5 stars waaaaayy up high! My favorite Italian place in Pacifica (outside of the pizza joints…read moreLuigi's & Viva Italiano's). I mostly come here for the espresso & to practice Italian with one of the cashiers who is a native speaker. They throw on a basketball game and sometimes if it's super slow, the staff will come out from the back to watch. The setting is pretty small, four or five tables indoor seating only w/ ethnically Italian artwork strung along the walls w/ a REALLY nice interior paint job. I've enjoyed their panini sandwiches & some pasta dish (can't recall the name). Have yet to be disappointed by Buona Italia Caffe! It seems like they also take reservations for larger parties, I've came in a few times where three or four of the tables are strung together for family dinners. The business appears to be family owned & operated. Keep up the awesome work & thank you for being a centerpiece of Pacifica culture. Ya'll are the cat's pajamas! LOL

Stopped in here for dinner on our stay here in Pacifica. We were excited to see this eatery had 4.8…read morestars The place was small inside but has a nice ambiance that makes it fill intimate! The gentleman that took our order was very polite and helpful. We ordered: 1. Clam linguine- small portion for the price, and lacked flavor. It tasted more like butter noodles with a side of clams (this was Mentioned by other yelpers). 2. Chicken Parmigiano- it was edible but it was drenched in a marina sauce that tasted like tomato sauce. There wasn't much season or salt. Normally the sauce serves as a compliment to the chicken cutlet. The chicken was drowned in the sauce to the point it became soggy. The green beans that were served with it were actually cooked perfectly. 3. Homemade gnocchi- another dish that was drowned in tomato sauce which caused the gnocchi to be overcooked. We were really wanting to enjoy this place. And for the first time all of the low star reviews were spot on about this restaurant.

Table for 8 today to celebrate Mother's Day. It was full house today. As usual we ordered our…read morefavorite pastas and pizza, mixed veggies side orders, hot chocolate and coffee. The service was good, they did their best to serve us back and forward. The portions were big and good for share to each other.

I just found a good Italian restaurant that I could go to now. Easy to find street parking. About…read more10 mins away from home. We ordered to share: Fried Calamari, and Garlic Bread. Yummy. Perfect. We each ordered: Beef Lasagna, Linguine with Clams red sauce and Linguine scampi. I must say, their portions is pretty decent and the food was good. We even had left overs. And the service was awesome. I will definitely come back.

Over the recent years, Bolare Trattoria & Pizzeria has become one of our regular spots for Italian…read morecuisine. Located at the Fairmont Shopping Center in Pacifica, Bolare is conveniently located in the same complex that is home to establishments that we frequent. After grocery shopping at Safeway or vet appointments at Banfield, dropping by here to pick up dinner is a smart choice. The casual restaurant, with yellow-painted walls and hardwood floors, invites guests to a warm and cozy atmosphere. Their main dining room can accommodate about sixty persons which includes seats at the bar. They also have a private room that can seat about ten people for an intimate party. The venue has always been clean and tidy during all of my visits. Bolare boasts an impressively extensive menu offering authentic Italian cuisine with plates worthy of exploring from ANTIPASTI to ZUPPA & INSALATA, ENTREES, PASTA, PIZZA, to DESSERTS. Generous portion sizes served here at reasonable prices and the food is well-prepared and crafted with care. Must-Try Dishes: FATTORIA SALAD - Yum, they don't skimp out on the gorgonzola cheese nor the candied walnuts and the slightly grilled pear slices are substantial in size. CAESAR SALAD - The chopped romaine lettuce leaves are packed with shredded parmesan cheese, toasty croutons, and a few kalamata olives. EGGPLANT PARMESAN - Served with a side of pasta, this tasty dish is the ultimate Italian comfort food. TORTOLLINI DE LA CASA - V likes to omit the mushrooms and add Fulton Valley free-range chicken breast to this beautiful mix of colored cheese-stuffed tortellini. According to him, it tastes as good as it looks. POLLO MARSALA - This is my go-to dish, tender chicken breast cooked to perfection in a savoury mushroom sauce. With pleasure, Bolare has allowed me to substitute the potatoes with fettuccine in pink aurora sauce or with gorgonzola sauce, guaranteeing a delectable meal. FETTUCCINE POLLO - This seems to be Z's regular order. The noodles are cooked to perfection, the chicken is tender and moist, and the alfredo sauce is always deliciously rich. BOLARE PIZZA - A meat lover's choice with perfectly charred crust. FARMER'S MARKET PIZZA - This vegetarian Mediterranean-style pie is vibrant in presentation and loaded with toppings. LIMONCELLO CAKE - If you are a fan of the traditional Italian lemon-flavoured liqueur, this delightful dessert is for you! We have yet to stay and dine in at Bolare, but the friendly, hospitable service and commitment to customer satisfaction have been evident through their engaging conversations as well as their willingness to customize items. During my first visit, while I sat at the bar, waiting for my take-out order, Ricky served a cold glass of water to me. Bolare Trattoria & Pizzeria is definitely a local gem.

