Best Trendy American Restaurants in SoMa (94103)
6 hand-picked restaurants, AI-analyzed and critic-validated
Notable Picks
#1
Birdsong
8.9
Two-Michelin-star New American tasting menu where whole-animal cookery, wood fire, and precise technique define the experience. Locals book it for celebratory nights and a front-row look at aging and butchery in the open kitchen.
Must-Try Dishes:
Aged duck service, Lacquered quail with Parker House rolls, Sea urchin cream puff
What makes it special: Whole-animal, fire-driven tasting menu with meticulous aging and craft.
#2
Deli Board
8.4
Cult-favorite sandwich counter serving oversized, chef-built deli stacks with house sauces and Dutch crunch. Lines peak at lunch as regulars chase rotating specials alongside staples like the Allison.
Must-Try Dishes:
Allison (pastrami + corned beef), Menschkowitz, Leroy Brown
What makes it special: Max-flavor, chef-designed sandwiches with serious heft and loyal following.
8.2
Vibes:
Trendy Table Hotspots
Group Dining Gatherings
Family Friendly Favorites
Quick Bites Champions
Detroit-style pizza specialists known for caramelized cheese edges and creative toppings. The SoMa flagship fuels groups with shareable pies, wings, and salads at fair prices.
Must-Try Dishes:
The 6x8 Pepperoni, Buffalo Chicken pie, Mean Green Sausage
What makes it special: Detroit-style pies with crackly edges and collab-driven specials.
#4
Dirty Habit
8.1
Moody rooftop-level lounge at Hotel Zelos pairing an expansive whiskey list with creative New American plates. Popular for happy hour near Moscone and post-event nightcaps on the patio.
Must-Try Dishes:
Smash burger, Korean-style wings, Charred octopus
What makes it special: Cocktail-first lounge with a legit New American food program and patio.
#5
Oink & Oscar
8.0
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Trendy Table Hotspots
Business Lunch Power Players
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
New downtown sandwich shop spotlighting house-made “porkstrami” and braised pork on Dutch crunch. A buzzy lunch option steps from Moscone and Yerba Buena Gardens.
Must-Try Dishes:
Porkstrami sandwich, Rubenesque, Windy City
What makes it special: House-cured porkstrami sandwiches with deli craft in a fast format.
Worthy Picks
#6
Zeitgeist
7.8
Vibes:
Brewery & Beer Garden Republic
Outdoor Dining Oasis
Group Dining Gatherings
Late Night Legends
Iconic Mission beer garden with a sprawling patio, strong drafts, and a short, satisfying burger-and-fries menu. A daytime hang and late-night standby for big groups.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cheeseburger, Turkey melt, Bratwurst with fries
What makes it special: Classic SF beer garden energy with better-than-expected pub plates.