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1. Bocconcino
4.7
Exceptional(88)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • North Beach
Booked 15 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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2. Tosca Café
4.6
Exceptional(148)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • North Beach
Booked 22 times today
A legendary hangout in North Beach since it opened in 1919, and even more so from the 1980's onward when Jeanette Etheredge took over Tosca. Locals including Willie Brown, Lars Ulrich and Francis Ford Coppola were regular fixtures, Hunter S Thompson wrote his column for the SF Examiner in the corner booth, Bono, Lauren Hutton, and Mikhail Baryshnikov played pool in the back room, singing Opera and drinking Tosca House Cappuccinos. When Restaurateur Anna Weinberg and Interior Designer Ken Fulk heard Tosca Cafe was closing they joined forces to save it. As the new owners and passionate fans of the original establishment their goal was to return Tosca to its rightful place as a San Francisco institution. As Mikey Rapin wrote in Bon Appétit magazine: “It’s the kind of joint Beats got bounced, Bono belted opera, and a bullet hole memoralizes the night an A-LIST actor disagreed with a rockstar's choice of music"
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3. Cold Drinks Bar
4.4
Awesome(54)
Price: Expensive
• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Chinatown
Booked 7 times today
Serving Scotch-centric Cold Drinks, and featuring food from the Eight Tables by George Chen kitchen.*"The Six Best Cocktail Bars in San Francisco" – NEWSWEEK"25 Top-Shelf Cocktail Bars in San Francisco" – EaterSF"The best bars in San Francisco right now" – TimeOut San Francisco"The Bar Greatest Hits List" – The Infatuation*“It’s a pseudo-secret, just above the bustling scene at China Live, accessible via stairwell; black bats painted on the walls lead the way to the door. Inside is a swanky, Scotch-filled bar where the bartenders wear tuxedos, and the vibe is modern Shanghai with a dash of old school San Francisco. Drinks are heavy on the Scotch, and there are many to choose from, so don’t be shy.” – High-End Scotch Concoctions Headline the New Menu at Chinatown’s Cold Drinks Bar – EaterSF
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4. Ideale
4.7
Exceptional(1550)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • North Beach
Booked 11 times today
Ideale is a cozy Italian restaurant with a warm and welcoming atmosphere, reminiscent of a traditional Roman trattoria. The food is made from scratch, with hand-picked ingredients daily, and the service is friendly and attentive. The ambience is described as 'authentic', 'festive' and 'la vera cucina italiana' by reviewers. With an array of house-made desserts and a well-curated wine selection, this spot is a hit among locals and visitors alike.
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5. Luisa's Restaurant Wine bar since 1959
4.6
Exceptional(269)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • North Beach
Booked 3 times today
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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6. Fusion Dumpling
4.7
Exceptional(23)
Price: Moderate
• Asian • Chinatown
Booked 2 times today
A NEW TAKE ON TRADITIONAL DUMPLINGSNestled in the heart of Chinatown in San Francisco, Fusion Dumpling is a Shanghai Dumpling House with a menu fusing Szechuan, Shanghai, and Northern delicacies.Our take on a traditional dumpling combines Chongqing-Szechuan Bun style Xiao Long Bao, Shanghai soup dumpling pan-fried buns, and Northern-style dumplings to create a “Flavored in one” dumpling unlike any other. Chef Du and his team, known best for savory soup dumplings, presents a menu for both the adventure seeker and traditional Chinese food lover alike. From mini hot pots, noodles and rice, and private home cuisines, to classic dishes and of course dumplings – the new menu is exploding with flavor.Each dish is made to order. Seating is limited. Peak times can lead to wait times. Reservations are recommended.
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7. House of Prime Rib
4.8
Exceptional(15754)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steak • Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness
Booked 210 times today
62 years of loyal customers can't be wrong. We are grateful to all of our customers, employees, and critics (...though we may not always agree!). The only way to find out the truth is with a visit. Oft imitated, never duplicated. Thank you in advance.
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8. Four Kings
4.6
Exceptional(116)
Price: Expensive
• Cantonese • Chinatown
Booked 40 times today
"The food at Four Kings reads like a metaphor for growing up Chinese in America: you're never Chinese enough for people from China & Hong Kong, and you're not white enough to be American." -- from a recent diner.
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9. Kokkari Estiatorio
4.9
Exceptional(9088)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Financial District / Embarcadero
Booked 136 times today
Kokkari (pronounced “Ko-Kar-ee”) is a small fishing village located on the islands of Samos in the Aegean Sea, whose name is derived from the small onions that were once produced in the nearby fields. Its fertile soil and Mediterranean climate translated into an abundance of fresh produce as well as treasured seafood and game. Legend tells that Kokkari is the site where Orion, a mighty hunter and a young man of gigantic stature and great beauty, fell in love with the daughter of the king of Chios. For the love of her, Orion forged the island for wild game and seafood to prepare elaborate banquets in celebration of their love. Today, we hope you will enjoy your own celebration as you dine at Kokkari Estiatorio on food “fit for the Gods” prepared with an Aegean palate and the style of innovative California fare.
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10. Collina
4.8
Exceptional(172)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Russian Hill
Booked 1 time today
GO TO RESY FOR MORE RESERVATION TIMES!We are a quintessential neighborhood restaurant located on Hyde and Pacific in Nob Hill. On the iconic cable car line. We serve Italian food in a charming and cozy space. Menu by Chef Anthony Florian, executed by Chef Dennis Diaz. Consisting of handmade pastas using the freshest local ingredients available. You can expect classic dishes with some contemporary ones. Please don't drive if thats an option as parking is very difficult. We have the most romantic and inviting dining room in SF.If you can't find the time you're looking for please give us a call 1.415.775.1542. Call us for parties larger than 4.Collina is Seven Hills little sister Restaurant.

