Cancha showcases Peruvian cuisine, and the menu has a wide selection of ceviches to choose from, as well as other dishes like empanadas, pulpo anticuchero (octopus with spicy mashed potatoes), and adobo arequipeno (pork shoulder). Co-owners William Uracahua and Fatima Zimic are both friendly and helpful, and the location makes it a perfect stop after a day shopping in the Marina or hanging out on the Marina Green.

Located on Hyde Street in Russian Hill, this charming and unassuming Mediterranean- and Spanish-influenced restaurant is a hidden gem. Chef and owner Michael Pawlik takes full advantage of San Francisco’s proximity to wine country with an impressive selection of wines, from local favorites like pinot noir from Flowers Vineyard in Sonoma to imported bottles from Spain. The food menu consists of Spanish staples, from seafood paella to charred octopus, all of which are exquisite and beautifully plated. Don’t forget to finish with the cinnamon-sugared ricotta bunuelos.

This fondue restaurant is an entertaining date night spot for those looking for something different than the traditional night out. The dining room is designed to look like an Alpine ski chalet, complete with a gondola for two (be sure to request it when making reservations). While the selection of gooey cheese fondue and raclette is the main draw, don’t forget to order the tender spatzle. Who needs a passport when you can get your fill of gruyere here?

Hidden away in the Tenderloin, this family-run restaurant specializes in generously portioned Korean food. The Korean fried chicken is incredibly crispy, flavorful, and most importantly, juicy. While diners really can’t go wrong with ordering anything off the menu, the tteokbokki rice cakes and budae-jjigae are also spicy standouts. Be sure to stop by for the daily happy hour if you’re looking to enjoy their selection of Korean beer, wine, and soju.

Husband-and-wife duo Katherine Chiao and Sean Lim serve mom-and-pop vibes and square-cut udon on the ground floor of the Uber headquarters. In addition to warm bowls of slurpable udon, they double down on the comfort food with Japanese curry plates and korokke. It’s self service making this a great place to grab a quick and convenient lunch or dinner when you’re in the Mid-Market area.

While staples like chicken tikka masala are on the menu, Om India has a great selection of nourishing vegetarian dishes, including chana masala, saag paneer, and aloo gobi. The best part is Om, unlike many competitors, actually makes their food spicy when requested. Delivery is also quick for those nights when you’re craving Indian food but want to stay in.

The home-style breakfast at this Dogpatch neighborhood cafe is a sweet start to any weekend. The menu has the traditional American breakfast items with some Mexican specialities, but the fluffy New Orleans–style beignets are the fan favorite. If you can’t decide between the three kinds of beignets offered, order the sampler to get one of each.

Fuji Yama-Ya is the type of low-key neighborhood restaurant you might find in a small village in Japan. This family-owned restaurant serves up some of the most delicious and fairly priced teriyaki, tempura, and sushi in San Francisco in a cozy setting. The sweet and salty beef sukiyaki is a must try, as well as the accompanying crispy tempura. The restaurant itself is small and the wait during dinner can get long, but it’s definitely worth it.

This minority- and woman-owned restaurant in Bernal Heights specializes in Chinese dumplings, but not exactly the standard dim sum fare. While the menu includes recipes handed down from owner Sandy Zheng’s grandmother, it also has modern flavors like Korean BBQ Beef Dumplings and Mission Chicken Pot Stickers.

Auntie April’s has been a mainstay for soul food in the Bayview neighborhood for 13 years now. You can choose from three types of waffles (regular, cinnamon, and red velvet) to pair with the signature fried chicken. Another must try is the lemon-rosemary chicken wings and make it a full family dinner with sides like yams, rice and beans, and cornbread.

This Excelsior neighborhood bar has a whiskey selection of more than 200 bottles to choose from and a warm and friendly staff. If you’re looking for something different, ask for rumple minze, a German liquor that leaves your mouth feeling minty fresh. And operating within the bar, Chicano Nuevo serves non-traditional bar food like squid ink tamales stuffed with shredded beef and fish tacos with salmon consomme.