I love the lightness of Montesacro's pinsa, a Roman-era pizza with a different flour that actually includes soy, wheat and rice. It's only like pizza in terms of the topping because this crust is so crispy and light. Everything I've had here has been very good. I rely on the really cool waitress there to make recommendations. Last night, the beet salad was a great suggestion for a starter. She also hooked me up with the right red wine for our order, the Etna Rosa, a flavorful but light Sicilian. The Tor Marancia pinsa with soppressata was delicious and the right size to share for two. The owner, Gianluca, is a highly-respected musician who has curated a whimsical decor filled with curiosities and antiques in every corner, including the bathroom. I can see why the number of locations is multiplying with the food and the vibes being so universal. Good for lunch or a pre-show meal if you're going to the Golden Gate Theater. The neighborhood is a little gritty, but I often get lucky and find parking at the other end of the block by 7th street. It's not all bad. Just watch your step, literally and figuratively, and you'll be OK. It's well worth it for the fab food and service. read more

One of my favorite restaurants to visit while in SF. The service is quick and friendly. I felt transformed to a time when things were more communal. The ambiance is an artistic display of old world remembrance. It feels like an old bakery and dining location. The pizza was amazing. Sauce and fresh dough gives a foundation so tasty. I let the meal soak in my mouth for extended enjoyment. Highly recommend. read more

Montesacro SOMA - Pizza love! - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Fun atmosphere. Love all the antiques. Most of the chairs are very uncomfortable to sit in though. Their metal chairs feel like torture devices. Good service. Food is solid but doesn't stand out. They use good quality ingredients. But flavors are at best muted, at worst bland. The pizza cheese and sauce while good in quality, has very little flavor. I don't know if they need more seasoning, salt, or something else but something is missing. Overall pretty solid without being good. Okay for a quick lunch. But would be disappointing as a nice dinner. read more

Authentic Italian pizzeria with a curated list of only Italian wines. Thoughtful upcycling design that gives a bit of nostalgia into the past, like the sewing machine table we sat at. It gets busy around 6:30 pm. We had reservations for 5:45 pm and our table was ready. Great staff as well with full knowledge of the menu and wines. read more

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Staff is super accommodating for last minute requests. Very friendly service and hot fresh food. read more

Montesacro SOMA - Sparkling wine - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Tried out this place for the first time while meeting up with a group. Getting here was a breeze up until I got to Stevenson St., as a few Waymo cars were stalled at the light in front of me and made me twenty min late to dinner! It would be wise to avoid this route for this reason. Once you finally make it inside, the place is just lovely! The service is great and the food is spectacular! We were waited on by the beautiful Susanna and she brought out our food in a prompt and timely manner. I got the blood orange sparkling and it was very thirst-quenching. As a vegetarian, I also got the torpignattara pinsa, which had mashed potatoes, basil pesto, roasted almonds, and cheese. I think my favorite part was the crust, so good! They make it in a brick oven, so it's just perfect. The portion was pretty huge for an individual size and two people can easily share if you're not too hungry. I also really loved the hot chili oil with my pinsa. I bought a bottle to take home :) Highly recommend if you're in the mood for cozy Roman-style cuisine. read more

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If you're looking for that truly authentic Italian feel and food. Look no further than Montessori SOMA. The menu was crafted into an experience, the service impeccable, the feel felt as if I had traveled back to Italy with a true European restaurant decor. Don't miss out on this gem. read more

Montesacro SOMA - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I was impressed with the quality of ingredients, flavor combinations, and taste of the crust! We enjoyed both a sausage broccolini pizza (5/5 stars, I especially enjoyed the cold cheese) and a red sauce pizza with spicy sausage (5/5 stars for my partner, just 4.5/5 stars for myself). The decor is somewhere between industrial and steampunk (not my favorite but not a problem for me) and service was fast and accommodating - they let us order when we sat and food came out quickly at 6:15pm on a weeknight. We'll be back when we're in the neighborhood again! read more

