As always everything so delicious from the food to the service , very authentic Italian food . Freshly made by the best chef Nick Kelly . Friendly staff . read more

Wish we could give AltoVino 6 out of 5 stars! If you're craving clean, simple, incredibly good Italian food, AltoVino is a must. There was something about sitting there with a spritz and eating fresh pasta that genuinely reminded us of dining at an outdoor restaurant in Italy. The food isn't overly complicated or heavy--it's just quality ingredients prepared really, really well. We skipped the wine and went with the spritzes, which were refreshing and paired perfectly with the food, especially the Pomodoro. Pomodoro: Literally the BEST salad. Ridiculously amazing. The tomatoes were so fresh, everything was drenched in delicious olive oil, and the cheese was perfect with it. Paired with the spritz, this was such a simple but amazing combination and really gave us those Italy vibes. Pappardelle Bolognese: Pasta was cooked perfectly. Again, this immediately reminded us of eating pasta in Italy. You could actually taste the quality of the beef, and we loved that the sauce wasn't overpowering. Everything was balanced and allowed the pasta and meat to shine. Raviolini: OMG!!! We cannot believe this dish exists. Literally the best ravioli we've ever put in our mouths. Rich, delicate, buttery, and absolutely incredible. If you come here and this is on the menu, GET IT. Buttermilk Panna Cotta: The perfect ending. Light with a great texture, and most importantly, not overly sweet. The berries added a nice freshness and acidity. Everything about this meal felt simple, fresh, and thoughtfully prepared. AltoVino reminded us why Italian food can be so incredible when the ingredients are allowed to speak for themselves. 5/5 -- but spiritually, a 6/5. We will DEFINITELY be back. read more

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My experience declined right as I walked in the door and I wish I had left then. The host along with another employee were aggravated that I did not want to sit at the bar and kept trying to convince me not to get a table. I wouldn't budge and I was escorted to my table with a HEAVY eye roll. My server was barely there lol and I mean barely there. I saw the bus boy more. so let's get to the food. Extremely salty. Pasta was undercooked and not in a al dente way...tried 2 pastas. Both undercooked. One bland. One too salty. Next I had the sea bass. Hard skip. Way too much salt, again. And no other seasonings. And EXTREMELY fishy. Only had 2 bites. Couldn't stomach it. Cute ambiance. Would recommend for a glass of wine but skip dinner. read more

Table for 7. Service was great. Staff were attentive. We ordered the following: Barbera d'Alba, Casina Val del Pretex 1 Spuma x 1 Pomodoro x 1 Scarpinocc × 1 Pappardelle × 2 Cod x 1 Paccheri x 1 Raviolini x 1 GL- Barbera d'Alba × 2 Dishes were prepared and presented well. I especially enjoyed the mushroom spread served with bread (I think it's the Spuma?) it was delicious. I had the cod. It was okay. I'd ordered the Pappardelle next time. read more

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Did a reservation on Resy and it was a nice experience. Food was bomb. Service was great and the heirloom tomatoes starter and the pasta was insane. Very chill spot and we will definitely come back again read more

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I made a 6pm bar reservation on Resy at about 5:40pm & we walked down the hill to the restaurant. Once we arrived, I noticed some empty tables & the host said we could have one if we could be out in an hour. Challenge accepted! We sat and ordered wine by the glass, panzanella, paccheri for me & raviolini for my mom. This is a very cute, casual restaurant with an upscale wine bar feel. The side dining room is darker, a little moody, and a bit more intimate. The wine was brought right over & it was lovely. Mom had Prosecco & I had the Rose. Panzanella came out right after. The stone fruit were all very tasty & sweet, I wish the bread had more dressing on it, and I think more vegetables in addition to the onions & herbs would have really added to the flavors. Some mozzarella or burrata would have leveled it up as well. The pastas were brought out shortly and both were very, very good. The raviolini tasted like summertime, light and refreshing. My mom raved about it, and I thought it was divine. The paccheri were cooked perfectly & were delicious. I could have done without the pistachios in the sauce though... otherwise, it was delish. We took a quick look at the dessert menu but nothing really stood out to either of us. I requested the check & we were out of there at 6:35. Heh. Even though it was fast, it was a tasty and memorable dinner. Zoe provided good service to us, and she dealt with a difficult customer, who was seated at the table next to us, thoughtfully. I commend her for keeping her cool! Street parking. Reservations definitely recommended esp. on weekends. Grazie! read more

