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I've been working in the Fidi for over 10 years and have never noticed this place until recently. I decided to try it out today and got the Don. It's quite tasty and fresh. Don't let the small looking sandwich fool you, it is very filling despite its size. It is on the pricier side compared to others in the area, but I'd definitely come back for this for the quality alone. I got in around 1140a on a Wednesday and there was no crowd. read more

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Good not great. I ordered the Italian beef which I was told by the staff is the most popular. I wouldn't rush back for it but also not something I would turn down if I was in the area. Tough because SF is such a vibrant food scene to justify going out of your way for this. You won't be upset you just won't be wowed. read more

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Hole in the wall sandwich shop with some Italian desserts and the first time I've ever seen cannoli chocolate bars! Yeah, you read that right, that's NOT a typo. Wanted to try it but since I'm not really a chocolate person I'll leave it to you chocolate lovers to review. Super friendly staff and Super nice. I was asking for ice and they went above and beyond to give me ice for the fresh orange juice I bought. Their fresh orange juice was so good we bought multiples of them! Sandwiches are made fresh here. Good and decent. Stop by on your lunch break and support this local business! read more

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Nette T.

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I passed by here whilst I was running errands and saw that this shop had good sandwiches. I ordered the Don, which tasted good because of the balsamic spread, and added some sweetness. I liked the grill marks on the bread (I got Dutch crunch) and it was super yummy and warm on a chilly day. The meats were sliced super thin which I appreciated. The next time I'm going to try the mortadella, everything on the menu looked so good! read more

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I love a good Italian deli:-) As you await your food, peruse their collection of Italian goods they offer such as olive oil or cured meats. Just really love it. Love to be here. Felt like I was transported to Italy.... Haha I wish... Today, I decided to try their cold sandwich, the Salumi Piccante on Focaccia. Hmmm... not as impactful as their panini pressed Don on Focaccia with truffle spread. Yummm... However, on this visit, I also tried their tomato soup. Very good and comforting. There's bread included for you to sop up the tomatoey goodness. Would love to try their other sandwiches on a future visit. read more

Grasso SF - tomato soup, The Don on focaccia with truffle (my fave so far) and Salumi Picanti on focaccia - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Ben L.

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Had an Italian cheesesteak paid 20$ just for the sandwich just for the meat to be all chewy parts. Nasty never coming here again. read more

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Jane M.

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This place is an Italian gem. They serve authentic Italian lunch items, such as sandwiches and salads and provide croissant sandwich for breakfast. They also sell a wide variety of Italian food products. Great staff that is welcoming and friendly. read more

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Claire B.

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Love! Freshly made salads and sandwiches that are tasty with generous portions. I'm a big fan of the combo - half salad, half sandwich. Soups are yummy too, including the tomato. Warm and friendly service. Try it! read more

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Navin K.

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Excellent lunch spot in the Financial District. I was heading to a San Francisco Climate Week event at the 9Zero co-working space nearby and stopped by around 1:30 pm as I wasn't sure they'd provide any food or snacks there. After a quick glance at the menu, I settled on the spicy sausage and pepper panini, which happened to be a great choice. The sandwich was steaming hot and served with tomatoes and arugula on the side. I took my time, living in the moment, savoring every last delicious bite. Service was friendly. The location was clean with a few tables inside and outside, and interesting bottles, and jars with condiments along the walls. I will certainly be back to try some of their other options. read more

