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Ideale, San Francisco, CA

Ideale

4.6
4.6
1558 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
*Just awarded the prestigious "Gambero Rosso" for being one of the best Italian restaurants in America*
"For an authentic Roman holiday without the airfare, this undiscovered North Beach gem is worth seeking out."
(Zagat) .
A bright, colorful Italian restaurant, Ideale is the modern version of a traditional Roman trattoria. It is "festive and boisterous...la vera cucina italiana." Ideale has been bringing Rome to North Beach for 30 yrs now with it's highly acclaimed chef, Maurizio Bruschi. Maurizio hails from 4 generations of Roman chefs, lovingly taught by his grandma, Serafina. The pastas & breads are all homemade & the ingredients are hand-picked daily. Zagat wrote, the "Italian fare is the real deal...one of the few no tourist eateries in North Beach.. excellent pasta & pizza..the service makes you feel like a friend..a delightful experience." Ideale has won numerous awards, including Zagat's "Best Italian Restaurants in America" & The Chronicle's "Best Pasta in North Beach."

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (415) 391-4129
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Maurizio Bruschi
  • Catering
    Please contact us for more information at shannabruschi@gmail.com
  • Private party facilities
    Ideale welcomes larger parties, opening for lunch or dinner. We are amenable to creating a menu that you are happy with, both in terms of budget & food selection. We take extra care with large parties to ensure that they are beautifully executed with an abundance of food, Italian-banquet style.
  • Private party contact
    Shanna Bruschi or Paolo Fraschetti: (415) 391-4129
  • Neighborhood
    North Beach
  • Cross street
    Vallejo
  • Parking details
    Vallejo Street Garage766 Vallejo St, San Francisco, CA 94133Phone: (415) 989-4490North Beach Garage735 Vallejo Street San Francisco, CA 94133415.399.9564https://www.sfmta.com/garages-lots/north-beach-garage
  • Public transit
    1. Columbus Ave & Green St - (0.09 miles )2. Broadway & Grant Ave - (0.09 miles ) — Muni3. Columbus Ave & Broadway - (0.09 miles ) — Muni
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,558 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ideale offers a true taste of Italy in the heart of North Beach, with "amazing homemade pasta," "authentic Italian ambiance," and "outstanding service." Regular patrons feel like family, praising its fresh ingredients and "delicious, authentic dishes." The inviting atmosphere and attentive staff make it a must-visit for Italian cuisine lovers.

1,558 Reviews
  1. Steve

    VIP

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    This is one of my favorite places, 20 years ago. It took forever to be served and for every course.  if a Restaurant has as you saying “where are they” often, it’s not an Ideale experience.

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  2. Gregg

    VIP

    San Francisco

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service…and great ambiance. Bonus is great neighborhood too.

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  3. sue

    VIP

    Sacramento

    51 reviews

    5.0

    51 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very enjoyable experience! Service was exceptional. We will be back!

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  4. Dena

    VIP

    San Francisco

    66 reviews

    5.0

    66 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I had been to this restaurant years ago and went back last night and I thought the food was great, very good value and service was very friendly,

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  5. Riley

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best gluten free pasta I’ve ever had!

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  6. Shannon

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best Italian food in SF. Been going there for years and the staff makes you feel as if you are home. From the moment you sit down to the time you leave, you are family. Pizza and pastas are amazing! Homemade everything and Maurizio purchase fresh produce daily to present a fabulous home cooked Roman Italian meal!

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  7. Ronald

    VIP

    San Francisco

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ideale keeps on being my goto restaurant in North Beach when I want real italian food .You just can't go wrong with them. And if you add great services and cute place, it is just perfect.

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  8. Wendy

    VIP

    San Francisco

    77 reviews

    5.0

    77 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    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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  9. Carol Solfanelli

    VIP

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a fantastic meal at Ideale! It was a special event because the owner was selling the business to two of the chefs so the great food will continue. My appetizer was buffalo mozzarella with tomatoes as a nice start. The pasta dish I had was spaghetti with oysters. It was one of the best spaghetti dishes I have ever had, and that is saying something, perfectly cooked al dente and nicely seasoned. I hope to see it on their menu again! Finally, I had the corvina sea bass with potatoes and a fresh vegetable medley all perfectly seasoned. The desert of small biscotti was a lovely finish. Did I mention the excellent wine pairings? We'll definitely be back!

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  10. Debbie

    Sacramento

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of our favorite restaurants. We have been going here for years.

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FAQs

Ideale does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Ideale also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 391-4129.

Ideale is rated 4.6 stars by 1558 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today

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Google Map for Ideale

1309 Grant Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94133

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Vallejo
  • Neighborhood
    North Beach
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Vallejo Street Garage766 Vallejo St, San Francisco, CA 94133Phone: (415) 989-4490North Beach Garage735 Vallejo Street San Francisco, CA 94133415.399.9564https://www.sfmta.com/garages-lots/north-beach-garage
  • Public transit
    1. Columbus Ave & Green St - (0.09 miles )2. Broadway & Grant Ave - (0.09 miles ) — Muni3. Columbus Ave & Broadway - (0.09 miles ) — Muni
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Maurizio Bruschi
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (415) 391-4129
  • Catering
    Please contact us for more information at shannabruschi@gmail.com
  • Private party facilities
    Ideale welcomes larger parties, opening for lunch or dinner. We are amenable to creating a menu that you are happy with, both in terms of budget & food selection. We take extra care with large parties to ensure that they are beautifully executed with an abundance of food, Italian-banquet style.
  • Private party contact
    Shanna Bruschi or Paolo Fraschetti: (415) 391-4129
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