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Best Instagram Worthy Brunch Restaurants in The Marina District (94123)

6 hand-picked restaurants, AI-analyzed and critic-validated

Notable Picks

#1 Flores
8.6
$$$ Cow Hollow
Vibes: Happy Hour Hotspots Trendy Table Hotspots Group Dining Gatherings Outdoor Dining Oasis
Design-forward Union Street spot from Back of the House (since 2016) with handmade tortillas, a dedicated Happy Hour, and tacos ranging from carnitas to pescado. Locals come for polished service, agave flights, and a lively room that still handles groups well.
Must-Try Dishes: Carnitas Taco, Pescado Taco (fried or grilled), Chicken Tinga Taco
What makes it special: Hand-pressed tortillas and a real HH menu with snack pricing.
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#2 Cote Ouest Bistro
8.4
$$$ Marina District
Vibes: Date Night Magic Brunch Bliss Spots Outdoor Dining Oasis Hidden Gems Heaven
A modern neighborhood bistro from Laurent Monchicourt and Martin Sarrailh serving classics—steak frites, duck confit, mussels—alongside a smart prix-fixe. Weekday lunches and a lively brunch make it a polished but approachable French fix near the Presidio.
Must-Try Dishes: Steak frites with green peppercorn sauce, Duck confit with gratin dauphinois, Moules marinières
What makes it special: Thoughtful French bistro cooking with flexible prix-fixe options.
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#3 Balboa Cafe
8.2
$$$ Cow Hollow
Vibes: Girls Night Out Approved Trendy Table Hotspots Happy Hour Hotspots Group Dining Gatherings
A 1913 institution that now doubles as a youthful cocktail scene after dark. Classic American plates meet espresso-martinis and a lively bar that runs late.
Must-Try Dishes: Balboa Burger (baguette), Chicken Paillard (Wed special), Deviled Eggs
What makes it special: 112-year-old bar-restaurant with a current night scene.
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#4 Blackwood
8.2
$$$ Marina District
Vibes: Trendy Table Hotspots Girls Night Out Approved Date Night Magic Group Dining Gatherings
Thai-influenced bistro popular for brunch by day and a fuller Thai menu at night. The room hums, the bar turns out crisp cocktails, and classics like pad thai and basil rice plates land with polish.
Must-Try Dishes: Pad Thai, Spicy Basil Rice Plate, Beef Noodle Soup
What makes it special: Day-to-night Thai-leaning menu with lively Chestnut Street energy.
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Worthy Picks

#5 Home Plate
7.9
$$$ Marina District
Vibes: Brunch Bliss Spots Comfort Food Classics Family Friendly Favorites Quick Bites Champions
Neighborhood stalwart (since 1989) serving generous, no-nonsense brunch from early morning on. Dishes lean classic and hearty, with golden pancakes and crispy French toast built for close-ups.
Must-Try Dishes: Crispy French Toast, Pancakes, Omelets
What makes it special: Long-running, early-opening brunch with big portions and reliability.
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#6 Boho Petite
7.7
$$ Marina District
Vibes: Brunch Bliss Spots Instagram Worthy Wonders Sweet Treats Escapes Quick Bites Champions
Modern patisserie where laminated pastries and tarts catch the morning light. Ideal for a lighter, pastry-centric brunch with coffee and highly postable desserts.
Must-Try Dishes: Croissant, Kouign-Amann, Fruit Tart
What makes it special: Pastry-forward, minimalist aesthetic perfect for coffee-and-croissant brunch.
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