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Zingari Ristorante + Jazz Bar, San Francisco, CA

Zingari Ristorante + Jazz Bar

4.2
4.2
2672 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for live music
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Since 1995, Zingari has been recognized as the exquisite hidden gem in San Francisco Union Square. Zingari is the perfect place for you to restore and feel at home with your guests. Sip your Spritz or Negroni while you dine on Pappardelle and Ossobuco. Indulge in proper cicchetti or Italian tapas, fresh house-made pastas, and an interesting selection of raw, roasted or grilled meats and fish. The aperitivo bar and wine shop fun Italian classic cocktails and fantastic Italian wines. Private dining is an adventure and available in all of our elegant and modern dining rooms. Dining with live music is an experience available exclusively in the Artist Room. Gluten free, vegetarian, and vegan selections are available. Zingari has been recognized as one of the best restaurants for private dining in San Francisco, best restaurants with vegetarian selection in San Francisco, and best coffee wine lounges in San Francisco. From Italy with love. All welcome.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (415) 885-8850
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Victor Cedillo
  • Catering
    We have had the privilege of being the venue of choice for many memorable meetings and celebrations— breakfast meetings, celebration brunch parties, wedding events, team dinners, business luncheons, birthday parties, cocktail receptions, holiday parties, graduations, and more.
  • Private party facilities
    We have had the privilege of being the venue of choice for many memorable meetings and celebrations— breakfast meetings, celebration brunch parties, wedding events, team dinners, business luncheons, birthday parties, cocktail receptions, holiday parties, graduations, and more.
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / Union Square
  • Cross street
    Mason Street
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is based on availability in the Hotel Donatello garage; validated parking for first two hours. Various parking garages within one block.
  • Public transit
    Powell Street Bart or Bus 45.
  • Entertainment
    There’s nothing quite like an evening filled with live jazz and well-balanced cocktails to evoke citified vibes. Zingari Ristorante + Jazz Bar is a San Francisco jazz-happy staple. Here you you can listen to the sound of saxophones as you sip your martini and dine on pappardelle and ossobuco. Live jazz plays nightly starting at 8 pm at this Lower Nob Hill Italian white tableclothed restaurant with a view onto Post Street. We invite you to enjoy the sound and swagger of our jazz lounge. Dining with music is first come, first served. Cin Cin! ​
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cigar Room, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dancing, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Kosher, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Dinner + Jazz: Daniel Magay

    $19.55 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Dan Magay is a fresh voice in saxophones, flute, and clarinet. Magay is steeped in modern and traditional jazz, classical music, indian ragas, brazilian bossa nova and choro, rock, funk, african, experimental and various fusions. In order to dine in with live music, a non-refundable ticket per person will apply for Strengthening the Arts. This fee is not a deposit; this fee guarantee's seating space. In case of cancellation or no-show, the fee will not be refunded. Walk-ins are welcome any time but will be based on availability. Our goal is an accurate depiction of our availability to allow our staff to better accommodate you.
    Dinner + Jazz: Daniel Magay Photo
  • Dinner + Jazz: Jerome Clay

    $19.55 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Pianist extraordinaire Jerome Clay is a truly gifted pianist. After completing his training and receiving a BA degree from the New England Conservatory of Music in Boston, Jerome returned to San Francisco to pursue his career as a professional pianist. Currently he performs every first Wednesday of the month at Madrone Art Bar in San Francisco and for specials occasions. Jerome is a dynamic and exciting performer bringing charm, elegance, and sophistication to every performance. In order to dine in with live music, a non-refundable ticket per person will apply for Strengthening the Arts. In case of cancellation or no-show, the fee will not be refunded. Walk-ins are welcome any time but will be based on availability.
    Dinner + Jazz: Jerome Clay Photo
  • Christmas Eve Feast ($110++)

    $1.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Dine on pappardelle or ossobuco as you sip on your martini with your family and friends on Christmas Eve and Day. Our Ristorante is offering a four-course menu $110(++) and $50(++) children menu, with choices in each course and gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan selections. This is the only menu available. Option to enjoy live music with dinner ($25++), featuring Jazz with Gaea Schell (Dec 24) and Skyler Leftridge (Dec 25). After dinner, join the Negroni Afterparty in the Aperitivo Bar. Cancellation policy will also apply to cancellations due to COVID 19 and all health or travel related circumstances. Our goal is an accurate depiction of our availability to allow our staff to better accommodate you. Cheers to Love and Friendship!
    Christmas Eve Feast ($110++) Photo

Offers

  • Happy Hour (20% off entire check)

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Sat - 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    Happy Hour is daily from 3 to 5 PM with 20% off entire check for dining or bar with a la carte menu.

