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Cotogna San Francisco Reviews
Thoroughly enjoyed our meal! Probably in our top 10 SF
Thoroughly enjoyed our meal! Probably in our top 10 SF restaurants. the butter corn pasta is a MUST. Initially we were skeptical, but it's almost like a dessert pasta -- sweet but not too sweet. I really enjoyed the blue fin crudo and Arancini as well. Service could have been a little faster but they were very attentive overall. We sat outside and it was a beautiful day but they also provide blankets and individual heaters above each table.
Hands down one of the best places to go to for Italian food.
The service makes you feel like you are some high VP person. Waiters are so nice, come and explain everything to you as they are bringing it out. We were vegetarians as well, and when we were ordering a dessert we didn't realize that the top layer would be made of beef. The waiters remembered we were vegetarians and told us to not order it. It's simple things like that. Inside seating is amazing, but outside is also really nice. Their choices of vegetarian pasta and pizza are absolutely delicious. I usually don't like corn dishes, and squash either. But it was absolutely delicious. I was surprised at how good the food was here!! Highly recommend.
My pasta wasn't what I expected & to my surprise the
My pasta wasn't what I expected & to my surprise the manager and the bartender went above and beyond to value what I had to say and make the situation right . Customer service is sometimes lacking and I have to say everyone here is so kind . I also was introduced to earthy meat like mushrooms here that were truly chefs kiss .. I would love to try the squash blossom pizza so I will definitely be back ! Service 10 out of 10 !!! Thanks
A friend selected this location the evening before we went.
She was able to secure a reservation (CC required) for 8pm on a Saturday night for outdoor seating. The restaurant is located along the edge of the financial district and north beach. I was able to find street parking right away. We are early and they were able to seat us right away. All the outdoor seating has heaters, plus they had throws if needed. They were needed. It's SF - factor on the micro climates! The FOOD and STAFF were amazing. The staff was well versed on the menu and the background of the dishes (the village where the cheese is from, the flour with pollen something and fennel something) - my friend and I were eager to experience the food lore of the foreign Italian locations! As we were seated outside it was not all that noisy (not much traffic on Saturday). It seemed a little noisier inside. The inside space was lovely and lively. The food was tasty, arrived well paced. The staff was impressively on top of clearing the table, changing dishes etc. A lot of great options on the menu. Everything we ate was delicious.
I wish I could give more than 5 stars.
This place is incredible. Food was out of this world, and the service could not have been more amazing. I went for my anniversary with my boyfriend and they even printed us placemats saying happy anniversary with our names on it. I cannot wait for the day I get to go back. I salivate just thinking about this place. One of my favorite restaurants in the city by far. The outdoor seating was so cute (that's where I sat). They had heaters and blankets and beautiful furniture. I just love this place.
was so excited about finally trying cotogna! everything was
was so excited about finally trying cotogna! everything was absolutely delicious and surprisingly light for italian food! my favourite dishes were the corn pasta and the arancini, and the salad was also surprisingly delicious
Very high quality Italian food.
Not cheap, but a great option if you're looking for a special night out. Service was very good, and all the food we tried was amazing. We especially liked their selection of homemade pastas. This place also has some of the nicest parklets in the city, so don't be afraid to sit outside even in cold nights. Definitely get a reservation, as it's very popular. You'll likely need to book well in advance.
This place has been on my list for a while and it didn't
This place has been on my list for a while and it didn't disappoint! Top notch service, fresh and local ingredients, warm & inviting ambiance. Perfect spot for a client dinner / impressing guests!
07/04/24 - summer season Noting when we came because they
07/04/24 - summer season Noting when we came because they serve up new dishes as the days change The filling of the corn triangole (literally) is a creamy potage that could warm your tummy on a cold (northern Italian?) day and certainly warmed our spirits on this day of brilliant American independence Also if you think about it, you rarely find corn as the featured ingredient on an entree and this was the highlight of our 4 dishes. As someone who's never had cooked fig before, it was simply a delight to try the tart n sweet balsamic vinegar glaze on the fig and perfectly roasted onion app And our second pasta, the rabbit pappardelle, was not a heavy entre even with the meat and sauce. A light and hearty end to the main course. Torta croccante was a delectable ferroro rocher cake on a plate with hazelnut ice cream. Yum. Bit rich though so could've done with bit of fruit or another acid to break that down Ryan, our server + bartender extraordinaire, was thoughtful, knowledgeable about kitchen practices, the dishes, and their supply chain even just a few weeks into the job. Also complimented me on my fig app strategy to pair with the entrees ;) With an elevated dining experience in an upscale part of SF, Cotogna could be your next date night spot if you like farm fresh and inventive Italian. Would recommend and come again
Great anniversary dinner.
