This place is such a treat. I brought my family in with two big teenage boys and everyone left happy. We got four different entrees so we could share and every one was flavored and sauced to perfection. Fresh ingredients make such a difference. And I love attention to detail like the pinches of flaked salt next to my ribeye so I could salt to taste. Felt pampered by the friendly waitstaff. Spacious seating in the booth. And a soundtrack the makes the vibe. All my senses were taken care of! read more

This restaurant is such a lovely neighborhood spot! Perfect for date nights or special occasions. My partner and I came here on a Thursday around 6:45pm and the tables were roughly half full when we arrived. We ordered the Caesar salad with pomegranate seeds and pink peppercorn, as well as the wood-roasted pork belly with squash mole to start, and split the marinated flank steak. The dishes were very vegetable heavy, which we loved, since it didn't leave us feeling heavy at the end of the meal. The pork belly was our favorite dish, as it was so incredibly tender and packed with flavor. The steak was cooked perfectly and we really enjoyed the pepitas seeds mixed in. In retrospect, I think we definitely should have ordered the glassy potato, which we were advised was a menu standout, but we didn't listen!! Everything was delicious though, I just will definitely have to come back to try this dish! I do wish their outdoor patio was better heated, I was super cold throughout the meal and had to use my partner's coat to cover my legs. I also wish they gave people the option to book covered patio vs. indoor as I definitely would have preferred to sit inside the main part of the restaurant. Still recommend though! read more

Camino Alto - Marinated flank steak - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Ambiance, wine, and especially the staff were amazing. Unfortunately, the food didn't hit. We had a socca with figs, lemon, arugula and some other items. It was soggy, too citrusy and very salty. Each bite was different, but not in a good way. One bite would be extremely sweet, the next puckering. 1/5 We also tried the pork shoulder. It was good, but rather small and uninspired. 3/5 Lastly, we had the rhubarb strawberry crumble. This was lovely. The portion was huge, while not overwhelming sweet. Just perfect. 5/5 Ultimately, we felt very let down by the food. Yet sometime between the initial smile of the host and the last crumb of crumble, I was convinced: this place was worth the stop. read more

I visited Camino Alto and really liked the concept at first order at the counter, then find your own table. The patio is pet-friendly, which is a big plus. However, the experience quickly became frustrating. After sitting down, we had to get up and walk to the front for water. Then again for sugar when we ordered coffee. Having to repeatedly go back and forth for basic things takes away from the experience. The food is okay ,interesting flavors, but nothing memorable. If customers are expected to self-serve water, utensils, napkins, and more, it makes you question why a tip is being charged. A simple fix would be adding a service station in the patio. Overall, good concept, but the execution needs improvement. read more

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The quinoa with salmon today was superb. Didn't need the coconut sauce. Veggies were finely cooked and the salmon done to perfection. One bummer was a dog inside under the table next to us. I LOVE dogs. And state law prohibits them inside restaurants. The cashier saw the dog and did nothing. Puppy entitlement is a thing in SF and it's tough for businesses to navigate because of the abused support animal thing. Still, makes me wonder what other sanitation laws Camino Alto disregards. read more

Food is good- but for the price and the atmosphere it is not worth it imo. Didn't blow my mind but didn't fail miserably either, the price was eventually the deal breaker ($39 for skirt steak salad) read more

this place is such a blessing on a night when you finally have some free time and you're looking for ZERO compromise on taste, vibes, service, neighborhood, and your heaLTH, even. The salmon was probably the best I've ever ordered at a restaurant. Ceviche was also so fresh - did not let us down. The pork was a solid one, good to get alongside different seafood dishes. Each dish came with sides that complimented the main so well and were also unique enough to be worth getting that main for. WILL BE BACK for all of these dishes and more read more

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This cute little bistro is quite disappointing, particularly given its price point. While we enjoyed the socca, my chicken was overcooked and under seasoned. My wife's salmon was cooked fine but not particularly interesting. The glass of wine I ordered was the smallest pour I have seen (and I order lots of wine by the glass in SF). When I inquired, I was curtly told that they do a 5 ounce pour. I think if a restaurant is going to do a bottom end pour, then they should actually give you the full 5 ounces. Service overall was perfunctory. There are so, so many better restaurants in SF at this price level, I will not be back. read more

