For once, let someone else whip up the pancakes and eggs (and clean up the kitchen)! San Francisco boasts every type of brunch spot imaginable, from elegant to intimate, many with views of the bay, the ocean or the city's spectacular skyline.
MAMA’S 1701 Stockton Street San Francisco, CA 94133 (415) 362-6421 Hours: (Tues-Sun) 8:00 am-3:00 pm This legendary North Beach/Washington Square corner brunch spot always has a long line on the sidewalk out front but it’s more than worth the wait. The place is tiny, parking is sparse and they don’t take credit cards, but those are mere distractions when you consider that the breakfast offerings are amongst the very best in the entire city. Signature favorites include Cranberry-Orange-Walnut French Toast, Hash-Browned Redskin Potatoes, Crab Benedict, the Monte Cristo with Raspberry Jam and a wide range of fluffy omelets, poached egg creations, fresh-baked breads, to-die-for pastries and world-class pancakes. Service is fast and efficient in a spot that is constantly busy.
Estimated cost per person for Brunch: $10 - $20
Holiday Schedule: New Years Day-Closed, Valentines Day-Open, Easter-Open, Thanksgiving-Open, Christmas Eve-Open, Christmas Day-Closed, New Years Eve-Open
ANZU Hotel Nikko San Francisco, Second Level San Francisco, CA 94111 (415) 394-1100 Hours: Breakfast: (Mon-Sun) 6:30 am-11:00 am; Lunch: (Mon-Sat) 11:30 am- 2:00 pm; Dinner: (Mon-Sun) 5:30 pm-10:00 pm; Brunch: 10:00 am-2:00 pm. Located on the second floor of the renowned Hotel Nikko, Anzu is fresh and different and cuts no corners when it comes to putting on the ultimate brunch. Their “Smooth Jazz Champagne Brunch” features the finest in local live jazz with a different theme and completely new menu every Sunday. Blending European and Japanese cuisines, it’s East meets West in a fusion explosion of flavors and textures at Anzu. Highlights include Louisiana Crayfish Potato Salad, Dim Sum, Sushi, Roast Ribeye of Beef at the carving station and an amazing Chocolate Fondue Fountain with a plethora of dipping options. Brunches include free fruit juices, champagne and mimosas. Service is professional and experienced and there’s two hours of validated parking, which is like gold in San Francisco.
Estimated cost per person for Brunch: Adults: $50; Children: $28 (Ages 5-12)
Holiday Schedule: New Years Day-Closed, Valentines Day-Open, Easter-Open, Thanksgiving-Closed, Christmas Eve-Closed, Christmas Day-Closed, New Years Eve-Open.
ABSINTHE 398 Hayes Street, San Francisco, CA 94102 (415) 551-1590 Hours: (Tue-Fri) 8:00 am- am; (Sat) 10:30 am - 2 am; (Sun) 10:30 am 10:30 pm This very French brasserie-style restaurant serves a delightful and eclectic Weekend brunch with entrees that range from traditional egg breakfasts with house-made link sausage or Applewood bacon or banana-blueberry stuffed pancakes, to crab cakes, fish and a savory French onion soup. Fresh-baked scones and polenta round out the menu.
Estimated cost per person for brunch = $15 - $25; Estimated cost per person for dinner = $30 - $45
Holiday Schedule: New Years Day-closed, Valentine's Day-Open, Easter-Open, Thanksgiving-Closed, Christmas Eve-Open, Christmas Day-Closed, New Year's Eve-Open
CLIFF HOUSE 1090 Point Lobos Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94121 (415) 386-3330 Hours: (Mon-Thu) 9:00- 1:30 am; (Fri-Sun) 8:30 am- 1:30 am Since 1863, the Cliff House has offered diners a breathtaking view of the ocean from its perch high above the city's Ocean Beach and Seal Rocks. This recently renovated restaurant has three floors, and is open for brunch. A la Carte items such as eggs Benedict, bacon and sausage are available as is the Cliff House's famous Champagne brunch buffet, featuring smoked salmon, steak, prawns and a wide variety of salads, fresh fruit and pastry.
Estimated cost per person for brunch = Regular menu: $25 - $30; for the buffet, $42 per person; $19.50 for those 12 and under. Estimated cost per person for dinner = $25 - $35
Holiday Schedule: New Years Day-Open, Valentine's Day-Open, Easter- Open,Thanksgiving-Open, Christmas Eve-Open, Christmas Day-Open, New Year's Eve-Open
THE GARDEN COURT AT THE PALACE HOTEL 2 New Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 546-5010 The grand old Palace Hotel's Garden Court, with its elegant 1909 dining room and charming stained glass ceiling, puts on a famous Buffet Brunch. This is an all-out, lavish buffet affair with carving stations loaded with slow-roasted ham, leg of lamb and roast beef, along with pastries, seafood, salads and chicken strips with dipping sauce or pasta for the kids. Champagne is also available.
