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Japantown · Best Restaurants · Curated · Updated 2026
Best Restaurants near Japantown
Discover the best restaurants near Japantown. Find inspiration for your trip with our curated list of top-rated spots, local favorites, and hidden gems.
The 10 best restaurants near Japantown
The Progress
Discover innovative Californian cuisine at The Progress in San Francisco’s charming Fillmore District—an unforgettable dining experience awaits!
1525 Fillmore St, San Francisco, CA 94115
State Bird Provisions
Discover innovative American cuisine with a Californian twist at State Bird Provisions in San Francisco's Fillmore District.
1529 Fillmore St, San Francisco, CA 94115
Benkyodo Co
Japantown's 115-year mochi legend: Handcrafted sweets that survived earthquakes, internment, and time—now eternally cherished after family retirement.
1747 Buchanan St, San Francisco, CA 94115
Suppenküche
Experience authentic German cuisine at Suppenküche in San Francisco's Hayes Valley - where every dish tells a story.
525 Laguna St, San Francisco, CA 94102
Petit Crenn
Discover the artful blend of tradition and innovation at Petit Crenn, a premier French restaurant in San Francisco's Hayes Valley.
609 Hayes St, San Francisco, CA 94102
Monsieur Benjamin
Experience exquisite French cuisine at Monsieur Benjamin in Hayes Valley - where modern flavors meet timeless tradition.
451 Gough St, San Francisco, CA 94102
a Mano
Experience authentic Italian cuisine at a Mano in Hayes Valley - where fresh ingredients meet culinary creativity.
450 Hayes St, San Francisco, CA 94102
Son and Garden
Discover Son and Garden: A delightful New American dining experience in San Francisco's Tenderloin with fresh flavors and seasonal menus.
700 Polk St, San Francisco, CA 94109
Chez Maman West
Savor authentic French cuisine at Chez Maman West in Hayes Valley - where culinary passion meets inviting ambiance.
401 Gough St, San Francisco, CA 94102
Brenda's French Soul Food
Experience authentic Southern cuisine at Brenda's French Soul Food in San Francisco—where every bite tells a story of rich culinary tradition.
652 Polk St, San Francisco, CA 94102
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