Nopa - San Francisco

Name: Nopa - San Francisco
Address: 560 Divisadero Street, San Francisco, CA, United States, 94117
Telephone: (415) 864-8643
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

4.6

3205 Reviews

$31 to $50

Californian

Top Tags:

Nopa is a San Francisco gathering place north of the Panhandle, serving urban rustic food and specializing in organic wood-fired cuisine. We serve simple food created with seasonal ingredients sourced from local purveyors.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 30, 2023

11:30 PM

Booked 68 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Californian, Mediterranean
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(415) 864-8643
Website
http://www.nopasf.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Laurence Jossel

Location
560 Divisadero Street, San Francisco, CA 94117
Neighborhood
North Panhandle / USF
Cross street
Hayes
Parking details
Street parking may be available. Please allow time to find a spot.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Warm Marinated Olives$9.00
Fried Brussels Sprouts, Pickled Onion and Parmesan$15.00
Cream of Mushroom Soup and Meyer Lemon Gremolata$12.00
Warm Goat Cheese, Blood Orange and Shinko Asian Pear$18.00
Chicory Salad, Roasted Cauliflower, Pecorino and Pimentón$15.00
Local Halibut Crudo, Oro Blanco, Cara Cara, Carrot and Fennel$20.00
Little Gem Lettuces, Avocado, Grilled Croutons, Tangelo and Walnuts$17.00
Smoked Trout, Curly Endive, Soft Egg, Beet Hummus, Mandarin and Rye Crumbs$18.00
Duck Rillettes, Grilled Bread and Kumquat Red Flame Raisin Marmalade$20.00
Wood Baked Butter Beans, Bread Crumbs, Oregano Pesto and Sheep's Milk Feta$16.00
Flatbread of Roasted Mushrooms, Butternut Squash, Pink Lady Apple and Toma$21.00
Moroccan Spiced Fried Chicken and Chili Honey$26.00
Winter Vegetable Tagine, Almonds and Preserved Meyer Lemon Yogurt$25.00
Wood Baked Lasagna, Nine Hour Bolognese, Herbed Ricotta and Escarole$28.00
Bucatini, House Smoked Bacon, Red Russian Kale, Tomato Cream and Parmesan$27.00
Slow Roasted Pork Shoulder, Celery Root Puree, Broccolini and Sherry Onions$36.00
Porchetta Sandwich, Sauerkraut, Horseradish Crème Fraîche and Potato Chips$24.00
Wood Grilled Cheeseburger, Pickled Onions and French Fries$24.00
Kennebec French Fries and Tarragon Caper Aïoli$9.00
Winter Root Vegetables, Minted Yogurt and Pomegranate$11.00
Grilled Broccoli, Lemon, Anchovy and Breadcrumbs$12.00
Roasted Brassicas and House Fermented Hot Sauce$11.00

What 3,205 people are saying

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
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