Camino Alto had been on my radar for a while. The concept, all GF + new menu every day, sounded super interesting. I was finally able to check it out with a friend, and let me tell you, it did not disappoint! So delicious, fresh, and, all-in-all, a gorgeous experience. First, just walking in, this place is stunning. I was in love with the light and bright aesthetic and the interesting touches like the concrete floor and incredible dahlias. The handwritten menu was so fun as well. As much as the interior was beautiful, the food stole the show. Here's everything we ordered (mind you, I am developing cravings as I recall this experience): Roasted Japanese Sweet Potato w/ Romesco and Pepitas ($20): our waiter said that this is their most popular item. I SEE WHY. SO GOOD!!!!!!!! I mean, you're NEVER going to go wrong with Japanese sweet potato, it's just not really possible. Roasted so beautifully. Texture and flavor, muah. And the romesco. Loooveee a romesco, and they did it so well here. So much ~zest~. And the pepitas added a lovely crunch. For the portion you get and the amazing flavors, I think $20 is a good price for SF. Definitely order this if this is available!! Glassy Potato w/ Lemon Aioli and Jimmy Nardello Peppers ($20): yes, more potatoes. And also SO GOOD!!!! I mean, the crunch on the potatoes, the salt levels, the aioli, and those peppers?!? It was my first time having Jimmy Nardello peppers, and they were absolutely luscious! Would definitely recommend this one. Tuna Ceviche w/ Tallow Chips ($25): this was lovely, but compared to the other starters, I can't say it wows as much. Still good, don't get me wrong! I loved the flavor of the ceviche and the small dice of the fish and avocado. The tallow chips were interesting, I love the concept, but I do wish they were crispier. Rockfish w/ Crispy Rice ($38): our waiter said that this was their most popular main, and I do think it was good, but I would have loved just a little more. For the pros, the fish was cooked beautifully, the sauce was gorgeous and silky, the toasted almonds were fantastic, and the crispy rice was toasty and so fun. So, a lot of pros. Personally, I would have loved a larger portion and/or the addition of another carb or starchier vegetable, just to make things more filling given the price. Overall, I had a really great experience at Camino Alto, and I look forward to coming back, especially with that rotating menu! If you go, which I recommend you do, don't skip out on the potato-based dishes. read more

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I thought that Camino Alto was quite tasty! I feel like the quality of salmon that I ordered was very nice. I also feel like the meal was unique, instead of plating my salmon on a bed of rice, it was on crunchy like.. air fried rice (there's definitely a word for this that I forgot lol). I thought the drink was alright, I got the Matcha latte. Maybe mix the matcha a bit more before serving idk? But I think what made the experience at Camino Alto really special was the ambience. They have a really beautiful outside porch area, which we sat with our friend's dogs. The sunlight was so pretty outside, and I feel like the noise level was perfect. Enough to conceal your own conversation, but not super loud enough to prevent you from hearing what others were saying. Granted it wasn't too busy, so we didn't even have to wait. I will say that the price was a bit steep for the proportions of the meal. I wish I would have gotten a bit more for the price that we paid. And I will also say I had a bite of the mole and it tasted a bit different than what I thought mole would taste like. I think if I wanted an appetizer and ambience, I would come back though! read more

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Came here for dinner with a couple friends and thought the interior ambiance was lovely, however we were seated in the outdoor patio in the back. We ordered a ceviche and a few main entrees to share. Nothing really stood out besides the coconut salsa on the rockfish. The main appeal of the restaurant seems to be the rotating menu with locally sourced ingredients. All in all, it was a decent meal for catching up with friends at the typical SF dinner price point, maybe slightly more. read more

Camino Alto - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Their menu is constantly changing -- true Californian farm to table cuisine. The first time I was here I was not wowed but this second time I loved all the dishes we tried. First, there was a very crisp photo and Jimmy nardello proper. The main proteins were all cooked to the perfect temperature and great seasonings. I particularly loved the ribeye and salmon with crispy quinoa. read more

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Ordered lunch from the weekend daytime menu over the weekend and we had a pleasant experience here. The open entrance and the wooden tables and seats created a bright, warm, and more welcoming environment. The food tasted clean and healthy. The ingredients were not too salty and not overly seasoned, therefore I could distinguish and enjoy each ingredients and thoroughly evaluate the taste. As for the klingeman farm pork belly, the pork was so tough and hard to chew, it hindered the experience, unless it would have been 5 stars review for me. read more

Camino Alto - Klingeman Farm Pork Belly - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Came here to use my Amex credits. The restaurant is very cozy and a place to be around locals away from all the tourists. The wine selection is pretty good and the servers help you with wine pairing as well. The food here is very filling and everything is local and sustainable. I got the rock fish which was very flavorful and it had some crispy rice. It was a unique blend of favor and texture. read more

