Food was sooo good, my girlfriend and I ate here just yesterday, and we don't usually do reviews, but honestly the food and the service were so good, I just had to! Our waiter was so friendly and we had an altogether lovely experience. read more

Came here for late lunch on a Sunday and arrived just in time for happy hour. We split a pitcher of Red sangria (light and fruity) and shared some tapas: - pulpo al ajillo, nicely cooked with potatoes and tender to the touch - olives stuffed with anchovies (I am not a fan of olives but they're my friend's favorite) - rabo de buey or oxtail soup, slowly cooked fattty and delicious in a tasty broth - patatas bravas, a classic Overall, I am shocked I haven't been here before and will definitely be coming back. I liked the large open seating area indoors and I often see folks sitting outside. Would love to try some of their larger plates in another visit. The server was friendly and attentive as well. Paying cash gets a discount but we did not have that. read more

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This was my first time here since I came to celebrate a friend's birthday. All the tapas were delicious and our party over ordered them because when the paella came out, our whole party was pretty much stuffed and full by then (lol). The squid ink seafood paella was ok, as it could have been a more flavorful and crispier at the bottom. Service was wonderful and super friendly! read more

Picaro - Spanish Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Picaro never disappoints! We went at 7 PM on a Friday night and the restaurant was packed. Very loud and lively setting (which we enjoy but understand not everyone's cup of tea ) Patatas Bravas are a must order Jamón Serrano is also very very good The side of rice was a surprising hit!! I recommend starting at 2 tapas / person and adding more if needed. We always over-order (but it all sounds sooo good haha!!) Service is always lovely and we appreciate the attentive, friendly staff. read more

Picaro - Cheeese Cake (Creama Catalana) - Spanish Near Me - San Francisco, California

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We came here to celebrate a friend's birthday and specifically picked this place because it had so many vegetarian friendly options. Since we were a big group, we made a reservation, and when we ended up running a little late, they were kind enough to accommodate us, which we really appreciated. The restaurant itself is super cute and colorful, with such a fun atmosphere. It was extremely busy when we went, so the service was a little slow, but honestly, we didn't mind since we were a big group and were enjoying ourselves. We ordered a bunch of tapas to share, including the Patatas Bravas, Spanish Olives, Tortilla de Patata, and Alcachofas a la Plancha, which was my personal favorite. Everything was really good! We also got the mixed vegetable platter, which was delicious. They brought out some bread and sauce for the table as well, and everything tasted really fresh. For the mains, we got the Vegetable Paella, and it was SO good. The portion was also really generous, which was a nice surprise. They even brought out a small Crema Catalana with a candle for my friend's birthday, which was such a sweet touch. Our host was also incredibly kind and friendly throughout the evening. We had a really great experience and I'd definitely come back, especially for the vegetarian options! read more

Picaro - Paella - Spanish Near Me - San Francisco, California

Made a reservation ahead of time because we were craving paella! They do have a disclaimer on the menu that their paella takes at least 30 minutes, so definitely order some appetizers in the meantime (and try not to filling up before the paella gets here!) I'm a seafood lover, so I really optimized for more seafood: seafood paella, fried calamari, and fried anchovies. It's a pretty heavy meal (maybe should have ordered some veggie tapas) but really satisfying. read more

Picaro - Spanish Near Me - San Francisco, California

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This is such a great place to hangout with friends. They have a backyard patio if you prefer outdoor. Sometimes, musicians are there playing music as you eat. They have TVs indoor for days when you want to watch some sport games. We can here for lunch when FIFA Cup was playing. The vibe was amazing! The downsize of this place is parking. It will be difficult to find parking if you come during busy hours. Food is delicious! I came here a couple times because the food is just so.... good! Paella is a must order item. Portion size is perfect for a party of 4 since we also ordered other items to share. Forgot to take pictures of other food but no worries. I'll be back again! read more

Picaro - Spanish Near Me - San Francisco, California

I was SUPER impressed with this restaurant. I was in Spain for a while last year and missing true Spanish food recently. The interior is so thoughtfully done here, so many cute little details that really add color to the restaurant and a fun lively vibe. Someone fact check me, but it looks like a restaurant that is well established and has been loved for many years in SF. We went on a Friday and they even had live music right behind us! Food was spectacular especially at this pricepoint. The seafood platter was literally huge and just so much seafood and bursting with flavor. The steak and mushroom dish we got was also insanely good, and shoutout to the grilled artichokes too. That one had a really nice course salt on top that was a great touch. White wine we got was an amazing pairing for everything. Pro tip bring cash for a little discount! Good luck finding parking here though... read more

