North Beach Restaurant

So glad to see this establishment open again! We grabbed a seat at the bar and had appetizers. The Monterey squid was super flavorful. Wines by the glass are great. We’re coming back for a full dinner session next week!

My daughter had her wedding reception here last Saturday evening. The restaurant opened up an hour early, so we could host a cocktail hour upstairs. The reception was in a stately yet beautiful room downstairs. We had 52 guests and the food was flawless! The service was beyond superb with Jim leading the wait staff and catering to our every unplanned need on the spot! Shane did an outstanding job as the Event Coordinator and was very easy to work with. This has always been my daughter’s favorite restaurant in SF and it will forever be in our hearts as one of the most important pieces of our family’s big day!

Wow.... this place is unmatched!!! We tried a combination of items and drinks!! The service we got from Maria was amazing!!! Visit this place the next time your in town looking for authentic Italian food

I had an amazing Italian cuisine from here. The food was perfect, the price was a little pricey but it's worth it to pay. The server was very professional and nice. Had great meal from here

I have been coming here for many years. I learned that that the restaurant had gone through ownership changes. I have lived in Italy and relished the fact that the original owners had many employees who worked there and came from Italy. My recent impression was that it was not the same restaurant I had known to love. Unfortunately, the restaurant has become a Denny's of Italian cuisine at the price of a 4 star restaurant. This is not a reflection of the people who work there but of the management and owners. I am sure you can find Italian cusine at a more affordable price in San Fransico. My perception of North Beach Italian food is an Italian chain restaurant like

Four of us had dinner at the newly opened North Beach restaurant, and it was an outstanding experience. The food and service were exceptional. Our waitress, Maria, provided excellent service, and Marcello was a gracious host—warm and welcoming throughout the evening. We began with some sparkling wine and a few expertly crafted cocktails. For appetizers, we had crispy fried calamari and split two fantastic Caesar salads. For our entrées, we enjoyed veal piccata with spinach and roasted potatoes, two perfectly cooked Branzino dishes in a delicious tomato-based sauce, as well as a side of broccolini and carrots—both excellent. We also indulged in a rich and flavorful pasta dish with veal, mushrooms, and more. To finish, we had an incredible selection of desserts: tiramisu, pistachio cannoli, and zabaglione—a treat I hadn’t had in years. Simply amazing. I can't say enough great things about this restaurant—an absolute must-try!

I heard a lot of good things about this restaurant, so I planned a nice date night here. Unfortunately, I was very disappointed. I had a 7:15 reservation, and I arrived 10 minutes early. The host said they were running a few minutes behind. No big deal, so we had a seat at the bar. We weren't seated until 7:45. A waiter bumped into me and spilled my drink. They didn't offer another one. Once we were seated, we continued to wait for a long time. We ended up spending over 3 hours total at this restaurant (we didn't even order dessert). Even at 10:30pm when we just wanted to leave, it took ages for someone to take the check. These things can be forgiven, but worst of all was that we ordered wine but it they never brought it. How does an Italian restaurant forget the wine? I didn't realize it was missing until I started eating. I could have tried to flag someone down, but I lost all confidence in the service at that point. The food however was outstanding. It was the only redeeming quality of the evening. Next time I plan a dinner date, I'll go to Spruce or SPQR...

Francesco, Mallory and Nino made Dads 100th birthday party so special. We been going to NBR for 40 years. The remodel looks fantastic. The food excellent and the service as amazing, better than ever. Thank you for making our night special. We will be back soon. 5 stars!

We chose to sit in the working wine cellar which had a sense of quiet shadowy intimacy compared to the warm and inviting upstairs halfmoon booths. Our waiter was attentive and entertaining and quick to refill our drinks. Veal meatballs were perfectly poppable, classic ceasar served with anchovies for garnish, fantastic 4 cheese gnocchi, no hockey pucks, all tender with a light broil on top to melt the cheese. Leviathan wine is always delicious. My guest was not a huge fan of the chicken parm, but my bite was delicious and her drink made up for it. Their cocktail menu was fun. Would recommend. Was not with my husband so it was a rare chance to not think about whether the menu was gluten-friendly. Apologies to my celiac followers.

