acquerello was an insane experience. as a 2 michelin star restaurant, i would expect nothing less, especially for what you are paying. from the moment you walk in the door, the service you receive is unmatched. there was one server who did forget a severe food allergy in my party which i did note clearly on the reservation. however, other than that, service was great. all of the food was phenomenal, with some appetizers and desserts coming out before and after the 4-course meal ($165). every bite had so many different flavors and textures - it truly was such a culinary experience. my favorite dishes were the pre-menu appetizers (amuse bouche), stracciatella appetizer, beet appetizer, mezzelune, and all of the desserts. the restaurant is quite small and the service is very attentive. i would come back again for a very special occasion. i would definitely recommend acquerello. read more

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Amazing service amazing food gorgeous building. The staff there was beyond fantastic. I've never experienced hospitality. I enjoyed the tasting menu and the accompanying wines. Overall, one of the best experiences of my life. Highly highly recommend if you're looking to impress or just be absolutely fascinating how good a restaurant can be read more

Two star Michelin been on my list for a while. Finally tried it. They also have a vegetarian menu which was creative and artistic. The food was good..well done traditional food. It reminded me of Gary Dankos but a fancier version. The service was great. The timing and the delivery was like a practice of art. I will say the experience definitely caters to the more refined experienced palate. All in all a good experience. My favorite was the foie gras truffle pasta. Make sure you dress classy bc you that's def part of the experience I would say. Glad I tried it. read more

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Luckily made a reservation on the Eve of our 25th anniversary for 5:45 PM Halloween night and spent 3 hrs. being treated as family by exquisite hospitality, dining and service! Top end wine/beer recommendations from Anka our sommelier as Leslie our lead server guided us through the ten dishes from appetizers, seafood, pasta, fowl and meat onto dessert and cappuccino ! A parting gift of chocolates and biscotti to enjoy and remember an incredible evening of the finest dining experience ! Obviously, we're going back each anniversary and bringing friends and loved ones, too. Wonderful. Thanks read more

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We were here for Saturday night dinner. We were lucky to find parking right in front of the restaurant. The restaurant has an upscale yet cozy ambiance. Service was quite attentive as you would expect from a restaurant of this caliber. Maitre d' presented every dish with finesse, great detail and answered all our questions about each dish. Both a tasting of vegetables and seasonal tasting menus were 9 course menus with additional tray of treats, ending coffee and biscotti. They were quite filling. Personally for me, so much so that I felt that I ate too much. Because of the dim lighting, I couldn't see the vibrant colors of the vegetable tasting menu but I believe every dish still looked absolutely stunning. Pinzimonio looked great and tasted really good overall but there was a bitter aftertaste. Strawberry sorbet was the absolute hero of the menu. I felt the dishes were good individually but didn't flow that well. Didn't feel like a progressive meal. I definitely missed acid. Seasonal tasting menu was good. I do wish some of the dishes were a little more substantial. Hiramasa felt a little lacking. Ribeye felt disconnected. Ridged pasta with faux foie gras was amazing. Good progression to the meal. Overall, it was a good meal. Nothing was anything but spectacular. At the same time, we didn't walk away with a renewed sense of what food could be and endless possibilities with the flavors of the world. We definitely hope to visit again. PS : I would point out though that there was a fly that kept landing on my side of the table. I wouldn't expect a fly at any restaurant, definitely not an upscale restaurant. read more

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I came here to celebrate my best friend's birthday. The attentiveness of the staff made us feel so warm and welcomed. The tasting menu was phenomenal. There was an option to add the caviar service but we opted not to. We started off with a sparkling rose and it was delicious. We had some surprise dishes that weren't on the menu. The tasting menu is extensive and we left feeling really full. The wine list is ridiculous and impressive. We didn't do the wine pairing but we had two glasses of wine and the sommelier was very helpful in helping us decide what wine to get. The dining room is carpeted and has a classic look. The bathroom is WOW. I can't wait to go back again. Truly a wonderful experience! read more

