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Hillstone

Been there · May 2025Restaurant

A San Francisco standby, best in artichoke season

A San Francisco standby that has held the same line for years. The part I care about is the artichoke: in season, the grilled artichoke leaves are worth trying. It belongs to a chain but doesn't feel like one — brisk service, comfortable tables. It isn't cheap, which is worth knowing before you go.

Good to know

  • Grilled artichokes are seasonal; when they're off the menu, the spinach-artichoke dip is always there.
  • Evenings can fill up, so a reservation makes things easier.

What to order

  • Grilled artichokessource ↗The most talked-about plate here; go when they're in season.
  • Spinach & artichoke dipsource ↗Comes with thick crisp chips; one to share.

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