Magnificently packed. Cheerful to look at as well as to eat…read more I like getting food just for myself here. The Awake salad and their muhammara both excellent. Working my way through the menu... You can see from the factory-line production how well loved they are by groups, but at scale that somehow makes the presentation seem more mundane. Nicer to think it was prepared just for you. They also have a fine selection of partner kitchens whose food they offer (soupchu!).

I still love their salads, although I am bummed that they replaced the pickled apricots with the…read morecheaper pickled golden raisins instead. It makes a noticeable difference in the Awake or Vibrant salads. They've also introduced new, non-salad items to their menu: -Beef Bolognese: Flavorful, great portion, good texture. -Chicken Bone Broth Soup: Tasty 16 oz portion, but I was expecting a lot more filling inside. There was very little actual chicken and vegetables in this. It was mostly broth. The items are always well wrapped for takeout, though their brown bag doesn't have handles, so you should bring your own to drop the paper bag into. Also note that they charge extra for utensils.

I was on my way out of town while walking through Little Italy and I wasnt really hungry until I…read morewalked by like every spot and this place caught me when I saw someone eating this sanny with good looking bread. I walked past it and got like a block away and was like maaaaaan shiiiiiittt Im turning around lol. I went back and came to get a sanny and Im happy I did, I was planning on eating it on the walk. The place has a lot of choices like a regular deli youd find in the northeast. San Francisco has definitely the best Little Italy as far as choices to pick from and its really big and spread out. I had the Goodfella. Roast beef, prosciutto, salami, provolone and basil. I added the pesto and olive oil and replaced the provolone with fresh mozzarella. Best part was there was an old ass lady who made the sanny and she loaded it lol. The bread makes the sandwich and it was really soft and crunchy. Soo good. I 1000% recommend this place and I am sure she makes all the sandwiches the same!

My daughter considers this the Best gelato in SF & they have the widest range of flavors!…read more Pick, taste, then order - they're authentically Italian, have coffees, sandwiches, cannolis and wines, too. Friendly service in a tiny cute deli that has lots of goodies!

Joseph was absolutely amazing tonight! He took great care of both me and my sister, and his service…read moretruly stood out. He was very attentive, honest about the food, and gave excellent recommendations--not just for dishes, but for drinks as well. Everything he suggested was spot on, and we both really enjoyed our experience. He made us feel comfortable and taken care of the entire time. I wouldn't mind having him as our server every visit to Sista OK! If you're planning to dine there, I highly recommend requesting Joseph--you won't be disappointed.

Service was EXCELLENT Thank you Cindy G and all her…read moreassociates The whole place was clean, refreshing and quiet. Food was perfect in every way.

As someone who doesn't really like or enjoy pizza that much, I was happy with the pizza here. Came…read morehere without reservations with a group of 3 - we were seated right away but they needed the table in about an hour and a half, which was no problem for us. We split 2 pizzas - smoky eggplant and sausage (so we could get a red and a white). I liked the texture of both pizzas, but I think I'm more partial to the flavor of the white pizza. I liked the broccolini on the pizza, it added a different element to the dish. The eggplant one was good too - the chilis on it completed it. Overall, I would come back here if I'm with friends who like pizza - the other pizzas on the menus seemed interesting to try!

Was super excited to try this spot as I had been to the main Flour and Water location in Mission…read moreand enjoyed the pizza there. A reservation for two was easy to snag day of on a Sunday, and the restaurant was surprisingly large with a modern, casual feel. The dough for both pizzas was exceptional, as I expected, and I really enjoyed the flavor and toppings on the burrata pizza. The pesto pizza, however, was just ok in flavor. Both pizzas were very thin so I say at least 1/2 of the pizza per person is needed to feel full. Overall, it definitely feels more affordable than the other location, which is a nice plus.

I'm obsessed with their salmon bowl and order it at least twice a week. The salmon is cooked and…read moreseasoned perfectly every time (always medium, never over-cooked like how so many of the other healthy restaurants serve it). The cabbage slaw, marinated beets, tomato and cucumbers and radish offer a ton of delicious, tangy fiber, all over perfectly cooked rice. Legitimately one of the few healthy bowls in SF that truly fills you up and has a ton of protein + veggies at a decent price.

Did I order the wrong thing? I ordered a Butcher's Kofte salad delivered and the meatballs didn't…read moretaste very fresh. Kinda gamy almost. I heated the meat balls up and they still didn't taste good! Salad was fresh but the dressings were subpar. Didnt taste like much. Not sure if I'll order again!

Classic San Francisco Treat! Playing "tourist" in the city and hadn't had one in a long time…read more Warm, comforting and FUN Back in January when Claude the Albino Alligator passed, Boudin's made this in remembrance of him for the Academy of Sciences memorial. I was lucky to catch them bringing him in

Boudin never disappoints! Consistent taste and quality every time, even at different locations…read more(such as Disneyland)! I came with a group of friends who were all tourists and first timers to Boudin, and they were all so happy and satisfied with their meals. Everyone ordered a bread bowl with a soup (clam and crab chowder). The sourdough bread bowl was so soft and actually had that sour taste to it that some sourdoughs lack. The portion size is great for the price of $15. Despite being a busy tourist destination, the cafe is very efficient with ordering and food service. They are really on top of it! There's lots of outdoor seating and limited indoor seating. There are free water cups for diners. There is a bathroom upstairs. Definitely would consider this as a must-try when you're visiting San Francisco! It's in a prime location that's walking distance to many attractions such as Lombard St and Pier 39. Along with yummy food, they also have many other pastries, including cutely shaped sourdoughs.

