Made reservations online and were happy they were honored as the service, atmosphere, and location near our hotel were perfect! I can't describe how good the pasta was. Ive never been to Italy, but can only imagine it is like this! Our waiter, Charles went above and beyond with impeccable recommendations and who was attentive to my wife's gluten free allergy. Not sure if & when we will visit SF again, but would highly recommend Fino! read more

tldr old school italian tucked in a hotel serving up huge italian menu with friendly staff and large plates friends and i went to celebrate my birthday - it was pretty busy in the restaurant for a tuesday so recommend getting an online reservation ahead of time we ordered a dish each which was plenty. specifically got the pollo alla saltimbocca/marsala chicken dish. It originally came with potatoes but opted for a side of linguine in a butter/white wine sauce and a side of veggies. they are great about providing substitutes. portion size is very large here! the chicken was tender with a good amount of avocado, prosciutto and cheese. pasta was decent with some basil and parm to top and paired well with the chicken. veggies were pretty cold...saving quality was that they were very flavorful. the sauce tasted good but overall the dish felt very greasy - i think the sauce had too much oil so i was only able to finish about half. friends' vodka sauce shrimp pasta had good flavor as well as my other friends ravioli dish was pretty solid. both were also large portions. we ended the night with a chocolate lava cake and it had some nice sugar work holding the ice cream. whipped cream with caramel sauce was also a nice touch and complemented the cake well. i think the cake was a bit too cold by the time it arrived to our table but still tasted great and probably since they needed to light the candle. I appreciated their attention to detail! the cake was pretty big too. service was friendly, very professional, and food came pretty quickly! they also gave a lot of complementary bread so we were stuffed. the interior of the restaurant is very old school and a bit cramped but has a nice neighborhood feel. overall i would be back if i am craving some italian with a big appetite! food 3.75/5 service 4.5/5 ambiance 3.75/5 value 4/5 read more

Fino Ristorante - pollo alla saltimbocca - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Fino was a winner from our first visit 15 years ago. We've always enjoyed some great Italian and seafood dinners here. We try to make it here once a year for an our treating from our favorite waiter, Charles. He now knows us so well, he knows we always start off with Caesar salads with acciughe in olio di oliva (dark anchovies). I must say we were getting a little tired of the same old menu BUT they now have a specials menu. I ordered the Blistecca con Fungai e Pancetta, this was a fantastic steak. My Valentine ordered the Ravioli con Tagliola e Speck, great Alaskan halibut with raviolis. For us, it's worth the 70 mile drive for excellant service and outstanding meals. read more

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I ventured away from my usual concert-night dinner spot, and I'm glad I did. I made a reservation at Fino in advance; however, I chose bar seating upon arrival. The bartender was friendly, and I was greeted by many members of the staff. The food was delicious, high-quality, and portions were substantial. The atmosphere felt warm and personal, like a small family-owned spot where everyone knew each other. read more

If I could give 10 stars, I absolutely would. Fino was exceptional from start to finish. Our server, Charles, was outstanding ~ truly an example of impeccable service. He offered fantastic suggestions from both the menu and the wine list, and every recommendation hit the mark. The ambiance is beautiful and cozy, the kind of place where you immediately relax and know you're in good hands. The food was incredible ~ rich, layered flavors... truly a chef's kiss meal. All four of us left completely thrilled with our experience. Highly, highly recommend. And if you go, ask for Charles. read more

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This is a small Italian restaurant located on the ground floor of the Andrew's hotel in SF. The food is excellent. We had the Fino salad which was fresh and not overdressed. The scallops were perfectly prepared. The minestrone soup was very large and flavorful. The pastas with red sauce were delicious. My daughter found the pesto rice rather bland and under seasoned. The desserts were spectacular and works of art. I highly recommend the chocolate lava cake or the Zabaglione. Both are sensational. They have an excellent children's menu as well. It's best to order their wine instead of the cocktails. Cocktails were not their strong suit. read more

