Oh my gosh. Amazing is an understatement!!!! Special thanks to Joseph from Michael Fine Art gallery for introducing us to this gem of a place in the heart of dt San Francisco. The food was delicious, the ambiance felt like we were sitting in a homey cafe in Italy. The staff were so kind and attentive too!! We will definitely be back!!! read more

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Service is extra ordinarily slow . Very poor service ambience is meh... too loud. Poor hospitality. We ordered for lobster ravioli- it was so cold. Never coming back here. Other than balsamic vinegar- everything else sucked here read more

Cafe Tiramisu - Balsamic vinegar - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Located in an unassuming alleyway downtown, this spot is work a visit! Dining here really feels like being transported to Europe with all the stone walls and tile art. Service was nice, and it was easy to grab a table for early dinner on a weekday. Drinks are strong but taste delicious. Aperol spritz was amazing. The peach bellini tasted like real peach juice. For appetizer, we got the tuna tartare. It's wrapped inside a crispy cannoli, with chunks of avocado and a siracha mayo sauce. The fish was so fresh! Finished this in about three bites. Pasta portions are generous. I liked how rich and creamy the mushroom ravioli was, can definitely taste the earthiness. The seafood pasta was my favorite. Comes with a very flavorful sauce and black noodles. It was like a seafood boil with all the toppings like shrimp, calamari, and clams. A very cozy Italian restaurant, and now one of my new favorites in downtown. Would love to come back here to try their iconic tiramisu. read more

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The pasta was delicious and very filling I wasn't expecting that it would be so delicious!!!! I'm glad we were able to enjoy the experience and the dessert was very delicious and creamy texture. Best tiramisu I've ever had and it really lives up to the restaurant name I would say!!! The ambiance of the restaurant was amazing very clean and classy for the most part. I experienced great service for the most part and would definitely go again!!! read more

Cafe Tiramisu - Pappardelle + rosè wine - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Celebrated my fiancé's birthday right before Thanksgiving this year at Cafe Tiramisu. We made a reservation for 10, and our table was ready before we got there. Hidden in an alley right on the border of Chinatown and the Financial District, right next to the historical Sam's Grill, Cafe Tiramisu is an intimate yet inviting place to go for dinner. Their menu changes with the seasons and availability of produce. I didn't keep track of what everyone ordered, but for the table, we ordered the grilled octopus with avocado, celery and a chimichurri-like sauce, and their bread served with balsamic vinegar and olive oil. I cannot emphasize enough how good their bread is- it is fluffy yet crisp focaccia that is toasted perfectly. We ended up ordering six orders of it for our table of 12! For main courses (from what I remember), we ordered the linguine vongole (comes with clams), spinach and cheese ravioli served with pesto, spaghetti nero (like a frutti di mare, but with squid ink pasta), and cioppino. Everything was beautifully made, and my fiancé loved the cioppino! The ravioli were plump and al dente, and the clams with the linguine were fresh and perfectly cooked. For dessert, we got tiramisu, affogato, and the sundae with gianduja ice cream. Their tiramisu is known as a "PICK ME UP" (all caps), and they're not kidding! The coffee and alcohol are strong, but make the dessert. The affogato was a perfect end to a great dinner experience. I highly recommend going with a couple of friends for a fun time with delicious food and great service! read more

Great spot for a work team dinner! We had a group of 10 and Cafe Tiramisu handled us with ease. The service was super nice and very efficient. Standout dishes: * Crab Escargot, Tuna Tartare, & Carpaccio: All excellent starters. * Branzino: Fresh and expertly cleaned tableside. * Tiramisu: A must-order! The vibe is great and the restaurant is spacious. We had a wonderful time! read more

