Best Girls Night Out Approved Restaurants in Haight
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Otra
Fresh-masa cookery with a mezcal bar and polished, modern plates.
Notable Picks
#1
Otra
8.4
Modern casa for fresh-masa plates and mezcal-forward cocktails in a lively Lower Haight room. The menu skews produce- and seafood-friendly with tight execution and a neighborhood feel.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tetela de hongos, Pescado al pastor tacos, Aguachile
What Makes it Special: Fresh-masa cookery with a mezcal bar and polished, modern plates.
#2
Cha Cha Cha
8
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Caribbean tapas landmark on Haight serving wings with a guava–chipotle glaze. Lively room, pitchers of sangria, and shareable plates for groups.
Must-Try Dishes:
Guava–Chipotle Wings, Jerk Chicken, Fried Plantains
What Makes it Special: Signature guava–chipotle wing glaze in a storied Haight dining room.
Worthy Picks
7.7
Newer Cole Valley entry with a broad taco-and-plates menu and a cocktail program. The bi-level space suits casual dinners and small celebrations without the wait of busier corridors.
Must-Try Dishes:
Birria tacos, Al pastor tacos, Ceviche
What Makes it Special: Spacious Cole Valley dining room with a solid bar and birria focus.