First dates are so tricky. The girl never wants to come off too picky. The guy never wants to come off too cheap. So here’s my list of "First Date Spots" that are casual and hopefully won’t break that poor boy’s wallet! Go meet some people and let me know if you find love!
Comments: Dark and romantic. It can get a little loud. They don’t take reservations.
Neighborhood: Russian Hill
2141 Polk St
(between Broadway St & Vallejo St)
San Francisco,
CA
94109
(415) 775-1055
Hyde Street Bistro – French
Comments: Very reasonably priced. Service is friendly and the food is quality.
1521 Hyde Street
(at Jackson St)
San Francisco,
CA
94109
(415) 292-4415
Range – American
Comments: Just won a Michelin star. Menu is reasonable but limited
842 Valencia St
(between 19th St & Cunningham Pl)
San Francisco,
CA
94110
(415) 282-8283
SPQR – Italian
Comments: Awesome authentic Italian cuisine from the famous chef of A16. They don’t reservations.
1911 Fillmore St
(between Bush St & Pine St)
San Francisco,
CA
94115
(415) 771-7779
Trattoria Contadina – Italian
Comments: They have some really nice pastas, casual atmosphere and neighborhood spot.
1800 Mason St
(between Kent St & Union St)
San Francisco,
CA
94133
Kabuto – Sushi
Comments: It’s always fun to try out new things and feed each other sushi 
5121 Geary Blvd
(between 15th Ave & 16th Ave)
San Francisco,
CA
94118
(415) 752-5652
Blowfish – Sushi
2170 Bryant Street
(between 19th St & 20th St)
San Francisco,
CA
94110
(415) 285-3848
Pesce – Seafood
Comments: Small plates. Sit in the back area where it’s dark, romantic, and cozy!
2227 Polk St
(between Bonita St & Green St)
San Francisco,
CA
94109
(415) 928-8025
Nopa
Comments: Really tasty American food..think pork chop, chicken, hamburgers. It’s tough to get a resie, so reserve in advance!
560 Divisadero St
(between Fell St & Hayes St)
San Francisco,
CA
94117
(415) 864-8643
