Back at my favorite spot! My roommate and I split the spicy rigatoni with chicken…read more We didn't have a reservation, but someone canceled, so we snagged their table for three to celebrate my friend's birthday and her third pregnancy. The staff was so sweet, we scored a great table, and the vibe was perfect--good jams without being too loud. Can't wait to keep coming back.

veal marsala w mashed potato ($39.95) - p good! i realized i…read morehad no idea what veal is lolll. but this was decent! kinda gave like chicken texture/ vibes but a little softer? marsala sauce (sweet wine?) and the mushrooms were yums and paired good w mashed potato :p (had side options of ravioli, spaghetti, mashed potato, or fries) marry me farfalle ($30.95) w grilled chicken (+$5) - yums! idk why last time at little original joes in the marina it tasted better? like this was still yummy but i feel like it didn't hit the same like last time (idk maybe i was really hungry last time ) joes famous hamburger sandwich ($25.95 + $4?? cuz garlic bread but they didn't say it was extra) is exactly what it sounds like. big portion but nothing special warm butter cake ($15) - top rec from beli and server and sm ppl got LOLL so we tried. it was a lot bigger than expected hsjsjs. good but very very sweet. i would share w at least like 4 ppl. the gelato w it was yummy and made it a tiny bit less heavy? sweet? wished they gave a lil more gelato w it i think seating in the other area with green couch booths would be cuter but overall good vibes! service is great but there's def a small wait for food/ dessert.

Calamari fritti and meat ball spaghetti are so good! Definitely will come back another time when we…read moreare over Pacifica. This is a tiny place, but offers spot on food.

I stumbled upon this place while on the hunt for a burger (the shop next door is closed). It's a…read moresmall, cute little cafe with lots of unique options. The host was very warm and welcoming. They have everything from omelettes to paninis to salads to pastas. The list goes on... I ended up going with the Spinach Ravioli with sage, butter, tomato sauce, and Parmesan cheese. This was wonderful. I could taste the sage/ rosemary in the sauce which had a slight kick. They gave a side of toasted bread as well, which was perfect for dipping into the sauce. I really liked this little cafe and I will be coming back.

Fillet mignon and prawns were fantastic. Cooked perfectly, and a generous portion. Lasagna was…read moreexcellent. The Chiante was a perfect match for both. We had zabaglione for dessert, and it was a terrific finish to the meal. The the staff were very accommodating, and the owner was very attentive. Can't wait to come back!

Happy to report their lasagna still taste as good as before. They've made changes to their menu in…read moreadjustment to the economy with certain dishes being removed and portion sizes being smaller but at least the taste remains the same. It's definitely more comfort food than high end but that's all you need some days. I had a little of their seafood pasta on the side and it's still good. Still giving four stars because on another visit a while back, we were given tiramisu that had gone bad. This was a bit after the pandemic when businesses were still struggling. I assumed they didn't check their premade food's freshness. In any case, we didn't touch the tiramisu after a bite and left it behind. I'm happy to say there were definitely more customers when we came at night for dinner this time around. I hope that means food turnover is better than before.

Celebrating my gal "Miae Nelson"birthday. "Happy Birthday!"…read more Thank you, Marilyn De Castro for organizing this amazing dinner. Trattoria Da Vittorio Southern Italian Restaurant and Pizzeria Host and Server - Miguel, he was so welcoming once I enter in the restuarant. Knows all the specials and such quick service. Salazar, also helped us too. He is great. Chardonnay Champaign Fried Calamara Pasta and Clam Garlic cheese Bread The deco has great oak wood seats and tables. It has a enclosed outdoor seating up to 30 people too. A must try.

I've been coming to this restaurant for over 10 years. In the last year and a half I would say many…read morethings have changed. I think I have a high standard for restaurants because I'm putting out good money for a good meal. The last couple of times that I have had lunch here I have found the quality is not the same as it was. While back I had a Caesar salad, and was served either red butter lettuce, or the leafy ends of the Romain lettuce and I couldn't eat it. The top leafy ends of Romain lettuce are basically wilted I ordered cappuccino and it came lukewarm. also had a Panini that was made with what could've been pizza dough or pita sliced in half and falling apart. When I tried to pick a half of the sandwich up all the bread just fell apart onto the plate. I think that some of the dishes are good, but I'm truly disappointed.

Came here for date night with my husband and we were both blown away by the quality and…read moredeliciousness of the meal we had here at Ofena. We started off with the beet salad and warm focaccia with olive oil, garlic, and balsamic vinegar. The combination of hot bread with sweet, cool beets was a perfect contrast. The beets were perfectly cooked and came with crunchy, candied pecans over a light bed of whipped ricotta. I could not get enough, especially of the candied pecans. The focaccia was perfectly cooked and super light and fluffy. You can tell that the olive oil and balsamic vinegar are of the highest quality and the dip paired so well with the bread. For our mains, my husband got the rigatoni while I got the gnocchi carbonara (at the waiter's suggestion). Both of us were extremely happy with our choices. I'm used to getting gnocchi dishes that are super dense and doughy but in this dish, it was melting in your mouth. The infusion of the duck flavors really came through in the sauce and you had crispy meat sprinkled on top as well to give a contrasting texture to the rest of the dish. The rigatoni came with a couple of meatballs and sausages that you can tell are freshly made in house as they were tender and flavorful. The marinara sauce had a hint of sweetness with the tartness of the tomato sauce to balance it out. The pasta might have been a hair undercooked but it didn't make the dish any less delicious. For dessert, we ended with a chocolate tiramisu - a bed of moist, chocolate cake with a layer of coffee cream and cream on top, it was a delicious twist on the classic dish. We both agreed that we can't wait for our next visit back to Ofena!

