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 A better latitude |
235 16th St San Francisco, CA 94107 United States +1 415 777 5558 |
This place is almost like a big garage, with floor-to-ceiling glass panels that open horizontally to an outdoor courtyard. There are plenty of tables for dining alfresco. The excellent food here is inspired by the 42 degree latitude on which the Mediterranean rests and includes fresh fish, bowls of marinated olives of many varieties, artisan cheese plates, and lots of fresh, crusty bread are served. The wine list is equal to the cuisine, both representing the many countries of this latitude and some evenings, live jazz is performed to complete your cultural immersion. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Simply Italian |
2355 Chestnut Street San Francisco, CA 94123 United States +1 415 771 2216 http://www.A16sf.com |
A16 brings you delicious and hospitable traditions of Campania, which is located in southern Italy. The menu features Wood Oven Fired Neapolitan Pizza, and other specialties, such as Pork Breast Braised with Olives, Herbs and Chestnuts. After you are done with the main course, try the lightly sweetened Ricotta Mousse with Walnuts and Dried Fruit for dessert. The well-chosen wine list, focused on Southern Italian varietals, is an essential part of A16 and adds up to your 'Italian' experience. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Locally Loved California Cuisine |
1722 Sacramento Street (near Polk Street) San Francisco, CA 94109 United States +1 415 567 5432 http://www.acquerello.com |
Locals come to this restaurant to enjoy meals that combine the best aspects of two worlds: Italian and Californian. The artful dishes, prepared with extra care and tender love, please the palate and sate an empty stomach. Start with Stuffed Carpaccio, an item often seen on Italian menus, or Confit of Chicken and Sauteed Greens. Pancetta-wrapped Turbans of Trout is a typical entree. If you find it difficult to choose from among the restaurant's 700 bottles of wine, the knowledgeable waitstaff is happy to suggest a selection sure to complement your food. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Truly Unique |
545 Francisco Street San Francisco, CA 94133-1803 United States +1 415 441 1040 http://www.albonarestaurant.com/ |
This is the only Istrian restaurant on the West Coast, making it a one-of-a-kind experience. Istrian cuisine is Italian food that is heavily influenced by flavors from the eastern region of Europe. It features seasonings such as cumin, paprika, pepper, cinnamon, saffron, and nutmeg. Owner/chef Bruno Viscovi has exported recipes from his homeland and his mother's kitchen to bring us wonderful dishes to savor. He prepares three different varieties of Risotto, one featuring portobello mushrooms, one saffron and smoked prosciutto, and one with seafood and mussels. To make the experience even more authentic, a regular change of wines are used to enhance his dishes. The exterior may be windowless, but inside it is warm and inviting. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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First on the wharf |
8 Fisherman's Wharf San Francisco, CA 94133 United States +1 415 673 0183 http://www.aliotos.com/ |
Fisherman Wharf's oldest restaurant began as a crab stand in 1920 serving seafood cocktails out of a paper cup. Today it is a successful fine seafood restaurant specializing in traditional Sicilian recipes. Sitting right on the water, it offers one of the best views of the Bay. The upstairs dining room offers an old-world charm and an award-winning wine list. The downstairs offers favorites that include the homemade seafood sausage, an exclusive Crab Cioppino and a rich Seafood Risotto. The Oysteria serves seafood cocktails, pizza, salads, soups and sandwiches. The service is great. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Plum-colored paradise on Russian Hill |
1701 Jones Street At Broadway San Francisco, CA 94109 United States +1 415 928 4002 http://www.allegroromano.com/ |
With bright plum-colored walls, dim lighting, and only twelve tables, this is a place that long-established patrons visit regularly for the delicious dishes and captivating view. Start with Bruschetta alla Toscana, made with slices of toasted Italiana bread topped with garlic and tomato, or try the Carpaccio, paper-thin slices of raw filet mignon with a hint of parmesan, fresh basil, capers, olive oil and lemon. The Gnocchi ai Quatro Formaggi is heaven served in cheese. The homemade tiny Potato Dumplings, served in a four-cheese sauce, are tiny puffs of flavor clouds that melt in your mouth. The meat entrees are just as desirable. Scotta Dita is a wonderful sliced rack of lamb grilled Roman-style and fit for a king or emperor - so is the service. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Order In with Style |
673 Geary Street at Jones Street San Francisco, CA 94102 United States +1 415 563 8192 http://www.ambassador415.com |
Forget calling in for pizza. Ever wanted to call in for a cocktail? At Ambassador you can relax in your seat and order your drink from the phones located inside the booths. This velvet-roped bar and lounge is located in the Tenderloin, providing a classy ambiance and terrific bottle service for private parties or just a lively Friday night scene. Modest dinner menu includes pasta entrees and meat dishes. DJs provide the mood if you feel like dancing. And if you want to ask someone in the next booth to join, you can always build up the guts to call them. The custom-made retro phones can be used to dial booth-to-booth or simply to order another round from the bar. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Italy in America |
8 Mission Street Hotel Vitale San Francisco, CA 94105 United States +1 415 278 3777 http://www.americanorestaurant... |
This restaurant serves Italian food created by the famous chef Paul Arenstam. All ingredients are fresh from the local Farmer's market. The owners have added a twist to this restaurant by including an aromatherapy garden near the already existing patio where you can lounge and have your drinks served to you. The restaurant and bar are world class and the décor uses nature woods and shades. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Crispy crust |
2033 Union Street San Francisco, CA 94123 United States +1 415 885 4500 |
For traditional, East Coast-style pizza, check out this pizzeria that cooks its pizza in a wood-burning brick oven so the crust comes out crisp, dark, and delicious. Enjoy it inside the traditional pizzeria with its even more traditional red-and-white checked tablecloths, or outside in the outdoor patio area. Pizza pies are named after famous East Coast cities. The Philly, for example, is topped with turkey sausage, sauteed onions and roasted bell peppers. Other popular varieties include the Greek Isle (sun-dried tomatoes, artichoke hearts, feta and mozzarella cheese). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Italian charm |
621 Bridgeway San Francisco, CA 94965 United States +1 415 331 5225 http://www.angelinorestaurant.com |
If you've never had the opportunity to try Italian Southern fare, then Angelina is your answer. It also happens to be the only restaurant in the region that serves Southern Italian fare but that's not its claim to fame. Delicious food is. The menu is a glimpse into the food habits of local Italians from the exotic (Tagliatelle Nere Con Gamberetti - Black tagliatelle with shrimp in a fresh tomato sauce) to the hearty - Veal with tomatoes, garlic, olive oil and oregano, the offerings are filled with pleasant surprises. All will impress and Angelina will soon be on your favorite restaurants list. They also serve the traditional Sambuca and a house Grappa. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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An intimate bistro |
2400 Polk Street (At the corner of Union Street) San Francisco, CA 94109 United States +1 415 928 5797 http://www.anticasf.com/ |
For a mood-enhancing dining experience that will not max out your credit card, come to this romantic hideaway. The interior features polished dark wood floors and crystal chandeliers. The wait staff is friendly and discreet. If you are very hungry, order pasta as a first course. All the choices are delicious. As a main course, treat yourself to a Venison Steak. Dinner here should run from $25-40 per person, depending on whether you order a pasta course. The wine list is servicable with a nice selection of California vintages. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Rustic Italian dining |
1434 18th Street (at the corner of Connecticut Avenue) San Francisco, CA 94107 United States +1 415 252 1625 http://apertosf.com/ |
This quaint Potrero Hill establishment is the perfect place for an intimate dinner for two. Come early, the restaurant does not accept reservations and the dinner hour can be crowded. The menu is a sampling of traditional Italian dishes with a twist. Vegetables, salads, and antipasto are offered as appetizers. Lunch and dinner items include a variety of pastas and a few fish and meat choices. The house specialty is the pasta and you will not be dissapointed in any liguini, tortellini or spaghetti dish you chose. The wine list is limited, but certainly respectable for this small restaurant. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Return to NYC |
509 Valencia Street (between 16th & 17th Streets) San Francisco, CA 94114 United States + 1 415 255 1303 |
Are you an east coast transplant who needs proof that there is good pizza in San Francisco, or do you just really like a good slice? Arinell will deliver either way with its high quality mozzarella cheese, crispy thin crusts, and hearty Sicilian slices. It's small interior and its tendency to be crowded means it's no dating spot, but as long as your mind is on the food, which it should be, you probably won't notice. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Coiffed cappuccinos and styled paninis |
1 Grant Avenue (at the corner of O'Farrell Street) San Francisco, CA 94102 United States +1 415 677 9010 |