Cafe Tiramisu - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

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April's Birthday Celebration Dinner at Cafe Tiramisu. Jennie, Doreen and I wishing you a 'Happy Birthday". Dinner was amazing. Specialty Cocktail: - Pom Martini - Blood Orange Cosmopoutan Dinner: - Juicy, Grilled Spanish Octopus - Crispy Crab Fritters - Fresh Baked Bread & Extra Virgin Oil - Papparelle - Spaghetti Nero "Fruit Of The Sea "Portfolio" Best Coffee From Milan: - Ablutely Pick Me Up - Front Row Cappuccino Limoncello - Very special drink made just for you by the owner Mr. Giuseppe. Thank you, for making this evening so special. read more

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Came here with friends because we were in the area and wanted to try a new dinner place! The food was very tasty - we got various kinds of pasta, and I tried a bit of each of my friends'. Each pasta was very unique in flavor but very delicious nonetheless! We also shared the berry crème brûlée, and it was wonderful - not too sweet with delectable berry flavor! The service was also phenomenal, as the waitstaff checked up on us periodically. The seating area is a bit small, but the ambiance is great still! I like the rustic quality of the interior as well as the general vibe :) Overall would definitely come back to try new dishes ! read more

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Caffe Tiramisu is hands-down the best restaurant in the Bay Area! My family and I celebrate all our birthdays, anniversaries, Valentine's Days, and special occasions here. I've been to Italy twice, and somehow the food here is even better than every restaurant we visited there (especially the bolognese and tiramisu!). The service is absolutely phenomenal, and dining here truly makes you feel like you've been transported to Italy. 1000/10 every time! read more

Restaurant week! I visited with 2 colleagues for a business lunch & were happy that we were able to fit in a restaurant that was participated in Restaurant Week. I made reservations online which required a credit card (for no-shows). For $35, you can choose an appetizer & entree & everyone gets a slice of tiramisu cake for dessert. I'm writing this review 6 hours after I ate lunch & will probably skip dinner because I'm still full. The restaurant was pretty busy, but servicr was very good. I had the burrata which was delicious & had a bite of the beef carpaccio, which was very good. The pappadalle was so good that i devoured every bite. The tiramisu cake was light & fluffy, so we were able to finish our dessert although we were pretty full from our entrees. Service is very efficient & friendly as they are accustomed to the lunchtime crowd in the financial district. read more

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Cafe Tiramisu is a charming Italian place serving up special dishes in the heart of financial district. There is an old world charm to the interior and it was packed on that Thursday lunch hour we went. With a reservation, our party of 5 was quickly seated and we ordered mostly pastas. Bread is $7 but worth it. It's a cheesy focaccia that can be shared. All their pasta is homemade and the sauce that accompanied it was very flavorful, even if it took about 25 minutes for it to come out. Linguini vongole was filled with plenty of clams and garlic butter. Our only thing would be that the "crispy chicken" entree on the menu wasn't very crispy (more like roasted). Otherwise, great place for a holiday lunch or work gathering. read more

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We came as a walk in on a Saturday and we luckily were able to get sat.. I would recommend making a reservation since it's a small place and gets busy fast! The customer service was great and the food was even better! Will definitely be back because of these two reasons. read more

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I'm glad I gave Cafe Tiramisu a try. It's a cute little Italian spot with solid pizza, nice atmosphere, and staff that is both welcoming and slightly abrasive at the same time. It's a bit tricky to find, because it's in an alley off one of the main streets, but that does kind of add to the charm. Be sure to save space for the cheesecake. It's amazing. read more

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Dinner last night with a party of 12 was a blast. Be sure to make a reservation if you have a larger party. The food was great. I had the spicy angel hair lobster which was fantastic and a pretty big portion. Also make sure to try the octopus! Service was great and we always had a heavy pour on the drinks. The cafe is super tucked back and had a great vibe read more

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Wow!! Fabulous Calamari, Pasta, and cannoli!! Fabuloso!! Enjoyed everything from ambience, service, food, Extraordinary! Thank you! read more

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Food was fresh. I love my cannolis. Service was fast. You can call in advance and made the order. Ambiance was clean. And the people are so friendly read more

Cafe Tiramisu - Omg! I love it $13.00 yes - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