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AltoVino was a great experience! It was easy to get a reservation, and the service was attentive and inviting. For dinner, we ordered the mushroom soufflé appetizer, spaghettoni, and pappardelle. The soufflé had wonderful truffle flavor, though I was a bit unsure about the texture. Both pasta dishes were excellent - thanks to our waiter for the recommendations! He also took the time to write down a restaurant recommendation for Florence, which was a thoughtful gesture. read more

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I enjoy having Alto Vino across the street from my apartment: it was great to see neighbors in our neighborhood enjoying their meal here tonight! The food and each dishes had their own flavors which amazing and special. For a Saturday evening, they were busy! Service is always excellent and the team work shows ! Ambiance is beautiful and love the wood finishes. Nice to see the cable cars going by while enjoying our dinner. Make sure you give Alto Vino a try and make sure you make your reservations! Support local businesses! read more

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What a fantastic place! The salad with mix of freshest tomatoes, cucumber, olives and pickled onions sea salt - unbelievable! Blood orange soda is super refreshing. Our server Zoe very polite and knowledgeable! Ambience just lovely so is the choice of music! From Miami with love read more

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I came here for dinner with a friend on a Saturday evening. I was able to get a reservation on OpenTable same day at 7:30pm. The restaurant is low lit, small, intimate, and a great spot for a lowkey but nice dining experience. We were sat at a table by the window against the wall, and it felt private and well spaced. For apps we got the olives and a salad. The olives were tasty but a bit too oily and some of the pieces were either too squishy or too hard. I'm not sure if the salad was seasonal, but I haven't seen it on the menu again. It was fantastic with pears, arugula, prosciutto, and goat cheese. For my entree I had the pappardelle pasta. It was so tasty and the noodles were cooked perfectly. Only wish is that they included some more sauce! Overall a great experience for the price and quality of food. And will definitely be back! read more

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Altovino is a real gem. From beginning to end, our dining experience was fabulous. The interior is modern and dark with rustic wood tables and bench seating. It's a romantic vibe. We were seated at a table in the window, which felt semi-private and perfect for our date night. The service level was just right and felt very natural. For drinks, I opted for a glass of Prosecco and my husband had a strawberry spritz, which we both enjoyed. Now onto the food. Oh the food is excellent! We started with an appetizer with Prosecco poached pears, speck, Gorgonzola, herbs, mustard greens, and a berry sauce. All of this combined into one magical bite after another. So, so delicious. My husband chose the 10-hour pappardelle bolognese, which looked so good I had to try. The sauce had a deep, refined flavor and the pasta was so fresh. For my entree, I chose the black cod (roasted under a salt and herb crust), served with Tuscan kale, lentils, and roasted cauliflower with an anchovy caper and chili condiment. One of the cool things about the cod dish, which I did not realize when I ordered it, was that they serve it tableside, removing the salt crust, plating, and then finishing with a lemon olive oil. I loved everything about this dish. The fish was flavorful and delicate. The lentils were perfectly cooked, and the cauliflower with the anchovy, caper, chili condiment was so delicious, I kept going back for more bites. I don't think I've ever enjoyed cauliflower more. This chef knows flavor. For dessert, my husband had a chocolate gelato, and I opted for a strawberry sorbetto. These desserts were the perfect ending to a fantastic meal. For all of this, our bill (pre-tip), was around $150. For the quality of food and experience (and especially compared to other dining experiences we recently had) this felt like a great deal. We had such a wonderful time here, I'm sure we will be back, and hopefully soon! I'd highly recommend dining at Altovino. read more