Was dressed very causal after a day of sight seeing and greeted and treated like a million bucks. Sommelier was spot on with recommendation and wine service. Dining room was warm and lively but not loud.
One of the harder tables to get
Two notches below Vetri Cucina @ Philly, yet itโs the golden boy on the block. Says everything about SF food scene. (Food wise)
Make a reservation well in advance!
My second visit did not disappoint. Went early and sat at the bar. Amazing pasta. Great wine list. Cozy atmosphere and ample outdoor seating. Walking distance from Embarcadero area.
I visited this place for lunch on Monday, and I must say,
I visited this place for lunch on Monday, and I must say, it was beyond my expectations. The place is packed, but the food is fantastic. Their pizzas are a must try. It's a fun and vibrant place to be. I am planning to go there for dinner next time.
Walked in on a sunny Saturday afternoon at around 4pm and
Walked in on a sunny Saturday afternoon at around 4pm and was able to get seated immediately inside (iykyk how hard it is to get a rez at Cotogna) The restaurant was still pretty busy and full, but the staff and sommelier did a great job introducing the menu, and recommended a crisp Chardonnay that we loved! The food was great but not make a reservation 1-2 months in advance amazing, and it's pricey. My favorites were the Sunchoke cappelletti - the sunchoke chips adds a great texture on the luscious cream and filling, and I appreciated how they used the sunchoke in different ways in the dish. Unique and worth trying! The pork chops were juicy and tender, I always like to order pork at restaurants because it's quite difficult to be made well at home and this delivered! The other two pasta dishes were good but nothing special imo. The ambiance of this place was so lively, great for a get together or dates. I would recommend trying Cotogna if you get a chance! (But I personally wouldn't go through the trouble of making a rez here)
This place was decently priced for what you get!!
This place was decently priced for what you get!! Personally I still like other Italian restaurants better but it was worth the visit. The Agnolotti was not my favorite. Basically no sauce it's just like the soup juice from the beef that's inside the mini raviolis. The mushroom tagliatelle was amazing - delicious creamy mushroom flavors. The vanilla with honeycomb pieces inside was also delicious. Outside seating was very cute and peaceful. Service was okay, we had 2 waiters but only the second one was knowledgeable.
Absolutely outstanding every time! Food, service,
Absolutely outstanding every time! Food, service, ambiance-a very special place that should be enjoyed!
This is one of my favorite restaurants in the city! The
This is one of my favorite restaurants in the city! The quality of the dishes and the service are always outstanding. Not to mention how cozy the outdoor dining is with the blankets and heat lamps. Always a go to for me!
Service: Our waiter was so sweet and patient with my 82
Service: Our waiter was so sweet and patient with my 82 year old mother, whose birthday we were celebrating. He enthusiastically explained and re-explained to her the different types of pasta and dishes. She loved the extra touch of her placemat noting her birthday (she made sure I took a photo of it for her ;) ) as well as the complementary scoop of gelato w/ a candle. Thank you for making it such a good and memorable experience for her. Food: Everything we ate was delicious from the raviolo, arancini, housemade focaccia we had as appetizers to the agnolotti (my husband is still talking about that!) and other pasta w/ ragu to the steak with a side of white beans and brussels sprouts. My favorite bite was having some of the steak with some of the olive oil mixture from the beans! Heaven! We have been to Florence/Italy quite a bit and ate a lot of incredible food there and this was one of the best Italian meals we have had. Parking: We came on a Saturday for lunch and was able to find street parking on Broadway after circling a bit. There are a few outdoor self-parking lots nearby for ~$20. Atmosphere: The atmosphere was just perfect. Casual, friendly, and welcoming. Couples, families with kids, etc. were all having a lovely time. Kudos to the whole staff.
I agree with so many.
The service and ambience was great. The food really misses the mark. Out of 4 dishes 3 were severely oversalted. The Chicken was so salty I could not eat it. The only dish of the 4 that actually tased good was the agnolotti which was perfectly cooked and had a beautiful reduction. Please take the salt away from the kitchen. It is way over the top. Thank you.
My very favorite restaurant in San Francisco.