The staff were amazing. Friendly, checked in regularly, made a special pasta combo for my picky…read moredaughter.... Then the food came.... It was AMAZING. I had the chicken parm, my husband and son had the pesto linguini, and my daughter had fettuccine with pink sauce. AMAZING. Side note to the other reviewer- why are we shaming people for not being Italian?

Chicken Alfredo was good pasta highly recommend it, chicken was good cut into little pieces and I…read morelove the sauce full of Alfredo all over my plate the noodles were great thick and easy to eat and chew. The spaghetti was not my favorite the noodles were a little hard I like the that fact they didn't skimp on meat and sauce but it had a lil weird after taste can really describe it. Service wasn't anything out the park, they just wanted to get their job done which I understand. Place wasn't really big, no parking , but I like the San Francisco/ Italy look they tried to put into the building it was pretty cool. They have tables and chairs outside for that Italy look. Overall I give this place like a 4.0 not bad place I would go again if I'm in the area.

I love original joes. When I say love I mean I go here almost every month with my friends, family,…read moreneighbors etc. Amazing service, amazing food. The ambiance is increíble. Dim lights, beautiful atmosphere. I came with a large party and our server, Mehdi, was amazing and attentive. We had an issue with our food and no questions he said he will request a new one immediately. Did not wait 1 hour to get our dish, he came back 30 minutes with a new plate. Always refilling our drinks asking how we are doing. Amazing. If I ever have kids they will most definitely be coming here.

Busy busy busy but I don't think this establishment even cares about patrons. Our Mothers Day…read morecelebration started with brunch at Origials Joe with much disappointment. Drinks came fast - 1 star. Calamari was good the other star. After an hour waiting for our food, we figured we are done. Other parties after us got served and here we are still waiting. Our server said oh the kitchen is busy. Oh no! Breaking news I can see that. However, after I pointed out other tables after us have been served, it was evident that there's chaos in their process. I also have been told the manager will come to talk to us... but to no avail. Even the manager is busy! hey we got the only dish we liked comped! And they even forgot one appetizer. Not going back.

5 star experience without any doubt…read more It started with Eros Ramazzotti music as I walked in. I thought - the music is definitely authentic Italian. I saw a "pasta lab" sign and thought - that may or may not be authentic, never heard of that before. When my fettuccini pasta arrived I thought - it definitely looks authentic - heathy yellow pasta color. The first bite was an official confirmation that their pasta is freshly made, the sauce was amazing and the Parmesan was top-notch. This restaurant does not try to cut corners on lower quality inexpensive ingredients. This was one of the best fettuccini plates I had in SF. The only regret? I ate too quickly because I was on a rush. I wish I had more time to savor the flavors. Highly recommended and I will be running (not walking) back.

$25 lasagna. Having never been there before, I went with the signature house dish. Thinking I was…read moregoing all-in is also part of why I'll probably shy away from returning. When the dish landed, I was initially impressed. But after the first bite, it felt a bit like the Wizard of Oz: impressive presentation hiding something less substantial underneath. Their lasagna is a sort of deconstructionist take on the classic dish. The noodles are cooked and layered almost naked between barely any pockets of filling. There were a few tidbits of meat, maybe sauce and no cheese within the layers themselves. The noodles are then baked, cut, plated, and topped with what I'd guess was about a 6 oz ladle of their bolognese, finished with finely pre-grated parmesan. The first bite was overwhelmingly pasta-forward. It took me a moment to understand how the dish had been assembled against my expectations. Once I cut into it and spread everything out, it became clear this wasn't the kind of lasagna I think of when ordering lasagna. It didn't check the familiar boxes - a rich ragù, maybe a creamy béchamel, or the sharp, salty depth of cheeses layered throughout. The dish lacked the complexity and savory comfort I was craving and expecting. Another miss was the homemade flatbread (which I went back and paid cash for, so it wasn't included in the total). Traditional Italian flatbread is a yeast-free bread made with flour, olive oil or lard, salt, and water or milk, then rolled thin and cooked until crisp yet chewy. This version tasted like flour, lard, and water. It wasn't crisp or chewy. As soon as I started chewing, it turned into an unappetizing doughy mass in my mouth. After the first quarter-piece, I didn't eat anymore. As for everything else, I arrived around 7:15 on a Saturday night, and the inside was packed with a small line to the door. The outdoor tables weren't full, but it was summer in San Francisco, more people were jockeying for seats inside than out. But I wasn't too concerned and I got there around 7, so all that is on me. There were a few specials written on a chalkboard, and the cashier was awesome while explaining those. They were incredibly patient. I apologized for holding up the line, and in a very Italian way, they assured me it was my right to make sure I ordered exactly what I wanted. That interaction honestly stood out as one of the better parts of the experience. I grabbed a table just as one opened up, helped myself to water a few times from the station, and my food arrived in about 20 minutes which wasn't bad considering how busy they were. There's been a bit of internal conflict with this review. I usually don't like judging a restaurant based on a single dish, especially a restaurant with so many positive reviews. But I also don't spend as much time in that part of the city anymore, and there are simply too many other places I still want to try. Unfortunately, while there was some good-looking food on other tables, if a restaurant's claim of lasagna as its signature dish doesn't hold up, the first visit just didn't do enough to pull me back for a second chance.

Perfect spot for a night cap. Seating can be a bit tricky but that all part of the experience. The…read morefood was great and smelled amazing. I accidentally ordered the wrong drink and the staff were super cool about it and took it off our tab, which was much appreciated. Great place and great staff!

I'm leaving this review as the wine bar, I think it's overpriced for what it is and I don't really…read morelove their wine selection. Also the music is way too loud. Now the breakfast burritos are amazing. I'd rate this 4 stars if it were just for the breakfast burritos.