Food was Amazing! Bartender Service was Excellent! Atmosphere is on point! The best part it's a walk from my Flat! read more

Perbacco has been on my list for a while, so I was excited when my friends chose it for dinner. I'm glad we went because the food was delicious overall. We started with the burrata and added prosciutto, which I highly recommend. We also tried what I believe was the agnolotti del plin as an appetizer. It was good, but the portion was only a handful of pieces so I'm not sure I'd order it again for the price. We also had the pappardelle, which we really enjoyed, and the short rib was delicious. The food was definitely the highlight of the night. Unfortunately, the service put a damper on an otherwise great meal. Our waitress, Jamie, came over to take drink orders, and since I wasn't drinking and was hungry, I started to order appetizers. She interrupted me and said, "We don't take food orders right now. We take drink orders first. There is a process to this." My friends and I all looked at each other in shock. It definitely put a bad taste in our mouth about the service at the beginning of dinner. We ended up getting dessert elsewhere because we weren't a fan of the service. I would absolutely come back to Perbacco because there were several dishes I genuinely loved. I just hope for a warmer service experience next time, and I would personally request a different server. read more

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The name was familiar and I was reminded that I indeed had been here years ago for a corporate event. Weekday lunch is busy with the cacophony of business deals being made. Service is top notch. Food is amazingly delicious. Sampled four pasta dishes- all were impressive. Grilled octo appetizer didn't disappoint either. Definitely a winner! read more

Came here for lunch for a group of 3. Would recommend reservations, they look like they fill up pretty quick with walk-ins but we were able to get a reservation pretty easily a couple days before. Nice ambiance, feels like an upscale restaurant with not obnoxious pricing (pasta dishes around max $30). I had the prix fixe lunch menu ($35) - I got the Caesar salad & lasagna. The lasagna was delicious!! I ate every last bite. Service was solid but entrees did take a minute to come out. We also had the rosemary focaccia, I'd highly recommend! The lunch overall was about $165 for a group of 3 after tip so definitely on the pricier side. I'd recommend if you are going for a business lunch or budget isn't a concern. read more

Food was great, service was very professional and the restaurant. One downside was that the restaurant was too noisy. But that was ok based on the other pros. read more

Everytime Perbacco serves a single plate of pasta to perfection, an Olive Garden in suburbia hell dies a slow death. Love love love this place. The manager, our off the boat server and authentic owner were all amazing to talk to and learn from. True cordial professionals. Great Italian spot. True Italian food served by Italians, right out of central casting for Italian restaurant crew. read more

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Came here with no reservation on a Wednesday evening for dinner. We were seated right away by the booth. This restaurant was participating in sf restaurant week so we ordered from that menu. It's $60 for a 3 course meal. The total with 20% tip came to $88. The service was great and our waiter was super friendly and attentive. However, I didn't love the food. I got the zuckerman farms asparagus with prosciutto for appetizer. My friend got the spring soup and it was the better choice! The asparagus was not flavorful and kind of hard. The second dish, I got the langaroli. This was pretty heavy but flavorful. I couldn't really taste the truffle or shortrib. For the final dish, I got the pork tenderloin as this was the recommended dish. I also thought this was pretty heavy. The spinach was really salty. I'd probably order something else if I were to come here again. read more

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Food was very bland from the cappellacci to the short rib to the appetizers. The frutti di mari had only 3 small shrimp and seemed more like a vegetable tempura plate. Everything was mid including the dessert - there was no flavor in the semifredo. The olive oil cake tasted more like a a banana pudding with extra oil put into it. Very false advertising as an "Italian" restaurant as nothing was authentic and had zero taste. All the dish names were inaccurate, even the Lambrusco drink from Trader Joe's tastes more accurate than what was served here. Disappointment for such good service and ambience - but vibes don't feed people. read more

A top Italian restaurant in SF offering delicious pastas and entrees. Owner Umberto creates a warm atmosphere, and his staff provides excellent service. I highly recommend. . Abraham read more