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I was and still am blown away by the food at Acquerello. I had the vegetarian prie fix menu, and each dish absolutely incredible, barring one - I personally HATED the cheese filling in the shallot tart, and I could barely finish it. Probably they would've been happy to replace it had it asked but oh well. Everything else, right from the amuse bouche at the beginning, to the meals themselves, ending with a little roll around dessert cart was perfection. I particularly loved the risotto, which they were kind enough to make vegetarian for me. My meat eating friend loved the ridged pasta with foie gras and I was so tempted that I took a little taste too! The service was absolutely impeccable and attentive. The place appears very spacious, and has a farm house style ceiling adding to the effect. I can't wait to go back and try their other offerings. It's definitely expensive, costing up to 300$ per person with drinks. Worth it imo. read more

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What a great dining experience! Everything from the food to the service was excellent. No wonder this is everyone's favorite. We really loved the first course and dessert, not a huge fan of the main. Having said that, the food was still delicious. We just wished we ordered something else on the menu. Highlights: - Corn custard, Chanterelle mushroom, truffle vinegrette: I still remembered the dish 3 weeks after eating it. The corn custard was so soft, creamy with the Chanterelle on top. *Chef kiss* - Ridged pasta with faux foie gras: the menu changes by season but this item has been on it. It speaks volume. Rich and flavorful. Very good. The waitress explained why it is "faux" but I totally forgot. Oops - Affogato: I love how the chocolate came together with hazelnut bottom layer as well as the espresso on top. Yum! read more

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Not my cup of tea but good food. It's actually pretty good value for Michelin 2 star. The dishes feel pretty traditional, both from an ingredient perspective, and also from the preparation. I thought the faux foie gras was pretty interesting but I don't like heavy carbs or sweets so it wasn't my fav. The service was top notch and the ambience is very old school cool. read more

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Definitely not a place you would eat everyday, rather a place you go for a celebration or date night 2 prefix menu options. Everything is well prepared , tasty, and plated beautifully. Service is very well timed and coordinated. read more

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One of the oldest restaurant in sf. This place is a must try if you're Italian food lover. The experience and food was impeccable! The restaurant had been around since 1989. So you might find this place a bit old but very classic. We arrived at the restaurant on time of reservation and the service people actually come outside to greet and escort us into the restaurant. What a hospitality from 2 Michelin stars. We came here for a prix fixe course of 4 dishes of your choice including appetizer, pasta, main and dessert. I think it's a great deal to try their food at a lower cost. We went altogether 4 peoples , so we got to try pretty much all the food on the menu. And they actually give you a small bites before start the course also. Which is very delightful. Gotta say that my favorite dish of the appetizer was the carpaccio and the raw fish. Both of them are really delicious. Speechless for their pasta Omg!!! So good!!! The famous faux fois gras and black truffle, creamy and rich with al dente texture of the pasta. The lobster ravioli is to die for ( off the menu ) but must try. The main are really tasty the duck and the wagyu beef ( supplement course ) succulents pieces of beef and duck! The dessert that we got to try all of it and my favorite one was the blueberry and lemon cream. But the chocolate one also really nice if you're a fan of chocolate. Love it that at the end you get to choose all small treats that they have. Really really impressed with their art work and effort to the food. Thank you to acquerello team and chef Seth . I had a great experience and wonderful time. read more

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Acquerello is a San Francisco classic. The decor is more classic and old school but the food is delicious without being too contrived for a fine dining menu. All of the dishes feature seasonal ingredients, the breads that come with the menu are amazing, and service is attentive and kind. We came here to celebrate a birthday and the servers were so friendly, especially as we perused the dessert cart. I'd highly recommend for a reliable choice for a delicious meal. This was one of the few desserts on a fine dining menu that I've really loved and every pasta was so beautiful and well done. read more

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Having dined here 3 times - all have been truly exceptional. Most recent was 8/2023 (pictures shown). We love coming here and the dining room is luxurious. We've been fortunate to sit at three different tables, getting the full view and experience of the room. The Chef and staff are consistently providing excellence. A well deserved two star. This is one of the best in the Bay Area and we will return. read more

