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Sizzling SF: Michelin Stars, Trendy Pizzas, and the Burger Craze of 2025
Food Scene San Francisco
# San Francisco's Culinary Renaissance: What's Sizzling in 2025
San Francisco's dining scene is reaching new heights in 2025, with boundary-pushing concepts and talented chefs transforming the city's gastronomic landscape.
Jules is generating significant buzz as one of the most anticipated openings this May in the Lower Haight. Chef Max Blachman-Gentile, formerly Tartine's culinary director, will finally unveil his brick-and-mortar restaurant after captivating diners with pop-ups since 2023. His leopard-spotted, seasonally influenced pizzas have created a loyal following eager for his permanent location.
The Michelin Guide recently welcomed four exciting additions to its prestigious listings: Verjus, Four Kings, Prelude, and The Wild. Four Kings, located in Chinatown, has particularly impressed critics with its Hong Kong-style cuisine featuring lamb skewers, scallop vermicelli, and escargot with milk bread – earning it recognition among the top 50 restaurants nationwide.
Thrive City at Chase Center continues to evolve as a culinary destination with Che Fico Pizzeria and Señor Sisig joining its lineup. Che Fico stands out with naturally fermented dough and hand-pulled cheese, creating unique combinations like their pineapple and Calabrian chili pizza.
The Bayview neighborhood is experiencing a restaurant renaissance, while the smash burger trend continues evolving with multicultural influences. Hyphy Burger exemplifies this movement, founded by lifelong friends who opened in their childhood neighborhood, offering more than just great burgers but a commitment to Oakland's community.
For those seeking established excellence, SPQR on Fillmore continues to impress after nearly 20 years, with Chef Matthew Accarrino's contemporary NorCal-Italian cuisine. Their Wednesday and Thursday five-course pasta tasting menu remains a cherished San Francisco experience.
Violet's in Central Richmond received a revamp under new management, maintaining beloved California comfort classics while incorporating Latin and Peruvian influences, including a standout "cioppino Latino" with smoky, fruity tomato broth.
San Francisco's culinary identity continues to be shaped by its iconic foods – from the gold rush sourdough at Boudin Bakery to the original fortune cookies and Mission burritos. The city's innovative spirit, cultural diversity, and access to exceptional local ingredients ensure its position at the forefront of American cuisine, making 2025 an extraordinary time to explore San Francisco's evolving restaurant landscape..
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Published on 7 months ago