Amazing food , atmosphere, service and ambiance!! Celebrated my friend's bday and the experience was out of this world ! Highly recommend! If you want to have a delicious meal and sexy ambiance this is the place ! read more

Service - 5 stars Ambiance - 5 stars Food - 3 stars The restaurant is beautiful and the service was attentive. Food was presented beautifully, but tasted underwhelming. Out of everything we ordered, I liked the corn appetizer which was almost a corn flan with corn foam on top. It was super tiny and just 2 bites - I expected it to be a little bigger even though it was an appetizer. Went well with the complimentary bread. Lobster orzo had such small and hard to find pieces of lobster that I wasn't sure that was what I was eating. Duck had decent flavor - the crust on the skin was so good. Everything else was blander tasting. It was really nice of them to give us some chocolates along with our bill end of the meal...but they are the worst tasting chocolates I've ever had. It had a black licorice taste and I guess my palate isn't refined enough to enjoy it. I left wanting something to clear the taste in my mouth. Likely won't be back for the food, but would come back to try the cocktails. read more

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Really beautiful place in the Mission Rock area. It's a bit of a splurge, but I think it's worthwhile. The Sformato di Mais was like a corn flavored bubble bath. Really smooth but light. The Ravioli was super flavorful and warming. In general, the pasta portions do seem quite small but the taste is more important for me personally. The Maiale was perfectly cooked and very filling. The Torta Della Nonna was an interesting mix of sweet and savory. The servers are pretty attentive and welcoming. Overall, pretty pleased with the experience and look forward to coming back. read more

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We snagged a last minute reservation for a weekend dinner and it did not disappoint. The decor and table set up gave a cozy, intimate feel. The service was top-notch and the bread service with butter/olive oil was an impressive start. For our group of four, we shared two salads and a tomato forward appetizer before moving on to the mains. We each ordered our own pasta, plus two secondi for the table. The mushroom pici was perfectly al dente and flavorful, the duck was incredibly crispy (reminded me of crispy pork), and the halibut was very tender. That said, the pastas were definitely the highlight of the evening. The meal was on the pricier side, but I would definitely consider coming back for a special occasion. read more

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Good pasta, great ambience and service. We ordered 2 pasta and 1 entree to share. The lobster orzo was good and seafood forward. The wild boar pappadelle was good too but not as memorable. The noodle was silky but a little thinner than I'd like. The halibut was still crispy when they served us. The spring veggies was crunchy and fresh. The gelato that we ordered was forgettable. I can tell it's a fancy restaurant. Service was very attentive. I would come back but not any time soon. There are other great pasta spots in the city to try. read more

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I am STUNNED this place is rated so highly. We came here on a Saturday and it was busy although not packed. Staff were nice and they took our order quickly. The bread came out nice and warm with a side of olive oil and butter, which was delicious. Unfortunately, this was about to be the highlight of the meal. We then got the salad, which was honestly the second best thing we had- nice and crunchy leaves, good dressing. The "crudo" was a $36 piece of fishy hamachi the size of my palm (I'm a small 5'2"), which was the most ridiculous thing we had. Then, 1 hour after arrived, we finally got our pasta- 5 pieces of mediocre ravioli with a whisper of beef and some hand pulled long noodles with zero sauce and flavor. We skipped our on anything more because it was honestly just so disappointing at that point. We left hungry and went to a ice cream shop to feel full. Honestly I hate saying this about a restaurant, but I would avoid if you care about delicious food and value. read more

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There is a lot of hype around exclusivity here but it's just an Ok place. We had a group dinner and enjoyed the salads which were fresh. It was interesting that in California this time of year their tomato salad featured cherry tomato's - they were not heirloom as stated on the menu. The pasta dishes were good. Eggplant ravioli was taste. The Cornish hen was grossly undercooked. I'll spare the details. We all left feeling it was an ok experience but the next day the recap was we left hungry. Service very good. read more

