North Beach Restaurants

Rogue Public House

Address: 673 Union Street, San Francisco, CA 94133
Rogue Public House
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Most pubs in San Francisco offer finger foods to entice customers into purchasing more alcoholic beverages. At the Rogue Public House in North Beach, it's hard to tell what brings in more guests: the beer or the food. In addition to a full selection of the popular Rogue brand of beers, this modern pub has a full menu of extravagant and mouth-watering dishes that go above and beyond ordinary pub food. While customers can expect to find familiar bar food like hamburgers and chicken wings, Rogue Public House adds gourmet touches to all of their dishes, and a few even …

Campanula Kitchen

Address: 701 Union Street, San Francisco, CA 94133
Campanula Kitchen
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Campanula Kitchen of North Beach is known for their ability to put a delicious spin on some American favorites. Their Macaroni & Cheese comes with smoked bacon, herb bread crumbs, and truffle oil mixed in. They also serve unique small dishes such as Wild Boar “Sliders” and even Bone Marrow. Diners should be sure to sample not only the dishes, but also the specialty beverages: a select list including cocktails, wines, and beers. Dim lighting combines with views of Washington Park to create a romantic atmosphere that is ideal for an intimate dinner.

Gino & Carlo

Address: 548 Green St, San Francisco, CA 94133
Gino & Carlo
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Open since 1942, Gino and Carlo is probably the one of the unpretentious bars that graces its presents in North Beach, San Francisco. One of the few bars that are open at 6:00 am in the morning, a popular time for people to get a drink that are getting off the night owl shift, Gino and Carlo is a traditional Italian bar that offers great drinks all day long. For all the pool sharks, Gino and Carlo have a 64-player eight-ball pool tournament from time to time. In addition, Gino and Carlo doesn’t want to end up becoming a complete …

Caffe De Lucchi

Address: 500 Columbus (at Stockton), San Francisco, CA 94109
Caffe De Lucchi
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Many fans of Italian cuisine have craved fresh, well made pasta or a salad but don't have time for a full sit down meal. At Caffe Delucchi, customers can enjoy a quick meal in a casual environment that doesn't skimp on flavor or quality. Located at the corner of Columbus and Stockton in the heart of North Beach, Caffe Delucchi not only serves up a meal for the busy diner on the go, but does so with a unique flair. Whether it be for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, the dishes at this intimate Italian eatery combines the time honored of …

Caffe Greco

Address: 423 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94133
Caffe Greco
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While there are many fine Italian restaurants and cafés in San Francisco's North Beach neighborhood, few have received the acclaim of Caffe Greco. Located near the corner of Stockton and Columbus, Caffe Greco has been called one of the most authentic cafés in town, and is well known for its selection of Italian coffees and espressos (including Illy), fresh and warm pastries, and crisp paninis. For over 20 years, Caffe Greco has been garnering awards and praise from both critics and customers, and has become a welcome alternative to the larger coffee chains popping up around the city. In addition …

Mona Lisa

Address: 353 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94133
Mona Lisa
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The dishes and ingredients at Mona Lisa may be simple, but their superior quality is what sets this excellent eatery apart from the many other Italian restaurants in North Beach. Located near the corner of Columbus and Grant, Mona Lisa has gained quite a reputation for making delicious pastas, pizzas, and meat dishes using quality ingredients. Using simple, fresh ingredients allows Mona Lisa to create a large and varied menu full of traditional Italian dishes that are bursting with flavor. With so many meals to choose from, fans of Italian food will be hard pressed to find something on the …

Caffe Roma

Address: 526 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94133-2802
Caffe Roma
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Located on Columbus Avenue, Caffe Roma offers the highest quality coffee and cozy atmosphere for all guests. Built on three generations of the Azzollini Family, they use their knowledge and passion for coffee to provide patrons the best coffee possible by blending and roasting their own beans in house. In addition, Caffe Roma has a wide selection of non-coffee beverages like creamy Italian Soda and Ice/Blended concoctions. Caffe Roma provides guest with a wide selection of breakfast danishes, grilled paninis, Italian cold cut sandwiches, and antipasti dishes that pairs great with their café drinks.

