Best Luxury Dining Elite Restaurants in Pacific Heights
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Hed 11
Contemporary Thai tasting menu spotlighting lesser-seen regional techniques.
Notable Picks
#1
Hed 11
8.6
An ambitious Thai tasting-menu experience at Kimpton Hotel Enso led by chef Piriya “Saint” Boonprasan, celebrating regional dishes through an 8–11 course progression. Service is highly guided and the pacing keeps the meal lively.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tom Kha Prawn Taco, Hokkaido Scallop Papaya Salad, Passionfruit Cheesecake
What Makes it Special: Contemporary Thai tasting menu spotlighting lesser-seen regional techniques.
#2
Routier
8.6
A refined, contemporary French spot from Belinda Leong, Michel Suas, and chef John Paul Carmona serving precise, seasonal plates in a polished room. Locals come for technique-forward bistro classics, a serious pastry lineage, and a wine list that rewards exploration.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lobster Grand Aïoli, Caramelized Beef Brisket with Potato Pavé, Dark Chocolate Mousse
What Makes it Special: Michelin-praised team executes seasonal, French-leaning dishes with pastry-house precision.
Worthy Picks
#3
SPQR
7.9
A Michelin-starred Pacific Heights room built around Roman technique—refined pastas, pristine seafood, and a tasting menu that rewards the full commitment. The 45-seat space runs loud when full, so window tables offer the best balance of energy and conversation. Works for couples and small celebrations willing to lean into a deliberate, course-driven pace.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tasting Menu, Octopus, Bucatini
What Makes it Special: Michelin-starred Roman-inspired cuisine with a celebrated tasting menu and wine pairing program in an intimate Pacific Heights setting