San Francisco
Most Booked

3,205 Reviews

CA
CAsb
Minneapolis
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall4food4service3ambience4
A bit overhyped for the experience. Service was average and food was good not great.
Is this helpful?
LA
LoriA
San Francisco
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall3food3service2ambience3
Server was disinterested at best. Forgot twice to bring a drink. Other than the smoked trout small plate, the food was ok only.
Is this helpful?
c
cardinals
San Francisco
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service3ambience5
Always a pleasure to be back at Nopa. Wonderful food, great neighborhood atmosphere
Is this helpful?
SJ
SylviaJ
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved every dish. This is a must try restaurant. Will be returning.
Is this helpful?
NB
NatalieB
San Francisco
26 reviews
5.0
26 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food4service5ambience4
Had a number of starters to share family style - the grilled peach and gigante beans were stand outs. We also split all of the mains - with the fried chicken and dipping sauce an especially delicious share. Have been to Nopa several times and it never, ever disappoints.
Is this helpful?
DG
DerekG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic experience! Can’t wait to go back! Food was incredible as was the service. Recommend
Is this helpful?
M
Muse
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love Nopa- everything I've ordered here so far has been delicious. I've been with my friends and also for an anniversary with my partner. It's usually pretty busy, however, and it can be difficult to have a conversation because it gets really loud. So keep that in mind. Otherwise, I highly recommend. Drinks & food are fantastic, and the portions are worth it.
Is this helpful?
R
Ruth
San Francisco
62 reviews
vip
5.0
62 reviews
Dined on September 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best restaurant meal I have had as long as I can remember. The food was excellent. The service was friendly and wonderfully helpful. My guest left something behind under the table and they called me to let me know, and held it for us until we could come and picot up the next day. The parking was tough and it was super noisy. But I would definitely go there again and again! High Praise!
Is this helpful?
O
Otisbuckaroo
Vancouver
26 reviews
4.0
26 reviews
Dined on September 18, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience4
Four of us dined in celebration of a 40th birthday, it was the first time at the restaurant for all in the party; we were eagerly anticipating the visit having previously read many favorable reviews and comments. In the four of our minds, it did not live up to the hype. This is bustling, noisy and very attractive restaurant. I think saying it is quirky will not offend anyone, my guess is most of the staff are happy with their quirkiness. Unfortunately it does not translate into a high level of table service. At various times we were left, seemingly ignored, and other times rushed though courses before the previous was finished even after telling our server to pace us leisurely through dinner. The food was, in the main, unremarkable and the hamburger that they are “known for” will disappoint those who know what a great burger is. The wine list is very interesting, loaded with many small batch boutique producers. Unfortunately the somm was run off her feet explaining the nuances of the mostly unfamiliar labels to the packed restaurant, resulting in wine not making to the table by the time the dishes had. I’m sure this restaurant is capable of providing a good and enjoyable dining experience in a fun space, but that is not what we received the night we were there.
Is this helpful?
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on September 18, 2023
overall3food3service5ambience3
Service is excellent and food average but too much noise if you sitting outside
Is this helpful?
MM
MaggieM
San Francisco
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience3
Four of us enjoyed a wonderful meal at NOPA. We ordered 6 small plates and 2 main dishes and shared everything. It was perfect. Don't miss the grilled peaches with fresh ricotta. The service was just perfect - staff seemed to appear when needed and left us to visit otherwise. We were happy to be seated upstairs as the noise level on the main floor is quite loud, but happy.
Is this helpful?
M
Meek
Atlanta Metro
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on September 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
An absolute must have. The Pork Chop for me. The Bolognese Sauce and fresh pasta is my wife's favorite! The drinks are creative and delightful! We've sat at the bar on occasions and simply share tastes that we enjoy. Without a second thought our bartender created some of the best drinks we've had in California!! Great service. Great indoor atmosphere. The most thoughtful outdoor parklet seating in San Francisco thus far!! Nopa you a truly SF's best restaurant!!
Is this helpful?
SF
SFVistor
Los Angeles
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on September 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Nopa is a place we always hit up when we are in the neighborhood. Delicious cocktails. friendly, thoughtful and knowledgeable staff, INCREDIBLE food that is ingredient-centered and always delicious.
Is this helpful?
CP
CP121
San Francisco
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on September 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time at Nopa and we loved it. The food was fabulous, great selections, all well prepared. The cocktail menu was fun and desserts were delicious. Last but certainly not least, the service was outstanding.
Is this helpful?
P
Pants
Milwaukee
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Really lovely evening celebrating my daughter‘s 24th birthday! We sat outside and had a little bit of everything off the menu and three specialty drinks. It was so good and service was great. Perfect night.
Is this helpful?
AK
AmandaK
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall2food5service1ambience2
First of all: delicious food! Problem: noise and service. We received a table near the entrance and there was a lot of people walking along and bumping against our table which didn’t contribute to a nice atmosphere. We couldn’t have a normal conversation. Also the waiters weren’t able to communicate because of the noise. All things said, and again the food was good, it was a bad experience mainly because of acoustic problems and therefore unfortunately wouldn’t recommand the place…
Is this helpful?
DC
DinnerCruiser
San Francisco
22 reviews
vip
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I’ve been wanting to come here for 20 years. I used to live a few blocks away, and the building was a laundromat in the 1990’s and yes I had flashbacks of plugging in quarters when I entered. But Nopa will exquisitely make you feel comfortable and the waiter is so focused and kind that it felt like he was waiting for us to arrive all week. LOL. We had the pork chop and the fried chicken. They knocked it out of the park. We had so much fun dining and chatting and eating one of the best meals ever. It was great to see Nopa in its resplendent grandeur as a first rate restaurant that truly welcomes you.