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Montesacro provided a unique and memorable ambience that was also reflected in the food. The vintage decor was delightful, and enhanced the food. I ordered a Pinsa (Roman style pizza), Grottaferrata, which was clearly marked as vegan! Huge props to Montesacro for clearly marking vegan options as an upscale Italian restaurant! I should preface by saying don't come in here expecting your run of the mill pizza, the Pinsas are oval shaped, and you cut your own slices. Additionally, there was no vegan cheese, it seems that the Pinsa is naturally dairy free and the main flavor profile is from the Calabrian Chili (this spice was actually no joke, you've been warned!) and Cremini mushrooms. Overall I would recommend this spot for a specific subset of folks who would enjoy an elevated and unique Italian food experience. The staff was very helpful and knowledgeable around vegan options, and they have a single private bathroom in the back center of the restaurant that was quite clean and also well decorated. read more

Montesacro SOMA - Grottaferrata - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Middle of the city, is a hidden oasis of beautiful Roman style pinsa (pizza) crispy and crunchy crust rectangular. Enter the doors and immediately you transported too a restaurant in Rome. Music fills the well decorated dim lit restaurant Friendly pizza maker and good server read more

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Really cute place that is super homey and great for a friend hang out or date! Service was really prompt and nice though I couldn't really understand her heavy accent For food, we got the brussels sprouts/kale which was delicious, and the butternut squash, which was pretty good. Pinta wise my friend got the Margaret, which was good and I got the vegetarian with mushrooms, which ended up being kind of bland. The bread was crisp and yummy, but I think the mushrooms just were on the season and brought too much moisture to the pizza. We also got a wine and a blood orange soda Overall, would definitely come back again in the future! But probably get a different pizza! read more

Wow! My first time trying roman Pinsa, and its just wonderful! This place honestly beat some of the pizza i tried in Italy, so you know they know whats up!!! Hands down the freshest tomato sauce i have ever tried. The quadraro was so good! All the topping melt together to make this wonderful harmonious bite. The fennel pannacotta was amazing! Just the right amount of fennel and sweetness. Very cute ambiance as well, what a hidden gem! read more

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Oh my. This is probably some of the best pizza that I've ever had. Truly. Stopped by Montesacro SOMA while in the city on the recommendation of a colleague. The walk there was interesting, but once we arrived, I knew I'd love the place even before trying the food. We ordered a few appetizers and a few pizzas. It was all brought out in a state of perfection. Seriously, I cannot recall having pizza better than this. The staff were very friendly and were kind enough to give us some good recommendations. The place has the old time Italian feel to it. This is truly a gem! read more

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Delicious! They have an interesting selection of pizzas, a cool ambiance, and friendly people.

After a matinee at the Orpheum, our party of 8 started early dinner at Montesacro. We were greeted with warm smiles by staff. We ordered a few appetizers and pinsas. My favorite was the burrata and meatballs The pinsa crusts were perfect for me. I like a lttle burnt side. The place is cozy and with a lot of personality. Really cute. The area not so much. I didn't see any parking nearby. read more

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Stopped in on a Saturday evening before going to a show at the warfield. I knew it might be hard at 6pm on a Saturday to eat somewhere good without a reservation, but we thought we'd test it out. We waited a few minutes but then they were able to seat us at the bar. The environment is cozy and rustic, and the service was friendly. My partner and I each got a glass of wine which were excellent--I got a Pet Nat and my partner got a Pinot Grigio. We weren't sure of portion sizes so we got an appetizer and a pinsa to share between us, but it was a little too much food (we were heading to a performance so we did not want leftovers). The food was fresh and flavorful and felt well-made. Our cauliflower dish had really great toppings, but the cauliflower itself kind of bland. The dish was supposed to be warm, but it landed at our table kind of room temp-cold. We didn't mind too much, but wished the cauliflower itself had been a little better. Our topignatarra pinsa had a wonderful crunchy crust that we loved, the cheese was gooey, the pesto was herby, and it would have been absolutely perfect if there had been more salt on it. I feel a little ridiculous saying that because usually I'm complaining about food being too salty, but this definitely needed some. We added some of the topping from the cauliflower dish to give it a little something extra. I loved everything else about the dish and would absolutely come back to try some of their other options! read more

Montesacro SOMA - Cavolfiori - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

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OMG!!! I just had the MOST incredible meal here. Its so cute and very authentic inside. We had reservations here before our show at the Golden Gate Theater. We ordered a salad and pizza to share. The salad was a shaved Brussel sprouts and kale with pumpkin seeds and lots of fresh Parmigian cheese. This was the best salad I've had. Now on to the pinsa. It had mozzarella cheese, broccolini, spicy chicken sausage, and lots of fresh creamy stracciatella. And damn it was good. It has Tony's beat in my book. I could have eaten it all by myself. We ended the dinner with a yummy pinsa pistachio spread dessert. And it was warm and absolutely delicious. Again I could have eaten it all by myself. We also got some espresso to wash it down with. It was by far the MOST incredible meal I had. Its my new favorite Italian restaurant. I will definitely be back. read more