Exquisite evening at Via Aurelia! Every bite (and sip) divine! Every interaction with staff enjoyable! Hands-down, the best dinner experience I've had in 2026! Seated in a beautiful nook table with beautiful blue hues and comfortable pillows, we received expert guidance on the menu from our lovely server. The Madrina cocktail was a pleasant surprise. The description on the menu didn't give it justice. It was delightful and I had two of them (shhhh). Dinner included a flavorful crisp and the best homemade hardy sourdough bread with elegantly companioned butter and Sonoma olive oil. Then came my halibut. Perfection, from the presentation to the taste. How could we not keep going for dessert!? We shared both tortas. Wow! Not only gorgeous, but a sensory experience with hints of rosemary and citrus, contrasted by the richness of the chocolate version. Can't wait to return to San Francisco and bring more friends to Via Aurelia! read more

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Been wanting to come here since it opened and I finally came here for a double date! The interior was beautiful, with cozy earth tones, aesthetic furniture, and an overall upscale vibe. Our waiter was also attentive and gave solid recommendations, which we appreciated. That said, the food was a bit disappointing for the price point. The salumi plate was a letdown: a few slices of salumi, 2-3 small cheese blocks, and just two pretzel sticks to eat it all with. Not exactly well thought out. Since the other appetizers didn't appeal to us, we ordered one of the boar pastas to share as a starter, and honestly, that was a good call. It was one of the highlights of the night. For entrees, I had the duck breast entree ($52), which was tasty but felt overpriced for the portion size because I left a little hungry. One of my friends ordered the crispy pork belly, and let's just say it barely fed him. We don't usually do dessert, but since we were all still hungry, we went for the affogato and chocolate cake. The affogato was amazing. If you come here, I'd recommend sticking with the pastas and lower your expectations on the rest of the menu. read more

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This was my second visit to Via Aurelia, and it completely solidified its spot as one of my favorite local gems. It is rare to find a place that delivers such a high level of consistency, but they managed to blow me away just as much as the first time. The atmosphere strikes that perfect balance--sophisticated enough for a nice night out, but welcoming and warm. Whether you are looking for a spot for a focused conversation or just a fantastic meal, the energy here is spot on. The Food The menu is a beautiful tribute to authentic flavors. On this trip, the highlights were: * Fresh Pasta: You can tell everything is handmade. The texture of the pasta combined with their rich, bright sauces is outstanding. (*Raviolis) * The Starters: Don't skip the small plates; the quality of the ingredients--especially the cheeses and oils--is top-tier. The Experience The service is what really sets this place apart. The staff is attentive without being intrusive, and they clearly take pride in the menu. If you're looking for a recommendation, they actually know the nuances of the dishes rather than just reciting a script. If you haven't been yet, do yourself a favor and book a table. I'm already looking forward to my third visit! read more

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Came here for a birthday dinner! Our host and waiters were all very attentive. The decor is very classy without being over the top, and we were sat in a cute little alcove table with mood lighting. I would imagine the patio seats would be so nice right now given our heat wave. Onto the food, we ordered the scallop appetizer, which looked really tiny on the plate but actually had a decent portion of scallops underneath all the other garnishes. The duck breast was cooked to perfection, but the only thing we didn't like was the flavoring on the crispy skin. The seasoning reminded me of those Japanese cracker snacks with the seaweed wrapped around it, and I happen to just not be a fan of that flavor profile. We also got the boar pappardelle and that was so delicious and filling! For dessert, we were presented with a huge heaping of almond gelato with a birthday candle on the side. Really nice touch to celebrate my birthday and I would definitely come back here for a nice date night or other celebrations! read more

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4.5 Stars. Checks a lot of boxes for this guy: 1. Location - Mission Bay; always a good area 2. Decor - Warm and inviting, sumptuous is the best way to describe it 3. Food - Pasta is wonderful, top marks of anywhere in the city. Made in house and striking a perfect balance of flavor in each bite Some people will be turned off by the price, I mean they DO have more than one bottle of wine priced at $20,000 per; but the quality of the experience does go A LONG way. Will need to come back to see if Via Aurelia is a wonderful as it was the first time. If so, fifth star for sure coming their way. read more

Beautiful interior with spectacular views of the ball park and water with ultra nice staff. They were knowledgeable about the food, wine and cocktails (highly recommend the martini and piccolo pomodoro) . We started with the scallop followed by the tortellini, tagliatelle, and the steak is not to be missed. Perfectly medium rare accompanied by potatoes with sides. Spectacular evening. I'll go back for another special occasion. read more

