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| *** | |
| City: San Francisco | |
| Type: Seafood | |
| Spots: Boudin Bakery, Swan Oyster Depot, Fog Harbour Fish House, Sotto Mare, Hog Island Oyster, Woodhouse Fish | |
| Vibe: Fancy/Nautical | |
| Key Foods: Clam chowder, Dungeness crab, lobster, fish | |
| Notes: Try chowder in a sourdough bowl | |
| Budget: $$ | |
| *** | |
| City: San Francisco | |
| Type: Asian Fusion | |
| Spots: Hawker Fare, Dumpling Time, Rintaro, Bangsang, Kothai Republic, Blackwood, Lily | |
| Vibe: Trendy/Modern | |
| Key Foods: Sushi burrito, ramen, dim sum | |
| Notes: Chinatown has amazing hidden gems | |
| Budget: $$–$$$ | |
| *** | |
| City: San Francisco | |
| Type: Korean | |
| Spots: Daeho Kalbijim & Beef Soup, Kingbob, Han II Kwan, San Ho Won, Manna, Yasijing, Sonamu Korean Restaurant | |
| Vibe: Casual/Trendy | |
| Key Foods: Kalbijim, Bulgogi, Kimchi, Tteokbokki, Korean BBQ | |
| Notes: Japantown Korean restaurants | |
| Budget: $$$ | |
| *** | |
| City: San Francisco | |
| Type: Brunch | |
| Spots: Zazie, Sweet Maple, Plow, Four Chairs, Sisterita, Wooden Spoon, Plain Jane, Kitchen Story | |
| Vibe: Cozy/Hipster | |
| Key Foods: Avocado toast, mimosas | |
| Notes: Get there early — lines get long! | |
| Budget: $$–$$$ | |
| *** | |
| City: San Francisco | |
| Type: Bakery | |
| Spots: Butter & Crumble, Jina Bakes, Arsicault Bakery, B Patisserie, Tartine Bakery, Arizmendi Bakery | |
| Vibe: Sweet/Casual | |
| Key Foods: Bubble waffles, Bacon Egg and Cheese Croissant | |
| Notes: Great for grab-and-go mornings or dessert runs | |
| Budget: $–$$ | |
| *** | |
| City: San Francisco | |
| Type: Thai | |
| Spots: Khao Tiew, One Waan Thai, Ben Thai Cafe, Marnee Thai, Oraan Thai Eatery | |
| Vibe: Cozy/Authentic | |
| Key Foods: Gaeng Ped Yang, Burnt Butter Kaya Toast | |
| Notes: Get there early — lines get long! | |
| Budget: $$ | |
| *** | |
| City: San Francisco | |
| Type: Mexican | |
| Spots: La Taqueria, Metate, Papito Hayes, El Rey Taquiza, El Farolito, Taqueria Chapala, Cielito Lindo | |
| Vibe: Casual/Stylish | |
| Key Foods: Burrito, tacos, quesadillas | |
| Notes: Late night and casual! | |
| Budget: $–$$ | |
| *** | |
| City: San Francisco | |
| Type: Italian | |
| Spots: Goat Hill Pizza, Marcella's Lasagneria, Penny Roma, Pizzeria 2211, Bocconcino, Seven Hills | |
| Vibe: Casual/Homey | |
| Key Foods: Pasta, sourdough pizza, spaghetti | |
| Notes: Comfortable and warm! Great for date night! | |
| Budget: $$–$$$ | |
| *** | |
| City: San Francisco | |
| Type: Vegan | |
| Spots: Vegan Picnic, Viva Vegan Burger, Souly Vegan, Wildseed, Savor, Shizen, Om Sabor | |
| Vibe: Casual/Nature | |
| Key Foods: Vegan lasagna, vegetarian dishes | |
| Notes: Even non-vegans love these spots! | |
| Budget: $$–$$$ | |
| *** | |
| City: San Francisco | |
| Type: Chinese | |
| Spots: Makli, San Tung, R & G Lounge, Hulu Wa China Bistro, Cheung Hing, New Fortune | |
| Vibe: Family-Friendly/Comfortable | |
| Key Foods: Wonton soup, hand-pulled noodles, fried rice, pot stickers | |
| Notes: Comfort and yummy food! | |
| Budget: $–$$ | |
| *** | |
| City: San Francisco | |
| Type: Coffee/Boba | |
| Spots: Coffee Movement, Paper Son, Third Wheel, Golden Goat, Momo Tea, Boba Guys | |
| Vibe: Aesthetic/Clean | |
| Key Foods: Matcha, coffee, boba, milk tea | |
| Notes: Great for morning and afternoon drinks/snacks | |
| Budget: $ | |
| *** | |
| City: San Francisco | |
| Type: Fast-Food | |
| Spots: Raising Cane's, In-N-Out, Super Duper Burger, The Bird, Mr Charlie's | |