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A new Italian sandwich shop serving up some really fancy meats and cheeses in their sandwiches. And while they really like their panini press here, I kinda prefer the cold sandwiches more. But no matter what you order, it will be so much bougier than Subway. Breakfast Croissant with Mortadella, Provolone, Egg: Interesting French/Italian fusion. A croissant that is grilled flat in a panini press. Filled with runny fried egg, mortadella and provolone. You pick your own meat & cheese, but I got what was recommended. It worked out nicely and was quite a filling breakfast. Chocolate Croissant: It seemed like a pretty standard chocolate croissant, likely not made in-house. But the cashier recommended I get it heated, so I did. Turned out that heating it in a panini press gives it a little grill marks and made it crispy. A really interesting way to have a chocolate croissant. The Don: A bunch of different meats, but somehow didn't seem that filling. I guess it's because everything was sliced thin and the provolone melted into the bread. The bread itself was like a chewy focaccia with one side having nice panini grill marks. Felt a little bland with just bread, meat, cheese and a smidge of balsamic. There was some arugula and tomatoes served in a side cup. It kinda looked like a side salad, but there was no dressing. So maybe I was supposed to add it to the sandwich myself? But if that's they case, why didn't they just do that (either before or after the panini press step)? Salumi Picante: Much better than the panini pressed sandwich I had. The veggies were on the sandwich, not in a side cup. The spicy spread was a lot more flavorful than simple balsamic. And the spicy meats and cheese had a lot of personality. It wasn't like Korean-hot or anything, but had a nice kick for Italian. Really liked this. Tomato Gorgonzola Soup: I'm a big fan of tomato soup with sandwiches, since it feels so homey. Especially on a rainy day. And I do like when it's a little creamy. I've had a lot of tomato soup, but I've never had anything like this. Theirs was made creamy with tangy gorgonzola. So it's both creamy and got that nice bleu cheese tang. Each spoonful is quite intense and full of flavor. Cappuccino: I said it was for here and they still gave it to me in paper cup. I had seen a bunch of proper ceramic coffee cups near the espresso machine, so figured asking for it for here would mean I'd get served in a reusable cup. Guess they're not that sustainable. The cappuccino was fine, pretty standard. read more

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Alisa B.

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My favorite lunch spot in FiDi!!! You can't go wrong. ANYTHING inside their foccacia bread is my recommendation. Fluffy and good quality bread. The Bello Prosciutto Sandwich is definitely my go-to. Simple, but flavorful! They don't skimp on the balsamic vinegar... but I'll definitely try their truffle spread next time! It's very close to the Embarcadero BART Station too. It's an easy pick up spot while in the area. There's also seating, but it's very crowded during weekday lunch hours! read more

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Claudia S.

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Quick lunch of my dreams! Great location, quaint decor, delicious (!) panini and an even better soup. Lovely little selection of Italian beverages. What else could a girl want. Only issue we encountered was that they put a slice of crostini on the salad - can see how it's unexpected for gluten free customers ordering some leafy greens. read more

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Natalie L.

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Came here because it's close to my office, and I'm glad I gave it a try! The menu looked really promising, and I was excited to see balsamic cream as a spread on some of the sandwich options. I ended up getting the Bella Mortadella, and the mortadella balanced well with the soft, salty cheese. The balsamic cream could have been a bit more flavorful, in my opinion, to help offset how heavy the fillings were, though. The focaccia I chose for my sandwich was lightly crispy, fluffy, and very herby. Definitely recommend that as your bread of choice. I also got a tomato gorgonzola soup as a combo with the sandwich because it was a really cold day. The sandwich dipped in the soup was nice and nourishing, but they're definitely not meant to be paired like that because the soup overpowered the sandwich's flavors. My bad. Would definitely love to come again when I'm in the office, and I'd love to give the bello prosciutto a shot! read more

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Austin P.

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I stopped in here in need of lunch. I ended up getting a sandwich (with a side salad) and a cannolo. The sandwich was pretty tasty. The cannolo was just okay, in my opinion. The shell seemed soggy. They also sell some specialty groceries, which is cool. And they have wifi, which let me catch up on some work! read more

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Dayton W.

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Had the pesto pollo sandwich and it was by far the best sandwich I've had in sf so far. read more

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Stacy T.

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The Don sandwich is the best sandwich I've eaten outside of Italy and I don't say that lightly. It's honestly the perfect combination if you get The Don on their house-made focaccia bread with black truffle spread. So delicious and satisfying for a quick lunch. The exceptional quality of all the ingredients is evident and was so good I went back to pick up another for dinner. The service is also top notch. So friendly and full of super helpful suggestions to make the sandwich of your dreams. They also have freshly made soups and a selection of market items like olives, artichoke hearts and dried pasta as well. Such a great addition to the Fidi restaurant scene. Wholeheartedly recommend. I will be making sure I take my statins and returning often! Don't miss it - its tucked between Perbacco and the Dispensary. read more

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Kevin M.

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Super friendly and they really seem to care about their customers. Plus, they have great sandwiches! Next time I'll need to try a salad. read more

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Adrien V.

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I ended up on California Street between 2 projects and wanted to grab lunch while sitting down. I found Porcellino very inviting from the door so I got in. The lady at the front desk was very friendly and the rest of the stuff was very nice and polite. The Hot Panini (Bella Mortadella) was delicious. Prices are super reasonable and the ambiance is top. Will come again when I'm in the city! read more

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Misha T.