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We visited Via Aurelia for a small anniversary dinner and the entire evening felt like a thoughtful, well-paced culinary experience. The staff took care of us from the moment we arrived and seated us in an enclosed booth that felt intimate, stylish, and perfect for celebrating. The atmosphere leans upscale with a retro edge, elegant and energetic yet still comfortable enough to relax into the night. We began with cocktails. I ordered the Birdcage and my husband chose the Clear Intentions. The Birdcage was stronger and more spirit-forward with a bold flavor profile, while the Clear Intentions was refreshing, clean, and crisp. Both were crafted beautifully, although Clear Intentions was the more drinkable choice for me. We were then served their bread collaboration with Jane the Bakery. It arrived warm with house lard and olive oil on the side. The bread was soft with a tender crust and the spread added richness and depth. It was simple but memorable, and a lovely way to ease into the meal. For entrées we ordered the Maltagliati alla Lepre and the Gallina Faraona. The staff asked if we were sharing and later presented both dishes already split into individual servings. This was a refined touch that made the experience feel even more elevated. The Maltagliati alla Lepre was the star of the night. The hare was exceptionally tender with deep flavor and the pasta had the perfect bite, absorbing the sauce and enhancing every element. It felt rustic yet refined, comforting yet layered with complexity. The Gallina Faraona was beautifully executed as well. The hen was juicy and aromatic with truffle that was noticeable the moment it reached the table. It was rich without feeling heavy, albeit a bit on the salty side but a perfect contrast from the pasta we had earlier. The pairing of both dishes felt balanced and satisfying. Although we initially thought we might need more food, the portions ended up being just right. We finished with the Torta della Nonna. It reminded me of a delicate shortbread with custard influences. Lightly sweet, creamy, and a perfect final note to the evening. We left incredibly happy and already plan to return, especially to try the five course tasting menu priced at $155 per person. After seeing this restaurant all over social media, we are so glad we finally experienced it ourselves. Via Aurelia feels worthy of recognition and could very well earn a Michelin star in the future.A truly special place, and perfect for a meaningful occasion. read more

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I go to a lot of finer restaurants...this was very memorable for every dish having amazing flavors. Nothing too showy or attention seeking. Just well presented, wonderful food. Excellent service too. The only negative is that the music was too loud--not sure why they are going for an 80s disco vibe. A bit weird. But the food was so good I didn't care that much. Needs fixing. read more

Went back recently and, unfortunately, things have slipped. Multiple dishes were overseasoned. Music was really loud and cheesy. Wine list is impressive array of Italian producers, but markup is outrageous. Which would have been fine if not for the other missteps. It's feeling more like they're aiming for an instagram influencer vibe than an authentic SF dining experience. Wont be back. read more