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Came here to celebrate a friend's birthday! Certainly not a cheap meal, but service was superb and with the 4 courses in addition to bread, chef's surprises, and dessert cart, I was actually quite stuffed after the meal. Dining room is fairly small--I would guess they have roughly 10 tables total. Since a meal is 3 hours long, they can't accommodate too many people per night, so definitely reserve in advance (we had our reservation for a Saturday around 1 month in advance). Menus are changed over time so I'm not sure how relevant what I ordered even is anymore, but overall, the food was delicious and offered unique flavors for each course. Some personal favorites from this meal: Ridged pasta with faux foie gras--so flavorful and the texture of the pasta was perfect. Roast duck--super tender and juicy. Almond cake--had the texture of a cheesecake without the heaviness and just the right level of sweetness. They also provided a complimentary birthday dessert, a dessert cart with a variety of small candies/cookies/cakes that we try after the meal, and biscotti to take home. Overall and excellent experience! read more

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We recently celebrated my birthday here and had a great time. Nice ambiance and great service. What I enjoy the most was still the food. It is not hard to find a fancy and expensive place to dine in the city. However, not all of them focus on their food. Acquerello's food is so memorable that I am still thinking about it today. The flavor of each dish is so distinctive and enjoyable. I had such a great experience and would like to come back again in the near future. read more

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Wish we could give it many more stars than available. This is truly one of the best, if not THE best restaurants in San Francisco. Nestled in what used to be a chapel, the ambiance's peacefulness could not be better. We enjoyed a wonderfully spectacular evening celebrating our wedding anniversary. The white truffle menu was heavenly, with each selection outdoing the previous one, which was not an easy feat. And the caviar added a much appreciated bonus. Franco, who has been there since it opened over 35 yrs ago, is a superb waiter, professional, charming, and fun! Leslie also deserves mention as an equally wonderful server. The pictures really say it all... read more

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I came here with my husband to celebrate our anniversary. 2 Michelin stars! We opted in for the 4-course prix fixe tasting menu. Before going to the restaurant, we learn that there is a dress code. We had to wait about 5-10 minutes before they led us to our table. We were seated, and there was even a nice cushioned stool for my purse. Nice touch, so I can access my stuff easily. This Italian restaurant won a lot of wine accolades. All of their wine awards were displayed in the front when you walked in. Warning: the alcohol option is most likely wine. I did not see any cocktails available. The sommelier gave us some wine options that were within our budget. It was a lovely Italian white wine bottle for less than $200. My husband and I choose different items on the prix fixe. For the dinner, we chose: Shared- Royal Kaluga caviar, smoked eel, potato, pickled beet Course 1- Appetizer- Me-Spanish mackerel crudo, Buddha's hand, radish, yuzu, finger lime Hubs- "Rossoti Ranch" Veal carpaccio, Olive gelee, capers, Parmesan Panna Cotta Course 2-Pasta- Me-Ridged pasta with faux "foie gras," black truffle, and Marsala (BEST DISH OF THE NIGHT MUST ORDER) Hubs-Suckling pig bottoni, Butternut Rugosa, sage brown butter, aged Sherry vinegar Course 3-Entree- Me-Dry age liberty duck Hubs-A5 Wagyu beef, charcoal-roasted celery root, Bluefoot mushroom Shared-Optional supplemental cheese course (MUCH regret.Too full for cheese and the options were too stinky for our palate) Course 4- Dessert- Me-Pistachio bavarese with raspberry and coconut cream Hubs-Burnt honey cake, apple gelato, vanilla, thyme It ended with a candy and dessert cart. Overall, I enjoyed my experience here and will return for another celebration. read more