This place does the job if you're looking for Italian food and happen to be nearby. I had the Pappardelle with (I think it was pork and beef) ragu. It was not very flavorful, but it checks the box. The pasta was also a little soft, but it also checks the box. Same with the glass of wine I had with the food and the tiramisu dessert (it could have used some coffee liqueur and one more layer of ladyfingers). Essentially, this is not a place to go if you're looking for stronger flavors and textures, but it checks the box and is great if you especially want to avoid sodium in your diet. P.S. The table next to me offered me a bite of their pizza, though, and it was actually pretty terrible... I wouldn't recommend. read more

My dad D. Sullivan recently took us to this delightful cafe. The service was excellent, the food amazing (we had the carpaccio, lamb chops, ciopinno, potato gnocchi, and various desserts) and --as a history buff--I loved the ancient Roman and Italian motif. I highly recommend this charming restaurant. :) M. Sullivan read more

Homemade pastas were excellent. Very reasonable prices for SF and great service. Recommend reservations because it gets crowded.

Good American Italian food but just nothing out of the ordinary. I've eaten there twice since my in-laws love the place. First meal was a branzino fillet which was good but not worth the price. Second time was a good Bolognese pappardelle pasta. read more

Cafe Tiramisu - Branzino fillet was good but nothing special - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

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We stopped here after spending the day in Napa and weren't disappointed at all - the food was fresh, made to order and the service was excellent, very attentive and ensured we enjoyed each course. Everything we ordered was delicious down to the desserts which were absolutely decadent. The atmosphere was that of a small cafe in Italy with both indoor and outdoor seating. Highly suggest checking it out read more

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I read the reviews after visiting this establishment and don't agree with the pricing issues. I believe it's actually prices well and yea some of the portions are smaller but still delicious and good. Owners are friendly and service is great even on a busy night read more

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A must visit while in San Francisco for authentic and well prepared Italian meals. The Pappardelle Bolognese was spot on and Tiramisu truly represented the restaurant's name and quality. Giuseppe and his staff are attentive and really help make the dining experience special I'll will definitely be back soon. read more

Cafe Tiramisu - House made Tiramisu. - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

Very good service & excellent fare. We went for a casual team lunch and had a nice time. Great service staff - thank you!! Sorry pix were after we all messed our plates! LOL read more

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The food was pretty good at this place but it was kinda challenging to choose because the day we came there (it was on a weekend evening) they were not making any pizzas as their owen was broken and also they didn't make gnocchi. So we went with pappardelle and spaghetti nero both of which were fresh and portions were generous. The service was fast and friendly but I was lacking an atmosphere (maybe because we got a table on a terrace). Anyways, it's a decent traditional Italian restaurant, and worth trying out but be aware that the menu doesn't always match what they actually serve. read more

Cafe Tiramisu - Spaghetti Nero - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

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SF restaurant has come to close and it's time to post the $65/person dinner from Cafe tiramisu! Lobster "escargot style": Nice buttery pieces of lobster! Had some sort of bread crumbs sprinkled over as well for a nice change in texture Steamed mussels: They were good, but nothing to write home about. The sauce/broth with them was very flavorful Cioppino: Great seafood, none that were "fishy" HOWEVER it tasted very very similar (if not the same) as the sauce/broth that came with the mussels. So a little redundant but nonetheless good flavor. Rack of lamb: We asked for the lamb to be medium rare, but it definitely came out medium (sorry no money shot). My not so picky boyfriend still ate it up and loved the asparagus that came with it. The lamb itself was alright flavor wise. Caprese cake: The cake was decent and my boyfriend was a big fan as it "wasn't too sweet." Maybe a tad dry, which may be how it's supposed to be, but I wouldn't know (so take my opinion with a grain of salt). Tiramisu: At long last, the dessert that the restaurant is named after. I will admit it is definitely one of the better tiramisus I've had. the mascarpone was so fluffy and light and I liked that there was a decent layer of the lady fingers that didn't get completely overtaken by the mascarpone (although hard to see in the picture). I thought the flavors were very well balanced, not overpowering in any way. Overall, the restaurant wasn't too bad and had good tasting food BUT I'm not sure I'd come back without the discounted/prix fixe menu price. read more

