Best brunch in San Francisco

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Many people recommend Zazie for brunch, and a few praise its patio in Cole Valley. Several commenters say weekend waits can be long, though a couple of commenters say they were seated quickly. Not everyone is won over: some commenters call it pricey, and a few found the food disappointing, not great or forgettable.

Cole Valley

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Many people recommend Plow for brunch, and a few praise its lemon ricotta pancakes and a few mention the biscuits. Several single out the potatoes. Many commenters warn about long waits, and a few suggest arriving early or going on a weekday. A couple of commenters call the space tiny, and a few say the food did not justify the wait.

Potrero

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Many people recommend Foreign Cinema for brunch, and several highlight its outdoor patio and courtyard. Two diners single out the Croque Madame, and two mention the Pop-Tart. One diner likes the French toast, one calls it pricey, and another says sitting outdoors early helps because the courtyard keeps noise down.

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Many commenters recommend Lokma for brunch, and some point to its Turkish-style food or breakfast. A couple call it a favorite or a regular go-to, and one commenter praises the Greek yogurt pancakes. Some commenters place it in the Richmond, with one saying the Outer Richmond.

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Many people recommend Lucho's, a Mexican spot on Ocean Avenue, and several praise its chilaquiles, with one calling them the best they have eaten. Many also praise the pancakes, and a couple mention seasonal ones. One commenter calls it a small local spot worth visiting, and another says it is not fancy but very good.

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Many people recommend Early to Rise for brunch, and several praise the food as very good or delicious. A couple of commenters say everything is cooked from scratch, and one warns of an hour-plus wait. Not everyone agrees: a couple of commenters do not see the hype, with one finding it average and loud, while one diner calls it pricey but the best they have ever had.

Nopa

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Many people recommend Mama's for brunch, and several name the Washington Square location. A couple of commenters speak well of the house-made jam, and one visitor who went there calls it amazing. One commenter says it is an easy walk from a nearby hotel, and another advises going early.

Washington Square

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Many commenters recommend Delancey Street Restaurant for brunch, and a few praise its outdoor seating, with a couple mentioning the views. A few say it is inexpensive or good value. One diner says it is often not busy, and another likes its extensive menu.

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Many people recommend MyMy, and several list it as a brunch option. A couple call it the best, one diner who has eaten there a handful of times finds it tasty but says weekends bring a long queue, and one says it rivals or beats Mama's. One commenter suggests it for a cute Californian-style brunch.

Nob Hill

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Many diners recommend Sweet Maple for brunch, and a couple single out its fried French toast. One commenter suggests it for breakfast or brunch alongside Four Chairs, and another names the Sutter Street location. One commenter warns of an hour-plus wait, and another would skip it and doubts the praise it gets.

Lower Pac Heights

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Many people recommend Pork Store Cafe, which has outlets in the Haight and the Mission; several commenters name the Haight location, which is the one shown here. Some point to the 16th Street branch in the Mission. One commenter often gets a counter seat without waiting, and another lists it among modest pancake spots with a classic American feel.

Haight

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Many diners recommend Outerlands in the Outer Sunset, and some praise its brunch. One diner found it manageable with dogs and infants, and one notes it takes reservations. Two diners push back: one calls it overrated and says the wait is not worth it, and another feels it has not been the same.

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Many people recommend The Lookout, mostly as a drag brunch option. One says it suits first-timers, adding that the performers engage the crowd comfortably. Opinions on the food are mixed: one diner calls it solid, while another says the cooking is poor and advises low food expectations, and another says it is bar food rather than brunch.

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Many people recommend Art's Cafe as a brunch option on Irving Street in the Inner Sunset. Some say the food is good, with one singling out the hash brown sandwiches, especially teriyaki chicken. A couple say it has the old-school vibe they wanted, and one likes the counter seats. One diner notes it has become popular, and another says a friend might find its modest look underwhelming.

Inner Sunset

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Many people recommend Four Chairs for brunch, and one diner calls it their favorite spot in the Mission. One commenter calls it pretty good and points to its chicken-and-waffle dish. One commenter suggests it alongside Sweet Maple as a breakfast or brunch option.

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Many people recommend Mission Rock Resort for brunch, and one diner enjoys the waterside brunch and vouches for the bloody marys. One commenter calls it a personal favorite, and another says they have always enjoyed it even though it is across the city. One commenter says it is closed on Sundays.

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Many people recommend Wooden Spoon at Market and Church, and one diner calls it a favorite breakfast spot with top-tier potatoes. One commenter says it works for a birthday brunch, and another recommends it as a spot with a shorter wait. One commenter jokes that there is always a queue.

