Best Places To Eat Lunch In San Francisco

Molinari Delicatessen
373 Columbus Ave (at Vallejo St.)
San Francisco
CA 94133

Molinari Delicatessen is an authentic Italian deli offering a range of meats, cheeses and breads amongst other traditional foods. If you’re a sandwich fan – and you love filling but authentic food – then this place is going to be your new favourite place ON EARTH. The sandwiches are some of the best in the city, so of course we had to include it in our best places to eat lunch in San Francisco list! The deli provides fresh hot and cold sandwiches and has an outside seating area where you can tuck into your food and enjoy views of the city. A highly recommended and popular choice for tourists and locals alike.

Kokkari Estiatorio
200 Jackson Street (at Front St.)
San Francisco
CA 94111

Next on our list of best places to eat lunch in San Francisco, is this Greek restaurant. If Greek is your favourite cuisine – you’re going to love it here. These guys provide diners with a Grecian dining experience like no other. Specialising in Lamb and Fish dishes, the Kokkari Estiatorio has got this art perfected. Meat is always high quality and cooked to perfection and their lunch menu is packed with both meat and vegetarian options. A very popular and traditional establishment which can get very busy, booking is advised.

The Codmother Fish & Chips
496 Beach St
San Francisco
CA 94133

A traditional British fish and chip shop located in the Fisherman’s Wharf area of the city, Codmother offers fresh battered fish served with the finest chips, cooked to perfection. Also offering tacos, battered shrimp and a range of delicious sauces, this place has something for everyone. It’s central, totally affordable and highly rated – which is why it makes our best places to eat lunch in san francisco list.

Il Casaro Pizzeria and Mozzarella Bar
348 Columbus Ave
San Francisco
CA 94133

If pizza is your thing then this classic Italian pizza joint sells the best wood fired pizzas in town. All food is made fresh in house and is a very reasonable price. The Mozzarella salad is perfect and makes for a great lunchtime snack.

Another option for pizza lovers – this is literally the BEST PIZZA I HAVE EVER HAD. It makes quite a heavy lunch – but I could make a list of best places to eat lunch in San Francisco – and not include this place. It would be a sin! I ADORE their deep dish pizzas, but their thing ones are incredible too. Oh, and if you have room, I swear their Tiramisu is a gift sent from heaven.

Brenda’s French Soul Food
652 Polk Street
San Francisco
CA 94102-3328

Brenda’s French Soul Food provides exactly what it says in the name, food for the soul. It’s the kind of home-cooking you crave on cold rainy days and it’s a perfect choice for those wanting something comforting but unique. The lunch menu has options such as burgers, sandwiches and soups and house favourites like Cornmeal-fried Shrimp. Top quality cuisine at great prices, this place has it all… which of course is why it made the ‘best places to eat lunch in San Francisco’ list!

The Crêpe Cafe
Pier 39
San Francisco
CA 94133

This lovely little cafe on Pier 39 gives a real taste of France. The prices are rockbottom and the food is truly superb. Not only does this place make the best Crêpes around, their garlic fries with parmesan are out of this world. Both sweet and savoury Crêpes are on offer along with a range of hot and cold drinks.

Osha Thai Restaurant
149 Second Street
San Francisco
CA 94105

A true taste of Asia, Osha has classic Thai favourites along with more modern experimental dishes. The Pad Thai is very popular along with the Sashimi, the dishes are perfectly presented and really good value for money.

Buckhorn Grill
845 Market St
San Francisco
CA 94103

The Buckhorn Grill has a range of American food and portions are plentiful. Offering Certified Angus Beef, the meat is of highest quality. Platters, burgers, sandwiches, and salads fill the menu along with lighter options and flatbreads. True grilled food at its finest.

The Grind Cafe
783 Haight St
San Francisco
CA 94117-3316

If you’re after a real American lunch, The Grind cafe sells a range of bagels, pancakes and grilled options. There are loads of sweet options for dessert and the Belgian waffles and breakfast options are hugely popular. The cafe is open from 7am so it’s perfect for an early or later lunch.

Jasmine’s Cafe & Deli
809 Bush St
San Francisco
CA 94108-3312

This lovely little cafe offers a brilliant selection of Mexican and Korean food at very low prices. It is a quaint, family owned eatery and has a large number of meat and vegetarian options such as quesadillas, burgers and burritos.