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Cafe Zoetrope, San Francisco, CA
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This restaurant now offers Takeout

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Cafe Zoetrope

4.7
4.7
260 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
Taking its name from the production company of legendary film creator Francis Ford Coppola, Café Zoetrope in San Francisco, CA is tucked into the landmark Sentinel Building. A European style café, it offers authentic Italian fare in an unforgettable setting. It also serves up wine from Coppola's vineyard to work perfectly with the dishes.

The menu at Café Zoetrope is perfect for a family or group of friends, including shareable starters like the picatta tray full of cheeses and meats. There are many large and amazingly fresh salads, panini sandwiches and impressive house specialties at Café Zoetrope. Plenty of pasta options along with pizza and calzones keep things casual, and there are many fun cocktails to savor if you prefer.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 7 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (415) 291-1700
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Owned/operated by
    Women
  • Executive chef
    Lidia Valledor
  • Neighborhood
    North Beach
  • Cross street
    Columbus Ave.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 260 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco

    Good for business meals

260 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing as always

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  2. CinRog

    San Diego

    14 reviews

    3.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall3food1service4ambience4
    The food was ok. They changed the fee that employers charge when they don’t want to pay their employees a living wage and then charge the customers the fee.

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  3. Robbie

    San Francisco

    29 reviews

    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely part of San Francisco. Servers were friendly and welcoming. Food was delicious. A lovely place for lunch or dinner

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  4. sfconcierge

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on August 23, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Absolutely wonderful place! My favorite in North Beach.

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  5. KerreH

    Kansas City

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Highly recommend! Atmosphere was classy and relaxed, everyone was warm and welcoming, service was top-notch, and of course the food was delicious. A perfect experience.

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  6. MichaelS

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on June 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What an absolute delight this place is! Food is phenomenal and the staff are friendly, welcoming, and attentive. Highly recommend.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 25, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience4
    We arrived around 6pm for a 6:15pm reservation for 3. The host seated us in front of the restaurant right by the front entrance. We kindly asked if we could be seated in the back as there were many open tables for 3-4 people. He gave a cold shoulder and said those are reserved. Well we had a reservation too. Just couldn’t understand why he could not be more accommodating. It was noisy in the front and the table by the front door consistently has cold breezes coming in whenever people were in and out. Our server was wonderful though. She was very attentive. My dish was grilled short ribs and it was as super tough despite it was medium. Overall, I might give it another try if I am in the area and have no other better options.

    1 person found this helpful

  8. DawnM

    Columbus

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on June 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Caesar salad was amazing! My family tried 3 different pasta dishes: spaghetti & meatballs, penne all Arrabbiata & spaghetti Pomodoro. All were delicious! The atmosphere was relaxing with great photos to look at. When we return to San Francisco, we will be sure to visit again!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    The food was absolutely delicious. The service was great, and my date and I had a wonderful time!!!!

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  10. CherylK

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was a wonderful surprise in San Francisco! I had the Chicken Cacciatore and my friend had the Lamb Shank with Polenta. Both meals were excellent and the potions were large. The staff was excellent and attentive, but not overbearing. Will definitely come back on my next trip to SF.

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was amazing. We went for a birthday, and they made it extremely special. The food was delicious. 

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  12. John

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Quiet and good food and wine. What more could you want?

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  13. MariyaP

    San Francisco

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great service and delicious food. The carbonara is very good and their pizzas are delicious.

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  14. HawaiiVisitor

    San Francisco

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I always enjoy my Dining Experience at Cafe Zoetrope!! Food was delicious! Service from Sophia was outstanding. As was the wine. Looking forward to my next visit.

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  15. oldenoughtoknow

    San Francisco

    244 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    244 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very good and always a value during San Francisco Restaurant Week.

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  16. Larry

    San Francisco

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous late lunch in a historic building with the ambiance of an aristocrat. The cocktails were perfect (sazeracs, lemon drops) and the Caesar salad may be the best I've had in years. We were delighted with the mushroom lasagna that practically melted in our mouths and the arugula pizza was literally amazing!

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  17. OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 23, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience4
    Amazing building and great food. Pasta, pizza, and salad were all good. Service was excellent.

