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Rocco's Café

4.0 (1.2k reviews)
Fri 11:00 am - 3:00 AM (Next day)
Sat 9:00 am - 3:00 AM (Next day)
Updated 2 weeks ago

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What's the vibe?
Moderate noise
Casual
Happy hour specials
Good for kids

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Naomi W.

Came here a few months ago (before they closed I guess). Large portions of food but it was kind of mediocre. While our waitress was nice, she ended up ignoring us for a large part of our time there once she got caught up with chatting with some other customers. We chose to sit in the back for some privacy but that was a terrible choice because I just kept smelling the strong scents of cleaning supplies coming out of the bathroom back there. I know it's an old establishment, but I can see why it's now closed.

Pollen
Jenny X.

Came here with some friends before GDC. Good: - They had an easy reservation system. - The polenta and tomato dish was a good portion size, and I liked the texture of the polenta and how it came with bread and butter and jam as well - It's quiet so it's easy to talk and catch up with people here. Bad: - It took about 30 minutes to get my order and there weren't many others in the restaurant so it just surprised me. - The food was okay, it wasn't anything special and it was quite expensive. - Pretty dim place and it feels a bit run down ambiance Overall this place was an okay spot but wouldn't come again.

Edward S.

Well so long to a great restaurant that once was. When it all started back when it was on Mission Street in the Excelsior district it was a great Italian and American restaurant. Since it moved to Folsom Street it was still great, but it was sold and now it is definitely not worth going back to. Besides the prices being over inflated and half of the original menu not available anymore. They don't even have a staple item that made them so great to patronize, ( Hamburger on a French Roll. I've been eating at Rocco's since 1980 Guess change isn't as good as people think !!!!!

Chicken Marsala Half Portion
Lisa T.

Came for late night dinner service and surprisingly the restaurant was still packed towards the end of the night. We were greeted immediately and got seated right away. The place was quite dim creating a relaxing atmosphere, which allowed me to fully immerse myself in the dinner experience and enjoy my meal. I also couldn't help but notice the array of photos and signed celeb posters scattered throughout the walls, giving it a true Italian restaurant feel. We were given a complementary basket of bread and butter after our server took our order. I ordered a half portion of the chicken marsala with fettuccine, which was still more than enough for myself. The sauce and ingredients complimented the pasta very well. My boyfriend ordered the clams in white sauce with fettuccine. Great portion of clams. Our server was friendly and checked in with us multiple times during the night. It seemed she was the only server that night, so big props to her! Overall, this is a great spot for authentic home-style Italian food. It's no wonder this spot has been featured for years!

J.P. W.

This is a really cool space. There's a very good selection on the menu, the portions were well sized, and the vibe of the entire restaurant is friendly. The server lost track of us a little bit, with our cup of soup coming out right before the entree and no follow up to see how we were doing. We had to ask for the bill so we could leave well after we had finished. I feel like there was new staff that the server was looking after, so that could have been the reason. I look forward to going back.

Soup, which looks like it exploded briefly in a microwave
Lyee C.

I went for lunch, and Rocco's has casual vibes and standard fare you would expect at an Italian spot. It looked like only one server at lunch, but there weren't too many diners and plenty of seats available, so service was still great. The soup I got looked like it had exploded a bit in a microwave with how the sides were dripping with slightly dried out liquid. It didn't affect the taste and I was fine with how it looked since it came out hot. The bread is nothing special, but I appreciated the generous amount of butter to go with it. The half order of the chicken parmesan was a lot for one person. The full order must be a sharable plate if the size of the half portion is anything to go by. It's a perfectly fine place for lunch if you're close by. I wouldn't go out of my way to get here.

Lunch menu, 2/16/24
Mike C.

