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    Perbacco

    4.0 (2.3k reviews)
    PriceyItalian, Bars
    Open 11:30 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    PERBACCO ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Happy hour specials

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    LANGAROLI
    Angela K.

    Came here with no reservation on a Wednesday evening for dinner. We were seated right away by the booth. This restaurant was participating in sf restaurant week so we ordered from that menu. It's $60 for a 3 course meal. The total with 20% tip came to $88. The service was great and our waiter was super friendly and attentive. However, I didn't love the food. I got the zuckerman farms asparagus with prosciutto for appetizer. My friend got the spring soup and it was the better choice! The asparagus was not flavorful and kind of hard. The second dish, I got the langaroli. This was pretty heavy but flavorful. I couldn't really taste the truffle or shortrib. For the final dish, I got the pork tenderloin as this was the recommended dish. I also thought this was pretty heavy. The spinach was really salty. I'd probably order something else if I were to come here again.

    RED WINE BRAISED SHORT RIB OF BEEF
    Taylor J.

    The staff at Perbacco sure do know how to make a girl feel like a princess! What an outstanding time I had here for my solo dinner in the city. Made a reservation for 6:15pm and was running late (darn traffic) so I called up and they were so nice and accommodating to my tardiness. When I arrived, they had a nice table waiting for me. I was eyeing the bar since normally I'm a girl who loves a bar seat, but it was nearly full and TBH this was one of those rare circumstances that the table was the best option. I noticed a few other solo diners this night, so clearly they do a great job at catering to us. To start, I had the Saturn's Moon cocktail. Super tasty! If you're into a smokey Mezcal drink, this one is it. I paired this with my starting dish of the Arancini and they made a perfect pair. The Arancini was crispy, delicious and sat on a dollop of a delicious sauce. Next, I had the citrus salad. Also very good! Juicy orange slices, arugula, nuts, pickled onions, and fennel. This was the perfect little palate cleanser after the arancini and before my main course. I asked my server, Edward, what drink he'd recommend to pair with this salad and he sent out a Perbacco cocktail. Citrusy and refreshing, so these together were great! For my main, I had their delicious short rib! This was incredible and so so tender. The maître d' offered me a steak knife for this that I most definitely didn't need, it was so fork tender! So yummy, with a few carrots and onions on the side. I asked Edward (again) for the beefiest red they had and he gave me a few options. The one I picked went perfect with the shortrib! To finish, I had a great little glass of port! Absolutely perfect ending to a great meal! Super wonderful night over at Perbacco! From the time I walked in, The maître d', to the hostess, my server, Edward all treated me like royalty. One thing about me is I'm a customer service lover and this place from start to finish was an incredible experience. I had such a great time and since I'm always in San Fran for work, this will be one of my go-to spots for a nice dinner!

    Ravioli
    Emanuel L.

    Yelp led us to Perbacco and we thoroughly enjoyed it. Service was good w/a pretty attentive staff. Chill atmosphere, busy but not loud. Food 5stars Everything was cooked & seasoned perfectly. Drinks 4stars A very satisfying ending to a beautiful evening in San Francisco. #GoTaste&See

    Caesar
    Maya R.

    My coworkers and I always have a great experience at Perbacco! This visit, we really enjoyed everything we ordered. We started with the caesar and arancini, and both were delicious. The caesar was well balanced (looks less dressed than it was), and the arancini were a standout--the sauce was creamy, addicting, and something we couldn't stop dipping into. For mains, we ordered the pappardelle, tajarin, and langaroli, and each dish impressed in its own way. *The pappardelle was excellent, though we recommend getting the horseradish cream on the side. The horseradish flavor is mild, but it could easily become overpowering depending on your preference. *The tajarin had the perfect balance of meat and noodles and was surprisingly very filling. *The langaroli were like little pasta pillows--soft, rich, and comforting. The truffle butter was absolutely heavenly and well balanced that it didn't become overwhelming after a few bites. This was hands down my favorite pasta dish of the ones we ordered. They offer Parmesan at the table, and while it may seem like a lot at first, trust them--they know what they're doing. You'll definitely find yourself wanting more cheese. Overall, this is a solid spot with great food and service, and I'm already looking forward to my next visit.