The staff at Perbacco sure do know how to make a girl feel like a princess! What an outstanding time I had here for my solo dinner in the city. Made a reservation for 6:15pm and was running late (darn traffic) so I called up and they were so nice and accommodating to my tardiness. When I arrived, they had a nice table waiting for me. I was eyeing the bar since normally I'm a girl who loves a bar seat, but it was nearly full and TBH this was one of those rare circumstances that the table was the best option. I noticed a few other solo diners this night, so clearly they do a great job at catering to us. To start, I had the Saturn's Moon cocktail. Super tasty! If you're into a smokey Mezcal drink, this one is it. I paired this with my starting dish of the Arancini and they made a perfect pair. The Arancini was crispy, delicious and sat on a dollop of a delicious sauce. Next, I had the citrus salad. Also very good! Juicy orange slices, arugula, nuts, pickled onions, and fennel. This was the perfect little palate cleanser after the arancini and before my main course. I asked my server, Edward, what drink he'd recommend to pair with this salad and he sent out a Perbacco cocktail. Citrusy and refreshing, so these together were great! For my main, I had their delicious short rib! This was incredible and so so tender. The maître d' offered me a steak knife for this that I most definitely didn't need, it was so fork tender! So yummy, with a few carrots and onions on the side. I asked Edward (again) for the beefiest red they had and he gave me a few options. The one I picked went perfect with the shortrib! To finish, I had a great little glass of port! Absolutely perfect ending to a great meal! Super wonderful night over at Perbacco! From the time I walked in, The maître d', to the hostess, my server, Edward all treated me like royalty. One thing about me is I'm a customer service lover and this place from start to finish was an incredible experience. I had such a great time and since I'm always in San Fran for work, this will be one of my go-to spots for a nice dinner! read more

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Came here for lunch on a weekday with some colleagues and unfortunately this missed the mark for me. Started with the arancini's which were good but not the best I've had. For my entree I got the daily special seared tuna with mozzarella and arugula. This was pretty disappointing since all it came with was 5 tiny pieces of seared tuna, two slices of mozzarella, and a handful of arugula. There was barely enough food to call it a meal when the server made it seem like a large salad. The pasta dishes seem to be the standout here so I'd probably order that next time if I choose to come back. read more

Yelp led us to Perbacco and we thoroughly enjoyed it. Service was good w/a pretty attentive staff. Chill atmosphere, busy but not loud. Food 5stars Everything was cooked & seasoned perfectly. Drinks 4stars A very satisfying ending to a beautiful evening in San Francisco. #GoTaste&See read more

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Recommended by a close friend and for good reason. It was phenomenal. We ordered several pastas to share and every single dish was amazing. They were each distinctively different in texture and flavor which we appreciated. I highly recommend that you try this out if you are in the area. Very chic decor as well. read more

My coworkers and I always have a great experience at Perbacco! This visit, we really enjoyed everything we ordered. We started with the caesar and arancini, and both were delicious. The caesar was well balanced (looks less dressed than it was), and the arancini were a standout--the sauce was creamy, addicting, and something we couldn't stop dipping into. For mains, we ordered the pappardelle, tajarin, and langaroli, and each dish impressed in its own way. *The pappardelle was excellent, though we recommend getting the horseradish cream on the side. The horseradish flavor is mild, but it could easily become overpowering depending on your preference. *The tajarin had the perfect balance of meat and noodles and was surprisingly very filling. *The langaroli were like little pasta pillows--soft, rich, and comforting. The truffle butter was absolutely heavenly and well balanced that it didn't become overwhelming after a few bites. This was hands down my favorite pasta dish of the ones we ordered. They offer Parmesan at the table, and while it may seem like a lot at first, trust them--they know what they're doing. You'll definitely find yourself wanting more cheese. Overall, this is a solid spot with great food and service, and I'm already looking forward to my next visit. read more

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Reservations made a month in advance on Open Table for a group of 5 on a Tuesday at 5:30pm. Easy walk from Bart. Server was very friendly and had great recommendations. DRINKS * Saturn's Moon ($17) - 5 stars. Delicious, mezcal-based, served up, well balanced, herbacious. Just my type of drink, but everyone at the table also liked it, even the ones who don't usually like girly drinks. * Perbacco ($16) - 4 stars. Served with ice, I was surprised I enjoyed it. * Mama Mia! ($17) - 4 stars. A really freshly made strawberry smoothie with a touch of alcohol. I enjoyed it, it was not as spirit-forward but I like that. Not for everyone. APPS * Burrata Cheese ($22) - 4 stars * Vitello Tonnato (veal) ($19) - 3 stars * Bread ($7.50) - 3.5 stars. Fine, but not worth being charged (I thought it was free when we ordered it), although the butter (was it garlic butter) was tasty. MAINS * Pappardelle ($31) - 3.5 stars. A little too al dente for me. * Tajarin ($29) - 3 stars. Quite heavy for me. * Duck Breast ($40) - 4.5 stars. Everyone's favorite, delicious. Total $296.99 for a filling meal for three people. read more

Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Atmosphere: 5/5 Noise Level: moderately loud Just about everything was perfect for this dinner. Our server Jamie was personable and efficient. The Italian 75 and Mamma Mia cocktails were great. The Acme bread and parmigiano butter were delicious. The butter was nice and soft, yay. The Little Gem Salad was great, delicate and not overly dressed. Our Tajarin and Agnolotti dishes were perfectly delicious, seasoned well. The fingerling potatoes were also great. Loved the duck fat making the potatoes very tasty. Roasted perfectly. The Butternut Squash Budino was great. Nice sweetness from the squash. The Brutti Ma Buoni was also very good. Very light. Can make a mess and shatter if you don't cut it right! The atmosphere was lively, and also elegant. We had a great time here and would love to come back. read more

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This spot, located near the edge of FiDi and North Beach, features modern Italian food. The atmosphere and decor present an up-scale vibe, with a clear focus on sophistication and elevated service. The food itself is solid, with rich creamy pastas such as the tajarin, however, for the price you could probably get some tastier options in North Beach by paying slightly more. As a whole, this is a great spot for team gatherings or other events where you're looking to host large parties, while also having pretty good food. Worth checking out if you haven't been. read more

Perbacco - TAJARIN - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

This was my first time at Perbacco. All ingredients are fresh and high quality. After receiving the Fritto Misto and the brussels sprouts as appetizers, it took a while (close to 40 minutes as an estimate) for our entrees to arrive. The brussels sprouts and Fritto Misto were both quite dry and not too flavorful, though the entrees made up for it. The Agnolotti was very much an elevated classic comfort food that had the perfect level of savory flavors. While it was good, I do think visual presentation of the entrees could be improved with extra garnish on top. For dessert, we ordered the Brutti Ma Buoni which was excellent - the powdered sugar exterior was lightly crunchy but tends to melt in your mouth while the inside was chewier and sticks to the roof of your mouth. This is definitely a common corporate dinner spot since it's in the Embarcadero and has higher prices as a result. Otherwise, this was a decent dinner overall and I'd recommend it to my coworkers when planning a celebratory team dinner. read more

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Date of Visit: 9/5/2025 Visited Perbacco with our friends on a Friday evening. Perbacco is an Italian word for pleasure and surprises, which is how the restaurant wants to present to all the customers. Perbacco introduces Italian flavors in a modern way, with a great selection of food and wine. The owner Umberto Gibin shared his passion for Italian food and wine with Americans' ways of preparation. He opened many of California's finest Italian restaurants, including Chianti, and Poggio, and Perbacco and Gibin. Saturn's Moon $17 Husband got the Saturn's Moon made with Mezcal, lemon, orgeat, and passion fruit. The mixture of Mezcal with citrus fruits was amazing. Passione Tropicale $8 I ordered the passion fruit mocktail that mixes lemon, orange juice and passion fruit. A little bit on the sweeter side. Piastra Roasted Octopus $22 We ordered the roasted octopus for appetizer, with olive oil crushed potatoes, fennel, radish, and pickled onions on the side. There are a total of 4 pieces of octopus with salsa verde. Tajarin $29 We got one spaghetti, made with the hand cut thin tagliatelle, and 5 hour pork and porcini mushroom sugo. Risotto $34 We ordered the risotto which was very yummy. Risotto mixed with golden chanterelle mushrooms, yellow corn, pancetta, and parmigiano Reggiano. Love the way that yellow corn makes the risotto stand out with texture and complexity. Liberty Farm Duck Breast $40 And for the secondi, we ordered the liberty farm duck breast with stone fruit panzanella, arugula, frisee and duck jus. The duck breast was a little too thick so was not as tender and juicy. Overall it was ok. read more

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Came here w colleagues for lunch. We shared burratta, arancini and the focaccia. I got the lasagna special which was surprisingly light (in a good way) and yummy. We ended with desserts and cheeses. The service was excellent and very attentive. Very enjoyable outing! read more

One of the best dining experiences I've had in a long time. The food was incredibly fresh and full of flavor, the drinks were excellent, and the service was easily one of the highlights of the night. My friend and I were treated like queens. The place was busy, so it was a bit lively, but nothing overwhelming. I can't wait to come back! read more

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This is touted as an upscale Italian restaurant. I went after work and so did everyone else it seems. The crowd was dressed business casual to casual. The bar was lively and crowded. The lighting was dim/moody. There were table cloths and linen napkins. Our waiter spoke in Italian. He was very over the top and engaging. I ordered the amichi mocktail. Sweeter than I like but I enjoyed it. I ordered the Rabaton gnocchi for my entree. The gnocchi was cheesy and tender but the sauce was a bit too flat/ bland for me. You get a pretty good helping. I only ate half and was too full for dessert. I'd give the place another try. Maybe next time try a meat dish. read more

