Off the Grid: Civic Center is one of The 9 Best Places for Buns in Civic Center, San Francisco.

1. Off the Grid: Civic Center

8.2
Polk St. (btwn McAllister St. & 1 Dr carlton B Goodlett), San Francisco, CA
Street Food Gathering · Civic Center · 15 tips and reviews

Cherylynn N.Cherylynn Norona: Steamed Pork Belly Bun from Chairman Bao is BOMB!

CarolineCaroline: If you work close by, this is a great option for Friday lunches. Trucks alternate every week so there's nice selection. Really love Chairman Bao, the Bacon Truck, and the Falafel Truck.

Tom C.Tom Carden: Six great food trucks, Friday lunch only. Check http://offthegridsf.com/markets to confirm.

Arbor is one of The 9 Best Places for Buns in Civic Center, San Francisco.

2. Arbor

8.4
384 Hayes St (btwn Franklin & Gough St), San Francisco, CA
Burger Joint · Civic Center · 4 tips and reviews

Barbara S.Barbara Stephenson: Loved the spritz drink, burger and chicken sandos were great! Yummy homemade buns

Ben M.Ben Mackey: Cute place with a lovely outdoor space out the back. The food is a little overpriced for what you get, but the vibe is worth it.

Kraig P.Kraig Parkinson: Solid burger and chicken sandwich. The fries are good, but not spectacular. Sit in the garden.

Nojo Ramen Tavern is one of The 9 Best Places for Buns in Civic Center, San Francisco.

3. Nojo Ramen Tavern

8.7
231 Franklin St (at Linden St), San Francisco, CA
Ramen Restaurant · Civic Center · 120 tips and reviews

Eric P.Eric Pan: Lowkey delicious menu item: Teriyaki chicken bun. Trust.

PeggyPeggy: Try the chicken paitan ramen! I came in slightly skeptical of a non-pork-based broth, but it's so rich and delicious.

Craig S.Craig Shull: The bacon scallions are crazy good

Ananda Fuara is one of The 9 Best Places for Buns in Civic Center, San Francisco.

4. Ananda Fuara

1298 Market St (at Larkin St), San Francisco, CA
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · Civic Center · 89 tips and reviews

Steven W.Steven Wakuu: Absolutely delicious vegan food. Can't taste the difference with their soy nuggets and their samoas are HUGE (and spicy). Impossible burger was quite delicious (tip: default bun is sandwich bread)

Flora W.Flora Wiström: Vegan Sweet potato pecan cake is amazing

Juan A.Juan Arreguin: If you're here for the first time, you gotta do the initiation dance. You'll get a discount!

Hayes Valley Bakeworks is one of The 9 Best Places for Buns in Civic Center, San Francisco.

5. Hayes Valley Bakeworks

8.1
550 Gough St (btwn Fulton & Grove St), San Francisco, CA
Bakery · Civic Center · 23 tips and reviews

Dave Z.Dave Zissou: Maple bacon cinnamon rolls, why yes please.

Steve G.Steve Galgas: The pizza is really good here. A different style than most SF places- similar to Hot Lips in Portland, with unusual and delicious toppings.

Serious EatsSerious Eats: This cafe is partnered with local organization Toolworks to offer employment and job training to disabled, homeless, and at-risk individuals.

Zuni Café is one of The 9 Best Places for Buns in Civic Center, San Francisco.

6. Zuni Café

8.5
1658 Market St (at Rose St), San Francisco, CA
New American Restaurant · Civic Center · 318 tips and reviews

Jordan M.Jordan M: Get the roast chicken if you can handle the hour wait - otherwise go for the burger on a fluffy focaccia bun.

Allison K.Allison Kaminski: Salmon was awesome!! Wish we got the chicken!!!

EaterEater: Besides "the" chicken, Zuni's burger, Caesar salad and bloody Mary have all been called the best in the city. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.

SAMS American Eatery is one of The 9 Best Places for Buns in Civic Center, San Francisco.

7. SAMS American Eatery

7.4
1220 Market St (8th St), San Francisco, CA
Diner · Civic Center · 83 tips and reviews

Rajesh R.Rajesh Ramanan: Get the sliders... Cooked to a perfect medium rare, grilled onions, pillowy bun to soak up all the goodness. Served with fresh fries - tdf

Ericha F.Ericha Fabay: If you are in a rush to grab a bit to eat before a show at the Orpheum Theater, I highly recommend this restaurant. The Korean tacos and breakfast options are tops! They poached my eggs to perfection

Yesenia J.Yesenia Jimenez: The chicken fried steak is off the hook! :)

Asian Art Museum is one of The 9 Best Places for Buns in Civic Center, San Francisco.

8. Asian Art Museum

9.4
200 Larkin St (at McAllister St), San Francisco, CA
Art Museum · Civic Center · 111 tips and reviews

Monica K.Monica Kumar: Took the free tour of the Rama Epic Exhibition and it was very informative!

DoraDora: This is an official Nickelodeon Parents' Picks Award Nominee!Powered by ParentsConnect.com

Diem L.Diem Le: ASIAN ART MUSEUM: TARGET FIRST FREE SUNDAYSFree general admission on the first Sunday of every month and the family programs offered on that day—is made possible by Target. Admission is granted on

PLÄJ is one of The 9 Best Places for Buns in Civic Center, San Francisco.

9. PLÄJ

333 Fulton St (at Franklin), San Francisco, CA
Scandinavian Restaurant · Civic Center · 60 tips and reviews

Lauren H.Lauren H: White asparagus, potato dumplings, halibut, ox cheeks...and don't forget the Viking blod!

Meghana D.Meghana Dhar: Chocolate kladkakka...must order dessert (chocolate molten cake with hazelnut ice cream). Treadmill the next day.

K-Þórır D.K-Þórır D.: Unique (but nevertheless delicious) scandinavian-inspired restaurant in town.. Very decent cocktails & wine list by the glass. The scandinavian halibut with lemon verbena sabayon is succulent !