Looking for a place for a hot date or GNO? Tho let's be real, this is NOT a first date place because it will def burn a hole in your wallet (my friend graciously treated me for a belated celebration). Well, unless you're ballin' and thinking of gettin' that cookie. Speaking of cookies, Via Aurelia left no crumbs for opening week so here's to Review #3,800. IMO, it's the best of SF Native, Chef Nayfeld's restos (Che Fico, Che Fico MP, Che Fico Pizzeria, Bubbelah, and now closed Che Fico Alimentari). Rezzies are a must. They do allow walk-ins but you'll most likely be seated in the bar area. Open for indoor dining with patio seating coming in several weeks. M E N U Modern Tuscan Cuisine using seasonal, local ingredients with housemade pastas. A la carte menu and $155 tasting menu. Awesome cocktail program. Just FYI, in-person menu is a bit different than online menu. D R I N K S * Piccolo Pomodoro w/ white whiskey, tomato water, lovage, aquavit, cucumber, lemon ($20 x2): https://tinyurl.com/4cft5arr One of the best, if not the best cocktail I've had. Spirit forward, well-balanced and savory. Think salad in cocktail form...in the best way. * Via Aurelia Martini w/ taggiasca gin, veso olive vermouth, manzanilla sherry, shio koji ($24): https://tinyurl.com/2t5uv6fe Smooth, stiff, and savory umami without being overly salty.   * Madrina w/ cognac, rooibos, rum, almond, citrus, whey, mint ($20): https://tinyurl.com/2m4kh6jt Creamy smooth with a floral earthy flavor. Like milk punch, it's on the sweet side. F O O D * Complimentary Bread Service: Jane The Bakery w/ whipped pork lard, olive oil: https://tinyurl.com/p2b54a94 Warm crusty, spongy Tuscan style bread with an incredibly decadent pork buttah and fruity olive oil for dipping. Also served with a crunchy chickpea (?) chicharrón.   * Tartara Di Tonna: Bluefin Tuna Belly w/ trout roe, cucumber, kelp oil, cuore di tonno stagionato ($42): https://tinyurl.com/muyh2pwp Fresh, rich buttery bluefin toro topped with complementary ingredients for a delicate umami. Small portion for the price tho. * Pappardelle Con Sugo Di Cinghiale w/ wild boar ragù, pecorino toscano ($40): https://tinyurl.com/5ycsm4nx Rustic dish done right - broad, slightly chewy noodles with slowly braised, tender wild boar. Deep earthy flavor with a pleasant notes of game. * Tortellini Di Formagio w/ early girl tomato sauce, robiola, parmesan crisp ($36): https://tinyurl.com/mrxjx7y4 Al-dente tortellini filled with a creamy, buttery brie-like cheese. The sweet tang of the tomato sauce and crunch of the parm tuile gave great flavor and texture. * Anantra: Dry-Aged Liberty Duck w/ santa rosa plum, amaretto cookie, hakori turnip, Tuscan duck sauce ($52): https://tinyurl.com/bvpb6z5u Always nervous ordering duck because it disappoints compared to a Canto roast duck at a fraction of the cost. BUT, this came highly recommended by our server. Perfectly cooked and tender, crispy skin studded with crushed cookies, the duck was phenomenal with a savory sweet complex duck sauce, tender turnips, and tart plum. Loved it! * Torta Della Nonna: Vanilla Custard w/ rosemary, lavendar, pignole ($17): https://tinyurl.com/5n89uay2 Bummed they didn't have the mont blanc on their online menu so we went with this. Crunchy, cakey texture with rich buttery flavor from the pine nuts. Not too sweet, almost leaning savory. * Toasted Almond Gelato w/ acacia honey ($16) Smooth, dense texture but underwhelming and too basic for the price. Wished there were toasted almonds for crunch. * Complimentary Mignardises: Chocolate Nuts: https://tinyurl.com/8a4edapt S E R V I C E Michelin-level service, the staff was hella on point (except for one person with mean girl vibes). Our server, Francisco was charming, knowledgeable, and attentive. Tasha made us feel like home. Polished and finessed with well-timed courses, clearing + resetting plates, water refills, and tables regularly wiped down. A M B I A N C E Quiet luxury. Spacious yet cozy with neutral colors, intimate booths, and sweeping waterfront views of the Bay and Oracle park. Thoughtful details...we could even adjust the soothing music volume in our booth! P A R K I N G Oracle/Pier 48 - Lot A. QR code is not obvious in the lot so pay ahead on SpotHero. Overall, Via Aurelia exceeded expectations for opening week and it was probably our most enjoyable meal since meeting in college. Looking forward to returning when the patio opens! read more

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This spot was recommended by a friend but it was a disappointing experience. The interior is beautiful and the service is attentive, but the food (particularly seafood) highly missed the mark. The feta cracker they brought to start was overly salty and almost inedible. The seafood dishes we ordered were also very fishy. The bass in particular had such a strong fishy flavor (also paired with a fishy seaweed puree) that it was barely eaten by our group. Same issue with the scallop crudo. The pork 3-ways dish was a very small portion size for the price. The chocolate dessert we ordered was also small and quite dry. The pastas we ordered were better and the complimentary sourdough bread was fluffy - if people do dine here I recommend sticking with pastas. Half of our group had stomach trouble after the meal which further soured the experience. Would not recommend. read more

Very cute ambiance and great service! The service here was very attentive and they gave good recommendations. The bread and appetizer (a cheese and meat plate) were delicious. I got the crab risotto which was excellent! Portion sizes felt pretty generous. Fun drinks as well with good options for mocktails. I'll come back when I'm in the area! read more