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One of my favorite fine dining restaurants in the city!! I've been here twice and each time I am wowed by the creativity, delicacy, and unique flavors that each course brings! My favorite courses from the seasonal menu are the Dungeness crab and the truffle faux foie pasta! Still, each course was delicious with high quality ingredients and complex flavors. We were feeling a little extra splurge-y and also ordered the wine pairing, which kept on coming - we could barely keep up! All in all, a fantastic meal and will be coming back again! read more

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Excellent food, amazing desserts, perfect wine. I love the ambience. Would eat there every day

I LOVE THIS PLACE SO MUCH. My boyfriend and I did the seasonal tasting, and every dish was SO GOOD, and just kept getting better and better. You could tell there is so much thought that goes into each dish. The service was excellent too. read more

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Took my friend here for her birthday. Her friend Michelin Star rated restaurant and she was very happy. We had their full tasting menu and we both were more than happy with EVERYTHING. Star of the meal was the white truffle pasta. It was to die for! Service wasn't very attentive and met all expectations. Restaurant was nicely set up and just the right amount of lighting along with nice decor. Highly recommend if you have the extra money to spend on a great night out. read more

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Came here after my friend finished his religious pilgrimage, and the experience was nothing short of spectacular. The images below are from the regular and vegetarian tasting menu. Everything was to our liking except the greenish pasta which just tasted like spinach, very underwhelming. Everything on the other hand, however, tasted amazing. The appetizers really set the tone. No idea what I ate, but the vertical potato stick thing was so good. I could eat those all day but they're probably like $20 a pop. Everything else following tasted solid too. Also wanted to shout out the service. The waiters were really friendly and always very attentive and probably the thing that solidified the 5 stars for this restaurant. I appreciate the constant bread service between focaccia and this olive bread, kept me full throughout the meal. Dress code wasn't too strict either. I would recommend this place for a special outing, very solid. read more

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Nothing short of spectacular. A mind blowing celebratory meal. Every dish executed to perfection, service so attentive its hard to explain. Thank you for making our evening so special. read more

Fab dinner at a place with flawless execution: all of the dishes were yummy - some more unique than others ... pastas were epic!

FANTASTIC!!!! We came here for our four year dating anniversary. This was a delicious meal which we enjoyed greatly. The service was excellent and the flavors danced and harmonized together perfectly. The amuse bouches were stellar. Every course was timed perfectly well and coordinated beautifully. The sauces were unctuous and flavorful. The dessert was amazing! 10/10, would HIGHLY recommend! read more

Acquerello - Amuse bouche - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

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We chose Acquerello to celebrate our anniversary, and it was truly an unforgettable experience. From the moment we arrived, the ambiance exuded warmth and elegance, setting the perfect tone for a special evening. The service was impeccable--Jason, one of our servers, made our night even more enjoyable with his attentiveness and genuine hospitality. His insights into the menu and thoughtful conversation elevated our dining experience. Every dish was amazing but the standout for me was the faux foie gras ridged pasta. We were also surprised with extra little gifts in honor of our anniversary, which made us feel truly celebrated. Acquerello is more than just a restaurant, it's an experience. I highly recommend it. We'll definitely be returning! read more

Highlights: * Elegant, high end dining * 2,000 bottle wine cellar focused on Italy and deep in Piedmonte * Choice of Prix Fixe Menus from $150 - $495++ pp * Jackets are required for men. While we had a fine meal at Acquerello it did not reach my expectations for a two star Michelin restaurant. It has all the accoutrements of such, the decor is refined, female diners are given a leather bench for their purses, there are fine linens, Riedel wine glasses, Laguiole steak knifes, but the food has not kept up with the competition. It lacks the excitement that we see in so many restaurants in their price range. Servers are professional, old school, but they too lack the passion they should have. My guess is they will be downgraded from 2 to 1 star in the near future. I ate at Bocuse in Lyon pre pandemic and wondered how they could be a 3 star except for the deferential legacy to Paul Bocuse. Sure enough they were downgraded from 3 to 2 stars weeks later. Congratulations on three decades, but to be competitive you need to innovate, create passion and excitement. At some point you can't rely on aging regulars to keep you going. Our favorite bites were the amuse bouches, a couple of delicious oysters and some caviar cones. The pastas were fine, but nothing life changing. The ridged pasta with "faux foie gras", black truffle and Marsala was very good. There was nothing wrong with the olive oil poached bass with shellfish nor the Liberty Duck, but they did not sing. The biggest disappointment was the dessert and sweet treats cart. It looked so attractive but there was nothing on the cart that was really enjoyable. That really needs a reboot. I know that the owners have opened another concept, Sorella, to cater to a lower price point and younger or more casual crowd. But the problem is not that well to do Millennials do not want to come here because it is stuffy or you have to wear a jacket, the problem is they have not created a "wow" in their food and service. read more

