Best Pork in San Francisco
3 restaurants compared
Price range: $26.00 – $30.00
Avg recommendation: 88%
Top 3 Pork in San Francisco (Quick Answer)
Our editors' picks across 3 restaurants:
- Liholiho Yacht Club, $28.00 (Lower Nob Hill)
- Nopalito — score 91/100, $30.00 (NoPa)
- Firefly — score 85/100, $26.00 (Noe Valley)
Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.
All 3 Restaurants Compared
#1
Liholiho Yacht Club
Lower Nob Hill·$$$
Pork Belly with Pineapple and Thai Basil
$28.00
Braised pork belly with caramelized pineapple, Thai basil, and aromatic spices.
Tip: Share family-style across the table. This works best with 3-4 other small plates.
#2Score 91/100
Nopalito
NoPa·$$
Carnitas
$30.00
Slow-cooked pork shoulder shredded until it falls apart, served with warm tortillas.
Tip: Order this for the table — it's designed to be shared, and the quality of pork and tortillas is worth the price.
#3Score 85/100
Firefly
Noe Valley·$$$
Braised Pork
$26.00
Slowly braised pork shoulder served with seasonal vegetable accompaniments and pan sauce.
Tip: Order this on cold nights. It's warming, nourishing, and feels like home cooking at its finest.