Via Aurelia's interior was very well decorated with orange and blue tones. It's a huge restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating. The bar had the option to dine in as well. Highly recommend all the dishes we ordered: The Winter Lettuce Salad, Scallop Crudo, Dungeness Crab, and Pappardelle Ragù. They seemed to be pretty busy but still can do walk ins at the bar. Definitely a fancier dining experience. read more

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Solid meal in a beautiful space. Ambiance: Very chic/modern; nailed the Italy vibe/colors. One of the most beautifully furnished restaurants on the city. Service: Very good; friendly, professional. Food: We ordered: - Squash salad - Tortellini - Pappardelle - Guinea Hen - Pork The pappardelle was our favorite dish by far. Perfectly cooked, chewy noodles with very homey boar ragu. The other dishes were good but candidly not particularly memorable. Clearly high quality ingredients, but also a noticeable step up in price vs. other top Italian restaurants in the city (given the fine dining elements). Not the best value if you are going purely for food, but the overall experience is nice. read more

Via Aurelia had amazing fine dining service! We loved every dish we tried as well as the freshly baked warm bread. If you go you should definitely try the gnudi, but all the pasta dishes we tried were tasty. It's good for a date or a group for a celebration! Beautiful interior. read more

Via Aurelia - Lard and bread - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Incredible! Excellent pastas and salads. Gorgeous and unique cocktails. Wonderful service - perfection. Cool view into the ballpark.

Tasha and Juan made me feel like 1 million bucks. I felt like I might be spoofed in an Instagram joke. After a 12 hour day with my free baseball cap and jersey on... They somehow took me in. I started with a steaming cup of bone broth, homemade as an homage to their whole animal butchery. Then they brought me "butter" that was the most delicious lardo with herbs that I've ever had. I almost wept when they took it away. I was long out of bread too... But the most perfect piece of Jane sourdough with some olive oil from Healdsburg beautiful and green like a first harvest. Then I just went with Tasha's l recommendations... I went with a softshell crab special and the hand-pulled pasta. I was not hungry at all, but somehow I didn't want the experience to end... I try to splash a sparkling with a softshell crab, which was a wonderful contrast and whose acidity cut the deep friedness. Yeah maybe that's not a word... then I had the long noodles... But a bit spicy for me. I was a perfect contrast though from the first dish, and I was glad I had it. I had no problem finishing it lol. I would probably go light spice for most people. I'll do that the next time. I can't say enough about the amazing service and treatment... I really have not felt that I had a special experience like this probably in the last year. I won't soon forget this, and my loyalty will be forever to this unexpected moment of humanity. This was honestly the best money I've spent, and truly a luxurious experience of how to be treated and some damn delicious food. Thank you so much to everybody here. I can tell that people really get along and the atmosphere is very positive. I wish it had opened earlier. It's my last month coming to visit here... And I can't wait to hopefully hit it a couple more times before going and definitely would come back again as a special trip. Well done, all of you! Thank you for this beautiful experience. read more

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Food and service were great. The ambiance is nice and service was very friendly and attentive. read more

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Typical SF restaurant trying to be fine dining but when you get to the food it's under whelming. Very small portions. Like the $40 for 5 pieces ravioli and 4 pieces tortellini. Heavily over priced. You'll pay several hundred dollars and still walk out hungry. Pasta took a long time to serve. The bread portion is two slices per basket. They try to be the SF elite restaurant in the area. Their menu is subpar. $175 starting for steak not worth it. They need to do better with the prices they're charging. Highly disappointing experience. Not sure why there are high reviews. Small portions, extremely overpriced for what you get. It was a bummer. Food was good but again, small portions. I don't understand how these types of restaurants are still in business. If you value your hard earned money, the pizza place across the way is way better and you leave more than satisfied. I walked out hungry. read more

The venue is beautiful and a great view of the baseball arena Out reservation was at 6 pm but they let us sit down at 5:30 which was great on a rainy night You get a garbanzo bean chip which was delish Jane's wheat bread with homemade olive oil and some sort of lard with rosemary It was all fabulous The wines and lemon drop were good We had the fantastic salad which was huge , the hare ragu pasta (our favorite) and the wild boar ragu pasta I had the "wagyu" salmon that was incredible Rich and fatty The only neg is we finished our wine and wanted to order another glass and huge lag where no service I finally had to flag a random server down which was annoying since there are tons of servers roaming around Also the waitress said the ragu pastas were completely different cause we were worried they would be too similar .......they were very similar and we should not have ordered both read more

