Run, don't walk, to Corks. Charming, authentic Italian cuisine. The food was better than higher end restaurants I've been to. The owner and a cook. Everything was delicioso. Go! read more

What a charming little find! This wine bar / Italian restaurant is a true gem. The atmosphere is cozy and perfect for a date night or a relaxed evening. The wine selection is amazing, everything we ordered was delicious. Service was also great. I can't wait to come back! Highly recommend! read more

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Hidden Gem in the Richmond! My husband and I came to Corks after a rec from his coworker. While it's described as a wine bar, don't be so quick to skip out on their food--this place holds its own as a dinner spot. We arrived pretty hungry after an afternoon in Golden Gate Park and ended up ordering more than usual, which turned out to be good thing... - Wine: Great selection of Italian wines. I'm certainly no expert, and the staff was helpful in guiding us. - Appetizer: We started with the prosciutto and burrata, served with some bread. It was simple, fresh, and so satisfying. - Mains: We shared the cinghiale (wild boar pasta) from the regular menu and the bottarga special. Both were rich, flavourful, and filling. - Dessert: It was hard to choose just one, so we split the tronchetto and the pistachio cake--neither cake was too sweet and both were delicious. We got there on the early side so it wasn't busy at first, but the place steadily filled up. However, even at its busiest, it never got too loud inside and it was still easy to hold a conversation. It's a cozy spot, with friendly and welcoming service, and you can get a fun peek into the kitchen too. If you plan to come at a busy time, consider making a reservation in advance. Overall, I was really happy with my experience here from start to finish and I look forward to coming back soon! read more

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Food was fantastic. Very charming location and owner. Had a wonderful evening with interesting Italian dishes for a reasonable cost.

Maybe it was an off day for them but we disliked our meal. We actually stopped by this place on accident because the restaurant we wanted to go to was closed. My pasta dish was chewy. Not cooked properly and the dessert was horrible. They dorn have fresh lemonade. It's the San pellegrino from a can that they charge a lot for. My coworker had dessert too and a glass of wine and just was complaining about the panna cottage having no flavor. Our waiter may be the owner. He is super friendly with the regulars, but kind of cold with us. Didn't offer us a box, not that we would want one because it wasn't good. Had to chase him down for the check, and the water was lukewarm. Won't be back. read more

Corks - Wine Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

This place was horrible! The restaurant smelled like chemicals the minute we walked in. The place is very small and was empty. Service was uninviting. No suggestions, the waiter acted like he couldn't be bothered, and the food was awful. The pastas tasted strange strange. Small 'kitchen' area. One guy cooking and things took forever to come out even though we were the only ones there. Never again. read more

Worst dining experience I've ever had. I waited 20 minutes just to get a menu and water, then another 30 minutes trying to flag down the only waiter, while four tables that arrived after us were greeted, ordered, and served. We were even moved from an outside table to one inside, so I thought we would order soon, but we continued to be completely ignored. I initially gave them the benefit of the doubt that it was just busy, but the way we were treated while others were served made it seem intentional. After nearly an hour with no service, we gave up and left. I've never felt more disrespected and upset. read more

I really wanted to like this place because of the raving reviews, but my pasta was really overcooked and tasted like a microwavable pasta. I got the amatriciana and would highly not recommend. The service was very backed up as well and I had to ask to order, get the check (twice). I could've looked past the service, but the food was disappointing for $24 with a small portion. read more

Corks - Amtriciana - Wine Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

I loved the cozy ambiance of the space and welcoming service. My favorite dish is the Prosciutto e Vodka. The lasagna was also great.

I went to Corks for my bday and the homemade pasta was so delicious. my husband had the gnocchi and was so fluffy and saucy definitely will go there again. The waiter also was so sweet and kind and definitely say thanks to the cook! read more

Waited far too long for food that ended up being disappointing and mediocre. Pasta was bland and nothing special

I've only been to Italy once and I've been thinking about how godlike the food is ever since. And eating here, literally, flooded my brain of memories that I've been chasing for. The food is very rich in authenticity and crafted with such care. I recommend the fried zucchini antipasta (appetizer). So good, and it comes with sweet red bell peppers with like cheese inside it. Oh my lanta. Y'all might get triggered about the wait for the food but depending what you want takes time to make. So wait because it's worth it. The vibe at least we went was low key. My wife and I love going to Bella Trattoria, but we now found another Italian spot where the vibe is more calm. It's like a quiet coffee shop vibe where you go to have a nice glass of wine and eat good pasta after a long hard day/week at work. I got the vodka cheese pasta I forgot the name and puttin disrespect on the name but it wen very well with the red wine, I think the Lincongiello. Something like that. Will definitely be back. read more

Corks - Floria di zucca - Wine Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

