Italian Restaurants

Beretta

Address: 1199 Valencia Street, San Francisco, CA 94110
Beretta
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Beretta in the Mission District offers hungry patrons inventive cocktails, thin crust pizzas, and contemporary Italian comfort food, which is delicious in its own right. The dinner menu is filled with exquisite Italian fare. Satiate your appetite with dishes such as Eggplant Caponatina, Risotto with prosciutto, leaks, and goat cheese, and Dungeness Crab Arancini with calabrese aioli. Guests can also share one, or two of Beretta's mouth-watering pizzas topped with only the freshest ingredients, like squash, rosemary, prosciutto, basil, goat cheese, and more. Every day, Beretta has a single main dish that rotates, such as Rock Cod with Roasted Tomatoes …

Paolo's

Address: 333 West San Carlos Street, San Jose, CA 95110
Paolo's
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Located in the heart of Silicon Valley, and to be exact, the epicenter of San Jose, is Paolo’s, an Italian restaurant with roots planted firmly in “The Boot”. Open now for over 50 years in the River Park area, Paolo’s serves lunch and dinner Monday through Saturday in a unique park-like environment. If you’re looking for pastas or pizzas, either contemporary or traditional, you can find them on the menu. Some of the items are originals from the first few years of opening, like the Ossobuco di Vitello (Braised veal shank, saffron faro, and gremolata) and Empress Salad which consists …

The Basin

Address: 14572 Big Basin Way, Saratoga, CA 95070
The Basin
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With influences stemming from Italy and Spain, The Basin serves up both types of food with American flair. In downtown Saratoga, just southwest of San Jose, The Basin has a wide selection of small plates such as the Paella Pequena, Lamb Sliders, house made Burrata and Truffle Fries. Seafood and Salads are available with fresh Shucked Oysters, House Cured Wild Salmon and the Fancy Green Salad on the lighter side. If you are hankering for a large entrée, the Pork N’ Clams with a Snake River Farms tenderloin and littleneck clams should hit the spot, as will the Thick Cut …

Il Postale

Address: 127 West Washington Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA 94086
Il Postale
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For a hearty meal and a laid-back atmosphere in Sunnyvale, Il Postale offers diners the chance to unwind and enjoy their time. The petite restaurant plays host to intimate dining alongside an expansive menu featuring Italian-American dishes. Favorites like Fettuccine Alfredo and Baked Rigatoni make an appearance but it is the more elaborate dishes that separate Il Postale from the rest. The varied pasta menu accommodates any taste. For carnivores, the Baked Penne with Wild Boar and Italian sausages in home-style marinara sauce excites the appetite. Those craving a more veggie-centric dish can lavish in the artichoke, mushroom, red pepper, …

Paesano Ristorante Italiano

Address: 350 West Julian Street, San Francisco, CA 95110
Paesano Ristorante Italiano
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Nestled in the Little Italy district of San Jose, Paesano Ristorante Italiano is a local gem that offers authentic Italian cuisine. The restaurant is owned and managed by Giuseppe “Pino” Spatola, a native of Sicily, who strives to incorporate the traditional dishes into the menu that he fondly knows from home. The lunch menu offers a large selection of appetizers, soups, salads, pastas, Paninis, pastas, and main dishes. Locals admire the Gamberi and Calamari Fri Diavola, comprised of sautéed prawns and calamari with garlic, olive oil, and vodka in a spicy marinara sauce. For dinner, various veal and lamb dishes …

Vito's Trattoria

Address: 90 Skyport Drive, San Jose, CA 95110
Vito's Trattoria
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In the heart of San Jose’s Business District lies Vito’s Trattoria, an authentic Italian eatery featuring an array of lunch and dinner options. Menu choices include a variety of salads, pastas, sandwiches, pizzas, entrées, and desserts. For dinner, locals rave about the juicy Ossobuco Siciliano and the Scallop, Prawn & Mussel Picatta. Complete your meal with a sweet treat like the scrumptious Cannoli or Tiramisu. Gluten free and vegetarian alternatives are also available. Guests will appreciate the extensive wine list with handpicked wines which perfectly complement any meal. For a quick and casual bite to eat, stop in the adjoining …