Admidst silk and embroidered finery, sits an authentic Italian cafe where one can order pizzas, paninis, soup, and pastas. The attentive waitstaff, decked out in black Giorgio (that Giorgio) creations, cheerfully whips up drinks and takes your order. The menu features Proscuitto e Fruita, Prosciuitto de Parma with seasonal fruit. Pizzas, such as the Ligure, which is prepared with black olives, caramelized onions, sundried tomatoes and goat cheese, are prepared right in front of you. And what better way to chew over the idea of dropping an easy $1,000 on an outfit than over a sumptuous Creme Brulee and cappuccino. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Great scene |
487 Seaport Court San Francisco, CA 94063 United States +1 650 568 0211 http://bellarestaurant.com/ |
Housed in a splendid vintage house topped with a whimsical cupola, this upscale Italian restaurant features delicious fresh seafood and first-quality cuts of beef cooked to order. In the spacious dining rooms, crowds of professionals enjoy Blue Point Oysters on the Half Shell, tasty Calamari Steak Parmagiana, expertly seasoned roast chicken on a bed of creamy risotto, and a host of other well-executed dishes including seasonal pasta and gnocchi selections. The wine list features excellent California vintages. Service is personable and efficient. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Classic Italian cuisine and charm |
2162 Larkin Street (at the corner of Green Street) San Francisco, CA 94109 United States +1 415 447 0441 |
This restaurant embodies the classic, understated yet sophisticated tastes of its clientele. Large windows invite people into cool, sage green and cream-colored walls. Framed pictures from the old country hang on the walls while a red velvet runner floats in the air above. It prepares fresh homemade pasta daily and incorporates exotic flavors. Linguine Nere, which is homemade squid ink linguine with mussels, clams, calamari and shrimp in a white wine sauce, while Zucca e Funghi is homemade pumpkin dumplings prepared with shiitake mushrooms in a gorgonzola cream sauce. Reasonably priced appetizers, Popletti di Granchio, Italian-styled Dungeness Crab cake on top of mixed greens and an affordable selection of Italian and Californian wines. The service is excellent. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Gourmet Italiano |
945 Cole Street San Francisco, CA 94117 United States +1 415 731 1343 http://www.bambinosristorante.... |
Serving gourmet Italian food in trendy Cole Valley, this place has a nice selection of pastas, meat entrees, pizzas, calzones, and sandwiches. The interior is warm and inviting. The aroma of fresh garlic and bread will stimulate even the weakest appetite. The imaginative menu includes deliciously rich Roasted Garlic and Brie, a pear, pecan and cambozola salad with orange vinaigrette and several specialty pasta dishes. Entrees feature three free-range chicken delicacies. The selection of vegetarian pasta is superb; try the Spicy Linguine with Sun-dried Tomatoes, Spinach and Mushrooms. A luscious Smoked Salmon and Goat Cheese Sandwich served on foccacia bread (with fries or salad) is a nice lunch treat. A full selection of beers and Italian and California wines are available to complement your meal. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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East Bay Elegance |
3853, Piedmont Avenue San Francisco, CA 94611 United States +1 510 655 6004 http://www.baywolf.com/ |
Bay Wolf has been a destination restaurant in the East Bay for over twenty years. It draws a loyal crowd of discerning businesspeople, artists, and food lovers that can count on Bay Wolf's consistent and impeccable service, elegant ambiance, and inspired dishes. Tastefully understated decor complements the unpretentious yet exotic cuisine. The knowledgeable staff will help you find the perfect wine pairing from their formidable wine list. If you haven't already experienced this classic, it's time to make a reservation. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Great selection |
4124 Geary Boulevard San Francisco, CA 94118 United States +1 415 668 4150 |
If you just cannot decide on a type of cuisine you are in the mood for, then this is the spot for you. Seeing Spanikopita and Tortellini on the same menu offers its own unique charm. This casual eatery, done up in a classic Italian restaurant motif, has Pan-Mediterranean offerings to go with its delightful selection of pizzas. The pizza crust is not too thick, not too thin and you can choose from a variety of toppings to top your pie. In addition, there are pasta dishes done to perfection, steaks cooked to order and even English-style fish and chips. The crowd is mostly locals, students and families. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Pasta Place! |
3854 Geary Boulevard San Francisco, CA 94118 United States +1 415 221 0305 http://www.bellatrattoria.com/ |
Bella Trattoria Italiana is just the place for pasta lovers. Stop by and enjoy homemade pasta in a neat, golden-beige ambience while you listen to some jazz music. Little wonder then, that the San Francisco Chronicle featured Bella Trattoria in its list of San Francisco's Top 10 Trattorias. The Italian menu includes lip-smacking delicacies, such as Insalata di Cesare, Spaghetti Pomodoro, Sorrentina, Pesce Spada and more. You could host your private parties at here too. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Showing their colors |
478 Green Street (at the corner of Grant Street) San Francisco, CA 94133 United States +1 415 981 2044 http://boccecafe.com/ |
The decor is upscale rustic Italian with an expansive, flower-filled patio that has covered seating for those dining on delicious, authentically prepared pastas, veal, and seafood dishes. Vegetarians are easily accommodated here with either the vegetarian version of the hearty house lasagna or the toothsome pastas topped with meat-free sauces. The service is quick and personable for the crowd of upscale regulars and tourists. Live music plays nightly from 7p on Tuesdays through Saturdays. The wine list features Italian imports and a few California vintages with a good bottle starting at $9. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Roman trattoria in the Marina |
2223 Union Street San Francisco, CA 94123 United States +1 415 929 0407 |
It is always a joy to find a restaurant that offers consistently delicious food in a comfortable setting for low prices. No wonder then that people have begun flocking to this tiny Roman-style eatery in the Marina. Appetizers (or antipasto according to the menu) include such favorites as Mozzarella Caprese and Carpaccio). Entrees are authentic Italian favorites such as Pollo al Porcini (chicken with mushrooms,) and Lombata Di Vitello (grilled veal chops). The service is terrific. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fine Italian Cuisine |
88 Belden Place San Francisco, CA 94104 United States +1 415 593 8000 |
The brick walls, paintings, and decor make Brindisi, an Italian restaurant a hip and modern feel. Both friendly and romantic, it is a superb spot for meeting a friend, date or business client. Extra tender fried Calamari is a favorite dish as well as the rich dark chocolate desserts. Dine inside or outside on quaint patio tables, along Belden Place. Service at Brindisi is prompt and gracious, giving this restaurant a charming reputation. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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1950s panache |
855 Howard Street San Francisco, CA 94103 United States +1 415 543 7673 http://www.bucadibeppo.com/ |
The enormous neon sign shows Chianti ebulliently spilling into an oversized glass. Its 1950s flavor applies to the decor inside, too. Italian and Italian-American pop culture artifacts are scattered everywhere. Note the so-called Pope's table, featuring a bust of John Paul II. The food is hearty and served family-style in enormous portions to local professionals, students and tourists. There is nothing gourmet per se on the menu, but the Spaghetti, Ravioli, Lasagna, Scampi and various incarnations of Parmagiana (veal, eggplant, chicken) are made with care and are delicious. The wine list has a few Chiantis. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Relax and unwind |
6121 Hollis Street San Francisco, CA 94608 United States +1 510 547 4725 http://www.buccis.com/ |
Twenty- and thirty-somethings from nearby firms come here for a casual meal and a place to unwind. The decor is retro '70s and the food is standard Italian restaurant fare, but done with a welcome upscale, California Cuisine touch. Only the freshest, seasonal ingredients go into the polenta, pasta and gnocchi dishes that change daily. The pizza, served from 9:30p-10:30p. Monday-Saturday is also popular with those looking for a quick bite after work. The service is informal but efficient and the wine list has a good selection of Italian and California vintages starting at $7 a bottle. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Italian delight |
1332, Park Street San Francisco, CA 94501 United States +1 510 769 4828 http://www.ceraunavolta.us |
C'era Una Volta is perfect if you're looking for a trendy place for a hearty meal. Word is that the service can be a little slow and unfriendly, but don't let this dampen your spirit. The food is fresh, presentable and reasonably priced; especially the gnocchi in meat chianti sauce and Ravioli del Mare, which are recommended. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Local Italian favorite |
2299 Powell Street (at the corner of Bay and Powell) San Francisco, CA 94133 United States +1 415 989 6000 http://www.themenupage.com/cae... |
This old-fashioned Italian restaurant with the motto 'Where the Italians eat' is a North Beach institution. Since 1956, this family friendly establishment has been serving traditional cuisine like homemade ravioli, Veal Parmesan, steak and pork chops. Not much has changed here since the 50s. You will enjoy an old-fashioned meal in an old-fashioned atmosphere. For dessert both the Tiramisu and the Cheesecake is divine. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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It's all in the family |
11, G Street San Francisco, CA 94901 United States +1 415 453 6427 http://www.cafearrivedercirest... |
