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A16 - San Francisco, San Francisco, CA
Award-winning

A16 - San Francisco

4.6 (5097)
$31 to $50
Italian
2355 Chestnut St., San Francisco, CA 94123

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2 people
9:00 PM
Booked 38 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
Takeout or Delivery available at a16pizza.com from noon to 9 pm.

Please note - standard tables are located in our main dining room and covered atrium room. High top tables are in our intimate, cozy wine bar towards the front of the restaurant. You can reserve the chef's counter as well. Walk-in reservations welcome.

A16 is a Michelin rated and James Beard Award Winning restaurant bringing the delicious and hospitable traditions of lively Campania to San Francisco. The chic, rustic/modernist venue is named after the motorway that transverses the South of Italy. Executive Chef Yosuke Machida carefully selects local, organic produce and meats to prepare a daily menu specializing in wood oven-fired Neapolitan pizza, braised meatballs, vibrant salads, pasta and local meats and seafood dishes. Owner Shelley Lindgren works closely with a well-versed, hospitable service team to bring one of the SF Bay Area's celebrated wine and food destinations.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Californian
  • Hours of operation
    Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (415) 771-2216
  • Website
    http://www.a16pizza.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Yosuke Machida
  • Catering
    We offer several ways to enjoy our food and drinks at your home, office, or other special event.<br />From sandwiches and lunch boxes for your office event, or family style for larger groups- for pickup or delivery, we'll create a custom A16 experience just for you. Contact info@a16sf.com for booking information.
  • Private party facilities
    A16 offers several options for your event. We can bring our mobile (wood fired) pizza oven on location, or serve your group from our full menu- allow our experienced event staff and sommelier services to make your event unforgettable. Please email info@a16sf.com for booking information.
  • Private party contact
    Angela: (415) 771-2216
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    2355 Chestnut St., San Francisco, CA 94123
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2023
    2. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
  • Neighborhood
    Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio
  • Cross street
    Scott St
  • Parking details
    Public lot nearby.
  • Public transit
    Muni: 30
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 5,097 people are saying

A16 - San Francisco reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
A16 in San Francisco is celebrated for its "amazing ambiance" and "delicious food," offering a cozy Italian dining experience. Highlights include "fabulous wine pairings" and "exceptional pizzas." While some reviews mention noise and service inconsistencies, the "friendly staff" and "authentic Italian cuisine" make it a top choice for both locals and visitors.
5,097 Reviews

  1. Sherry VIP

    Los Angeles34 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service!! A little loud but not terrible. The cannellini beans were absolutely delicious! Halibut and salad also terrific. Highly recommended!

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  2. Joel

    Chicago / Illinois2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Went to A16 around 2021–2022 when they earned their Michelin star and absolutely loved it—great food, great vibe. Unfortunately, things have gone downhill since then. Visited tonight and the pizza was bitter and burnt, with a charred crust that overpowered everything. It was genuinely unpleasant, and we ended up leaving much of it. The dining room was also incredibly loud—we could barely hear each other across the table. We were there for my partner's birthday which was noted in our reservation but our server failed to acknowledge it. I understand places get busy but recognizing a special occasion is such a basic hospitality gesture—it left the night feeling impersonal and overlooked. I'd skip it for many better options around the Marina.

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  3. Becki VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Have gone to A16 on and off throughout the years and always valued the excellent Italian food and extensive Italian wine list. Waitress this time was excellent, but the menu was limited and the the food just OK; certainly overpriced for the quality. First choice of wine was on the wine list but not available. Chocolate tart desert was dry and bland. There are so many excellent restaurants in San Francisco, so I will probably not be returning to A16.

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  4. Elizabeth

    Portland / Oregon2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thankfully hostess helped us change tables. The noise level was horrible. Food is amazing; wonderful explorations of fresh cuisine in new ways. Service is always extraordinary.

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  5. Taylor

    San Francisco Bay Area4 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Great location and vibes for a date night but not a fan of the food. we ordered the chicken and gnocchi, plus mushroom pizza. Not a fan of the vision of the entrees. Smells and tastes were funky in my opinion, and I’m a traditional fan of Italian dishes. Service and location were perfect though. Only issue was the food itself. Not worth the hype.

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  6. Manthos

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent, service was fast, staff were very polite and friendly. Very professional would definitely revisit! PS Pizza was ace.

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  7. Steve VIP

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was recommended to request the counter, and we were seated in front of the entree chef. What a treat! We watched our chicken, pork chop, and halibut entrees prepared and cooked in a wood fired oven right before us. All were excellent, with a nod to the pork chop. Staff are very attentive. The restaurant ambiance is warm and inviting, and full of energy; a perfect blend of fun and festive; but not overly loud. Very highly recommended!

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  8. andrea

    San Francisco Bay Area3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The pizza and pasta was phenomenal. The staff was very friendly and attentive without being overbearing.

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  9. Judd VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great meal for date night or just friends going out. All around perfect!

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  10. Henry

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    3.0

    Dined on June 18, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Pizza was smothered in red sauce gnocchi with heavy not light and fluffy

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FAQs

A16 - San Francisco offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 771-2216.

A16 - San Francisco is rated 4.6 stars by 5097 OpenTable diners.

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

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  4. San Francisco
  5. Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio

Make a reservation

2 people
9:00 PM
Booked 38 times today
Google Map for A16 - San Francisco

2355 Chestnut St., San Francisco, CA 94123

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2023
    2. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
  • Cross street
    Scott St
  • Neighborhood
    Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio
  • Hours of operation
    Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Californian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public lot nearby.
  • Public transit
    Muni: 30
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Yosuke Machida
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Website
    http://www.a16pizza.com/
  • Phone number
    (415) 771-2216
  • Catering
    We offer several ways to enjoy our food and drinks at your home, office, or other special event.<br />From sandwiches and lunch boxes for your office event, or family style for larger groups- for pickup or delivery, we'll create a custom A16 experience just for you. Contact info@a16sf.com for booking information.
  • Private party facilities
    A16 offers several options for your event. We can bring our mobile (wood fired) pizza oven on location, or serve your group from our full menu- allow our experienced event staff and sommelier services to make your event unforgettable. Please email info@a16sf.com for booking information.
  • Private party contact
    Angela: (415) 771-2216

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