Best Brunch in San Francisco (2025)

A San Francisco original since 1979 where Sunday brunch means oysters, a famed Bloody Mary, and wood-fired classics. Recognized by the Michelin Guide and praised by local critics for enduring style and seasonal cooking.

Brunch in a Mission courtyard with a cinematic backdrop: think housemade “Pop-Tarts,” oysters, and a croque madame that keeps drawing raves. Frequently recommended by national outlets and local critics; recognized on OpenTable’s Top 100 Brunch list.

Potrero Hill’s daytime institution famous for lemon ricotta pancakes and ultra-crispy potatoes. Walk-in only and worth the wait; regularly highlighted by The Infatuation and Eater for standout, farm-focused brunch plates.

Cole Valley’s French stalwart turns out superb Benedicts, gingerbread pancakes, and patio brunch daily. Beloved by locals, often cited by editors at Eater and Thrillist, and known for its worker-forward model with service included.

Near Ocean Beach, this Outer Sunset favorite serves a beloved Dutch pancake, stellar breads, and seasonal plates. Lauded by the San Francisco Chronicle for its revitalized cooking and a must on Eater’s brunch radar.

A downtown staple channeling New Orleans spirit: stuffed beignets, shrimp and grits, and fried chicken Benedict. Celebrated by the San Francisco Chronicle and SFGATE, with community-minded initiatives from chef-owner Brenda Buenviaje.

Francis and Dian Ang’s Filipino-Californian restaurant turns weekend brunch into a panaderia-and-plates celebration, from ensaymada to vibrant savory dishes. Michelin-recommended and previously recognized by The New York Times.

Third-generation, family-run dim sum where weekend carts roll with har gow, xiao long bao, and roast duck buns. A local cultural touchstone honored with a Michelin Bib Gourmand; two FiDi locations operate for brunch hours.

A permanent home for the acclaimed pop-up, serving scratch-made brunch classics — house butter, bagels, bacon, and a standout potato pancake. Endorsed by Eater editors in 2025 and warmly embraced by the NoPa community.

A Scandinavian daytime cafe known for cardamom morning buns, porridges, and smørrebrød-style spreads. Frequently recommended by Eater and local writers for a lighter, seasonal take on brunch in the heart of the city.

An Asian American bakery-cafe with kaya toast, inventive pastries, and savory daytime plates; now expanded with a Dogpatch outpost. Praised by the San Francisco Chronicle and widely cited by local editors for creativity.

North Beach’s enduring brunch line forms for French toast samplers, Dungeness crab Benedict, and house-baked goods. A family-run fixture celebrated by travel editors and local press for its history and generous plates.