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Scala's Bistro
(Restaurants - Breakfast)
432 Powell St, Sir Francis Drake Hotel, San Francisco  94102 • 415-395-8555
Distance: ~0.26 mi *
        Description: UNION SQUARE. Awash in burnished tones and murals, this warm restaurant creates incredible dishes in an open kitchen and also offers a see-and-be-seen atmosphere. Cozy seating makes chatting easy, and the menu is full of affordable options, like grilled octopus, braised lamb shank, pan-roasted monkfish, and steak frites. You'll also find pastas and a few pizzas. Desserts, created by the pastry chef, include pies, sorbets, and a melange of chocolate temptations.
        User Rating: 10 / 10
       

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Bar Postrio
(Restaurants - Breakfast)
545 Post St, Prescott Hotel, San Francisco  94102 • 415-776-7825
Distance: ~0.29 mi *
        Description: UNION SQUARE. This downtown restaurant specializes in wonderfully flavorful cuisine. The experienced kitchen dazzles with innovative Californian creations, and famous folks provide a bit of eye candy along the way. And if the food's not spectacular enough (and it is), a lovely stairway and an open kitchen provide additional focal points.
       

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Campton Place Restaurant
(Restaurants - Breakfast)
340 Stockton St, Taj Campton Place Hotel, San Francisco  94108 • 415-955-5555
Distance: ~0.30 mi *
        Description: UNION SQUARE. Peaceful, romantic Campton Place sits within a European-style luxury hotel, a fact not unnoticed in the restaurant's Continental cuisine. The chef places a premium on simple, high-quality ingredients. Seafood is also a treat, whether it be butter-poached Maine lobster or salt-crusted Mediterannean branzino with Meyer lemon confit. Great service ramps up the desirability, and the experience is more than worth the expense.
       

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Grand Café
(Restaurants - Breakfast)
501 Geary St, Hotel Monaco, San Francisco  94102 • 415-292-0101
Distance: ~0.37 mi *
        Description: UNION SQUARE. Atmosphere, the highlight of Grand Café, is established by classical columns, elegant chandeliers, and gracious service. The menu features steamed mussels, braised lamb, grilled steak and fries, and seafood cassoulet. Be sure to save room for dessert – the profiteroles have established quite a following.
       

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Caffe Greco
(Restaurants - Breakfast)
423 Columbus Ave, San Francisco  94133 • 415-397-6261
Distance: ~0.48 mi *
        Description: NORTH BEACH. Greco's European sensibility makes it a classic with city residents and travelers, who come to indulge in perfectly crafted cappuccinos, scrumptious pastries, and a casual but lively vibe. Score an outside table for the best people-watching, or pick an inside perch for quieter purposes. Bagels and focaccia sandwiches provide savory, substantial alternatives, and tiramisu is a fresh, delicious treat any time of day. Attentive, conscientious service makes the place even more appealing.
       

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Caffe Trieste
(Restaurants - Breakfast)
601 Vallejo St, San Francisco  94133 • 415-392-6739
Distance: ~0.48 mi *
        Description: NORTH BEACH. In the 1950s, this original North Beach location was the first on the West Coast to offer espresso, fast becoming a "beatnik" hot spot. The beans were roasted and prepared by Italian immigrant Giovanni Giotta, who's still at the helm, along with his wife and kids. Coffee lovers find great cappuccino, along with muffins, sandwiches, salads, and pizzas. In keeping with tradition, there's live music every Saturday. A classy, relaxed café equally suited for idle afternoons.
       

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Mama's on Washington Square
(Restaurants - Breakfast)
1701 Stockton St, San Francisco  94133 • 415-362-6421
Distance: ~0.64 mi *
        Description: NORTH BEACH. Act fast and early if you're thinking about Mama's – after lunch you're out of luck. And you certainly don't want to miss the array of perfectly prepared breakfast foods. Generous portions are standard, whether you order a fluffy omelet, a stack of hotcakes or light, fragrant French toast. If you need them, Mama's also offers healthy egg white creations. Quick service is a staple, but even so, weekend brunch has been known to generate waits thanks to the cafe's popularity.
        User Rating: 9.5 / 10
       

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Dottie's True Blue Café
(Restaurants - Breakfast)
28 6th St, San Francisco  94103 • 415-885-2767
Distance: ~0.73 mi *
        Description: THE TENDERLOIN. You’ll find some of the city's best breakfast plates on Dottie's classic menu. Early risers in San Francisco literally line up outside this small diner, just waiting for a chance to savor the signature home-style breakfast food. Worth-waiting-for fare includes everything from homemade thick-cut French toast and open-faced omelets to whiskey fennel sausage and chili cornbread with spicy jalapeno jelly. The restaurant also serves tempting lunch options like sandwiches, salads and hamburgers.
        User Rating: 9 / 10
       

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San Francisco Art Institute Cafe
(Restaurants - Breakfast)
800 Chestnut St, San Francisco  94133 • 415-749-4567 • 415-771-7020
Distance: ~0.85 mi *
        Description: NORTH BEACH. A hidden jewel, this art-school cafe rests on the institutes's roof, affording absolutely spectacular views of the Bay and the city. Inside, you'll encounter bustling ambiance, an exhibition kitchen, and student artwork. The eclectic menu is terrific, always fresh and homemade, sporting fruit-studded scones and muffins, tender baked goods, and breakfast classics like bacon and eggs, home fries, and more. Lunchtime fare includes salads, sandwiches, and international dishes. Outdoor dining is available, too, as are great prices and vegetarian and vegan fare. Just make sure you call in advance; hours vary, and the cafe is only open when school's in session.
       

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Town's End Restaurant & Bakery
(Restaurants - Breakfast)
2 Townsend St, San Francisco  94107 • 415-512-0749
Distance: ~1.33 mi *
        Description: EMBARCADERO. This friendly restaurant, located at the Embarcadero, is just two blocks from the "New" Giants Stadium and offers great bay views. Brunch is a near-perfect experience, according to regulars. Baskets of home-baked breads, smoked mozzarella frittata, crab cakes, and oatmeal pancakes studded with nuts and fruit are constant favorites. Although the wait can be long (other folks know about Town's End's appeal too!), brunch is well worth the delay.
        User Rating: 8 / 10
       

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