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Like many of the locals, Acquerello is a successful millennial, just a little over three decades old. It would have been cool to have seen this place before it was converted from a chapel. The history seems to linger with the look, feel, and smells of an older building with the dark wooden beams. We came to celebrate an anniversary with the $150 4-course prix fixe and the $95 wine pairing. We were seated in a cozy little corner and served fresh bread with salt flakes and perfectly wheel shaped pat of butter, which the server informed us is Clover butter. To start, we had a trio of amuse bouches - stuffed olives duck liver mousse, and what I believe were hamachi tarts and olive oil cakes. All were incredibly tasty, and the rest of the dishes were good, but actually did not have as much of an oomph. Carpaccio of Hiramasa, melon, tapioca, fermented pepper - Great! Never thought I'd be eating raw fish with tapioca, but the textures work, similar to that of a poke bowl. Rossotti Ranch vitelo tonnato, caper, Parmesan, olive - Great! Buttery raw slices of veal accompanied with a buttery parmesan cube, an olive and a caper spread. Ridged pasta with faux "foie gras," black truffle, and Marsala - Great! I was most looking forward to the pasta dishes, which were rich and delicious, though not altogether amazing. I would not mistake the creamy sauce for 'faux foie gras' and the 'ridged pasta' resembled rigatoni to me. The black truffle was the best part. On a side note, they kept upselling the truffle, which was kept in an enclosed case. Every time they opened it, the wonderful aroma wafted throughout the restaurant. Cocoa and oxtail ravioli, spiced peanut, crispy leeks - Good! The ravioli, shaped like ridged tartlets, were also rich and tasty, although it is rather on the sweet side. With each successive bite, the sweetness builds. Liberty duck, sour cherry, fennel, smoked honey, black cardamom - Good! Very tender duck with golden brown skin (which could have been crispier) topped with salt flakes, and with crunchy fennel on the side. Sour cherry sauce also added to the sweetness of the meal. Olive oil-poached black bass in saffron and shellfish broth, butter beans, prawn oil - Good! Tender, flaky bass and tasty broth. I actually could have done without the butter beans and the mussels, which were actually a tad overcooked. Affogato - vanilla gelato, Guanajo chocolate, hazelnut, espresso - Great! I didn't expect much from a dish that is typically ice cream and espresso, but this exceeded my expectations. The bittersweet notes from the espresso, chocolate, hazelnut, and gelato were delicious. What put it over the top was actually the dessert wine our sommelier paired it with. It all came together perfectly. Strawberry and pineapple pavlova, lime, mint - Good! This was beautifully plated and the custardy cream and strawberries were wonderful. I wasn't a fan of the candy-like tablets that topped the meringue structure. Petit Fours - Ok! Also beautifully plated, but it didn't do it for me. Madeleines were a bit dense, and the jellies were too sweet. Almond Biscotti - Great! Who doesn't love a take home treat, especially freshly baked almond biscotti? They went great with coffee the next morning. Wine Pairing - Excellent! I can't remember what the wines were, but I remember each glass complemented the dishes so well. The aperitif, which I initially didn't like because it was so exceedingly sweet, was actually delicious with the espresso in the affogato. Food was great, and service was even better, especially our charming sommelier. The wine pairing itself was actually what tied the entire meal together and made the experience worth it. read more

