RESTAURANTS • The Nines
Xica (Levi’s Plaza), Latin-inspired, gluten-free tucked between palm trees and massive fountain
Hog Island Oyster Co. (Ferry Building), Tomales Bay oysters, side of fries & glass of wine steps from the Bay; bring a jacket
Chotto Matte (Union Square), over-the-top Japanese/Peruvian chain’s second U.S. location with vast terrace