First time coming to this location and I was in the area. I was definitely craving Italian food and…read morejust looking for Italian food around Daly city and in San Bruno area is very light. The staff were very nice and welcoming. I ordered slices of pizza and lasagna. Hands-down, the lasagna is very delicious. I will definitely come back!

Went here for my birthday dinner back in November and had such a great experience. I'd always…read morewanted to try Moonraker since I visit Rockaway Beach in Pacifica pretty often, and with its location right in the center of everything and those amazing ocean views, it always stood out. One thing I really loved was how easy it was to make a reservation online. Being able to choose your exact table and preview the view ahead of time was such a cool feature and made it easy to pick the perfect spot for a special dinner. The service was amazing from start to finish. We started with the smoked salmon appetizer with grilled baguette, mascarpone, onion, and capers, which was delicious. For my entrée, I had the Dungeness crab cakes with fall vegetables, mashed potatoes, marinated fennel, petite frisée, and caper aioli, and it was incredible. My partner got the lobster mac & cheese, which was rich, flavorful, and definitely did not disappoint. Between the great food, drinks, attentive service, and unbeatable view, it made for such a memorable birthday dinner. I'll definitely be coming back.

Celebrated Mother's Day at Moonraker and the highlight of the experience was definitely the…read moreambiance and breathtaking ocean view. The scenery alone makes the wait for the food enjoyable and relaxing. We started with the clam chowder and calamari for appetizers. The calamari was a bit small for the price, but the chowder was enjoyable. For our entrees, we ordered the Pappardelle Bolognese, Grilled Salmon Pinwheel, Dungeness Crab Cioppino, and Mussels-Frites. The dishes were decent overall, though nothing particularly stood out for us. Unfortunately, the Mussels-Frites, listed as one of the Chef's Specialties was overly salty, which was a bit disappointing since we had high expectations for it. Overall, it seems like many people come here mainly for the beautiful coastal view and relaxing atmosphere rather than the food itself. As for us, it was nice to experience once, but probably not a spot we'd return to.

When it is not raining, check out the patio with its new decor! Such a relaxing place to have a…read moreglass of wine, beer on tap or in a bottle and many non alcoholic drink options! Check out the small plates of yummy food offerings made by 4 amazing cooks in the kitchen !!! And check out the Live Jazz every Sunday from 4 to 6. !!!

A friend of mine and I went last week and I had to post a review about how excellent our experience…read morewas. Our hostess and waitress Christine was amazing. We were greeted with warmth and grace when we walked in and were taken care of the entire time. She always seemed to know when to check in with us without interrupting the flow of the conversation. The wine and food were great. I had the tomato soup and the rose while my friend had the cheese, jam and crackers and a pinot noir (I think but I'm not 100% sure about her wine selection). It was a quiet, wonderful evening with great ambiance and a relaxed atmosphere. There were some beautiful moon paintings on the wall done by a local artist who happened to be there tonight. I took her contact information as I was really impressed with her work. The service of the staff, particularly Christine, really made our night. Thank you for a wonderful evening.

A seafood, brunch restaurant right along the coast with its own private parking? Lounge area, dance…read morefloor, bar seating, booth seating, tables, full on entrees, breakfast, and lots of options? Sign me up! I got your most basic sausage and cheddar omelette and it did not disappoint! Ample cheese, ample sausage! Toast was great, but very buttery, so beware if you don't eat butter. Friends wanted to sub their sides for biscuits and gravy, and server said she would ask. Any alterations we wanted (extra hollandaise sauce, no bell peppers, etc.) we asked for, our server was kind and showed no annoyance at all, which was greatly appreciated. Coffees are great, drinks are great, and pricing is decent. Went in on a Sunday, got seated in the lounge immediately for a group of 5. I'll be back here for sure if I'm ever in the area!

We went to this place very soon after a 4 mile hike very close to the restaurant and my partner…read morewanted sea food specifically and being hungry motivating us both. We waked into a large dark wood ala refurbished 1970s interior restaurant with plenty of half circle booths, large tables for groups and bar and dace floor that seems to be available for live music. We came on what looked like and felt like a locals regular night full of families and well dressed seniors. I hate being seated by a busser station or kitchen listening to the noise or the staff thinking they can talk crap about customers because they are stacking dishes or running a credit card but that is exactly what happened. Being hangery (hungry-angry) makes us change our dining standards. This being said we had to listen to the young staff's complaining. My partner ordered and received a large seafood salad and I ordered fish and chips. My food tasted like a large refrigerator Orida fish patty that was fried and large slices of potatoes that came out of the same oil. Being from the San Francisco bay area I compare all my sea food to that and have to say that I was greatly disappointed with the lack of taste even though I see that it was "handmade beer batter" dish. Unfortunately, I dont have too many positive things to say about this place except it is a good place to cure hugry.

