A majestic San Francisco peak with unparalleled views is the epicenter of one of the city’s greatest neighborhoods, especially when it comes to its food and drink scene. From a legendary Cantonese roast duck spot in new digs to a nearly 20-year-old pizzeria, as well as a plethora of restaurants serving cuisine from all over the world, four distinct sections make up a dining scene that is tough to replicate anywhere else within our 49 square miles.
“There’s pretty much everything you could want from a food standpoint,” Doherty told SFGATE in a phone interview. “Whatever you want, you can find it here. You really just can.”
Variety is not only what makes Bernal a draw — it’s also scarce in big brand names. There aren’t any businesses owned by large corporations in the neighborhood, except a Safeway at the corner of Mission and 30th streets. This allows for residents to really support mom-and-pop shops to the nth degree, which is great because Bernal’s restaurant scene really is an embarrassment of riches.
Along Mission Street, there’s stellar pho and garlic noodles at Bac Lieu, some of the most traditional Mexican cuisine San Francisco has to offer at El Buen Comer, and one of the most underrated restaurants in the entire city in Cuisine of Nepal. On the north end, Precita Social from chef Greg Lutes offers approachable modern American cuisine with fine dining touches. His other spot in the neighborhood, 3rd Cousin, was named a “new discovery” in the 2021 Michelin Guide. The eastern and southern ends are more residential, but BareBottle Brewing Co. at 1525 Cortland Ave. is in contention for one of the city’s best breweries, and the Alemany Farmers Market, right off the highway on Alemany Boulevard, is beloved by chefs and locals alike…