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Second time eating here. Great food. The definition of a hidden gem. Staff has a lot of character and gives the place a welcoming ambiance. The dishes are both unique and delicious. read more

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cool ambience, food was good but nothing super notable. except the bread. the bread and oil was great! staff was hard to track down, but it was a friday night. read more

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Food was amazing. They make Roman Style Pizza. Customer service was excellent. The pinsa crust is well made. Light, airy, crispy, and moist. I had the Montesacro Pinsa and Maranella Pinsa. Both were excellent. Reservations are recommended. The location of the restaurant is not too good. But once you step in, you forget you are eating near 6th and Market. read more

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A very interesting pizza spot! Came here for dinner on a whim, and was treated to what I can only deserve as a very rustic yet whimsical ambience. Interesting decor in a dim room with a very industrial feel, yet all charming. The service was good with friendly servers. The pizza was decent. A number of options with interesting toppings, overall tasty but nothing spectacular. The crust was a little less flavorful than I would like, and the sauce didn't bring the brightness that I get from my favorite pizzas. But as a whole the pizzas were balanced with good texture and flavors. All in all, a good option for a slightly upscale pizza night. read more

Montesacro SOMA - Pizza - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

On paper, the dishes at Montesacro are my platonic ideal of a meal. Cauliflower! Kale! Pecorino! Sadly, the execution falls somewhat short of the menu's promise. While nothing was bad, everything was middling compared to similar dishes at similar Cal-Ital restaurants. The Cavolo Nero Salad (Kale with Brussels Sprouts) was very tough, with the kale inadequately massaged or coated with dressing. While the Brussels weren't intended to be roasted, doing so would work wonders for the salad's consistency. Naturally, the Pecorino Romano does what a good cheese does: elevate everything. Similarly, the Cavolfiori (Cauliflower Salad) didn't deliver with the main ingredients, but rather leaned heavily on saltiness from the olives and capers. So while neither dish was an outright disappointment, neither was a home run that would merit an imminent return. Also, while I don't blame the location on the restaurant, the food didn't justify the crosstown trek and hunt for parking. The interior, however, is exceptionally charming with mood to spare, a welcome reprieve from the dicey scene immediately outside the front door. Our waitress was strangely surly and seemed seriously unenthused to be working, but she didn't detract from the atmosphere. read more

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Super tasty Roman-style pizza (with a great selection of antipasti too) served in a cozy, gorgeous space. I stopped by Montesacro SoMa with a friend for a weekend dinner after receiving multiple recommendations for this spot from several coworkers / friends. I got there a few minutes early, so I was immediately struck by how cozy and intimate the store felt; the staff seemed relaxed but on top of their game, and I loved that you could somewhat (but not quite...to preserve the mystery of it all) see the kitchen work their magic with a partially visible container of prepared dough, slightly exposed assembly counter. I love the walls of wine bottles, random chandeliers, and deli counter -- it genuinely felt like I was back in Rome. For food, we started with the Sottoli, a plate of beautifully EVOO-marinated vegetables (red bell peppers, sun-dried tomatoes, and eggplant), topped with a bit of chili and parsley. I loved the simplicity of this antipasti; the veggies were super flavorful and delicious. It's a great vegetarian or gluten-free choice, but you can also get an order of their bread if you'd like to bulk up this appetizer. The veggies were delicious on their own, but also went wonderfully with the main star of the show, the pizza. We got their margherita just so we could compare this classic vs. other pizza joints, and they certainly did not disappoint. The tomato sauce was flavorful, with just the right mix of herbaceous, savory, acidic, and sweet, and the pizza was topped with a generous portion of melty mozzarella and basil. I love that they fully lean into the Roman-ness of their restaurant by serving the more ovular pinsa, with a slightly thicker, chewier crust and highlighting local Roman ingredients. Now that I've confirmed their margherita pizza (or, rather, pinsa) is 10/10, I can't wait to go back and try their other options! read more

Montesacro SOMA - Sottoli - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Whenever we are on the way to the Orpheum or to the opera, we stop by here for dinner. read more