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Recommended by Concierge at Fairmont Hotel as a fine dining experience for a Saturday night. Fine dining takes on different meanings depending upon location. New York vs California as it relates to how you dress, I guess. We were over dressed but that didn't impact our experience. We ordered a bottle of Violae Monferrato Rosso, reasonably priced, from a selection of many fine italian wines that got pretty pricey, pretty quickly. Ours was $72 and it was a fine complement to our dinner order. Our bread was 3 slices of a wheat style Italian Bread with a olive tapenade/lemon oil mix. Very tasty. The bottle of lemon oil was brought to the table as well. The menu presented many fine options. We chose a simple salad with apple slices we shared as a starter. Not an overwhelming portion but perfect to enjoy while we waitied for our dinner orders. For dinner we ordered: She ordered the salt baked local black cod served with a lentil bean side and I ordered their well known Pappardelle in 10 hour bolognese sauce. With a small plate in the middle of the table we each shared portions of our dinners together. The cod was perfectly cooked, peeled away, and melted in your mouth. The pasta/pappardelle with the veal/beef bolognese was a perfect serving, tasty, and proportioned blend of sauce and meat, not overpowering, and well balanced for presentation. Dessert was gelato with a espresso and poured some of the espresso over the gelato for a finish to dinner. We both enjoyed our meals very much. Pricing was appropriate for the unique menu and offerings. Decor is comfortable and our server Zoe was attentive and friendly. We walked to Alto Vino from the Fairmont and back to the hotel after. The steepest part of the walk was the block between Clay St and Sacramento St. A beautiful evening in SF and very nice experience at Alto Vino. Enjoy! read more

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We had an amazing experience there a couple of weeks ago! Awesome service and awesome food.

I can say enough wonderful things about this place and we didn't even stay for a full meal! Our group stumbled upon this charming, tucked away, eatery. On our way to watch Santas during Santa Con. We wanted a few snacks and a glass of wine while we were on our way and we were blow away by the service, the food, and the ambiance. WOW! Everyone from the hostess to the servers to the bar staff were extremely knowledgeable and attentive. And the food was OFF THE CHART! The wine recommendations were superb. This is a MUST VISIT if you're in San Francisco and craving excellent Italian food. read more

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Overall, a solid neighborhood spot that's been around for a reason. The service was attentive throughout the night, our water glasses were consistently refilled, great wine recommendation without pushing an upsell, and the staff checked in regularly without being overbearing. For dinner, we ordered the pappardelle with ragu and the porterhouse, plus a mushroom appetizer that was absolutely delicious. The bread service before the meal was a nice touch. For dessert, we had the chocolate buccatino, which was pretty good and a perfect way to end the meal. The only hiccup came with the porterhouse. It was served with two bone marrows, but we only ate one. When our leftovers were packed up, the eaten bone marrow was included instead of the untouched one, which was a bit disappointing to find the next morning. Humanness. Aside from that small mix-up, this is a great neighborhood gem and definitely worth a visit. Parking in the area can be a bit tricky, but if you're willing to walk a few blocks, you'll likely find something. read more

Really enjoyed this place! The food was delicious and everything tasted fresh. The pasta was especially good, and the service was friendly and attentive. Great atmosphere too. We'll definitely be back! read more

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I'm vegetarian and have a love hate relationship with Italian restaurants in sf but for my birthday this year decided to celebrate at AltoVino with my partner. Right off the bat the ambience stood out. We prefer doing early dinners and booked a reservation for 5:30 pm and the whoever is in charge of music knows how to create a great setting. Started with a couple of glasses of wine ( I am bad with names but whoever served us that night was just extremely knowledgeable and thoughtful). As a vegetarian you still have a good amount of options on the menu including dishes they could turn vegetarian upon request. We started off with the spuma di funghi - I can describe this as a truffle mousse ish dip with a very innovative twist, served with perfectly roasted sourdough. For mains we did the corn ravioli and the spaghettoni OMG. The corn raviolini was filled with a corn sugary reduction which just was such a surprise! I don't exactly remember all the elements but it was a beautiful dish slightly on the sweeter side , thanks to the jus. The spaghettoni is everything I want the spaghetti I make after watching a million videos on social Media on pasta making. The Calabrian chilis, the tomato sugo which had quite literally the best tomatoey flavor ever. This dish made it to my dreams already! Finished the wonderful meal with their buttermilk panna cotta. This might have been the best panna cotta ever. The thyme and pepper shortbread cookie base melts in your mouth and provides the necessary sweetness to balance the tart/lemony panna cotta. I am running out of words to describe how amazing the experience was. And on the Michelin guide for good reason :) read more

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All that an Italian restaurant should be: intimate and cozy, friendly service, great flavors and the carbs! read more

