We had an amazing bartender- Belle who was just so friendly and recommended a great glass of wine. The food was very good and all the staff were so friendly. The music was to die for. We showed up around 7 and stayed until almost 10- because of the music. Paul was an amazing guitar player and his accompanists were also amazing. If we lived nearby, we would come every Thursday night. Just a fabulous night!!!! read more

Made a reservation for 7:20pm on Wednesday since those are their Live Jazz nights! So happy we came in to see the artists, it definitely added to our dinner experience! Service: 10/10, the food comes out super quick and the waiters are super attentive! Ambiance: On Wednesdays 10000/10 due to the live performers! Inside feels like a small blend of Italy/Toscana SF vibes Food: 8/10, extremely tasty SCALLOP potatoes that we got with our chicken entree. Pretty shareable for a couple but the salad and bruschetta did not blow us away. Overall, would come back for a casual weekday dinner or to bring friends to some live jazz! read more

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This could have been a great experience, because the food itself was honestly excellent. The mussels and penne al matricciana were both genuinely delicious. That's the reason this review gets three stars instead of zero. Unfortunately, everything around the food was frustrating and unnecessarily stressful. I made a 10:00 PM reservation through OpenTable. The restaurant's own public website stated they were open until 10 PM, and OpenTable confirmed the reservation by email, so naturally I assumed I was fine. Because I've been burned by this exact scenario before at other restaurants, I proactively called while driving to confirm everything. Good thing I did -- at around 9:47 PM I was told the restaurant was effectively closed because the kitchen shuts down at 9:50 PM. To their credit, they did allow me to place my order over the phone while I was driving so they could prepare it before the kitchen closed. Otherwise I would have arrived with a confirmed reservation and no food service available. The problem is that none of this should require negotiation in the first place. If your kitchen closes at 9:50 PM, don't allow 10:00 PM reservations on OpenTable. Customers should not have to guess hidden operational rules that directly contradict the posted reservation availability and the restaurant's own posted business hours. When I arrived, the restaurant was mostly empty except for a couple of tables finishing up. I walked in and saw my meal already plated and waiting for me at the table. For a second, I honestly felt like Don Corleone walking into a private dinner setup, and I remember thinking, "Okay... this just got a lot better." But then it slowly got worse again. Despite having a confirmed reservation and sitting down for a full meal, I couldn't order a glass of wine, a soft drink, coffee, or literally any beverage because "the bar was closed." Nobody checked in beforehand to ask if I wanted anything before shutting everything down. So despite having a confirmed reservation, I essentially got rushed end-of-night partial service with no beverage options at all. The strange part is that the staff themselves seemed to acknowledge the issue. When I questioned why a 10 PM reservation was even offered if the kitchen closed at 9:50, the response was basically an exasperated "I know, I know," as if everyone understood the system made no sense but nobody could fix it. Again: the food itself was excellent. The kitchen clearly knows what it's doing. But the reservation management and late-night customer experience were badly mishandled. If the restaurant cannot realistically provide a normal dining experience at 10 PM, the reservation simply should not be offered. read more

Thank you, Discover Polk for having me kick off the nite market and the DJ Night session. Congrat's to the 3 winners of my design baseball caps "E The Look". You ladies rock in my baseball cap. Owner Sal and Apo, hosted me and my friends that evening at Ti Piacerra Ristorante. The team provides amazing service. Especially on that busy day. They made us so many special drinks and the food is always consistent. Get ready for next year, save the date 4.24.2027. See you there! #supportsmallbusiness #sanfranciaco #discoverpolksf # read more

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Came here to celebrate a friends dinner on a Saturday evening 30 mins before closing. The restaurant was dimly lit and super vibey. The service was also super quick and everyone was very friendly and accommodating. We ordered apps, wine and champagne to share. The fried Monterey calamari was really good, crispy and perfectly battered. My friend really enjoyed the burrata cheese over crostini. The Brussel sprouts and shishito peppers were pretty solid. My favorite was the wild arugula salad. It was so fresh, flavorful and perfectly balanced all the fried and cheesy foods we ordered. I will definitely be getting this salad next time. There were oranges and beets which I really enjoyed with the hazelnut dressing and extra feta. read more

Ti Piacera Ristorante - Fried Monterey Calamari Shishito Peppers Wild Arugula - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

