Riposo, tucked into the business center of South San Francisco, knows exactly what it is - clean lines, bright lighting, and a minimal, conference-adjacent vibe. The space is the draw. Pristine, polished, and quietly efficient - the kind of place that makes you feel like you should've brought your laptop. The food leans fresh, light California-Italian rather than heavy or greasy. I had the Caesar salad--fresh, crisp, doing all the right things... until the croutons showed up like tiny rocks. My lunch partner ordered the bison spare ribs with pappardelle - solid, and more memorable. The crowd starts to trickle in around noon, then steadily picks up. There's a full coffee bar, plus tea and soda, along with fresh pasta, artisan chocolates, and even a wine menu if you're feeling flexible with your afternoon. Service was quick, smooth, and never in the way - exactly right for the setting. A reliable, well-designed space that simply makes your day run better. read more

Riposo - Inside Riposo - Italian Near Me - South San Francisco, California

GET THE CALABRESE PIZZA! (TOMATO SAUCE, SMOKED MOZZARELLA, PARMESAN, SPICY SALUMI). This was the best $20 pizza I've had in a long time! I would come back just for this pizza. I'd pass on the PAPPARDELLE. If you don't eat it right away, the pasta and meat separates into their own chunks. The inside was very clean. You order and pay when you walk in. You pick a seat and they bring the food to you. There is a self serve water station. Once you finish, you leave the dishes at your table and walk out. read more

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tried their meat lasagna, and it was perfectly layered with a rich, savory sauce and plenty of melted cheese. It tasted exactly like a classic, comforting home-cooked Italian meal. read more

Came here for a quick lunch and ordered the baked macaroni. Just look at it!! Came out in its own little hot skillet still bubbling hot! The blend of spinach in the sauce coated the macaroni so well, the parmesan and bread crumbs added texture, and the truffle flavor is the cherry on top! I added chicken breast on top for extra $ (forgot the exact amount, think it was $6), which I immediately tell was going to be soft and tender from the juices coming out of each piece. HIGHLY RECOMMEND, so flavorful and so filling!! Also got a lavender matcha latte and that also hit the spot. This spot is cafeteria style, you walk in and order at the barista counter. You take a number and sit at any table/booth and they'll bring the food to you. Exceptional staff and customer service. Tons of table and the vibe inside the establishment makes you feel like you're in an upscale restaurant! read more

Riposo - Baked Macaroni - Italian Near Me - South San Francisco, California

The dishes are amazing. Great social space and great eatery! Love the ambiance. Open kitchen floor plan, you can see the chefs preparing the meals. I love the plants... that was a nice touch. The stoneware or dinnerware is pretty nice too. The small details that went into designing this place... I noticed it and appreciated it. Service was quick too. You order either at the desk or at the table. read more

Always delightful to discover an in-housemade pasta restaurant. We found Riposo on a company's support local business program list and visited for a Friday lunch. Although located in an industrial park, the restaurant is landscaped nicely outside, and in an impressively contemporary style on the inside. We ordered at the counter. The menu was easy to peruse, and we chose the Pappardelle Pasta and the Di Parma Pizza. We chose a table with a view of the open kitchen (we could see the pasta maker and pizza oven) as well as the large dining area. Large windows with outside views was nice too. We were brought plates, napkins, silverware and glasses of water at our table. Very happy to receive the thoughtful service. Overall, we felt a quality restaurant ambience. The pizza and pasta arrived together. Both looked great in presentation. The pappardelle dish had a flavorful short rib ragout sauce which coated the nicely al dente pasta. The menu description for the pappardelle included gremolata which did not make its presence felt; I noted just one garlic sliver during the meal. I also feel shaved parmesan would have pumped up the flavor profile a little (those who love parmesan know what I mean). There wasn't any additional parmesan offered. Still, this pasta dish impressed. The pizza was excellent as well. From the menu description, we weren't sure what to expect since it only listed toppings. No hint of the pizza crust being done in a specific way. The crust was medium firm on the edges (good for holding) and hand-built floppy on the inside (fold it and you're good to go). Toast marks were noted. The toppings especially the prosciutto were in very good flavor balance. There was plenty of baby arugula too to give a refreshing side to each bite. The highlight was the drizzle of balsamic vinegar which harmonized everything. Only after we finished the pizza, we remembered the menu said it had a soubise; it wasn't one of the flavor notes noticed. We were happy diners no doubt. It wasn't crowded. Parking was super easy. Staff were friendly. Decor was comfortable. Good value. Tasty food. And we were delighted to find a place with yummy in-housemade pasta. PS Not sure if you need to, but staff might come by once to ask how the food was to check on satisfaction. read more

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Italian food with a Californian flair? I feel like this is the best way to explain the food. It's hidden inside the biotech business park but seems to be a popular place for lunch for the businesses nearby. Some of the dishes were on the smaller side like the gnocchi but others like the pizza were pretty generous. Definitely an opportunity to try more of the menu though! read more