Always fresh and innovative food. A must
Food: 4-5/5 Service: 5/5 Value: 4/5 Ambiance: Upper
Food: 4-5/5 Service: 5/5 Value: 4/5 Ambiance: Upper casual Been here twice as of this post. My first experience was better, but that seasonal menu better suited my taste. Quality is excellent, flavors are very thoughtful, but portions do leave you wanting more (at least in my opinion). Service is very professional and top notch. Waiters are extremely attentive. The outdoor seating has good decor, heaters and gives you an experience where you don't necessarily feel as if you are outdoor. Will continue to come again.
We had been trying to get a reservation here for a very
We had been trying to get a reservation here for a very long time but finally saw a table open up during the week and were beyond excited. I am pleased to report we had a great time. The service throughout the evening was very helpful but with the right amount of space. Staff were very knowledge in recommendations as well. The cocktails and wine across the board were also delicious. For food, we started with the Little Gem Hearts which was crisp, fresh and a very good start to the meal. For mains we ordered a Potato Gnocchi, a Raviolo and the Agnolotti. The pasta was super fresh, the sauces, fillings, and finishing touches were all delicious and made for a great bite every time! For dessert we tried the Bomboloni and the Olive Oil gelato which I highly recommend!! While we didn't get to try the pizza or focaccia, we're 100% going back!
Delicious food only surpassed by extraordinary service
Don't get me wrong, food is wonderful. 3 pasta dishes were superb; creative sauces and pastas that simply don't get any better. A Focaccia from a specific region in N. Italy, was a taste sensation. An Italian Chardonnay was beautifully balanced. Even so, the extraordinary service, exemplified by Alfredo, Mario & David, deserves special mention, a perfect combination of knowledge, friendliness and respect, such a hard trio to deliver, but delivered by all at Cotogna, so consider this a 5+ rating!
Great Meal
Great spot in Jackson Square area. Outdoor seating with heaters or indoors. Italian menu with very high quality food. Run by the same folks as Quince (Michelin 3 star). Server never brought my beer and despite saying she would bring parmesan never did.
Delicious!
We sampled several of the dishes and the meal was delicious. Spuntini: gnocco fritto with prosciutto, gorgonzola and pickled onion Antipasti: little gem salad with blue cheese, asian pear and walnut Pasta: sunchoke tortelli, agnolotti del pin, pappardelle Pizza: sopressata In addition to the great food, we loved the ambience. We were seated inside, but the outdoor seating also looked very cozy. Overall, I'd recommend for business dinners or date nights.
A mixed bag
This is a highly regarded restaurant that we were both pleased about and disappointed in. The service was exceptional - A+ - with knowledgeable and helpful staff throughout. The outside sitting area is one of the nicest of all the covid era outside dining areas. Tables are comfortable, at a distance from each other, there are lovely plantings and a nice barrier. Another A+. The food was a disappointment however: among the four of us only one had a truly exceptional dish - the radiatori -pork ragu. The quail and sea bream were fine but didn't live up to our expectations, nor did the spaghetti. Apple tart with gelato was delicious. A word of caution: the inside space was full and very very loud! If you're looking for a quiet evening sit outside. So, a mixed bag.
COTOGNA - SIMPLY THE BEST!
We absolutely love Cotogna. YES, we believe one of the best restaurants in San Francisco. From food to wine to service it is outstanding . But it is very difficult to get reservations - especially when we live in Utah and fly in with a short term plan of arrival. Dining at Cotogna is an amazing experience. If possible plan ahead.
Anniversary Lunch
We found this place because it was close to the hotel we stayed at. We enjoyed our walk over. Look at the menu was a little intimidating because we couldnโt pronounce any of them! But our server was super nice and extremely helpful when we asked questions. We took his suggestion with the ravioli & corn platesโฆeverything was perfect! It was great experience to have lunch here for our 8 yr anniversary
Date night in SF
It was good but not five star. I didnโt like the fact that our wine was kept away from table and were reliant on someone bringing the bottle to table. I also thought it was overpriced for what is essentially pasta dishes (more than twice what youโd pay in Italy). Food pretty tasty though and the restaurant ambience was excellent. Would I go back - at a push. I think other options for an Italian would have to be explored first.
Always a joy to eat here.
The food in incredible and the service and ambiance to match. Many many regulars here.
The restaurant has a very nice interior.
I definitely got a snobbish vibe from some of the workers though who probably didn't think I fit in or could afford to eat here. They didnt say it, but I could sense it. Probably because I didn't have a button up shirt or suit on. I dress comfortable everywhere I go. But, I got the tagliatelle with ragu. It. Was good, but nothing great. It was what it was supposed to be. I shouldn't have gotten such a basic dish. I asked for hot tea l, but it wasn't hot. There are some things on the menu that seem more interesting that I wouldn't mind going back to try. Hopefully next time without the snobbishness.
