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Ristorante Milano, San Francisco, CA

Ristorante Milano

4.9
4.9
2071 Reviews
$50 and over
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 25 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
The flavors of Milano's food and the rhythm of the dining room are reminiscent of trattorias in Italy's cities, according to Gourmet Magazine. It is a charming, intimate restaurant with an Italian staff, top quality ingredients, homemade pastas, exceptional veal, polenta, risotto, and fresh seafood delivered daily, served in warm surroundings. Known as the "hidden jewel of Russian Hill" The San Francisco Chronicle calls Milano "one of the most consistent restaurants in the city".

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 17:30–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:30–22:30 Sun 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (415) 673-2961
  • Website
    http://www.milanosf.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Aldo Blasi
  • Catering
    The full menu is available, in addition to custom orders.
  • Private party facilities
    We can accommodate private lunch functions, and semiprivate parties for dinner. Also, the entire restaurant is available for buy-outs.
  • Location
    1448 Pacific, San Francisco, CA 94109
  • Area
    Russian Hill
  • Cross Street
    Between Hyde and Larkin
  • Parking details
    The lot is located at the corner of Pacific and Polk.
  • Public transit
    SF Muni Line 12, 49 (on Van Ness Avenue); Cable Car
  • Additional
    Beer, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Wine

Menu

Antipasti

  • Burrata, Arugula, FinocchioUS$17.00

    local burrata, wild arugula, shaved fennel

    • Bresaola della ValtellinaUS$18.00

      air dried beef, grana Padana, arugula, evoo

      • Sgombro GratinateUS$18.00

        local saba mackerel breaded and grilled, fennel, onion and arugula

        • Seasonal SaladUS$17.00

          A.Q

          • Insalata RomanaUS$16.00

            hearts of romaine, fennel, radishes, cucumbers, white wine vinaigrette

            • Soup of the DayUS$17.00

              A.Q

              • Fegatini alla GrigliaUS$18.00

                skewer of grilled chicken livers wrapped in bacon, balsamic reduction, arugula

                • Calamari alla GrigliaUS$18.00

                  grilled Monterey Bay squid, cannellini bean salad

                  • Seasonal Bruschetta

                    • A.QUS$17.00

                  Pasta

                  • Housemade Ravioli of the DayUS$27.00

                    A.Q

                    • Lasagna al RaguUS$27.00

                      homemade egg noodles, meat sauce, béchamel, parmesan cheese

                      • Spaghetti con Polpette d'AgnelloUS$28.00

                        spaghetti with lamb meatballs, tomato sauce

                        • Rigatoni all'AmatricianaUS$27.00

                          rigatoni, tomato sauce, cured pork cheeks, pecorino cheese

                          • Tonnarelli alla CapricciosaUS$28.00

                            house made pasta, porcini mushrooms, Italian sausage, cream

                            • Fettuccine PuttanescaUS$23.00

                              housemade fettuccine, tomatoes, capers, olive oil

                              • Taglierini, Aglio, Olio e PomodoroUS$19.00

                                housemade thin noodles, tomato, garlic and olive oil sauce

                                • Gnocchi AuroraUS$23.00

                                  hand rolled gnocchi in a tomato, gorgonzola and basil sauce

                                  • Fettuccine al SugoUS$27.00

                                    housemade egg noodles with meat sauce

                                    • Spaghetti Vongole e BottargaUS$29.00

                                      manilla clams, mullet roe, garlic, olive oil, white wine

                                      Main Course

                                      • Pesce del GiornoUS$34.00

                                        A.Q Items and prices subject to change according to market availability and seasonal changes. Served with roasted potatoes and vegetables

                                        • Pollo al MarsalaUS$29.00

                                          chicken breast, marsala sautée, prosciutto, smoked mozarella cheese, sage. Served with vegetables and potatoes

                                          • Scaloppine of the DayUS$36.00

                                            A.Q served with roasted potatoes and vegetables

                                            • Spezzatino di Vitello alla RomanaUS$29.00

                                              milk fed veal loin pieces, braised in white wine, veal stock, carrots, potatoes, English peas

                                              • Costoletta di VitelloUS$39.00

                                                milk fed veal 10 oz rib chop grilled, sage, served with roasted potatoes and vegetables

                                                • Stinco d'AgnelloUS$32.00

                                                  lamb shank, braised with tomatoes, white wine, carrots, celery, garlic

                                                  Dessert

                                                  • TiramisuUS$11.00

                                                    ladyfingers dipped in rum and espresso layered with mascarpone and cocoa

                                                    • Torta CapreseUS$11.00

                                                      warm dark Belgian chocolate almond cake, shaved almonds, whipped cream, mint

                                                      • Crostata di RicottaUS$11.00

                                                        ricotta tart with lemon zest, amaretto crust, berries compote

                                                        • Pera Cotta al MarsalaUS$11.00

                                                          poached pear, Marsala wine reduction sauce, vanilla gelato

                                                          • Granite di CaffèUS$11.00

                                                            shaved espresso ice with house whipped cream

                                                            • GelatoUS$11.00

                                                              choice of assorted flavors

                                                              Sides

                                                              • Side of Bread and EVOUS$7.00

                                                                • Side of VegetablesUS$9.00

                                                                  Last updated: 21 March 2023

                                                                  What 2,071 people are saying

                                                                  Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                  4.9
                                                                  4.9 based on recent ratings
                                                                  • 4.8Food
                                                                  • 4.9Service
                                                                  • 4.7Ambience
                                                                  • 4.7Value

                                                                  Noise • Moderate

                                                                  Loved For

                                                                  • San Francisco

                                                                    Best Value

                                                                  • San Francisco

                                                                    Italian

                                                                  Review summary

                                                                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                  Ristorante Milano is a beloved neighborhood gem offering "authentic, delicious Italian food" in a cozy atmosphere. Guests rave about its "superb service" and exceptional dishes like veal picatta and homemade pasta. The menu features a mix of Italian classics and unique Milanese fare, all complemented by a "carefully curated wine list." With a friendly staff and a welcoming owner, this restaurant ensures a delightful dining experience every time.