My friend and I just came here on a whim for a dinner and a drink. It was busy but we got seated right away in a nice little corner table. Portobello ravioli (5/5): This was creamy pesto sauce with cherry tomatoes and feta. I loved it. It wasn't too heavy or cheesy. The feta wasn't overpowering either. I love a mushroom. I got the mango mojito too and I loved it. Perfect amount of sweet and alcohol. My friend's squid ink pasta was yummy too! We'd definitely come back for another dinner. It's got a nice romantic feel without feeling too expensive. read more

Ti Piacera Ristorante - Portobello Ravioli - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

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We came here for dinner on New Year's Eve and we all really liked it! We ordered Shishito peppers, which were surprisingly spicy and delicious, and the wild arugula salad to start. I rarely order pasta. My go-to is usually some sort of fish entrée, but I decided it was the last day of the year, why not try a giant plate of carbonara and eat every last bit? So I did, and I had no regrets... until I tried my boyfriend's Penne All'Amatriciana, which he may or may not have added meatballs to. It was the last stop of the night on New Year's Eve so my memory is a little foggy. Not only am I not a positive person but I am also not a tiramisu person, but that didn't stop me from ordering the tiramisu. And it was delicious. I thought I ordered a Manhattan, but when I looked at the pictures, it looks like I ordered some sort of champagne cocktail. It's all coming back to me, but not really. Even several drinks in, I'm still confident that I was happy with this final meal of the year. The service was great. Our server was very friendly and attentive. The only negative of the night was that we had a table right by the door and I was pretty cold whenever the door was opened. Overall, a great experience. I'm giving them a five because I was happy with my experience and food. Have I been to better restaurants, of course, but for a cute little Italian eatery in the city, I think it's close enough to a five to give it five star stars. read more

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Intimate ambiance, nice lighting, friendly waiters, nice spot, good wine selection, good appetizers, good pasta, amazing city. Thank you work for picking up the bill :) read more

Ti Piacera Ristorante - Sauvignon Blanc & Spinach Gnocchi - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

I came here for a large party for a friend's birthday. We had a reservation and were seated pretty quickly. The restaurant was pretty dark, and also pretty loud. I was able to try the linguine carbonara, bucatini, and the caesar salad. Overall, very good flavors. My biggest gripe with this place was the portion sizes, as none of us left feeling very full. The upside is that the staff are attentive & helpful here. read more

Ti Piacera Ristorante - Linguine Carbonara, Caesar - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

I came here for a brunch event a couple of months ago and finally tried it for dinner tonight. This place feels like it's been part of San Francisco for a long time. There's such a cozy, old-school Italian vibe that just feels right. I love the separate bar area and the great energy throughout the restaurant. The service is top-notch, and the atmosphere is lively without being overwhelming. There was a big group celebrating in the back and a couple on a first date next to us--such a fun mix. We started with the calamari, which was delicious. I had the arugula salad with oranges and beets, and he ordered the chicken Parmesan with broccoli, spinach, carrots, and scalloped potatoes. Everything was excellent. We'll definitely be coming back to this gem on Polk Street. read more

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Ti Piacera was pleasant! Our waiter was super friendly and the Chianti was yummy and reasonably priced. The food was on the expensive side for the quality, flavor, and serving size. It was good, but not $24 good. The ambiance itself is quite nice. I wish I could give this place a 3.5 stars. read more

Ti Piacera Ristorante - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

Amazing service and food was SO GOOD! I recommend the housebread! It's a must! Spanish gnocchi also a win!

Came by for an impromptu dinner less than an hour before closing. Staff was really friendly and they said they hadn't done last call on the menu yet so they sat us. Knew what we wanted ahead of time so we were able to order quickly. - burrata cheese - probably one of my favorite burrata in the city. Wherever this is sourced from, great job. It's like, creamy, delicate. Tastes so fresh and pairs nicely with the balsamic reduction and cherry tomatoes on crostini. - linguine carbonara - I've had basically all the pastas on the menu but somehow this one slipped by me until I had it recently. So freaking good that I knew I wanted to order it this time around. Cooked with pancetta, scallions, mushrooms, and green peas in a rich cream sauce that perfectly coats the noodles. Well seasoned too. - spinach gnocchi - one of their iconic dishes. The gnocchi features spinach in the dough and are the perfectly dense, chewy dumpling in a rich gorgonzola cream sauce - penne all'amatriciana - always my go-to pasta. Penne with mild Italian sausage, red onion, tomato, and spinach in a garlic white wine sauce. A little bit of heat and a little bit of acid that goes so well together. read more

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Retuning to an old neighborhood favorite after a dozen years away and pleased to enjoy same high quality food and drinks. The lamb shanks this past Saturday night were excellent. read more