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  • Wendyvip
    San Francisco Bay Area •77 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    The homemade pasta was perfect texture and the sauces flavorful. Even the beet/arugula salad was perfectly adorned and dressed. Plates of pasta were generous in size. Super Tuscan wine paired perfectly with the red sauce. Enjoyed our romantic evening looking out onto my favorite stretch of Grant St.
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    IdealePrice: Expensive• Italian• North Beach
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    4.7
  • jenvip
    Detroit / Eastern Michigan •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 15, 2024
    It was amazing. Service, food, everything. Super authentic.
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    Luisa's Restaurant Wine bar since 1959Price: Moderate• Italian• North Beach
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    4.6
  • Sandy
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 14, 2024
    I visited this restaurant with my girlfriends, and we ate so much that I had to order an entire meal for two to take home for tomorrow night. The food was delicious, and I loved the atmosphere. It was casual, relaxed, and unpretentious. The young woman who served us tonight knew her food and her drinks so well, and the server guy was very attentive. Every dish was carefully designed and cooked with a lot of joy and attention to details. All the desserts were made in house and to their perfection. What a great modern Italian restaurant that we discovered tonight!
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    BocconcinoPrice: Moderate• Italian• North Beach
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    4.7
  • melanie
    San Francisco Bay Area •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 13, 2024
    my girlfriend is here for work for one week and she was craving pasta. while getting ready i opened up the open table app and did a search for “italian restaurants” - tosca cafe was the first option so i chose a 7:15pm reservation. i jumped in my car and drove over to the city from oakland and picked my friend up in union square. we quickly found parking nearby and rocked up to tosca. not quite sure what to expect, we found this cozy dining room with candles on each table and an inviting service team. our waitress was sylvia and she was THE BEST! we started with calamari and caviar pillows. sylvia recommended the parpadelle bolognese and the bucatini and they were both a hit! the atmosphere is very cozy and old world. there was also live music playing. my friend and i thoroughly enjoyed our time at tosca cafe. thank you to the gentleman at the front desk for the nice table we really appreciated it.
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    Tosca CaféPrice: Expensive• Italian• North Beach
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    4.6
  • OpenTable Diner
    Houston •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Aug 17, 2024
    Great service and delicious drinks! Staff was friendly and very knowledgeable!
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    Cold Drinks BarPrice: Expensive• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• Chinatown
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    4.4

Discover best cozy restaurants in North Beach

Discover the charm of cozy dining in the vibrant North Beach neighborhood of San Francisco Bay Area. Renowned for its rich cultural history and bustling dining scene, North Beach offers a unique collection of restaurants that embody warmth and intimacy, perfect for those seeking a cozy atmosphere. Each restaurant in this area excites with its distinct blend of friendly service, inviting ambiance, and delectable cuisine, reflecting the neighborhood's eclectic and welcoming spirit. Patrons can expect to find establishments that pride themselves on creating a homely feel, whether through rustic decor, candlelit tables, or the comforting aroma of home-cooked meals. These restaurants not only cater to culinary tastes but also to creating memorable experiences, where every meal feels like a special occasion. Ideal for both locals and tourists, the cozy restaurants of North Beach promise an enchanting dining experience that combines the authenticity of San Francisco's culinary delights with the comfort of traditional hospitality. Whether you're looking for a place to celebrate a special event or just a quiet spot for a relaxing meal, North Beach's cozy dining spots are sure to exceed your expectations.

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