A relaxed family dining experience is what sets apart this otherwise mediocre place. Family owned and run, the staff is friendly and makes one feel at home. The food is wholesome but somehow lacks authentic Italian flavors. Penne with vodka sauce and seafood fettucini are worth trying. Portions are generous making it a great place for group dining. Good place to go with family and kids. Parties and events may be organized in the private dining rooms. Pre-event food and wine tasting sessions ensure you know what you're gonna get. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Gourmet, here or to go |
480 Sutter Street Crown Plaza Hotel San Francisco, CA 94108 United States +1 415 398 8900 http://cpsanfrancisco-unionsqu... |
This Italian deli makes gourmet eating easy, whether it is a quick downtown lunch or great meal at home. The dining area is sleek and ultra modern, predominately in black and white. At lunch try an Italian sandwich or pizza while sitting outside on the patio. House specialities include juicy Rotisserie Chicken, hearty lasagna, and a delectable Chestnut Mousse that is a must-try. In the evenings it provides a unique service, call ahead with your order and when you pull up to the white curb in front of the restaurant, a waiter will bring it right to you. You don't even have to turn off your engine. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Southern Italian delights |
1219 Burlingame Avenue San Francisco, CA 94010 United States +1 650 347 3035 |
Southern Italian cuisine stars here, spicy and garlicky in a seasonal menu of hearty pasta and gnocchi dishes topped with well-executed sauces. You will also find fresh fish dishes, wonderful Osso Buco and an equally succulent roast chicken, delicately flavored with rosemary. The decor is casual chic, with upscale locals seated amid trompe d'oeil grapevines with Puccini or Verdi playing in the background as the professional and personable wait staff dash about. The wine list is good, showcasing California vintages and a few Italian imports. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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First class production |
916 Kearny Street (at Columbus) San Francisco, CA 94133 United States +1 415 291 1700 http://www.cafecoppola.com/ |
In the shadow of The City's imposing Transamerica Pyramid, you will find Francis Ford Coppola's latest production. The cafe is a showcase for the fine wines produced by the Niebaum-Coppola vineyard in the North Bay, showcasing them in the way that wine is meant to be enjoyed, with fine food that is exquisitely prepared and presented. The cuisine is Italian (but of course) that uses the freshest and finest ingredients available. The pasta selection, made with Mr. Coppola's own brand, includes Penne Al Tonno, a mix of spicy tomato sauce and house-cured tuna. Sunday brunch features frittatas, omelettes, and Muffulatas, the Italian-by-way-of-New Orleans sandwich that serves two easily. The wine list has the best of the Coppola vineyards in all price ranges. The ambience is West Coast casual with an elegance that befits the setting, the landmark Columbus Tower Building with its baroque take on post-Earthquake opulence. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sidewalk cafe |
2455 Mason Street (between Bay and North Point streets) San Francisco, CA 94133 United States +1 415 561 1111 http://www.cafepescatore.com/ |
This Italian cafe is a great place to eat lunch at Fisherman's Wharf. Enjoy the fresh seafood dishes for which San Francisco is famous. This is a casual cafe with large windows providing a picturesque view of the Wharf foot traffic. The decor sticks with a nautical theme with carved wooden ships hanging from the ceiling. An open kitchen showcases a wood-burning pizza oven. On the menu is wood-oven baked pizza, pasta, fish, meat and poultry off the grill. Try the Steamed Mussels, Grilled Herbed pressed Swordfish or Pan-Roasted Salmon. The family-friendly restaurant also offers a children's menu. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Classically inspired |
28 Belden Place San Francisco, CA 94104 United States +1 415 421 7044 http://www.cafetiramisu.com/ |
The murals at this bistro-style spot depict the doomed city of Pompeii, but the food served is from Northern Italy and it is anything but a disaster. Wonderful cream sauces gently bathe linguine. Homemade Ravioli has a hint of truffle. There are a few tables inside, but on a warm day, there is no better place for the well-heeled patrons to sit than at a sidewalk table. The service is Old World charming and efficient. The wine list is small, but has some lovely California and Italian vintages. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Great export |
817 Washington Street San Francisco, CA 94607 United States +1 510 271 7965 http://www.cafe817.com |
Sandro Rossi, proprietor of this gem, modeled this cafe on the cafes and bars of his native Italy. The food is authentic, with a California Cuisine flair, but the decor is strictly post-modern chic with a soaring ceiling and clean lines. You can breakfast on hearty Polenta And Poached Eggs, or for lunch nibble on a Grilled Portobello Mushroom Sandwich stacked with spinach, mushrooms and spiked with blue cheese. The pasta menu changes seasonally as do the salad offerings. A tempting variety of pastries can be had while sipping a perfectly brewed Latte and chatting with the personable counter staff. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Genteel bohemian |
300 Precita Street San Francisco, CA 94110-4725 United States +1 415 285 6005 http://www.caffecozzolino1.ypg... |
An air of French Bohemia circa 1890, pervades this cozy cafe in the heart of the Mission arts district. Artists, art students, and art aficionados flock here for a quick and tasty panini sandwich and house-made soup, or to linger over huge plates of delicious Pasta or Grilled Fish ordered from the seasonal menu. The walls are full or artwork done by locals, brightly illuminated with the light that the Edwardian storefront's huge windows lets in. The mood is unhurried for the most part, though it can get a bit hectic at peak meal hours. The wait staff is personable and efficient. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Popular cafe near the opera |
395 Hayes Street (between Franklin and Gough streets) San Francisco, CA 94102 United States +1 415 252 1110 http://caffedelle.ypguides.net/ |
This is a very popular Italian restaurant that caters to an upscale crowd who enjoy its rustic ambiance and affordable Tuscan cuisine. The dining room is reminiscent of an Italian deli with wine bottles, pasta boxes and olive oil serving as decorations. The menu features beautifully presented Tuscan dishes prepared by a first-class chef. Enjoy appetizers such as Cipollata (toasted eggplant, caramelized onions, feta and capers) and entrees like Roasted Pumpkin Manicotti with sage-infused butter and Roasted Salmon Cannelloni with fresh tomatoes and basil. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Like home, but better |
124 Columbus Avenue (at the corner of Jackson Street) San Francisco, CA 94133 United States +1 415 217 8400 http://www.caffemacaroni.com/ |
This North Beach favorite offers little space, but a lot of great Italian food. The cozy little cafe is very small but possesses the charm of pasta on the ceiling. The staff is welcoming and limited outdoor seating is available. Considering the cafe's size, the menu is surprisingly vast, filled with Southern Italian cuisine. You might try the Penne in a Spicy Tomato and Basil Sauce, the Gnocchi in Gorgonzola, or the Spinach and Cheese Ravioli in the Wild Mushroom Sauce. The wine list is rather extensive, filled with many Italian and California wines (prices vary, but $15 will buy a good bottle). If you prefer a coffee beverage perhaps, there are also lattes, espressos and cappuccinos on the menu. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Classic North Beach |
1600 Stockton Street San Francisco, CA 94133-3316 United States +1 415 391 1290 |
A bit of authentic North Beach ambiance is what you will find at this unpretentious spot. The decor is classic Italian restaurant, down to the checkered tablecloths, and so is the food which includes carefully prepared spaghetti, ravioli, lasagna as well as Osso Bucco and Scampi that is served up by a quick wait staff to tourists, yuppies and locals who have been coming here for more than twenty years. A substantial breakfast is served all day. The house coffee is made from beans roasted in-house and makes the visit worthwhile by itself. Sip some over an Italian pastry while you watch the passing parade. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sandwiches on the strip |
411 Columbus Avenue San Francisco, CA 94133 United States +1 415 989 7033 |
This North Beach cafe is named after legendary Italian opera composer Giacomo Puccini (Tosca, Madame Butterfly)who shares the same Italian hometown, Lucca, with the cafe's owner, Graziano Lucchese. The decor reflects the owner's admiration for this great composer and the business cards on the walls reflect local admiration for the cafe. Get food to go, eat inside, or enjoy your meal outside on the cafe's sidewalk seating. It is an affordable spot for a gourmet lunch with specialty sandwiches like Soppressata, a house-style salami. For dessert, the Italian Cheesecake is delicious. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A place for reverie |
790 Lombard Street San Francisco, CA 94133 United States +1 415 474 1222 |
This deliciously unpretentious spot is short on glitz but long on Old World charm. Pale walls and dark polished wood offer a quiet spot for a latte and a pastry while reading the paper or just daydreaming. The menu selection offers rich house-made soups and sandwiches piled high with first-quality ingredients, such as Parma Ham or imported mortadella. The crowd tends to be locals, some speaking quietly in Italian, as well as yuppies and students looking for a taste of the real North Beach. The wait staff is friendly and quick. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Unforgettable Sicilian ambiance |
574 Green Street (between Grant and Stockton streets) San Francisco, CA 94133 United States +1 415 981 1251 http://caffesport.ypguides.net/ |
This cafe is a popular North Beach establishment patronized by celebrities, tourists and locals. The restaurant is vibrant and artistic. Majolica tiles and brightly colored paint cover tables, benches and walls. Folklore-inspired knick-knacks hang to the left and to the right. It specializes in Sicilian cuisine with a variety of pasta and seafood dishes. The pasta is topped with gourmet goodies like Italian cheeses, shrimp, scallops, lobster, zucchini and garlic. With seafood stew, steamed mussels and chilled crab salad available, fish lovers will have a hard time deciding what to order. Cash payment only. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Elegant eatery |