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A very good mortadella sandwich. The cheese adds a subtle funk that really elevates it. SF has always had great legacy italian delis (like Molinari) and we're somehow in a second renaissance of italian sandwiches with places like this, limoncello, and bettola. What a time to be alive. read more

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Nicholas G.

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This place was good albeit the temperatures on the food were a little off; somethings were hotter than others on the same sandwich. Would go back though read more

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Rachel G.

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Some of the freshest prosciutto I've had in awhile. The $14 sandwich was composed of fresh focaccia, balsamic, arugula, tomato, provolone, and prosciutto di parma - absolutely delicious! Will come back for a lunch treat just down the strreet from the office! read more

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Matthew S.

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Love this spot for a quick breakfast and espresso. Super friendly service and always tasty. read more

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Helena L.

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Great lunch spot with a couple tables inside and outside. Sandwiches made to order and The Don has everything you want in a sandwich. I think I'll opt for the focaccia bread next but if you're into Italian deli this is definitely a great spot to check out! read more

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David C.

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What is amazing place it's beautiful inside the chef Derrick is always there. He's overseeing everything. He has 25 sandwiches and puts up his favorite ate, but they do everything from minestrone to any kind of sandwich or prepared deli packs. You want to take home as well. Staff (Samuel and gloria) are super cool and high-quality meats, homemade focaccia bread, and all sorts of Italian favorites, salamis pastas olives, etc.. read more

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Merra K.

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Excellent sandwich! Everything was so simple but so good! I got a make your own hot sandwich highly recommend. Included sundried tomatoes and garlic aioli spread yum! Plenty of seating. Would come back for sure. New lunch spot. The lunch time rush is real though so maybe work around that. read more

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Lilian M.

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If you're a fan of prosciutto, I recommend you try the Bello Prosciutto sandwich with an incredibly fluffy and aromatic rosemary-infused focaccia bread. You can also order your own custom sandwich made to your liking! read more

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Majs J.

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meatball appetizer was so good, tender and the marinara was rich and garlicky. service was solid but it got busy and our drinks took a while. nice spot with a warm vibe. read more

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Friendly service, good coffee and breakfast items, clean, comfortable spot to stop into when early for an appointment. Looking forward to trying them for lunch. read more

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Finally made it for lunch (was mostly stopping by for a coffee in the morning) Ordered the Bello Prosciutto on ciabatta read more

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Ana C.

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Decided to try this place out during my lunch break! There's not many options in the financial district since the pandemic. First impressions the place is aesthetically pleasing and the aroma of deli meats is amazing. The reason for the three star review is solely because the lady who took our order spoke to my colleague and I as if we were incompetent. Made us both really uncomfortable but we still chose to order a meal to help the small business to continue to thrive in the not so busy city. read more

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We ordered hot panninis that were the bomb! As good as being transported to Tuscany. I got Bella Mortadella, friends got The Don and Tartufo Vegetarian. Will definitely be back. read more

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Alexander B.

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Wow this is probably my favorite lunch sandwich place now! The Piazza Porchetta was absolutely perfect - warm focaccia, flavorful Porchetta, and a nice truffle sauce. Highly highly recommend stopping by read more

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Paul B.

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Salumi Piccante sandwich on soft roll was fantastic! Great new Italian deli near Tadich Grill. read more

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Anthony S.

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Pass by this place everyday on the way to work so I decided to patronize. Long line which is expected at lunch hour. So no big deal I'll wait. Ordered the porchetta panini which I was super excited for. Who doesn't like porchetta? When I got my order it seemed strange that my panini was super small and there was a soup in there as well, I asked the cashier if this order was correct and if I'm supposed to get a soup with my sandwich. She said yes and kind of pushed me along to get to the next customer. It's busy so whatever, come to find out that I got someone else's order. Which was a soup and sandwich combo of mortadella and Brie plus an Italian wedding soup. Super disappointed being that the sandwich I paid for was more expensive and I was really looking forward to trying their porchetta. Would like to support local businesses but it's hard when you are disappointed in what you get. read more

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Jeanette H.