First of all, I believe the negative reviews come from people who may not be familiar with authentic Italian cuisine or from competing restaurant owners trying to boost their own business. Four of us had dinner at the newly opened North Beach restaurant, and it was an outstanding experience. The food and service were exceptional. Our waitress, Maria, provided excellent service, and Marcello was a gracious host--warm and welcoming throughout the evening. We began with some sparkling wine and a few expertly crafted cocktails. For appetizers, we had crispy fried calamari and split two fantastic Caesar salads. For our entrées, we enjoyed veal piccata with spinach and roasted potatoes, two perfectly cooked Branzino dishes in a delicious tomato-based sauce, as well as a side of broccolini and carrots--both excellent. We also indulged in a rich and flavorful pasta dish with veal, mushrooms, and more. To finish, we had an incredible selection of desserts: tiramisu, pistachio cannoli, and zabaglione--a treat I hadn't had in years. Simply amazing. I can't say enough great things about this restaurant--an absolute must-try!

What happened? I just read Emily M's review from 8 days ago and she nailed it. The beloved Lorenzo Petroni was a good friend of my now also deceased father in law. I can see them both looking down - Lorenzo in tears seeing what his believed restaurant has become and my father in law shaking his head with jaw agape in utter disbelief for the same reason. Our whole extended family of 10 all loved N Beach restaurant and would eagerly anticipate coming for lunch or dinner. Five of us went for dinner tonight. We were sat downstairs. It took a decent while before the waiter finally came to explain the specials and then abruptly left without taking any drink orders. He eventually returned to accomplish this. A server brought drinks for the other four in our party, our waiter came by to ask me if I was ready to order something to drink; I reminded him I had already ordered a drink which he apparently forgot. My Fusilli Pesto as an appetizer came; it was rather salty with an unwelcome fishy taste to it. One of the two Caesar salads we ordered came with a hair in it, they took it back but then never bothered to replace it after saying they would immediately do so. It was an unimpressive, limp salad with a bland dressing anyway. My Osso Buco was succulent and flavorful on a bed of creamy polenta with very good red sauce. The other four parts dishes - Tagliatelle Bolognese, Linguine Vongole and Ravioli were good, but nothing special. The menu has been drastically reduced from the glory days. I suspect it's because they are incapable of handling anything beyond the currently rather limited fare. The service is very sparse, our waiter would pop in briefly and then disappear somewhere for long periods of time. An attentive server was the only reason the tip wasn't minimal. The Cannoli dessert was very good. When the bill came the hairy salad was still on it. I pointed this out to the waiter, he wasn't even aware of what had happened and it took a while for the corrected version to come back. I know these are new owners and the entire staff is new. There are a lot of bugs to work out. But I seriously doubt N Beach Restaurant will ever become a place we will want to return to.

So I first ate at Northbeach Restarant back in 1983. It has since changed hands twice. For those that had been prior to the original owners selling a few years back please save your money and time. The service and food are nothing like the quality and attention to detail as offered on a daily basis by Angelo and his familly. I also had a chance to eat at Northbeach after Covid ended and the family had sold to new ownership. In this case the food was great as was the service, the menu was slightly paired down but all in all still the great food you would expect. Because Northbeach was open so long it was in my humble opinion, a institution of sorts. So anyone opening with the name and in the same location would have to know this? The menu is now completely different. We ordered Cesar salad which had way to much garlic, baratta came with some greens and no seasoning (totally bland) and two small pieces of bread, the raviolis were way under cooked and the tomatoe sauce was marginal. Our server was not the most welcoming and when asked about different dishes she really came off like she didn't care much for any questions. For those who may think I am being harsh, let me say this, I eat out a lot and never leave reviews. However, in this case I felt obligated because Angelo and his sons were wonderful pervayors of fine Itialian food and treated everyone like familly. Something very much missing today at the current version of Northbeach Restaurant. My suggestion to the new owners is seriously up your game or change the name of the restaurant.

I popped in here one night for drinks and appetizers and had an awesome time sitting at the bar. The espresso martinis are made from scratch which I appreciate and are probably the best I've had in the city. Now I stop by here probably every other weekend for either drinks or dinner and drinks (always at the bar). The bar tender is our favorite - he makes awesome drinks and is really knowledgeable about different cocktails. The stuffed ravioli and charcuterie are my go-to's (as well as the tiramisu). Feel like this is probably the most underrated spot in North Beach. Super glad they opened back up.