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I was finally able to get a reservation for 1 here! All they waiters here were very personably and professional. Tasting menus can be a hit or miss or everyone. Although for me, I enjoyed it. I'm a huge seafood lover and both the diver scallop and chilled lobster were both a top star for me. The menu was pretty big as well. I also added the caviar which included Royal Kaluga caviar and salt/vinegar chips. It included gold on top and I tend to think it's an unnecessary add on. the restaurant itself was quiet and chic. Jeans are NOT allowed. A "business attire" or a "night-out" is required. I wore a pretty blouse, heels and some black slacks, but most of the other ladies were wearing floral dresses. I don't know how often they change the menu, but this is a perfect place for an anniversary dinner, business dinner or perhaps a "first time" date. read more

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Had the pleasure of having my belated birthday celebration dinner here. I was excited for the food after seeing Chef Suzette on MasterChef! * TLDR at the end * | e x p e r i e n c e | For reservations, they'll call you the day before to confirm any dietary restrictions and remind you of the dress code. The outside of the restaurant is misleading because once you enter the doors, the ambience is very fancy! You can tell that the people here have a deep knowledge of not only the food but also the history/background of the chefs and restaurants. The service was exceptional and I'd like to thank Leslie (?) for such an amazing experience. He checked in about my dietary restrictions and was a joy to talk to. We really enjoyed all the dishes that he suggested to us too. | f o o d | We chose the $150 Prix Fixe menu with 4 courses. It starts off with some bread + butter and small bites as pre-appetizer, THEN your 4 courses, then an assortment of mini desserts (yes... after your actual dessert) + tea/coffee menu. My choices: - Homage to Arpège: most beautiful salad I have ever witness. It's constructed with such purpose and truly appeals to the eyes. Very refreshing - I never thought about including herbs into my salad. It apparently has 25 ingredients! - Ridged pasta: glad that I prefaced this with a salad bc this pasta dish was RICH. Dare I say... too rich? Only if you're not a fan of black truffle though! However, the small serving was just enough to satisfy my craving for something this strong and rich. - Waygu ($75 supplement): i savored EVERY SINGLE BITE of the waygu. The pepper crust contrasted the fatty texture of the waygu which literally MELTS in your mouth. The buckwheat, butternut squash and Comté tart was artistically constructed and unlike anything I've ever tasted. - Affogato: I thought affogato couldn't get any better but phew, this was truly an elevated version. The best surprise was some sort of crispy hazelnut wafer that was under the ice cream! My bf's dishes: - Carpaccio of Hiramasa: His favorite of the evening! He says that the tropical flavor of tapioca paired really well with the yellowtail (which happens to be his fave). - Cocoa and oxtail ravioli: Oddly a very light pasta dish. The crispy leeks provided texture to the soft ravioli, and the spiced peanuts were so good. - Black bass: It started off with him saying that he realized that he didn't like sea bass that much but ended with him saying that he was sad he was done with the dish LOL. Guess it grew on him hehe. - Barhi date and vanilla mousse: A beautiful dessert that will satisfy your dessert cravings if you don't care much for chocolate. The mousse was both fluffy and creamy which paired beautifully with the little date bits. | t l ; d r | Amazing ambience and exceptional service. The staff members are very observant, accommodating, and knowledgable about the menu. As for the food, the flavors are unique that will take your tastebuds on an adventure. The portions are surprisingly satisfying. My bf and I were so slumped after dinner LOL. Worth a splurge for a special occasion dinner or if you just feel like treatin' yourself to a luxurious dining experience! read more

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Such a great dinner, restaurant was beautiful and the staff was just the right amount of attentiveness. My favorite course was the foie faux pasta, so delicious! Michelin star worthy for sure. Highly recommend. read more