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Commenters recommend Boogaloos, and some name it as a brunch pick. One commenter describes it as a simple brunch spot where waits are usually short. Another says it is laid-back enough to visit without dressing up. Others simply name it with no detail.

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Many commenters recommend Eats on Clement for brunch, and several say the food is very good or excellent. One diner ranks it as their favorite local brunch and suggests the biscuits and French toast, and another praises the pancake. One commenter says a Sunday visit may involve a wait, and another says the menu is small.

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Many people recommend San Jalisco, and a couple suggest it for Mexican breakfast. One person points to the machaca and another to the chilaquiles, and one says it is among their favorites in town. Two people call it excellent or say they love it.

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Many diners recommend 620 Jones, and some name it as a drag brunch option. A couple say it works best in good weather, with one pointing to the patio. One visitor says Saturday brunch can be fun and its monthly themed music nights are enjoyable too, and another has had several fun visits.

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Many diners recommend Hilda and Jesse's, and several praise the pancakes. One diner says the place feels more upscale than a casual diner, and another found the brown butter chicken tasty but too rich. A diner who has eaten there before calls the food really good but finds the steak and eggs pricey.

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Many commenters recommend Plain Jane's for brunch. One diner calls it terrific and singles out the velvet waffles and the fried chicken, and another calls it a go-to spot but says results depend on what you order. One commenter says it opens at 9am and serves alcohol. Others name it without giving reasons.

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Diners recommend Dalida for brunch, and two describe its brunch as excellent or a favorite. One diner calls the Presidio restaurant gorgeous, praising the food and the bridge view. One commenter rates it highly but is unsure the Presidio counts as west side.

Presidio

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Many people recommend Cracked and Battered for brunch, and two mention its fried chicken. One diner calls the chicken-and-waffles dish the standout order. One diner calls it a great spot for takeaway brunch that avoids a big queue, and another found the wait much shorter than at Plow.

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People recommend Chloe's Cafe, though some mention it only in passing among other spots. One diner enjoys the specialty pancakes and says even the regular ones have a texture they like. Some name the Noe Valley location, with one calling it a jewel with only about six tables. One commenter calls it a dependable, long-running brunch option with a pickup window.

Noe Valley

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Many people recommend Town's End for brunch, and one diner says the food is reliably good across visits. One diner notes it fills with Giants fans before day games, and another calls it a reliable, standard brunch choice that is always crowded. One visitor mentions bay views, one places it by the ballpark and points to the corned beef hash and mimosa pitchers, and another says the outdoor seating is fairly quiet.

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Many commenters recommend Peacock Pansy as a brunch spot, and one calls it fantastic. One commenter says the brunch menu has several gluten-free choices and praises the fluffy pancakes. One commenter says the food is good but finds the flower wall and neon decor cringey, and one suggests booking ahead for a large group.

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Many commenters recommend The Ramp, and a few name it specifically as a brunch pick. One commenter says it is a good choice on a sunny day, and another notes it sits on the water. Two commenters warn against it: one diner says they had a poor visit and urges others to avoid it, and another simply advises against going.

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Many people recommend St. Francis Fountain. One diner praises its outdoor space and the food and says they have never had to wait for a seat. Another likes its old-school, diner-style atmosphere, and another says anyone who has not been is missing out. One commenter says Sundays can be unpredictable unless the extra seating is opened.

The Mission

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Xica is a restaurant that many people recommend for brunch, and two visitors praise the food and drinks, with one singling out the gluten-free brunch. One diner says a birthday brunch there went very well, and one visitor calls the restaurant pretty.

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Commenters recommend Home Plate for brunch, and some name the Lombard Street location. One commenter says the food is strong and mentions a bottomless mimosa offering, and another lists it for unlimited brunch drinks. One commenter recommends it as a spot with a short wait.

Lombard

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Novy is a brunch spot that many people recommend. One diner likes it a lot and points to its brunch menu, and another says it has something for everyone. One commenter says it has some outdoor tables, and another says there is never a wait.

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Many people recommend LaLe on Irving Street, and a few suggest it for brunch. One diner praises the French toast and describes the wooden ceiling as unusual. One diner says it takes no reservations but rarely has a long queue, and another recommends the flatbreads.

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Many people recommend Wildseed, a plant-based restaurant, in brunch and vegan-option threads. Two diners who are not vegan say they enjoyed it, one praising the brunch and the other the atmosphere and food. One commenter, writing about the Cow Hollow spot, calls it very delicious.