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We ate at all 27 restaurants in the Japantown malls — then ranked them from worst to first

Food & Drink

The Standard’s highly opinionated guide to the best sushi, ramen, and pastries at the Japan Center and Kinokuniya malls. 

11 best spots for Chinese takeout in San Francisco, according to restaurant pros

From Parkside to Chinatown, these restaurants nail sizzling cumin lamb, crispy dry-fried chicken wings, bouncy mushroom dumplings, and more.

SF’s 10 best ice cream and gelato shops, according to a panel of pros

It may not feel like summer, but it’s always the right time for a warm-weather treat.

The 10 best diners in SF, according to a panel of pros

From Michelin-starred chefs to owners of cult-favorite smashburger joints, pros weigh in on where they go for sunny-side-up eggs, corned-beef hash, and pancakes.


The best deli sandwiches in San Francisco, according to 10 restaurant pros 

From mom-and-pop delis to popular pizzerias, these are the best things to eat between sliced bread.