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Decided to try this spot out for lunch and man am I glad we did! There was a line when we got there but it moved pretty quick. The woman ringing us up was delightful and helped us make some choices. Scored a table and waited about 10 min for our name to be called. I ordered the Salumi Picante on focaccia and it did not disappoint! The meats pretty much melted in your mouth. The chili spread was mild but flavorful with a slight sweetness. The Stracchino cheese added a creamy texture that elevated the sando. If you're tired of the same boring deli sandwiches, give this place a try! read more

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Michele R.

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Absolutely delicious. I had The Don on focaccia and minestrone soup. The sandwich was perfect, bread was amazing. Perfect fresh ingredients and loved the bread. read more

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Stopped by for lunch during the work week. Ordered the pesto pollo panini and a small minestrone soup. The sandwich bread was focaccia and it was delicious. The inside of the shop is also very nice, clean, and a good selection of stuff to buy. read more

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Wyatt N.

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Office is across the street and noticed this place just opened up. Essentially an Italian cold cuts store with salads and sandwiches. I got the Don, absolutely incredible. The meat is some of the best I've had, the focaccia is perfect, and the truffle spread is insane. They were super nice in the store as well. I will be trying everything from this place and highly recommend you do as well. read more

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Support your local food spot!! Well this spot is pretty awesome to look at has the a great ambiance in side and who doesn't like that logo in front of the store. I went here for breakfast and got croissants with percioutto and mozzarella panini style. It's delicious and with that great coffee on the side makes my morning go. Highly recommend everything in this spot. The people that work here is down to earth and fast service. "Don't need to take my word for it." Just try it!! read more

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Raisin B.

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Great lunch spot in FiDi! We did a large work order and they charmingly made all of our sandwiches into salads. I say that but it was actually better than expected - it came with bread so almost a deconstructed sandwich :) Highly recommend and great for vegetarians and meat eaters alike! read more

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214 California St
San Francisco, CA 94111
Financial District
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(415) 658-7923
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What time does Grasso SF open?

Grasso SF opens at 7:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.

What time does Grasso SF close?

Grasso SF closes at 3:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Grasso SF is closed on Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Fri 7:00 AM - 3:00 PMSat-Sun Closed

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Does Grasso SF serve alcohol?

Yes, Grasso SF serves alcohol.

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Does Grasso SF have outdoor seating?

Yes, Grasso SF has outdoor seating options.

Does Grasso SF have parking?

Yes, Grasso SF has parking options.

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Yes, Grasso SF has free WiFi.

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Emmy's Spaghetti Shack

Okay, so firstly I apologize, I did not take any pictures of the food. I was so dang hungry that I…read moreimmediately dug in to the shrimp scampi toast and the chicken parm. Both were chef's kiss great, and the portions were just right for two hungry people. Our server, Atilla, became my best friend. He was super attentive, very honest, and had a great sense of humor. My friend and I sat outside in the patio (we got there at 6ish), it was a nice day and we were the first ones to sit in there. Him and I like to talk over each other so I can imagine that when the patio is full, convos are the rage. Inside is super vibey, very dark, and decorated with nostalgic pieces. The price point is very generous, considering the portions and quality of the food. This is also a late-night spot, so either way, come hungry. I ordered the basil sweet tea (deep breath), and it was so refreshing and tasty. My bonus kid texted me after I got home to ask me of any dinner spots I would recommend and I IMMEDIATELY sent him my recommendation of Emmy's Spaghetti Shack.

Me, my husband, and 2 of our friends came on a Monday for the "Monday is for Lovers" deal - $60…read more(CASH ONLY) for two appetizers, one entrée, one dessert, and a bottle of wine. Each couple did the deal and it was a perfect amount of food! You really can't find anywhere with this great of a deal - such a bang for your buck. We ordered the spicy caesar, cauliflower arancini, meatballs, and semolina garlic bread with sauce for the appetizers. I think the cauliflower arancini was my favorite out of the 4! It came out so fresh and the parmesan and marinara dips went perfectly with it. SO GOOD! For the main we did the rigatoni bolo bianco and chicken parm. Both were so good - I think the chicken parm might've been my favorite out of the two. The chicken was so flavorful. We ordered the house white for the wine, which went perfectly with our meal. It was light and refreshing. The meal ended with a peaches and creme panna cotta with some bread crumbs on top. SO DELICIOUS! Our waiter was amazing - it was our first time and he pretty much gave us the rundown on what he would get for first timers doing the Monday is for Lovers deal, which we ended up doing just that. He was so attentive and friendly. The ambiance was so cool, it felt like NY vibes in there - I loved it. This will definitely be a spot I'll take friends who are visiting out of town. Overall, I had a great experience!