When Cherylynn calls this place a "unicorn of the city" I knew we had to try it out immediately!…read more Ofena is located on a quiet but cute short walkable area of Lakeside Village where parking was surprisingly plentiful. (There's a outdoor pirate themed play area across the street which my kids enjoyed before dinner). The inside is modern but sparse, with three cozy dining dining rooms with a lovely full bar in the center room. Service was wonderful and the manager warmly greeted us with champagne for having happened to be there on their 2 year anniversary. It's not often these days that I find everything on the menu intriguing but we definitely had trouble deciding on what to pick from. What I ended up loving the most were the "sides" which were main dishes in and of themselves in terms of how much flavor was packed into them! For example, the Gigante Beans were so delicious that we tried to replicate them at home the following week. I loved how colorful and tasty the Squash Cabonata side was. Also loved the Pea and Asparagus salad which was beautifully plated, well-textured dish-- I liked that they were small bite sized cuts of crispy asparagus, and sprinkled with some pea shoots. The Gnocchi Carbonara, Saffron Risotto dish, and the polenta side were all very tasty, but I think it was an error to order all three since they were all a bit creamy/heavy. Overall a wonderful spot for dinner!

I'm a long time industry professional and I was very impressed by the food at this establishment,…read moreI'm still thinking about it. The wine list isn't great and the cocktails look ok. However, the space is open and very bright with a parklet outside. A little cheesy in a cut way. Service was on point as well.

I'm a long time industry professional and I was very impressed by the food at this establishment,…read moreI'm still thinking about it. The wine list isn't great and the cocktails look ok. However, the space is open and very bright with a parklet outside. A little cheesy in a cut way. Service was on point as well.

This restaurant deserves my time to write them an outstanding review. I reserved their space for a…read moreretirement party of 90+ people, and they truly went above and beyond in every way. They normally only open for dinner on Saturdays, but they opened specially for our event, which already says a lot about their generosity and flexibility. I chose this restaurant because I had dined here for lunch a few times before, and every experience had been wonderful. The food is consistently delicious, even something as simple as the bread and olive oil stands out. The pricing is very reasonable for the quality. The interior is beautiful, with high ceilings that make the space feel open, elegant, and perfect for a large gathering. The service has always been good, but for an event of this size, I honestly didn't expect the food and service to maintain such a high standard. I was completely wrong in the best way possible. We were given SIX entrée options for our guests to choose from, which is impressive for a large party. Every dish came out hot, well-prepared, and absolutely delicious. They also offered us a very generous price, knowing that we are teachers celebrating our principal's retirement. That level of kindness did not go unnoticed. We brought our own cakes to save on costs and had asked in advance if the cake-cutting fee could be waived if we handled it ourselves. To our surprise, on the day of the event, the servers stepped in and kindly offered to cut and serve the cakes for us anyway. That gesture meant so much and really elevated the entire experience. The owner was incredibly easy to work with and very accommodating throughout the entire planning process. He had quite a few staff members working our event, and every single one of them was friendly, attentive, and helpful. They even offered my principal a complimentary glass of wine, which was such a thoughtful touch and made the celebration feel even more special. It's rare to find a place that delivers exceptional food, a beautiful venue, and such heartfelt service all at once, especially for a group of this size. Great people, great food, great venue, and outstanding service! I am incredibly grateful to the entire team for helping us create such a memorable celebration. Highly, highly recommend for both small meals and large special events.

