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Caffe Macaroni
Diners’ top pick
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Price: Moderate
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Italian
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4.8
(714)
Chef & co-owner, Mario and his delightful wife, Stephanie, have a knack for making you feel as if they are cooking and serving just for you at this super-reasonable North Beach nook offering robust Southern Italian fare reminiscent of his native Naples; whether you’ve snagged an outdoor table or are in the small, casual interior, it delivers a pasta fix. The menu changes daily to ensure freshness.
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Original Joe's - San Francisco
Price: Moderate
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Italian
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4.7
(4,200)
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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Scoma's Fisherman's Wharf
Price: Expensive
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Seafood
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4.7
(5,698)
Founded in 1965, Scoma's Seafood Restaurant is located in the heart of San Francisco's Fisherman's Wharf. Family-owned for three generations, our iconic waterfront restaurant is famous for serving the freshest seafood from pier-to-plate. An award-winning bar program includes an extensive wine list, local microbrews, and expertly crafted cocktails. For nearly 60 years, locals, visitors, politicians, athletes, actors, signers, and heads of state have been frequenting Scoma's for its old-school hospitality, delicious seafood, spectacular views, and impeccable cocktails. Located on a working pier, Scoma's has its own fish receiving station, dealing directly with local fishers for 100% sustainable seafood.
***Scoma's gladly welcomes reservations, as well as walk-in guests on a first come first served basis. You can also call 415.771.4383 during our operation hours for assistance with reservations. *** WE OFFER COMPLIMENTORY PARKING***
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Luisa's Restaurant Wine bar since 1959
Top-rated food
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Price: Moderate
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Italian
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4.8
(273)
We are open to indoor & outdoor dining as well as delivery and takeout. Follow us:
www.luisasrestaurantwinebarsince1959.com
The 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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Ideale
Price: Expensive
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Italian
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4.7
(1,558)
*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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Abacá
Price: Expensive
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Filipino
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4.7
(88)
Abacá is an airy, atelier-style restaurant with a cool outdoor terrace, whipping up Filipino-Californian cuisine with flair in Fisherman's Wharf. It's the bricks-and-mortar spin off of chef Francis Ang's pop-up Pinoy Heritage. The lively menu is split up into barbecue sticks, noodles and rice, and small to big plates, but its far more nuanced than just that. Flavourful dishes pull from family recipes and are glazed with modern and heritage technique to result in a vibrancy that's hard to come by. It's grounded by local produce. Smoked Bay scallops lead in the seafood pancit, heirloom tomatoes top homemade tinapay bread, chicken skin is glazed in an adobe before hitting the grill and guinea fowl comes slathered with peanut sauce. A truncated list of creative Southeast Asian libations bring it full circle – if you're on the terrace, cool off with the Baguio breeze slushy – a dreamy mix of pandan-infused vodka, coconut and strawberry.
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Tosca Café
Top-rated hospitality
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Price: Expensive
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Italian
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4.6
(152)

