SoMa's Design Destrict is an elegantly serene neighborhood illuminated by its rustic red brick architecture, opulent interior decor showrooms, and innovative art. While the creative area may be small and quiet, it remains replete with several distinguished restaurants in its Showplace Square that definitely cannot be overlooked.
Here is our guide for all of the best eateries here in this cute roundabout, from an upscale Omakase to an elegant steakhouse and a comforting outdoor brunch hotspot.
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Starting with Dumpling Time, this trendy restaurant excels in its expansive offerings of tender dim sum, fresh salads, and inventive cocktails. We highly recommend making a reservation ahead of time, so that you can receive the full experience of dining out at their patio while sampling the finest Lobster Siu Mai, juicy Pork XLB, and absolutely crispy Shrimp Toast.
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Closely neighboring Dumpling Time is NIku, which is a premiere steakhouse that is devoted to showcasing seasonal ingredients and gastronomic creativity in their innovative menu. Aside from their rich Wagyu and Tomohawk Steak delights, their bone marrow with horseradish crème fraîche, and the Mount Lassen Trout also shine in their opulently tucked-away and intimate atmosphere.
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Chef Jackson Yu prides himself in sourcing only the finest quality of fish from world-renowned Tokyo vendors for his Omakase. Experience the revered tradition of Edomae-style sushi in this elegant interior, which employs culturally significant aging, Sujime, and grilling techniques.
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For both a taste and atmosphere of tradition and history, Bellota is our pick, as it is actually situated within a landmark building on the National Register of Historic Places! Old World Spanish cuisine is the feature here, which, with their many tapas, charcuterie, and Paella offerings, adds to the entire ambience with their open hearth and live music.
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The Grove is only standout choice for a winning brunch here. Overlooking the magnificent roundabout of Showplace Square, you will feel almost transported to New England with the surrounding colonial buildings. Make sure to sit out on their lush patio and sample their buttery
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This is a fun Thai choice that goes all out on their interior decor. Stepping in feels like an authentic street market in Thailand with their playfully eccentric decor of old Thai movie posters, and accurate menu items. Aside from the usual Thai offerings, the Crispy Basil Duck, Som Tum Poo Pla Ra salad, and chewy Duran Black Rice are also wonderfully novel options.
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If you crave a no-frills barbecue joint that piles on the meat, Hardwood Bar & Smokery is the joint for you. Diligently smoking their meats in-house, you can taste the care and fresh quality in all of their generous platters, whether it be Spare Ribs, Pulled Pork, or Beef Brisket. Save room for their creamy potato salad and mac salad, as well as their crispy fried apple hand pie, and don't afraid to get messy!
Next time you plan to browse the posh decor and showrooms of this peaceful corner of SoMa, you can feel secure knowing where all the best places are.
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