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Expectation vs Reality. Noise level 9/10. Conversations difficult. Music competing over terrible speakers. Service 4/10. Staff stressed or too busy to make us welcomed. Server piles dirty plates on top of each other in front of diners faces. Does not say thank you. Or come around after service. Manager or owner is 10/10. Personable. Knows his wines. Wines offered are pricey 5/10. Nothing wow here. Paying $18 for a glass, and still it is just fair. Food 7/10. Fast, pretty plating, lacking a "OMG" taste. Nothing superior. Ambiance 6/10. Basic. Squeezed in tables/chairs. Can smell exhaust from cars when driving by belching fumes into the open front door. Not anyone's fault. Would ask the place to fix the acoustics, sell wines by the glass that are stellar. Blow your guests away, by not doing just average anything. read more

AltoVino is Italian Nob Hill gem. Friendly, warm ambiance upon arrival and seated at a comfortable table. Nice selection of Italian wines by the glass which paired well with the exceptional and unique spuma di funghi antipasti. Also enjoyed the insalata with seasonal pomegranate and hazel nut The black cod roasted in a salt and herb crust with lentils and cauliflower was particularly scrumptious. Although we didn't expect to find on the menu at an Italian restaurant, my son loved the roasted pork chop with spatzel and red cabbage with a nod to his wife's Austrian heritage. For dessert we enjoyed the panna cotta with fresh fruit. Attentive, knowledgeable and proactive service. read more

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Although the service is wonderful and the restaurant is very nice I feel the price is not right. We ordered the pork chops and the bolognese. The bolognese is cooked for 10 hours but the flavor profile is deeply lacking. The pork chops had a nice sauce and toppings but were on the dryer side. I did enjoy the fresh bread and the coziness of the restaurant but can say there's room for improvement based on the cost. The pork chops were $49 and disappointed me completely. read more

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Solid service and atmosphere, but the main pastas missed the mark for me. The dish I ordered had really bitter notes, and the ravioli just didn't taste quite right. I'm sure I'll be back in the future to give AltoVino another shot because I really like their second restaurant in the Mission! read more

We came in for my wife's birthday. The service was great. We were greeted at the door and though arrived early we were taken to our table. The lighting was great it wasn't too bright and dimmed. Our server Ariana was welcoming and kind. We ordered some wine and the Giardiniera di Agrodolce and wow! Just wow! I love truffle but this tasted like a piece of heaven. I highly recommend it. We also ordered Cod and Pork and both plates were very delicious. AltoVino is easily my favorite restaurant in SF (I don't live here) and can't wait to be back. read more

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Flew into San Francisco earlier and the day and we were hungry so booked a table here. We were welcomed by the hostess as soon as we walked in and shown to our table almost immediately. We each ordered a glass of red wine and it was honestly the best wine I'd had in years and it was recommended by our server which is always nice. We decided to order family style and share everything. The first thing we ordered was the crustini, it was delicious and it was something we were told originally the chef made by accident and it became a huge it and we can see why. Next we got the Spaghettoni all'Amatriciana which was cooked to perfection. The third dish we got was the Maiale. We usually don't order pork chops at restaurants but this one did not disappoint and would definitely order again. I highly recommend this place and we will be returning next time we are in San Francisco read more

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Service was absolutely amazing! I have a multitude of different allergies and our server was very accommodating and knowledgable of the menu when I had questions about my food allergies. We came here to celebrate our anniversary and to say we were blown away is an understatement. The presentation of the food was awesome and we loved every bite we had. Special shoutout to the buttermilk panna cotta! It definitely had us end the night on a sweet note! read more

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Yall this truffle ricotta ravioli?!!? Decadent. Divine. Delightful. A little light but soooo yummy! Perfect spot for date night or a little outing w ur bestie girl! Need to try more dishes here...but I will be getting the ricotta ravioli again read more