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Server could not have been better! Food was excellent and nice sized portions. We had broccoli with almonds, octopus in garlic, tortilla with spinach and snapper and clams in tomato sauce. All were delicious! read more

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I recommend making a reservation ahead of time here. We were a party of three dining on a Wednesday and I made one day of just in case and I'm glad I did because it was packed when I showed up. Even though I made a reservation, I had to wait a bit more for the table to be ready. It's quite loud because all the different groups and music and such, so I found it hard to chat with my friends. The food was okay. We were a little disappointed at the meat. It just wasn't very tender, rather a bit tough to chew. The fish tasted good so maybe the seafood is better here. The patatas aioli was yummy and I'm glad we ordered that over patatas bravas. The rice in the paella was okay. Not the best paella I've had, but not the worst either. Churros were yummy, so I'm glad we gave dessert here a shot. I noticed this is a popular place for big groups ordering pitchers of sangria and paella to share. But, personally I feel there are other places in SF I would go to for that instead. read more

Wow! Picaro is known for its paella and tapas. I got the seafood paella and it flavorful and cooked perfectly. I would love more lobster, but beggars cant be choosers. Plus, I think it would rack up the price. Also, their sangria was delicious. Our waiter was friendly and attentive, making sure I felt comfortable and I appreciated that. This comes with complimentary bread and sauce. If you're even lucky, there's a mariachi band that comes around playing music and this adds extra fun to the experience. Amazing food and atmosphere...what more could you ask? read more

Picaro - Seafood Paella - Spanish Near Me - San Francisco, California

We just hosted a graduation meal in their back patio and we had a wonderful time! Our server Mel was so attentive and the food was delicious. The price is also very affordable. I would 100% recommend hosting a meal at Picaro! read more

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Our party of 6, ordered 1) Albóndigas 2) Gambas al Ajillo 3) Trucha Plancha 4) Tortilla de Patata 5) Pimientos de Padrón 6) Patatas Aioli 7) Espárragos a la Plancha and a pitcher of Sangria. We shared all the dishes and the unanimous verdict was, everyone enjoyed these dishes. Gambas and Trucha are my favorites. The service was very good. Good ambiance. read more

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Long overdue review. Right off Valencia and 16th, Picaro is always a reliable and convenient Mission district choice. Spanish TAPAS! The menu selection is extensive, with plenty of protein- rich dishes. 2-3 tapas for 2 people is more than enough, if the choices include items such as tortilla de patata (eggs + potatoes) and gambas al ajillo (large shrimp portion with plenty of olive oil). Meals are served with a bread basket and salsa brava. The sauce has a smoky heat that really wakes up the appetite. The interior has a rustic ambiance with Picasso posters, flamenco accents and vintage style prints with a nostalgic old world charm. I love this place! read more

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Visited with friends and the restaurant was very accommodating. It felt like a homey, mom and pop restaurant in Spain. Everything was made fresh or seemed fresh. Our favorites were the patatas bravas on the happy hour menu and the sangria...pitcher. Tried the tortilla de patatas and that was pretty bomb. Bread had the same dipping sauce as patatas bravas. Pro tip: if you're craving paella, order it first because like most places that make it, it takes a while. The seafood paella was flavorful but lacking the crispiness on the bottom. read more

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A steal for the price! Picaro is a classic SF spot, not super fancy but solid food and truly great prices. Came here for a birthday brunch (highly recommend uber for the area), it was easy to make a reservation for a large party, and I think half of the restaurant was booked out for an event as well. It was a little cold in the restaurant that day (it was December!), enough we all kept our jackets on, but the sangria warmed us up. Each item has a cash price, but even the regular prices are great. The hh sangria was a hit, 1-6pm on weekends for $16.64 per pitcher! Easily shareable with friends. Some other hits were: - the meat Paella (surprisingly, considering we usually prefer a black paella) - garlic shrimp (delicious sauce) If youre craving good tapas and paella for a price that won't break the bank, this is the spot!! read more