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Shrimp Scampi

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Caprizza Ristorante

4.7

(53 reviews)

2.8 mi

Went on short notice on Memorial Day weekend. Very friendly staff, casual atmosphere, and…read moresurprisingly good food (I don't normally expect a Caesar salad to be so flavorful.) I went specifically to get the fettucine Alfredo, which was on the online menu, but not the one we were handed, but they were happy to make it for me anyway, and it was excellent; exactly what I wanted. Starters and entrees were so great we were disappointed we weren't given a dessert menu. We were so full, though, that's probably fortunate.

Great spot! Easy to make a reservation online, with plenty of space for either a larger group or a…read moredate night. The ambiance inside was really nice and comfortable. I ordered the rigatoni con capesante, which was rigatoni with spicy vodka sauce and scallops. The pasta was cooked perfectly al dente, and the sauce paired really well with the scallops. I would definitely order this again. They also provided bread for the table. Overall, a nice spot with reasonable prices, especially for the city.

Fettuccine Alfredo w Chicken

Caprizza

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Dining area

Pasta Supply

4.4

(86 reviews)

2.9 mi

We had a delicious dinner here! Ordered 2 pastas and we definitely made a mistake in not ordering…read moremore. The food was so good tasted flavorful cooked with love and passion. We thought the Ravioli were dry or needed a different sauce but overall amazing food, service and a minimal causal dining experience.

Llegamos al lugar porque el restaurante donde íbamos a comer se encontraba cerrado…read more Le dinos la oportunidad porque amo las pastas... Seguimos la recomendación de la señorita del front y ordenamos la lasagna y de tomar limonada de fresa. Adicional pedimos chips de garlic con jalapeño para acompañar. La ensalada de entrada, está buena, nada del otro mundo. La lasagna me esperaba algo extremadamente rico pero no, estaba pasable y muy ácida (creo que era por la salsa verde); hasta frijoles tenía, cosa que nunca había probado. El lugar limpio si, ambiente bueno con su música. Muy caro, refiriéndome al precio, no se si regresaría.

Inside restaurant and pasta collection

Store front

Lil' juicy meatballs

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Delfina

Delfina is always 5 stars. The ambiance and the friendly and knowledgeable servers are…read moreunparalleled. The pesto fazzoletti pasta was wonderful - the sauce wasn't too overpowering and the noodles were perfectly al dente. The beef cheek agnolottis were so fun and tender with a hearty sauce. But my goodness ... the porcini pizza was NOT it. When it originally came out, it smelled like I was in the Tenderloin and it was really hard to get over that. Once it cooled down, the smell tampered down but the taste was really "funky". We ate it, but the choices were: 1) eat terrible smelling pizza or 2) lukewarm and still not great tasting pizza. Sorry, but it wasn't a great end to our meal. :(

Delfina is a classic SF institution! I can't believe I haven't been here until recently. Love the…read morevibey decor inside and the beautiful bar. Definitely order the pastas as those were the highlight of our meal. The agnolotti was salty and beefy and perfect. The pesto fazzoletti was vibrant and I loved the shape of the pasta to grab onto all the pesto! The mushroom pizza was delicious as well. My favorite cocktail was the Italiano 75. Service was amazing. Need to come back to try more items!

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Arcana

If you love plants you'll adore Arcana in San Francisco because it's a beautiful sanctuary of…read moreplants and cool vibes. Located in the legendary Mission District of San Francisco, this wine bar is a great spot to catch up with friends and enjoy small bites and yummy crafted cocktails. Their decor is very chic and I especially loved all of the hardware, glasses, tables, and benches. This place was styled by a great design artist. Even though the place was pretty packed and can be kind of noisy, I still felt very calm amongst all the healthy plants and loved the sophisticated 70s inspired glassware. Another great feature of this place is that you can buy most of the plants because they have some for sale so after a couple of cocktails, I was ready to redecorate my whole house with all the plants. I ordered a yummy Rose blend that was super crisp. Also enjoyed the Truffle Fungi! A delicious Shiitake and oyster mushrooms with parmesan and arugula on toasted bread. Their Spanish inspired potatoes were delicious with their dipping sauce. They have lots of gatherings there and DJ sets on the weekends. Lastly, a photographer would die to take pictures here. There is no bad shot as the design artist made sure every section of this cute wine bar was picture perfect. Loved all my photos and videos. I look forward to returning to this exquisite wine bar!