Finally went to Cotogna after wanting to dine here for a
Finally went to Cotogna after wanting to dine here for a while. I made a reservation after a friend mentioned that it's better to do so, and now I highly recommend others do the same prior to visiting (walk-ins are accepted, but I wasn't inclined to wait more than an hour personally). The reservation process was online so it was easy (but the only available times when I booked were around late afternoon / early dinner). I mentioned in the reservation that we were going to be celebrating my husband's birthday. On the day-of, we arrived a little early and the table was already ready - it was a pleasant surprise to see custom "Happy Birthday" placemats laid on the table for us (and a clean third one that they had wrapped up to-go as a little souvenir). One benefit of going for an early dinner is that the sun was still out, which made for a nicer/warmer environment outside, and we saw the sunset. Even without the sun though, there were plenty of heaters and even a throw blanket prepped for each customer. (I didn't use the blanket, but it was such a nice and thoughtful touch!)Since we were there to celebrate, we splurged a bit with a bottle of sparkling wine recommended by the staff and several dishes to share:- Prosciutto with gnocco fritto & Lambrusco pickled onions (sooo good, and not too heavy)- Mortadella with buffalo mozzarella, pistachio & castelvetrano olives (I love buffalo mozzarella on pizza so this was a no-brainer to order)- Agnolotti del plin "2003" con sugo di arrosto (more yumz!)- Raviolo di ricotta (a surprise addition from them)As someone from northern Italy, my husband only had amazing things to say about the food at Cotogna which seemed more familiar to him than dishes at other Italian restaurants in the city. Besides the food, the staff were all so friendly and helpful (heater on? sure. heater off? no problem. more wine? absolutely). We're definitely hungry for more and will be back soon!
Good food! I usually don't like cannoli much, but I love it
Good food! I usually don't like cannoli much, but I love it for the first time! The quantity of food is small, so you might want share many dishes with your friends. Ravioli was the best!
our favorite restaurant in San Francisco.
the food, the service, and the ambiance can't be beat. we've celebrated several special occasions here at our family is still talking about it years later. the bistecca is an absolutely must - it's so worth it. the pizzas and pastas are all amazing. highly recommend the raviolo! you really can't go wrong with anything on the menu.
Best Italian in SF!Took a recommendation from a friend to
Best Italian in SF!Took a recommendation from a friend to check this place out and was not let down. The starters (focaccia bread and fried gnocchi with procuitto, Gorgonzola and pickled onions) were out of this world. I was impressed by how light the gnocchi was.Had the agnolotti with beef for my main, and it was ridiculously tasty. Portion size was perfect; I left full but not sick bloated full. You can tell the service staff and cooks take pride and passion in what they do- we were well treated here.Would strongly recommend!!
We enjoyed a fantastic meal at Cotogna on our recent
We enjoyed a fantastic meal at Cotogna on our recent vacation. The focaccia bread, prosciutto plater, little gems salad, carbonara pizza and all four pastas we ate were incredible. Flavors were on point and the attention to quality in preparation and execution were on point. The wines by the glass were delicious and our waiter was very patient with us as we could barely understand what anything was on the menu.The only thing that prevented me from giving this place five stars was that when they cleared our table of the appetizers and pizza, they threw way the last two pieces of our pizza and didn't ask if we wanted to continue working on it or have it boxed up. I assumed because this was a restaurant with great service, they took the liberty of boxing it to go for us while we enjoyed our entrees. But that wasn't the case and we were disappointed to not find it with the rest of the pasta we took home with us.Lesson learned. Next time we'll be sure to communicate more clearly with the staff that we wanted to continue to enjoy that carbonara pizza. It was quite delicious and we'll definitely be back to enjoy that, and the other great dishes, again then next time we're in the city.
First time coming to this restaurant and the food, service,
First time coming to this restaurant and the food, service, and ambiance was amazing. David O. made the experience so much better. Highly recommend checking out this spot.
Beyond delicious.