Sometime in mid-January, I stumbled upon an IG post from a sandwich staple in my work neighborhood about the ownership and management change here. I was out of town for the following week plus so I didn't have an opportunity to check this out until early February. On a recent Friday morning, I decided to call and order lunch. When I asked for my 'usual' meal choice, I was told that it was no longer on the menu. Given this, the lady who took my order helped me to pivot to another similar item which happened to be the special for that day. I drove up around noon to pick up my order, finding a parking space just a few doors down. Bringing my takeout order back to the office, I started with a cup of minestrone (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=zjajoqO12AProDl0tSEuLw&userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q). The portion is generous for a cup and paired very well with the sourdough bread that came with my meal. For my main meal, I had the clams over fettuccine in white sauce (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=WmjiPMm66x_e9HtyJxk6Dg&userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q); it was a bit creamier than I like and, being fettucine instead of linguine, this is on the heavier side. The flavors were good and I could only finish half along with that minestrone for lunch. When picking up my meal, a young gentleman helped me with my order and was very cheerful, helpful, and enthusiastic in telling me about the menu and their hours. I believe that he is likely the chef and/or partner in the business. I am saddened that the menu is pared down some though the plus is that they are open late nights to catch the post bar crowd flow. I'm glad that the chicken Marsala is still there and disappointed that I was unable to get my linguine with clams in red sauce (add mushrooms). Being a neighborhood spot near my workplace, I will come in as things get less busy in the office. Thanks, Michael, for introducing me to the new rendition of Rocco's.

Steak & Eggs
Regen W.

OK WOW! Came for a late brunch today and was totally taken aback by how delicious this meal was. The steak and eggs are the perfect way to jump into your day. The steak is marinated with balsamic and Calabrian chilis, DELICIOUS! Such a fabulous flavor combo, slight heat from the chili up against the acid in the balsamic made for a perfectly balanced steak. Eggs were sunny side up diner style and cooked to perfection. Sourdough baguette was crispy and came pre buttered (LOVE). And the fruit bowl!? When are there ever berries in a fruit bowl! I thought we were in a recession!? Service was really great as well. Water never went unfilled and my Diet Coke was crispy and refilled thrice. The decor is giving old school but not kitschy in a Mel's way, which I appreciate. Thankful I live a couple blocks away. I'll be back, Rocco's!

Eunice Y.

was decent but didnt think anything too special. we wanted to try it as there were raving reviews + lots of generations to its name - but thought it was overpriced. surprisingly there was also barely anyone there on a friday evening for dinner time

Fried Calamari
katrina a.

Stumbled upon this place while waiting for friends. The calamari and tiramisu is so good! The place is nice and cozy and the menu looks really good. Service is nice and helpful and lots of tables for groups. Portions are big and snooping around the other tables, the pasta looks amazing! Place closes at midnight too! Must come back to try more food.

Nathan Y.

My friend introduced me to Rocco's, and it didn't disappoint! The interior has pictures and other decorations that pay homage to the Italian restaurant, and gives the space a cozy feeling. Our server was very accommodating, and took our order promptly. I got the chicken parm, and it was cooked very nicely! The chicken was cut thin, and the pasta was perfect. The only thing that I would say is that I'm not sure that it's worth it at the price point of about $25.

Chicken Parmesan
Steven S.

I actually have eaten here many times. This is one of my favorite places to eat at. I decided to come back here onne more time. My food tasted great. The food came out nice and hot and was cooked to perfection. The service was very friendly and the ambiance of the place was excellent. I highly recommend eating here and do not forget your credit card if you come here because they don't accept cash . I wish I could give Rocos 10 stars.

Shrimp cake Benedict
Anthony H.

Great brunch spot. Very romantic and relaxed with a good selection of brunch staples. The signature dishes though are definitely a step up. Sourdough French toast with strawberries and cream and the crab cake Benedict were excellent. Everything was very filling so maybe a good place to split a meal and a side. The inside is super cute. Service is relaxed and friendly. The food is a little pricy but the quality definitely backs it up and it makes sense for the location. 3 brunch entries and two coffee drinks with tip was about $95.

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Their food is mediocre. Didn't give me a refund for bread I paid for, even after I called back and they assured me they'd refund it.

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