My wife and I had avoided this restaurant over the past few years due to the negative reviews associated with the prior ownership. We decided to give it a try last night and could not have been more impressed. It appears that several renovations have been made to the interior with hardwood floors in the dining room and a lively, trendy bar area with the feel of a high end European bistro. Our waiter was incredibly attentive and knowledgeable on the menu and wine list. We had calamari alla gina, Caesar salad, osso buco, and the pappardelle and all were excellent. I like to think we have pretty high standards as there are many great Italian options in North Beach and I would rate this near the top based on our experience. The restaurant also has an upscale feeling, but the pricing is reasonable and the portions were very generous. I highly recommend and we plan on returning often.

It's wonderful there! The ambiance, the service, the food. We had a great time from when we walked in, until we left. Tha restaurant is beautiful. Comfortable and nicely lit. We had appetizers, salad, and entrees. We also enjoyed a great dessert. I had the filet of sole, and my friend had the pasta Della casa. Both were fantastic. So excited that they will be open for lunch everyday soon. Currently, they are open for lunch Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. The menu is perfect for everyone. So happy to have a restaurant to go to so close to home. Treat yourself. Valet parking as well. Bravo.

Vintage Italian NYC wedding reception making comeback. Wedding at church around corner St Peter and Paul and reception in banquet room downstairs at this lovely restaurant

The food was absolutely delicious- better than it was before the restaurant shut down during the pandemic. The decor is lovely, and the service was great.

I dined here last month for a friend's birthday. The service was great, the food delicious, and I love the remodeled space. Will return again, soon.

I was very excited to hear that North Beach Restaurant was opening back up, as it was a favorite of ours for years. This new incarnation has exceeded our expectations! After sitting at Anatoliy's bar now for a few times, it has become part of of our neighborhood rotation. The grilled octopus was cooked to perfection (a difficult dish to master in a restaurant setting) and the petrale sole may be one of the best I've had yet. But, as a former bartender, hospitality is the number one component how I view a restaurant. Anatoliy comes with years of fine-dining experience, and it easily shows. His friendly demeanor, astute attentiveness and 5-star service is apparent the minute you sit down. We had a sensational time due to the food, wine and his excellent service. These guys are firing on all cylinders!

Just held my 80th Birthday celebration and Francesco was most accommodating. We were a party of twenty, from the neighborhood and they sat us in a semi-private area. Drinks were served promptly upon our arrival and the wine flowed throughout our lunch. We started with Calamari Fritti and Tagliere di Salumi E Formaggi appetizers, both were excellent. From there everyone ordered off the menu. There were raves over the Pera & Gorgonzola Salad, Ravioli Aragosta, Pappardelle Sugo di Cinghiale and the Osso Buco. Did not hear any complaints from any of the guests concerning their menu choices. Service by Maria and staff was excellent for such a large group. Highly recommend for anyone planning a special group lunch.

I heard they might bring closing soon, so I decided we had to try it. The photos on Yelp didn't do the place justice. The inside was beautifully decorated for Christmas.. lovely lights and tinsel all around us. The lights were dimmed in a romantic way, though that did make getting food photos particularly hard. The server was friendly and went over any questions we had. I ordered the aperol spritzer which arrived quickly. The menu had lot of great options Overall the food was delicious.. We did the mushroom bruschetta, seafood pasta and polenta. I'll be sad if this place closes, such a gem.

Food was delicious, service was superb, ambiance was romantic, and the Christmas decorations were beautiful! I'm so happy that my childhood favorite restaurant is back and with a nice little face lift! It's giving Venetian vibes but with that San Francisco touch that we all know and love Go and support their reopening at NBR! Will 100% be back soon! Thanks for a wonderful date night!

Handmade pasta, elegant dining room, first-class service. I had the pasta puttanesca, which is one of my favorite dishes, and it was done well.

Had a fantastic dinner with friends here. I ordered the calamari which to my surprise wasn't fried but was still great and had an Italian ceviche twist to it. Who doesn't love red onions! Next, I had the Oso Buco which was extremely well executed. The polenta was delicious and the veal fell off the bone. My partner got the pasta Della casa which was also very good. Had a fantastic espresso martini that was unique with a slightly citrusy taste. Finally, we finished our meal with pistachio cannolis and cantucci vin santo, a great way to finish a nice

This may be the most underrated Bar in the city. The bartender makes it a true home away from home and will give you the best fly fishing tips you've ever heard. The food will keep you full and the staff will keep you happy. I can't recommend this place enough

This review is mainly for the bartender named Anatoliy, above everything, the yummy meatballs the tasty wine, it was his out going personality and conversation that we are giving this place 5 stars.

