Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Last Drop Tavern, The Beer Hall and Sool Bar and Lounge, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Find fine dining places for fried chicken in San Francisco. Top-rated fried chicken spots at the right price.
San Francisco's Fine Dining Fried Chicken Destinations
San Francisco's culinary scene offers a sophisticated take on a beloved comfort classic with this collection of fine dining fried chicken destinations. These upscale establishments, including the Thai-inspired Gai, elevate the dish through expert techniques and premium ingredients for a truly refined experience. Whether you are looking for a polished night out or a unique twist on traditional flavors, these spots redefine what it means to enjoy crispy, golden chicken in the city.
30 restaurants in Best Fine Dining Fried Chicken in San Francisco | Top Fine Dining Spots
- Last Drop Tavern · rated 5/5: American.
- The Beer Hall · rated 4/5: American.
- Sool Bar and Lounge · rated 4/5: Korean.
- Afterwork Bar · rated 4/5: American.
- Royal Exchange · rated 4/5: American.
- Southside Spirit House · rated 4/5: American.
- The Bird · rated 4/5: American.
- Victory Hall & Parlor · rated 4/5: American.
- Sam's American Eatery · rated 4/5: American.
- Hotel Utah Saloon · rated 3/5: American.
- Harry's Bar · rated 3/5: Italian.
- The Hungry Café · rated 3/5: American.
- Jo Jo's Cafe · rated 1/5: American.
- Metro Caffe: Italian.
- Ben Thai Cafe: Thai.
- Gai: Thai.
- The Bird: American.
- Turtle Tower: Vietnamese.
- Curio: Seafood.
- Farmhouse Kitchen: Thai.
- Korean Soul Chicken: Korean.
- International Smoke: Steakhouse.
- Hot Sauce and Panko: Japanese.
- Hi-Way: American.
- Aria Korean Tapas: Korean.
- Jijime: Korean.
- Flippin' Burger: American.
- 1428 Haight: French.
- San Tung: Chinese.
- Atwater Tavern: American.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.


