1145 Market Street San Francisco, CA 94103-1546 United States +1 415 864 3333 |
Just sitting in this mahogany and marble jewel is a treat. To sip exquisite espresso at dawn or to dine on Focaccia and salad made with ruby-red ripe tomatoes and fresh mozzarella is heaven. The menu of light, Northern Italian fare changes seasonally, but you will always find pasta dishes and a nourishing minestrone for lunch as well as tiramisu and variety of pastries for dessertor mid-afternoon break. The service is impeccable, as such surroundings deserve. The wine list features Italian and California vintages. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Great pizza place |
430 Columbus Avenue (Between Green and Vallejo Streets) San Francisco, CA 94133 United States +1 415 397 3600 http://www.calzonesf.com/ |
From an inside or outside table, guests here can monitor goings-on in wild North Beach while dining on wood-fired pizzas or creative crepes. The atmosphere is relaxed, loud and happy. The crowd is made up of locals coming back for a great time and tourists wishing that this was their local trattoria. Signature items include (of course) enormous calzones, Wood-Fired Pizza, and Angel-Hair Pasta with assorted Shellfish. Dinner entrees cost $15-20. The wait staff is personable and quick. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Terrific quality |
3228 16th Street San Francisco, CA 94103 United States +1 415 861 3899 http://www.cantucciosf.com/ |
Sleek contemporary lines set the scene here for great Italian food with fans among upscale locals. The menu takes advantage of the latest culinary trends, with first-rate balsamic vinegars on your salad and lighter yet still flavorful sauces on your pasta. Entrees served up by the hip and efficient wait staff include fresh fish grilled with a cornucopia of expertly balanced spices and succulent Scampi. Try the tempting selection of Dolci that includes a creamy Tiramisu. There is a a wine selection that includes Italian and California vintages. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cozy and delicious |
310 Baldwin Street San Francisco, CA 94401 United States +1 650 348 2296 http://www.capellinis.com/ |
This bright and casual spot has a loyal following among local foodies for its authentic Northern Italian cuisine and its warm ambiance. The cozy setting of pale wood and crisp linen-topped tables offers, not surprisingly, an excellent selection of the eponymous pasta on the seasonal menu topped with expertly prepared and flavorful sauces. The veal dishes also earn rave reviews, whether in a Scaloppini or a hearty stew. You will also find fresh fish and poultry dishes cooked to perfection. The wine list offers a nice selection of mostly California vintages. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Trendy and great |
1120 Crane Street San Francisco, CA 94025 United States +1 650 322 1211 http://www.carpaccios.com |
Chic lines and warm earthtones make for classy decor at this trendy upscale spot. The food is equally trendy, but prepared with old-fashioned attention to detail and served by a well-trained wait staff. The house special, Carpaccio, is highly seasoned and made with melt-in-your-mouth tender beef. Other delights include a towering Caesar Salad, lemony Grilled Salmon with capers served with creamy risotto, as well as perfectly prepared pastas with a variety of sauces to satisfy both carnivores and vegetarians. The wine list is outstanding with domestic and imported vintages starting at $19 a bottle. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A star |
3347 Fillmore Street San Francisco, CA 94123 United States +1 415 928 1211 |
Local culinary star Charles Solomon presides at this chic spot that serves up Italian food with a French-inspired flair. The linen-topped tables are few, making for a cozy dining experience and insuring that reservations are absolutely necessary. The seasonal menu employs only the finest, freshest ingredients for the house-made pastas, fresh fish dishes, and rich meat and poultry entrees. Do not miss the medallions of veal in a meticulously prepared wine sauce. The wine list is outstanding with imported and domestic vintages. Servers are well-trained and unobtrusive. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Neighborhood Gourmet Comfort |
683 Chenery Street (at Diamond Street) San Francisco, CA 94131 United States +1 415 337 8537 http://www.chenerypark.com/ |
Continually singled out as one of San Francisco's best neighborhood restaurants, this off-the-beaten-path find has led locals to beat new paths straight into the charming neighborhood of Glen Park. The menu is a familiar but contemporary take on comfort food, some of which comes with an added dash of Southern flair. The gourmet macaroni and cheese is the talk of the town, the seafood gumbo is a hearty bowl of pure love, and the grilled lamb is without peer. Weekly specials include brisket, meatloaf, and "fried chicken and fixins". There is a full bar, an impressive wine list and a carefully chosen selection of draft beers (from such reputable micros as Anchor and Russian River). See website for full menu, weekly specials, kids night details and more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Authentic Italian Dining |
550 Washington Street San Francisco, CA 94101 United States +1 415 362 6012 http://www.chiaroscurosf.com/ |
Owned by a chef born and trained in Italy, Chiaroscuro strives to bring a genuine Italian experience to San Francisco's dining table. Offering a wide range of choices in antipasta, salads, pasta, seafood, steak, and chicken, you'll want to come back again and again. The staff is always full of smiles and makes you feel at home. The name Chiaroscuro refers to a contrast between light and dark, and the owner incorporates this theme into the restaurant, using dark tables and linens set against white concrete walls, seats and cushions. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Italian stew on Fisherman's Wharf |
400 Jefferson Street (corner of Jefferson and Leavenworth streets, Fisherman's Wharf) San Francisco, CA 94109 United States +1 415 775 9311 www.cioppinosf.com |
In Italian, cioppino means "stew." Not coincidentally, the house specialty is Cioppino, a seafood tomato stew with crabs, calamari, mussels and cod. The restaurant also serves a variety of pasta dishes including Crab Cancoli—pasta with crabmeat and blended cheeses. This third-generation family-owned restaurant offers both indoor and outdoor seating in full view of the San Francisco Bay. Reservations are recommended for dinner and on the weekends. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Truly Italiano |
355 El Camino Real San Francisco, CA 94030 United States +1 650 652 9655 |
This restaurant offers authentic Italian cuisine, with a touch of pure California bay charm. Regulars and locals make up most of the crowd, and the focus is definitely on the food, so it's fine if you're not wearing the best attire for once. The menu presents you with a variety of meat and seafood delicacies to choose from, try the Costatine di Agnello - lamb chops served with mashed potatoes and sautéed veggies. Although the restaurant offers a good wine list, get someone who knows which one would fairly complement your meal. Dining here is a homely, comfortable experience and worth all that money! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Charming and delicious |
5362 College Avenue San Francisco, CA 94618 United States +1 510 420 8822 http://www.cakesbycremedelacre... |
The attention to detail and the charming setting make this upscale spot one of the best places to sample an intriguing mix of Italian and French cuisine. Individual pizzas are popular with the local crowd of families, students and professional types who also enjoy pastas, and a hearty lamb stew that owes its inspiration to French country cooking. For dessert, try chocolate pizza or a selection from the tempting French desserts. The setting is a small gem of a home dating from the 1920s that features a patio with vine-covered walls. California, Italian and French vintages round out the wine list. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Spirited dining |
701 Columbus Avenue San Francisco, CA 94133-2701 United States +1 415 981 4664 |
Venetian-style cuisine is the specialty here and the decor reflects that city's Carnival festivities. Inside there is a cornucopia of colorful Italian art pieces that liven up the bright dining room tended by a personable and efficient wait staff. The menu is small, usually featuring fish and meat that are offered along with the antipasta, rich soups and crispy salads. The preparation of everything is vibrant, and the house-made breads and desserts are some of the finest to be found in the city. The wine list is small but select with Italian and California vintages. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Haute cuisine |
878 Santa Cruz Avenue San Francisco, CA 94025 United States +1 650 325 1588 http://www.dalbaffo.com/ |
This refined spot features excellent service and meticulously prepared, authentic Northern California cuisine that draws well-heeled foodies from all over the Bay Area. Dark wood, polished silver and crisp linens enhance the posh experience of perfectly broiled salmon, succulent Shrimp Scampi, as well as pasta, risotto and gnocchi dishes that raise that simple fare to ethereal heights of elegance. Dessert includes creamy Tiramisu and Torta di Ricotta. The wine list has been cited by The Wine Spectator for its excellence. You can also find an equally fine selection of liquers and single-malt scotches. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Seafood on Fisherman's Wharf |
Pier 39 (Fisherman's Wharf, upper level) San Francisco, CA 94119 United States +1 415 421 5778 http://www.pier39restaurants.c... |