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Was a very sus trek to get here, but was such a lovely aesthetic + ambiance inside. We got recommended the cavolfiori, charcuterie board, house bread apps. The cauliflower was a bit too salty for me, but the cheese and all the meats were very high quality. We got two pinsas to split among 4 people. The dough was so fluffy I really loved it. We got the montesacro which had potatoes and lamb sausage. Don't think I've tried potatos on pizza much was a very nuanced flavor. We also got another pinsa (blanking on the name) that had pork on it that was simply delicious. read more

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Dined in on a Thursday without a reservation at 5:30pm. Got a table right away. Interesting decorations especially in the bathroom. Make sure you check it out. Friendly service. Unfortunately they were out of the octopus. Ordered the porchetta which arrived 10 minutes after ordering and the Montesacro pinsa made out of soy, rice and wheat flour which came 15 minutes after. The porchetta is served cold. It was a nice appetizer, good meat to fat ratio. I'm surprised I've never seen or heard of Pinsa before when I toured Italy. I really like the crispy texture of the crust. It was big enough to share with 2 people. I would get again. read more

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Located in a pretty and sketchy alleyway, this place offers some interesting pinsas. They're airier and cheesier compared to a typical new york pizza. I started with their cauliflower appetizer. I loved the extra crunch that the breadcrumbs added to the dish. As for the pinsa, I got the Casal Bertone which has guanciale and honey. I also added buratta. It came out with a pool of rendered fat from the guanciale. Very decadent. I do wish I could taste the honey and adding the buratta wasn't really worth it. But wow, when it came to dessert, they really knocked it out of the park. The panna cotta was unlike any I've tried before. This had the texture of brie and the olive oil was such a great added flavor. Great atmosphere, service, and food. It's a cool spot to check out. read more

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What an absolute gem-in-the-wall. Located somewhat in an alleyway that is off the main street (which by the way, the main street did feel sketchy), and upon entering you feel immersed in a rustic restaurant that gives off huge authenticity vibes. We were served by someone who was so knowledgeable of the food, was able to articulate how they were special, and provided such enthusiasm, it was refreshing. We decided to get 2 pizzas for 2 people, and although it was said they are somewhat personal-sized, they were slightly larger (so expect extras!). We chose the white pizza MARANELLA and a red called TORMARANCIA and they were DELICIOUS! Absolutely some of the best pizzas I've ever had. The crust was light, crispy, and yet filling. We paired the pizza with some wine, and it hit the spot. HIGHLY, HIGHLY recommend all those visiting SF to try! read more

Montesacro SOMA - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Came on a weeknight and was seated because we had reservations. However, I don't think it's a place you always need reservation. It is situated in a very sketchy part of the neighborhood so that is something to be mindful of when coming here at night. The food is very Italian-based and was pretty good though it is very carb heavy. We ordered the gnocchi (3/5), maranella (5/5; the burrata and mozzarella was so fresh) and panacotta (5/5, it was so light and not overly sweet; it was also drizzled with olive oil which I thought was very unique). I would come back to try the different pizza and the dessert read more

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downhill. pretty bad dough on recent outing. (delivery) Ordered for a 7:00 delivery, didn't come until 7:50. Shit's cold AF. Had to heat it up for guests. Horrible communication. In person, I like going there. But, I'd take a homemade Al Taglio dough all day. Margherita pizza was weak, the sausage with straciatella just had a lot of fking cheese. Not tasty, no umami. expansion has hurt this place. 2 stars. read more

Great service - they let us place our order as we were driving to SF so that the food was ready when we arrived, and we made it to a show on time! Also nice ambiance -- felt very cozy and Italian. And the food was good too - the cauliflower salad was yummy and we shared 3 different delicious pinsas among the 5 of us. A lovely experience overall. read more

Third time there and their pinsas are absolutely amazing. Also had their warm cauliflower salad. Look forward to the next time I am in the area. read more

A group of six had a reservation on Saturday night. We arrived and the table was not quite ready - totally fine. We then sat and waited about 20 minutes to be greeted by our server. We ordered 3 pinsas, bread, and two apps which was plenty for our group. The pinsas were very good, the Brussels and kale salad was fab. In fact the food was all great. The service on the other hand was not. The bread never arrived, our server took a nearly half full plate of salad from the table (which we asked to be returned), and we had to get his attention for more water. What's most frustrating about this experience is the mandatory 6% health fee - which yes, is ubiquitous in SF...however they have the audacity to add tax to that and then (because we were 6) they auto gratuity 20%...on top of the 6%. That's not a fair business practice and while I appreciate and understand the cost of business in this town, it doesn't feel great to be nickled and dimed. After we paid the auto 6%, auto 20% we were asked to tip more via their machine! That's all to say, Montesacro, if you're gonna charge so much for fees the service should be excellent. Benu, Quince...this ain't it. read more

