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    La Ciccia

    4.4 (1.3k reviews)
    PriceySeafood, Sardinian
    Closed 5:30 pm - 9:45 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Dessert
    Kimberly W.

    Cute little Italian restaurant. It's a little small and a little dim, with a cozy atmosphere. For weekends and holidays, I'd recommend a reservation, as it was a little full despite it being a weekday. We visited with reservations, and we were seated almost immediately, but it was probably a little less than half empty. However, as the night progressed, I did notice it fill up with individuals starting to sit in the bar seating. The staff was so friendly, so cute, and so happy to be here. The staff was so helpful in sharing the specials and recommending wine and appetizers with our food selection. The food was amazing: the octopus was delicious, the lamb was delicious, and the desserts were delicious. None of the foods had a gritty taste. A little on the pricier side, but worth a try as the food is delicious! + Kind staff + Chill cozy environment + Recommend the dessert and the octopus appetizer + Pricier side + Reservations!

    The birthday "dessert"
    Anirudh C.

    Our experience at Ciccia was extremely disappointing, especially since we were there to celebrate my birthday. Almost everything was overloaded with salt, the gnocchi was poorly prepared, and there were barely any vegetarian options. We had to specially request a basic red sauce pasta, and when we asked to add vegetables, it came with only a few chopped carrots and onions. The waiter even mentioned parsley as one of the vegetables, which was ridiculous, and he was also very difficult to understand. To make the birthday experience even worse, they did not bring out a dessert and literally just brought a candle. Overall, the food, service, and lack of effort were unacceptable. Avoid this place.

    Spaghittusu cun Allu Ollu e Bottariga, probably the best out of the 3 we ordered. It was good, but not super good.
    Joyce L.

    Round it up to 4 star since their service was pretty good. I was craving pasta, so I came to Yelp to find a new place to try. La Ciccia came up with really high rating and lots of review, so I decided to give it a try. Here're what we ordered: Spaghetti with fish roe 4/5 light, savory, pretty good Sea urchin pasta: 3/5 its a tomato based sea urchin pasta, I think I make better uni pasta tbh Ragu: 3/5 very very standard Shrimp with basil oil: 4/5 better than the pasta dishes we ordered. But a few shrimp didn't taste fresh Thin bread with cheese and rosemary: 3/5 it was very salty. Crunchy, and that's about it. Service was great, but unfortunately the food had more to desire.

    Spaghittusu cun allu ollu e bottariga
    Olivier G.

    I remember La Ciccia being a regular on the SF Chronicle Top 100 Restaurants list back when Michael Bauer was the critic. After he retired, the list was discontinued. Now that it's been brought back in 2025, I'm happy to see that La Ciccia is still on it. I actually visited the restaurant just before the new 2025 list came out. La Ciccia is located in Noe Valley and has a cozy, intimate vibe. It really feels like a neighborhood spot, frequented by locals, in the best way possible. It's also one of the only, or maybe the only, Sardinian restaurants in San Francisco! The cuisine is coastal, with a variety of seafood dishes that reflect the flavors of the Mediterranean Sea. During my visit, I tried two of their signature dishes: the spaghetti alla bottarga and the gamberi al forno (oven-roasted whole prawns). The bottarga pasta is the kind of dish you'd find on Mediterranean islands. Both dishes were very good and really make you feel like you're dining by the Mediterranean Sea. A fun detail: the menu is written in both Sardinian and English. Sardinian is considered the closest living language to Latin, and you can really see it in the names of the dishes: e.g., "Spaghittusu cun allu ollu e bottariga"! While chatting with some locals, they told me the restaurant was long associated with its previous owners, Massimiliano Conti and Lorella Degan, who were known for warmly welcoming guests. Thankfully, the new owner has maintained that same level of hospitality and the service is still great.

    Sydney G.

    Amazing authentic Sardinian pasta & dishes. The way the pasta noodles are- chewy, light, eggy, and so delicious. You need to get the thin flat bread crackers with Parmasean topping, paired with arugula and burrata! The vibes here are adorable. It's a small restaurant with little table seating and no frills. The service is great and employees are super kind! I would actually skip the stewed Octopus - it wasn't that good and felt overcooked. Pasta: Roe Pasta, Sea Urchin, and Squid Ink (recommended)

    Special of the day mushroom pasta
    Fiona T.

    I was passing by and was lucky to get a walk in right before the rush. A bunch of reservations started walking in 20 minutes after I was seated. Call ahead of time to reserve a spot. They have front and back seating. The pasta longa cun arrizonis (artisanal fettuccine sea urchin tomato cured tuna heart) was $32 and worth it! It was delicious. The tomato flavor is the most dominant but in a good way. The other ingredients gave it an enjoyable salty flavor. The mushroom pasta special was also a great pick. We didn't have any leftovers. The assorted gelati was also good. I shared it and we liked different flavors. The goat cheese and black fig was unique but enjoyable I saw many tables enjoying wine and chatting for a long period of time. There were tables there before I was that were still there after I had finished my meal.

