Explore the city's best culinary destinations, from Chinatown dim sum to Mission burritos
San Francisco is known for its Chinatown food, North Beach Italian cuisine, and scrumptious seafood [1]
America's oldest Chinatown, famous for dim sum and authentic Chinese cuisine. Walk through the Dragon Gates on Bush Street. [2]
San Francisco's Italian district with amazing bistros and pizza parlours. Tony's Pizza Napoletana won "Best Pizza in the World" in Italy! [1]
Iconic waterfront with famous sourdough bread and fresh seafood. Visit Boudin Bakery, using the same sourdough starter since 1849! [2]
Home of the legendary Mission-style burrito. La Taqueria is arguably the most famous destination for a true Mission burrito. [5]
Home to some of SF's most innovative restaurants including State Bird Provisions with its dim-sum style service of creative small plates. [4]
One of the best meals in SF! Try the Mentai Cream Udon - rich, perfectly emulsified, creamy but not overly heavy. [5]
Must-try dishes that San Francisco is famous for
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Classic American diner fare - pancakes, eggs, and coffee in a retro setting [4]
Sourdough bread bowl with clam chowder - a San Francisco staple [1]
World-champion pizza in North Beach - try the Margherita [1]
Stop at Golden Gate Fortune Cookie Factory and sample dim sum [2]
Dim-sum style service with creative small plates - order the fried quail [2]
No weekend trip to SF is complete without Tartine bread [2]
The most famous Mission burrito - try the carne asada [5]
Best pasta in SF - the saffron soprese with clams is incredible [5]
Hawaiian and Asian-inspired ice cream - try the lime Thai sorbet [5]
Three-time James Beard winner - legendary roasted chicken [2]
Follow this route from Cafe Buena Vista through North Beach and Chinatown [1]
Start with breakfast and an Irish Coffee
Chocolate treats and shopping
Walk the famous crooked street
Pizza at Tony's & dessert at Stella Pastry
360° views of SF and the Bay
Sweet treats before Chinatown
Photos and exploring Grant Ave
End with Chinese treats