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Came here for dinner the other night and this pace was great spot! The staff was super friendly and the food was simply fantastic. I really loved the seafood pasta. It was light, refreshing and was just absolutely perfect for dinner. The portions were pretty large that we had plenty to share. For appetizers, I really loved the mushroom rage. It was a great combination creamy deliciousness that really stood out. Of course for dessert, we had to get the brownie sundae and the tiramisu. The tiramisu was light, fluffy and airy. Absolutely loved it! Cannot wait to come back soon. IG: QueenOfAdventureNYC read more

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We had a lovely evening sitting outside and enjoying the wonderful weather and the Italian specialties at Cafe Tiramisu. It has been a while since dining there and I am happy to report that the food is still amazing and the service impeccable. Antonio was very attentive to our table. read more

To die for, everything was amazing- the menu the service the food the drinks the restaurant read more

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Decided to plan a last minute with colleagues during the first day on a work trip. This location was conveniently closely and Italian was safe option. The interior is rustic and homey with kind staff from the host to our waiter. However, the experience itself was underwhelming and lackluster. The restaurant needs some more upkeep as I noticed their table clothes were still stained... We weren't feeling that hungry for appetizers, so we decided to straight into entrees. The dishes are eye catching, but the taste was satisfactory to a point. My colleague and I shared their pasta, and the waiter was nice enough to split the dish for us in half in separate plates. Yet, I didn't find anything special with the dish. My colleagues liked the place, but it wasn't a strong like. Our waiter did give us bread, but he neglected to tell us that we would be charged for the bread for $7 per portion for the table. The place has charm, but I would explore other restaurants next time. read more

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we had an amazing time here at Café tiramisu, if you want real Italian food, with amazing flavors and beautiful ambience, This is where you need to go if you're in San Francisco. Thank you, Giuseppe for your amazing service, and to the whole team! Truly made our night special, Your hospitality was out of this world. If you're visiting san francisco you have to make a stop here you will not regret it! read more

Cafe Tiramisu - blood orange specialty cocktail - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

I am honestly surprised by the less-than 5-star reviews. We had dinner at Cafe Tiramisu tonight while in town for a conference and had the most delicious meal. We were a party of 6 with one vegan, and everyone loved their food. All of their pasta is homemade. Service was top-notch! This will definitely be one of our go-to restaurants whenever we are in San Francisco again. I highly recommend it! read more

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This place is AMAZING! I am a Foodie and always looking for an amazing experience and THIS IS IT! You will be welcomed like you are a regular. read more

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Came back here because my partner wanted to try it out and we ended up having a lovely time. The man who served us was super friendly and the staff helping him always checked in on us as well. Not sure what was going on in the kitchen but it took a very long time to get appetizers and then the entrees and then dessert. **Arugula Salad** A small portion but still enough for two to try as an app. I wish there was a little more dressing but we enjoyed this salad. The salad had apples, goat cheese, walnuts, and was tossed in a vinaigrette. **Spaghetti and Prawns** Made with angel hair! This dish has such delicate pasta that just hugs all the sauce. It was VERY delicious and I'm sad that it eventually had to come to an end. **Papardelle w/ Bolognese** My partner got this one and he loooooved it. The sauce was meaty and savory. He gave me a bite and indeed it was delicious! **Ricotta Cheesecake w/ Berries** Yum! Doesn't have a graham cracker crust but it was lovely and my partner's "I'm just gonna have two bites" turned into devouring the entite thing with me. Haha. read more

