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Top 5 Places for Tapas in SF
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Top 5 Places for Tapas in SF

A tapa is a snack or small plate of appetizers served both hot and cold. It's great for a groups to share so that everyone can have a taste. Here are the best of San Francisco.

Tapas originated from Spanish cuisine, coming from the word tapar or to cover.  While many historical accounts explain it, we find that the idea of having a flat piece of bread to cover one’s wine glass at the bar is the best reason the name came about.  A tapa is a snack or small plate of appetizers served both hot and cold.  It’s great for a groups to share so that everyone can have a taste.  Here are the best of San Francisco.

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