Cliff House
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If you're planning a perfect date in the city, then you're probably on the lookout for romantic restaurants in SF. San Francisco has a ton of intimate spots to get a bite to eat, and if you play your cards right, maybe your date will hang around for dessert, too!
Which Romantic Restaurants in SF?
San Francisco is a very special city, and you have many choices if you're looking for romantic restaurants in SF. First, you have to decide what kind of place you'd like to eat. Do you want a table on the water? Or do you and your date really enjoy panoramic views of the Bay Area? Do you want a dark, sultry restaurant, or maybe a place that's got an amazing wine selection? Regardless of what you're looking for, these restaurants are sure to impress.
Millennium
580 Geary Street
San Francisco, CA 94102
Tel: 415-345-3900
Millennium is located in the heart of San Francisco and has an amazing view of the entire city. With a world class vegetarian menu and a wine list to die for, you're sure to woo your someone special by bringing them here. Be sure to make reservations!
The Cliff House
1090 Point Lobos
San Francisco, CA 94121
Tel: 415-386-3330
Located right on the coast, the Cliff House has the most breathtaking ocean view in San Francisco. A perfect restaurant for a romantic date, the Cliff House has classic décor and many intimate tables. If you're looking for a little entertainment, enjoy live jazz every Friday night from 7 to 11pm in the balcony lounge.
The Waterfront Restaurant
Pier 7 on The Embarcadero
San Francisco, CA 94111
Tel: 415-391-2696
The Waterfront Restaurant's elegant dining room overlooks Telegraph Hill and the San Francisco Bay Bridge. With a luxurious look and feel, your date will love the fine dining experience. During warm weather there is patio seating right out on the water, where you can watch ferries and cruise ships come and go through the Port of San Francisco.
Greens Restaurant
Here is a short interview with Annie Somerville, head chef of Greens in San Francisco. This beautiful vegetarian restaurant is sure to leave your date swooning!
What would you say makes Greens a romantic restaurant?
It’s such a beautiful place and the view is stunning, and there’s a special dish for everyone! We can also arrange for champagne and flowers to arrive at the perfect moment.
What or who is the biggest influence in the restaurant's décor?
Greens is an environment unto itself - the wall of windows that look out to the bay define the space. Our redwood sculpture and seating areas are also totally unique.
Have you had any couples get engaged in the restaurant? Can you tell us a story?
Yes, many couples have been engaged at Greens. Our biggest reward is when they return every year to celebrate their anniversary, then bring their children for family celebrations.
Do you have a special menu for Valentine's Day?
Yes we do. Of course we feature lots of red and heart shaped ingredients.
A Few More Places
San Francisco has so many romantic places to eat that it can be difficult to pick one. Here are a few more choices to help you in your search.
- Why not try a San Francisco Bay Cruise as a start to your evening?
- The City has many Italian restaurants, for those looking to reenact a scene from Lady and the Tramp.
- North Beach has countless romantic bistros dotting Columbus Avenue and Broadway. Go on a walk through this busy neighborhood and see which place catches your date's eye.
- If you're looking for a drink after dinner, San Francisco has many upscale bars to end your evening on a high note.
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