Hayes Valley

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Hayz Dog is a counter-service spot in Hayes Valley that’s all about hot dogs with creative toppings. There are also lots of vegan and vegetarian options.

Ricky Rodriguez

September 15, 2023

Guide

Staring at the Painted Ladies make you hungry? Head to these spots.

Julia Chen

July 25, 2023

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Our 16 favorite places in the neighborhood.

Julia Chen

May 18, 2023

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Monsieur Benjamin is a modern French restaurant in Hayes Valley that works well for pre-theater dinners.

Julia Chen

March 7, 2023

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Gioia Pizzeria is a great spot in Hayes Valley to grab a quick slice of pizza to go.

Julia Chen

January 18, 2023

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Nojo Ramen Tavern in Hayes Valley serves ramen with incredibly creamy chicken paitan broth.

Julia Chen

November 16, 2022

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Loquat is a cafe and bakery in Hayes Valley ideal for laidback coffee dates involving Jewish and Levantine-inspired pastries like babka and bourekas.

Julia Chen

November 10, 2022

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Arbor is a fast-casual spot in Hayes Valley serving salad bowls, smashburgers, and a pretty good fried chicken sandwich.

Lani Conway

November 3, 2022

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Souvla is an excellent fast-casual Greek spot with multiple locations throughout San Francisco.

Julia Chen

August 22, 2022

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Le Fantastique is a seafood, wine, and audio bar serving beautifully presented food that we feel lukewarm about.

Julia Chen

August 9, 2022

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DragonEats in Hayes Valley is a small, takeout-only spot for quick bánh mì.

Lani Conway

June 1, 2022

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Dumpling Home in Hayes Valley is a casual Chinese restaurant making fantastic xiao long bao.

Julia Chen

January 14, 2022

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Domo is a neighborhood sushi spot worth a visit, even if you don't live in Hayes Valley.

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Taylor Abrams & Lani Conway

January 14, 2022

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RT Rotisserie, with a short menu starring roast chicken and cauliflower, is a great spot for a casual dinner in Hayes Valley.

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This cozy Hayes Valley spot is our go-to for comforting French food.

Julia Chen

January 14, 2022

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A Mano is a popular Italian place in Hayes Valley serving handmade pasta that isn’t as good as you want it to be.

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Will Kamensky

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An outdoor beer garden in Hayes Valley, Biergarten is here for your day drinking needs.

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Anina in Hayes Valley has everything you need for an afternoon drinking session—including punch bowls and outdoor space.

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Suppenküche has San Francisco's best German food on a corner in Hayes Valley. Hope you're ready for some Jägerschnitzel.

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The Bird in Hayes Valley does a fantastic fried chicken sandwich.

Julia Chen

November 11, 2021

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Linden & Laguna is a small wine bar in Hayes Valley.

Lani Conway

October 7, 2021

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Baia is a vegan Italian restaurant in Hayes Valley with very solid meatballs and even better cocktails.

Grace Stetson

July 1, 2021

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Stop by Urban Bowls in Hayes Valley for some great poke.

Julia Chen

January 29, 2021

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Intu-on is a pop-up making incredible Isaan Thai food.

Julia Chen

December 16, 2020

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Head to Robin in Hayes Valley for excellent omakase and a choose-your-own-adventure price range.

Team Infatuation

December 1, 2020