Excellent wine recommended by Courtney and Katie, wish I had purchased more bottles !!read more

I try to support local businesses as much as possible. In doing so, I've tried three times before I…read morewas able to check out Table Wine. The first two times I stopped by, they were closed for a private event, which wasn't posted on their website or anywhere else I checked on those two separate occasions. I was finally able to make it in one evening. I had a similar experience as others noted in their Yelp reviews. The two people behind the counter weren't super friendly and gave a standoffish kind of vibe. They were chatting it up with some presumably regulars but pretty much ignoring customers like me. I ordered a glass of wine and seated myself at an empty table. The interior is cute and intimate. I really like the set-up and can see myself coming here for a glass and some alone time every now and then, but the service really needs to improve for me to make this a regular place I hangout at.

It's going to be the end of a 30 year era…read more Came back again to try their crab sandwich and I can't express how much I'm hoing to miss their crab sandwich on sourdough. I thoroughly believe their crab sandwich is better than Fisherman's Wharf and better than New England Lobster company in Burlingame. And cheaper too. They're closing soon, as in shutting their doors, so run here to try their crab sandwich before they do. They only have a certain number a day, not sure how many, but people have been buying them so they keep running out. It's real crab folks. Not fillers. Not junk. It's amazing and good with their salad. Gosh, just thinking about their crab sandwich is reminding me to grab a couple more while I can.

It is with sadness that I write this update…read more My visit there this past weekend was without a doubt the most depressing restaurant experience of all my many years of dining out. It's always been a dated space, but it has crossed over into musty and dirty. It didn't help that the place was also deserted. I felt like I was in a movie scene where the protagonist wanders into a deserted roadside cafe to order coffee and a sandwich from a rough-talking waitress and the only sound in the otherwise empty restaurant is the incessant droning of a ballgame from the ancient TV (hmm...that's kind of almost exactly what happened). This was mid-day on a Sunday when it used to be a hopping time for them. Granted, it was between Christmas and New Year's, but I suspect another part of it is that they no longer serve breakfast. Their breakfasts were hearty and delicious and a big weekend draw; sadly, the breakfast chef (I think he may have been one of the owners or the father of the current owner) passed away two years ago and breakfast was taken off the menu. I gave two stars because my sandwich and fries were still good, but I highly doubt I'll be back, ever. There doesn't seem to be any effort at all to create an inviting or even clean atmosphere. I remember being surrounded by other diners and hearing the happy chatter of families celebrating birthdays. Is it different at dinnertime? Possibly, but I just can't see how.

We went here to have dinner while waiting to pick up a family member from San Francisco Airport…read more This place is about 10 minutes away which made it an easy drive. The restaurant has a full bar and dining area. The place has the feel of a family Italian restaurant. It is quaint and comfortable. We both ordered the calamari steak which came with both soup and salad included. The soup was a minestrone - 9/10 - which was delicious, hearty, and felt like it was simmering all day. I think I could've easily just eaten the soup and salad and would have been very happy. The house salad - 8/10 - had a wonderful homemade Italian dressing. This was the best house salad I have ever had. Calamari steak - 7/10 - this was cooked very nicely and was piled high with garlic. The garlic wasn't overpowering at all and mixed well with the tartar sauce. The mash potatoes - 8.5/10 - were amazing and creamy. The menu had a wide variety of dishes. Given how good everything we had was, I would guess everything on the menu is likely just as good. Last but not least our server Audrey was great. She was attentive, pleasant, always there when we needed something, but never there too much. Audrey made the whole experience just that much better. I would highly recommend.

"Uggh he could've at least asked for permission to use the bathroom" says the bartender and the…read morecustomers who apparently require someone to state they need to empty their bladder or bowels so they can give their sign of approval. Do you happen to also wipe or hold dongles after you give permission? I was sort of hoping to get a beer but after that welcome I sort of regret not asking the bartender to hold my dongle.

Stopped by to grab sandwiches before a beach day around 10 AM on a Friday. The deli wasn't busy at…read moreall so there was no wait, which was nice. Good music was playing too, which I always appreciate. Ordered on the kiosk but the lady behind the counter was very kind! I got a steak sandwich (I had a hard time choosing what to get) but I didn't regret it at all. Even though I didn't eat my sandwich until 30-40 minutes after ordering, everything was still super warm. The cheese was perfectly melted, the bread was still crispy, and the steak was still juicy. Honestly it was a great sandwich. I think it could've used a bit more salt and maybe an addition of something tangy or acidic, but it was filling and delicious regardless. I do think the price point was a little bit high, but the sandwich was pretty good and high quality. I would come back again if I was in the area!

Visited Colombo's after it being recommended by many in Pacifica. Upon entering, it was a welcoming…read moreenvironment and it's pretty spacious. I was overwhelmed at first with all of the menu options but the worker at the register helped me choose a proper sandwich which I appreciated. I ended up ordering a grilled chicken sandwich. I decided against adding on a drink and chips after seeing the price. 1 sandwich came out to being $20. I was expecting a huge portion or a sandwich with lots of fillings. What I received was pretty basic. It was a basic grilled chicken sandwich. Overall, it was a good sandwich. The bread and ingredients tasted fresh but it was nothing to justify a $20 sandwich in my opinion. I could receive a similar portion from Safeway next door for half the price. If you are in the area and don't mind a steep price to support a local business, check them out. I'm confident you will walk away with a good sandwich. For me, I will stick to buying my deli sandwiches elsewhere.