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Californios

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Mexican Restaurant$$$$
Mission District, San Francisco
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  • Eater
    EaterApril 11, 2017
    Californios has inventive, mind-bending, regularly-changing desserts on its Mexican-inspired menu like foie gras and coffee ice cream as well as horchata and sorbet paired with pistachio meringue. Read more
  • Eater
    EaterMarch 10, 2016
    For one of the most under rated experiences in SF dining, Californios is not only technical but also very flavorful. We recommend you get the wine pairings with the tasting menu. Read more
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    PureWowApril 23, 2015
    Think corn and rice chips with fermented-pepper puree, and smoked hamachi with shaved radish. Keep your mind open--you don’t get a copy of the seven-course menu until after you’ve eaten what’s on it. Read more
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    Megan AllisonSeptember 19, 2015
    This is the best restaurant in SF right now. Precise, elevated, thematic, yet accessible. Food, service, atmosphere flawless from end to end.
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    Bikash MishraAugust 17, 2017
    Pure deliciousness!! A fantastic take on Mexican food in a gourmet style. Get the beverage pairing and enjoy the mix of 80s pop music as you savor the innovative dishes served up.
  • SFist
    SFistJanuary 21, 2015
    Brand new Mission restaurant Californios is a truly tucked-away, romantic little spot that could end up being a runaway hit. It boasts a eight course prix fixe option and some excellent wine pairings. Read more
  • Eater
    EaterApril 29, 2015
    This tasting-menu restaurant offers fine dining through a Mexican lens, taking on everything from barbacoa to Mexican wedding cookies with a personal touch. Read more
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    Wilson Favre-DelerueAugust 4, 2017
    Real artistry in the tasting menu, which nimbly borrows from Mexican recipes and blends them into a unique house style. There wasn't a dish here that was nothing short of succulent.
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    Jon B.September 3, 2017
    Incredible tasting menu, excellent service, and a smart ambiance. A wonderful place to share a meal.
  • Ben B.heart icon on user image
    Ben BarclayFebruary 2, 2018
    Memorable, two Michelin star tasting menu. You can split the wine pairing for an additional $25.
  • Angela Z.heart icon on user image
    Angela Z.January 15, 2017
    Not a single disappointing dish... it was fantastic. Sit at the bar to chat up chef Val. Wagyu beef was amazing. $45 corkage. Not crazy since wines by the glass were in the $20-30 range.
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    Damian BayonaOctober 29, 2017
    Delicious and locally sourced ingredients for a 16 course tasting. Takes about 3 hours to finish your meal and it is time well spent. Intimate setting. Awesome culinary experience.
  • Eater
    EaterApril 12, 2016
    Chef Val M. Cantu (Sons & Daughters) has created a stylish prix fixe menu that offers a Mexican-inspired take on the traditional tasting experience. Read more
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    Justin PakMay 17, 2018
    Get the beverage pairing - first time I’ve ever had one to thoughtful and harmonious with the meal. Truly upped the experience.
  • SFGate
    SFGateApril 13, 2015
    The restaurant has a clubby look, with stuffed banquettes, white tablecloths and dark colors. Modern art and cookbooks line the walls, a precursor of Chef Val Cantu’s academic approach to cooking. Read more
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    Chad HornerApril 2, 2017
    a must-visit for any true fan of Mexican food. one of the best-tasting, most unique meals i have had anywhere.
  • Steve C.heart icon on user image
    Steve CuiJanuary 6, 2017
    Food is creative and nice tasty, the outstanding food impress me is the waku steak. But still kind of overpriced from my point of view.
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    Istria L.December 29, 2015
    Californios brought a über fresh perspective of contemporary Mexican cuisine that left Cosme (NYC) and Topolobampo (Chicago) far behind with its creative expression, technique and originality.
  • Alan F.heart icon on user image
    Alan FungDecember 6, 2019
    20 course tasting menu. Small, delicious bites of largely central/South American cuisines with wine pairing available.
  • Andy W.heart icon on user image
    Andy WangApril 23, 2016
    Even better since they got their first Michelin star. Definitely do the wine pairing!
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    CarolynNovember 11, 2018
    Out of this world. Sit at the bar and enjoy talking to the chefs.
  • Jeff M.heart icon on user image
    Jeff MartensApril 17, 2016
    Everything was amazing! One of the best meals of my life!
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    LindsayJune 21, 2015
    Everything is outstanding! Loved the service and the cuisine... to die for!!
  • Craig V.heart icon on user image
    Craig VillamorJuly 24, 2015
    Dishes are inventive but maybe too clever for their own good. No big wow dish except maybe fois gras ice cream.
  • Arielle Z.heart icon on user image
    Arielle ZMay 26, 2015
    You know this place is legit when you ask one of the chefs where he used to work and he mentions Noma
  • hugo l.heart icon on user image
    hugo liuMay 15, 2015
    Get the wine pairing-- a superb value for what they're pouring
  • Christine L.heart icon on user image
    Christine LouieMay 11, 2015
    Get the wine pairing. Not only is it a steal, it really is spectacular and will elevate your meal.
  • Omer Z.heart icon on user image
    Omer ZachAugust 19, 2015
    Everything was wonderful but prices were raised again to ~$100 for the tasting menu.
  • Elad D.heart icon on user image
    Elad DoJanuary 15, 2020
    Amazing and creative food.
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    An 🍳March 16, 2015
    $75 tasting and $45 pairing is a steal!
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    W BirdAugust 22, 2019
    AMAZING! THEY OFFER VEGETARIAN AND VEGAN TASTINGS!!
  • Vivian W.heart icon on user image
    Vivian WangJuly 5, 2015
    Great menu and wine pairing. The space is cozy and unpretentious
  • Andy S.
    Andy SmithMarch 7, 2019
    Try the food!
  • Dov D.heart icon on user image
    Dov DJanuary 15, 2020
    Wow! Delicious food. Dinner took about 2.5 hours.
  • Kitt H.heart icon on user image
    Kitt HodJuly 14, 2021
    Of course, order the tasting menu.
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    Garry TanNovember 5, 2018
    Get the Ridge Montebello reserve cab here. Super good.
  • Andy W.heart icon on user image
    Andy WangApril 17, 2015
    Everything is good here
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    TAugust 16, 2019
    Excellent food and service!!
  • Rachel R.heart icon on user image
    Rachel RothJuly 22, 2017
    Every bite was spectacular!
  • Jeremy C.heart icon on user image
    Jeremy CaiNovember 1, 2015
    Amazing tasting menu - 13 courses!
  • Rob J.heart icon on user image
    Rob JonasFebruary 11, 2015
    Everything
  • Eric E.heart icon on user image
    Eric EisenbergMay 9, 2015
    Amazing food and wine!
  • Urban Nomad
    Urban NomadFebruary 4, 2017
    One Michelin star.
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