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Cafe Zoetrope, San Francisco, CA

Cafe Zoetrope

4.7
4.7
301 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 4 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
Taking its name from the production company of legendary film creator Francis Ford Coppola, Café Zoetrope in San Francisco, CA is tucked into the landmark Sentinel Building. A European style café, it offers authentic Italian fare in an unforgettable setting. It also serves up wine from Coppola's vineyard to work perfectly with the dishes.

The menu at Café Zoetrope is perfect for a family or group of friends, including shareable starters like the picatta tray full of cheeses and meats. There are many large and amazingly fresh salads, panini sandwiches and impressive house specialties at Café Zoetrope. Plenty of pasta options along with pizza and calzones keep things casual, and there are many fun cocktails to savor if you prefer.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00–20:00 Fri, Sat 12:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (415) 291-1700
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Lidia Valledor
  • Area
    North Beach
  • Cross Street
    Columbus Ave.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 301 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cafe Zoetrope offers a "superb" dining experience with "outstanding service" and "tasty food" in a "beautiful atmosphere." Known for its "fantastic" wine and Italian cuisine, it's a favorite during San Francisco Restaurant Week. The ambience is "rich, welcoming, and relaxing," making it a "family favorite" and a choice spot for special occasions.

301 Reviews
  1. Sandy

    VIP

    San Francisco

    35 reviews

    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time at the restaurant- it was a busy day for them with the Chinese New Year Parade The good was excellent- service was good I will absolutely go back again.

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  2. tanya

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s been over 15 years since I’ve eaten there and I’m so happy my spouse chose to have his birthday dinner there. Food and service were excellent- it’s great that it’s not touristy even though it’s in a hub. We will definitely be coming back.

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  3. Lynda

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s a lovely little spot. The service was fabulous. Not impressed by the Caesar salad was just too salty. why salt the dressing so much when you have a salty sardine on it? I’ve had a lot of Caesars and that was saltiest one ever. I’m still puckered from it. Pasta was yummy, but not spectacular. Nothing to write home about. Or come back for.

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  4. Joseph

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 27 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best wine in the city, the food was absolutely superb. And the staff is professional and attentive.

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  5. Rose

    VIP

    San Francisco

    41 reviews

    4.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on 7 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely quiet place with good pizza and pasta And good service!

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  6. Lee

    VIP

    Portland

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Menu hasn’t changed for decades and is too mediocre and bland for the price. We were asked to leave after 1hr5 mins even though we still had drinks left and had booked a reservation.

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  7. Jake

    VIP

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best restaurant in San Francisco!!! Outstanding service, tasty food, beautiful atmosphere.

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  8. Anthony

    Philadelphia

    308 reviews

    5.0

    308 reviews

    Dined on 24 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a good spot. Food and service are good.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 19 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Never been an we let our server do it all an omg the food was amazing… Wish I had gone here in my younger years

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  10. Gwen

    VIP

    San Francisco

    259 reviews

    4.0

    259 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Alwasys guaranteed pleasure during San Francisco Restaurant Week.

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FAQs

Cafe Zoetrope offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Cafe Zoetrope also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 291-1700.

Cafe Zoetrope is rated 4.7 stars by 301 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 4 times today

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Google Map for Cafe Zoetrope

916 Kearny Street, San Francisco, CA 94133

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Columbus Ave.
  • Area
    North Beach
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00–20:00 Fri, Sat 12:00–21:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Lidia Valledor
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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