Camino Alto - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Came here for SF restaurant week! Had the option of ordering off the regular menu or the SF restaurant week menu which is what we did. It was $45 for an app, entree, and dessert. Originally our reservation was for 7:30 but our friend had to last minute change it to 6 and the staff was extremely accommodating to our needs! The ambiance was really nice. The vibe inside is super cute. Although it is a little hard to hear with all the background noise and music, but not terrible. Service was great! Our servers were really attentive. My water was always full and they were always checking in on us. As for the food, I was sadly disappointed. The ceviche and chips were not that good. The chips were so stale, no crunch to it at all. I had to quite literally rip the tortilla chips apart with my hands just to get a bite in. When I would eat it, it would take me an insane amount of bites just to eat it. The presentation of the ceviche too was a bit off putting. What surprises me is that this is supposed to be $25! Not worth the actual price. The pork shoulder was just okay. I felt like it was bland and missing more flavor. Once again, the presentation was eh. I also believe this is supposed to be $38 which to me is insane. Finally dessert, it was a chocolate mousse. First bite was good but after eating more it was getting extremely sweet. Overall, ambiance and service is great! However, the food is overpriced, extremely bland, and lacks presentation. read more

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Great local neighborhood spot with a focus on fresh, high quality, seasonal ingredients and a rotating menu. I love the decor and the staff are all super friendly. They are only open for brunch on weekdays. My favorites are the ceviche and the plum party appetizer. The dinner usually has a. Vegetarian option, fish, chicken, and steak option so there is something for everyone. I love the simplified menu instead of places with 10 pages. read more

Camino Alto - Rockfish - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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This restaurant is a good spot for a weekday dinner. The back area that we sat in wasn't crowded or loud, and the pace of service was good. My friends and I agreed that the Japanese sweet potato was the best dish we tried (not pictured). They also really enjoyed their entrees, but I was a bit disappointed with the rockfish and would not recommend it unless you really like crispy rice. Of the two desserts -- one was a rhubarb crumble and the other was a something like a chocolate mousse -- we preferred the chocolate dessert. read more

Camino Alto - Rockfish and crispy rice with ginger lime coconut salsa - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Camino Alto has a nice interior layout - enjoyed the relaxed and intimate setting. I appreciated the clean ingredients - not overly rich or over salted. Highlight was the prime rib - nice garlic seasoning and broccolini and potato sides. Halibut was slightly fishy and underwhelming. Do not expect the desserts to be very sweet as well. read more

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This whole restaurant is an aesthetic. From the time you enter, sun drenched fiddle fig and Nina Simone to the walk down the corridor that open into an intimate lush dining area. The plants lining the room, the candles, the pop of color from the rose to miso sauce on radicchio, to ginger coconut sauce over rockfish, to strawberry rhubarb and chocolate pot for dessert. It is all vibrant yet airy and relaxed. The service is friendly and sweet. Most importantly the menu is creative, delicious yet light. My favorite was the California rose, whipped eggplant, yellowtail ceviche, the coconut sauce on the rockfish, the salty sweet pot de crème and strawberry rhubarb tart. Oops that's everything! read more

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Came here for a date night at 630... by the time we left the place was packed. Service was very friendly. My wife did say that she missed having bread a dinner! The food was ok... I'd prob give it a 3.5 stars. I guess it's prob just not my cup of tea. Although we live nearby probably won't go back. read more

Ambiance is gorgeous, very happening, good looking crowd. This was my second time eating here, first I was blown away during restaurant week. This time just didn't do it for me. The crispy potatoes weren't as great as I remember. I portions were also unbalanced. My husband had the Halibut and it came with a very large portion of white beans that tasted bland. Wine was great! Dessert tasted rushed and not very interesting. read more

Quaint cafe. You order and pay first at the counter and then they serve you at your table. I got the pork belly as recommended by many reviews and it was yummy! read more

Camino Alto - Pork belly - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

Some plates are really tasty - rockfish (not the actual fish but the crispy rice is da bomb), ceviche were amazing. On the other hand, Stratcciatella bread was way overcooked and dry. Didn't care for the desserts either - mousse and crumble were too sweet. Whiskey ginger drink was good, spritzer not so much. So it's a hit or miss but when it's good, it's good. The service is great and waiters are attentive. So is the ambiance. Clean, bright with lots of pretty flowers. They also charge 4% extra for service. read more

Camino Alto - The menu July 25 - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

Amazing cuisine, ambience, and service! 100% perfect date night spot. We loved their ceviche, ribeye steak with a couple of glasses of Sangiovese. Can't wait to come back to the cute neighborhood restaurant. read more