Michelangelo Ristorante & Caffe

Address: 579 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94133
Michelangelo Ristorante & Caffe
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At Michelangelo’s Café in North Beach, they serve authentic Italian cuisine at a reasonable price. Michelangelo’s serves favorite Italian dishes that are delicious and flavorful. Michelangelo’s is filled with High Renaissance art and glow blown lamps hang from the ceiling, creating a well lit atmosphere while you dine. Whenever you’re in North Beach, stop by at Michelangelo’s Café to indulge in great Italian cuisine.

O'Reilly's Irish Pub & Restaurant

Address: 622 Green Street, San Francisco, CA 94133-3802
O'Reilly's Irish Pub & Restaurant
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Located on the bustling streets of North Beach, O'Reily's Irish Pub & Restaurants serves authentic Irish cuisine and is quite possible the best Irish pub outside of the Emerald Isle. Its cobblestone floor and old street lamp imported from Dublin and its beautiful, antique Celtic glass back bar recreates an atmosphere just like the local pub right in Ireland. The menu specializes in providing unique dishes that speaks sounds of authentic Irish cuisine. Choose from dishes like the Beer Battered Fish and Chips or the Traditional Irish Stew – Tender lamb slowly cooked with onions, carrots, potatoes, celery, rosemary and …

Sushi Hunter

Address: 1701 Powell Street, San Francisco, CA 94133
Sushi Hunter
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North Beach in San Francisco is famous for the prevalence of Italian influences, but Sushi Hunter provides those in search of something different a nice change of pace. With an All You Can Eat menu that features sushi made to order, as well as appetizers, tempura, and grilled entrées, Sushi Hunter is a great place for hungry diners to get more than their fill of Japanese fare. A la carte menu items feature extensive sushi and sashimi as well as traditional Japanese entrees, bento box, appetizers, and salads. Happy Hour, which runs from 5:00 p.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through …

Cinecitta Ristorante & Bar

Address: 663 Union Street, San Francisco, CA 94133-2811
Cinecitta Ristorante & Bar
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Many restaurants claim that their dishes are “The Real Taste of Rome” yet they seem to fall short. Cinecitta Ristorante & Bar does not fall short of that mark but exceeds it by offering authentic Italian cuisin. Cinecitta has delicious Italian choices on their menu that will make your mouth water. Cinecitta hand creates tasty pizzas with flavorful ingredient combinations like the traditional Margherita pizza and the Pollo Arrosto: roasted chicken with marsala wine mushrooms, tomato sauce, and parmigano. Aside from their delicious pizza selections, Cinecitta has hand crafted Panini sandwiches, Calzoni, and a handful of pasta selections.

Park Tavern

Address: 1652 Stockton Street, San Francisco, CA 94133
Park Tavern
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An upscale American tavern, Park Tavern was created to by the team behind the popular Marlowe restaurant in SOMA. Park Tavern is hybrid establishment with an indoor/outdoor cafe, providing fine dining cuisine in a tavern-ish environment that is polished and contemporary. They offer delicious dinner and bar fare, ranging from shareable plates in raw, smoked, or fried forms, to soups, salads, appetizers, and mains. Their open kitchen gives diners a live show in the culinary arts. Bartenders perform amazing acts by creating classic, crafted cocktails with good spirits and fresh ingredients at their open bar. For large groups, Park Tavern …

Sotto Mare

Address: 552 Green Street, San Francisco, CA 94133
Sotto Mare
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For decades, Chef Gigi Fiorucci has created many fine restaurants in San Francisco, including Maye's Oyster House and Montclair restaurant. After many years as a successful restauranteur and seafood master, Chef Fiorucci is dedicating most of his time and effort to making a success of his final restaurant: Sotto Mare. Located on Green Street in North Beach, this intimate and homey restaurant serves some of the tastiest oysters and seafood in the neighborhood, and does so with a zesty Italian flair. While Chef Fiorucci has a skilled mastery of Italian cuisine, the heart of this eatery is the fresh, high …

Mara's Italian Pastry

Address: 503 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94133
Mara's Italian Pastry
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North Park is filled with delicious Italian restaurants, and when you leave room for dessert, Mara’s Italian Pastry shop is located in close proximity to many local gems. Window displays of some of the freshest pastries serve to entice patrons, who eagerly enter into a café-type dining room where they can order as many pastries as they desire. Coffee and other complements to these delectable pastries are available as well, so whether looking for an after-dinner treat or just somewhere to meet for a coffee date, Mara’s team welcomes you in.

