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1. Original Joe's - San Francisco
4.7
Exceptional(4233)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • North Beach
Booked 135 times today
Original Joe’s is the quintessential, classic San Francisco dining experience. A fabric of the City for over 80 years, it is located in the heart of the historic and majestic North Beach, a mecca for natives, tourists, and culinary aficionados alike.Original Joe’s is the oldest of all existing Joe’s restaurants in the country and is the innovator of what is now nationally known as the “Joe’s Concept”. With its signature red leather booths, legendary smooth cocktails, and renowned Italian American menu, Joe’s has come to signify its own Northern Californian category of food and symbolizes classic Italian American comfort food at its finest.
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2. Park Tavern on Washington Square
3.8
Excellent(42)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • North Beach
Booked 38 times today
Park Tavern on Washington Square has long been a vibrant staple and foundation of the North Beach community. Now, under the helm of renowned American chef-partner Jonathan Waxman and fifth-generation San Franciscan James Nicholas, Park Tavern on Washington Square celebrates San Francisco’s vibrant dining scene with a fresh new era. The restaurant has several private dining options available for groups and parties. As a Bay Area native and one of the pioneers of “California cuisine” Chef Waxman leans into his roots, celebrating the region’s local ingredients showcased in simple, seasonal dishes. Guests can enjoy a menu including Yellowfin Tuna Crudo with avocado, blood oranges, and fresno chili salsa, Cavatelli with dungeness crab, lemon, and parmesan, and Kurobuta Pork Chop Milanese with new potatoes and pepperonata. A few of Waxman’s trademark dishes make an appearance including the JW Kale Salad with anchovy dressing and breadcrumbs, and the famed JW Chicken with salsa verde.
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3. Luisa's Restaurant Wine bar since 1959
4.8
Exceptional(274)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • North Beach
We are open to indoor & outdoor dining as well as delivery and takeout. Follow us:www.luisasrestaurantwinebarsince1959.comThe Most Authentic Italian Food In San Francisco. Luisa's Restaurant Wine Bar is a traditional Italian restaurant located in the heart of the San Francisco North Beach neighborhood. Luisa has combined her family recipes into her menu which includes handmade pastas, thin-crust pizzas, gnocchi, and meatballs. For a real Italian dining experience, you will feel right at home with Luisa's Restaurant.
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4. North Beach Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(2864)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • North Beach
Booked 23 times today
From the Heart of Italy to the Heart of San Francisco!Buon Appetito!Since 1970, the North Beach Restaurant has been renowned as San Francisco's #1 Italian Restaurant for its Tuscan culinary excellence, relaxed ambiance, warm hospitality, and great service by Bay Area families, tourists, romantics, conventioneers, business managers, politicians, sports celebrities, and movie stars! The North Beach Restaurant is a must-visit San Francisco dining experience that offers: ***Authentic Tuscan cuisine prepared with fresh ingredients including antipasti, polenta, home-cured prosciutto, focaccia, risotto, fresh pasta, seafood, veal, lamb, chicken, beef, and homemade desserts!
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5. Fior D'Italia
4.7
Exceptional(1691)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • North Beach
Booked 10 times today
Let Chef Gianni Audieri create a feast for your senses in the legendary San Francisco restaurant! Located in lively North Beach, Fior d"Italia offers fine Italian dining in a welcoming, elegant and fun atmoshere.Enjoy a classic cocktail or glass of fine wine at the 1920's solid Mahogany and brass bar while chatting with locals and tourists alike. Or enjoy privacy at one of the intimate tables located by the window.Dine in the warmly lit dining room and enjoy a classic Northern Italian dish cooked from only the finest and freshest ingredients. Known for his wide range of organic ingredients, homemade pastas and sumptuous entrees, Chef Gianni has a creation to please every palette."The Fior is a labor of love" says Chef Gianni. "This business is tough but when you love cooking traditional Italian cuisine, it becomes a way of life...and fun too!"Whether on business or pleasure, come dine with us at the Oldest Italian Restaurant in America!
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6. Acquolina
4.5
Awesome(482)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • North Beach
Booked 4 times today
In Italian, Acquolina means “mouthwatering” – illustrating what happens when you see a delicious, inviting dish. This phenomenon can only happen when food is made with passion and love. For us, food “is a social matter. ” In turn, Acquolina weds a passion for food with a real respect for the community in which it stands – welcoming a mix of locals and visitors, singles and families, welcoming guests of all ages and lifestyles.At Acquolina, we endeavor to create a vibrant and lively atmosphere where our patrons can revel in the experience of an authentic and “regional” Italian meal. The Tuscan-infused menu is meant to pair with an assortment of wines, with samplings from Italy and California. In the spirit of the Tuscan Trattoria, everything is meant to be authentic – the pasta boiler and the pizza oven came direct from Italy, brought here to guarantee a perfect plate of “al dente” pasta and a perfect slice of thin crust pizza.