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Today was my birthday, and my husband, my daughter, and I chose this restaurant to celebrate. It turned out to be the worst restaurant experience I've had in a very long time. If you value friendly service, basic courtesy, and a welcoming atmosphere, I highly recommend choosing another restaurant. From the moment we walked in, the man who greeted us was cold, rude, and incredibly arrogant. Instead of making guests feel welcome, he made us feel like we were an inconvenience. After we were seated, our waiter noticed that something was wrong and kindly asked why we looked upset. He said he would speak with the staff. We genuinely thought someone would come over to apologize or at least try to improve the situation. Instead, the waiter returned and told us that their "service" simply wasn't for us and suggested that we leave. I've never experienced anything like that in a restaurant. Rather than taking responsibility or making even the smallest effort to resolve the situation, they chose to send paying customers away. That's not hospitality it's the complete opposite. Ironically, they did us a favor. We left and went back to our hotel, where a wonderful waiter recommended Fino. We had an amazing birthday dinner there with excellent food and truly outstanding service. That experience reminded us what genuine hospitality actually looks like. This restaurant made it clear that they don't care whether guests stay or ever come back. We certainly won't. There're far too many restaurants in San Francisco that treat people with kindness and respect to waste your time here. read more

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Great service! We waited at the bar for a short time before being seated for our reservation. The glass of rose was very nice. We tried the pesce crudo, the parpadelle with bolognese and the anolini pasta. The crudo was a bit salty - had big flakes of salt and the fish egg roe was also salty. The mustard greens were surprisingly mild and bit too bitter. Was nice to try. The parpadelle pasta with the bolognese sauce was very nicely done. Great tasting sauce. Would definitely recommend. The anolini pasta was a lamb? Filled round ravioli type fish in a broth which they added at the table. This was nice to try. The broth was a bit salty to my taste. The desserts we tried the lemon tart and the bourbon gelato. The lemon tart was not as lemony as I would have liked and it was just okay. The gelato was creamy and satisfying with the bourbon flavor not overpowering. read more

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Great service, the food was pretty good too. Here for Sunday dinner and it had a chill relaxing atmosphere with great service. The mushroom truffle appetizer was creatively interesting. Both the pastas were cooked perfectly. I do wish the pancetta was cooked for longer tho to release the taste and smell into the dish. read more

I shared the Spuma di Funghi, Pappardelle, and Spaggetitoni all'Amatriciana with one other person. I would say that I left feeling full, however for the portions felt a bit off. The Spuma di Funghi came with a lot of the mousse but not enough of the bread. The pasta portions felt smaller than I would hope for the price. However, the flavors were nice especially the Pappardelle. The space was a bit crowded and loud. The booth spaces seemed a bit more comfortable than the chair and table spaces. I think this place is worth a try and I commend the server with the short curly hair and nice tattoos. Very hospitable! read more

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I'm extremely disappointed with this experience, especially given that it was for my wife and my 30th anniversary. I made this reservation over a month in advance specifically for a special occasion. A week prior, I called and spoke with a very kind gentleman who assured me we would have a special table. Based on that, I had certain expectations for the evening. We ended up running 10 minutes late due to an issue at our hotel, and I called ahead to notify the restaurant. The woman who answered was immediately rude and told me there was an 8:30 reservation "right behind us" and that we would need to be finished by then. This was never disclosed at the time of booking. For a restaurant like this, being told you have barely over an hour for dinner is completely unacceptable. When we arrived exactly 10 minutes late, we were seated at a small table right by the front door and bar. It was loud, cold, and clearly one of the worst tables in the restaurant. There was nothing "special" about it. When I asked the maître d' about it, he told me it was because we were late and he had to "move things around." That explanation doesn't hold up. I could clearly see multiple open tables in the main dining room. I spent years in the restaurant industry, and a 10-minute delay is well within a standard grace period. Treating guests differently because of that, especially on a milestone anniversary that the restaurant was aware of, is poor hospitality. After we had already started eating, the maître d' came back and offered to move us, but only to another table still near the entrance. At that point we already had food and wine, so moving made no sense. I declined, and he was visibly irritated. He never came back or made any effort to correct the situation. From the moment we sat down, we were rushed. Every course came quickly, and the pacing felt more like they were trying to turn the table than provide a quality dining experience. The waiter was good, but even he brought the dessert menu immediately and stood there waiting for a decision. Meanwhile, other tables around us were clearly not being rushed. After 8:30, there were still open tables in the dining room, which made the earlier pressure even more frustrating. To make matters worse, our table faced directly out the window where we had to witness an unhoused individual in a very disturbing situation. I understand that is not the restaurant's fault, but it would not have been an issue had we been seated in the proper dining area as originally expected. I have a photo taken from our table showing exactly what we were exposed to, including a photo of my wife with this happening directly behind her. The dessert being comped was not an adequate response to what was a completely mishandled experience. We were still charged for espresso, which just added to the feeling that this was handled poorly from start to finish. We left at 9:00 feeling rushed out on what was supposed to be a meaningful celebration. As Bay Area locals who dine out in San Francisco often, this is not the level of service we expect, especially from a restaurant positioning itself as a higher-end experience. I wanted to like this place, but based on how we were treated, I would not return. read more