Camino Alto - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

Surprisingly good, nice spot, good location. We dined on the back patio which was nice but got pretty warm. Brunch has a nice menu with some unique dishes. Definitely would go back. read more

Camino Alto - Brunch: eggs with a mole sauce. - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Really nice "new Californian" restaurant with great ambiance and nice vibes, lighting, and noise level. We were whisked to a backyard area for dining, which is surprisingly warm even on a cold night and intimate. Our waiter, Olivia, was a superstar and provided terrific service, and I love the handwritten menus that are dated, it makes the experience feel special. We got the latkes, the yuzu party (salad is undergoing a rebrand and is called a party now), the halibut, and the steak. The starters were arguably better than the mains, but they were both tasty. The wine list was pretty comprehensive. A little on the pricey side, but I enjoyed my experience and will be back! read more

Camino Alto - Handwritten Menu! - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

I've walked by several times and always made a note to stop in. Finally made a reservation for a birthday dinner - this was relatively easy to score, and especially so because we made an early one (5PM). Saw people easily walk in as well. Because we were so early, it was a quiet and cozy dining experience. Part of why I wanted to come was the decor as well - a lot of neutral and calming furniture/interior color choices. I'd describe the food here as New Californian with a lot of East Asian influence. We ordered: - Wood oven Japanese sweet potato: roasted potato over a roasted red pepper sauce. Simple, but really tasty - maybe one of my favorites of the meal. This was a pretty substantial dish. I think they give you 2 whole potatoes at least (or that's what it felt like lol). Order if you're super hungry. - Seasonal beet salad with ricotta: pretty sure this isn't on the menu anymore as they switch out menu options based on what's fresh. I love a beet salad and this was really refreshing - had some nice crunch from the nuts. - Thai yellow curry with cod and snap peas, toasted quinoa: not bad. Good flavor but wasn't the stand out this time. Fish was cooked nicely though. - Chocolate pot de creme: I'm a chocolate girl and chose this over the fruity option but this was average at best. Would probably skip the dessert if I were to come again. Service staff was attentive but not overbearing. They also gave great recommendations and made the meal very comfortable. Would come by again for a casual dinner - I enjoyed myself and had a good birthday! read more

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Me and a friend went for brunch on a Sunday morning. It was pretty empty. The employee at the counter answered our questions about the menu and we ordered and went out back to sit in the patio space. The ambiance was perfect. I loved sitting in the enclosed patio in the sun. I got an espresso which was fine. They didn't have raw sugar which I usually use, only white or coconut sugar. I got the La vaquera with over hard eggs. It was so fresh and healthy. I also asked for additional hot sauce which they brought out in a cute bottle. It was a really lovely brunch! read more

Camino Alto - La vaquera with over hard eggs - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

Order the Rockfish with the glass of Pollerhof Vom Loess it will have you guessing the Bain of your existence. The restaurant owner knew what they were doing because the ambiance of place is perfect for that Boujee crowd. It was a ball having dinner here the service was great, the food was incredible, and it was in a great location. read more

Came for restaurant week with friends and it was great value! App, main, and dessert for $45! read more

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This is one of the best meals that I'm giving a negative review, for 3 specific reasons. 1) We were a party of 4, but were only given one menu and one wine list. When we asked for more, the server said, "Our chef only wants you to have one, so as to encourage a discussion about the menu." All 4 of us are huge foodies, and we don't need to be told to talk about the menu, and forcing us to share only delayed the evening. 2) After receiving a glass of wine, we said we were ready to order appetizers, but the server refused to take our order, stating, "The chef requires that you order all your food at the same time, including the entrees." That's BS, as how we react to the apps may impact what we order for our mains, and this just delayed receiving our apps even more. 3) Among 2 other entrees, we ordered the $69 ribeye, and requested it MEDIUM. It came out absolutely red throughout, not even medium rare but quite definitely on the bloody side of rare. When we asked for it to be taken back, the waiter could not have been more accommodating, but 15 minutes later he brought back the same dish, almost charred. It was as if the chef wanted to punish us and teach us a lesson. The rest of the food was quite good, especially the Rock Fish in Curry w/ Crispy rice, and the overall service was excellent, but to be told twice how we should order and how we should find enjoyment in our meal was a bit much. After paying over $500 for a meal for 4, I think we should have the right to two menus, at least. We won't be coming back. read more

Camino Alto - Twice cooked ribeye... thumbs down. - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

We had the fish tacos and the salmon bowl with broccoli -- both flavorful, fresh, and neatly presented. The matcha was just okay, nothing special. The space is clean and pleasant, and overall, we enjoyed it. read more

