Looking for carnivore-friendly restaurants? Our top picks are Freddie's Sandwiches, Blue Plate and Mandarin House SF, ranked by diner ratings among restaurants whose current menus carry carnivore-tagged dishes. The full list below updates as menus change.
Discover the top 29 upscale dining experiences
Discover upscale restaurants in San Francisco with carnivore options. Budget-friendly carnivore dining.
San Francisco's Upscale Carnivore Destinations
San Francisco’s premier dining destinations for meat and seafood lovers come together in this curated selection of upscale establishments. From the refined French plates at Absinthe Brasserie & Bar to the innovative Korean flavors of SSAL, these venues offer a sophisticated take on protein-centric cuisine. Whether you are looking for a classic steakhouse experience at Espetus Churrascaria or fresh coastal fare at Tadich Grill, this collection highlights the city's most indulgent and high-end culinary experiences.
30 restaurants in Best Upscale Carnivore Restaurants in San Francisco | Upscale & Carnivore
- Freddie's Sandwiches · rated 5/5: 5 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Blue Plate · rated 5/5: 3 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Mandarin House SF · rated 4/5: 13 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Equator · rated 4/5: 7 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- K-Elements BBQ · rated 4/5: 6 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Korean.
- The Occidental Cigar Club · rated 4/5: 6 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Java Beach Cafe · rated 4/5: 5 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- La Ciccia · rated 4/5: 5 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Fiery Hot Pot and Grill · rated 4/5: 4 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Kirimachi Ramen · rated 4/5: 4 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- The Stud · rated 4/5: 4 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Breakfast at Tiffany's · rated 4/5: 4 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Moki's Sushi & Pacific Grill · rated 4/5: 4 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Diamond · rated 4/5: 3 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- La Fromagerie · rated 4/5: 3 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. French.
- Beep's Burgers · rated 4/5: 3 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Hunan Chef Chinese Cuisine · rated 3/5: 12 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Irish Bank · rated 3/5: 6 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Mozzarella di Bufala · rated 3/5: 5 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Roberts Corned Meats Inc · rated 3/5: 5 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Linea Coffee Roasting · rated 3/5: 3 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Square Pie Guys · rated 3/5: 3 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Zushi Puzzle: 12 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Kevin's Noodle House: 11 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Vietnamese.
- Curry & Kabab: 9 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Indian.
- Roxanne Cafe: 8 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Aaha Indian Cuisine: 7 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Indian.
- Mastro's Steakhouse: 7 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse.
- Nob Hill Cafe: 6 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Lai Hong Lounge: 6 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
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.