| Vibe: Fast | |
| Key Foods: Fries, burgers, fried chicken | |
| Notes: California's infamous spots! Quick and easy! | |
| Budget: $ | |
| *** | |
| City: San Francisco | |
| Type: Dessert | |
| Spots: Bi-Rite Creamery, Marco Polo, U :Dessert Story, MadLab Kakigori, A Buttercup Dessert House | |
| Vibe: Sweet/Casual | |
| Key Foods: Ice cream, gelato, cake, cupcakes, pastries | |
| Notes: Perfect for afternoon snacks! | |
| Budget: $ | |
| *** | |
| City: San Francisco | |
| Type: Greek | |
| Spots: Milo Meze, Kokkari Estiatorio, Souvla, Lokma, NOVY, Bursa, Presidio Kebab | |
| Vibe: Casual | |
| Key Foods: Tzatziki, gyros, moussaka, spanakopita, Greek salad | |
| Notes: So delicious and casual! | |
| Budget: $–$$ | |
| *** | |
| City: San Francisco | |
| Type: Japanese and Sushi | |
| Spots: Sawaan, XeX, Shoji, Aji Kiji, Tadaima, Ebiko, Toyama Sushi, Chacho Sushi, Ebisu | |
| Vibe: Original/Casual | |
| Key Foods: Sushi, ramen, curry, tempura, tonkatsu, udon | |
| Notes: Locally recommended! | |
| Budget: $$–$$$ | |
| *** | |
| City: San Francisco | |
| Type: Indian | |
| Spots: Sewa, Copra, Diwali Indian Cuisine, Keeva Indian Kitchen, ROOH, Kolapasi | |
| Vibe: Casual/Family-Friendly | |
| Key Foods: Biryani, butter chicken, tikka masala, palak paneer, samosas | |
| Notes: A flavorful kick! | |
| Budget: $–$$ | |
| *** | |
| City: Los Angeles | |
| Type: Mexican | |
| Spots: Leo’s Tacos Truck, Guisados, Sonoratown, Villa’s Tacos, Ana Maria, Holbox, Taqueria Los Anaya, Mirate, Guelaguetza Restaurante | |
| Vibe: Authentic/Street | |
| Key Foods: Tacos, elote, birria, chili cheese fries, cheese tacos, stall carnitas tacos, burritos, tamales | |
| Notes: Try late-night taco trucks | |
| Budget: $ | |
| *** | |
| City: Los Angeles | |
| Type: Italian | |
| Spots: Andre’s Italian Restaurant, Maccheroni Republic, OSTE., Bestia, L'Antica Pizzeria Da Michele, La Pergoletta, Cento Pasta Bar, Osteria La Buca, Bacari Silverlake | |
| Vibe: Sitdown/Casual | |
| Key Foods: Pasta, sourdough pizza, spaghetti | |
| Notes: Old-school, hearty portions, budget-friendly | |
| Budget: $–$$ | |
| *** | |
| City: Los Angeles | |
| Type: Vegan | |
| Spots: Gracias Madre, Cafe Gratitude, Au Lac, Just What I Kneaded, Crossroads Kitchen, Civico 2064, Pura Vita, Cena Vegan | |
| Vibe: Health-Conscious | |
| Key Foods: Acai bowls, jackfruit tacos, vegan lasagna, vegetarian dishes | |
| Notes: Even non-vegans love these spots | |
| Budget: $$–$$$ | |
| *** | |
| City: Los Angeles | |
| Type: Korean | |
| Spots: Quarters, Kang Ho Dong Baekjeong, Sun Nong Dan, Hangari Kalguksu, Anju House, Damsot, Dasom By Chef Kang, Han Bat Sul Lung Tang, Bori Gogae | |
| Vibe: Social/Fun | |
| Key Foods: Kalbijim, Bulgogi, Kimchi, Tteokbokki, Korean BBQ | |
| Notes: Great for group dinners | |
| Budget: $$$ | |
| *** | |
| City: Los Angeles | |
| Type: Thai | |
| Spots: Jitlada, Luv2Eat Thai, Pa Ord Noodle, Hae Ha Heng Thai Bistro, Hoy-Ka Thai, Sanamluang Cafe, Good Thai Kitchen | |
| Vibe: Cozy/Street Food | |
| Key Foods: Pad Thai, boat noodles, Thai iced tea | |
| Notes: Spicy, flavorful, and authentic | |
| Budget: $$ | |
| *** | |
| City: Los Angeles | |
| Type: Indian | |
| Spots: Badmaash, Spice Affair, India’s Grill, Tandoori Eats, Anarkali, Bombay Beach, India's Tandoori, Cali Chilli, Baar Baar, Roots Indian Bistro, Electric Karma | |
| Vibe: Casual/Modern | |
| Key Foods: Biryani, butter chicken, tikka masala, palak paneer, samosas | |
| Notes: Flavor-packed plates | |
| Budget: $$ | |
| *** | |
| City: Los Angeles | |