Located on the second floor of the Pier, this restaurant offers a scenic view of the San Francisco Bay including the Alcatraz. Diners can enjoy a California wine bar with more than 120 local wine selections, a fireplace lounge and live piano music. Fresh fish and seafood are served daily, including Pistachio Halibut and Lobster, and Mushroom-Stuffed Ravioli. The restaurant also offers a range of lunch and dinner specials. Reservations are recommended on the weekends. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Delicious and airy |
901 A Street San Francisco, CA 94901 United States +1 415 454 8080 http://www.ildavide.net/ |
The dining room is done up in a color that is like nothing so much as the most delicate tomato cream sauce. An apt choice for a restaurant that turns out a superior one over its al dente pasta, but there are other delights, too. Fresh seafood is prepared well here, whether grilled with lemon and rosemary or bathed in a rich sauce and stuffed into temptingly plump ravioli. For fresh air without UV rays, there is patio seating under umbrellas and quick, personable service indoors and out. The wine list is good with excellent California selections. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Forget the name |
20050 San Pablo Avenue San Francisco, CA 94525 United States +1 510 787 3323 http://www.thedeadfish.com/ |
Strictly speaking, the name is accurate. It is what is served here. Still, you have to admire the moxie in choosing that particularly descriptive name. Concentrate, though, on the delicious Neapolitan-style cooking here from recipes handed down by the owner's grandmother. In addition to the terrific mussels, shellfish and fish dishes, find top quality prime rib and wonderful pastas. Specials change daily from the Broiled Halibut in Marinara Sauce to the hearty, house-made Cioppino. The service is warm and friendly for the popular favorite with locals and tourists. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Tiny Tuscan Favorite |
3621 18th Street (at Guerrero Street) San Francisco, CA 94110 United States +1 415 552 4055 http://www.delfinasf.com/ |
This place is tiny. It is very popular as well, which generally means it is packed and quite loud inside. Luckily, you will not need to say much except, "This is really good!" and "I would like another order of this," both of which can be conveyed with hand gestures and facial expressions. Seafood dishes are the highlights of the menu. So are the pastas, risottos and vegetarian specialties. Save room for dessert, which features the awe-inspiring Panna Cotta that is home made and is an almost religious experience. The service is terrific. See website for menus and more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Marina legend |
2234 Chestnut Street San Francisco, CA 94123 United States +1 415 567 6164 |
Since 1978, this narrow Italian restaurant has been treating the Marina district to homemade pastas and northern Italian cuisine. This small but homey restaurant with great service features an unassuming decor with plain walls and plastic checkerboard tablecloths. The menu consists of renowned pasta and meat dishes, thin crust pizzas, two daily specials, and a range of California and Italian wines ($10 and up). Try local favorites like Cannelloni Eduardo(chicken and veal stuffed homemade egg noodles in a tomato mushroom sauce), Fettuccine Carbonara, and the Homemade Tortellini with Meat Sauce, stuffed with veal, beef, ham and mortadella. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Pasta Plenty |
18, Virginia Street (between Mission & Coleridge Street) San Francisco, CA 94110 United States +1 415 206 2086 |
This local favorite combines Old World charm with all the hip panache one expects from the Mission. The place is dimly lit, with aprons festooning the walls a la great grandma's in Sicilia. When the dj spins on the weekends there is a distinctly San Franciscan vibe to it that really brings the crowds. The specialty here on the handwritten menu is spaghetti and meatballs, wash it down with wine or a 40oz of beer; I suggest the latter. Emmy's is very popular with the spaghetti eating crowd in the Mission and their policy is no reservations. It's strictly first come first serve, so get there early for a meal that is as filling as it is tasty. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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European Flair |
504 Broadway Street San Francisco, CA 94133 United States +1 415 982 6223 http://www.enricossf.com/ |
Located in North Beach, Enrico's is open for both lunch and dinner, and offers a full bar with lounge seating. A live jazz band and soft lighting adds an elegant touch to an updated 1930s setting. Dine on fresh Italian and Spanish cuisine and people watch outdoors on a heated patio. Known for their homemade pasta, Enrico's also offers appealing seafood entrees and various unique dishes, such as a Pear Pizza. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fresh Italian |
455 Magnolia Avenue San Francisco, CA 94939-2034 United States +1 415 924 3332 |
This tiny restaurant is a bit too minimalist in design to be called cozy, though the ambiance is welcoming and the service warm and friendly. The white-on-white decor makes a blank canvas of sorts for the delicious food that is Northern Italian by way of California. The menu, as is all but de rigeur in Marin, changes seasonally, but house-made pastas are always good and the specials, such as grilled sea bass and tortellini with Dungeness crab, are always available. The wine list is not large, but the selections show a flair for good wines as reasonable prices. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Dining on the Ligurian Coast |
3562, 18th Street San Francisco, CA 94110 United States +1 415 565 0360 |
Farina is an elegant little Italian restaurant in the Mission district. The Genoese chef brings authentic cuisine such as their pesto pasta and tortelloni with walnut sauce as well as meat and seafood dishes. Try out their Genoese foccacia with cheese as an appetizer. As they do not have their liquor license, there is no corkage fee, so bring your own bottle to accompany the meal. Valet parking is $8. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Family style |
1570 Stockton Street San Francisco, CA 94133 United States +1 415 392 8321 www.fazcatering.com/sun.htm |
The owner/chef of this delightful restaurant has been feeding the North Beach community for more than 35 years. He has made his own menu consisting of northern Italian classic recipes prepared fresh daily. A warm and inviting atmosphere complements the family-style cuisine. The decor is unfussy and the staff is delightful. House favorites include a Half-Chicken sauteed in White wine, seasonings and mushrooms, Fettuccine and Clams, Fettuccine with Prosciutto in a garlic cream sauce; and a mouth-watering Veal Parmesan. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A classic choice |
414 Columbus Avenue San Francisco, CA 94133 United States +1 415 398 1300 / +1 415 398 0751 http://www.figaroristorante.com/ |
You will find that this North Beach restaurant is a solid choice for a weekday lunch and dinner or a weekend brunch. This is quite a cozy, pleasant place to dine with elegant chandeliers giving off soft, romantic lighting. The menu includes Antipasti, Bruschetta and Calamari Fritta for starters. Pasta is home made daily in dishes like Penne in a spicy tomato sauce, Angel Hair with Arugula, sun dried tomatoes, garlic, hot pepper, and virgin olive oil, and Fettuccine with Porcini mushrooms in a cream sauce. The wine list features California and Italian selections. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Mountains of pasta |
5400 College Avenue San Francisco, CA 94618 United States +1 510 601 8646 |
This neighborhood favorite of students, yuppies and locals serves up heaping portions of pasta topped with a variety of well-made sauces from Fettuccine Alfredo to Tortellini al Pesto to Spaghetti Bolognese. It is not fancy, but it is all good, and served up by a friendly wait staff that is in perpetual motion. The space is tiny, only a handful of tables on a black and white checkerboard tile floor, but the windows are huge, the Italian posters are colorful and the lines move quickly if you have to wait. If you are in a hurry, take-out is a snap. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cozy dining |
624 Post Street San Francisco, CA 94109-8222 United States +1 415 928 2080 |
Old World charm prevails at this intimate spot with an inviting marble fireplace, intricately carved wood accents, and exquisite service from a well-trained and unobtrusive wait staff. Enjoy daily specials and regular menu items such as Sauteed Salmon on a bed of creamy Saffron Risotto, hearty medallions of beef in a meticulously prepared wine sauce as well as a seasonal variety of pastas. For dessert there are tempting offerings with a rich take on tiramisu as well as a decadent Chocolate Creme Brulee. The wine list is outstanding with vintages from Europe and California. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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One of the oldest traditions |
2237 Mason St San Francisco, CA 94133 United States +1 415 986 1886 http://www.fior.com/ |
This North Beach restaurant boasts that it is America's oldest Italian restaurant, established in 1886. The history is that it used to cater to brothel customers during the Gold Rush. Today, serving authentic Northern Italian cuisine in an elegant atmosphere. The service is impeccable. Oysters on the Half Shell, Lobster over Linguine, Broiled Swordfish with Sautéed Peppers, and Sautéed striped Bass with Sage and Pine nuts are just a small example of its seafood combinations. Rack of lamb, New York Steak, Veal Chops, Ravioli Stuffed with Pumpkin in Sage Sauce or Prosciutto in Meat Sauce; there are so many gourmet entrees that you might have a hard time deciding. The wine list is also extensive, with almost 100 selections. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Authentic award-winning Italian |
1429 Stockton Street (At the corner of Columbus Street) San Francisco, CA 94133 United States +1 415 392 8485 |
Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist Herb Caen loved this restaurant, restaurant critics love it and chances are, you will, too. The award winning pastas, delicious antipastos and succulent meat and fish dishes inspire visitors to come back again and again. The gnocchi, served with a variety of toppings, constantly wins awards from local publications. Other house specialties include Capon Stuffed with Fontina and Prosciutto and the wonderful Bistecca alla Fiorentina. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Wharf classic |
