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Perbacco

Name: Perbacco
Address: 230 California St, San Francisco, CA, United States, 94111
Telephone: (415) 955-0663
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7

6993 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

4 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 86 times today

Good for business meals
Good for special occasions
Great for fine wines

Sleek and modern with one foot firmly in the Old World is the feeling at Perbacco. The restaurant boasts a brick wall original to the historic 1913 Hind building, with other touches such as a bar top and floor tiles made from white Carrara marble. With 16 seats at the bar and 7 more intimate tables, Perbacco creates an atmosphere for a glass of wine or a light bite. Perbacco also features 2 dining rooms, one on the main floor and a smaller one on the Mezzanine, which has the added allure of serving as "theater", with windows to watch all the action in the kitchen below. Chef Staffan Terje strives to cook the finest food reflecting the Italian regions of Piemonte and Liguria. Handcrafted, house-made salumi, prosciutto and other charcuterie are not to be missed. Seasonal pastas, a tradition in Piemonte, range from the traditional ravioli to the more exotic agnolotti. Main courses feature dishes such as stuffed quail breast, a selection of seafood dishes, and vegetarian options.

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Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of Operation
Lunch Wed–Fri 12:00–15:00 Bar Wed–Fri 14:00–17:30 Dinner Wed–Fri 15:00–21:00 Sat 17:30–21:00
Phone number
(415) 955-0663
Website
http://www.perbaccosf.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Staffan Terje
Catering
Limited to party size of 100 or fewer. We will customize the menu according to the event.
Private party facilities
Perbacco accommodates groups of all sizes. A 18 seat "wine and dine" room features a temperature controlled wine cellar and a private atmosphere, without being too secluded. A 40-seat private room is also available for meetings, birthdays, and other occasions.
Private party contact
Event Coordinator: (415) 955-0647

Location
230 California St, San Francisco, CA 94111
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Area
Financial District / Embarcadero
Cross Street
Battery St. & Front St.
Parking details
Valet parking offered at night only. Cars will be parked primarily in a secured lot. Nearby parking public parking structures also available at Front at Sacramento (Embarcadero), Battery at Pine and on Front between Pine and California
Public transit
Bart: Montgomery station. Muni: Market and 1st St. stops.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

FRITTO MISTOUS$17.00
crisp fry of shrimp - maitake mushrooms - haricots verts - fennel - olives - lemon ajioli
PESCE CRUDOUS$23.00
preserved sea fennel - tangerine - shaved fennel - black lime
VITELLO TONNATOUS$16.00
slow roasted veal - lemon and albacore tuna sauce - capers - arugula
TERRINAUS$18.00
duck and quail terrine - pistachio - cherry - salted butter mustard - pickles - crostini
PIASTRA ROASTED OCTOPUSUS$18.00
broccoli di ciccio - veal tongue - citrus romesco - black olives
LITTLE GEM SALADUS$17.00
chicories - parmigiano reggiano- white anchovies - crouton
BURRATA CHEESEUS$21.00
marinated charred leeks and silver onions - black chanterelles - fagioli verdi - grated black truffle - levian crisp
ROASTED BEET SALADUS$17.00
arugula - whipped gorgonzola cheese - langhe hazelnuts - huckleberry vinaigrette
MARKET SALADUS$14.00
seasonal market vegetables and greens - white balsamic vinaigrette - shaved parmigiano reggiano
SOUPUS$13.00
potato and leek vellutata - crispy potato coral - chives - truffle

Pasta

AGNOLOTTI DAL PLINUS$19.00
pasta filled with roasted meats and vegetables · savoy cabbage · sugo d'arrosto
TORTELLI CON FEGATO D'ANATRAUS$22.00
pasta parcels filled with truffled duck liver mousse - blueberries hazlenuts - sherry vinegar
STROZZAPRETI AL PESTOUS$19.00
hand twisted ligurian pasta - potato - haricots verts - basil-pine nut pesto - pecorino cheese
CRESTE DI GALLOUS$21.00
semolina pasta - wild mushroom ragu - spinach - ricotta salata
RIGATONCINI NERIUS$21.00
octopus sugo - fennel - orange
PAPPARDELLEUS$20.00
wide pasta ribbons - slow cooked short rib ragu - scallion - horseradish crema
TAJARINUS$20.00
handcut thin tagliatelle - 5 hour pork and porcini mushroom sugo
RISOTTOUS$22.00
riso carnaroli di acquerello - asparagus - ricotta preserved meyer lemon

Secondi

SEARED NORTHERN HALIBUTUS$37.00
artichoke in barigoule - fennel - carrot - onion - potato - tapenade
RED WINE BRAISED SHORT RIB OF BEEFUS$36.00
mashed peas - roasted spring carrots - english peas fresh horseradish
BROWN BUTTER ROASTED PORK LOINUS$32.00
cabbage - sauerkraut apple passato - kohlrabi - jus
LIBERTY FARM DUCK BREASTUS$38.00
charred treviso - roasted turnips - grapes mostrada di frutta - tarragon

Contorni

PAN ROASTED CAULIFLOWERUS$9.00
pistachios - mint - pecorino romano
FRIED BRUSSELS SPROUTSUS$9.00
capers - anchovy - calbria chili - red wine vinaigrette
PAN ROASTED FINGERLING POTATOESUS$9.00
balsamic onions - rosemary

What 6,993 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

San Francisco
Great for fine wines

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Perbacco is a beloved San Francisco gem, known for "authentic northern Italian cuisine" and "impeccable service." Guests rave about the "delicious house-made pastas" and "beautifully presented dishes." The ambiance is "comfortable yet luxurious," making it perfect for special occasions or a sophisticated night out. Highly recommended for Italian food enthusiasts!

