Diners' Choice: Great for fine wines restaurants in San Francisco Bay Area

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Updated February 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the most notable wine lists in San Francisco Bay Area? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Mayo Reserve Room - Mayo Family Winery

5.0

5 (951)

$50 and over

Winery

Kenwood

About the restaurant

Indulge in a Casual & Intimate Wine & Food Pairing Experience unlike any other in Wine Country! At the Mayo Family Winery Reserve Room, receive Personal Service and taste Exceptional Reserve Wines thoughtfully paired with 7 Seasonal Courses (each of about 3-4 bites each) that will challenge your expectations of what Wine Tasting should be...

Located in the heart of Kenwood in the beautiful Sonoma Valley, the Mayo Family Winery Reserve Room is situated in an unassuming building that overlooks Local Vineyards and Mountains. Relax and soak in the views while seated either Indoors or on our Front Lawn and taste through some of our Best Wines & Food Pairings, curated by Executive Chef John Locher and his team. We are personally committed to your Wine & Food Experience!

Book your reservation today at the Mayo Family Winery Reserve Room, or call 707-833-5504! Price is $80 per person for groups up to 6 guests, plus tax. 20% Auto Gratuity will be added to groups of 5 or more.

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Paul

Dined on Feb 3, 2025

Chef John Locher and his small but mighty team create culinary miracles. Top that with warmth, friendly banter and some tasty wine and you have one of the best experiences in wine country. You will be asking for some recipes.

O' by Claude Le Tohic

4.9

4.9 (473)

$50 and over

Contemporary French

Downtown / Union Square

About the restaurant

Located on the 5th floor of ONE65 San Francisco, O' is Chef Claude Le Tohic's inaugural solo venture after earning Meilleur Ouvrier de France, winning the James Beard Award for Best Chef in America and carrying the coveted 3-Michelin star rating at Joël Robuchon Las Vegas. Luxurious but not pretentious, O’ offers modern French cuisine with elegant and attentive service.

O' offers a 5-course Tasting Menu for $210, and a 9-course Grand Tasting Menu for $295. Optional wine pairings are available, along with a wine list of 1000+ selections from the USA and France.

Please note that 20% service charge (which includes gratuity) and 1% San Francisco Health Mandate is added onto every check.

Though dinner attire is always encouraged, we ask our guests to abide by "smart casual" dress code; no shorts, t-shirts, or sandals.

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Marina

Dined 7 days ago

Fantastic food! Wonderful ambience for a quiet dinner with the family. Very enjoyable experience.

Neumanali

4.8

4.8 (620)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Hayward

About the restaurant

Welcome to our beautifully restored Victorian with a contemporary twist. Neumanali opened fifteen years ago and quickly became a neighborhood favorite.

We are open for indoor dining. Patio seating is available. We are not requiring masks for those who have been vaccinated, however, we appreciate your adherence to the state masking requirements for those not vaccinated.

The menu features both fresh and seasonal entrees in addition to a selection of fun and unusual small plates. Perennial favorites are the pan-seared day boat scallops, grilled ribeye and pan seared pork chop. The wine list is a bit eclectic and features smaller, more difficult to find winery selections. Lush garden dining is available now.

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THOMAS

Dined 5 days ago

I have to give Neumanali a stellar review, but I almost hate to do so because it’s one of those hidden gems that you want to keep secret so you can kind of keep it for yourself. I had been wanting to try this restaurant for quite some time and unfortunately had to cancel a prior reservation due to an unforeseen event. This time around, we were able to keep our reservation and were so glad to get to experience this fantastic restaurant in downtown Hayward. We drove out from San Ramon and I can assure you it is worth driving a lot further for. The service from the one man who was holding down the entire serving area by himself was excellent. The ambience and noise level were great; it was easy to have a conversation at our table, yet there was still some nice music in the background. The food was absolutely delicious. (Highly recommend the prosciutto wrapped prawns as an appetizer). We were also surprised to see a reasonably priced wine list which included some top-notch wines. I had a house salad, very tasty, and we both had salmon which was cooked to perfection. We ended the meal with the house bread pudding, which was just the right amount of moist. Overall, a really great experience. To provide a balanced review, if there is any negative, it is the tight parking in the back, but what can you do about that? Just be prepared for it.

Broma

4.8

4.8 (220)

$50 and over

Spanish

Mountain View

About the restaurant

A modern palette blended with regional tastes embodies an atmosphere that welcomes novel thought and casual gatherings. Inspired by Spanish cuisine, yet influenced by many places, our restaurant is a culinary journey—one that’s as bold and diverse as the flavors found on our menu.
Inspired by his travels through Spain and Portugal, Michelin-starred chef Jarad Gallagher Latin influenced cuisine at Broma.
We work closely with our purveyors to source only the finest ingredients, both local and abroad.
In addition, we offer hand-crafted cocktails from The Emerald Hour, craft beer, American and international wines, and a variety of delightful non-alcoholic options.

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MiguelVIP

Dined on Feb 5, 2025

Delicious Modern Spanish cuisine, excellent service and wine list!

Tasting House

4.8

4.8 (538)

$50 and over

Global, International

Los Gatos

About the restaurant

We believe wine is better with food & food is better with wine. A perfect pairing is an experience everyone should enjoy..often. Our unique approach to food and wine means we are "wine first". We first curate the wine list which includes 65+ wines by the glass and then design a food menu that specifically complements the wine. The kitchen is led by Executive Chef Julian Silvera who spent his early culinary career in restaurants in his native NYC. He then took his talents to Florida's Knife and Spoon, where he helped garner a coveted Michelin star. Chef Julian is passionate about sourcing hyperlocal ingredients & has a strong focus on sustainability. Our service team includes ten sommeliers and is proud to offer guests more than 700 wines by the bottle. We are a casually elegant wine bistro open Tues-Sat 5PM to 10PM. The Champagne Bar is open daily noon-10PM. Children are welcome on the patio. The Wine Bistro and Champagne Bar seats adults only. Live Music Nightly.

