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    Boa's CVC

    4.7 (77 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed
    Happy hour specials

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    Vidhi P.

    Wow! This is such a great hidden gem in Outer Richmond! It's definitely a place only known by the locals and not talked about enough! We stopped by on a nice sunny weekend and the vibe was very nice. The sandwiches are pretty interesting. We tried the Green Dream and the Angelo with soprasetta. Amazing. The Green Dream was so fresh and green and creamy. The Angelo was perfectly mustardy and savory. The prices are slightly on the higher end but the sandwich is great quality. I will definitely need to check out the happy hour! Great place and great food!

    Vitamin C salad
    Shannon C.

    I am so delighted to have found Boa's CVC in the outer Richmond, SF. Boa's CVC (on Balboa St.) is I a Cali-Italian café that somehow feels both elevated and super cozy at the same time. Everything tastes fresh and intentional, from the hand-prepped Napoletana-style dough to the organic ingredients. The just celebrated one year of opening! I go on little "me dates" here all the time and it's the perfect vibe: warm, relaxing, not rushed. The service is genuinely kind, and the space just makes you want to hang out a bit longer. I've only been for dinner so far (still need to try breakfast and lunch), but the margherita pizza and the Vitamin C salad with shredded roasted chicken are an absolute 10/10. It's one of those spots that feels comforting but still special. Parking is easy. Whether you're solo, on a date, catching up with a friend or just craving really good food, Boa's CVC is highly recommended!

    Original sandwich, chocolate banana bread, latte
    Diego J.

    Went to here out of a whim while picking up bagels nearby and was great. What drew me in was the house made bread for their sandwiches and the Italian ambiance with all the ingredients shown nearby and the bar seating. Since it's nestled in the suburban part of Outer Richmond, it has a nice local vibe. Had the original sandwich, chocolate banana bread, and latte. Latte was good all things considered, but the stars were the sandwich and the banana bread. The sandwich had a good amount of savoriness without being overbearing and the bread was light and flavorful. The banana bread had a good combination of being soft with the melted chocolate chips in the inside while having a crispy outside The barista was really nice and cool, had some conversation and felt welcomed.

    Sara K.

    Boa is a great neighborhood spot. It's a nice casual vibe and great add to the Outer Richmond neighborhood. It's a modern vibe with ample seating. Sometimes the wait can be a little brutal if they are busy, but the service is good. The mint matcha latte was my favorite but they aren't really consistent in flavor and it's not as good when they first opened. The food itself it pretty good. I'm a big fan of their sandwiches and I love their banana bread dessert. Overall, worth a try if you're in the neighborhood, but be aware that the wait can take a minute if they are busy. We have placed to go orders before and it took 45ish minutes.

    Angelo
    Shirley N.

    Thanks to my friend for introducing me to Napoletana style dough type sandwiches aka panuozzi. We're usually down for a sweets get together but today it was savory day. Pros: * a cozy corner cafe with plenty of natural light. * sandwiches made to order. Warm & toasted. We ate 1/2 each and boxed leftovers. Friend had the Godfather and I got the Angelo. * mint lemonade went well with our sandwiches * clean unisex restroom. Pro tip: if you plan to drive over, avoid Friday mid day as it's street cleaning day in the 'hood.

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    Nell C.

    Recommended lunch stop in Outer Richmond, Boa's is quaint and food is delicious. Open concept restaurant seating only about 16 ppl inside and 8-10 people outside on the sidewalk. Dogs welcome outside. I was misunderstood by the Yelp photos when I saw the Margherita pizza and the order came out a sandwich. Deconstructed all parts tastes like a pizza and if you close your eyes the dough of the bread tastes phenomenal. Sandwich is good and tomatoes are so fresh. I hope one day Boa's puts pizzas on their menu. It'll be a hit! I couldn't resist the Chocolate Banana Bread! Soft and gooey! Service was fun and entertaining.

    Eggplant caponata sandwich
    Sherry L.

    We randomly bumped into this posh cafe on a city hike with our dog. We were so hungry and needed a break after 4 miles. This was the perfect rest stop. The menu is simple - some appetizers, breakfast sandwiches, a few salads and the main attraction is the sandwiches. The bread they use is very unique. Super thin but had a nice bite to it. Held the sandwich together really well. I had the eggplant caponata sandwich and the filling was extremely delicious. Everything just worked so well together.

    Lucca breakfast sandwich
    Ash J.