Via Aurelia - Salmon - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

My experience at Via Aurelia exceeded my every expectation. -Food: fresh, delicious, very creative, decadent, and flavorful -Service: impeccable; our server was very attentive and friendly, provided great recommendations -Ambiance: 10/10 - loved the decor and the overall vibe, every detail was so thoughtful. It was evident that this place was created with so much love and passion. Thank you for a fantastic experience! Definitely coming back here again. read more

the opening of Via Aurelia has been long awaited... and it's finally here! ...and we've already been four times! the atmosphere is elevated yet laid-back & modern, with a pinch of rustic and a dash of cozy. dress code ranges from formal (but not stuck up) to the nicer end of casual with clean sneakers. we were lucky enough to dine there on the first night they opened to the public. thank you to our very first server Francisco! pretty much all the staff are super friendly and welcoming. both Tasha and Amy are very attentive servers and ensure you get everything you could need and make you smile throughout your night :) it's always a good idea to make a reservation (on OpenTable) especially when sports season is in full blast, but they also designate some seats at the bar and high tops for walk-ins. if you do sit at the bar, you can order from the full menu as well as a specific bar menu with small bites. Patrick will make sure you're taken care of and makes a mean martini. if you're leaning more towards wine, there's plenty of nice bottles to choose from! Justin the sommelier can help you pair the right one (or two!) to your meal. they start you off with an amuse buche of a chicharrón wafer in a fennel seed mixture (don't eat the seed mixture). the dusting of spices adds a delightful zingy flavor to it. this is followed by rustic bread fresh out of the oven, a butter/lard combo that melts perfectly upon contact with said bread, and their fancy olive oil--truly like no other! the textures in the insalata de verdura deeply compliment each other and create layers of flavor with each perfectly assembled bite (create your bites intentionally). their salad slightly changes depending on what fresh ingredients are available. we've gotten it more than once and regardless of the season, it's a hit every time! as for pastas, so far we split the Tortelli Mugellani, Papardelle, orzo with lobster, and the Maltagliatti. the papardelle is a mouthwatering favorite. tortelli mugellani is a MUST TRY, at least once in your life. ask them to tell you the origin story! and the duck dish (Anatra) is juicy, full of flavor, and absolutely delicious. read more

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We got seated at the bar at around 6 pm on a week day since we did not have a reservation. Personally I didn't mind it until there were people hovering at the bar looking at the menu / waiting to be seated. It was tough because I was seated at the middle edge so there was constantly people hovering as I was eating. Other than that I really liked the interior of the restaurant. We did spend a good 2.5 hours just yapping and eating. The bread and butter was delicious, the main entree were a little too salty for my preference but we thought the portion sizes were okay. The salad was really yummy. Overall, it was good but on the pricier side. read more

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Im here right now for my bday dinner my friend planned. Service felt a little pushy with the somm but we ended up with a beautiful wine that I'll go out and look for after this. The rabbit and crab pasta dish were fantastic. Very different flavors but would definitely order again. We ordered the pork and rabbit for our mains and both were disappointing. The biggest disappointment was when our server asked how it was and we let her know that the pasta was better and just said "oh" and walked away. Pork was great if it was an actual entree size, but it's served as a tasting. Should be on the appetizer side at half the price. The duck was a solid portion with underwhelming preparation. To top it off, they seemed to have forgotten it was my birthday when dessert came out. There's so much potential here but Amy as a server was disappointing, both in service and attention to detail. I want to come back to gove the food another chance but afraid of the terrible service. read more

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Start to finish DELICIOUS. May I just say I did not expect "foam" to be so incredible? I left commenting that I will be ordering that foam as an entree in the future! Can I pretend it's a dinner soup? It was delectable, same as the service, presentation, and my drink; I can't think of anything to complain about and that says a lot! I was exhausted otherwise I would have taken note of the servers names and given credit here; everyone was outstanding from the moment we entered to the moment we left. Great ambiance, view, and attention to detail. We will certainly return. read more