                                                                  2,071 Reviews

                                                                  1. Jessica

                                                                    San Francisco

                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                    Dined 1 day ago

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    Incredible food, cozy atmosphere, amazing service - so attentive & kind. Perfect date night experience. Couldn’t have asked for better. For specifics, we shared a lot of food & drink: - Sangiovese & Ruby port were delicious - Burratta starter was our favorite, my partner also liked the chicken livers in bacon but I don’t eat much liver so I’m not a good judge - it seemed amazing if that’s your thing :) Also had bread & EVO - Gnocchi & tomatillo - both incredible; tonarelli was very rich & decadent, gnocchi was lighter but still full of flavor - shared the lamb main, it was fall of the bone perfect - shared the chocolate dessert, was similar to a lava cake - very rich & delicious Everything was really divine. You will enjoy this experience so much!

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                                                                  2. Carole

                                                                    San Francisco

                                                                    14 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    14 reviews

                                                                    Dined 1 day ago

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    Our family had the best time at Ristorante Milano. Everything was amazing. The service, the food and cozy ambiance. We ordered so many dishes and they were all delicious. The lasagne, ravioli, seafood pasta, and many more! It was all incredible. We are definitely coming back.

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                                                                  3. Erica

                                                                    VIP

                                                                    San Francisco

                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                    Dined 1 day ago

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    Attentive service and food with alot of care, we will be back

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                                                                  4. joel

                                                                    VIP

                                                                    San Francisco

                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                    Dined 5 days ago

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    My favorite Italian restaurant in SF. My wife just got back from Italy and said that this place is as good as any place she went to over there. And the owner and staff are very nice people.

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                                                                  5. Timothy

                                                                    VIP

                                                                    San Francisco

                                                                    37 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    37 reviews

                                                                    Dined 5 days ago

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    Absolutely love this gem of a restaurant. Old school service, timeless delicious Italian food. Great wines and desserts. Amatriciana, Lasagna and Tonnarelli are our faves. For starters love the calamari or braesola.

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                                                                  6. Andrew

                                                                    VIP

                                                                    Mexico City

                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                    Dined 6 days ago

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    Exceptional food, wines, service and ambience. It’s like being in Italy, but better.

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                                                                  7. Nancy

                                                                    VIP

                                                                    San Francisco

                                                                    183 reviews

                                                                    4.0

                                                                    183 reviews

                                                                    Dined 7 days ago

                                                                    1. Overall 4
                                                                    2. Food 4
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                                    we love this restaurant. feels just like we are back in Italy at a local trattoria. tiramisu is excellent- so nice seeing a big family with about 8 very well behaved children having a sunday dinner together - all dressed up.

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                                                                  8. OpenTable Diner

                                                                    VIP

                                                                    San Francisco

                                                                    1 review

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    1 review

                                                                    Dined on 22 December 2024

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    One of my favorite restaurants. I love the guys who run it. It’s the best pasta, better than anywhere I’ve had in North Beach!

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                                                                  9. Andrew

                                                                    VIP

                                                                    Hawaii

                                                                    53 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    53 reviews

                                                                    Dined on 18 December 2024

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    Our favorite Italian restaurant in San Francisco. Always homemade and fresh. Love Aldo the owner!

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                                                                  10. Ed

                                                                    San Francisco

                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                    Dined on 17 December 2024

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    Always a pleasure, we drive 90 minutes and we’d probably drive 2 hours !

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                                                                  FAQs

                                                                  Ristorante Milano offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 673-2961.

                                                                  Ristorante Milano is rated 4.9 stars by 2071 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                                  Make a booking

                                                                  2 people
                                                                  19:00
                                                                  Booked 25 times today

                                                                  Order delivery or takeout

                                                                  Google Map for Ristorante Milano

                                                                  1448 Pacific, San Francisco, CA 94109

                                                                  Additional information

                                                                  • Cross Street
                                                                    Between Hyde and Larkin
                                                                  • Area
                                                                    Russian Hill
                                                                  • Hours of Operation
                                                                    Dinner Mon–Thu 17:30–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:30–22:30 Sun 17:00–22:00
                                                                  • Price
                                                                    $50 and over
                                                                  • Cuisines
                                                                    Italian, Seafood
                                                                  • Dining style
                                                                    Casual Elegant
                                                                  • Dress code
                                                                    Business Casual
                                                                  • Parking details
                                                                    The lot is located at the corner of Pacific and Polk.
                                                                  • Public transit
                                                                    SF Muni Line 12, 49 (on Van Ness Avenue); Cable Car
                                                                  • Payment Options
                                                                    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                  • Executive Chef
                                                                    Aldo Blasi
                                                                  • Additional
                                                                    Beer, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Wine
                                                                  • Website
                                                                    http://www.milanosf.com/
                                                                  • Phone number
                                                                    (415) 673-2961
                                                                  • Catering
                                                                    The full menu is available, in addition to custom orders.
                                                                  • Private party facilities
                                                                    We can accommodate private lunch functions, and semiprivate parties for dinner. Also, the entire restaurant is available for buy-outs.
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