6,993 Reviews

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Joan
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a great place to meet for lunch. Food is consistently outstanding!
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Kenneth
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We have dined at Perbacco pretty much since it opened way back when. Always enjoyed their food and service. They are by no means a Michelin 3 star restaurant, but their menu is always well thought out and their dishes are consistently well prepared. We picked back up our visits to Perbacco after a long COVID pandemic induced hiatus and are very glad it is still there to serve us a “modrrn” version of Italian food we really like. Service is always professional and depending on the server, very warm and welcoming. We always feel relaxed and at home there.
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James
San Francisco
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Just great! Had been a few years but still delicious with professional yet friendly service!
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joel
New Orleans
18 reviews
vip
3.0
18 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Crispy Brussels sprouts not crispy, halibut had more cauliflower than fish, crudo overpowered by a sweet sauce, and I had the smallest martini ever. $10 for two rolls is absurd. The service was very good.
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Robin
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 27 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
High end Italian restaurant. Very busy on. Tuesday night. Limited enters but everything we tried was outstanding. A great birthday dinner for my daughter!
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EricM
Anchorage
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on 23 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food and service. A classic for more than a decade. Perbacco’s Alba white truffles are amazing!
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Chandra
San Francisco
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 20 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Came here for anniversary lunch on a rainy day in SF. We loved the vibe from the get go. Service was on point with good recommendations on wine options. Burrata appetizer was very nice! We followed it triangular pasta and roast chicken. Make sure to get reservations as the place gets packed quickly. Overall great experience! Good options for vegetarian wife and decently priced for dates!
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Andrea
Las Vegas
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really great food and service. Quickly seated and served, wine pairings were excellent!
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OpenTable Diner
Baltimore
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 14 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
We were the last table of the night, and our waiter Eddy was our friend til the end. He properly managed big parties vs. small, and last moment food modifications after the kitchen closed. Very grateful for him and the staff. Restaurant week menu was superb and an OUTSTANDING value.
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Yvonne
San Francisco
26 reviews
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on 13 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We totally enjoyed the 2-course lunch offerings for restaurant week. The main course of Lasagna or Trout was very delicious. The portion was generous. Great value at $35./person. Best deal in town!!
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FAQs

Perbacco does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now and Uber Eats. Perbacco also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 955-0663.

Perbacco is rated 4.7 stars by 6993 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

4 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 86 times today

Order delivery or takeout

230 California St, San Francisco, CA 94111

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Cross Street
Battery St. & Front St.
Area
Financial District / Embarcadero
Hours of Operation
Lunch Wed–Fri 12:00–15:00 Bar Wed–Fri 14:00–17:30 Dinner Wed–Fri 15:00–21:00 Sat 17:30–21:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Valet parking offered at night only. Cars will be parked primarily in a secured lot. Nearby parking public parking structures also available at Front at Sacramento (Embarcadero), Battery at Pine and on Front between Pine and California
Public transit
Bart: Montgomery station. Muni: Market and 1st St. stops.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Staffan Terje
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.perbaccosf.com/
Phone number
(415) 955-0663
Catering
Limited to party size of 100 or fewer. We will customize the menu according to the event.
Private party facilities
Perbacco accommodates groups of all sizes. A 18 seat "wine and dine" room features a temperature controlled wine cellar and a private atmosphere, without being too secluded. A 40-seat private room is also available for meetings, birthdays, and other occasions.
Private party contact
Event Coordinator: (415) 955-0647

Featured in

100 San Francisco Bay Area Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Perbacco

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

100 San Francisco Bay Area Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

PAPPARDELLE

CRESTE DI GALLO

MARKET SALAD

Antipasti

FRITTO MISTOUS$17.00

PESCE CRUDOUS$23.00

VITELLO TONNATOUS$16.00

TERRINAUS$18.00

PIASTRA ROASTED OCTOPUSUS$18.00

LITTLE GEM SALADUS$17.00

BURRATA CHEESEUS$21.00

ROASTED BEET SALADUS$17.00

MARKET SALADUS$14.00

SOUPUS$13.00

Pasta

AGNOLOTTI DAL PLINUS$19.00

TORTELLI CON FEGATO D'ANATRAUS$22.00

STROZZAPRETI AL PESTOUS$19.00

CRESTE DI GALLOUS$21.00

RIGATONCINI NERIUS$21.00

PAPPARDELLEUS$20.00

TAJARINUS$20.00

RISOTTOUS$22.00

Secondi

SEARED NORTHERN HALIBUTUS$37.00

RED WINE BRAISED SHORT RIB OF BEEFUS$36.00

BROWN BUTTER ROASTED PORK LOINUS$32.00

LIBERTY FARM DUCK BREASTUS$38.00

Contorni

PAN ROASTED CAULIFLOWERUS$9.00

FRIED BRUSSELS SPROUTSUS$9.00

PAN ROASTED FINGERLING POTATOESUS$9.00

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