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We came to Via Aurelia to celebrate our wedding anniversary and had a really lovely experience. We brought our 8 month old daughter and the staff was so kind and accommodating, which we truly appreciated. Service felt warm and genuine, and we loved the cozy, stylish interior. The Pegasus and Sazerac cocktails were both solid and the complimentary bread to start was a nice touch. We ordered the scallops, wild boar ragu, salmon, and dry aged duck breast and while everything was good, nothing particularly stood out as memorable. Even though we passed on dessert, they surprised us with complimentary sorbets, which felt really thoughtful and made the night feel extra special. read more

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Impeccable meal! Food, drinks and service were outstanding. My wife couldn't stop admiring the decor. We purchased a cookbook and Chef David signed it and met us at our table. We will definitely be back! read more

I don't think I've had better service anywhere else in San Francisco. The pasta was absolutely delicious, and the restaurant is beautifully decorated. Fantastic food, wonderful atmosphere, and truly exceptional service! read more

Loved my meal here! Stopped in without reservations (which means you'll probably be seated at the bar). The orzo with crab was sooo good. I'd meant to eat only half and to take the rest home, but couldn't stop myself from finishing it. The mains come with a couple of small bites which were also great. Tried the martini and birdcage cocktails, both delicious. The restaurant ambiance is very sleek and modern, and the service is really attentive. Excited to go back. read more

Don't drown the duck $450 with tip and I left disappointed. The formato aglio verde was delicious -- genuinely the highlight of the night. But everything else fell flat. I ordered the dry-aged duck breast ($52) because duck breast is my favorite cut of meat. The duck itself was good, but they absolutely drowned it in a super sour rhubarb sauce -- the entire plate soaked in it, under the 1 asparagus and whatever the other 2 lone items were. I had to literally pull the duck out of the sauce just to enjoy it. The duck leg biggest was even worse, just a dense sweet little lump that couldn't decide if it wanted to be too sweet or too sour or too dry. The porterhouse was $195 and it was... chewy. That's really all I can say about it. It was a lot of okay meat-- with au jus and pickled mushrooms For this price point the food should speak for itself. The duck didn't need to be buried -- it was already good. Wish they'd left well enough alone. read more

Walking into Via Aurelia honestly took my breath away. The space feels like a work of art. The Florence inspired wall of rope is stunning & instantly sets the tone, while the curated decor tells a story that connects parts of Italy with modern San Francisco. The lighting is soft but dramatic in just the right way, pulling everything together so the room feels warm, stylish & complete. The service was something special. It was like watching a team perfectly in sync, almost like a symphony. Every dish arrived with perfect timing, wine was topped up without asking & the staff seemed to anticipate every need. Professional, knowledgeable & incredibly welcoming without ever being overbearing. Now to the food! EVERY single dish was beautiful to look at & even better to eat. The Tartara di Tonno was fresh & balanced, rich tuna belly with cucumber & sea lettuce in perfect harmony. The Sformato di Funghi was earthy & comforting with chanterelles, sweet corn & Parmigiano. The Tortellini di Formagio might have been my favorite, silky tomato sauce with creamy robbiola filling & that Parmigiano crisp for texture. The Pappardelle con Sugo di Cinghiale was incredible, wide pasta ribbons soaking up a rich wild boar ragù brightened by Pecorino Toscano. The Merluzzo Nero con Porri e Patate (black cod with leeks, potato & truffle sauce) was delicate, indulgent & memorable. The Maiale (pork belly & chop) was cooked to perfection, with crispy skin, juicy meat, apple, mustard seed & smoky guanciale tied together by a deep jus. I was lucky enough to get one of the first reservations & I can already tell this place is going to be one of the hardest tables to get in the city & rightfully so. Via Aurelia is not just another new restaurant, it's a destination & absolutely destined to be a huge success. read more

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The food was so good and the service was great. The Sformato Aglio Verde is a must Would definitely go back! read more

Carlos at the bar makes an amazing extra dirty martini (not on the menu). Service is very attentive read more

Via Aurelia - Sazerac and dirty dirty martini - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California