Clearly says 9:30pm for the cover/ticket charge. I am uploading this at 9:19pm, but the whole…read moreinteraction started maybe 10 minutes prior. Charging the $10 event fee on discretion before the posted event start time seems... shady? illegal? My two friends got in a few minutes before with no cover. I was dealing with a bike lock while they went in. We were not there for the event but rather as volunteers from the weekly cleanup refuse crew in the Mission. You get perks as a thank-you for doing your part in making the City a cleaner place. We had just had a lovely time at another participating business (Beehive) and planned on Arcana being our final stop. Thankfully I was able to use the restroom without a fee, with my gear held up outside by the security team. While waiting in the restroom line, I told a staff member about all this, and the worker seemingly went up to the front to find out what's going on. The line took a few minutes, my friends also bumped into me, and I told them I'd likely wait for them outside the business post-restroom while they finished their wine. Already reported to the Mayor's Office. Maybe I'll add BBB. Should be honest and equitable! Four out of 200+ reviews by me have been one star, so I rarely share negativity. It's all rather unfortunate as other visits here went off without an issue. I warned a group of four about all this while I waited out front, and after talking to the front door folks, they left and thanked me for the advice. Please be careful if you visit here. . . .

Downstairs

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Tony's Pizza Napoletana

Food was awesome but the venue needs work. Way too crazy. Not enough comfortable seating.read more

Delicious. Great tomato sauce. Friendly waiters. Good vibes. Margherita was lovely. Been there 3…read moretimes in 3 weeks.

Il Padrino Sicilian pizza

The place we sitted

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Margarita pizza, award winning for a reason!

Fog Harbor Fish House

Family-owned & operated

Full bar

Food was amazing but what's more amazing is the service we got from Jorge! Very attentive, very…read morefriendly and just a warm person in general! Made the experience much better!!

Service and food was great! Juju our server was on point! She was friendly and attentive and was…read moreour pleasure to encounter! What was disappointing was when I was lead in , on to my seat there was a slippery pieces of lettuce I almost slipped on. When I paused to tell someone I witnessed a couple of workers just stepped over it. So I told someone at the bar about it and they took care of it. "I think." Otherwise I'd come back!

Fresh Local Dungeness Crab

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SF Classic - Cioppino

Udon Mugizo - San Francisco

Locally owned & operated

The food is delicious. We have tonkatsu udon and mentai cream udon as well as the lychee soda…read morereally cute. Our server Jeff was really quick to take order and was always available to attend to you which was nice. Overrall quick service and affordable price would recommended!

Nisa was a fantastic hospitality professional; she was warm and inviting...provided a fantastic…read morerecommendation (Katsu Curry Udon)!

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Dumpling Home

Ok...been to 3 must eat restaurants and this one is top…read more Everything was delicious I left so full and happy The place is clean and busy pro tip get your name on before 7:00pm they will close the check in and wait. The soup dumplings was the best i have ever tasted also the fried dumplings is a must try. It is away from Chinatown but worry very authentic. Michelin star rated

I've heard good things about this place for a while and finally got to try it…read more We went around 5:05 on a Saturday. They literally just opened at 5 but almost all indoor seats were filled already. We were sat outside, which was pretty nice. The pan fried juicy pork bao was my absolute favorite. It was the first dish that came, very hot and super crispy on the bottom. My second favorite was the wood and silver ear mushrooms in house dressing, I've always had this dish with only the black wood ears, never seen it with both the black ones and silver ones. We also got some seasoned beef pockets, they were good but not to the level of the pan fried baos and the wood ears. My least favorite of the things we ordered today were the zha jiang noodles, they were eh‍. The service was fast and the employees were nice. They came around frequently to refill the hot tea for us too. My friend said the bathroom line was really long and took forever tho. At first when we saw a line on the sidewalk we thought it was some famous place next door, turned out it was the bathroom line.

Inside, packed even during a Wednesday lunch

Pork Xiao Long Bao (4 pcs.)