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We decided to try Fino Restaurante, since we were in the area and it's been bookmarked quite some time. It's a fancy restaurant with white table cloth and is connected to the Andrews Hotel. ***OUR PICKS*** GNOCCHI CON SALMONE ~ the gnocchi was mushy and the salmon had no flavor or seasoning. It just tasted like fish. It needed some salt or something. Vegetables did not complement the dish nor did it add any flavor. Quite disappointing when this dish is $44. 2/5 GAMBERI RIGATONI ALLA VODKA ~ another bland pasta dish. It seems the chef forgot to season the food? Unless all customers must season their own dishes with salt and pepper at the table? The sauce lacked depth and seasoning. 2/5 MARGHERITE (PIZZA) ~ average pizza. Crunchy crust, plain tomato sauce and mozzarella with some basil. 3/5 They added a mandate charge to our bill to add insult to injury. I'm truly amazed at the many 5 star reviews. We spent over $100 for underwhelming food. Sadly, we won't be back. read more

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I cannot recommend this place enough!! First off, the service was awesome! The waiter was very attentive and provided good recommendations. My friend and I split a dish and the kitchen made sure to bring it split for the two of us. I very much enjoyed all the food I had as well. The complimentary bread with a balsamic/oil garlic mix was very good. I shared the Ravioli Tre Formaggio with a friend and the portion size was great. The sauce was very warm and soupy. The molten lava cake was the cherry on top. Warm gooey chocolate mixed with vanilla bean option make the best combination. read more

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Charles is probably the best waiter I e ever experienced. Nothing went wrong and he accommodated my family impressively. To the point we couldnt stop praising the restaurant throughout the meal. If you want SF Italian that will hands down knock your socks off dont even think twice. So good. Thank you Sir Charles! read more

Visited a Tuesday evening with a friend and there were a decent amount of tables opened. It's important to note that, the restaurant area is inside a hotel and on the smaller side. We were able to get a table immediately. The service was AMAZING! My friend and I ordered a pizza and a pasta to share, and the server (without any requests) split the pasta in two plates and brought two additional plates for the pizza. Between the pizza and the pasta, I would rank the pizza top. It was very flavorful and perfectly cooked (both the dough and the veggies). The pasta sauce I felt was a bit bland and the actual linguine a bit over cooked. The seafood was cooked well, but again lacked a bit of flavor. The dessert though, was amazing, perfectly sweet! Overall, would revisit the spot and try other plates, mainly because of their great service. Important to keep in mind this restaurant is on the pricier side! read more

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Went here to celebrate my friend's 28th birthday and loved the food. They have ample vegetarian options on the menu (as they can make all the non vegetarian pastas vegetarian) I loved their fettuccine mushroom red sauce pasta (subbed the prosciutto) - It was flavorful, creamy and yummy, the pasta soaked up the sauce very well and quarter-cut mushrooms tasted great. We also ordered the pesto tortellini, which was very mild on pesto, and that felt very light and tasty. I was not a fan of their vegetarian pizza, even after substituting Gorgonzola, but I was super stuffed with the pastas. For appetizers, we got fries (truffle) and bruschetta - which was loaded with artichoke if you're a fan. The servers were super nice and accommodating; although the service was a bit slow, we had a great time. I would suggest making a reservation in advance for bigger groups as they have limited big tables. In the end, we also ordered the chocolate cake and tiramisu and I loved every bit of the chocolate cake served with vanilla bean ice cream. We all devoured it. Definitely recommend trying the pasta here as they can make any pasta vegetarian. read more

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Came here on a Tuesday night with a friend with a reservation. This restaurant can be accessed by entering through the hotel and walking through the lobby. This place is very classy and nice (white tablecloths, elegant bar, etc.), but there did not seem to be a strict dress code. The waiters were very kind and checked in on us often. We shared the Linguini Frutti Di Mare, the Luisa Pizza, and the Chocolate Fino for dessert. I really appreciated how when we mentioned we were going to share the pasta, they served it to us pre-portioned onto two plates. Very considerate. Linguini Frutti Di Mare: 4/5, lots of seafood and the pasta was perfectly al dente. I really loved the mussels especially. Good amount of sauce too without detracting from the seafood flavor. Luisa Pizza: 4/5, very tasty from the tomatoes and mushrooms and very cheesy. The size was perfect for sharing for 2 people. Chocolate Fino: 5/5, delicious fluffy texture with a good chocolate flavor that was not overly sweet. The jam added a nice earnest, and the caramel topping is so pretty. A nice place to have an upscale dinner. A good restaurant to take your parents to! read more

