The Best Restaurants In The Financial District - San Francisco - The Infatuation

"In the summer of 2025, Wayfare Tavern moved from its original location, bringing its slightly vintage feel and full-wall nautical murals just a few blocks away. Now it’s closer to downtown offices, BART, and several Muni lines. Use this American restaurant for a satisfying power lunch or to wrangle together a group for a low-stress get-together. They still give out fantastic free popovers to start the meal off right, and the fried chicken and Tavern Burger ensure things stay that way. Weekdays are usually easy for walk-ins, but be sure to check at least a day out for weekend reservations. Weekdays are typically easy for walk-ins, but try to plan at least a day ahead for weekend lunch or dinner. And for those looking to host an event or a private group gathering, this newer version of Wayfare Tavern has a stellar second-floor space for it." - patrick wong, julia chen 1, lani conway