Oracle Park buzzes with baseball through fall. We've rounded up the best nearby spots to grab a bite on game days.
Chef Kathy Fang
FANG
Led by celeb chef Kathy Fang, the sister restaurant to the legendary House of Nanking offers a modern take on traditional Asian cuisine, blending Chinese flavors with innovative culinary techniques. The menu includes a variety of tantalizing dishes, including spicy pork dumplings, crispy honey tofu and Mongolian beef short ribs. 660 Howard St., 415.777.8568, fangrestaurant.com
MILLER & LUX
Sitting pretty in the Chase Center, chef Tyler Florence’s modern American steakhouse serves up all the classics plus a few innovative twists. Expect high-quality steaks—think filet mignon, New York strip and Australian wagyu—alongside fresh, sustainable seafood and veggies. 700 Terry A. Francois Blvd., 415.872.6699, millerandluxrestaurant.com
Steamed buns and pork belly at Fang
ALCHEMIST BAR & LOUNGE
Just one block from Oracle Park, Alchemist Bar & Lounge offers a memorable game-day experience. Leather couches and dark wood interiors give the space an underground, historical feel, while the intimate and light steampunk-themed restaurant serves an impressive menu of cocktails and classic bar food. We also love spirited sips like the Valley of the Voodoo Dolls or Camping With Hipsters. 679 3rd St., 415.746.9968, alchemistsf.com
JAX VINEYARDS
Stop by Jax Vineyards’ tasting room just two blocks from the park for a glass of vino. Brother-sister duo Trent and Kimberly Jackson founded their first label in 1996 with the help of their vintner father. Their San Francisco tasting room offers packages for larger groups, and smaller groups can choose their own flights or tastes. 326 Brannan St., 415.446.9505, jaxvineyards.com
Alchemist Bar & Lounge
PROSPECT
Chef Nancy Oaks, chef Pam Mazzola and operations director Kathy King of Boulevard restaurant collaborated to create this setting at the ground of the Infinity Towers. Prospect’s team uses local and organic ingredients and serves new American food. There’s also a lengthy cocktails list, excellent desserts and an award-winning wine list if a quick drink or a treat is all time will allow before the first pitch. Plus, the walk from Oracle Park to Prospect is beautiful alongside the water and piers. 300 Spear St., 415.247.7770, prospectsf.com
BAR VIA
Located in Hotel VIA, Bar VIA was created to reflect the vibe of the neighborhood. Chef Carlos Lopez created the menu, which includes delicious small plates and plenty of quality cocktails. The ground-floor restaurant offers close-up views of Oracle Park through 19-foot windows, and the rooftop has an even wider scope. Stop by to kick back before the game and return afterward for celebration or culinary consolation. 138 King St., 415.200.4977, hotelviasf.com
Jax Vineyards’ tasting room
MERKADO
Cheers to a game day win with various specialty tequila- and mezcal-focused cocktails paired with authentic Jaliscan street fare— think crispy carnitas tacos and plenty of other Mexican favorites. Don’t miss the resto’s happy hour offerings available during the first to last pitch of a Giants’ home game. 130 Townsend St., 415.227.0500, merkadosf.com
KAIYO ROOFTOP
For a bird’s-eye view, climb to the 12th floor of the Hyatt Place Hotel (next door to the stadium), where Kaiyo’s Rooftop serves up visually stunning tiki-style cocktails alongside tempting arrays of Nikkei (Japanese and Peruvian) cuisine. Must-tries include the Japanese fried chicken, crispy shrimp and ceviche roll. 701 3rd St., 415.800.8141, kaiyosf.com
Yummy brunch at Merkado
BLACK HAMMER BREWING
Head to the local watering hole for a brew or two before the big game. What’s on tap? Small-batch gluten-free ales, lagers and hard seltzers dot the menu with cheeky and irreverent names. Specialty sips include the Basic Witch, a pumpkin pie sour ale; Playa, a Mexican lager; and an anti-imperial Ukrainian stout lovingly dubbed Puck Futin. 544 Bryant St., 628.222.4664, blackhammerbrewing.com
MARLOWE
Nothing says “play ball!” quite like classic American comfort food, and Marlowe’s famous burger certainly hits the spot. The 100% beef patty is topped with cheese, caramelized onions, bacon and horseradish aioli. And while it sounds relatively simple, the dish has delighted critics and guests for over 10 years. 500 Brannan St., 415.777.1413, marlowesf.com
Photography by: COURTESY OF BRAND; JONAS VANDERMEIREN; PHIL CHEN; CHRISTOPHER STARK; MOLLY DECOUDREAUX