    AGNOLOTTI DAL PLIN
    June W.

    Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Atmosphere: 5/5 Noise Level: moderately loud Just about everything was perfect for this dinner. Our server Jamie was personable and efficient. The Italian 75 and Mamma Mia cocktails were great. The Acme bread and parmigiano butter were delicious. The butter was nice and soft, yay. The Little Gem Salad was great, delicate and not overly dressed. Our Tajarin and Agnolotti dishes were perfectly delicious, seasoned well. The fingerling potatoes were also great. Loved the duck fat making the potatoes very tasty. Roasted perfectly. The Butternut Squash Budino was great. Nice sweetness from the squash. The Brutti Ma Buoni was also very good. Very light. Can make a mess and shatter if you don't cut it right! The atmosphere was lively, and also elegant. We had a great time here and would love to come back.

    TAJARIN
    Alex Z.

    This spot, located near the edge of FiDi and North Beach, features modern Italian food. The atmosphere and decor present an up-scale vibe, with a clear focus on sophistication and elevated service. The food itself is solid, with rich creamy pastas such as the tajarin, however, for the price you could probably get some tastier options in North Beach by paying slightly more. As a whole, this is a great spot for team gatherings or other events where you're looking to host large parties, while also having pretty good food. Worth checking out if you haven't been.

    Tajarin

    Perbacco is a solid Italian spot in FiDi with a really nice atmosphere. The interior is beautiful and feels upscale without being stuffy, making it a great place for dinner after work or a night out in the city. The food was good and well prepared, and the desserts were great. Perbacco offers a pleasant dining experience with a great ambiance, and I'd recommend it if you're looking for quality Italian food in the Financial District.

    BRUTTI MA BUONI
    Michelle T.

    This was my first time at Perbacco. All ingredients are fresh and high quality. After receiving the Fritto Misto and the brussels sprouts as appetizers, it took a while (close to 40 minutes as an estimate) for our entrees to arrive. The brussels sprouts and Fritto Misto were both quite dry and not too flavorful, though the entrees made up for it. The Agnolotti was very much an elevated classic comfort food that had the perfect level of savory flavors. While it was good, I do think visual presentation of the entrees could be improved with extra garnish on top. For dessert, we ordered the Brutti Ma Buoni which was excellent - the powdered sugar exterior was lightly crunchy but tends to melt in your mouth while the inside was chewier and sticks to the roof of your mouth. This is definitely a common corporate dinner spot since it's in the Embarcadero and has higher prices as a result. Otherwise, this was a decent dinner overall and I'd recommend it to my coworkers when planning a celebratory team dinner.

    Michelle H.

    Date of Visit: 9/5/2025 Visited Perbacco with our friends on a Friday evening. Perbacco is an Italian word for pleasure and surprises, which is how the restaurant wants to present to all the customers. Perbacco introduces Italian flavors in a modern way, with a great selection of food and wine. The owner Umberto Gibin shared his passion for Italian food and wine with Americans' ways of preparation. He opened many of California's finest Italian restaurants, including Chianti, and Poggio, and Perbacco and Gibin. Saturn's Moon $17 Husband got the Saturn's Moon made with Mezcal, lemon, orgeat, and passion fruit. The mixture of Mezcal with citrus fruits was amazing. Passione Tropicale $8 I ordered the passion fruit mocktail that mixes lemon, orange juice and passion fruit. A little bit on the sweeter side. Piastra Roasted Octopus $22 We ordered the roasted octopus for appetizer, with olive oil crushed potatoes, fennel, radish, and pickled onions on the side. There are a total of 4 pieces of octopus with salsa verde. Tajarin $29 We got one spaghetti, made with the hand cut thin tagliatelle, and 5 hour pork and porcini mushroom sugo. Risotto $34 We ordered the risotto which was very yummy. Risotto mixed with golden chanterelle mushrooms, yellow corn, pancetta, and parmigiano Reggiano. Love the way that yellow corn makes the risotto stand out with texture and complexity. Liberty Farm Duck Breast $40 And for the secondi, we ordered the liberty farm duck breast with stone fruit panzanella, arugula, frisee and duck jus. The duck breast was a little too thick so was not as tender and juicy. Overall it was ok.