9 Fisherman's Wharf San Francisco, CA 94133 United States +1 415 673 7025 www.FishermensGrotto.com |
This Wharf legend has been serving classic fresh fish dishes to San Francisco tourists since 1935. Its attractions include unforgettable bay views, an old-fashioned Venetian style dining room, and a friendly atmosphere. The menu focuses on Italian dishes such as Spaghetti and Ravioli and fresh seafood dishes such as Pacific Red Snapper, Fish and Chips, Crab and Scallops. Try the New England Clam Chowder in a bread bowl, it is a local favorite enjoyed by many. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Delicious Seafood |
20840 Stevens Creek Boulevard San Francisco, CA 95014 United States +1 408 725 0188 http://www.fontanasitalian.com |
Fontana's Italian offers seafood, steaks, chicken as well as pastas; and to complement your entrees, there's a fine selection of California and Italian wines. All this can be enjoyed near the fountain or by the fire. While the Penne Calabrese or the Risotto Tarantina are delicious dinner options, Tiramisu and Bocce Ball make a fine end to a meal. If you're craving for this food but are too lazy to make to make a trip here, opt for the take-out facility instead. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Different flavours from Italy every month |
223 Corte Madera Town Center San Francisco, CA 94925 United States +1 415 927 4400 / +1 888 482 5426 http://www.ilfornaio.com/ |
From a bakery to a fancy restaurant, Il Fornaio has grown over the years. Visit this restaurant for a complete Italian dining experience. Open throughout the day, this place serves pastas, soups, salads, wood fired pizzas and lots more. Enjoy a scrumptious meal with a fine Italian wine. In its bid to promote a different region of Italy each month, food and wine hailing from that particular region is served at the restaurant through the month. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Different flavors from Italy every month |
327 Lorton Avenue 1 block North of Burlingame Avenue San Francisco, CA 94010 United States +1 650 375 8000 / +1 888 482 5426 http://www.ilfornaio.com/ |
From a bakery to a fancy restaurant, Il Fornaio has grown over the years. Visit this restaurant for a complete Italian dining experience. Open throughout the day, it serves pastas, soups, salads, wood fired pizzas and lots more. Enjoy a scrumptious meal with a fine Italian wine. In its bid to promote a different region of Italy each month, food and wine hailing from that particular region is served at the restaurant through the month. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Different flavors from Italy every month |
520 Cowper Street The Garden Court Hotel San Francisco, CA 94301 United States +1 650 853 3888 / +1 888 482 5426 http://www.ilfornaio.com/ |
From a bakery to a fancy restaurant, Il Fornaio has grown over the years. Visit this restaurant for a complete Italian dining experience. Open throughout the day, this place serves pastas, soups, salads, wood fired pizzas and lots more. Enjoy a scrumptious meal with a fine Italian wine. In its bid to promote a different region of Italy each month, food and wine hailing from that particular region is served at the restaurant through the month. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Different flavors from Italy every month |
1430 Mount Diablo Boulevard North Broadway San Francisco, CA 94596 United States +1 925 296 0100 / +1 888 482 5426 http://www.ilfornaio.com/ |
From a bakery to a fancy restaurant, Il Fornaio has grown over the years. Visit this restaurant for a complete Italian dining experience. Open throughout the day, this place serves pastas, soups, salads, wood fired pizzas and lots more. Enjoy a scrumptious meal with a fine Italian wine. In its bid to promote a different region of Italy each month, food and wine hailing from that particular region is served at the restaurant through the month. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Traditional goodness |
8520 Pardee Drive Hegenberger Road San Francisco, CA 94621 United States +1 510 569 0653 http://www.francescosrestauran... |
Italian pride is evident in the delicious Italian food that has been served up by the friendly wait staff here for more than 30 years. The upscale crowd is a mix of longtime regulars and people dropping in on their way to or from the neighborhing Oakland Airport or a game at the nearby Coliseum. In addition to the wonderful pastas and soups, you will find great steaks, flavorful seafood entrees, and omelettes. Try the delicately seasoned house special Prawns Parmagiana. The wine list has a nice selection of California and Italian vintages. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Italian classics |
939 West El Camino Real San Francisco, CA 94040 United States +1 650 967 5384 http://fjlmountainview.com/ |
That tantalizing aroma of sausages that greets you as you come through the door of this '50s diner isn't coming from just any links. These are the specialty of the house and made on site. There are spicy, sweet, and several other variations, each better than the last. They are found in the bountiful lasagna. You will also find Braised Lamb, Scampi and an excellent selection of pasta dishes, as well as great pizzas to enjoy in one of the cozy booths or on the brick-lined patio. The service is quick, which is good because this place can get very crowded with locals of all ages on weekends. Reservations are strongly recommended. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Not your usual floor show |
152 Shoreline Highway San Francisco, CA 94941 United States +1 415 289 5777 http://www.frantoio.com/ |
The food here is reason enough to make a visit, but for those who like a little education with their meal, from December to February you can watch what may become the very olive oil served with your meal made right before your eyes. The cold press is separated from the dining room by a plate glass window and watching olives undergo the hydraulic apotheosis into extra virgin oil is fascinating. The food is also good, with all the usual pasta favorites as well as Eggplant Parmigiana and some fish dishes that change according to the local catch. The service is homey, in keeping with the huge family crowd that this place attracts, and the portions are huge. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Pizza & beer |
1500 California Street (between Polk and Larkin streets) San Francisco, CA 94109 United States +1 415 928 1313 http://www.thefrontroomrestaur... |
This is a casual pizzeria with a sports bar ambiance mainly patronized by the neighborhood. Try the Chinese pizza topped with barbecue pork or the low-calorie pizza chased with a lite beer. Pizzas can be made with a thin crust or stuffed Chicago-style, both with homemade dough that is made fresh daily. Choose from a wide variety of standard topping plus less common toppings like feta cheese, corn, pine nuts, zucchini, baby clams, bay shrimp, avocados, and spinach. The menu highlights pizza but also offers sandwiches, burgers, dinner salads, appetizers, beef and poultry entrees, and plates of pasta. The service is great. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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California wine and pasta in the Castro |
469 Castro Street San Francisco, CA 94114 United States +1 415 863 1400 http://www.fuzio.com/ |
The rock-and-roll music playing in the background and the bright yellow- and red-painted walls give this restaurant a 1950s diner atmosphere. The menu offers pasta served with a sophisticated touch but with diner-style prices. Menu items include Caramelized Mushroom Linguine and Prawn Pomodoro. Do not miss the fabulous desserts including creamy and delicious gelato. The restaurant also features a full selection of California wines. The service is great. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Italian at Gambardella's |
1165 Merrill Street San Francisco, CA 94025 United States +1 650 323 6730 http://www.gambardellasrestaur... |
The cuisine at Gambardella's restaurant features fresh, locally grown ingredients prepared in modern combinations. The 80-seat restaurant has a pleasant decor - walls washed in golden tones and large arrangements of silk flowers. Gambardella's offers an admirable selection of starters like Calamari al positano. Pastas are made in-house and the list of entrees features chicken, veal and prawns. Try the expertly prepared Chicken Cacciatore for your main course and Chocolate Fango for dessert. An inventive cuisine and a casual atmosphere has given the restaurant its hard earned popularity. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Pizza 'til late |
4124 Geary Boulevard San Francisco, CA 94118 United States +1 415 668 7600 |
For a late-night appetite, this place offers a wide selection of pizzas, traditional Italian pastas, and submarine sandwiches. Prices are reasonable and the food is well prepared. Italian music, candles on simple tables, and cheerful waiters create a warm, inviting atmosphere. Although noisy when crowded, this is a great place for a group lunch, informal date, or family dinner. Choose from 40 toppings and three different sauces (house tomato-based, pesto, or garlic and butter) for your own pizza creation. The hand-spun dough can be ordered thin, thick or calzone style. Full pasta dinners with salad and bread are also available, and reasonably priced; there is also a limited selection of wine. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Pizza munchies |
942 Geneva Avenue San Francisco, CA 94112 United States +1 415 585 0600 |
This is a casual pizzeria where you might find students munching on Buffalo wings and garlic bread or a family of four enjoying an extra large cheese pizza. Kick back in an all-American pizza joint that is casual to the max and with service make you feel like one of the family. Best known for its pizza, the affordable pies are made with fresh homemade dough, Sicilian style sauce, and mozzarella cheese. Just as good are the traditional pasta dishes such as spaghetti with meatballs and dinner entrees such as Veal Parmigiana, New York steak, and barbecued pork ribs. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Family Inspired Cuisine |