Wow, this place is such a hidden gem and is very underrated. First of all, if you're looking for a cute and cozy Italian spot this is the perfect choice. They even have live jazz on Wednesday nights. All the stuff is super friendly and I got the pleasure to meet the owner Abo, who is so personable and attentive. I really enjoyed all the dishes that I had so it's hard for me to describe my favorites, but if I had to pick, I would definitely say the Portobello pesto ravioli was a highlight for me. I also really enjoyed the brussels sprouts and the burrata cheese. Of course, I can't forget about the tiramisu we had for dessert. It was probably one of the best that I've had in the city. read more

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It's been quite some time since I've visited this restaurant and meeting friends from the UK for lunch they picked this place. Upon arriving the front booths and small tables face the street sunny and bright. There is a nice bar to the left you can enjoy your food at. Started with a glass of Chianti (note: only a few wines listed for single glass, mostly by the bottle). The menu has been shortened (one page listing appetizers/ egg dishes?/and pastas). Chose a pasta dish that was a bowl of spaghetti with few veggies and a pasta sauce that was okay. My fellow diners chose Chicken Marsala which was funny cause one diner "woofed" his plate down and pointed out to our server that the dish was delicious BUT the diner next to him barely ate hers and quietly mentioned it wasn't that good! There you go folks same dish diners sitting side by side and two completely different reviews. That's a Yelp! Our last diner ordered a Burger and loved it. All in all the experience was pleasant, the company was great and the food okay. read more

Been wanting to come back to this place for a while now. The food is still delicious, I had the pesto ravioli. Service is good. Drinks are good. I remember last time I came there was live music. Not sure if they still do that. I visited on a Saturday. read more

I'm surprised by some of these reviews/the rating as this is one of my go-to restaurants in the city, especially in the area it is located in. Every time I go to a concert at the regency ballroom I come here. The staff is very kind and the food is always tasty! I love the apps and the pizza. If I could improve anything it would be the drinks, while good, they aren't anything special, especially since they have such a cool bar area. Love the ambiance of the restaurant as well. Very spacious. read more

Overall the experience was nice. Popped in on a Thursday evening and there was live music playing, service was fast and attentive, and the food was alright. The food wasn't anything special, but it was relatively affordable. read more

Popped in for a quick lunch with the girls. We couldn't agree on what we wanted and decided this menu had a wide enough variety for all of us. The restaurant was quaint and cutely decorated. The windows were open so it had a nice breeze atmosphere. Everyone was happy with the food choices and we sent back every plate clean. The waiter was really kind and helpful and patient with us. She explained everything on the menu in detail and we had a great eating experience. I'd definitely come back for the portobello ravioli! I can't taste them as I type about them !!! read more

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We visited this cozy Italian restaurant as a group of four, and everything about the experience was exceptional. The hospitality stood out immediately--the owner was incredibly welcoming, making us feel like family from the moment we walked in. Stuff is amazing Every dish we tried was bursting with flavor. The Petrale sole, braised lamb shank, seafood and sausage penne were all perfectly cooked and full of character. There's no photo, but let me say this clearly--the gnocchi was absolutely fantastic. Light, pillowy, and beautifully sauced--one of the highlights of the meal. And for dessert? You must try the tiramisu. It's heavenly--airy, creamy, and not overly sweet. A flawless finish. From the warm ambiance to the thoughtful wine list and friendly service, this place is the real deal. read more

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Warm, gracious, quiet. A fine neighborhood Italian restaurant. I only had their hamburger today, well cooked, fresh and a good portion size, one of the better in San Francisco. read more

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Nice ambiance, not overly crowded or noisy. A little bit too dark inside at some spots that you'll need a cellphone to be able to see what's on the menu - adding some table lamps would be great. Food is very good. The bread, garlic, and olive oil tastes different than most Italian restaurants I've been. Instead of using roasted garlic they use pickled garlic, which gives a really refreshing flavor to the dish. 10/10 The mussels dish is fine. To be honest it doesn't smell like the freshest mussels I've had, so I was a bit worried when I started eating them. But they taste fine and I haven't got sick from eating them so I suppose they are fine. And I do like the white wine sauce a lot. 7/10 Lamb shank - love it. Sauce is just amazing, and the lamb is stewed for so long the flavor is completely in the meat and it's becoming so tender. Highly recommended. 9/10 Chicken Marinara - didn't like it quite as much. Again they make the sauce very delicious. But I just don't like the texture of the chicken breast meat. They are dry and not juicy and kind of bland when you bite into the center of the meat. 6/10 Overall food: 8/10 Ambience: 8/10 Service: 10/10 read more