    Sandwiches and lattes in a bright airy spot in Outer Richmond. I ordered the Lucca breakfast sandwich which has tapenade olive oil, egg, roasted red bell pepper and arugula which is a great savory combo. They make all the bread in house and you can really tell how fresh it is! The vanilla latte was a great balance of creamy, sweet and very slightly bitter. You order at the counter and they bring your food to you. It took around 10 to 12 minutes for our sandwich to be ready but was well worth the wait.

    Me sitting in front of dirty dishes that never got cleared.
    Natalie R.

    Very nice setting, bright, open and some outdoor seating. Looks like they have a decent wine selection. We've been twice. Once just for dessert and coffee a positive experience. Next time came as a party of five. Two other groups already there, already served. We had to go to the counter to order, had to grab our own water refill, had to flag the server down for anything else we needed, had to grab our own to go boxes. Appetizer came out with entrees. Food was good, but not eye popping. Pizza actually had too much cheese on it. I hope they make it because the area needs a place like this but I'll def think twice before going back. I've been a server over 20yrs I know how hard it is, and nothing about that night indicated it was too busy.

    Lilian L.

    My post-concussed head initially had a hard time spotting the place because the signage outside says CCC. --- Wanted to enjoy the beautiful sun, get some fresh air, touch grass, and take a proper lunch break on a hectic Monday-- looked at new places on Yelp, this place didn't have many reviews (not that I looked anyways) and took myself on a solo date. Ordered the Godfather (under Panuozzi in their menu and only available after 11am)- highly recommend. They make their bread in house - it's a Napoletana bread. It's composed of salami, soppressata, mortadella, prosciutto cotto, provolone, Dijon, garlic aioli, baby gems, red onions, pepperoncinis, tomatoes, red wine vinaigrette, oregano. And got a hot chai. Perfect combo; I recommended this spot/sandwich to my boyfriend. Service was great.

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    Raya M.

    Do not sleep on this place! If I lived close by, I would probably come here at least once a week. We stopped by to grab a Matcha latte and a coffee, but the smell of freshly baked bread drew me in to try something on the menu, we tried the Godfather sandwich and it was amazing - from the bread to all the stuffing to whatever sauce they put in there. It was amazing and everything on the menu looked so good there. Nutella on bread was great as well. I will definitely be back to try more items. Service was wonderful as well, very nice and friendly.

    David H.

    Boa CVC in SF has a self-service setup that works well. Housemade bread is good, pizza is tasty and more flatbreadish, and salads are fresh. The casual vibe and friendly staff make it easy to enjoy a quick, satisfying meal.

    Stacy T.

    What a wonderful new add to the Outer Richmond! Boa's has been long awaited by my family who was eager to have a restaurant with Italian offerings within walking distance and we were not disappointed! The interior is sleek and modern with a beautiful bar for single diners and although the space itself is on the cozier side, I think its perfect for a date night. That said, we went with our young daughter and they are very accommodative to families as well. I will have to try their coffee and baked goods! Onto the food - which is top notch! Their flour for the breads are imported from Italy and they bake everything fresh daily. High quality flour from Italy is heaven sent for those with mild gluten sensitivities. Bruschetta - the bread is to die for and the tomatoes were super fresh and flavorful. A great way to prep the tastebuds for what is to come. Margarita Pizza - this 12inch pie was a marvel. Slightly thicker crust than a true Neapolitan style pizza with the perfect ratio of sauce to crust to cheese. Chicken Pesto Sandwich - pulled white meat chicken, pesto, cheese, tomato and arugula wrapped in their homemade bread. Excellent combo. We were really happy with our dinner and just wished the portions were bigger because everything was so tasty. Can't wait to come back. In short, I highly recommend and hope they do well in our neighborhood! Support small businesses!

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    This place has good drinks and also sandwiches and also that I will be coming here again soon..

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    The food and service here are amazing! Great neighborhood spot with tasty dishes and great wine / coffee selection

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    The food was great and I can walk there. I will be going back with the family. The order was correct when I had it delivered.

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    Great quality food and drink. The sandwiches are fantastic. We got the pest chicken sandwich and matcha lattes. Great vibe.

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    absolutely incredible meal I could not recommend more…read more i came here for the second time and tried their tasting menu for our anniversary and every single thing was a impeccable. they started us off with some complimentary champagne and even had a non alcoholic version! the appetizers were absolute stars. each bite was so thoughtfully curated and the flavors of each complimented each other so well. you know everything is competitively delicious because we thought we knew which ones were our favorite but our order completely changed upon our second bite. different flavors and combinations shine the more you savor each app. the pastas were so delicious and the amount they give you is perfect. the service was also incredible and the interior is both so cozy yet elevated, perfect for date night! we ended the meal with their panna cotta which had a wonderful contrast of creamy with a delicious crunchy topping! i again simply could not recommend itria more and i will absolutely be back to one of the best dinners in the city!