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Absolutely amazing experience at Fino Ristorante. We were lucky to stumble in on a tame Friday night, so we were sat quickly. Charles was very attentive and knowledgeable about the menu. I ordered the Gamberi con Rigatoni alla Vodka and my friend ordered the Capesante Arrabiata. Both dishes were absolutely dashing. They make all their pasta in house and the taste reflects it. I recommend this restaurant if you are looking for a tasty Italian spot in San Francisco! read more

Fino Ristorante - Gamberi con Rigatoni alla Vodka - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

The staff is very friendly and welcoming. The restaurant has a warm feeling about it. Ambience is nice I was disappointed with the food. I had Caesar salad and their chicken Parmesan. The food really lacks flavor. Good, not great. I was expecting more. read more

Fino Ristorante - Caesar salad - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

This was our second visit to Fino. The food was delicious. The staff was incredible and brought our kids food out early as they were starving. I would absolutly retun to Fino. read more

Cozy restaurant with piping hot pasta and chilled salads. Called ahead on a Sunday night and was able to get a seat within 30 minutes. The service was good given how busy they are with a full restaurant. Very cozy interior. We ordered the sourdough bread and arugula salad to start. The olive dip that the bread came with was great - very flavorful. The arugula salad was good but nothing special. We ordered the gancheri rigatoni vodka which was also very good but lacked a little bit of flavor for me. The fettuccine with prosciutto and funghi was awesome but was very salty - ended up basically mixing the two pastas to get a happy medium. Overall, a great dining experience. read more

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Cyndi and I ate our 1st SF meal at FINO. The waiters and Manager treated us like Royalty! I am 100% Italian the food is seasoned perfect. The wine and cocktails are amazing. The bar is the correct size for the romantic Ristorante. We invited family, Business associates and friends to dine with us at FINO. Some of the low reviews are incorrect. Please dine at Fino,it's wonderful! We have since relocated to Nashville we miss FINO very much! Ron N read more

While in town for business, I decided to "hunt" for an Italian restaurant that makes their own gluten free pasta. I found one, and the pasta was incredible. I ordered the Capesante with the fresh spinach fettuccine, and it was honestly one of the best gluten free pasta dishes I have ever had. The scallops were perfectly cooked, and the pasta itself tasted like real, homemade pasta, not the usual GF texture. The atmosphere was upscale and polished, yet still comfortable and refined. The decor was tasteful, the music was nice, and it felt like the kind of place that would make a great date spot. I also had excellent service. My server, José, took great care of me and made the experience even better. I got their seasonal mocktail called Spice Spice Baby, which was super flavorful and not overly sweet. For dessert, I tried the Chocolate Fino, a house specialty, which is a decadent chocolate mousse, and it was delicious, rich, smooth, and the perfect way to end the meal. If you are gluten free or just want amazing Italian food in general, this place is definitely worth going to. read more

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Every visit is incredible! They already had the best gluten-free pasta, and somehow they continue to make it even better each time. I travel often and have celiac disease, so finding truly exceptional gluten-free food isn't easy--this is by far the best homemade gluten-free pasta I've ever had. A special shoutout to the bartenders for always making my experience memorable and to the professional, respectful wait staff who consistently go above and beyond. And to the chefs at Fino--absolute rockstars. I see the way you work in perfect unison to create such a delicious, high-quality dish. It's impressive and so appreciated. Thank you to everyone at Fino. Chef's kiss--truly outstanding! read more

We got the Ravioli Tre Formaggio and it was the perfect comfort italian food. The sauce was really good, perfectly pink:) The chocolate lava cake could've been more gooey. Good spot for date night and the service was quick read more

Fino Ristorante - Ravioli Tre Formaggio - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Lovely dinner date here. Our server was hilarious - Jose M. Laven-Drop - 3.5 stars. Pretty tasty cocktail. Carpaccio - 3.5 stars. Ravioli con Capesante e Gamberi - 4 stars, the scallop was perfection. Salmon - 4 stars, really nicely done. Tiramisu & Lava cake - 4 stars. read more

Great drinks! Great sea bass. And our server was super friendly, loved the interior and ambiance!