I was recommended by a local so I took the suggestion & glad I did. It's a cozy, busy little spot on Polk Street. Very welcoming the moment you step foot inside. And the live music by Anna & Frank added to the ambiance. You can sit at the bar or a table. I decided to forgo pasta & had the carpaccio with a glass of house wine( a generous pour)& a side of bread(yes you're charged for French bread ) I also saved space for a really good tiramisu, it was outstanding. Notes: most days they have live music. They also have a Happy Hour on weekdays with a few bucks off their regular prices. And another thing I enjoyed was the filtered water they bring to the table in a large water bottle. Service is excellent, again very welcoming and they don't rush you or bring the check out til you're ready to leave. It has an old world vibe that I like. read more

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Everything we got here tonight was SO good. Got the burrata for an appetizer and 2 different pastas for our entree. Tiramisu for dessert which was also amazing. Our server was awesome, forgot his name though. Drinks were always refilled and didn't bombard us. There was live music as well which was awesome. We will definitely come back again. read more

I forgot to take pictures while I was there, but brought my main (the sole) home. This place is a cute little place. The servers are welcoming and the food arrived quickly. We asked for recommendations, so tried the bruschetta and Caesar salad. The fish was a little over seasoned for my preference but stayed crispy even though I asked for it to be packed to go. read more

Ti Piacera Ristorante - Take out: sole - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

Came with a group of ladies and were pleasantly welcomed over the phone when we asked to come in that night!! The owner apo seated us once we got in (within 7 minutes of our commute) and the service was incredible. They checked in often and were super friendly. I liked the bruschetta and how it wasn't overly roasted. I loved the raw garlic of the garlic fries and the wine selection was good! I'd absolutely go back and loved the vibe!! Wednesday nights should have jazz, so I can't wait to come back and share updates. Good spot! read more

The food was amazing! Well prepared and delicious. Even on a Saturday night our food arrived quickly. Clearly a very popular location. Reservations highly recommended. Will definitely come again! Reminder that parking in this area is crazy, so plan ahead. read more

What a hidden gem! The entire staff is SO nice and happy, menu has enough variety to make anyone happy, and the minestrone soup is so hearty and healthy and delicious. They have a good happy hour too! Don't miss out on this cute little place, especially when they have live music! Super fun. read more

Needed a last-minute dinner reservation, and my friend booked this place! It's super cute with great service for a large group. We started with the bruschetta, which was good but nothing special. I got two Aperol spritzes, while others in my group chose different cocktails or wine. Now, the spinach gnocchi was amazing. The gnocchi was chewy and delicious, and the sauce was incredible. I added chicken, which was perfectly grilled. This dish alone was amazing and something I'd absolutely come back for. Everything else was good, and the service was excellent, with the staff checking on us frequently. They also added gratuity automatically, and I appreciate that the waiter mentioned it to us while handing out the checks (we probably wouldn't have noticed after having a few drinks) read more

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Second time dining here and I got the same thing I had before, the October 2024- Spaghetti Bolognese. Ground beef, tomato sauce and herbs make for a very tasty dish served generously portioned. We also had a Margherita pizza ($17.00) that was very good and Burrata Cheese appetizer($15.00) that I really didn't care for. Service was excellent and will gladly return. read more

Ti Piacera Ristorante - Dinner Spaghetti Bolognese - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

Hidden away in the heart of San Francisco, this charming Italian restaurant is a true culinary gem that promises an unforgettable dining experience. From the moment you step in, you're greeted with exceptional service that sets the stage for a delightful meal. The burrata is simply exquisite, and the gnocchi is a heavenly creation that you'll crave long after you've left. To top it all off, the poached pear and decadent chocolate truffles were the perfect sweet finale to our feast. I visited for lunch with a friend on a Tuesday, and every bite felt like a celebration! read more

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Loved it! We just grabbed drinks and appetizers but everything was amazing! Food was great and the service was really fast and attentive to the customers. read more

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Gluten free pasta was awesome!! Highly recommend the carbonara. Service was solid and ambiance was nice. Only reason for not giving 5 stars was because they had a smaller valentines menu that wasn't advertised. Great for a gluten free Italian option! read more

service was super friendly, bread appetizer was delicious, pasta was yummy. was it the best i've ever had? no way, but it was definitely a solid, satisfying, and filling meal read more

Ti Piacera Ristorante - Linguine Carbonara Dinner Salmone Homemade Bread - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

So good to be back! My favorite Italian restaurant in the city. Best Cioppino, calamari, oysters and petrale sole. #tipiacera #cioppino read more

