Thanks to the influence of different cultures from around the world, eating out in San Francisco is a truly international experience, with plenty of different cuisines to choose from. As a wealthy city, thanks to the high levels of local industry, coupled with the fact that the city attracts residents from all over the world, there are few places on earth where so many different types of food are available. From American to Zulu dishes, you will find exactly what you are looking for in San Francisco restaurants.

One of the best places to eat out in San Francisco is in Chinatown. This is a fascinating area where many of the immigrants from the Far East have settled. You will be able to choose from literally hundreds of Chinese and Japanese restaurants in San Francisco’s China Town, and get a taste for hundreds of authentic dishes.

The stunning situation of San Francisco above the Bay means that there are hundreds of restaurants with incredible views of the ocean, which are extremely romantic places to eat in the evening. Some of the most exclusive places to eat out in San Francisco, such as these elegant diners overlooking the ocean need to be booked in advance, or you could miss out on the chance to experience the view while you eat.

Most top San Francisco hotels offer their own restaurants, usually with a choice of different foods on offer. While Mexican food is very popular in southern California, in San Francisco, you are more likely to dine on French, Italian or Chinese cuisine in the hotel restaurants, although you will also find more exotic dishes that originate in Vietnam, Thailand, and even Lebanon. Two things are certain about San Francisco restaurants: you will find plenty of choice, and plenty of taste to get your mouth watering.

The price of food will vary depending on the restaurant that you choose to eat at, it is possible to eat for less than $10 per day if you stick to fast food diners and sandwich bars, although if you want to eat out and experience the best that the city has to offer, do not expect to get much change out of around $100 per meal!