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7. The Red Window
4.6
Exceptional(67)
Price: Moderate
• Modern European • North Beach
Booked 3 times today
The Red Window that offers dinner, brunch, a Cocktail bar and an event space. Its menu is marked by innovation and intentionality, bringing a touch of modern European cuisine blends the vibrant flavors of Spanish tapas, the rich traditions of Italian cuisine, and the boldness of American culinary influences into a captivating dining experience to the San Francisco dining scene. The Red Window is distinguished by its remarkable Art and Décor, all meticulously crafted by the diligent work of local artists and designers. At the Red Window, dining is an immersive and positive experience that transcends the food on the plate. Whether indulging in brunch or dinner, guests are guaranteed an unparalleled and enjoyable experience.
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8. Bocconcino
4.8
Exceptional(98)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • North Beach
Booked 9 times today
Bocconcino, a chic Italian restaurant in San Francisco, combines classic and modern elements. It features an elegant ambiance with a cozy patio. , the menu showcases traditional Italian dishes with innovative twists using local ingredients. Highlights include handmade pastas, gourmet entrées, and indulgent desserts. The wine list pairs Italian and Californian selections with the cuisine. Bocconcino's attentive service, regular culinary events, and commitment to sustainability make it a unique culinary destination in the city's vibrant dining scene.
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9. Barbara Pinseria
4.5
Awesome(176)
Price: Moderate
• Pizzeria • North Beach
Booked 4 times today
Barbara is a lively Italian restaurant inspired by the rustic tradition of Roman pizzerie, opening in San Francisco’s historic Italian district of North Beach in September 2018 to serve as the neighborhood destination for casual dinning. We feature an energetic open kitchen, creating fresh takes on classics as well as original inventions showcasing seasonal and local ingredients, transporting taste of the eternal city to San Francisco. We offer craft cocktails, Italian and Californian wines, indoor and outdoor seating, and Barbara's fun, warm, style pairs well with the restaurant’s classic Italian comfort and friendly spirit.
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10. California Fish Market Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(218)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • North Beach
Booked 5 times today
We are a sustainable water to table seafood restaurant, we believe eating eating seafood is a great way to boost your immune system while supporting many of fisherman and seafood farmers during this challenging time. California Fish Market only uses sustainable seafood that is either caught or farmed in a way that has less impact on the environment

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  • tim
    Phoenix / Arizona •114 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Every time we visit San Francisco our first dinner is Fior. It visiting old friends. The level of service never changes from: excellent. The food is always brought to the table prepared perfectly and piping hot. In a city filled with great restaurants, Fior maintains a standard of excellence that is enviable for every other place in the area. See you in Summer!
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    Fior D'ItaliaPrice: Expensive• Italian• North Beach
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    4.7
  • Michelle
    San Francisco Bay Area •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Perfect dinner - delicious pasta, fish and burger meals thoroughly enjoyed by our party of 3. The service by our waiter Dickie was professional, delightful, attentive with fun humor too. His back up crew was efficient in serving as well as clearing. We had a most enjoyable evening at this great old time San Francisco restaurant and we look forward to returning hopefully soon.
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    Original Joe's - San FranciscoPrice: Moderate• Italian• North Beach
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    4.7
  • JulieVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •34 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We were back for the first time since reopening. NBR is a SF favorite for us. We have been coming here for years. The remodel is lovely. Samuel, our server was charming and gracious…service was impeccable! Our only complaint was the BLARING, OUT OF CHARACTER MUSIC…felt like we were in a disco and not a tasteful restaurant! We asked the manager to address the music and he said it was the owner’s prerogative to pick the music and not his which was a rather flip response…nothing changed and we could hardly hear ourselves talk!
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    North Beach RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• North Beach
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    4.6
  • JamesVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 29 Dec 2024
    Service, food, ambience all on point. Great to have this special restaurant space active again for North Beach.
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    Park Tavern on Washington SquarePrice: Expensive• Californian• North Beach
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    3.8
  • LaurenVIP
    Houston •18 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 29 Dec 2024
    Great little restaurant in North Beach. We had the meatballs and the special which was osso bucco and it was delish! The wines they offer are great value as well. We will be back the next time we are in San Francisco.
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    Luisa's Restaurant Wine bar since 1959Price: Moderate• Italian• North Beach
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    4.8

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