2842 Diamond Street (at Kern and Wilder) San Francisco, CA 94131 United States +1 415 239 8500 http://www.gialina.com/ |
Inspired by chef and owner Sharon Ardiana's unique Italian family, Gialina sets itself apart by serving delicious, home-style Italian meals that come from the Emilia-Romagna area. Chef Ardiana has made it a goal to search for the freshest ingredients to put in her ever changing menu, one that she feels reflects the kinds of foods that she grew up on. The menu is simple, but the choices are exquisite. Options include daily roast specials and hot pizza pies such as a 3-cheese Margherita and Puttanesca, which is topped with anchovies, capers, chillies and herbs. And don't forget to check out their delectable dessert menu(but not until after your dinner!)It has a cute and cozy ambiance, which really makes you feel as if you were home. The wine list is good, the service is excellent, and the food is unbeatable. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sicilian greats |
127 Throckmorton Avenue San Francisco, CA 94941-1909 United States +1 415 388 0224 |
This cozy spot done up in the colors of the Italian flag has been attracting fans of Neopolitan cooking for almost forty years. The crowds of yuppies, dotcommers, and well-heeled retirees return again and again for the spicy Linguine with Clam Sauce, authentic Sicilian-style pizzas with wafer-thin crusts, and the warm, friendly service that has been the rule here from day one. The wine list is small, but strong on Italian vintages. An adjoining bar serves wine, beer and a fine selection of aperitifs. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Savory Slices, Salads, and Sides |
421, Bay St San Francisco, CA 94133 United States +1415 922 0202 http://www.ginospizzasf.com |
This traditional pizzeria opened its doors in 2002 and hasn't closed them since. Dine in and enjoy the classic atmosphere, or have it delivered at no charge ($10 min). Gino's serves up large portions of classic italian pastas, calzones, and salads, and offers small, medium, and large pizzas with toppings galore. If you're looking for simple, delicious dining at a great price (try their combos), mark down Gino's Pizza on your list. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Entertainment Dining |
300 Drakes Landing Road San Francisco, CA 94904 United States +1 415 925 0808 http://www.giorgiosrestaurant.com |
This upscale restaurant welcomes you with aromas of authentic Italian fare. Along with beautiful views of the bay, it also offers elegance through the warm tones of the decor. Choose to sit indoors or dine outdoors on the heated and covered terrace. While the list of entrees and appetisers is extensive and interesting, the dessert menu changes daily. Shows by talented artists are conducted every evening in the 300-capacity Drake Room and sometimes in the bar too. Giorgio's also boasts of a good wine collection. Reservations are necessary. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Famous roasted chicken! |
659 Union Street (between Powell and Stockton streets) San Francisco, CA 94133 United States +1 415 434 4472 |
Equally enjoyable to families, single individuals, or couples seeking a romantic meal this tiny, intimate little place has ambience created by soft lighting, lovely paintings on the walls, small tables pushed close together, and the pleasant din of contented diners. Locals, transplants, and visitors alike are found here. Gira's take-out and delivery services are as popular as dining in the restaurant itself and is probably the only thing that keeps the line to eat here from stretching around the block. Yes, the chicken is that good. There are several lovely starters. The Carciotie Pepe Rosso is a favorite consisting of a huge platter of fresh artichokes, roasted peppers, basil, toasted pine nuts and gorgonzola cheese. Available wines and chiantis make nice partners to any meal and start at $8. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sourdough crust |
300 Connecticut Street at 18th Street Potrero Hill San Francisco, CA 94107 United States +1 415 641 1440 http://www.goathillpizza.com/ |
Check out the local flavor, both the pizza and the art and memorabilia that hangs on the walls of this pleasant pizzeria. Live jazz plays on weekend nights. There is also historic neighborhood memorabilia. You will learn that Portrero Hill used to be called Goat Hill, hence the restaurant's name. The clientele is a classy crowd who returns for the sourdough pizza and the relaxing ambiance. Pizzas are made with a thin sourdough crust that is 100 percent San Francisco. Some of its more unusual fresh toppings include jalapenos, linguica, artichoke hearts, pesto, and sun-dried tomatoes. Non-dairy cheese is available on request. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A taste of Italy |
800 Taraval Street (between 18th and 19th avenues) San Francisco, CA 94116 United States +1 415 564 0401 http://goldmirrorrestaurant.com |
Over 30 years ago, Italian chef Giuseppe DiGrande came to the United States from Italy. He worked at a variety of five-star Italian restaurants before coming to this eatery. Fifteen years after that, this restaurant is cited as having some of the finest Italian food in The City. The name is not just a flight of fancy. On the wall hangs a beautiful gold mirror while the rest of the restaurant is more rustic than ornate. A cozy place to enjoy a meal, the menu is a smattering of fish, chicken, and pasta. Canneloni pasta is the house specialty. Other reccommended items include the Chicken Cacciatore and the Louisiana Jumbo Prawns. In addition, the restaurant boasts a large selection of California wines (prices vary, but a good bottle starts at $10). The service is great. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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North Beach favorite |
542 Green Street San Francisco, CA 94133-3921 United States +1 415 982 9738 |
There is no relation to the film starring William Holden and Barbara Stanwyck, though the no-frills atmosphere is not incompatible with the classic film about boxing. A few tables, a counter and pizza is all you will find here. Italian-speaking locals mix with people from all over who come here for slices or whole pies made with focaccia dough, thick and dripping with olive oil that makes a napkin required with every bite. The toppings are piled just as thick and are similarly, no frills. No goat cheese here, but you will find the classics, such as pepperoni, mushrooms and even pesto! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Pizza & gyros |
2448 Clement Street San Francisco, CA 94121 United States +1 415 387 0626 |
This casual and family-friendly restaurant specializes in both Greek and Italian food, yet the Greek cuisine gets overshadowed by its award-winning pizzas. Contemporary group atmosphere is featured here so bring the whole family. The interior is bright and airy with picture windows that look out onto Clement Street. It has been crowned no.1 two years in a row at the San Francisco Fairs Premier Pizza Contest, an event not short of competition. Some say it is the best because it uses handmade dough, whole milk mozzarella, and fresh gourmet toppings like prosciutto, pine nuts, provolone, feta, kalamata olives and clams. Other house specialties include Gyros, Greek and Italian entrees and daily specials. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Not the usual thing! |
637 Larkin Street At Ellis Street San Francisco, CA 94109 United States +1 415 775 5526 |
This restaurant offers a rare combination of Turkish, Greek, Italian and Mediterranean food. Right from the Kofte and Shish Kebabs to Falafel and Gyro sandwiches, every traditional delight is offered here. The prices are moderate and the service, efficient. If you're not sure what to pick, the friendly staff can help you out. The Rice Pudding dessert is to die for. So just order away and let those flavors burst onto your palate. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Homemade goodness |
2801 Leavenworth at Hyde Street San Francisco, CA 94109 United States +1 415 474 8240 http://www.trefratellisf.com/i... |
Just off the beaten path in Russian Hill lies this dining jewel, famous for fresh seafood and unforgettable pasta dishes. A neighborhood tradition since '79 offers welcoming service and fresh homemade pastas. This place is a warm and comfortable family-owned restaurant frequented by both locals and tourists. The atmosphere here is cozy, the decor pleasant and unfussy. Start out with the Crisp Bruschetta, followed by the Tortelloni al Carciofi, filled with smoked chicken in light cream sauce with artichokes, sundried tomato, prosciutto and broccoli, and top it all off with the Macedonia Fantasia, fruit over vanilla gelato, mango sorbet, and homemade biscotti. On the wine list, find a nice balance of Italian and California wines at prices that start at $11. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Pasta glorious pasta |
1550 Church Street San Francisco, CA 94131 United States +1 415 641 4500 http://incanto.biz/ |
Incanto serves Italian cuisine. The exciting (or irritating) part is that Chris Cosentino's menu changes often, offering seasonal foods and fruits, like Salty fish roe in summer. The specialties, such as Handkerchief pasta with Pork ragout are delicious and the Italian wine list adds a dash of inspiration to the meal. An average cost of a meal is about $14. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Contemporary Italian |
Park Boulevard, Highway 13 Montclair Hills San Francisco, CA 94611-2905 United States +1 510 482 8094 http://www.italiancolorsrestau... |
Is it a Tuscan farmhouse or a Southwestern hacienda? Tough call. The decor may be confused, but the food is not. It is hearty and well-prepared Northern Italian with a decidedly rustic slant. Herbed Roast Chicken and Marinated Pork Chops are top choices for the locals who come here, as is the Fish Stew made with the freshest ingredients. You fill also find house-made pastas with a choice of excellent sauces. The service is personable and quick. The wine list is good, featuring some nice Italian vintages. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Family style |
25 Russia Avenue San Francisco, CA 94112-2733 United States +1 415 585 8059 |