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There's a certain type of casual Italian restaurant I fear is going extinct in San Francisco. That's because my favorites keep closing, convivial spots like Stelline's in Hayes Valley or Capp's Corner in North Beach. I was hoping this bar cafe on Polk might fall into this cozy category. Unfortunately, despite producing reasonably good food, it didn't quite make the mark for me. I ordered two dishes here. The first was the $14 Burrata Cheese over Crostini. It was placed on a bed of arugula with cherry tomatoes and drizzled with a balsamic reduction and truffle oil (photo: https://bit.ly/41MN8kj). While the burrata was soft enough to be easily spreadable on the toasted baguette slices, it lacked a certain freshness that could have really elevated the dish. My entree was the $21 Spaghetti Bolognese which should've been a comfort food slam dunk. It looked right with the pasta twirled around a thick beef tomato sauce and sprinkled with grated parmesan cheese (photo: https://bit.ly/4072WNj). It was OK if your points of comparison are Ragu and Chef Boyardee, but again, the dish needed a fresh makeover. Honestly, my experience wasn't the second coming of Stelline's. FOOD - 3 stars...not quite in the Italiano comfort zone AMBIANCE - 3.5 stars...typical bar cafe set-up in Polk Gulch SERVICE - 3.5 stars...mostly attentive TOTAL - 3 stars...middling when it comes to the mangia RELATED - Exploring Nob Hill? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: http://bit.ly/2IfTVOB read more

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Ordered calamari (cooked al dente but underseasoned) and the Caesar salad with salmon. The salmon was just ok, maybe a hair undercooked. The salad base itself was pretty pathetic -- very few greens etc. At "only" $13 I should have ordered an extra, meatless one just for more salad base. I tried their marinara sauce with my calamari and I'm glad because it convinced me not to get any of their red sauce pastas o pizza. Very watery, flavorless, marinara. Below average for restaurants, definitely below Rao's. The service started ok but once their was a switch between one of the bartenders and one of the servers, the former totally neglected me. No refill on water, no asking if I wanted another drink. Had to wave (which I hate doing) to get his attention to grab the check. The place was mostly empty. I get this type of basic, red sauce-Italian-American joint is rare in SF, but it's not close to worth it at the price point here. read more

Ti Piacera Ristorante - Calamari 7/10. Marinara 1/10. - Italian Near Me - San Francisco, California

POV: Grabbing dinner with friends you havent seen in a while service was great and the vibe was so chill and fun Nothing recharges the soul quite like a good meal shared between friends Featured dishes Blue Point Oysters - Half a dozen served raw Shishito Peppers- Fried mild mannered with a few hot streaks Línguine Carbonara- Pancetta, scallion, mushrooms, green peas, cream sauce Lamb Hind Shank- Braised in a red wine Demi-glace sauce, scalloped potato, veggies MUST ORDER - Shishito peppers #sffoodie #sfdateideas #sfrestaurants #italianfood #sfitalianfood #nobhill #friendsdinner read more

Polk Street, San Francisco Italian Cuisine | Great for Lunch | Window Seating | People Watching "You will like it" -- and we absolutely did. From the moment we stepped into Ti Piacera, it felt like we had found a warm little slice of Italy in the heart of San Francisco. The atmosphere is cozy and inviting, with a sunny banquette by the large windows that's perfect for people watching on Polk Street while enjoying the afternoon light. What We Loved: Appetizers Burrata over crostini - creamy, fresh, and satisfying Calamari fritti - crisp, golden, and tender Roasted Brussels sprouts - deeply caramelized and flavorful Entrées Grilled salmon with vegetables - cooked perfectly and paired with simple, fresh sides Shrimp over black ink pasta - rich, briny, and beautifully plated with garlic and wine sauce Dessert Truffles and mascarpone - light, creamy, and just decadent enough ‍ Service: Friendly, knowledgeable, and never rushed. One of the owners made special selections just for us and the staff was attentive without hovering. Price: Moderate to slightly upscale ($25-$35 for entrées), but worth every bite. Quick Summary: Food: 5/5 - Fresh ingredients, classic flavors, perfectly cooked Service: 5/5 - Warm, attentive, and accommodating Ambiance: 5/5 - Cozy, sunny, and ideal for lingering over lunch Location: 5/5 - Heart of Polk Street, great energy Final Thought: If you're looking for a comforting Italian meal with a touch of elegance and a seat by the window to take in the neighborhood scene, Ti Piacera truly lives up to its name. read more