Tourists visiting San Francisco invariably come down to Fisherman's Warf. Stretching from Ghiradelli Square down to Pier 39, this is a main tourist thoroughfare. Many hotels. Many places selling jackets and sweatshirts to tourists not prepared for the weather. Amazing views of the Bay and Alcatraz, and of the sublimely beautiful fog-shrouded city.
In terms of restaurants, however, the Warf can be hit or miss. Really, mostly miss. Of the places to eat on the Warf, only a few stand out.
* Gary Danko is, literally, the best restaurant in San Francisco. Be prepared to make reservations there 2 months in advance. Despite the reputation, I've been impressed by the friendly and unpretentious five-star (plus) service.
* Scoma's is a large seafood place down an alley, sitting right on the water. It is "one of the Warf's oldest institutions." The food is pretty good, and locals have been known to eat there.
* The Buena Vista has been at the corner of Beach and Hyde forever. This is where they invented the Irish Coffee. The dinner isn't much to write home about (the burger is safe, but just a burger), but the Irish Coffee is worth a try. They also have very good breakfasts. Great atmosphere, if you don't mind it a bit loud. People-watching. Views of cable cars. An important cultural experience.
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