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  18. Cooper

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Cafe Zoetrope is my favorite eatery. The House Specialty Caesar Salad is so special and the Penne Arribiatta is my favorite. Service is impeccable, ambience is calm, quiet, and relaxing.

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  19. richshoe

    San Francisco

    59 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    59 reviews

    Dined on February 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always consistently good. Busy lunch crowd with many international tourists.

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Food was good, not great. The chocolate mousse was amazing though. Service was excellent.

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 31, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lentil soup and Caesar salad were 10s!

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  22. SusanT

    San Francisco

    76 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    76 reviews

    Dined on December 30, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    We had a delicious and cozy meal. Thank you.

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  23. LocalSFODiner

    San Francisco

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on December 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great salads and pasta. Special mention for the Americano.

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  24. NaomiH

    San Francisco

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on November 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a great time for a family birthday outing! Our server was fantastic. They made efforts to accommodate a late change in our party size. The food was delicious, and the birthday treat was thoughtful.

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  25. AnnD

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Such an enjoyable eating experience!

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  26. Monster

    Denver

    65 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    65 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Been years since I visited. Wait staff was incredible. Food was great. Got caught up in Francis Ford Coppola latest exploits. Great evening.

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  27. AntzinCV

    San Francisco

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went to celebrate November Bdays and we had a wonderful time! Our server was very attentive and gave great recommendations. We had the meat/cheese platter, cobb salad, minestrone soup, carbonara, and spaghetti w/meatballs. The minestrone was different from what we expected but everything was good.

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  28. Gretchen

    San Francisco

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I stopped in for lunch on a weekend afternoon. Service was quick and pleasant and the food was delish! I love this spot.

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  29. Somapeep

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved it, so fun , service friendly and good. We loved the stories!

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  30. AudreyL

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Polite and accommodating staff. Perfect spot for a quiet, relaxed dinner.

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  31. SFJL

    San Francisco

    28 reviews

    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This place is just so classy. The lighting is beautiful, the decor is lovely, and the food is always good. It is in a historical building - The Flatiron Building - and it is well located to visit Chinatown and North Beach. I have never been disappointed here and have been coming for many years. Great Coppola posters and ephemera as well.

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  32. GaryW

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 22, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Zoetrope was great. Dined during restaurant week. It's owned by Francis Ford Coppola so obviously there is movie memorabilia covering the walls. The building itself has an interesting history. Food was great. Service was great.

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  33. Yountville

    San Francisco

    62 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    62 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I love this place and come here anytime I’m in the City for lunch. I usually get a back table that’s quiet and I can catch up on emails between my meetings. Or sit outside if the weather is nice or have my dog with me. Great food, super service and full bar.

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  34. Debpiv

    San Francisco

    111 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    111 reviews

    Dined on October 9, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Good wine selections from Inglenook, soup special hearty and yummy, good selection of salads, pizza and pasta, just what you would expect with a restaurant affiliated with Francis Coppola

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  35. ThomasB

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic experience, a wine bar with simple Italian fare. Dine and drink at a sidewalk table and watch the world go by.

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Aniversario

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  37. Cooper

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on September 21, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My favorite eatery for great food, privacy, and outstanding service!

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  38. anthony

    Philadelphia

    288 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    288 reviews

    Dined on September 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Second time here. great spot. An authentic Coppola experience. Food and service were great. Glad to come back next time I am in SF.

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  39. Valiant1000

    New York Area

    98 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    98 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2022

    overall3food4service4ambience3
    What we had was good. The staff was very attentive. We had a rather noisy table next to us which was a distraction. Other than that we would go back.

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  40. JacksonC

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The café was a very good experience. Particularly enjoyed the basil pizza

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff temperature check required

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Cafe Zoetrope using the Order Online button. Cafe Zoetrope also offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Cafe Zoetrope also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 291-1700.

Cafe Zoetrope is rated 4.7 stars by 260 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 7 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Cafe Zoetrope

916 Kearny Street, San Francisco, CA 94133

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Columbus Ave.
  • Neighborhood
    North Beach
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Owned/operated by
    Women
  • Executive chef
    Lidia Valledor
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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