This is as close as I will get to eating authentic Italian food in Italy someday. Corks will do for now! This is now my go-to spot for a nice glass of wine, yummy al dente pasta, and cozy vibes. Summary for those who dislike long reviews: Food: 10/10 rating *Authentic al dente pasta, yummy fresh appetizers, simple menu Service: 10/10 rating *Kind staff ,the owner seems passionate about Corks and what they serve Ambiance: 8/10 rating *Very small and cozy, tables are small Parking: 3/10 rating *Parking is pretty bad. A mixture of people going out for nightlife and residents back home after work. Favorites to order: Prosciutto e Burrata Prosciutto e Vodka Gorgonzola Glera Prosecco I truly appreciate how simple the menu selection is. Appetizers primarily consist of salads and, a variety of cheeses to taste. There are probably 2 items within the apps that are not salad or cheese boards. The main course is solely pasta. So, if you are wanting to eat something aside from pasta, then Cork's may not be the place for that. I believe they prioritize reservations but do take walk in's. read more

This place feels a little bit like a Twilight Zone. Just something about the service and the menus was a little off. We did get a great table right by the window. We received 2 menus that had about 85% overlap of VERY similar dishes. When we asked about it - the guy wasn't very clear, but kinda said the one menu was a newer version and we could order off the new one - OR the old one (which had a few extra dishes) - That they were kinda working on fixing and creating an even newer menu to include everything. But even so, the entrees on both that kinda sounded the same didn't have the same description (leaving out important facts, like a beet flavored pasta on one for instance). It took a bit to get the real story from the server...just weird, give me one menu with everything offered (and maybe an extra with only specials) We ordered the Cesar salad to split - it came in a bowl, but he gave us TEENY little bread plates to each get out halves on there. WAY too small a plate - it was small for a bread plate. Anyway the salad was okay - a but under-dressed. My man and I each got a pasta, I got the one with the prosciutto and he got the one with the tellegio cheese. We each had bites of each others, and you know what was the best? It was mixing a bite of each together. I tell you this too - the service was S-L-O-W. I didn't mind it one bit, but if you like to "giddy-up" with ordering and being served, this is NOT the place to go. I am happy I tried this place, but prefer a place like Jackson Fillmore for my local neighborhood pasta needs. read more

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The food is delicious and so fresh. I got the gnocchi and the burrata & prosciutto appetizer. The space is very small and intimate; but don't worry, it's not overly hot. It can be a little claustrophobic initially. Our dishes took a long time to get to the table but it is worth the wait. read more

Corks - Gnocchi Al Pesto di Noci e Gorgonzola - Wine Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

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We loved our dinner and wine here. Fair warning--it's pricy. They were generous with their portions, though! The cheese plate in particular was very generous, and the black truffle one was particularly tasty. The filled gnocchi was a particular standout with a walnut and Gorgonzola sauce. Service was great and quick, even though we were sitting outside on a slightly chilly night. Solid parklet for outdoor seating and an adorable interior with an open kitchen. read more

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The best italian fresh pasta in town. you should try it! The restaurant is romantic and so cozy.

I've been meaning to check out Corks for a while and finally got around to going on my birthday this year. It was perfect! The ambiance was lovely and cozy, the pasta was perfect, the wine was delicious. There were candles on the tables and the music wasn't too loud so you could hear each other fine. We ordered the burrata and prosciutto appetizer and would order again. The gnocchi was the star of the night and we will come back just for that. The orecchiette was also really good and I would order again but will probably try some of the other pastas first. And we definitely plan to be back sooner rather than later to try them all! :) read more

Really cute and cozy wine bar/restaurant. Stopped by here a few nights ago when it was pouring outside, and my friend and I were the first two people there for dinner. We were lucky to snag the cozy window nook seats. We ordered the prosciutto and burrata app, tagliatelle al cinghiale and prosciutto e vodka. Everything was delicious, and I think it's the best pasta I've had in the city so far. We also ordered desserts, the panna cotta and tiramisu. The tiramisu was a bit more frozen than expected and the panna cotta had a chocolate syrup instead of the advertised cherry sauce. But I prefer chocolate to cherry anyways, so that was fine with me. Would love to come back on a non rainy day to enjoy more pasta! read more

Great spot for a date night. Dim lighting and delicious Italian food. The stuffed zucchini blossoms are a must!

Cozy atmosphere and delicious food. Met with friendly and warm servers! Polite Check ins with fast service. Nice place to unwind with a friend! read more

Cozy and romantic restaurant with delicious, authentic Italian food! This is a small, intimate spot with candles on the tables. We had the best gnocchi with spinach inside in a gorgonzola sauce, and a fettuccine in a duck rague. Both were perfect! The waiter didn't hover or make us feel rushed. Reasonably priced. Each of our dishes was $25 for dinner and weren't too big nor too small. Highly recommend if you're looking for authentic Italian food in a cozy environment! read more

Authentic Italian cuisine. Giuseppe's establishment offers the best you can hope for this side of the Atlantic. From the Caprese to the Gnocci, each dish is crafted with the freshest ingredients and made with care as if you were family. Excellent wine selection and of course house made desserts. If you've been to Italy this will bring you right back. If you've never been-this is your chance to have the culinary experience that you hear people talk about after having visited. read more

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Really lovely neighborhood spot. The man who owns it is your waiter and another family member is in the kitchen. The limited menu is very consistently good, I especially love the wild boar ragu. The tuna tartare is good as well although some days a little too salty. Short but good wine list. The ambience is what really sets it apart. It is very much Italian not Cal-Italian, so I find it a little less pretentious than some other spots in the neighborhood. I don't usually make a reservation but can pretty much always get seated quickly, he will just let you know if he needs the table for a reservation at a certain time and check if you are comfortable wrapping up before then. The window seats are very cozy. read more