Our favorite place to eat in San Francisco!!! Charles is out favorite waiter!!! Great service, great food and great ambiance!!! Best Putanesca in the Bay!!! read more

The service was amazing. The food was absolutely delicious. Every bite was mouth watering delicious. I love that they had a gluten free pasta so I could enjoy the scallops!!! I will be back. read more

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Fino's Italian Restaurant- A San Francisco institution. We have been dining at Fino's for over 30 years, and truly remain an institution in San Francisco. They consistently deliver the best Italian food in the city, paired with exceptional service that makes every visit memorable! A special mention goes to Charles-both manager and waiter who has been there all these years. His dedication and hospitality are unmatched, and he's a big part of what makes Fino's feel like home. If you looking for authentic Italian cuisine and top-notch service, Fino's should be your first choice. It's more than a restaurant, it's a tradition and make sure ask for Charles to be your server. read more

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Incredible food and service! Love coming here. :) The atmosphere is so cozy and quaint. Be sure to make reservations well in advance. 1000% worth it read more

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My complaint is not about their food but one blunder that ruined our visit. It was an establishment my spouse wanted to go back to for his big birthday because our first visit 3 days before was great. I canceled Morton's and used their reservation system Toast to book the dinner, with information it was for his milestone birthday. Unfortunately our server at the first visit Jose was not in, and he was great. I realized now from the other reviews that this is true. So we had Alex instead. Not the friendliest person at first. Sometime during ordering dinner I made a hint about the fact that it was his birthday. When dinner was over the dessert he ordered didn't have a candle. I expressed my discontent and disappointment because by this time it was too late. So for photo op, we had to call him back and ask for one which was embarrassing. He said he didn't know because only the manager will know if it's noted in online RSVP and he didn't tell him. I reminded him that I also gave him a hint during dinner earlier that it was my spouse's birthday. He did apologize later but he made NO effort to make it better, not even taking his dessert off the bill. We didn't say anything more. They may have hundreds of birthdays a month for their patrons so this is just another one for them or for the servers, but every one is important for the guests and it should be a big deal. And we chose the restaurant over Morton's while visiting from Southern California for his big birthday. I may or may not give them another chance when we return to SF. read more

First time and wish we found it sooner. I had the shrimp and scallop linguine with spinach, my husband had the chicken parm. The place is small yet lively and tables are all full. We loved every minute! read more

Fino Ristorante - Great espresso martini - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

Sat at the bar for dinner during a business trip. Had a fantastic fettuccine dinner that was blown away by the molten chocolate torte dessert. Simply fantastic. The bartender was chatty and super helpful while running a busy bar service and supporting a lot of servers - she was impressive! Fun and warm atmosphere where I felt comfortable and happy for my entire meal. read more

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After so many years I have to write this review . This spot is a gem . That's where the real best Irish coffee is at . Just make sure get ask for Americano version of it and extra weeped cream(it's homemade) if you're lucky they will just give you a spoon and a whole cup of it lol . Amazing classic desserts and season cheesecake ... Just an amazing vibe that only Fino has with great people who work there read more

Fino Ristorante - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

Food, excellent Service, amazing Ambiance, the perfect Italian bistro vibe. While visiting San Francisco to celebrate our anniversary we switched up our Italian restaurant selection from a previous visit and enjoyed the most wonderful dining experience at Fino. Everything about the meal was spot on. The pre meal beverage recommendation, and antipasto were both excellent. The ravioli with three cheeses was excellent and I want a big bowl of that sauce as soup with my next grilled cheese sandwich. My husband had the pasta carbonara and all reports were that is was one of the best he has had. The creme brulee was the perfect crust/creamy balance and our server, Alma, completed the perfect evening. If you are in San Francisco and anywhere near Union Square, make a reservation and treat yourself. read more

