San Francisco’s vibrant food scene comes alive each year during Eat Drink SF’s San Francisco Restaurant Week, a much-anticipated event that showcases the city’s diverse culinary offerings. In 2024, food enthusiasts were treated to not one but two editions of this gastronomic celebration, each providing unique experiences and flavors.
Spring Edition: April 5–14, 2024
The spring installment of San Francisco Restaurant Week took place from April 5 to 14, 2024. Over these ten days, more than 195 restaurants across the city participated, offering special prix-fixe menus designed to highlight their culinary prowess. The event featured:
- Lunch and Brunch Menus: Two or more items or courses priced at $10, $15, $25, $30, or $40.
- Dinner Menus: Three or more courses priced at $30, $45, $65, $75, or $90.
These thoughtfully curated menus allowed diners to explore a wide array of cuisines and dining experiences, from gourmet establishments to trendy cafes.
Fall Edition: November 8–17, 2024
Building on the success of the spring event, the fall edition of San Francisco Restaurant Week was held from November 8 to 17, 2024. This iteration continued the tradition of celebrating the city’s culinary diversity, with participating restaurants offering prix-fixe menus at various price points.
Notable Participating Restaurants
Several esteemed restaurants participated in the 2024 editions of San Francisco Restaurant Week, each offering unique menus that showcased their specialties:
- Barcha: Located at 28 Fremont St, Barcha offered a $75 prix-fixe dinner menu featuring options like Chickpea Hummus, Moroccan Cigars, Harissa Lamb Neck Tagine, and desserts such as Buttermilk Chocolate Cake. Vegan options were also available.
- Café Tiramisu: Situated at 28 Belden Pl, this restaurant provided lunch and dinner menus at $35, $45, and $60 price points. Dishes included Soft Burrata, Carpaccio Veneziano, Pappardelle, and their signature Tiramisu “Pick Me Up.”
- One Market Restaurant: At 1 Market St, One Market offered a $35 lunch and $45 or $75 dinner menus. Highlights included Fuyu Persimmon Salad, Pan-Seared Gulf Flounder, Grilled Pork Chop, and Chocolate Pot de Crème.
- Wayfare Tavern: Located at 558 Sacramento St, Wayfare Tavern’s $45 dinner menu featured a Popover, Butter Lettuce Salad, Organic Fried Chicken, and a House-Made Doughnut for dessert.
Community Engagement and Support
San Francisco Restaurant Week is more than just a culinary event; it serves as a platform for community engagement and support for local businesses. By participating in the event, diners contribute to the vitality of the city’s restaurant industry, helping to sustain the diverse culinary landscape that San Francisco is renowned for.
Looking Ahead: Spring 2025
The excitement continues as plans for the next edition of San Francisco Restaurant Week are already underway. Scheduled for April 4 to 13, 2025, the upcoming event promises to deliver new flavors and dining experiences. Food enthusiasts are encouraged to stay tuned for updates on participating restaurants and menu details by following Eat Drink SF on Instagram and subscribing to their newsletter.
Eat Drink SF’s San Francisco Restaurant Week 2024 offered residents and visitors alike an opportunity to indulge in the city’s rich culinary scene through specially curated prix-fixe menus, fostering a sense of community and support for local dining establishments.
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