    Anchovies

    Fantastic service from beginning to end. Great food. We went heavy on fish but the potato gnocchi was the table favorite. That said, not a bad dish in the set. Some pictures missed

    Sylvie P.

    La Ciccia is a gem of a restaurant in Noe Valley. It has a very homey and cozy ambiance. Service is also very friendly. I've been here twice and it has been wonderful each time. For appetizers, you must try their anchovies salad with oranges - it is so light, zesty and refreshing! For pasta - the pasta with roe was absolutely delicious and the gnocchi was so good especially with their sauce (only caveat is I wished for more gnocchi). I also ordered the lamb and the prawns. The prawns were amazing. The lamb was just okay especially compared to everything else. Dessert was solid. Overall- we love it here and so glad we have La Ciccia in our neighborhood

    Celery with bottarga
    Lenore N.

    This small restaurant features Sicilian wine and unusual seafood combinations. We ordered all the fresh specials. The food was interesting and unexpected combinations. I only wish the portions were a bit more substantial.

    Roasted calamari with basil oil and mixed greens
    Selina T.

    We had a great time here celebrating my father-in-laws birthday. We had 8p reservations and were seated promptly. It had an old San Francisco vibe and felt both cozy and intimate. Here's what we ordered: Burrata with arugula and a truffles and anchovy dressing - delicious and recommend Roasted calamari with a basil oil and mixed greens - tasty and bright flavors, would recommend Sardinia flat bread - crispy and light, also would recommend and went well with our burrata Spicy garlic oil spaghetti with fish roe - unique pasta, but I would probably not order again Squid ink fregola pasta - never had fregola before and really liked the texture, the sauce was delicious, would recommend Roasted shrimp in tomato sauce and basil oil - decent number of prawns, solid dish Lamb tenderloin - tender, and not gamey (IMO), another solid dish Overall, we had a wonderful meal and most of the dishes we ordered I really liked. The manager or owner (?) was so nice and personable who came to check on our table several times while refilling our water cups. Easy to find street parking as well which is a bonus!

    Mushroom parpadelle
    Saad B.

    Had the most incredible dinner at La Ciccia in Noe Valley! We started with the baby calamari in basil oil sauce, and wow, it was SO tender and flavorful. For the main, I had their mushroom pappardelle, and the earthy, tangy sauce was just chef's kiss perfection. The service was amazing, and the rustic, cozy vibe made me feel like I was dining in a cute Italian spot in Staten Island. It's small, so definitely make a reservation, but trust me--it's SO worth it!

    Prupisceddu in Umidu cun Tomatiga (Baby Octopus stew in a spicy Tomato Sauce)
    Jamie S.

    Worth the try: flatbread, octopus stew, spaghetti Pani Guttiau ($13): Traditional Sardinian Flat Bread baked with EVOO and Pecorino. Extremely thin, crispy bread, almost chip like. When they say it's flat, they mean FLAT! Great side to start. Prupisceddu in Umidu cun Tomatiga ($22): Baby Octopus stew in a spicy tomato sauce. The tomato base is thick, well-balanced (not too acidic), and comes with a depth of seafood flavors. Plenty of tender octopus pieces. Served with bread for dipping. Spaghittusu cun Allu Ollu e Bottariga ($28): Fresh spaghetti with spicy oil garlic and cured fish roe. Perfectly al dente pasta with a creamy sauce. The fish roe adds a nice crunchy texture to the dish. PARKING: Good amount of street parking available nearby. SERVICE: Such amazing service for a small restaurant. We called ahead and asked if we could walk in for dinner on a Saturday night, and they said they could fit us in for a table inside. The staff were all attentive and friendly, our water cups were always full and when I dropped a fork on the floor someone immediately came to replace it before I could even reach for it! ATMOSPHERE: Small restaurant tucked in Noe Valley. Has a very intimate, traditional feel to it. No frills, just great food. You HAVE to try this place. I've had my fair share of Italian restaurants across SF, and I love how unique this place is. It's hard to come by a specifically Sardinian restaurant, and I'm glad we have this one nearby. My partner and I have had this place bookmarked, and I'm glad we finally gave it a try after being tired of venturing out to busy North Beach for Italian food. The restaurant is tucked away in a quiet neighborhood in Noe Valley, so it's easy to get to and find parking. The staff is great, the food is amazing. All the dishes were so unique and flavorful, we wish we had room for more. We'll definitely be coming back here to try more of the dishes!

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    Food is absolutely delicious. Great service, nice ambience. Recommend for date night.

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    Ask the Community - La Ciccia

    What is the dress code? Casual? Business casual?

    Either will work! The food is excellent! The service is lively! Be sure to tell Cheryl you heard about her on Yelp!

    Can I do take out order?

    Yes. Have done so several times.

    Do they have any gluten free options?

    How vegetarian-friendly is this place?

    The regular menu isn't particularly vegetarian-friendly. I've been going for years and don't recall many veggie-safe options; most dishes contain some form of meat or seafood or cheese. Call for a reservation & ask what they can do for you off menu.

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