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Picaro is one of my favorite restaurants in San Francisco. Not fancy, and full of charm and tasty delights, this place is conveniently located about 1 1/2 blocks from 16th and Mission BART station. Service was super polite but just a tad on the slow side, but we were not in a rush so it was not a problem. Usually come here in large groups, for which it is an excellent venue -- but this time it was date night with my wife. We stuck to tapas since it was an early dinner before a movie, but their entrees and platters are all excellent. This time we did morcilla, papas bravas, jamón ibérico, and grilled mussels. You really can't go wrong with anything, but their salsa brava and morcilla are the best I've ever had. read more

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Came here for a birthday dinner with a group of six and had a really lovely experience overall. Pícaros is a solid spot for Spanish food in SF, especially if you're dining with a group and want to share. We ordered a great mix of dishes: the seafood paella was the star of the table--flavorful, well-seasoned, and generous enough for sharing. The chorizo with Spanish olives was a perfect starter, simple but satisfying. The albondigas were comforting and hearty, and the patatas bravas hit the spot with their crispy texture and sauce. The carne asada plate was tasty and filling, and the potato cake was a nice addition to round things out. Service was friendly and accommodating for a birthday dinner, and the atmosphere felt warm and lively without being too loud. They even let us cut the cake we brought which was nice. All in all, a great place for group dinners, celebrations, and sharing plates. I'd definitely come back. read more

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I had my birthday here and was amazing, the food was fresh and delicious, the ambience a little too laud but I enjoyed my dinner , service was friendly and attentive we will be back for sure .Thank you for the hospitality and the good food read more

This little spot has been one of my special after movie treats for a while . They have a nice menu with seafood and paella . Spanish cuisine about anything you desire. There own sangria and a happy hour and a discount for cash not much but it's ok. The waiters are pleasant and considerate and helpful. I love their romesco sauce and their mussels , calamari and soups . Lovely outdoor seating and a back patio area . Don't forget about the Flan !!! read more

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Good food and vibes great happy hour. Highly recommend the garlic chicken entré, easily the best thing we had Tapas: Mushrooms, excellent Shrimp, good Potatoes, meh Chicken Croquettes, good Paella: Seafood, I thought it was good. Mixed reviews from the group, mainly on the lack of seasoning Dessert: Flan/Creme brûlée, very good Churros & ice crea, meh read more

Picaro - Spanish Near Me - San Francisco, California

Excelente comida,buen servicio,the best staff in town,súper place to celebrate a Birthday party,the ambiance is great ,creative deco ,we are always welcome with a smile ,we Will always return,keep up the good work,love you ! read more

Picaro - Spanish Near Me - San Francisco, California

You really can't beat the value here, especially if you come during happy hour -- a carafe of sangria is like $15! Even if you don't come then, the food and drink prices are reasonable and the portions are large. Paella for 2 can def feed more than 2 if you order other tapas. I always enjoy the grilled artichoke and grilled octopus. Also liked the beet salad for some veg. Service is minimal but gets the job done. read more

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I really wanted to love this place because it's such a cute neighborly spot. We ordered a bottle of Spanish red wine to share which was great. We ordered the garlic shrimp which was fine. Their seafood paella looked promising but the seafood was really overcooked sadly. Honestly the best part is their bravas sauce that comes with their bread. That sauce I would buy by the bucketload. read more

Picaro - Paella - Spanish Near Me - San Francisco, California

the food and service was great! unfortunately i got mild food poisoning from the oysters :( would still recommend the paella & the garlic octopus was amazing. the $5 sangria were surprisingly strong. it was overall a good experience, just the one off from the oysters read more

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I sent my son and his girlfriend here and they raved about all the delicious taste on the menu and what a nice friendly atmosphere It was a really nice evening for them read more

Hidden gem alert Picaro on Valencia & 16th = Mission magic Tapas musts: Crispy salmon strips Patata aioli Salted mushrooms Fresh sangria (so good!) Desserts that seal the deal: chocolate mousse, Café Nero, & caramel flan Trendy vibes, amazing service, super affordable, and every bite = delicious. Mission's go-to spot. #MissionEats #SFfoodie #TapasTime #HiddenGem read more

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This spot is super lively and fun for dinner with a group of friends. They have sangria and lots of fun drinks. There are so many tapas to choose from and the seafood was really tasty! They had the crema cataluna which is a lemony Spanish version of creme brulee. I haven't had it since being in Spain - so good! read more