Estimated cost per person for brunch = $75 per person; $37.50 children 5-12 years old
Holiday Schedule: New Years Day-Closed, Valentine's Day-Open, Easter-Open,Thanksgiving-Closed, Christmas Eve-Closed, Christmas Day-Closed, New Year's Eve-Open
MOMO'S 760 Second Street, San Francisco, CA 94107 (415) 227-8660 Hours: (Mon-Thu) 11:30 am 10 pm; (Fri) 11:30 am 11 pm; (Sat-Sun) 11:00 am 11 pm Located across the street from San Francisco's spanking new ballpark, PacBell Park, MoMo's serves an extravagant weekend brunch with something on the menu to please everyone. Egg lovers can try Huevos Rancheros or eggs Benedict with Black Forest ham; those with a sweet tooth can opt for the caramel-pecan sticky bun or cinnamon-apple-raisin pancakes with ricotta cheese and rum butter. Non-traditionalists can select chicken salad with ginger-soy dressing, a Crab Louis salad or a tomato, mozzarella and basil pizza. A variety of appetizers and sides top off the lengthy menu.
Estimated cost per person for brunch = $20 - $25; Estimated cost per person for dinner = $30 - $45
Holiday Schedule: New Years Day-Open, Valentine's Day-Open, Easter-Open,Thanksgiving-Open, Christmas Eve-Closed, Christmas Day-Open, New Year's Eve-Open
MOOSE'S 1652 Stockton Street, San Francisco, CA 94133 (415) 989-7800 Hours: (Mon-Wed) 4:00 pm-11 pm; (Thu-Sat) 11:30 am midnight; (Sun) 10:30 am 11 pm Whether you're craving eggs with potatoes and sausage or grilled salmon with a risotto croquette, you can find them on Moose's brunch menu. Other favorites include Brioche French toast with caramelized bananas and toasted hazelnuts, buttermilk pancakes with rhubarb syrup, strawberries and vanilla whipped cream, and even Moose's version of 'bubble and squeak' with poached eggs and gravy,
Estimated cost per person for brunch = $20 - $28; Estimated cost per person for dinner = $35 -$45
Holiday Schedule: New Years Day-Open (Closed Jan 2.), Valentine's Day-Open,Easter-Open, Thanksgiving-Open, Christmas Eve-Open, Christmas Day-Closed, New Year's Eve-Open
THE TERRACE RESTAURANT AT THE RITZ-CARLTON 600 Stockton Street, San Francisco, CA 94109 (415) 296-7465 Hours: (Daily) 6:30 am 10:30 am; 11:30 am 2:30 pm; 6:000 pm 9:30 pm For a delightful brunch in a sophisticated setting, you can't beat the spacious, pastel-hued dining room at the Terrance and its sunny brick courtyard if the weather permits. Both the food and the service are outstanding, and you can enjoy traditional brunch staples such as egg dishes as well as seafood, salads and, of course, decadent pastries.
Estimated Cost Per Person for Dinner - $35 50; Estimated cost per person for dinner = $45 - $65
Holiday Schedule: New Years Day-Open, Valentine's Day-Open, Easter-Open, Thanksgiving-Open, Christmas Eve-Open, Christmas-Open, New Year's Eve-Open
TOP OF THE MARK AT THE MARK HOPKINS INTER-CONTINENTAL HOTEL 999 California Street, CA 94108 (415) 616-6916 Hours: (Mon-Fri) 3:00 5 pm (Tea); (Sun-Thu) 8:30 pm 12:30 am; (Fri-Sat) 9:00 pm 1 am; (Fri-Sat) 6:00 pm and 7:30 pm 10:00 pm (Seating for Sunset Dinner); (Thu) 6:00 pm and 7:30 pm (Prix Fixe Winemaker's Dinner); (Sun) 10:00 am 2:30 pm (Brunch) The Top of the Mark is located on the 19th floor of the Mark Hopkins Inter-Continental hotel, a San Francisco landmark, and is renowned for its 360-degree panoramic view of the whole Bay Area. In this perch above the city, you can enjoy a gourmet buffet brunch complete with caviar, shellfish, smoked fish, soups, salads, cooked-to-order omelets, carving and pasta stations and an extensive selection of house-made desserts.
Estimated cost per person for brunch = $59 per person for adults and $39 for children with out sparkling wine
Holiday Schedule: New Years Day-Open, Valentine's Day-Open, Easter-Open,Thanksgiving-Open, Christmas Eve-Open, Christmas Day-Open, New Year's Eve-Open
TOWN'S END RESTAURANT AND BAKERY 2 Townsend Street, San Francisco, Ca 94107 415) 512-0749 Hours: (Tue-Fri) 7:30 am 11am; (Tue-Fri) 11:30 am 2:30 pm; (Tue-Thu) 5:00 pm 9 pm; (Fr-Sat) 5:00 pm 10 pm; (Sat-Sun) 8:00 am 2:30 pm Down along San Francisco's waterfront, right across from the bay, Town's End specializes in organic produce, naturally raised meats and fresh breads and pastries from its bakery. Brunch specialties include an artichoke frittata, a wild Italian mushroom omelet, crab Benedict, pastrami and eggs, and an array of pancakes, French toast and waffles, all made from scratch.
Estimated cost per person for brunch = $18-$25; Estimated cost per person for dinner = $28 -$40
Holiday Schedule: New Years Day-Open, Valentine's Day-Open, Easter-Open,Thanksgiving-Closed, Christmas Eve-Open, Christmas Day-Closed, New Year's Eve-Open
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