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Dry fried Chicken Wings

Four Chairs

Amazing! I'm actually going there for the second time today!…read more My family arrived early, so the wait was only about five minutes before we were seated. I don't remember if there was music, but it was a busy, lively place with multiple conversations happening at once. It was definitely a cozy, home type atmosphere. A few people ordered chicken and waffles, so I had the chance to try it, and it was delicious! The waffles melted in my mouth! That's what I plan to order next time. I order a Korean chicken sandwich. It was very tasty and large. I had leftovers! I was disappointed because I forgot my leftovers on the table . Note to self: NEVER DO THAT AGAIN. The lemonade was very flavorful, and my kids enjoyed it too. I even tried an alcoholic beverage, I can't remember the name, but I swapped it for lemonade because it was THAT good. As I mentioned earlier, I will definitely return to this restaurant and highly recommend it.

Four chairs is always packed for brunch every time I drive by the mission, so it was time to give…read moreit a try. Their Asian take on brunch is quite refreshing. I ordered the K-Bomb chicken Benny and oh boy will you leave satisfied in every way. The perfectly poached eggs are served on top of a fluffy slice of bread topped with kimchi-hollandaise sauce. The chicken was a Korean style fried chicken with a crunchy sweet and spicy bbq sauce reminiscent of gochujang and honey. Home fries and green salad with sesame dressing topped it all off. The mango matcha latte was also quite good and the price for SF and for all that food was great value for the money. Ambiance is casual and a bit loud as can be expected from a brunch place but overall it is clean and a fun spot to meet friends for brunch. Don't stay too long after paying though or you will get stared at by the folks waiting in line. Overall definitely recommend checking them out. I look forward to trying other specialties here.

Chipotle Benedict, Mascarpone Pancake, & Chicken Apple Scramble

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K-bomb chicken benny

Surisan

Locally owned & operated

10 years in business

Went here for both dinner and brunch and I can say that you go to surisan for their delicious…read moreKorean fusion brunch goodness! There is a waitlist for the weekends with a 30min est. wait time but it's well worth it! Easy to kill time around the area since you're near the pier to catch a stunning morning view. Staff is very quick & attentive despite their headcount to customer ratio so kudos to that! I've had great quick experiences in both settings. Must gets: Korean fried chicken (soy garlic in particular, skip the honey butter) Galbjim eggs Benedict, the fatty saltiness of the pork really compliments the light and creamy goodness of an eggs Benedict! Hollaindaise sauce was delicious as well!!

We went here looking at the photos and relying on fellow Yelpers, but sadly this place wasn't worth…read morethe visit. We got poached eggs, I am guessing they poached it with lemon or vinegar because the eggs were almost inedible. They were very sour. The French toast was also okay, not something I would go back for again. Reason for 3 stars - Orange juice and Caramel Latte were super delish!

Flight of millionaire's bacon

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Pimped up ramyun, locomoco, Blackstone benedict

The Buena Vista

Walked in on the early evening of 05/22/26 to be snapped at by the waitress handling the tables…read morenear the entrance so thought we would either leave or be in for a bad evening. WRONG We managed to find a table for the 6 of us, including a disabled member, in the back. The waitress and the gentleman assisting her could not have been nicer!! The drinks and food came quickly and was amazingly delicious ( although reviews said it would be)!!! The gentleman employee was especially attentive to assisting the disabled member of our group, even helping her stand and get around. Could not be happier except for not living closer to frequent Buena Vista more often. (PS... had items from gift shop shipped and they were packaged so very well and arrived cross- country within one week) Great experience

One of those iconic San Francisco spots that's absolutely worth visiting. From the moment we walked…read morein, the staff was fantastic from the hostess to the bartenders, everyone was friendly, welcoming, and made us feel right at home. The atmosphere is open, lively, and inviting. We loved the large communal tables where you can share space with other groups and even strike up conversations with new people. It's a fun, social experience that adds to the charm. Of course, the Irish coffees lived up to the hype. The food was decent. The location couldn't be better either, sitting right across the street from the cable car turnaround and the beautiful Aquatic Park, making it a perfect stop while exploring the city.

Summer of love 2017 at the Buena Vista

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Discovering Il Porcellino Grasso was a game-changer for my lunch breaks, serving up the best sandwiches downtown that strike a perfect balance between quality and value in the FiDi. This place is a shrine to Italian cured meats, where every bite is a testament to their craft. The owner's personal engagement with patrons sets a new standard for service, making you feel genuinely appreciated. Highly recommended for anyone looking for an exceptional take-away experience that goes beyond the ordinary. read more

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