The 14 Best Restaurants Near The Embarcadero & Ferry Building - San Francisco - The Infatuation

"Here to add some zing to casual waterfront brunch-lunch is Xica. The gluten-free Mexican spot smack dab in Levi’s Plaza is feel-good energy personified. It’s got bold murals, plants, upbeat music filling the colossal space, and a sunny patio next to a trickling fountain. Prepare for shrimp tacos on dragon fruit-infused tortillas, fried egg-topped chilaquiles, and extra bready chicken and waffles. Xica, unlike the news cycle and your inbox, is a happy place. So do the smart thing and come here if you need a fuel-up after an Embarcadero stroll, or just stepped off a cruise ship at Pier 27." - lani conway, julia chen 1