San Francisco may not have new restaurants in contention for the James Beard Foundation Restaurant and Chef Awards this year, but several esteemed local chefs and one beverage professional are among the finalists. Stuart Brioza and Nicole Krasinski, previous winners, compete for Outstanding Restaurateur, showcasing their acclaimed Michelin-starred restaurants. Additionally, Richard Lee of Saison and Kosuke Tada of Mijote are nominated for Best Chef: California. Jacob Brown's nomination for Outstanding Professional in Beverage Service highlights the city’s culinary prowess, even as it lacks representatives in major national categories like Outstanding Restaurant.
This year, longtime San Francisco food stars Stuart Brioza and Nicole Krasinski are finalists for the Outstanding Restaurateur category at the James Beard Awards, showcasing their impact on the dining scene.
Despite not having any new restaurant contenders, San Francisco chefs like Richard Lee and Jacob Brown highlight the city's culinary talent at the 2025 James Beard Foundation Restaurant and Chef Awards.
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