    Amber H.

    One of the best dining experiences I've had in a long time. The food was incredibly fresh and full of flavor, the drinks were excellent, and the service was easily one of the highlights of the night. My friend and I were treated like queens. The place was busy, so it was a bit lively, but nothing overwhelming. I can't wait to come back!

    Rabaton gnocchi
    CeCee S.

    This is touted as an upscale Italian restaurant. I went after work and so did everyone else it seems. The crowd was dressed business casual to casual. The bar was lively and crowded. The lighting was dim/moody. There were table cloths and linen napkins. Our waiter spoke in Italian. He was very over the top and engaging. I ordered the amichi mocktail. Sweeter than I like but I enjoyed it. I ordered the Rabaton gnocchi for my entree. The gnocchi was cheesy and tender but the sauce was a bit too flat/ bland for me. You get a pretty good helping. I only ate half and was too full for dessert. I'd give the place another try. Maybe next time try a meat dish.

    Chocolate bonet
    Tepolak S.

    Loved dining here. Service was great and the food was great. I got the tortelloni and my portion was a little small. If you are a light eater, this would be a great option! I really enjoyed the mint flavor in pasta. It was light and refreshing, which was a great contrast to the pappardelle which was more hearty. The salads were good, but nothing special. I also felt like the salad portions were small for the price. The dining by room was pretty crowded but I was happy to be able to still have conversations without feeling like I need to shout or be too quiet. Overall, a nice experience for a dinner date or an elevated Italian dinner with friends!

    Burrata plate
    Lilian M.

    Perbacco is a fantastic lunch spot in the Financial District if you're craving classic, authentic Italian food. You can't go wrong with the burrata plate. I don't often finish a plate of pasta, but I enjoyed every last bite of the pesto pasta here. Of course, a meal isn't complete without dessert, so the sorbetto was a perfect, refreshing finish.

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    Richard, Valet parking is available Tuesday through Saturday. The cost is $15.00 per vehicle.

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    Elaine, for vegan options we van do a variety of things. All salads can be vegan by omitting the… 

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    STOP. DROP. EAT…read more This place is an absolute gem. Food: We started with the clams and mussels, and they were phenomenal. Do yourself a favor and soak every last bit of that broth up with the bread--you won't regret it. Don also surprised us with complimentary scallops, and wow... next-level fresh. Some of the best seafood I've had. Drinks: Hands down the best margaritas I've had in California so far. I also watched Don make a Bloody Mary, and it was like watching someone craft a work of art. Every ingredient was intentional, and you could tell it was made with genuine care. Service: This deserves to be at the top because it's what made the experience unforgettable. Halfway through our meal, I realized my incredible bartender was actually the owner. Don is one of the most humble, genuine, and welcoming people you'll ever meet. His sons and daughter all work in the restaurant, and there's even a photo on the wall of his great-grandfather smoking a cigar while cooking crabs. This isn't just a restaurant--it's generations of family, tradition, and passion served on every plate. You can feel the heart behind this place the moment you walk in. Thank you, Don, for the outstanding hospitality, the amazing conversation, and a meal we'll be talking about for a long time. We'll definitely be back.

    Came here last week on Wednesday, not many people and quiet which was nice. Waiter was also very…read morenice. I've been here many times over the years and the food this visit was not good. I was shocked that it was this poor. I ordered the fried prawns with rice and vegetables. in the past, I recall the rice being different, this time it was some sort of white rice. The vegetables just tasted funny altogether and the fried shrimp was so overcooked. It was like chewing on rubber. My boyfriend had the steak and lobster plate, which was about $70, his steak was extremely fatty. He left most of it on the plate. Also, the lobster was so overcooked it tasted like grill charred rubber. He's a good eater too (meaning he's not picky). We did our best to be polite, we didn't complain, but for as much as our bill was it just did not go well. I really like this place so I hope we just came on a bad day.

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