This has already become our new go-to place in the neighborhood. We've taken a bunch of people to North Beach Restaurant since it's reopening and the experience and the food are uniformly outstanding. Menu favorites include stars like penne vodka sauce, tagliatelle Bolognese. and possibly the best petrale sole in the city. The atmosphere is beautiful and friendly, plus reasonably priced. We receive a warm greeting from the hosts, led by Marcello, enjoy a drink crafted by bartenders like Anatoliy and Al, then settle in for a satisfying lunch or dinner. There are tables in the bar area if you like to watch the comings and goings and follow all the action in this fun new place.

THE SPIRIT OF NORTH BEACH The year of 2023 unfortunately means "closing" especially for me in the world is sports. First was announced that the Pac-12 Conference a college athletic conference, which has over 100 years of history, will cease to exist July 1, 2024. Next came the news of Golden Gate Fields Racetrack, which was originally supposed to come closed in December 2023, but will now close in June 2024. Late fall of this year it was announced that North Beach Restaurant will be closing after the end of this year. I wanted to come eat here before this restaurant will close. I came to North Beach Restaurant to eat the Thursday before Christmas. I ate at this restaurant several years ago. That time I ordered the lamb shanks. I didn't want to order lamb shanks. In the past when I used to go eat at Italian restaurants I would order three items - antipasti, pasta, and entrée. This time I took a different approach. When I watched Marco Pierre White's "The Great British Feast" he designed the menu by starting with the main entrée then created other items surrounding the main dish. I first started with ordering the main entrée. As this place specializes in Tuscan cuisine with its rustic, elegant decor in the restaurant I ordered the t-bone veal that included tomatoes, pancetta, mushrooms, and potatoes. I asked server since I was going to order the veal chop what pasta dish she would recommend. She showed me three pasta dishes - cannelloni, ravioli, and risotto. I eliminated the cannelloni as veal was included. As I was going to order veal as my main entrée there was no need order pasta that included veal. At the end I choose the risotto because I felt that would complement with the veal chop. For the salad I choose arugula salad with burrata grilled bread. I didn't order wine, but a cocktail daivolone, which consists of vodka, ginger beer, ginger ale, lime, and cherry syrup. For a hearty dinner the daivolone was a soothing cocktail I needed to balance a filling meal. I requested my server that I wanted my salad first then the risotto and veal chop served at the same time. Growing up the only way I would eat salad is if crotons were served. As I grew older I found them to be filling. The grilled bread from the arugula wasn't hard and crunchy as crotons, but they tasted delicious the arugula and burrata. The next dishes were the risotto and t-bone veal chop. The t-bone veal chop tasted like pork chop, but more tender. The tomatoes and the roasted potatoes made the t-bone veal chop dish hearty. A sign of a very good cook is the quality of the risotto. If the risotto is undercooked it can be too crunchy, but if overcooked it can be mushy like congee. The risotto I ate at North Beach Restaurant was soft, but not mushy. The risotto with the porcini mushrooms made my dinner filling. The served then asked if I wanted dessert. I looked at through the dessert menu and nothing stood out, but I was also full. I heard a rumor that North Beach Restaurant may not be closing as it might be for sale. I asked my server about this rumor and she said there were a couple of proposals, but nothing set in stone. An old-school Italian restaurant like North Beach Restaurant would leave a void in North Beach. If North Beach Restaurant does close its doors for good at least I enjoyed my last meal there.