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Came here for work lunch and it was FABULOUS. The ambiance and interior of the restaurant is super cute. It's very spacious inside, and it was bustling during lunch hour. We started with a salad and roasted octopus. I'm sad I forgot to take a photo of it, but the octopus was incredible. It was tender, had this amazing smoky flavor, and it came with pickled onions, potato, and salsa verde. Lots of freshness and tons of different flavors on the plate. I loved the pickled onions with the octopus, they gave just the right amount of acidity to bring balance. So so good. I'll come back just to have this again. For the main, I went with the ravioli. Perfectly cooked with slight al dente which I love. The sauce was really good too and it didn't feel too heavy. Lastly for dessert, we tried the panna cotta. Loved the creaminess, the tartness, and sweet bits from the pistachio cream and crunchy bits. The recommendations to try the panna cotta did not disappoint. My only note is, don't come for a work lunch if you're pressed for time. They took a bit long to bring out the main entrees and we were there for almost two hours. That said, Perbacco, I will be back! read more

Loved dining here. Service was great and the food was great. I got the tortelloni and my portion was a little small. If you are a light eater, this would be a great option! I really enjoyed the mint flavor in pasta. It was light and refreshing, which was a great contrast to the pappardelle which was more hearty. The salads were good, but nothing special. I also felt like the salad portions were small for the price. The dining by room was pretty crowded but I was happy to be able to still have conversations without feeling like I need to shout or be too quiet. Overall, a nice experience for a dinner date or an elevated Italian dinner with friends! read more

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Perbacco is a solid Italian spot in FiDi with a really nice atmosphere. The interior is beautiful and feels upscale without being stuffy, making it a great place for dinner after work or a night out in the city. The food was good and well prepared, and the desserts were great. Perbacco offers a pleasant dining experience with a great ambiance, and I'd recommend it if you're looking for quality Italian food in the Financial District. read more

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Perbacco is a fantastic lunch spot in the Financial District if you're craving classic, authentic Italian food. You can't go wrong with the burrata plate. I don't often finish a plate of pasta, but I enjoyed every last bite of the pesto pasta here. Of course, a meal isn't complete without dessert, so the sorbetto was a perfect, refreshing finish. read more

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A really nice restaurant with good decor, bar, and excellent service. I had the special of the day, Caesar salad with real anchovies and the Cioppino. The price was good, for San Francisco at $35. While the Cioppino was good, it did not compare to the next door star-Tadich. I may be back. read more

Wow, literally! Haven't been to this Italian gem in many years but it still shines. Came in for happy hour (4-6pm) and sat at the bar. 3 wines were on the special price list and I chose the Toscano (Sangiovese). For $10 this was an easy yet impressive wine. Several food options on the HH menu: Arancini in tomato sauce and prosciutto di Parma served with mozzarella. Couldn't resist the Fritto Misto as well. These 3 would have been sufficient for snacks but we also opted for octopus off of the dinner menu. Everything prepared perfectly along with a very attentive and quick-witted bartender made our early evening special. read more

Perbacco - snack and antipasti list, main menu. Some of these were also on happy hour food offer - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Absolutely love and crave this pasta now. What a spectacular Italian restaurant and out of this world service and food. The only thing that was just meh was the bar nuts. They were very plain nuts. But the appetizer and pasta were phenomenal. Beautiful ambience and wonderful team was the cherry on top of the sundaes read more

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Really enjoyed my dinner here. Great attention to detail from all of the staff, and timely service. read more

Perbacco - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I love when managers/owners walk the restaurant and check on their customers. We received outstanding recommendations for both pasta and wine. The food was delicious and the restaurant was busy with families and couples. read more

Perbacco - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

Came in tonight after a long day in the city. Always a great meal here. Staff is service first. Restaurant is always looking sharp, clean & well lit. We had been eating & drinking all around the city today. So stuck to main dishes. 2 of us had the Pappardelle, it was beautiful! Rich, but delicious. The pork belly was great & the mushroom pasta was delectable! Thank you for surviving Covid Perbacco! We'd be lost with out you & Barbacco. Grazie read more

This is a fairly elevated dining experience with some 4.5 star entree options. I rate the service about 4 stars. The servers are friendly and attentive but they are not exactly hovering over you. it was good. Ambiance was quasi loft. Exposed Concrete. Open kitchen. Choice was given on quiet or lively. Choices are good The food rated from good to great. Entrees are complete meals. The short rib was the bomb with a bit of crispy gnocchi, roasted carrots, couple of pearl onions over a bit of smashed celery root. Special Duck had a similar presentation and they know how to hit medium rare. Very good The tagline pasta was special. The spaghetti mare was good Frito Misto. Special. Lots of suprises. This is a great place and may be one of the best if you're down in the financial district after hours The spaghetti was read more