Arya Global Cuisine

Address: 19930 Stevens Creek Boulevard, Cupertino, CA 95014
Arya Global Cuisine
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Experience the elegance of the Old World at Arya Global Cuisine in the town of Cupertino on Stevens Creek Blvd. The philosophy of Arya is a blend of Italian and Middle Eastern cuisines. On the Persian side of the menu, guests can choose from dishes that elicit the contrast of flavors that set Persian cuisine apart from other Middle Eastern plates. Arya uses exotic spices like saffron, dried fruits and nuts to create traditional Persian flavor combinations that will excite and surprise guests. The Pomegranate Pistachio Meatballs are a perfect example of the contrast between sweet and savory. Kebab plates …

TusCA

Address: 5101 Great America Parkway, Santa Clara, CA 95054
TusCA
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TusCA offers a blend of costal Italian cuisine with seasonal local California ingredients. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, this Santa Clara restaurant is suitable for any special occasion. Begin a meal with a selection from the Antipasti menu, featuring fresh vegetables, local and Tuscan cheeses, and cured meats. Signature dishes include Brick Oven Pizzas, Olive Oil Poached Castroville Artichokes, Grilled Veal Loin, and homemade Gelato. The extensive wine list offers over 40 international and local varietals. For a satisfying breakfast, choose from options such as the Tuscan Benedict, with shaved Prosciutto ham, heirloom tomato, and basil hollandaise sauce, or …

Piatti Ristorante & Bar

Address: 3905 Rivermark Plaza, Santa Clara, CA 95054
Piatti Ristorante & Bar
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With its open display kitchen and stone hearth pizza oven, Piatti Ristorante proudly crafts authentic Italian cuisine in a warm and inviting setting. Located in San Jose, Piatti Ristorante features seasonal lunch and dinner menus and an extensive wine list. Menu selections include the Baratta, featuring 18 month aged prosciutto di parma, melon, sea salt, and quince saba, or the Grilled Creative King Salmon with summer succotash, gnochetti, and basil butter. Vegetarian, gluten-free, and kid-friendly menus are also available. The grand stone fireplace, rich wood accents, and large windows provide an ambiance that is both airy and refined. The outside …

Avanti Restaurant

Address: 1917 Mission St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Avanti Restaurant
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At Avanti Restaurant, we have been committed to the local food culture since 2019. We serve you organic vegetables, sustainable seafood, pasture-raised meats and poultry, organic milk, butter and eggs, locally roasted coffee, and house-made desserts. We have a full bar featuring seasonal cocktails and a variety of spirits.

Mac's Old House

Address: 3100 E 18th St, Antioch, CA 94509
Mac's Old House
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Mac's Old House ended reservations in June 2021. We returned back to first come, first served. Thank you!

Brindisi Cucina di Mare

Address: 88 Belden Place, San Francisco, CA 94109

Casanova

Address: 5th Street, Carmel, CA 93921
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Welcome to Casanova, a culinary experience that echoes the South of France & Northern Italy in the center of Carmel, California. Our style and ambiance is matched by a standard of excellence in food and service that has brought us worldwide acclaim. The hand dug Wine Cellar has received numerous awards for its outstanding selection of wines from all over the world.

Farina

Address: 3560 18th Street, San Francisco, CA 94110
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Located in the midst of row houses in the Mission District, Farina Focaccia and Cucina Italiana gives an authentic Northern Italian experience to patrons with its food, service and atmosphere. From Farina’s meats, cheeses and pastas, the menu is made almost entirely in-house, and you feel almost transported to “The Boot” and back with every meal. Prosciutto di San Daniele, Filetto di Pagello alla Ligure (Red Snapper filet) and Pansotti di Recco con pesto di noci (Pansotti pasta filled with ricotta cheese) are a few of the menu choices available on a daily basis for dinner 5:30 p.m. 10 p.m. …

Bruno's Fine Dining Italian Restaurant

Address: 501 5th St., Gonzales, CA 93926
Bruno's Fine Dining Italian Restaurant
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Bruno's is a fine dining Italian restaurant staffed by the Gonzales High School Advanced Culinary class. This restaurant is the final project for the class and we thank you in advance for attending our opening night on Thursday, May 31st, 2018. We have established a fixed price of $15 per person for which you will be able to have your choice of appetizer, entree, and dessert.

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Chianti Ristorante

Address: 217 Crossroads Blvd., , CA 0

Di Napoli Pizzeria and Ristorante

Address: 202 Grand Avenue, South San Francisco, CA 94080

Zuppa

Address: 564 4th Street, San Francisco, CA 94101

Fino Ristorante

Address: 624 Post Street, San Francisco, CA 94109