| Type: Seafood | |
| Spots: Burnin' Shell, Water Grill, The Lonely Oyster, Niku X, Pacific Catch, Bluesalt Fish Grill, Crab House, Lobster & Beer, Hwal A Kwang Jang, Found Oyster, Fisherman's Outlet | |
| Vibe: Fancy/Sitdown | |
| Key Foods: Clam chowder, Dungeness crab, lobster, fish | |
| Notes: Fresh seafood from the ocean! | |
| Budget: $$$ | |
| *** | |
| City: Los Angeles | |
| Type: Bakery | |
| Spots: Bastion Bakery, Holy Churro, Out of Order, Artelice Patisserie, Okayama Kobo, Coin De Rue, Roji Bakery, brown bag cookies, Republique, Levain | |
| Vibe: Cozy/Artisan | |
| Key Foods: Kouign-amann, croissants, cakes, filled churros, muffins | |
| Notes: Casual and perfect for breakfast! | |
| Budget: $$ | |
| *** | |
| City: Los Angeles | |
| Type: Brunch | |
| Spots: Caroline’s Seaside Cafe, Republique, Fratelli Cafe, Madres Brunch, Mood, Bacari Silverlake, Great White, Poppy + Rose | |
| Vibe: Casual/Social | |
| Key Foods: Burgers, sandwiches, pancakes, breakfast plates | |
| Notes: Casual and simple! | |
| Budget: $$ | |
| *** | |
| City: Los Angeles | |
| Type: Fast-Food | |
| Spots: Pizza Planet, Irv's Burgers, Howlin' Ray's, Monty's Good Burger, Olympic Burger, Dino's Chicken, Tommy's, Pink's Hot Dogs | |
| Vibe: Casual | |
| Key Foods: Fries, burgers, smash burgers, fried chicken | |
| Notes: California's infamous spots! Quick and easy! | |
| Budget: $ | |
| *** | |
| City: Los Angeles | |
| Type: Chinese | |
| Spots: Noodle St., Golden Tree Restaurant, Yang Chow, Hui Tou Xiang, Sichuan Impression, Full Moon House, Pin & Crane, Young King, Moon House | |
| Vibe: Casual | |
| Key Foods: Wonton soup, hand-pulled noodles, fried rice, pot stickers, spring rolls | |
| Notes: Noodles are hand-pulled — choose thickness | |
| Budget: $$ | |
| *** | |
| City: Los Angeles | |
| Type: Coffee/Boba | |
| Spots: RNY Coffee Studio, Rok Coffee & Tea, DAMO, Coffee MCO, Yeems Coffee, Wynd Coffee, Memorylook, Ume Tea, Le Phant, Chagee | |
| Vibe: Aesthetic | |
| Key Foods: Specialty lattes, house milk teas, jasmine green tea, brown sugar boba | |
| Notes: Perfect for morning coffee and afternoon snacks | |
| Budget: $–$$ | |
| *** | |
| City: Los Angeles | |
| Type: Dessert | |
| Spots: Joe’s Italian Ice, Indigo Cow, Bumsan Organic Milk Bar, Liu's Cafe Creamery, Awan, Beignets du Monde, Kream, Roll In The Dough, Cake and Art | |
| Vibe: Social/Fun | |
| Key Foods: Flavored ice, beignets, cakes, gelato | |
| Notes: Very popular with students; expect lines | |
| Budget: $ | |
| *** | |
| City: Los Angeles | |
| Type: Greek | |
| Spots: Papa Cristo’s, Daphne’s, The Great Greek, Eatz, Greek Bistro, Aliki's Taverna, Zaytinya, Ela Greek Eats | |
| Vibe: Casual/Chill | |
| Key Foods: Gyros, souvlaki, spanakopita, Greek salad | |
| Notes: So delicious and casual! | |
| Budget: $–$$ | |
| *** | |
| City: Los Angeles | |
| Type: Burgers | |
| Spots: For The Win, Morrison Atwater, Amboy, Cassell's, The Win-Dow, Easy Street Burgers | |
| Vibe: Casual/Affordable | |
| Key Foods: Smash burgers, chicken sandwiches, fries | |
| Notes: Fan-favorite LA smash burger with signature fry sauce | |
| Budget: $–$$ | |
| *** | |
| City: Los Angeles | |
| Type: Japanese and Sushi | |
| Spots: Bento Ya, Chubby Cattle, Yamashiro Hollywood, Marugame Monzo, Kopan Izakaya, Sushi Gen, n/naka, Yuko Kitchen, Guzzu Bento-ya, Kinjiro, Tsukiyo Sushi | |
| Vibe: Casual/Trendy | |
| Key Foods: Bento boxes, chicken katsu, miso soup, sushi, ramen, udon | |
| Notes: From cozy bento to line-worthy ramen | |
| Budget: $–$$$ |