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This gem, in the heart of SF, has an incredible menu consisting of some Italian favorites as well as unique dishes that will blow your mind and taste buds. We started with the "escargot style" lobster. No, this is not lobster stuffed into snail shells, but rather bite sized morsels of tender lobster tucked into several divots within a dish, bathed in garlic buttery goodness. For our second course we shared a Caesar salad and the mixed seafood grill. The mixed seafood grill consists of a perfectly done shrimp, scallop, octopus, and a single bay oyster. While I'm not a fan of oysters, the waiter encouraged me to try it because the smaller bay oysters are much different in taste than the larger sea oysters. He was right, it was really delicious! We split the crab crusted salmon as our entree, perfectly cooked and tasty. The squid ink sauce took this dish to a whole other dimension, simply fabulous in flavor and artistry. Lastly, when you come to Cafe Tiramisu, you can't leave without trying the tiramisu cake. I can honestly say this has to be top rated. So delicious, with succulent lady fingers you can taste the individual flavors in this cake. The ambiance here is traditional Italian, with two separate areas to dine. Inside it's bright and lively with high backed booths and high ceilings. Outdoor seating is available in a cozy covered patio perfect for a date night or small dinner with friends. The weather was chilly, but there were plenty of heaters to keep each table warm. High marks for the service here. Our waiter has been serving here for 27 years! He is passionate about the food, and being from Italy himself, I could tell he really wanted to ensure we had the full experience they offered. He made great suggestions on the menu and dishes that helped us enjoy the meal even more. read more

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Tony, our server, has been so outgoing, inviting, and smiling. I think that's what makes the experience in Cafe Tiramisu so amazing. He helped us get a Polaroid photo with friends and he shared his experience with Polaroid in his younger days. It was nice to connect with someone who has camera experience. For lunch, we decided to use the main menu. We originally came for the SF Restaurant Week $30 lunch menu, but we decided not to. There are more options in the main menu than the SF Restaurant Week menu. The cheese and spinach ravioli was so good. The texture melts in your mouth and I was stunned. The parking can be tricky. On a Friday, it was crowded. Unfortunately my car had a scratch on the side, so just stay safe as you look for parking. The lunch time we went was not crowded and we booked a table in advance. The interior reminds me of the travels I had in Italy. It has an old, festive style. I like how there is a natural light from above. It makes a nice environment for people to enjoy. Thank you once again for your amazing service. To Tony, if you can add in some Italian music in the background, that would be fantastic! read more

Cafe Tiramisu - Cheese and Spinach Ravioli - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

Really authentic, wonderful food and menu! We ordered the fabulous garlic bread with rosemary. I had a delicate handkerchief pasta with pesto, pecorino and almonds- (what a treat!), and papardelle with three-meat bolognese sauce- multi dimensional for the taste buds- yum! All with professional service. Highly recommend! read more

Wonderful lunch by the office Lovely host, who was super fun and welcoming As for food...I will just make one recommendation: Spaghetti Nero (squid ink) with calamari, scallops, spicy prawns, and lobster sauce, was absolutely delicious. Just be careful and not get any of the sauce on your white shirt! Come here for a casual and fast business lunch. You'll get a taste of Europe. There are seats outside and inside the restaurant. Service is super fast because they know everyone is on a time crunch. read more

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What an amazing find! I felt like I was back in Italy This gem is down a hidden alley. The staff was so friendly and engaging. The ambiance was just like in Italy. The food was excellent! Highly recommend. read more

Cafe Tiramisu - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

Good place to get italian food. My coworkers and I had a reservation after work and were seated immediately when we arrived. We ordered a variety of apps and mains and were really impressed with the grilled octopus, squid ink spaghetti and linguini clams as the portions of seafood were very generous. We also loved the free bread- the seasoning and crunch on the bread was insane. The wines were ok, and rather overpriced for their quality. I would stick to the food. Service was ok. The wait staff were really fast and would take our plates the second we were done eating. Our waiter was attentive to our table but he definitely had a really intense way of engaging with us, not really rude but just very intense, and it caught a few of us off guard considering the price of our meal. Overall, come for the food and don't expect anything more. Food: 5/5 Price: 4/5 Service: 3.5/5 read more

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