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JohnVIP

Dined on Jan 31, 2025

My wife and I visited Tasting House for her birthday dinner. We had a great overall experience. Brought a bottle of wine (corkage was $35), ordered a couple of starters and share 2 entrees and a side. The coriander soup was really good, and squid & giardineira was also refreshing and very good. The trout dish was not bad, but seemed a bit too simple. The truffle pasta was also decent, but at times felt a bit too doughy and lacking just a bit of flavor. For side we got pommes frites, and these fries were very good. Overall we really enjoyed our dinner. The ambience was great and the service was excellent. The live piano music was also very enjoyable. We would definitely visit again.

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Compline

4.7

4.7 (1161)

$31 to $50

Californian

Napa

About the restaurant

"Top Restaurants in Napa Valley" - SF Chronicle, 2024.

Compline is an award-winning wine and food destination in the heart of downtown Napa, created by veteran sommeliers Matt Stamp and Ryan Stetins. Our chalkboard menu focuses on Californian cuisine, emphasizing the bounty and flavors of Northern California.

Our 500-selection wine list focuses on handpicked local favorites and classic bottles from all over the world. A separate retail shop selection allows our guests to grab a bottle to go.

We want to bring the Napa community and visitors to our valley together to eat good food, enjoy great wine, and experience our relaxed downtown Napa hospitality.

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Anne

Dined on Feb 6, 2025

Most of the meal was quite fine. The main of souvlaki however was undercooked - both potatoes and eggplant had a raw taste and tough texture. All four of us had the same dish, same experience. Not edible, and left it on our plates.

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4.5

4.5 (61)

$50 and over

Italian

St. Helena

About the restaurant

Capo29 earned its namesake from Capo, Chef Bruce Marder’s renowned long-standing Santa Monica restaurant, and the legendary Highway 29 in Napa Valley where the restaurant is located. The combination of culinary excellence and scenic beauty embodies the essence of Capo29, creating a unique and captivating experience for all who visit.

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FouadVIP

Dined on Jan 31, 2025

Excellent restaurant. Probably the best in the valley

Saison Cellar & Wine Bar

4.5

4.5 (34)

$31 to $50

Wine Bar

SOMA

About the restaurant

Saison Wine Bar invites wine lovers or anyone thirsty to enjoy a very personal list curated by Mark Bright and our team of Sommeliers, complemented by French wine bar fare. The vast wine collection - available by the glass, flight, or bottle - leans heavily into France while highlighting extraordinary global producers and our neighbors in Northern California. We showcase benchmark as well as niche labels, with deep verticals and highly allocated bottles. Our menu is designed for groups large and small to snack and savor, from traditional Croque Monsieurs or Pâté en Croûte, to our Signature Caviar Service and robust Charcuterie and Cheese program featuring imports and local artisans. The richly textured, classic "Saison blue" space offers banquettes, booths, and bar seating. We host winemaker events regularly. We are proudly part of Saison Hospitality - only a few minute walk from two Michelin-starred Saison! Our team is always here to taste, chat, or simply cheers. You're next!

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Dorothea

Dined 1 day ago

A warm cozy place to meet friends for Happy Hour. We enjoyed delicious fresh oysters, fries, and a nice Chardonnay. Our waiter Anthony was fantastic.

Toy Soldier

4.3

4.3 (132)

$30 and under

American

Financial District / Embarcadero

About the restaurant

CALIFORNIA & COMFORT CUISINE ON BELDEN PLACE Whether you're looking to have a quick lunch, conduct a business meeting, host a banquet or go on a first date, Toy Soldier is sure to deliver. We offer a casual & lively atmosphere sprawled across our main dining room, full bar, romantic upstairs lounge & outdoor dining area. We're serving up fun, military-inspired specialty cocktails and a wine program emphasizing Northern California. All libations have a focus on small producers and growers - our regional rotations will explore all the best California has to offer. Most importantly, we're offering up our pride & joy, our home-made beer - Toy Soldier IPA, brewed on-site in our brewery downstairs below the bar.

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Anthony

Dined on Feb 1, 2025

I visited Toy Soldier last week, and the server (I think his name started with an R—he had long hair and a deep voice) was absolutely incredible! Not only was he attentive and knowledgeable, but he also helped me choose the perfect cocktail. I mentioned a few flavors I liked, and his recommendation was spot on—it turned out to be one of the best cocktails I’ve ever had! His expertise and attention to detail made the whole experience unforgettable. If you get the chance to dine here, make sure to ask for him—he’s fantastic!

Quattro Restaurant and Bar - Four Seasons Hotel

4.1

4.1 (1406)

$30 and under

Californian

Palo Alto

About the restaurant

Discover Quattro, the go-to dining spot in Palo Alto at Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley, where Italian flavors blend with California's fresh, seasonal ingredients. Known among locals and visitors alike, Quattro offers an upscale yet inviting atmosphere, ideal for date nights, business meals, and social gatherings in the heart of Silicon Valley. With expertly crafted dishes, an extensive California wine list, and signature cocktails, every meal is a culinary experience to remember. If you're searching for the best Palo Alto restaurants or a standout dining experience near Stanford, Quattro is your perfect choice.

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SequoiaVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Great Sunday brunch! I enjoyed the options and drinks from the brunch experience, the weather was great so I dined outside by the fireplace. The staff were friendly and helpful, and made great recommendations. This location always has different themes which I love.

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