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San Francisco · Brunch · value
Eight AM Brunch
Eight AM Brunch is worth putting on the shortlist for Caramelized Banana French Toast and Bacon Frittata—the two orders to build a first visit around.
San Francisco · 6 ranked picks
6 Best Brunch Spots in San Francisco
Eight AM Brunch leads this shortlist.
By TastyPals Editorial TeamUpdated July 21, 2026
6 ranked picks
Why this pick & planning notes
Eight AM Brunch is worth putting on the shortlist for Caramelized Banana French Toast and Bacon Frittata—the two orders to build a first visit around.
Keep in mind: Booking details can change; check the restaurant's site before you go.
What to order: Caramelized Banana French Toast, Bacon Frittata, Avocado Toast
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Sources checked
- Official source — Eight AM Brunch's official website or menu was checked for current operation and the brunch details supporting this selection. Checked July 21, 2026.
#2
San Francisco · Bakery · moderate
Juniper
Juniper is worth putting on the shortlist for Cubano Croissant and Mushroom Danish—the two orders to build a first visit around.
Why this pick & planning notes
Juniper is worth putting on the shortlist for Cubano Croissant and Mushroom Danish—the two orders to build a first visit around.
Keep in mind: Booking details can change; check the restaurant's site before you go.
What to order: Cubano Croissant, Mushroom Danish, Cinnamon Orange Sticky Bun
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- Official source — Juniper's official website or menu was checked for current operation and the brunch details supporting this selection. Checked July 21, 2026.
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San Francisco · Brunch · value
Wooden Spoon
Benedict. Wooden Spoon is worth putting on the shortlist for Swedish Society Pancakes and Market St. Benedict—the two orders to build a first visit around.
Why this pick & planning notes
Benedict. Wooden Spoon is worth putting on the shortlist for Swedish Society Pancakes and Market St. Benedict—the two orders to build a first visit around.
Keep in mind: Booking details can change; check the restaurant's site before you go.
What to order: Swedish Society Pancakes, Market St. Benedict, Huevos Divorciados
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- Official source — Wooden Spoon's official website or menu was checked for current operation and the brunch details supporting this selection. Checked July 21, 2026.
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San Francisco · French · $$
Zazie
Zazie is worth putting on the shortlist for Gingerbread pancakes and Eggs Benedict—the two orders to build a first visit around. It works well when you want a proper meal without turning it into a full splurge.
Why this pick & planning notes
Zazie is worth putting on the shortlist for Gingerbread pancakes and Eggs Benedict—the two orders to build a first visit around. It works well when you want a proper meal without turning it into a full splurge.
Keep in mind: Booking details can change; check the restaurant's site before you go.
What to order: Gingerbread pancakes, Eggs Benedict, Coq au vin
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Sources checked
- Official source — Zazie's official website or menu was checked for current operation and the brunch details supporting this selection. Checked July 21, 2026.
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Potrero Hill · American · moderate
Plow
Plow is worth putting on the shortlist for Buttermilk Biscuit and Plow Wedge Salad—the two orders to build a first visit around.
Why this pick & planning notes
Plow is worth putting on the shortlist for Buttermilk Biscuit and Plow Wedge Salad—the two orders to build a first visit around.
Keep in mind: Popular services can book up; confirm current hours, menu availability, and reservation terms with the restaurant.
What to order: Buttermilk Biscuit, Plow Wedge Salad, Poached Eggs
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Sources checked
- Official source — Plow's official website or menu was checked for current operation and the brunch details supporting this selection. Checked July 21, 2026.
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Castro · Californian · moderate
Starbelly
Starbelly is worth putting on the shortlist for Deviled Eggs and Baked Eggs—the two orders to build a first visit around.
Why this pick & planning notes
Starbelly is worth putting on the shortlist for Deviled Eggs and Baked Eggs—the two orders to build a first visit around.
Keep in mind: Popular services can book up; confirm current hours, menu availability, and reservation terms with the restaurant.
What to order: Deviled Eggs, Baked Eggs, Chilaquiles
dinner
Sources checked
- Official source — Starbelly's official website or menu was checked for current operation and the brunch details supporting this selection. Checked July 21, 2026.
Practical notes
What to plan for before you book — spend, reservation strategy, and who should skip this guide entirely.
- Expected spend
- $25–55 per person with one drink. Boozy brunch with bottomless cocktails runs $55–80.
- Booking strategy
- Reservations open 7–14 days out at the strongest spots. Walk-in strategy: arrive at open (usually 9:00–10:00) or push to the 12:30–1:00 window after the first turn clears.
- What to order
- Pick one of the savory anchor dishes plus one pastry or side — splitting works at brunch in a way it doesn't at dinner.
- Skip if
- you want a quick coffee-and-pastry stop or a quiet room. These picks reward sitting and ordering broadly.
Who this guide is for
The best brunch spots in San Francisco are Eight AM Brunch, Juniper, Wooden Spoon, and more.
Eight AM Brunch, Juniper, and Wooden Spoon lead this San Francisco guide to brunch. Look for Caramelized Banana French Toast, Bacon Frittata, and Cubano Croissant among the standout orders. The list reaches across Potrero Hill and Castro, with a different reason to choose each restaurant.
Quick picks
Best overall for brunch
Brunch • San Francisco
Eight AM Brunch is worth putting on the shortlist for Caramelized Banana French Toast and Bacon Frittata—the two orders to build a first visit around.
Best for Cubano Croissant
Bakery • San Francisco
Juniper is worth putting on the shortlist for Cubano Croissant and Mushroom Danish—the two orders to build a first visit around.
Best value
Brunch • San Francisco
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Editorial details
Author: TastyPals Editorial Team
Published: July 21, 2026
Last updated: July 21, 2026
Last verified: July 21, 2026
Reviewed by: TastyPals Editorial Team
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How the restaurants compare
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Eight AM Brunch
San Francisco • Brunch
4.6/5
2,055 Google reviews
Price
value
Best for
Best overall for brunch
Mood
Casual
Juniper
San Francisco • Bakery
4.7/5
567 Google reviews
Price
moderate
Best for
Best for Cubano Croissant
Mood
Casual
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Wooden Spoon
San Francisco • Brunch
4.6/5
819 Google reviews
Price
value
Best for
Best value
Mood
Casual
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Zazie
San Francisco • French
4.6/5
3,520 Google reviews
Price
$$
Best for
Best for Gingerbread pancakes
Mood
Easygoing
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Plow
Potrero Hill • American
4.4/5
2,868 Google reviews
Price
moderate
Best for
Best Potrero Hill pick
Mood
Potrero Hill
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Starbelly
Castro • Californian
4.4/5
2,114 Google reviews
Price
moderate
Best for
Best Castro pick
Mood
Castro
How we chose
We looked for restaurants that feel like a strong fit for the guide topic, not just the most obvious names in the city. The shortlist favors rooms with clear mood, dependable pacing, and enough distinction to help someone decide faster. Read our full methodology →
Room tone
Lighting, pace, and general energy all need to support the reason someone clicked this guide.
Food fit
We favored restaurants that feel best suited for the moment, not just restaurants with broad reputation.
Useful range
The final list tries to give readers enough variation in neighborhood, price, and style to compare real options.
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