Montesacro SOMA - FEES FEES FEES - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

Good food but not my favorite. The sandwich felt dry to me. There wasn't enough sundried tomatoes. I'm also not a fan of raw arugula and so the arugula taste felt very strong to me. I also got the Apple ginger cider which was sooooo good. That's the best part of my whole meal. I've had their pizzas before but couldn't find a flavor that suited my preference. I'll have to research their menu more before I give them a third try and order again. read more

Montesacro SOMA - Mortadella - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

AMAZING - we went before a show at the Golden Gate Theatre. We had never heard of it, but trusted the Yelp reviews. This restaurant exceeded our expectations - we had the pizza and the shaved brussel sprout salad. We can't wait to go back!! read more

Went back a second, better time. Though I will say it was a bit funny and awkward. The lovely server walked in on me rereading and discussing my previous review and discouraging the table from ordering the cauliflower salad which was cold last time. He was offended and scolded us to try it again and that it was warm this time around. And it was. And it was lovely. As was the kale salad. Scrumptious and perfectly balanced with citrus. And my favorite is still the excellent ostia. The bottarga just elevates the dish so much. Salty umami packed. Wonderful contrast with the artichokes and olive oil and the perfect crunch of the dough. And the creaminess of the pecorino. Vibe is great as usual. read more

Montesacro SOMA - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Came here on Friday at 6pm with a party of 5, we made reservations beforehand. Our order: cavolfiori (warm cauliflower salad), cavolo nero (shaved brussel sprouts and kale), pane e olio (house bread that comes with olive oil). We also got 3 pizzas total, the margherita, the casalbertone (it has guanciale and chestnut honey), as well as the ponte mammolo (prosciutto sandwich looking pizza). Total cost was about $30 per person for all 5 of us after the 20% gratuity that is automatically included. Pros: - delicious pizza - my favorite was the casalbertone, the chestnut honey was such a unique taste but wasn't "too much." It was definitely the crowd favorite. I was also a fan of the cauliflower salad, but it's definitely got a spicy kick to it. - The service was really polite and kind, and I do appreciate that the menu is not too large so it's easy to make choices. - The interior is very clean and cute vibes, extremely different from the market street chaos outside haha. It's definitely a hidden gem. - Great location to eat at before specific events in the area, like if you're about to go see a musical at orpheum or if you're near Bill Graham for a concert. - Very fast service when we went on Friday night. - I feel like it was perfect for our party of 5, I wouldn't come with more than 6 people because most of the tables inside accommodate 2-4 people at best. - Portions are not tiny, but also not huge pizzas from regular pizza places. The five of us ate about 3 slices each and had 3 left over after the salad and bread. Cons: - This is not the restaurant's fault and it's probably everyone's number 1 complaint, it's in the tenderloin (I know that it's kind of jarring for people coming from out of town to see the difference between SoMA and the tenderloin like one street over. I usually recommend you come in a group or at least with someone else. Otherwise, high quality ingredients and fantastic food! Felt very authentic read more

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SUCH an amazing place! If you're looking for authentic italian cuisine, this is the place! I had probably the BEST pizza of my life here. Myself and partner came here before a concert and we did not regret it. The service was impeccable- such kind staff who were attentive and passionate about their craft and food. The atmosphere is so cozy and romantic ; Soft lighting, interesting unique art, photographs of old movie stars and Italy. My only complaint is that it's not local to me! Maybe for the best since I'd be here OFTEN! Haha. So much respect for this spot! PLEASE go pay them a visit! read more

Montesacro SOMA - Tonights grub! - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

This has being our go-to before seeing a show at the Golden Gate or Orpheum. Tucked away behind Market Street, Montesacro has never disappointed in the many times we've been. Great service, phenomenal pinsa, and an all-around welcoming atmosphere keep us coming back time and time again. read more

The food and service were excellent! We had an early dinner so it wasn't crowded but started to get busy. The ambiance was nice and reminded me of Italy. read more

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