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Delicious place for a meal, especially if you're on your way to the Curran Theater for a show! The food was very good, in particular the Gamberi con Rigatoni alla Vodka and the Piccata di Pollo al Limone. My sister had the Carbonara and I would say the dish was just fine. The service was quick and it's a very cute place! They do fill up quickly so highly recommend calling ahead for a reservation. read more

Fino Ristorante - Gamberi con Rigatoni alla Vodka - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

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This place was pretty good, we went for my boyfriend's birthday and he said he liked it too. Our server, Jose was very nice and was really quick with refills and appetizers and just checking on us over all. I forgot what my dish was called but it had Rapini, like a type of broccoli and i wasn't a fan of whatever sauce was on it but it came with pasta and that was pretty good. My boyfriend got the salmon and fingerling potatoes and he liked that as well, over all I do recommend just know its pricey. read more

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Highly recommend this excellent place. I sat at the bar as the place was full and no empty tables. I ordered the mussels in wine to start and the flavor was delicious. I got the ravioli in a tomato cream sauce that was phenomenal. I finished it off with the chocolate lava cake that came with ice cream and home made whipped cream. Amazing! Cute small place, vibe was correct. read more

Food: 4/5 Service: 4/5 Price: 4/5 Atmosphere: 4/5 TL;DR: It's a nice and cozy Italian restaurant that I'll def be coming back to. It's located inside the Andrews Hotel but there's also an entrance in the back alley where there is some parking. The inside is a little small but the tables are far enough apart where you don't feel cramped and it feels more intimate. The service is great & the staff is really nice. My family was visited so we decided to give Fino a try & at the end of the dinner, they kept telling us to take them back the next time they visit. Calamari Fritto (*5/5*): this was sooo good; really light & crispy batter that's seasoned well, and it came with warm marinara sauce -- can't go wrong with this one Cozze o Vongole (*5/5*): really rich & kind of creamy sauce that went really well with the few pieces of toasted bread it came with. the mussels & clam were delicious as well Carparccio di Manzo (*3/5*): I wasn't a big fan of this; the meat was really good but it was kind of bland and lacking Gamberi con Rigatoni alla Vodka (*4/5*): this was delicious -- the sauce is so good, rich & creamy, and def one of the better vodka pastas we've had; just wish that the portion was a little bigger Linguine con Cozze o Vongole (*3.5/5*): I was quite excited for this since the appetizer was delicious but the sauce wasn't quite the same. The sauce tasted a little more watered down and less rich & flavorful (maybe because this is a pasta & not just the seafood) Linguine Frutti de Mare (*3/5*): least favorite dish of the night; the pasta was cooked really well, love how they gave us big pieces of shrimp & scallop; but there was too much bell pepper in the dish which watered down the sauce -- so the sauce was kind of bland and it had a strong bell pepper taste to it Dessert (*4/5*): all the desserts here are delicious read more

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Small restaurant with good food and amazing drinks with creative names. Bartender was super attentive and food was delivered in a timely manner despite haunt a full house. read more

Fino Ristorante - Chocolate lava cake - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I'm leaving this review because our server, Charles, made our experience top-notch. I'm thankful for the scallop dish he recommended and for retrieving me from the lobby when I got lost looking for the restroom! The food was exceptionally delicious and fresh, and combined with the attentive hospitality, our dining experience was perfect. read more

I loved this restaurant! The food was spectacular with lots of options. The drinks were very good, the food was very fresh and flavorful, and the staff was extremely kind. Cute & cozy ambiance too! We were able to come here without a reservation and had the best experience. I would definitely come back. read more

Amazing place! Gorgeous romantic atmosphere, our server Jose was right on it and jovial. Very kind! The bartender made me the Best Old Fashioned I ever had, seriously! The meal was incredible. We had the specials of the night, a scallop ravioli dish and the halibut risotto. Out of this world, yum! The mussels were plentiful and delicious, a lovely salad and prefect sour dough. You will love everything about this lovely restaurant. read more

Delicious food, great cocktails, classic atmosphere. I love that there is a daily gluten free pasta option. One of our go-tos in the area. It is tiny so reservations are worth the effort. read more