On New Year's Eve: We called at 7:35pm, asked if they had room for a party of two. The owner (or the person who's been waiting tables there for years) said yes. He added :" We close at 9pm. " I said we can be there by 8:15pm. He said that was fine. I asked if he wanted my name and number. He did not. We got there at 8:13pm precisely and he said : "we closed the kitchen. Sorry." Unbelievable. read more

This was a disappointment. I dined here with friends for dinner a couple of years ago. I had previously walked by the wine bar (shortly before COVID) and noticed that it looked like it could be a hidden neighborhood gem. I also looked up reviews and saw positive comments about their wine selection and simple Italian pasta dishes. At the time we visited (Spring '22), the place looked almost closed, but it turned out that it was open for dinner. Perhaps they were still suffering from COVID difficulties. I'm wondering if I should give it another try. All 3 of us were underwhelmed. The wine list was very small and not particularly interesting. The pasta and other dishes seemed amaturely prepared. It was an OK dinner; no one got sick and we were fed. The server (owner?) was friendly. But it felt like home cooking (in a not good way). Price was not high, be that still translates a significant amount of money these days in SF. read more

Its like being back in Italy! My new favorite. The vibe is so low key, and the food is spectacular. Highly recommend..

Went here with my wife and the vodka pasta was amazing! This place is definitely a great date night

What a happy accident! I missed my bus stop and was dropped off next to Corks. I walked by and immediately stopped, saw how cozy it was, and decided to go in for a meal. The prosciutto was freshly sliced and the burrata was so creamy and milky. It was perfect with the few arugula leaves and simple drizzle of olive oil. I also tried the pappardelle with rabbit and prune ragu and it was heavenly - it was earthy, sweet, not too gamey, and very satisfying with a glass of their valpolicella ripasso (juicy, medium acid, dried fruits). Best part was when the corner window opened up, they offered the table to us! Can't wait to come back again with more friends. read more

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Very cute inside and the service was great! All the pasta is made from scratch. The burrata with prosciutto was the best! Great variety of wines to pick from. Service is on point too! read more

Corks - Burrata - Wine Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

Corks should be on your list for a date night or just hen you're in the mood for pasta and tiramisu! Went on a Wednesday night around 7:30pm and were sat right away. I had read on here ahead of time that service is slow so be expecting that. Ordered the burrata appetizer which is a generous portion and the Anatra pasta. But the star of the show is the homemade tiramisu! Not a super strong coffee flavor but really good overall. read more

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Great neighborhood spot! Definitely will go again. The food is delicious, generous portions.

Fabulous. Intimate. Great service. Loved the Gorgonzola gnocchi and Caesar and fried zucchini flower!!!!!

If you are looking for cute place for a datw night this is a place to be. Great food & wine, great ambiance & service. I love their music playlist :)) it definitely bring back the memory when I was visiting Italy. read more

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I don't wanna leave a review because then people will start coming haha but this place is so awesome that I have to the owner is really cool the food is phenomenal and the mood of the place is perfect for romantic date night read more

Quaint little place for happy hour or dinner. My friend and I met up here because I rarely make it out to this part of the city. As the name suggests, we had a few glasses of wine. The sommeliers were professional and helpful. I still remember the excellent customer service as I write this review. We also ordered a cheese board then realized Corks serves some tasty dishes for dinner, like squid ink spaghetti. Or at least that's what the menu made it sound like. Unfortunately we had to make it home to our respective significant others, who were already cooking for us. Oh well, next time. We sat by in the nook by the window. I like settling into tight spaces. Makes catching up (read: gossiping) feel more intimate. Love the romantic vibe of this place, especially with the candlelight. Perhaps I'll take my fiancé to Corks one of these days. He's not a wine drinker, but he appreciates good Italian food. read more

Corks - Cheese Board - Wine Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

Great atmosphere, amazing pasta, lovely owner. Great meal!! Highly recommend! We all had a great time. No alcohol except beer and wine. read more

Corks - Wine Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

I just came here for wine after dinner but I'm definitely going to come back here for food next time because the it's not really good. I just got a glass of red wine which was really delicious. Service was also good. It was a bit chilly today so the server got us a heated which was nice. Stay tune for my next review about the food read more

Corks - Sitting outside - Wine Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Intimate setting, absolutely delicious food. Excellent wine selections. A hidden gem in the neighborhood that should be a go to spot for anyone who loves Italian fare. read more

We found Cork through Yelp and decided to give it a try for our last dinner in San Francisco. Everything about the experience was outstanding! We felt as though we were in the chef's home and amongst friends. The pasta was so fresh and deliciously balanced, I couldn't help but eat every last bite! I am also happy to share that I didn't feel overly full at all! My guess is due to the homemade pasta! Thank you so much for your hospitality We will definitely be back next time we're in town! read more

Corks - Just us very happy with our experience at Cork! Highly recommended!! - Wine Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California