Wonderful restaurant! The sister to Barberio Osteria in the mission, the space has a dark, cozy feel. It was a bit loud on Saturday night but it was likely due to several large groups who were there. Service is quick and prompt. We started with the spuma di funghi, which seems like their signature dish and I HIGHLY recommend if you love mushrooms. Its a creamy mushroom and truffle flavored spread, mousse like in consistency, served with toasted bread- this was our favorite dish! We then had the corn raviolo, which was lovely, and the papardelle with Bolognese. Finished with buttermilk pannna Cotta, which came with a touch of lemon in the buscuit and sauce- perfect end to the meal. Overall we loved the food - well made and unique enough to distinguish it from other Italian restaurants. Would highly recommend! read more

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The food was delicious. The restaurant is small but very well utilized and super clean. Would definitely recommend. read more

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The restaurant ambiance and staff were really nice and calm, however the food was lacking. I ordered the pappardelle and my wife ordered the pesce de sale. Both lacked flavor but were presented very elegantly. I asked for extra cheese for the pappardelle and it helped with the flavor but overall a lackluster dining experience. Again I can't stress enough how nice the staff was, and I wish the food was the same. read more

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The restaurant had a lovely vibe and the staff were wonderful. The Spuma di Funghi was a highlight -- light and airy in texture, though the mushroom flavor was more subtle than expected. The Spaghettoni all'Amatriciana was a solid dish, with the textures of the pasta and sauce complementing each other nicely. We ordered the Tajarin out of curiosity -- thin-cut pasta isn't usually my preference, but it was worth trying. The sauce was delicate, with sage aromatics coming through beautifully. To finish, the Panna Cotta was equally light, though a touch understated in flavor -- the strawberry jam on the plate was a standout, pairing wonderfully with the mousse. read more

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Came for a quiet dinner out on a weekday and was seated immediately. The waiter was patient and answered all of my requests. He recommended the bolognese pasta, which was cooked perfectly. I also ordered a glass of wine, which was just perfect as well. read more

What a fantastic cozy evening with this restaurant! We made reservation but they set us early, gave us a very good table. Mattio who served us was very knowledgeable about the menu, he shared some great stories about Italy and hometown. We ordered mushroom pasta and Tajarin, it was to die for! 5/5 for everything, will come back again! read more

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What a great find! Valentine's Day dinner was amazing here. After being seated, the rain came in true SF fashion. The staff made accommodations and got us seated inside ASAP. Not only great service, but amazing food. And a very romantic ambiance. Very much recommended! read more

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Excellent meal! Compared to other Italian restaurants, this restaurant had so much to offer. The chef was very dedicated to his craft. I went to their sister restaurant Barbarios and prefered it here. The dining room here was more cozy. - Spuma di funghi: excellent! I craved paté but cannot eat it right now. This reminded me of paté texture. The chef brought it up a notch by adding truffle flavor. No wonder it's the highlight dish here. - Pappadelle: the sauce was well done. Meat was cooked for a long time so the sauce was flavorful. Time of cookery created magic I might be hard to please but the only minus point was that it was less al dente than I would like. Maybe the Pappadelle can be a little thicker? - Cod baked in salt and served with seafood pasta couscous. It was a nice surprise to see salt baked fish, a technique that not many restaurants in the Bay Area do. This dish was surpringly good. - Tiramisu: my husband loved it and named it the best in the city. It's not my favorite but really personal preference. I prefer tiramisu with more mascapone cheese. The one here had strong alcohol, coffee taste and less creamy. I was a little disappointed that they took Trippa off the menu that night. I really wanted to try it. Maybe next time! read more

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had a wonderful evening at Alto Vino last night! the restaurant is so elegant and high-end feeling, perfect for a date night or wanting to impress some out of towners. the highlights were the spuma di funghi, black cod, and zabaglione. the flavors were so well balanced and complex. the pasta was perfectly cooked. service was kind. i would definitely come here again to try their rotating menu. read more

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