to start, the ambience was t meaning slay or very nice. both people who greeted my party had excellent customer service skills and made us feel very welcomed right away. we had a reservation and were seated promptly. from here chaos ensued (i wish i was joking). we waited for about 10-15 minutes before our waiter finally came to our table and asked if we would like something to drink... well yes. we also wanted to order an appetizer to which our waiter said that we would need to also order our entrees at the same time because that's how the chef wants it and will time it so we have time between each course.... my party and i turned to each like is this man serious? he was lol. another 10-15 minutes go by and our drinks arrive. soon after our appetizer, the burrata was brought out -- very delicious and highly recommend. could have used another piece of bread as the amount of burrata was substantial -- alas. five minutes into eating our appetizer we see what looks like our entrees coming out. which our waiter then shooed away and had the bussers send back? while we are finishing our appetizer our waiter is prompting the bussers to take our plates away WHILE WE ARE STILL EATING!? lol. so our entrees come. the petralle sole was slamming, potato's and carrots were meh. the penne a la vodka had so much uncooked onion it was somewhat shocking and didn't taste like any vodka sauce i've ever had at all. the polenta also meh/skippable imo -- it initially came out luke warm which was odd because all of our other food was warm/hot so I asked our waiter if it was meant to be served warm to which he responded WELL I CAN GET YOU ANOTHER.... to which I say sure that would be great thank you. a few minutes later he comes back with a new polenta THEN PROCEEDS TO TELL ME TO EAT IN FRONT OF HIM "to make sure it was warm enough" -- it was actually scalding hot to which I say yup it's warm. i believe the polenta had the same red sauce base as the pasta -- way too oniony/the onions were not cooked down enough so would not recommend. mind you this entire time our waiter never came over once to ask how things were or if we wanted another drink... when i wanted to ask about the polenta another member of my party raised her hand to catch his attention while he was zooming by to which he walked past her and she then had to say excuse me sir we have a question. i'm not sure if this waiter was having a bad night but he really put a huge damper on our evening. we were trying to have a celebration and my party and i were genuinely shocked at the way he acted, spoke to us and just the overall lack of customer service on his end -- we had to laugh multiple times throughout the evening because we were like is this real life?! lol. i will say the bussers were extremely nice and prompt with refilling waters, they were genuinely the only reason i left a tip. overall our experience was "meh" -- if you're looking for great italian food and a pleasant customer service experience from your waiter i would go elsewhere.

This place is closing soon. It has been around a while. Of course the night we were there Willie Brown and his cronies were occupying the front table - Willie is everywhere! Our waiter was new to the place but has worked in North Beach for decades. We started with the Burratta salad. It was pretty standard. I got the pasta (with the veal and mushrooms) - I thought it would be pieces of veal, bt it was more like a ground veal. It was good, but pricy at $30. Good news is that there was plenty and I got to take some home for lunch the next day. It was our friends bday so they did bring out tiramisu with a candle for dessert. The pace of the meal was excellent, zero rush at all. Is it weird that there is a bidet machine in the bathroom???

Last night at NB Restaurant was a wonderful experience! My Petrale Sole was "ottimo"! Tasted just like my childhood dinners growing up in NB. My Manhattan from the bar was made to perfection and desserts tasty and well presented-all done in a warm and friendly atmosphere!

if i could give this place a zero i would. i was so unbelievably disappointed with the service, quality, and overall the price?? if i am paying for a nice dinner for my family i expect a nice dinner that i don't need to wait close to an hour for. Honestly save your money and time going to this place. Abhorrent is the right word to describe whatever this experience was.

Horrible service for the price. Staff were rude and the food was bland and not worth the money. Would not revisit.

Once a regular to this restaurant, I was disappointed to hear it closed. However, the newly renovated institutional restaurant is back better than ever with its renovated updated contemporary setting. Their menu is more limited and I miss some of the old dishes but, the sole, osso bucco and their special pasta dish and veal scaloppini was on point with flavor and presentation. What elevated the experience was the welcome by the charming hostess and manager in recognition of my 83rd birthday giving us the best table in the house. This made the experience that much more memorable. Our waiter had some slight missteps but, being only 13 days since the restaurant's official opening, this can happen. I feel that its management will have this most beautiful restaurant in North Beach hitting its stride as it regains its historic reputation as the best restaurant in North Beach again.

Excellent. Hope new owners will breath new life into this classic family owned restaurant. Without conventions and tourism it is difficult to survive post pandemic San Francisco.

The food was delicious. The appetizers were so good. Some of the best calamari I've had in the city. We loved the buratta as well. Everyone loved their meal. I got the tagliatelle bolognese and it was amazing. Very filling and flavorful. The restaurant was fancy. We were very underdressed but it didn't seem to be an issue. The service was great. Very fast. Very personable staff. The bathrooms were boujee af. Heated seats & a bidet!

