SF may not be known for brunching as much as NYC is, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t great spots. Whether you are looking to have a breakfast outside on a patio, partake in bottomless mimosas with music, or enjoy a Sunday morning, here are our favorite spots:
The Ferry Building
Several options within, including MarketBar
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The Brixton
2140 Union Street
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Classy Marina bar and restaurant with a good looking crowd
Tipsy Pig
2231 Chestnut Street
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Fratty young professional brunch with a fun outdoor patio
Foreign Cinema
2534 Mission Street
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Park Tavern
1652 Stockton Street
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NYC style American restaurant and bar
Zazie
941 Cole Street
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Magic Flute
3673 Sacramento Street
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Green’s at Fort Mason
Fort Mason, 2 Marina Boulevard
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Caffe Puccini
411 Columbus Avenue
No Website.
Amazing Italian breakfast spot in North Beach (especially when hungover)
The Dorian (fka Circa)
2001 Chestnut Street
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Top of the Mark
999 California Street
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Arguably the best view in the city. Top floor of the Intercontinental Mark Hotel, which is at one of the highest hills in the city. Elegant atmosphere and design.
Mission Beach Cafe
198 Guerrero Street
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Although the Mission is the hip area for techies, enter with caution.
Mama’s on Washington Square
1701 Stockton Street
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