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It's been a while but the food was the similar as it was in years past. I used to frequent this spot but stopped coming so often since SF has so much to choose from. I wanted to have a food I craved & knew would hit the spot. At picaro it's good enough to return but does not wow me. It's tasty yeah, flavorful and all but prices are higher & food quality has gone down a bit. I may have ordered the wrong combination of plates or it was an off night perhaps. Food 3/5 Service 4.5/5 Ambiance4/5 read more

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Good for large parties and trying different Spanish dishes. Food was good but not outstanding -- my table found ourselves having to add more seasoning to a lot of the dishes. Overall good place to try. read more

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Tapas is my jam and this is a solid place for the Spanish foods I crave, especially if you're looking for a casual ambience. We've come here a few times over the years and gotten a variety of foods including the paella, gazpacho, patatas bravas, tortilla espana, ensalada mixta... the list goes on. All the food is satisfying and the drink selection is good. Two down falls are the lack of churros con chocolate on the menu and there was a friendly cockroach trying to join our dinner. It's naive to think any building in the city doesn't have cockroaches but to be visited by one while eating never sets a good tone. lol read more

Picaro - Ensalada Mixta, pan, y Aceitunas Rellenas de Anchoa - Spanish Near Me - San Francisco, California

Big menu lots to choose from! Tapas, paellas, sangria, wines The complimentary French bread with orange sauce is fantastic! May need to get refills if your table loves it that much Paella you can choose for 2 or 4 or 6 people. The larger the paella the better deal but really, you'll likely order tapas too so don't need that much read more

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Great Peruvian food with amazing flavor, good sangria, and overall good vibes. I recommend the potatoes and paella for sure!! The place feels super homey and welcoming, and the service is great. Parking can be a bit of a hassle, but there's a parking garage nearby so it's not too bad. Definitely a spot I'd come back to! read more

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So happy we popped into this Mission staple for dinner; so nice to see food and drinks at reasonable prices! Sangria was tasty and on happy hour was only $4.50 a glass. All wines were under $9 per glass and even though some missed the mark the Rioja was lovely. Food highlights for us were the grilled mussels (Mejillones Plancha ($10)) and octopus in garlic sauce (Pulpo al ajillo ($11)). Mushrooms, shrimp and sardines were all tasty as well. Other tables ordered paella which looks like their speciality. Service was great and atmosphere was fun. Will come back and enjoy this affordable tapas restaurant again ! read more

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1st time back in a while, still the same great tasting food, sangria and service. We always ordered the same when come. No complains here. A little advice, if you are going to order any of the Paellas, make sure you order that 1st, because it usually takes about 30 minutes to cook. Anyone like Spanish Tapas, you need to try this place!!! You wont be disappointed!!! read more

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Service A1, food was delicious, and I enjoyed how attentive they are here. If you are in the area please do yourself a favor and come get some food here! read more

The food is so delicious and the gambas al ajiljo are iconic! Tonight we added two new editions to our regular which were the croquettas de pollo (chicken croquettes) and the Jamon Serrano al pan con tomate (cured ham with tomato bread). Returning. Favorites we had tonight were the Gambas Al Ajijo, Saiteado de Carne Asada, Patatas Bravas and of course the Red Sangria pitcher.... Don't tred lightly with it I am currently writing this still a little tipsy from my bed! :) read more

Picaro - Patatas Bravas, Croquetas de Pollo, Gambas al Ajillo, Salteado De Carne Asada and a cleared plate of Jamon Serrano en Pan con Tomate. - Spanish Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Came here after the Argentina VS Spain game let me tell you . The ambiance was amazing considering Espana won Chris was such a good person and attentive as well as Fabian we had a big party and they made sure to always check on us loved it here will come again read more

I've been here before, but didn't remember and I didn't write a review. I just got back from Spain (including Valencia, the birthplace of paella) and was jonesing for some tapas and paella. We had a couple of dishes, including Iberico jamón and the great seafood paella with squid ink. It was pretty good and I'd come back next time I need my fix of Spanish food! read more

Food -5/5 love their spicy Potato bravas , olives and sauted mushroom dishes. Their sangria is really refreshing with the addition of fruit bits in the drink. Ambiance- nice Spanish decor but can get a little noisy even on a week night. Service 5/5 excellent! They went out of the way to accomodate our needs to split the bills three way since it was a work+personal related expenses. And produced personalized bill sand receipts which is rare to find these days. Thank you read more

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