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Came here for my company's holiday party. There was open bar, and the drinks were great. The people tending the drinks were also very kind and will give you what you want. Service overall is great, food decent. Beet salad - 4/5, lots of beets with some veggies and a sort of nutty spread on the plate. If you like beets you'll definitely love this. I think the ratio of beets to veggies is a bit off for me, but it is called a beet salad for a reason! Filet mignon - 3.9/5, I don't care for meat like this often, but I took a bite and it was pretty good. The sauce was pretty flavorful, and the meat was super tender. If you're really into meat, you might say it lacks that beefy flavor that good filet mignon should have. It came with gnocchi, which I thought was really interesting! Unfortunately the gnocchi was sort of soggy? Otherwise, good enough for me. Halibut - 3.5/5, decently tender with different sauces that gave it more dimension. It came with cauliflower, which I really liked. The raisins gave it a sweetness which was also nice. Chocolate truffle cake - 1/5, chocolate cake with a sort of whipped cream and meringues. The chocolate cake almost seemed like an overcooked lava cake or undercooked normal cake. We just weren't quite sure about it. read more

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Came here on a fun, bustling Saturday evening and the experience and food were out of this world, delicious. Got the yummy green salad and pasta, which were both spectacular. We sat at the very long bar and had the pleasure of having Jake as our bartender who served up extraordinary libations including an Italian 75 spritz and told us that they make a most decadent espresso martini. The restaurant and bar are both stunning and impeccably inviting to serve both large groups and more intimate, date night meals. I love, love, love Perbacco and the friendly servers, bartenders and hostess. Keep up the amazing work and thanks! read more

Perbacco - Delicious, homestyle Pasta is out of this world deliciousness - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

Everything from food to service to wine to ambience = good not great. Provably won't return for a 2nd visit as it was just average... read more

Came for a Friday lunch, and it wasn't too busy. Our waiter was helpful and service was friendly (though not very quick). The asparagus appetizer was a standout to me, as it was fresh and flavorful. The octopus starter was beautifully plated and very tender. We also ordered a few of their salads, which were just okay - they were very similar in taste. The nuts were a little stale. My main was the sole, which was very simple and quite a large portion. It was good. The desserts were also fine, but the espresso was not to my liking. Overall, a solid, 4 star meal. read more

I had dinner with friends at Perbacco last night. Our waiter was knowledgeable about the wine menu. My Restaurant Week pris fixe dinner was delicious, and the place has a classy atmosphere without being stuffy. My favorite thing about this restaurant was the service. My friends and I hadn't seen each other in years. We talked and laughed and solved the world's problems. We were the last ones out the door. As we were leaving, I noticed that the staff cleaned up the whole restaurant except for the part near us. They gave us no indication that they were done for the night and wanted to go home. I sincerely appreciate the fact that we weren't rushed in the least. That's hospitality! read more

One of my favorite Italian restaurant in the city. I've been dining here a few times and most of the food in the menu taste excellent. The service has been consistently excellent. I believe this restaurant has been around for quite a long time, therefore, the dining room and the ambiance is not modern, but cozy enough. This time I ordered their pork main course, and for the appetizer we ordered the octopus and hamachi crudo. All food taste great. What I always looking forward to when dining here is their Panna Cotta dessert. Perbacco makes the best and perfect Panna Cotta I've ever tried in my life! They makes different flavor of Panna Cotta. This time I tried their pistachio Panna Cotta. It's was perfectly jiggling, that's the most fun part of it. I always recommended Perbacco's Panna Cotta to my friends and family. No other place can beat Perbacco's Panna Cotta. read more

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My friend and I went to Perbacco for happy hour, hoping to score a good deal on food. Since the main dining room wasn't open yet, we were seated at the bar, where drinks were about $5 cheaper--but the food offerings were largely the same. Personally, I wouldn't return specifically for the happy hour. Once the restaurant opened, we were able to get a table, but the transition wasn't seamless--they made us close out our bar tab before being seated. We ordered the Fritto Misto, which I wouldn't get again, and the bread service, which was $2.50 per person for a single roll--underwhelming, to say the least. That said, the pasta was the real highlight. My friend got the Agnolotti Dal Plin, which was decent, but the Capellacci I ordered was absolutely phenomenal--the star of the meal. Taking into account the price, service, and ambiance, I'd give the experience a 3.8 out of 5. read more

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