Absolutely fabulous. This place is close to work. A coworker and I have been checking out eateries near work. So far this one of the best places for pizzas. The pizza had lots of flavor. The portion size were huge. Even the small salad I got was bigger than expected. Overall atmosphere was great, lots of natural lighting and live plants. Outside seating available too. Service was excellent, the staff came by frequently to take away empty plates or to ask if we needed anything else. We will definitely be coming back to this location. read more

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This place is an absolute gem! Great service, ambiance, and food. Their Short rib Pappardelle is my go to, with a side of Caesar salad with prawns. They always have a weekly special on the menu, and they are always delicious. They also have happy hour on Thursdays, so I get to hang out and play Bocce ball with my colleagues all the time and hang out on the lawn or underneath the heat lamps on the patio. Chef Kyu, Vanessa, and the staff are wonderful! This place will not disappoint. read more

We celebrated my Granddaughter's graduation here at Riposo. The restaurant's event coordinator and staff delivered excellent service. The ambiance has a bright, clean, contemporary look. Every dish ordered from the variety of pizzas to the pasta, gnocchi, salad, wine, and cocktails were delicious. read more

House made pasta was amazing. Sauce had lots of meat. Meatball sub was also top notch: meatballs were hot all the way through and the bread was crispy. Wish I could come for dinner! read more

Went there for a work lunch and was amazed at how big it is. The food was delicious. It's not trying to be a Michelin star, the ambiance is high-end cafeteria, but if you go you won't be disappointed. I had the campanelle pasta which was perfectly cooked and the vibrant fresh ingredients were excellent. read more

Food was great and the ambiance is nice. We made reservations and the table was ready when we arrived. Service was okay. They have some friendly servers. read more

This place is colossal inside! Although the space is expansive, it still feels home-y given the flavors or the food. Service was great and the food incredibly tasty. I can't wait to come back to try different dishes! read more

Riposo - Pepperoni pizza - Italian Near Me - South San Francisco, California

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Good service and the pasta , plaza is great also have a very nice fantastic on-site . You can just sit there and enjoy.

It's a very pretty restaurant. We had the bucatini amatriciana, little gem salad with chicken, carote alla griglia, riposo potatoes, and a side of grilled bread. The bucatini was good but a very small amount for the large portion and I am not a big eater. The rest of the food all lacked flavor. The little gem salad dressing tasted like just olive oil. We asked for another type of dressing to add to the salad. That dressing was okay at best. The carrots were completely tasteless. They tasted like carrots and that's it. No additional flavor profile. The potatoes had a kick of heat but also no additional flavor. The bread was literally just plain bread with grill marks. This was a disappointing visit. I have to really think if I'll give this restaurant another try. read more

My husband and I came here to grab some lunch before our flight out of SFO. We ordered salads, and they were absolutely delicious! Little gem salad had great flavor, the pear and beet salad was unique and refreshing. Service was quick and ambiance is lovely. Dining room is incredibly spacious and modern, and everything is super clean! (Restrooms too!) They have a great outdoor area too, although the music outside was a little too loud for us coming out of the outside speakers. If you're looking for a place to stop for a great lunch close to the airport, this is it! read more

Great food and atmosphere, has indoor and outdoor seating. Location is in the middle of an office park, so generally only open for lunch on weekdays. We tried the Caesar salad, minestrone soup, pizza and a couple of pasta dishes. Everything was excellent. They make their own pasta and sauce in house, and you can buy the pasta fresh to take home and cook too. Manager and staff were all very friendly. We will return! read more

Nice quiet place to enjoy lunch. Pizza and pastas are really good and made in house. But my favorite is their chicken caesar salad! It is one of the best I have ever had. Very nice environment. It's modern and well lit. Has a great patio space also. read more

We were delighted to tryout this place. The place is big and open with a clean minimalist style, comfortable vibe. We ordered a small Caesar salad, a small Campanelle pasta and a Di Parma pizza. Everything tasted great and very friendly service. Definitely will return to try other items in the future. read more

This is a total Gem in an area that needed a place to unwind, have a great bite to eat/drink/coffee. The esthetic of place is amazing! Totally great design that encompasses open kitchen with different styles of eating, from communal to intimate annnnnd an outside area that will be great. This place is in a buisness park but is most certainly for the public. The Meatball Sub is Sooooo Legit!!! read more

The food here was amazing. My husband shared a little gem salad, riposo potatos, and a large campanelle pasta. Everything was spot on

Wow!!!! Stunning restaurant with a meticulously crafted Italian-inspired menu. We tried the meatball sandwich and pesto pizza - both were tasty, flavorful, fresh and cooked to perfection. Riposo offers small bites, salads, sandwiches, pasta and pizza. I would bring a large group here in confidence that they have something for everyone! The interior is beautiful and flooded with natural light. Definitely coming back. read more