Fantastic dinner! Everything was fresh and delicious and the ambiance is superb. The baby lobster tail appetizer is a can't miss if offered!!

the food was up to par - the service was some of the worst I've ever experienced in San Francisco - our waiter never checked in on us and there were 6 of us - he forgot our wine orders several times and just plain disappeared - when it was time to get the bill he inadvertently added extra wine to the bill and a $25 desert that we never requested - one of us in the party was able to speak at length w the manager (after this experience) and apparently this waiter has a history of this so for their sake he needs to go - arrogant, careless and forgetful .... embarrassing for the restaurant as the food was just fine here's to hoping they get rid of this dude cause he has no interest in waiting tables buyer beware

One of the best restaurants in the city. Looking forward to seeing the new rendition! Hope to try it soon!! Saw the balloons for the festivities yesterday ! Good luck and best wishes to you!

I miss the north beach, the staff, the food and the ambiance was wonderful! It will be missed and I surely miss the crew.

Family owned and my husbands family has been friends with the owners for over 30 years. It's just the perfect spot with excellent service, primo menu selection and overall never disappoints.

A very good Italian dining experience here tonight, where good Italian food, pleasant and amicable staff made it unique. In the middle of "little Italy of San Francisco", the place has a style of a good Italian establishment - white table clothes, waitress who at least says "buon appetito" and "buona serra", and food is very good. Had a risotto con funghi (mushrooms), which at $20 was a good choice for "I primi piatti". For secondi, I tried a veal saltimbocca - Veal loin, prosciutto, sage, fresh mozzarella. Came out cooked to perfection, and at only $36, was a great choice. I asked for polenta on the side to complement it. All while enjoying a cold Sauvignon Blanc. Would come back anytime!

Definitely a must try before it closes in early Jan! Loved the food and classic ambiance

Poor service - the waiter kept rushing the three of us celebrating an Italian friend's 70th birthday. Pushed constantly to order more food and drinks, and the waiter was intimidating. No warm welcoming experience: They knew that was a birthday celebration - there was no sense of festivity, no cookie with a candle or something, no offering to sing Happy Birthday; not even an acknowledgment of a birthday except for Mr. Warren. The food was a good-not amazing! For $317,00 dinner (no wine), it was a disappointment.

A San Francisco classic. Traditional Italian food, impeccably served. A family tradition since 1980.

They messed up our order on new years eve. Food never came out. We just left. Server was rude n the food was blend

Absolutely love this place, could not wait to return here. The part that stands out for me is the warm, friendly atmosphere. The staff have been working at this very restaurant for many years and their love for their job really shows. The food is authentic and everything delicious from appetizers, main course, to the desserts. Highly recommend this spot for Italian in North Beach, San Francisco.

Had a rough work day and was looking for some good food, wine, and a quiet but inviting atmosphere. I actually went to Original Joe's across the street first, but that place was way too loud, crowded, and they didn't even acknowledge me when I sat at the bar. I made a beeline for NBR and am so glad I did! From the bartender Trevor to the Wine Director Indy this place knows exactly how to treat their guests. Trevor let me sample some other red wines and we did some limoncello shots also:) I ordered the warm spinach salad with pancetta which was delicious as well as the eggplant part which hit the spot. After chatting with Trevor about their extensive wine list and enjoying all the wine bottles on the wall, Indy came over and gave me a tour of the private rooms downstairs as well as the kitchen. If you are looking to host a small or large party they absolutely can accommodate any size party and each room has its own unique decor. Last(but certainly not least) is the detail in the restrooms. A little odd to be commenting on this but nice touch with the heated Japanese toilets! I left NBR recharged to go back to my work meetings and will definitely be back to this place when I am in North Beach again. Thanks to the staff for making an out-of-towner feel special!

I was not impressed by the food we had at all. It was a private event so it was a pre-set menu. the salad had nothing to it. The chicken Marsala was super bland and Luke warm. The tiramisu was good.

So I'm giving this place 5 stars for 2 reasons. It was reasonably priced very well made Italian food. The risotto was amazing and their Bruschetta was some of the best I've had. However, the second reason is that they messed up. That sounds like an odd thing to compliment but ehat I'm complimenting is their manner of recovering. They didn't try to hide or pretend it didn't happen. The staff came up, explained what happened, and apologized. The situation was rectified and we continued on. I respect an establishment that can do this and I will be returning. Seriously though if its available get the Risotto Pescatora.