I wish I could have rated this higher but our experience was stressful and disappointing at the…read moreend. My sister took me here for my birthday dinner. She said she wrote on the reservation "Birthday" and we were seated promptly. Staff were kind and the location is beautiful. It's been in SSF since 2018 and when I looked at the menu, it was nice to see Cafe Figaro as another sister restaurant with the same owner. I love Cafe Figaro and have had a lot of pleasant experiences there! We ordered some wine to start and eventually ordered the watermelon salad and I got the Linguine fruitti di mare. Initially things seemed okay, we got our wine quickly. Servers were smiling. There were 2 servers. We got a watermelon salad with no utensil to serve it, but the server left SO quickly before we could ask. We had to wait a few minutes and then had to ask another server for a spoon. I think that's when we started noticing that the two servers helping on our side were just walking SO fast. It kind of made the ambiance feel rushed and oddly stressful. Like, we are not rushing to eat. BTW we got a reservation for 745pm but they also accept reservations for 8pm. They close at 9pm...(more on this later). We ate calmly when our food came. The food itself was very delicious. However, the service made the whole experience lackluster and incredibly disappointing. I still didn't like how rushed the servers were walking around. I also felt like they were checking often to see how we were doing or if we were done. I felt like I couldn't really eat in peace (being watched but in an odd, invasive way). It was getting to be 8:55 (which we hadn't noticed the time as much), but we asked for a box for my dish to go. I was barely finishing putting it away in the box and the server already came to try to take my plate. I was like "I'm not even done...". RUSHING US. The main server then just came to drop off a check. At NO point did they ask us if we wanted dessert or even earlier on, to say "Btw the kitchen is closing soon, would you like to order dessert.". He just brought the check. We asked, could we order dessert? The server was like "I don't know. I'd have to ask the kitchen but they may not allow it." We were like "Nvm then." We were already annoyed with the situation. I noticed it was 8:57 and one of the servers was already tearing off all the tablecloths from the table. It was very evident they wanted us all out but I guess in other restaurants, even if it's past 9 (a little past 9), they understand that people may trickle out slowly. It wasn't even 9 yet and it already felt they wanted us all out. Especially how rushed they felt overall. When the server came, he said "next time, desserts on me" and I said "there's not going to be a next time." I explained how stressed and rushed it felt, especially with them rushing from table to table like it was a race, and that it was for a birthday and they didn't even give us a heads up to purchase dessert. He kept saying " I don't think I rushed you" and didn't really apologize. My sister too explained she even wrote this was for a birthday and that they were just making us feel like we needed to hurry. We ended up going to Cochinita next door to get dessert and they were so kind, not rushing. I should have gone there instead for dinner or any other Italian place. If you don't want people there at 9pm, don't accept reservations at 7:30, or 7:45 or 8pm. You will be kicked out 40 minutes within your meal as you will see they are subtly trying to kick you out. Go somewhere else where you won't feel rushed and will have a much more pleasant experience. This was surprising to me because I've been to Cafe Figaro multiple times and I've always had such a good experience. Here felt so odd like I was in a diner or a more informal place where it is more normal for waiters/servers to be rushing from table to table. It was an unpleasant experience and would recommend another spot instead with a more pleasant eating experience.

Enjoy bringing people here and note their surprise when we are ushered behind the curtain to a…read morebeautiful dining room. We enjoy their lentil soup and housemade rigatoni. Returning in October and have already made reservations.

soooo good !! don't let the outside deter you this place is so nice and the food is even better,…read moresuper great and lively staff too will definitely come back again.

Walked in Monday evening, someone was ordering pasta Togo and a beer. I thought to myself self…read more Pizza will be good with beer. So after being told about 20 minutes. I got a pint and decided to talk with the other guy waiting for food. Because it is not right to drink alone. We had a good conversation. And food came out faster than expected. But no rush was given. We both just sat there having conversation between us and the owner. Support local business!!! I will return excellent pizza and beers on tap.

- Reminds me of Costco combo pizza - flavors are great, lots…read moreof toppings - not thin not thick slices - the crust is bready - their wings are great - only ordered over the phone and had picked up - they also deliver depending on your location. So definitely call and ask! - inside a plaza with parking

It's always sad to learn that restaurants that you regularly frequent announce their closing. It…read morecloses tonight at 9 pm permanently. My friends and I had long known Little Star Pizza, an SF staple for many years, one of few deep dish pizza makers in the '90's. When they ambitiously expanded and spawned this brand, I was happy for not having to stress over the parking situation in the Mission. We started coming here for friend get together which morphed into weekend takeout family meals. In recent months, I've been getting food, mainly appetizers, for my friend and occasionally getting a pie and salad for meals throughout the workweek. Pizza for breakfast anyone? I actually stopped here on Saturday 5/30th and got that. As I enjoy my remaining slices in the next few days, I will savor those bites. In reading their farewell email, the nearest location is Burlingame, a bit of a trek for me. Thank you, Westlake Blue Line and your staff for always being efficient, friendly, and helpful. You will be sorely missed.

Blue line pizza is now one of my favorite pizza restaurant. We were here yesterday for a quick bite…read moreas we were hungry for pizza and my hubby found this place. Great area next to restaurants, bakery and boba tea places in the Westlake center. The restaurant has a full bar and outdoor patio seating. Our server was really nice and attentive. We ordered a specialty pizza, small brass monkey on a deep dish. First of all, the presentation of this pizza looks beautiful, lol. So I was really happy that it tasted freaking amazing! The Italian sausage, spinach, mushroom, onion and garlic with the ricotta, feta and mozzarella (yes lots of cheese!) was delicious! You can taste all the different ingredients on every bite! I love mushroom and garlic as it brought out an umami/savory flavor to the dish. The corn meal crust melts in your mouth and was not heavy at all. For each slice, felt like you just ate 2 slice because of how much stuffing they put into this pizza. It was soooo filling!!! Small is perfect for 3 people. Since there's only 2 of us, we ended up bringing the leftovers home. I recommend this place for pizza lovers or anyone who just enjoy great food! Will be back!