This charming spot not only offers the chance to absorb wonderful and authentic Italian food, it also offers the chance to absorb authentic Italian-American culture. The ambiance is more like a home than a restaurant, with fellow diners speaking Italian. The food is like home, too, with solid tasty fare served up in huge portions by a wait staff that has been around forever. Enjoy lasagna bursting with well-seasoned meat and three kinds of cheese or rich fettuccine Alfredo that has no regard for cholesterol counts. For dessert try the spumoni spiked with fruit and nuts. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Chic and trendy |
2506 Fillmore Street San Francisco, CA 94115-1319 United States +1 415 346 5288 |
Named for the intersection that it calls home, this casually chic spot attracts an upscale clientele that reflects its chi-chi neighborhood in decor and cuisine without throwing in a hipper-than-thou attitude. The space is small but the pale colors and warm welcome negate any feeling of claustrophobia as you enjoy memorable bruschettas, toothsome pasta dishes (the Pumpkin Ravioli, if available is a standout) and a wonderful chicken in wine sauce. Desserts include rich Gelati. The wine list is small, but there are some lovely Italian and California vintages. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Chic Italian |
300 Drake's Landing San Francisco, CA 94904 United States +1 415 925 0808 |
The peach walls, tile floors and bronze fixtures are more a California interpretation of a Tuscan villa than a reflection of the real thing, but it is still a lovely setting for this authentic Italian food described by Joe himself as hearty peasant fare. He is being modest. Quail with risotto and Maine lobster are a little too upscale to be described that way, but who cares? The food is excellent and so is the service that brings house-made pastas, Osso Bucco, and a Torta di Ricotta that is divine. A full bar and an outstanding wine list complete a terrific dining experience. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Old-fashioned & proud |
11 Glenwood Avenue San Francisco, CA 94015 United States +1 650 755 7400 http://www.joesofwestlake.com/ |
Family-owned since 1956, this Italian-American restaurant, is considered a Daly City institution. Order food to go then wait in the retro-ish cocktail lounge. On Wednesday through Sunday nights, watch live entertainment. San Franciscans and Peninsula residents continue to dine here year after year, be it because of the comfort food, the golden age decor that evokes its 50s past, or the courteous and professional service. Try house favorites like the New York Steak and Ravioli in a signature meat sauce, the Linguini with Clam Sauce, or the Roast Chicken and Risotto. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The other Telegraph Hill landmark |
1541 Montgomery Street At Union Street San Francisco, CA 94133 United States +1 415 392 2222 http://www.juliuscastle.com/ |
Built in 1922, this fanciful castle-as-restaurant was designed, not surprisingly, by an architect who moonlighted as a cartoonist, Louis Mastropasqua of La Vita Italiana. This crenellated edifice seems to hang like magic from its vantage point just below Telegraph Hill's other famous landmark, Coit Tower. It boasts one of the best views in The City. Enjoy Northern Italian cuisinse such as Wild Mushroom and Black Truffle Risotto followed by Pancetta Crusted Ahi Tuna and Seared Foie Gras with Asian-Pears and Oloroso Glaze. Everything is prepared with care and the service is impeccable in the elegant and romantic dining room that evokes the 1920s. The wine list is extensive and includes many imported and domestic vintages (prices vary). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Gorgeous interiors, excellent food |
221 Powell Street (Between Post and Sutter Streets) San Francisco, CA 94102 United States +1 415 397 7720 http://www.kuletos.com |
This longtime Union Square favorite serves up delicious homemade pastas and grilled fish, meat and poultry prepared in a style that is specific to Northern Italy. The prices range from $20-30 for dishes that will be expertly prepared and served up with panache by a professional and personable wait staffstaff. With marble floors, high ceilings and golden lighting, the ambiance combines elegance, style and comfort. Businesspeople, tourists and couples enjoy eating here. You will, too, once you sample the Chicken Marsala or Tortellini al Panna. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Enter Italy! |
1095 Rollins Road San Francisco, CA 94010 United States +1 650 342 4922 http://www.kuletostrattoria.com/ |
It doesn't get more Italian than this - an emphasis on fresh ingredients, truely Italian flavours and a relaxed ambience are Kuleto's attractions. The structure that houses the restaurant is even styled like an Italian Villa! Get a taste of Grilled Chicken Panini, Fettuccine Puttanesca, Grilled Pork Chop and more. The restaurant's Tuscan Wine Cellar Room and Piccolo Room are available for private parties; and from floral arrangements to catering, everything will be taken care of by the efficient staff. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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You are welcome |
185 University Avenue San Francisco, CA 94301 United States +1 650 321 3514 http://www.lavandarestaurant.com |
According to the Explore Magazine this place is "An ideal spot for after-work socializing". The welcoming ambience is complemented by bamboo flooring, dark wood furnishings and a granite bar. Executive Chef Clyde Greisbach makes some innovative alterations in the traditional regional recipes. The menu thus features dishes like Hummus Crostini and Fregola with spicy sausages. The wine list here has been recently bestowed the Wine Spectator's esteemed Award of Excellence – so go ahead and take your pick. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sardinia Comes to SF |
291 30th Street (At Church Street) San Francisco, CA 94131 United States +1 415 550 8114 http://www.laciccia.com/ |
This 40-seat neighborhood restaurant treats you to the flavors and traditions of the pretty Mediterranean island of Sardinia. Sample from a compelling array of dishes: the Baby Octopus Salad is a delight, the Zuchinni Soup with Mussels is without peer, and the lamb chops will bring tears of joy to your eyes. The individual pizzas are crispy, buttery little discs of perfection. The wine list is extensive and focuses exclusivley on regional products; the charming and dedicated wait staff will give you some expert tips if you have trouble deciding. Every day, in every way, La Ciccia truly brings the warmth of Sardinia to this foggy Bay Area neighborhood. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Slices & Pints |
4799 Telegraph Avenue (at 48th Street) San Francisco, CA 94609 United States +1 510 653 5350 http://www.lanesplitterpizza.com |
At this East Bay beer and pizza joint, located in Oakland's Temescal neighborhood, patrons feast on thin and crispy slices while watching the hustle and bustle of Telegraph Avenue right outside. The pies here are strictly New York style (some with names like "Herbivore" and "Garbage Pie"), and regulars will attest that Lanesplitter does it right. Plenty of tables and a ton of barstools mean there's almost always a spot for you. Six-foot picture windows all the way around the space afford diners a panoramic view and plenty of sunshine on a lazy afternoon. Round out your meal with a value-priced pitcher of one of the more than a dozen locally produced microbrews (including Anchor Brewing's Liberty Ale, a favorite among regulars). See website for menu and Berkeley location info. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Italian Lantern! |
180 West 25th Avenue San Francisco, CA 94403 United States +1 650 341 8877 http://www.la-lanterna-sm.com/ |
Situated in the mid-peninsula region, La Lanterna has been a favourite amongst both locals and tourists alike. It serves traditional Italian delicacies, such as Penne Picatta, Lombata Di Majale and Sole Almendin. Cabernet, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot noir and many more, complete the wine list. Also, you could plan your special occasions and business meetings here - the private room can hold up to 25 persons. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Italian staple |
1700 Stockton Street San Francisco, CA 94133 United States +1 415 421 3786 |
This is a genuine North Beach institution. Generations of locals have stopped by the vintage counter to buy the generous authentic slices of focaccia topped with tomato or onion to eat right away or save for a hearty and tasty lunch. The place is not fancy, but that has not stopped the steady stream of tourists who have joined the line of locals that forms daily as soon as the doors open. Only focaccia is sold here and when the day's freshly baked stock runs out, the doors close for the day. Arrive early so that you will not be disappointed. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Tastebud Pleasing 5-Star Pizza |
846 Divisadero Street (at Fulton Street) San Francisco, CA 94117 United States +1 415 441 1118 http://www.littlestarpizza.com... |
Got a craving for some authentic Chicago crust pizza? This hip, fresh joint has food of tantalizing taste to satisfy even the most jaded pizza enthusiast. Try the Mediterranean Chicken Pizza, with, you guessed it, chicken breast, generously sprinkled with artichoke hearts, bell peppers, olives, onions and feta cheese. Or try the Vegetarian Pizza, which will have you converted in no time. Little Star also offers thin crusts, which are honestly just as good as the incredibly taste-infused deep dishes for which they are famous. With minimalist decor and a blaring jukebox to boot, Little Star will have you hooked. There is another location in the Mission District. Cash only! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Old World in the Marina |
2120 Chestnut Street San Francisco, CA 94123-2756 United States +1 415 921 7873 http://www.luccadeli.com/ |
This place has been in business since 1929 and the narrow linoleum floors, a counter that runs the length of the store, and the shelves stocked floor-to-ceiling with a cornucopia of delicious Italian foods have not changed much since then. Still run by the Bosco family, it is always stocked with hand-rolled ravioli, a locally famous spinach frittata, and a variety of house-made pasta sauces available by the pint. The selection of imported Italian cheese an |