Food priced fairly for the area and was pretty good. 4 stars for that. The service was terrible though. Our server was slow, absent minded, and tried to give us an item that wasn't as described as one of the specials. When asked about it they blamed the kitchen. We picked a different item. Upon receiving the bill we noticed that the "special" that we had to send back was on the bill. It was taken off, but only after approval from the manager. 2 stars. This won't deter us from returning, but the service needs to improve.

Great every time! Never disappoints. Old world Italian feels with authentic food and severs who speak the language. So sad to see it close. Our family's favorite SF restaurant

I love this old school place. The service is friendly and excellent. The cocktails are perfect. The food is yummy. And the presentation is beautiful!

I ate here last night took my mom out for her birthday the food was amazing very good I would give this place a 5 star for the food but I have to give it 4 stars because our waiter seemed kinda rude and seemed like he didn't want to be there customer service is always key but if it wasn't for the waiter who seemed kinda rude I would give this place a 5 star

Best Italian food in the bay area. Waiters are professional and handsomely dressed in suit and tie. Gorgeous inside. Beautiful rennovations even the restrooms are attractive. Fun, relaxing ambiance. Amazing wine and cocktails. REAL ITALIAN. Reasonably priced. Top notch in every way. Highest recommendation.

Based on our dinner tonight at North Beach Restaurant, our party of seven unanimously agree it is indeed time for North Beach Restaurant to close up shop for good. We have been going to North Beach for over fifty years and tonight, Friday October 20th, we decided we would go there in hopes of supporting their business. We made a big mistake ... Our reservation for 6:30 was filled timely and the place was packed. We thought that would be a good thing for them. We weren't in a great hurry but little did we know that the service would be so horrendously slow. After sitting down promptly at 6:30, it took until 7:00 PM to wave down the waiter to get a drink order in. By 7:15 we got 5 of our 7 drinks. The other two came after we waived another waiter down. One of the drinks, a vodka tonic, had NO tonic in it. By 7:30 we were able to place our order. It took until 8:30 PM to get our salads, a full two hours from when we sat down until we got the first part of our order?!? At 9:00 PM, I waived our waiter down to query where the rest of our food was only to get a shrug about the table next to us not having their food either. Shortly there after, 2 1/2 hours later, ALL the rest of our food showed up all at once. I state ALL at once because we had all ordered a primi, pasta, and a secondi, meat dishes. No restaurant that any of us remember having been to served the primary and secondary dishes at the same time. As a result of what was probably a poor waiter, we got food that was lukewarm at best. The pastas were actually cold and the veal dishes barely warm. We had ordered one of the pastas, the ravioli, with the sauce of the house. It didn't come that way. None of the food was hot nor any where near it. Our waiter seemingly avoided our table until we asked for the check. Then, after 3+ hours, he had the audacity to plunk a dessert menu down in front of us. All we wanted to do was get out of there. Our dinner had been ruined and all they wanted to do was get more money out of us? Unfathomable! Our dinner for 7 ran close to $1000, including the 20% tip they included. Not one to ever not tip at least 20%, this was a case where management should have been called in or to have least have noticed our table suffering through a night of poor service and cold, late food. Or did they know and not care? We highly recommend that the North Beach Restaurant review what's going on in their restaurant or close it immediately. After going there consistently for over 50 years, we cannot say how completely disappointed we were. And after talking out front with others, we were not alone. Closing in December cannot come soon enough. Shame on what used to be one of our favorite San Francisco restaurants.Now it's poor drinks, cold food and lousy service. You cannot blame Covid-19 for that. Where's Bruno when you need him??

My family went to North Beach Restaurant on Dec. 2, 2023 to celebrate my mom's 90th Birthday. We had a wonderful time and were treated like royalty. Kudos to Jim and all of the staff for making it an extra special evening. The food was delicious, recommendations were spot-on, service was excellent and prompt, and we all left smiling with a good meal in our bellies. Calamari, Prosciutto and Melon, Bruschetta, Pastas, Veal Marsala, Fresh Petrale Sole, Polenta, Wine - all great. Jim and staff served the birthday cake we brought in, and heartily sang Happy Birthday. My mom and dad dined at North Beach Restaurant over many decades, so this was where she wanted to go with her family to celebrate her 90th. Jim and the staff took extra good care of her and us, and we are grateful that they went all out to make it special. We hope North Beach Restaurant will continue to be a landmark of North Beach.