Award-winning

Delfina Restaurant

Name: Delfina Restaurant
Address: 3621 18th Street, San Francisco, CA, United States, 94110
Telephone: (415) 552-4055
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8 (1120)

$31 to $50

Italian

3621 18th Street, San Francisco, CA 94110

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2 people

Jun 30, 2025

7:30 PM

Booked 51 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem
Lively

Delfina is a bustling, James Beard Award-winning neighborhood trattoria in San Francisco’s Mission District. Owned by Anne and Craig Stoll.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Pizzeria
Hours of operation
Mon–Sat 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(415) 552-4055
Website
http://www.delfinasf.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Craig Stoll

Location
3621 18th Street, San Francisco, CA 94110
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Neighborhood
Mission District
Cross street
Guerrero Street
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Alois Lageder BTG Takeover
Jul 23, 2025 only
On Wednesday, July 23, we’re handing over the wine list at Delfina to Clemens Lageder of Alois Lageder for a one-night-only takeover. Come sip your way through a curated lineup of bright, expressive biodynamic wines from Northern Italy- available by the glass, half-glass, flight, and bottle- alongside our daily changing menu. Clemens will be in the house to pour, chat, and keep the vibe just right.

What 1,120 people are saying

Delfina Restaurant 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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Delfina Restaurant in San Francisco is a beloved staple, celebrated for its "exceptional food," "friendly staff," and "warm atmosphere." Guests rave about the "delicious pasta," "thoughtful wine list," and "impeccable service." Despite occasional noise, the "lively ambiance" and seasonal menu keep patrons returning. A must-visit for Italian cuisine enthusiasts.

1,120 Reviews

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Daniel L
San Francisco Bay Area6 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent, attentive service, thoughtful and delicious menu, varied and reasonably priced wine list. Noise level 1-2 tics too high, especially when two people sitting at a small table directly across from each other can only intermittently be understood.
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OpenTable Diner VIP
San Francisco Bay Area1 review
5.0
Dined on June 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always feel so welcomed at Delfina. Minor updates to menu were great, especially the Crudo. Pasta was 10 / 10! The wait staff was incredibly kind and positively conversational— made us feel so right at home.
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Gregory
San Francisco Bay Area7 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service and food were great. Always a must when in SF.
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Fred VIP
San Francisco Bay Area16 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food - you must order the whole fish! Very good wine list at reasonable prices.
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Scott P VIP
Dallas - Fort Worth22 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 17, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Charming restaurant. Very different than the norm with different types of nontradiational pastas and off label liquors and wines. Delicious food. Small interior fills up quickly.
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Janice VIP
Washington, D.C. Area40 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Great space with amazing bar! Still has staying power. Food was excellent with the halibut crudo being a star! Deviled eggs were a bit small and chintzy. Whole fish was excellent. The spaghetti was not as good as I remember it! Price was high. Service was good but not outstanding. Parking sucks!!
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ron
San Francisco Bay Area4 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Lovely meal and great service but unfortunately the noise level makes normal conversation very difficult
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Dr. Barbara
San Francisco Bay Area6 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What an exquisite meal from beginning to end! The food was perfect and delicious. They have a lovely wine selection. Service is prompt but not rushed, warm and friendly. I didn’t notice much about the room as I was so involved with the meal!
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Karen
Houston4 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Overall great food and good ambiance. Waiter was very knowledgeable about menu and accommodated some of our specific food requests. Had to wait 20 mins to be seated despite having a reservation, but restaurant was very kind/apologetic and provided an appetizer on the house which was very appreciated.
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Jeff VIP
San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sometimes you can go out in San Francisco, spend a lot of money and get mediocre food. This wasn't one of those times. Every dish we had at Delfina, from the vegetable custard and chicken-liver bruschetta appetizers and the savory salad to the pappardelle with duck sugo and the braised short rib was absolutely delicious. All served by a warm and engaging staff that seemed genuinely pleased we were there. Delfina been around for long enough that people are tempted to take it for granted, but I never will again. Amazing meal, one of the best I can remember in SF.
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FAQs

Delfina Restaurant does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Delfina Restaurant also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 552-4055.

Delfina Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 1120 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 30, 2025

7:30 PM

Booked 51 times today

Experiences are available.

3621 18th Street, San Francisco, CA 94110

Dining areas

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Cross street
Guerrero Street
Neighborhood
Mission District
Hours of operation
Mon–Sat 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Pizzeria
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Craig Stoll
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.delfinasf.com/
Phone number
(415) 552-4055

Delfina Restaurant

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Alois Lageder BTG Takeover

Menu

What 1,120 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does Delfina Restaurant offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Delfina Restaurant restaurant rated?

Is Delfina Restaurant currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Dining areas

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