    Came here for dinner and really enjoyed the atmosphere. We were seated at the communal table, which…read moreended up being a fun place to people-watch. The standing area next to the bar was also a cute spot to wait while our table was getting ready. Food-wise, we tried the crudo tasting while the other crudos were fine, they didn't stand out nearly as much as the scallop. The corn and mushroom pasta was very tasty, especially the sauce. We also tried the pesto pasta, which also had excellent texture, but the sauce tasted a bit more charred than I would have liked. Overall, I thought the atmosphere and dining experience were stronger than any individual dish. The communal seating and lively dining area gave the restaurant a great energy. I can see why this place is popular, and the tasting menu is a fun way to try a variety.

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    Did Emmy's change ownership? The food was so appalling that I'm still stunned…read more The Cauliflower Balls were burnt. Still, we scraped the burnt part off one of them to try it. The white sauce that came with it was sour and off. It tasted like fish. The Spaghetti with 3 Meatballs was mushy. The meatballs were also mushy and filled with small green pieces, maybe lentils? The Semolina Garlic Bread was a toasted roll akin to French bread rather than the sliced semolina bread they've always used. We ordered it with cheese and sauce, but that didn't even happen. The Chocolate Truffle Cake was more like a fudge cake and had whip cream on it. This used to be a small cake and is supposed to come with a berry sauce and ice cream as described on the menu. This is the worst meal I've had in years. I've been a customer of Emmy's since they opened. I've eaten there, taken friends there, and ordered from there countless times. We tried a bite of everything and then threw it all out.

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    I came in with a table of 6. We ordered 4 appetizers and 6 entrees. I don't recommend this spot for…read morepeople with big appetites, the bill goes up pretty quickly. The food is good but everything we tried is not worth a drive to the city for. Appetizers The pane a pala with the +$9 ricotta was delicious. The calamari was also tasty. The Chicken Liver Crostini was a big hit for the table. Many of us said it tasted like Vietnamese Pate. I'd pass on the Fresh-Cured Anchovies Nostrani. It wasn't anything crazy flavor wise. Entrees I wasn't a fan of the Bucatini & Fava Bean Sugo. My boyfriend said it was not bad. The Spring Pea Triangoli was good but the butter like sauce that's on the plate doesn't do much to complement the dish. The restaurant is very modern. They also have 2 restrooms.

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    If you love plants you'll adore Arcana in San Francisco because it's a beautiful sanctuary of…read moreplants and cool vibes. Located in the legendary Mission District of San Francisco, this wine bar is a great spot to catch up with friends and enjoy small bites and yummy crafted cocktails. Their decor is very chic and I especially loved all of the hardware, glasses, tables, and benches. This place was styled by a great design artist. Even though the place was pretty packed and can be kind of noisy, I still felt very calm amongst all the healthy plants and loved the sophisticated 70s inspired glassware. Another great feature of this place is that you can buy most of the plants because they have some for sale so after a couple of cocktails, I was ready to redecorate my whole house with all the plants. I ordered a yummy Rose blend that was super crisp. Also enjoyed the Truffle Fungi! A delicious Shiitake and oyster mushrooms with parmesan and arugula on toasted bread. Their Spanish inspired potatoes were delicious with their dipping sauce. They have lots of gatherings there and DJ sets on the weekends. Lastly, a photographer would die to take pictures here. There is no bad shot as the design artist made sure every section of this cute wine bar was picture perfect. Loved all my photos and videos. I look forward to returning to this exquisite wine bar!

    Came here on a Saturday night after dinner for a girls night out. There is a cool photo booth…read moreoutside, which was high-quality and even gave you a video of your session. I love the decor of this space! It is definitely intentionally and tastefully decorated. Loved the lighting and plants. They had Lord of the Rings playing on the wall. The vibe is artsy, warm, a little dark, and overall a cool place to mingle. The bathrooms and tables were kept clean. I liked it that the DJ was live mixing. Getting a drink was fast and easy. The high top tables were a bit wobbly, so we spilled half a drink on there. The drinks are strong. I recommend going upstairs to sit instead if you want to hear your friends better. The tables are bigger up there too. The rooftop was closed off but I'd like to check it out sometime.

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