Is this helpful?
d
dsoup
San Francisco
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on September 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything is amazing at this restaurant...especially the fried chicken and bartenders:)
Is this helpful?
OT
OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on September 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love NOPA - its one of the best restaurants in SF. Staff is knowledgeable, kind, attentive and the restaurant is always buzzing - even on a weekday night.
Is this helpful?
L
Local
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience3
Delicious…always. Brought friends from out of town- they loved it. Service was sweet, professional and cool. Food was scrumptious, super well prepared and spot on… melon with whipped feta(I would never have done that…yum). Love the burger! Desserts were summery yum.
Is this helpful?
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 5, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience5
Duck brisket was fantastic - highly recommend!! Ordered a couple cocktails and they were strong, definitely good bang for your buck
Is this helpful?
OT
OpenTable Diner
Central Coast
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Marisela was the best server ever!! All the food was great and the somm was awesome too. Thanks for helping us celebrate!
Is this helpful?
C
Christine
San Francisco
27 reviews
vip
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on August 31, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Food exceptionally great. Offerings both innovative and approachable. Service friendly & helpful. Cannot think of a better SF restaurant.
Is this helpful?
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on August 31, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Birthday dinner
Is this helpful?
E
Edward
London
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on August 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great place - thoroughly recommended for great food drinks and service
Is this helpful?
h
heathweb
Tahoe
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on August 29, 2023
overall3food2service3ambience4
Underwhelmed and felt the food was okay, nothing great, and the price was way too high for a "meh" meal.
Is this helpful?
A
Audible
San Francisco
23 reviews
4.0
23 reviews
Dined on August 28, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Great wine, wonderful appetizers and very good entrees but the supposedly French dessert was not edible. The waitress didn’t say a word until I told her I had deducted that from the check. I’m not cheap, but for $250 for a couple I expect excellence. Not my first visit but I feel they don’t really care since I was the oldest guy in the joint!! Sad.
Is this helpful?
C
Crlghggg
London
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
This is a great restaurant. The food combinations were interesting and well thought out and most importantly delicious. The service was great and the server was really knowledgeable about the menu. The ambience was also fun. It’s a big open space and nicely designed with the mezzanine level. We sat overlooking the kitchen.
Is this helpful?
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Nopa is my favorite restaurant and it never disappoints! I like to sit inside I love the atmosphere. The cocktails are always interesting and yummy. The food is always delicious we always get the pork chop, but everything on the menu is good. The service is always friendly and knowledgeable about the menu.
Is this helpful?
OT
OpenTable Diner
Phoenix
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 26, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
The lamb tartare was great, although the chips were soggy and soft. The goat cheese with the crostini was good. The steak was the highlight of our meal, it was absolutely delicious! Service was amazing and we even got a little treat for our anniversary.
Is this helpful?
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outdoor experience for noise level. It’s amazing all around.
Is this helpful?
p
philosophygeek
San Francisco
3 reviews
vip
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 22, 2023
overall3food2service3ambience4
Nopa had lost the script. Portions were large but dishes were a mess: too much, too many ingredients, not creative, and just ok.
Is this helpful?
MJ
MarkJ
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing, incredible food, we had a variety of allergies but they were very knowledgeable in handling us, I brought friends from out of town and NOPA showed out!
Is this helpful?
C
Chihuahuas
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on August 21, 2023
overall1food1service5ambience3
Food was mid. Not a lot of options to select from.
Is this helpful?
CL
CarolL
New York Area
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We can never get too much of Nopa. It’s truly one of the best restaurants IN THE WORLD. The food, the service, the vibe are all amazing. Prices are very fair and the portions are generous. Whenever we’re in SF we make multiple reservations. Last night we had the Pappardelle. Delish, and a staple on the menu as is the vegetable tagine which I plan to have tomorrow evening. Oh, and the bread and butter is yummy. The bar is great too! We love to eat on the balcony and watch “the show” downstairs. The food that comes out of the wood grill is amazing. BTW, I’m not related or friends with the owner; just a BIG fan.
Is this helpful?
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
36 reviews
vip
3.0
36 reviews
Dined on August 16, 2023
overall3food2service4ambience2
The food is ok but it is nothing to write home about. The service was definitely very good and friendly.
Is this helpful?
AM
AshleyM
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everyone was so helpful with our reservation changes. Much appreciated!
Is this helpful?
i
irarelygoout
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on August 15, 2023
overall2food2service3ambience4
I rarely leave a burger unfinished. At $28 + extras I expected at least as good a burger as you get at a brewery, and it was simply no good IMO. I left a half of it on the plate when I left.
Is this helpful?
CR
ColinR
New York Area
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 15, 2023
overall3food3service5ambience4
I wasn't blown away by anything we ordered. And we got at least 6 items and 2 drinks each. Very mediocre.
Is this helpful?
PM
PaulaM
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on August 14, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience3
Many reviews pointed this place as one that has one of the best burgers in San Francisco. My mom was visiting me from my home country and she wanted to try American burgers so I went for the place I was pointed as one of best, Nopa. As we just wanted burgers we didn’t order appetizers just went directly for it. We waited 40 minutes and the waitress told us our burgers will arrive in 15-20min more because the restaurant usually goes through appetizers before so we basically would have to wait for the time to pass as if the had them before they would serve us the entrée. At the end we left, everyone that arrived after was served but us. Totally un respectful with the client with our time and completely snob.
Is this helpful?