Rose Pistola

Address: 532 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94133
Rose Pistola
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For fifteen years, Rose Pistola has been treating diners to a fabulous selection of fresh and seasonal Italian dishes, as well as an incredible selection of Italian wines. Located near Washington Square, Rose Pistola prides itself on using seasonal ingredients from local farms and markets to ensure the full flavor that comes with these untouched foods. Besides the great taste of fresh meats, vegetables, and cheeses, this level of seasonality prompts the restaurant to regularly change the menu and gives customers a wide variety of delectable dishes like Spaghetti with Clams, Broccoli di Cicco & Lobster Butter and Butternut Squash …

Alimento

Address: 507 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94133
Alimento
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Alimento is a charming, individually-owned restaurant that specializes in authentic Italian subs, gelato, and even self-serve frozen yogurt. Their sandwich selection is not to be beat, with a list of specialty sandwiches and the option to choose your own bread, meat, cheese, and toppings. Specialty breads such as Ciabatta start off the sandwich line, and combine with options such as Black Forest Ham, Roasted Salami, and classic cheeses. Dessert options are readily available to complete the meal. With a name meaning “nourishment” in Spanish, this restaurant aims to quell even the strongest of hunger pangs.

Calzone's Pizza Cucina

Address: 430 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94133
Calzone's Pizza Cucina
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Residents of San Francisco who are craving a little bit of old New York need only head to Calzone's in North Beach. The spacious bistro combines traditional Italian food with a little New York flare to provide some of the most delicious pizzas, sandwiches, pasta, and gourmet entrees this side of the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway. Even the atmosphere exudes the feeling of the Big Apple, with a classic deli interior and comfortable booths that are ideal for a night out with friends or family. Unique to Calzone's is their unmistakable pizzas; cooked in an oblong, almost torpedo shape and piled with …

Steps of Rome Trattoria

Address: 362 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94133
Steps of Rome Trattoria
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San Francisco is home of many great restaurants. To stand out from the rest you must offer not only top notch cuisine but an atmosphere that caters to all patrons. It’s very hard to achieve an overall standard, however; The Steps of Rome Trattoria has all those qualities. By offering enjoyable Italian cuisine and an establishment fit for most events, like a romantic getaway for two, or an outing with friends to enjoy the night. Their establishment transports guest to an Italian get-away with their traditional set up, from their outdoor sign to their interior décor, combined with white table …

Curly's Coffee Shop

Address: 1624 Powell Street, San Francisco, CA 94133
Curly's Coffee Shop
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Curly’s Coffee Shop of North Beach welcomes diners in with a cozy dining room and an extensive menu featuring traditional American and Japanese options. Breakfast ranges from New York Steak and Eggs to a Mini-Breakfast plate featuring traditional bacon and eggs. The customary American lunch selection includes burgers, sandwiches, and hot dogs, while the Japanese Lunch offers something a little different. Teriyaki choices range from Chicken to Squid and a large variety of Donburi Bowls come with Miso Soup. Diners can even finish off their meal with the traditional Japanese dessert of Green Tea Ice Cream.

Txoko

Address: 504 Broadway, San Francisco, CA 94133
Txoko
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Amidst the home-style Italian restaurants and trendy sushi bars, Txoko provides Telegraph Hill locals a real Euskal Herria treat. The Basque influenced menu boasts seafood and meat dishes, ranging from Fanny Bay Oysters appetizer to Almond Wood Grilled Veal Chop, served with Butternut Squash, Mushrooms, Potato Gratin, Crispy Sweetbreads, and Grilled Scallions all under a Sherry Sauce. The terse assortment of starters, entrees and sides is accompanied by the “Big Plates” section.To continue the Basque effect, the Pintxos, or bar snacks, leave little to desire. Options like Duck Rillette or Bocadillo de Boquerones prove Txoko is not a typical chips …