What is the best Ribs restaurant in The Excelsior?

Geneva Steak House is our top pick for Ribs restaurants in The Excelsior, scoring 8.1/10. Classic SF steakhouse doing straightforward cuts at wallet-friendly prices.

Any insider tips for Geneva Steak House?

Ask for garlic butter on the baked potato and extra roll.

What should I order at Geneva Steak House?

T-bone; ribeye club steak; baked potato

When should I visit Geneva Steak House?

Tue–Thu lunch or early dinner for shortest waits

Who should go to Geneva Steak House?

Steak lovers seeking classic plates and value

Any insider tips for Aloha BBQ?

Swap mac for tossed salad if you want a lighter plate.

What should I order at Aloha BBQ?

Short ribs plate; BBQ mix; spam musubi

When should I visit Aloha BBQ?

11:30am–1pm moves fast; late lunch is calmer

Who should go to Aloha BBQ?

Hungry diners craving hefty plates

Any insider tips for Hawaiian Drive Inn?

Ask for an extra gravy cup if you’re getting loco moco too.

What should I order at Hawaiian Drive Inn?

Short ribs plate; BBQ chicken & ribs; musubi

When should I visit Hawaiian Drive Inn?

Late lunch after 1:30pm to skip the rush

Who should go to Hawaiian Drive Inn?

Takeout-first diners on a budget

Any insider tips for Bravo Pizza & Taphouse?

Call ahead for large parties; they’ll hold tables when possible.

What should I order at Bravo Pizza & Taphouse?

BBQ ribs entrée; garlic bread; Caesar salad

When should I visit Bravo Pizza & Taphouse?

Weeknights after 7pm for easier seating

Best Bbq Ribs Restaurants in The Excelsior (94112)

4 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked

Last Updated: February 2026

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Our Top Pick

Geneva Steak House

Classic SF steakhouse doing straightforward cuts at wallet-friendly prices.

Notable Picks

#1 Geneva Steak House

8.1

$$ Cayuga Terrace

Vibes: Comfort Food Classics Family Friendly Favorites Hidden Gems Heaven Group Dining Gatherings

Old-school neighborhood steak spot serving affordable cuts with classic sides since 1942. Locals come for ribeye or T-bone with baked potato, quick service, and no-frills comfort.

Must-Try Dishes: T-Bone Steak, Club Steak (Ribeye), House Special Beef Kabob

What makes it special: Classic SF steakhouse doing straightforward cuts at wallet-friendly prices.

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#2 Aloha BBQ

8.1

$ Excelsior

Vibes: Quick Bites Champions Family Friendly Favorites Comfort Food Classics

Excelsior counter spot for Hawaiian BBQ plates, including marinated short ribs (kalbi) with rice and mac salad. Portions run large and the line moves quickly at peak meal times.

Must-Try Dishes: BBQ Short Ribs (kalbi) plate, BBQ Mix Plate (beef, chicken, short ribs), Loco Moco

What makes it special: Plate-lunch short ribs with classic sides and quick counter flow.

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#3 Hawaiian Drive Inn

7.9

$ Excelsior

Vibes: Quick Bites Champions Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance Family Friendly Favorites Solo Dining Sanctuaries

Casual takeout staple for Hawaiian comfort food—BBQ short ribs, chicken katsu, and loco moco—served fast with rice and mac. Reliable portions and wallet-friendly combos make it a neighborhood go-to.

Must-Try Dishes: BBQ Short Ribs plate, BBQ Chicken & Short Ribs combo, Spam Musubi

What makes it special: Fast, sizeable short-rib plates at everyday prices.

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#4 Bravo Pizza & Taphouse

7.7

$$ Excelsior

Vibes: Family Friendly Favorites Group Dining Gatherings Comfort Food Classics

Neighborhood Italian spot that also serves saucy BBQ pork ribs as a full entrée with pasta and vegetables. It’s an unexpected rib option when the group wants pizza and you want ribs.

Must-Try Dishes: BBQ Pork Ribs entrée, New York Steak dinner, Garlic bread with house salad

What makes it special: Full rib dinner inside a long-running neighborhood pizzeria.

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