Any insider tips for Saison?

Bar seats offer a front-row view of the hearth.

What should I order at Saison?

Full tasting; wine pairings; cheese course

When should I visit Saison?

Weeknights for calmer pacing and attention

Who should go to Saison?

Celebration diners chasing culinary craft

Any insider tips for 25 Lusk?

Book downstairs for a quieter meal on game nights.

What should I order at 25 Lusk?

Scallops; wood-grilled steak; lounge burger

When should I visit 25 Lusk?

Pre-game evenings or late post-show

Who should go to 25 Lusk?

Cocktail-first diners near Oracle Park

Any insider tips for Marlowe?

Ask for the burger cooked mid-rare for peak juiciness.

What should I order at Marlowe?

Marlowe Burger; brussels chips; bone marrow

When should I visit Marlowe?

Late lunch or early dinner to avoid waits

Who should go to Marlowe?

Burger lovers and cocktail fans

Any insider tips for The Palm Court at RH San Francisco?

Request a fountain-view table when reserving.

What should I order at The Palm Court at RH San Francisco?

Rotisserie chicken; shaved salad; banana split

When should I visit The Palm Court at RH San Francisco?

Weekend openings for best light and seats

Who should go to The Palm Court at RH San Francisco?

Design lovers celebrating in style

Any insider tips for Garaje?

Lines shrink after the first inning on game nights.

When should I visit Garaje?

Early evening before first-pitch rush

Who should go to Garaje?

Pre-game crews and casual eaters

Best Trendy American Restaurants in Dogpatch (94107)

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

Essential Picks

#1 Saison

9.1

$ South Beach

Vibes: Luxury Dining Elite Date Night Magic Trendy Table Hotspots

Two-Michelin-star temple of open-fire Californian cooking led by Executive Chef Richard Lee. A destination tasting menu where hearth, rare product, and a deep cellar draw celebratory diners to South Beach.

Must-Try Dishes: Tasting menu (seasonal course progression), Hearth-grilled seafood course, Aged duck (when offered)

What makes it special: Live-fire tasting menu with elite service and cellar.

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Notable Picks

#2 25 Lusk

8.4

$$$ SoMa

Vibes: Date Night Magic Trendy Table Hotspots Group Dining Gatherings

Since 2010, this polished SoMa landmark serves contemporary American plates in a dramatic, multi-level 1917 warehouse conversion. It’s a stylish pre- or post-game spot with strong cocktails and a scene.

Must-Try Dishes: Wood-grilled steak with seasonal sides, Roasted scallops, House burger (lounge)

What makes it special: Design-forward warehouse setting with wood-fire accents.

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#3 Marlowe

8.3

$$$ SoMa

Vibes: Business Lunch Power Players Trendy Table Hotspots Happy Hour Hotspots

A New American bistro (since 2010; refreshed 2014) famous for the Marlowe Burger, brussels sprout chips, and polished service. It balances neighborhood ease with a buzzy bar crowd.

Must-Try Dishes: Marlowe Burger, Brussels sprout chips, Steak tartare

What makes it special: Beloved bistro with one of SF’s standout burgers.

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#4 The Palm Court at RH San Francisco

8.0

$$$$ Dogpatch

Vibes: Instagram Worthy Wonders Luxury Dining Elite Girls Night Out Approved Birthday & Celebration Central

Opened in 2022 inside the restored Bethlehem Steel building, this live-fire American restaurant pairs rotisserie classics with a soaring, marble-clad atrium. It’s the neighborhood’s camera-ready celebration spot.

Must-Try Dishes: Rotisserie chicken, Shaved vegetable salad, Banana split

What makes it special: Spectacle-ready atrium with live-fire comfort classics.

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Worthy Picks

#5 Garaje

7.9

$$ South Beach

Vibes: Quick Bites Champions Hidden Gems Heaven Trendy Table Hotspots

Casual counter joint (since 2013) slinging Cali-Mex mash-ups, burgers, and craft beer to a tech-and-game-day crowd. It’s unfussy, fast, and reliably fun before or after Oracle Park.

Must-Try Dishes: Steak Zapato, Ahi tuna taco, Cheeseburger

What makes it special: Signature ‘Zapato’ sandwiches and tacos fuel lively crowds.

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