BACAR RESTAURANT & WINE SALON—Young oenophiles are attracted to the three-story wine wall at this popular SoMa restaurant. More than 1,400 selections are available to accompany seasonal grilled and roasted meat and seafood entrées. Sample them by the glass or in flights in the wine lounge downstairs. Live jazz in the main bar lounge, M–Sa nights. $$$. Serves lunch F, dinner nightly. 448 Brannan St. 904-4100 Map 1, E7

BEACH CHALET/PARK CHALET BREWERY & RESTAURANT—The two affiliated restaurants in the historic Willis Polk-designed building on the west edge of Golden Gate Park specialize in seasonal cuisine and housemade ales. Upstairs, the Beach Chalet’s floor-to-ceiling windows provide commanding views of Ocean Beach. Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Downstairs, the Park Chalet opens onto a lawn furnished with Adirondacks. Serves lunch and dinner daily. $$–$$$. 1000 Great Hwy. 386-8439 Map 2, A5

BISTRO BOUDIN—The restaurant in the famed bread maker’s two–story flagship facility offers seasonal cuisine and sourdough crust pizzas. Tour the attached Boudin Museum and watch breadmakers in the bakery. $$. Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, with a café and gourmet market downstairs. 156 Jefferson St. 928-1849. Map 1, C2

BLUE—The servers don retro filling-station shirts at this casual Castro diner that serves such classic comforts as gourmet mac ’n’ cheese and fork-tender osso buco. $–$$. Serves lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sa–Su. 2337 Market St. 863–2583 Map 2, H5

BOULEVARD—Chef Nancy Oakes presents hearty American classics with contemporary California refinement in a belle époque setting. $$$. Serves lunch M–F, dinner nightly. 1 Mission St. at Steuart St. 543-6084 Map 1, F5

CARNELIAN ROOM—Savor breathtaking views from atop the Bank of America Center and feast on continental classics. Parking under the building; jackets requested. $$$. Serves dinner and cocktails nightly, brunch on Su. 555 California St., 52nd floor. 433-7500 Map 1, D4

CLIFF HOUSE—This historic site overlooking Ocean Beach emerged from its recent renovation with two restaurants. Sutro’s offers an upscale setting for refined new American cuisine, for lunch and dinner daily. The Bistro offers a more casual experience, with burgers, sandwiches and other casual favorites for breakfast, lunch and dinner. $$$. 1090 Point Lobos Ave. 386-3330 Map 2, A4

THE COSMOPOLITAN—With sleek modern decor, the spacious dining room is as ideal for a feast with friends as it is for a business lunch or dinner, with casual dining and live piano (W-Sa) in the bar lounge. The kitchen specializes in new American cuisine. $$–$$$. Serves lunch M–F, dinner M–Sa. 121 Spear St. 543-4001 Map 1, E6

COZMO’S CORNER GRILL—A refined pub in the Marina specializing in food that is as accessible as it is well prepared. The menu offers everything from mac ‘n’ cheese and buttermilk fried chicken to grilled fish. $$. Serves lunch Tu–F, dinner nightly, brunch Sa–Su. 2001 Chestnut St. 351-0175 Map 2, H2
HARD ROCK CAFE—American grill and smokehouse classics near Fisherman’s Wharf in a setting decked out with rock memorabilia. $$. Serves lunch and dinner daily. Beach St. at Embarcadero. 956-2013 Map 1, A5

JOHN’S GRILL—Immortalized in Dashiell Hammett’s The Maltese Falcon, the old-school classic near Union Square serves grilled meat and seafood staples. Live jazz nightly. $$–$$$. Serves lunch M–Sa, dinner nightly. 63 Ellis St. 986-0069 Map 1, D6

LIME—Eclectic small plates, one of the largest selections of vodkas in town and avant–garde decor, with curved walls and sexy furniture. $$. Serves brunch and lunch Sa–Su, dinner nightly. 2247 Market St. 621-5256 Map 2, H5

MACARTHUR PARK—A Jackson Square landmark serving hearty American grilled and barbecued favorites, the spacious spot is known for tangy baby-back ribs and thick steaks and chops. The bar offers a generous happy hour spread on weekdays. $$–$$$. Serves lunch M–F, dinner nightly. 607 Front St. 398-5700 Map 1, E4

MICHAEL MINA—Mina offers multiple variations of his seasonal specialities, essentially creating mini-courses within each course. The wine list includes more than 1,500 selections. $$$. Serves dinner nightly. At the Westin St. Francis, 335 Powell St. 397-9222 Map 1, C5

MOMO’S—A lively restaurant across from SBC Park for hearty American cuisine. Patio dining available. $$–$$$. Serves lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sa–Su. 760 Second St. 227-8660 Map 1, F7

MOOSE’S—A North Beach institution featuring new American cuisine, with an expansive wine list. Views of Washington Square Park and live jazz complete the scene. $$$. Serves dinner nightly, lunch Th–Sa, brunch Su. 1652 Stockton St. 989-7800 Map 1, C3

THE OAK ROOM—A quiet space with Victorian decor serving a breakfast buffet and American classics during afternoons and evenings. $$. Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. 335 Powell St. 774-0264 Map 1, C5

ONE MARKET—Like others in chef Bradley Ogden’s restaurant group, this one offers contemporary presentations of American classics, showcasing farm-fresh ingredients, artisanal cheeses and an all-American wine list. $$–$$$. Serves lunch M–F, dinner M–Sa. 1 Market St. 777-5577 Map 1, F4

ROTUNDA—Overlooking Union Square from the fourth floor of Neiman Marcus, the restaurant serves pasta, salads and sandwiches, including its famous lobster club. $$. Serves lunch and a full tea service daily. 150 Stockton St. 362-4777 Map 1, D6

SEARS FINE FOODS—This Union Square breakfast mainstay is best known for its 18 Swedish pancakes. Lunch brings sandwiches and salads, while dinner includes fish and steaks. $-$$. Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. 439 Powell St. 986-0700 Map 1, D6