    Happy Hour (20% off entire check) Photo

What 2,672 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 3.7Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Zingari Ristorante + Jazz Bar in Union Square offers a "fantastic restaurant" experience with live jazz, delicious food, and exceptional service. Guests rave about the attentive staff, particularly servers like Clay and Ates. Despite some minor hiccups, the "wonderful food" and cozy atmosphere make it a "true gem" in San Francisco.

2,672 Reviews
  1. Rebecca

    VIP

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 29, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great time! It’s an elegant place. There were some mixups with the food but it was thanksgiving and they may have been short staffed

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  2. Sarah

    San Francisco

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very close to the Curran Theater. Staff was friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. The menu has great variety and the food was delicious. They offer a 10% discount for theater goers. 

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  3. Barbara

    VIP

    San Francisco

    44 reviews

    5.0

    44 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food, staff very friendly - could have been a little more attentive but overall wonderful evening. Will return!

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  4. Colette

    Pittsburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    highly recommend! Delicious food, outstanding service and live music that sets the atmosphere for a nice enjoyable evening. We will definitely be staying on-site for convenience next time!

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  5. Andrea

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thoroughly enjoyed the lamb chops while listing to the piano. Wonderful attentive service. I visit each time I’m in San Francisco.

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  6. Nancy

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good food, good service, nice background music coming from the jazz bar

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  7. merrie

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter was absolutely wonderful. We had the best time.

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  8. Nancy

    San Francisco

    181 reviews

    4.0

    181 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    once again a lovely evening. this time tried the salmon - i enjoyed it but it is the bread pudding that i'm still dreaming about the addition of almond flavor to it made it perfect-and of course Tyler at the bar is a major enhanhancement. look forward to returning

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  9. Mike

    San Francisco

    37 reviews

    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food and service are excellent! Great location for pre theater dinner, especially if you are going to San Francisco Playhouse!

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  10. Robert

    VIP

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was very good. Service was great. When we asked for a quiet space we were taken to a nice back room.

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FAQs

Zingari Ristorante + Jazz Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 885-8850.

Zingari Ristorante + Jazz Bar is rated 4.2 stars by 2672 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
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Zingari Ristorante + Jazz Bar

501 Post St., San Francisco, CA 94102

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Mason Street
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / Union Square
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is based on availability in the Hotel Donatello garage; validated parking for first two hours. Various parking garages within one block.
  • Public transit
    Powell Street Bart or Bus 45.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Victor Cedillo
  • Entertainment
    There’s nothing quite like an evening filled with live jazz and well-balanced cocktails to evoke citified vibes. Zingari Ristorante + Jazz Bar is a San Francisco jazz-happy staple. Here you you can listen to the sound of saxophones as you sip your martini and dine on pappardelle and ossobuco. Live jazz plays nightly starting at 8 pm at this Lower Nob Hill Italian white tableclothed restaurant with a view onto Post Street. We invite you to enjoy the sound and swagger of our jazz lounge. Dining with music is first come, first served. Cin Cin! ​
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cigar Room, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dancing, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Kosher, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (415) 885-8850
  • Catering
    We have had the privilege of being the venue of choice for many memorable meetings and celebrations— breakfast meetings, celebration brunch parties, wedding events, team dinners, business luncheons, birthday parties, cocktail receptions, holiday parties, graduations, and more.
  • Private party facilities
    We have had the privilege of being the venue of choice for many memorable meetings and celebrations— breakfast meetings, celebration brunch parties, wedding events, team dinners, business luncheons, birthday parties, cocktail receptions, holiday parties, graduations, and more.
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