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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The Red Window
Price: Moderate
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Modern European
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4.4
(66)
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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Cafe Zoetrope
Price: Moderate
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Italian
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4.6
(297)
Taking its name from the production company of legendary film creator Francis Ford Coppola, Café Zoetrope in San Francisco, CA is tucked into the landmark Sentinel Building. A European style café, it offers authentic Italian fare in an unforgettable setting. It also serves up wine from Coppola's vineyard to work perfectly with the dishes.
The menu at Café Zoetrope is perfect for a family or group of friends, including shareable starters like the picatta tray full of cheeses and meats. There are many large and amazingly fresh salads, panini sandwiches and impressive house specialties at Café Zoetrope. Plenty of pasta options along with pizza and calzones keep things casual, and there are many fun cocktails to savor if you prefer.
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Barbara Pinseria
Great vibe
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Price: Moderate
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Pizzeria
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4.5
(176)
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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Mona Lisa Mare e Monti
Price: Moderate
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Italian
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4.7
(153)
Mona Lisa Mare e Monti , in San Francisco, serves classic Italian dishes crafted with top-quality local and seasonal produce in its charming and welcoming eatery. Mare e Monti is located in the Heart of North Beach's Little Italy. Our Restaurant specializes in Authentic Italian Seafood and Steaks. We also offer a variety of different cuts of Pasta's, which are created in house everyday! We are best known for our Bistecca Fiorentina, which is a 24oz porterhouse steak. Our Seafood is brought to use daily by our local Fishermen. Some of our most popular seafood dishes are our Zuppa Di Pesce or our Whole Dungeness Crab plate. We Look forward to seeing you soon, Ciao!
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Bocconcino
Great budget-friendly spot
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Price: Moderate
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Italian
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4.8
(94)
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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Fior D'Italia
Price: Expensive
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Italian
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4.7
(1,677)
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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From verified diners like you
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  • BaileyVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •21 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    Great ambiance and decor and lighting - welcoming and cozy! Everyone was nice and service was always at the right time. The food was also delicious and the pear/gorgonzola salad, I would write home about. I look forward to coming back!
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    North Beach RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• North Beach
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    4.7
  • ShaunVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Born and raised in the Bay Area but have been living in SF proper for 14 years now. Kinda ashamed to say I finally checked out this SF institute today but better late than never as the food and service were absolutely incredible! I consider myself a cioppino connoisseur so had to try theirs and cross it off my list. I must say, the cioppino at Original Joe’s definitely did not disappoint and immediately shot to my top 5 list for sure. Throw in the impeccable service we received from our server David and his fellow team members and I can see why it’s become such a San Francisco landmark! Kudos to Original Joe’s in North Beach!
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    Original Joe's - San FranciscoPrice: Moderate• Italian• North Beach
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    4.7
  • HydeeVIP
    Las Vegas •18 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    What a gem! We chose this restaurant based on the reviews and it was absolutely perfect! The food is amazing, the authentic Italian charm and service were wonderful. We will definitely make this a frequent favorite!
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    BocconcinoPrice: Moderate• Italian• North Beach
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    4.8
  • Lenora
    San Francisco Bay Area •62 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 26, 2024
    Hate to reveal this BUT the pizza crust was unbelievably wonderful crisp and chewy ! All pastas (4 ordered ) cwere outstanding !
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    Barbara PinseriaPrice: Moderate• Pizzeria• North Beach
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    4.5
  • luann
    San Francisco Bay Area •24 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Oct 17, 2024
    Wow. We had a wonderful time at the Red Window. We had been anticipating going for a few months. We had booked a table to celebrate 2 belated birthdays in August for October. Little did we know that they changed their hours of opening for October. I called and reconfirmed the date and time with them and they said they would open for us as planned. We were treated like queens. We had a lovely server name Melanie. She served us our fantastic rojo sangria and let us know all the popular tapas and entrees as well as her favorites. One of the birthday girls is a food and wine blogger so she picked Melanie brain on the drinks and food being served. We ordered food we could all share. Caesar salad, Arugula Salad,Buffalo chicken wings,and Chili Braised Lamb pasta. Everything was delicious and very filling. They comp us 4 glasses of champagne to celebrate our 2 ladies birthday. What a memorable day. Melanie from Lucca made it so special for us too. The ambiance of the Red Window is colorful and festive and the lively music they played gave it a party atmosphere. We will all go back again. Thanks to the owner for honoring our reservations. You made us very happy!!
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    The Red WindowPrice: Moderate• Modern European• North Beach
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    4.4

Trending dishes in North Beach

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Grilled Octopus
Grilled Octopus
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4.4
Seafood Cioppino
Seafood Cioppino
Franciscan Crab Restaurant
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4.3
Steak Frites
Steak Frites
Le Central
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4.7
13 oz New York Strip Steak
13 oz New York Strip Steak
McCormick & Kuleto's Seafood Restaurant
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4.3
Margherita
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Luisa's Restaurant Wine bar since 1959
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4.8
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In San Francisco’s Little Italy, you can find just about any saucy dish you’re after. But on top of that, all things Italian—pasta, pizza, seafood, gelato shops, caffès and bakeries—line the streets. As the most neighborhoody neighborhood in San Francisco, it has some of the greatest character and personality around. Gastropubs, wine bars, and live music bars connect the restaurants and unique stores that fill its adorable little streets.

Frequently asked questions

Healthy restaurants located in North Beach include Scoma's Fisherman's Wharf, Cassava and Ideale

Restaurants with gluten-free options in North Beach are Scoma's Fisherman's Wharf, Cassava and Fior D'Italia

Bottomless brunch in North Beach is available at Scoma's Fisherman's Wharf, Original Joe's - San Francisco and Abacá

The most romantic restaurant in North Beach is Ideale

Restaurants in North Beach with a great view include Scoma's Fisherman's Wharf, Original Joe's - San Francisco and Cassava

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