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Ideale, San Francisco, CA

Ideale

4.6 (1586)
$31 to $50
Italian
1309 Grant Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94133

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
*Just awarded the prestigious "Gambero Rosso" for being one of the best Italian restaurants in America*
"For an authentic Roman holiday without the airfare, this undiscovered North Beach gem is worth seeking out."
(Zagat) .
A bright, colorful Italian restaurant, Ideale is the modern version of a traditional Roman trattoria. It is "festive and boisterous...la vera cucina italiana." Ideale has been bringing Rome to North Beach for 30 yrs now with it's highly acclaimed chef, Maurizio Bruschi. Maurizio hails from 4 generations of Roman chefs, lovingly taught by his grandma, Serafina. The pastas & breads are all homemade & the ingredients are hand-picked daily. Zagat wrote, the "Italian fare is the real deal...one of the few no tourist eateries in North Beach.. excellent pasta & pizza..the service makes you feel like a friend..a delightful experience." Ideale has won numerous awards, including Zagat's "Best Italian Restaurants in America" & The Chronicle's "Best Pasta in North Beach."

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Maurizio Bruschi
  • Catering
    Please contact us for more information at shannabruschi@gmail.com
  • Private party facilities
    Ideale welcomes larger parties, opening for lunch or dinner. We are amenable to creating a menu that you are happy with, both in terms of budget & food selection. We take extra care with large parties to ensure that they are beautifully executed with an abundance of food, Italian-banquet style.
  • Private party contact
    Paolo Fraschetti: (415) 391-4129
  • Neighborhood
    North Beach
  • Cross street
    Vallejo
  • Parking details
    Vallejo Street Garage766 Vallejo St, San Francisco, CA 94133Phone: (415) 989-4490North Beach Garage735 Vallejo Street San Francisco, CA 94133415.399.9564https://www.sfmta.com/garages-lots/north-beach-garage
  • Public transit
    1. Columbus Ave & Green St - (0.09 miles )2. Broadway & Grant Ave - (0.09 miles ) — Muni3. Columbus Ave & Broadway - (0.09 miles ) — Muni
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,586 people are saying

Ideale 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
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ideale is a beloved North Beach classic offering "wonderful authentic Italian food" and a "warm and welcoming" atmosphere. Guests rave about the "amazing calamari," "handmade pasta," and "stellar" dishes. Despite occasional service hiccups, the "friendly staff" and "great ambiance" create a memorable dining experience. Highly recommended for Italian cuisine lovers.
1,586 Reviews
  1. Paul

    San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Wonderful flavorful Italian standards, home made pasta, friendly owner and staff, and actual Italians like to eat there - need I say more?

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  2. Gregory

    San Francisco Bay Area12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    wonderful food. Great service. This is a North Beach classic

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  3. Ida VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service was amazing!! Would definitely recommend:)

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  4. Jan

    Minneapolis - St. Paul1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    As newcomers to San Francisco, we’re always on the lookout for cozy neighborhood Italian spots—and this one checks all the boxes. We visited on a Tuesday evening, and the place was buzzing with families and couples of all ages, giving the clear impression that it’s a beloved local favorite. One person in our small group ordered the branzino with calamari, a nightly special that was cooked and seasoned to perfection. The rest of us opted for pasta dishes, which were equally satisfying. Nothing disappointed—we will be back many times.

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  5. Lisa

    Washington, D.C. Area4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always great and friendly service . Came in early , had my pick of tables . Relaxing and delicious visit

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  6. Pat

    Tahoe / Reno Area2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very enjoyable experience on all counts! Wonderful house made pasta, good house wine, friendly and attentive service. Great cannoli and cappuccino!! Would definitely recommend it!! Would go again.

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  7. Amy VIP

    Orlando / Central Florida East15 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    The restaurant was quite understaffed for a busy Saturday evening. The manager was also seating tables, taking orders, and running food. He asked us for our reservation name three times before we were seated. Once we were seated, multiple people asked for our drink orders before we were able to get bottled water. There was no real service experience, just order taking. The specials were quickly run through before the manager/server left the table to attend to the front door. We started with the antipasto (meat & cheese) platter, which was somehow more expensive than either of our entrees. I got pasta and my partner got pizza. Both were ok, not great. On the website, their photos show a full bar, but only beer and wine were available. Based on the service, food, and general chaos, we opted not to stay for dessert.

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  8. Rolf VIP

    New Orleans / Louisiana5 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    We had high expectations for a highly recommended local Italian restaurant. The best part of the meal was the Sangiovese wine. The burrata was improperly seasoned and spaghetti and clams were poorly prepared. The clams were not even close to fresh and the pasta was way less cooked than al dente. I do not recommend.

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  9. DeEtte

    Baltimore / Maryland4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and experience was amazing. Authentic Italian for sure. Felt like we stepped into a little place in Italy. 10/10. We will be back!

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  10. Kathleen

    Glasgow/Lanarkshire2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful authentic Italian food. Good service and great atmosphere. Would highly recommend.

    1 person found this helpful

FAQs

Ideale does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Ideale also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 391-4129.

Ideale is rated 4.6 stars by 1586 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today
Google Map for Ideale

1309 Grant Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94133

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Vallejo
  • Neighborhood
    North Beach
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Vallejo Street Garage766 Vallejo St, San Francisco, CA 94133Phone: (415) 989-4490North Beach Garage735 Vallejo Street San Francisco, CA 94133415.399.9564https://www.sfmta.com/garages-lots/north-beach-garage
  • Public transit
    1. Columbus Ave & Green St - (0.09 miles )2. Broadway & Grant Ave - (0.09 miles ) — Muni3. Columbus Ave & Broadway - (0.09 miles ) — Muni
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Maurizio Bruschi
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Please contact us for more information at shannabruschi@gmail.com
  • Private party facilities
    Ideale welcomes larger parties, opening for lunch or dinner. We are amenable to creating a menu that you are happy with, both in terms of budget & food selection. We take extra care with large parties to ensure that they are beautifully executed with an abundance of food, Italian-banquet style.
  • Private party contact
    Paolo Fraschetti: (415) 391-4129
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