Came back to my favorite restaurant for my birthday! I love this restaurant because it is easy to get a reservation and the restaurant has a farm to table like cuisine so the menu changes daily! We ordered the sweet potato to share and it was such a big portion! Then I got the halibut, which was cooked perfectly. For dessert, we got the apple crisp and chocolate dessert and the chocolate dessert was so good. They also did something small for my birthday, which I really appreciated! read more

Camino Alto - Roasted Japanese sweet potato - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

Disappointing birthday dinner at a restaurant just trying to be too much. Showed up with a party of 8 and right from the start, the service was strange. Only gave us two menus for the table - seemed a bit put out when we asked for more. Had a selection of appetizers: Brussels sprouts - good, not amazing Ceviche - where's the tuna? Waited a loooooong time for entrees and they were out of halibut so they said they would do the sole and dress it as halibut.... two people ordered sole dressed as halibut and two people ordered the sole.... when they served them, they served them backwards... so people didn't get what they ordered... realized about half way through eating... sheesh. New york strip was super expensive but was inconsistently cooked and super fatty in places. Cauliflower was good, but super dry Pork shoulder was fine.... There were 2 tables left at the end of the night with 4 people working there but they couldn't seem to have attentive service... mostly they were just talking to each other and organizing the bar. We spent way too much for an average dinner and won't be going back to this place... they basically don't care what kind of experience they give their customers. Frustrating. And the food is just meh. More like "Comida Baja". read more

I know everyone has very personal and individual experiences when they dine but I truly wanted to share how amazing my experience was here. Food allergies are sometimes looked down upon as burdens and not once during my dinner did I feel like that. Our server was confident and so kind about making the experience amazing. The owner even came to check on everyone in our area. I usually am never able to have dessert and I was and it truly was an amazing dinner I will for sure be back! The food was fresh delicious and unique. I really appreciated this experience as someone who usually struggles with having a smooth sailing dinner. read more

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Came here for restaurant week and wow! We always pass this place and have been meaning to try so restaurant week allowed us to do that. The menu was well worth the value. On first glance the apps didn't sound as appetizing to us but we were so surprised when they entered our mouths. Such unique and delicious flavors. The rockfish was also so unique and delicious. Felt very fresh and local. We loved the farm to fork vibes. We can't wait to return. They have a nice back patio too! Good vibes. read more

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Came here for SF Restaurant week and had a good experience! We walked in as a group of 7 right at opening without reservations and they were very accommodating. They were able to move things around so that we didn't have to wait hours to be seated, and that we were also able to sit together. The inside has a California coastal feel with the white oak wood and wishbone chairs. Very comfortable and classy atmosphere. The bathrooms were also clean. From the Restaurant Week menu I chose the Japanese sweet potato, pork shoulder, and then the apple crisp for dessert. The sweet potato had a wonderful crispy skin and went well with the orange sauce. The pork shoulder was tender and flavorful. The apple crisp came out warm with crunchy granola and a super light creme on top. I liked all of my dishes. The portions were also larger than I was expecting and I was definitely stuffed by the time I left. The house-made non alcoholic coriander limeade was also fantastic. Not overly sweet and had a nice herby flavor. Overall, I had a great time at Camino Alto, and would recommend this spot to friends and family looking for solid new American food in a read more

Couldn't recommend this spot more! Every staff member was extremely nice and the restaurant had a great ambiance for a date or just grabbing dinner with a friend. We ordered the tuna ceviche, the stracciatella cheese and the flank steak. Each dish had a unique combination of flavors, but were all extremely delicious and generous portion sizes. The menu changes frequently keeping it new, fresh and seasonal. I definitely will be coming back here and excited to see the new items on their menu. read more

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Came here for the first time today with a small group of people, I tipped well but wasn't given a fork or napkin at the order station, and when I went to go ask for one, I said "hi, would it be chill if I got some silverware?" (I thought I was being friendly/polite, this is how my friends and I talk to each other). The girl working at the counter scowled at me and in a mean tone said, "chill? Is it chill if you had silverware?" And I was so confused I just kind of fumbled around for my words and was like "oh sorry I didn't get any silverware", then she literally turned around, laughed at me to her coworker in this weird, emphatic way, and I tried to play it cool saying "sorry, I don't leave the house enough" (as if I had said something weird that warranted a hostile reaction?) but it was just so ...mean. I wish I could take back the tip. The food wasn't even that great, I can't imagine treating somebody like that in general, especially not in a customer service setting. read more

Bad service (waited 15 min before anyone noticed about our table to give us water) Food was a 5/10 - had the flank steak and salmon (both VERY average) SUPER cute aesthetic in the back patio area read more