We finally had the opportunity to try Acquerello this past weekend after passing by it for years. The dining room is a good size, not overly large and not too tiny. You can see just about all the other diners in the main room, but most people speak softly so you only hear those directly next to you. We had a menu to choose 4 courses from, two starters, an entree, and a dessert. There are also supplements you can add throughout. Some supplements we got: added caviar to start our meal which came with their homemade potato chips, upgraded entree to A5 wagyu beef, and Italian cheeses and condiments. I would say my absolute fave dish was the ridged pasta with faux foie gras, truffle, and Marsala. This dish is extremely rich however so I would recommend sharing it if you can, but the flavors were so deep and absolutely delicious. There are also few things in life better than warm pasta. The caviar was also great - although note it was a $75 supplement but it was enough to share with 1 person and each have a few bites. I also opted in to get the cheese plate since I figured this would allow me to try something new and different, something I probably wouldn't usually order. Loved the truffle cheese - and overall I liked 2 out of 3 cheeses. For those wine lovers, they have a very extensive wine BOOK. I can't even call it a list because it's massive. There is also a wine pairing that is tailored to your food selections. Lastly, service here was great. One of the gentlemen who kept pouring our water was so nice and friendly, he had the warmest smile. He seemed happy and helped give an overall positive vibe to our meal. Tip: parking is tough here as it is street parking only. Plan to get here really early to find parking, or you can park in the garage across the street which closes at midnight sharp. The price varies depending on time of day and vehicle type, but for an SUV on a weekend evening, it cost $25. read more

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Was debating if I should reserve this review for my credit card company because this was such a letdown! $500 for the prix fixe for 2. $165pp then all the taxes and fees which is terrible value for this experience. I would say the food and service is more on par with 1 michelin star dining, as we've had better service and similar food at local 1 stars. This took THREE HOURS for 4 courses plus only one round of amuse bouche. I'm 115lbs and for the first time... still hungry?? Usually at michelin starred places, I leave extremely full. Also we were an hour into the experience and only had bread. Nice. Amuse Bouche: was surprised they only offered one round as other places with 2 stars had way more. Shallot financier and Buckwheat bun were dry and not well balanced. First 2 courses were so good! Starter: Corn custard was exquisite-- sweet, creamy, light. Rossoti Ranch Vitello Tonato is a veal carpaccio, also veryyyy good and creative. Pasta: The famous rigatoni does not miss, super good. Suckling pig ravioli was okay. Now the third course is where it all went downhill. Nothing innovative. Entree: A5 Wagyu was a new york cut, super fatty, but nothing you can't make at home if you have the meat. Kohlrabi was unimpressive and was pretty much like eating a bunch of mushrooms. Desserts were also unimpressive. You can get this level of desserts at various pastry shops, so I expected a lot more from a restaurant supposedly of this level. Had high expectations and was excited to try this place but probably one of the worst michelin starred dining experiences... For the taste, might as well save your money and go to a 1 star. Final verdict: lackluster, unimpressed, bad value, very slow. read more

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Excellent Italian-inspired meal. Ultimately, it's much less "Italian" than you'd expect, if you're thinking pasta course after pasta course. We ate at Birdsong (**) the night before and we were surprised to find that the menu here overlapped with Birdsong's a bit. Not to say that the restaurants are copying each other but I guess when dealing with seasonal ingredients this can happen. This is about as old-school as old-school fine dining gets, which is usually a good thing. Our only real complaint was that the restaurant was uncomfortably hot. read more

The food was so good that it made me redefine my idea of quality. The restaurant is small, cozy and beautiful. The staff are awesome, enthusiastic to talk about the food and eager to provide a stellar experience. It goes without saying that it is pricey, but this is one of the few places that I say is absolutely worth the price. read more

