Restaurant

Top of the Mark

ContemporaryNob Hillsplurge

Top of the Mark is one of the best contemporary restaurants in San Francisco for dinner, especially if you want a strong option in Nob Hill.

Top of the Mark sits nearly twenty floors above the InterContinental Mark Hopkins, and its reputation rests on a premise that sounds simple but is genuinely difficult to execute: give people a room worthy of the city below it, and food t…

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Rating (Google) 8.8
1,860 reviews
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8.8
Rating
Based on 1860 reviews
Best used for
dinner and upscale
Price and pace
splurge
Neighborhood
Nob Hill · 999 California St, San Francisco, CA 94108, USA
Price
splurge
Google rating
8.8 from 1,860 reviews
Phone
(415) 616-6916
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What to order

Signature dishes at Top of the Mark

The Caviar Company, Kaluga Hybrid Caviar

Buckwheat Blini, Eggs, Onion, Capers, Crème Fraiche, Chives, Smoked Salmon

Chef's Cheese & Charcuterie Board

Local Cheeses, Cured Meats, Condiments, House-Harvested Honey, Crostini

Ahi Tuna Tartare

Cucumber, Avocado, Fresno Peppers, Shaved Fennel, Wonton Chips

Short Rib Sliders

Anise & Apricot Glazed Short Ribs, Cilantro, Jalapeño, Garlic Aioli

Grilled Shrimp Tacos

Pico de Gallo, Corn Tortillas

Why go

What makes Top of the Mark worth the move

Top of the Mark is a reliable contemporary choice in Nob Hill in San Francisco when you want something that tends to land well. The Caviar Company, Kaluga Hybrid Caviar and Chef's Cheese & Charcuterie Board also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 8.8 rating across 1,860 Google reviews.

What to know fast

Public rating
8.8 from 1,860 Google reviews
Best used for
dinner and upscale
Style
Contemporary in Nob Hill
Spend
splurge

Best for

Know before you go

Google rating: 8.8 from 1,860 reviews
Price point: splurge
Popular dishes: The Caviar Company, Kaluga Hybrid Caviar, Chef's Cheese & Charcuterie Board, Ahi Tuna Tartare
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What diners are saying

0 diner reviews · reviewed by Marcus Chen for Top of the Mark

Google snapshot
8.8 from 1,860 reviews
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Editorial review by Marcus Chen
No diner notes for Top of the Mark yet.

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For now, Top of the Mark holds a 8.8 rating across 1,860 Google reviews.

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Quick details

Address
999 California St, San Francisco, CA 94108, USA
Phone
(415) 616-6916
Price
splurge
TastyPals score
Coming soon
Google rating
8.8 (1,860 reviews)
Cuisine
Contemporary
Neighborhood
Nob Hill

Frequently asked questions

What cuisine does Top of the Mark serve?

Top of the Mark is a Contemporary restaurant located in Nob Hill, San Francisco. Top of the Mark sits nearly twenty floors above the InterContinental Mark Hopkins, and its reputation rests on a premise that sounds simple but is genuinely difficult to execute: give people a room worthy of the city below it, and food t…

What is Top of the Mark best for?

Top of the Mark is best for upscale, dinner, classic. Top of the Mark is a reliable contemporary choice in Nob Hill in San Francisco when you want something that tends to land well. The Caviar Company, Kaluga Hybrid Caviar and Chef's Cheese & Charcuterie Board also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 8.8 rating across 1,860 Google reviews.

How much does it cost to eat at Top of the Mark?

Top of the Mark is in the splurge price range (splurge). Google rating: 8.8 from 1,860 reviews

What should I order at Top of the Mark?

Start with The Caviar Company, Kaluga Hybrid Caviar, Chef's Cheese & Charcuterie Board, Ahi Tuna Tartare and Short Rib Sliders. These dishes are shown from TastyPals notes or restaurant data on this page.

Is Top of the Mark worth visiting?

Top of the Mark holds a 8.8 Google rating from 1,860 reviews. Top of the Mark is a reliable contemporary choice in Nob Hill in San Francisco when you want something that tends to land well. The Caviar Company, Kaluga Hybrid Caviar and Chef's Cheese & Charcuterie Board also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 8.8 rating across 1,860 Google reviews.

Where is Top of the Mark located?

Top of the Mark is located at 999 California St, San Francisco, CA 94108, USA. Directions are available via Google Maps.

Does Top of the Mark take reservations?

Yes, Top of the Mark accepts reservations. You can book a table online through their reservations page.

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