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

Nopa - San Francisco is rated 4.6 stars by 3205 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 30, 2023

11:30 PM

Booked 68 times today

560 Divisadero Street, San Francisco, CA 94117

Additional information

Cross street
Hayes
Neighborhood
North Panhandle / USF
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm
Cuisines
Californian, Mediterranean
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street parking may be available. Please allow time to find a spot.
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Laurence Jossel
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.nopasf.com/
Phone number
(415) 864-8643

Nopa - San Francisco

Make a reservation

Additional information

Menu

Main

Warm Marinated Olives$9.00

Fried Brussels Sprouts, Pickled Onion and Parmesan$15.00

Cream of Mushroom Soup and Meyer Lemon Gremolata$12.00

Warm Goat Cheese, Blood Orange and Shinko Asian Pear$18.00

Chicory Salad, Roasted Cauliflower, Pecorino and Pimentón$15.00

Local Halibut Crudo, Oro Blanco, Cara Cara, Carrot and Fennel$20.00

Little Gem Lettuces, Avocado, Grilled Croutons, Tangelo and Walnuts$17.00

Smoked Trout, Curly Endive, Soft Egg, Beet Hummus, Mandarin and Rye Crumbs$18.00

Duck Rillettes, Grilled Bread and Kumquat Red Flame Raisin Marmalade$20.00

Wood Baked Butter Beans, Bread Crumbs, Oregano Pesto and Sheep's Milk Feta$16.00

Flatbread of Roasted Mushrooms, Butternut Squash, Pink Lady Apple and Toma$21.00

Moroccan Spiced Fried Chicken and Chili Honey$26.00

Winter Vegetable Tagine, Almonds and Preserved Meyer Lemon Yogurt$25.00

Wood Baked Lasagna, Nine Hour Bolognese, Herbed Ricotta and Escarole$28.00

Bucatini, House Smoked Bacon, Red Russian Kale, Tomato Cream and Parmesan$27.00

Slow Roasted Pork Shoulder, Celery Root Puree, Broccolini and Sherry Onions$36.00

Porchetta Sandwich, Sauerkraut, Horseradish Crème Fraîche and Potato Chips$24.00

Wood Grilled Cheeseburger, Pickled Onions and French Fries$24.00

Kennebec French Fries and Tarragon Caper Aïoli$9.00

Winter Root Vegetables, Minted Yogurt and Pomegranate$11.00

Grilled Broccoli, Lemon, Anchovy and Breadcrumbs$12.00

Roasted Brassicas and House Fermented Hot Sauce$11.00

What 3,205 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing

Screening

FAQs

How is Nopa - San Francisco restaurant rated?

Is Nopa - San Francisco currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Additional information