AWARD-WINNING CHEFS Thanks to some of the most esteemed restaurants and chefs on the planet, mind-blowing meals are a daily occurrence in San Francisco. THE CLASSIC Corey Lee’s Benu was the city’s first restaurant to earn three MICHELIN stars; San Ho Won , Lee’s Korean-barbecue follow-up, has earned one star. LOCAL FAVORITE Spouses Evan and Sarah Rich serve up shareable dishes and top-notch hospitality at Rich Table , which has earned multiple James Beard Award nominations since opening in 2012. UP-AND-COMING Within a year of debuting her Malaysian restaurant, Azalina’s , chef Azalina Eusope earned a 2024 James Beard Award nomination for Best Chef: California. UNIQUE & INVENTIVE Innovation, experimentation and excellence among culinary professionals have contributed to the city’s reputation for bucket-list dining. UP-AND-COMING Putting a modern spin on classic Cantonese fare, the chefs at Four Kings also infuse nostalgia into the space with vintage posters and a Cantopop playlist. Atelier Crenn THE CLASSIC Artistry is on the plate through modern French cuisine at Atelier Crenn , while sister establishment Bar Crenn is known for its avant-garde cocktail program. LOCAL FAVORITE Once a pop-up experience, Lazy Bear has evolved into a permanent restaurant with a convivial atmosphere and an extensive tasting menu. FRESH SEAFOOD Feasting on Dungeness crab, cioppino and clam chowder is a San Francisco tradition. Here’s where to find the freshest seafood beyond Fisherman’s Wharf. THE CLASSIC With a history dating back more than a century, Tadich Grill is considered the oldest restaurant in California. Its menu overflows with oysters Rockefeller, fried sand dabs and more. LOCAL FAVORITE Take in views of the Bay Bridge while dining on a selection of sustainably harvested seafood at Waterfront Restaurant , including king salmon and parmesan-crusted Alaskan halibut. UP-AND-COMING Order po’boys, tacos and baskets filled with fresh catch of the day at Hook Fish Co. , a counter-service eatery with a fish market focused on responsible sourcing. John Troxell/Atelier Crenn Savor SF . 15
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