Although it might be best known as a watering hole for the stylish downtown set, Taverna Aventine is also one of those places to eat in San Francisco that is sophisticated and good for a small lunchtime bite to eat. Chef Dave Faro has put together a list of salads and superior sandwiches, such as the already-classic milk-braised pork shoulder with fontina, mustard, and pickled veggies, or olive oil-poached chicken with pancetta, goat cheese, and piquillo peppers. There’s also a menu of bar bites served until 8pm, should you come to check out the happening after-work scene at Aventine: oysters with tomato mignonette, artisan-made salumi, tuna tartare, and more. After a long day of wandering the city, food like this make any cocktail taste that much more deserved.