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Wow! Both times that I've been here for the white truffle tasting menu and both times were absolutely phenomenal. The aromatic scent that the white truffles produce is heavenly. Though the white tasting menu is pricey, it is worth every penny. I adore the ambiance and the layout of the restaurant is well spaced in between tables. Star of the night- Ridged pasta with faux "foie gras", black truffle and Marsala (10/5 stars)- everything is very rich but each bite is filled with complex flavors. The sauce is the right level of sweet yet savory. The ridged pasta cooked to perfection. If I could order a whole plate of this, I definitely would. Bufala Stracciatella with white truffles (5/5 stars)- the layers of textures that was pert of this dish made it really fun to eat. The candied hazelnut blankets the light and fluffy stracciatella which is blanketed right beneath a generous amount of freshly shaved white truffles. I mean, what more can a girl ask for? Wow. Monterey Abalone with Matsutake mushrooms and white truffles- I think I've been making matsutake a wrong because I actually enjoyed trying it here. The texture of the mushrooms were similar with the abalone so it was like a fun surprise guessing which you will get in each bite. Lobster with dandelion on top of a buttered yuzu sauce- the lobster was perfectly cooked and the sauce with rich and buttery but was evenly balanced by the acidity of the yuzu. The only thing I wasn't to fond of would be the dandelion. Overall, everything is lovely and I can't wait to come back for the white truffle tasting menu again. read more

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Came out of my long Yelp review retirement/slumber/hibernation for this wonderful dining experience. Acquerello's tasting menu is for you if you like: - fresh ingredients like diver scallops and chilled lobsters - the most amazing marsala sauce in the ridged pasta that tastes like the sweetest, most complex caramel-y butter sauce you didn't know your mouth needed - rich, and I mean RICH, flavors that are perfectly proportioned in relatively tiny servings to not overwhelm your tastebuds/stomach - DESSERT, oh god their two desserts in the tasting menu were so good and I'm not a dessert person at all Acquerello is not for you if you are looking for a traditional Italian dinner with large portions of pastas for a relatively affordable price. But for a two-Michelin star restaurant, I think Acquerello absolutely is worth their $275 tasting menu and although the portions are quite small, I found myself pleasantly stuffed at the end of the night and incredibly satisfied by the myriad of flavors I had throughout my dining experience. Also they have a little dessert cart that comes at the end if you're still hungry lol Also 5 star cozy, dim ambience for a romantic date night, and all the staff were super friendly and attentive. It's the little things that add up to a great dining experience! read more

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Great place to celebrate an occasion! Food is great and service is delightful! Ambience is romantic and warm! read more

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Took my guy out for his favorite food at this Italian restaurant. Acquerello really lives up to its 2 Michelin Star rating. The main dining room is a repurposed chapel. They retained the beautiful woodwork and Cathedral ceiling which adds so much to the restaurant's character. Very interesting dishes, all elegantly prepared and 100% delectable! The tasting menu was superb, we enjoyed both presentation and taste. read more

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Came here for our anniversary dinner and was happy with our service and the food. We were able to reserve on short notice online and got a time that works for us. It's nice the restaurant calls a day ahead to remind us of the dress code, vaccination proof and of our appointment. We had a good drive to get to the city but managed to get to our appointment earlier than our 5:30pm appointment. Once you get in, you do show your proof of vaccination with your id and once you are seated, you can remove your mask. And mask needs to be on when going to and from bathroom. We parked at the parking garage across the restaurant and valet was $17. The food experience was truly amazing. Most dishes are very flavorful and exceptional for the most part. I wasn't too excited with my tomato and nectarine and sorbet choice because I wasn't too sure what to think between the burst of heirloom tomatoes and then going to sorbet so i I wouldn't choose that if I had known I wasn't too fond of the combo together. However, from the oysters to the seaweed chips and liver, to my scallops and oxtail beef and cheese with wine, my palate was extremely happy for the evening. Even the breads were so good and came out warm and so fresh. My husband got the wagyu and surprisingly, it didn't look or tasted too fatty like what we thought it would be like. His faux foie grad pasta was really tasty too. We want to deeply thank everyone from the restaurant for a meaningful dining experience. From the personalization of the card to wish us a happy anniversary, to the anniversary tiramisu treat and the great customer service, it's definitely a wonderful memory for us to remember our 10th year by. We would highly recommend this place to others. The restaurant does charge a 20% surcharge and 4% for SF workers and it's clearly noted when you reserve. read more

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