We liked every single thing, which is rare for us. Yummy yummy and excellent service.
the best pasta in SF! The house-made pasta was impressive
the best pasta in SF! The house-made pasta was impressive (both the texture & the taste). I also really enjoyed their desserts & appetizers :)What did I try:* Prosciutto (would recommend)* Crab Tagliolini (pic 4; I loved this)* Agnolotti (pic 2)* Panna Cotta (my favorite dessert)* Polenta Torta (so good)
My boyfriend and I came here to celebrate his job promotion
My boyfriend and I came here to celebrate his job promotion and Cotogna had the placemats say "We're celebrating *name*!!", which was such a nice touch. Service was amazing. We ordered the prosciutto for appetizer which was so so yummy and came with a bread-like side, blue cheese, and pickled onions. For the mains, we ordered the carbonara pizza (5/5) and agnolotti (4/5). Would definitely come back to try some other menu items!
had high expectations and they were (mostly) met.
ambiance is lovely, server was EXTREMELY attentive, and it was easy to have a conversation indoors. but overall i thought the food should have been consistently better for the price.Broccoli di ciccio and carbonara pizzas - both were good but not amazing. crust was thin/delicate like in rome and perfectly cooked but IMO could have used more flavor. Tagliolini with dungeness crab - this was somewhat of a disappointment. it was really creamy but didn't taste much like crab.Fresh Run Farm sunchoke tortelli - OMG my favorite pasta. the filling and sauce were so good.Raviolo di ricotta - lives up to the hype. brown butter!!Olive oil panna cotta - delicious but not especially memorableGianduja crostata with Frangelico gelato - tasty but overall every part of it was a little too sweet Pan dulces with rum caramel & vanilla gelato - incredible!! one of the best desserts i can remember. would come back just for this and the sunchoke pasta.
It was nice that the dining room was not crowded and we
It was nice that the dining room was not crowded and we could enjoy a quiet birthday dinner. Food was exquisite as was the service. Cotogna was our best dining experience in 2022 and so far the same is true for 2023.
Had a splendid meal at Cotogna and wouldn't want it any
Had a splendid meal at Cotogna and wouldn't want it any other way! We had outdoor reservations this past week and thankfully the weather was perfect for it. They have many heaters and blankets to ensure you are cozy and ready to eat some delicious food. Once we were seated we ended up ordering:* raviolo di ricotta - this is super popular here and it's a creamy rich ravioli stuffed with ricotta and an egg. This was delicious and went well with the brown butter sauce* sunchoke tortelli - this were stuffed tortellis and absolutely delicious. The filling was creamy and yummy and I couldn't stop eating! I loved the crispy sunchokes on top as well* tagliolini with crab - this was my favorite - it was light and creamy, delicious and flavorful and the whole dish went perfectly together. * panna cotta - light, creamy and delicious. The mandarin and pistachios on top added the best crunch and tart I could ask for. Overall, wonderful experience, with the service being top notch and impeccable. I can't wait to come back!
Horrible experience with the hostess.
Stood outside for an hour, didn't get a seat, tons were open. In past offered drink, but nothing and it was raining. Good pasta, poor attitudes. Too bad, easy fix
Just WOW! Every dish and bite was a taste sensation! We
Just WOW! Every dish and bite was a taste sensation! We were a little hesitant to sit outside on a misty and cool SF eve, but the parklet was so cool...we were warm with help from the beautiful blankets and heaters and we enjoyed the fun tunes. Next visit we will request the outdoor seating again! Can't wait to come back and bring our kids who are serious foodies like ourselves! We loved our knowledgeable server Daniel too!
Cotogna let people walking in without reservation and
Cotogna let people walking in without reservation and stealing from their patrons yet doesn't take any responsibility about it. Think about this for a second. I got my purse stolen inside the restaurant while dining with friends, and Cotogna took zero responsibility. I'm feeling sick about the whole thing, stolen purse, wallet, id, credit cards, keys and personal stuff etc. There's video footage and a police report. Yet zero empathy zero action by the Cotogna. Have a better safety protocol. Have your hostess check in your guests and seat them at their tables. The whole experience and their manager, Dan, lying about the facts and making up excuses is deeply disturbing. Sickening. Please be aware and go have a lovely Italian meal somewhere else in the city with some decency.
Deposit
I was really looking forward to visiting this restaurant during our upcoming visit in March. I had admitted to unfortunately booking a reservation in February instead of March as an error and I had reached out to management regarding this explaining my situation with the intention of still going in March and they still charged me the US$100.00 with no alternative to utilizing the credit for future visit. Management was rigid, unaccommodating and inflexible. For a restaurant that prides themselves with โexcellent serviceโ this was not the case.
Melt in your mouth pasta!
Amazing food and great service! We celebrated my birthday tonight and they had paper placemats wishing me a happy birthday! The Arancini and the pasta was unbelievably delicious! Definitely make a reservation and eat here! We sat outside and it was lovely:-)
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