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Cavatelli with fresh Dungeness crab - Ristobar, San Francisco, CA

Ristobar

4.6 (379)
$31 to $50
Italian
2300 Chestnut Street, San Francisco, CA 94123

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2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 4 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Charming
Located in the heart of Marina, San Francisco, our authentic Italian restaurant is a celebration of tradition and exceptional cuisine. With handcrafted pastas, an exquisite selection of wines, and artfully crafted cocktails, we offer something special for everyone. Whether you’re hosting a lively gathering, a private event, or enjoying an intimate dinner, our warm and inviting atmosphere makes it the perfect spot for any occasion. Experience the charm, taste, and elegance of true Italian dining in the vibrant Marina district.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Wine Bar, Pizza Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Gary Rulli
  • Catering
    We have catering options. Please get in touch with us to have more information.
  • Private party facilities
    RistoBar is the perfect destination for any event! From a cozy private room for twenty to a lively bar area for thirty and a stylish lounge for forty-eight, we’ve got you covered. Plus, our charming patio seats thirty-five, and a full buyout can host over one hundred forty guests. Let’s make your celebration unforgettable!”
  • Neighborhood
    Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio
  • Cross street
    Chestnut Street and Scott Street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Bus 30 and 45 Taxi Uber and lift
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 379 people are saying

Ristobar 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
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ristobar charms with "excellent food," a "fantastic deal" on the 3-course menu, and "authentic Italian" offerings. Guests rave about the "relaxing" ambiance and "knowledgeable staff." Highlights include "amazing service," a "memorable" crema cotta, and a "beautiful" space. While some found the menu changes disappointing, the overall experience remains delightful.

924 Reviews
  1. Arne VIP

    Seattle6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter Adrian was engaging and very helpful with wine selection. The burrata salad and Caesar salad both excellent. The pappardelle was well composed and pasta cooked just right. The Gnocchi were tender and the sauce good and light. The branzino was perfectly done on bed of couscous. Lamb chops were thin but cooked perfectly. We had a great time.

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  2. Nancy VIP

    San Francisco190 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    the ambience is perfect. food is good service very good. so sad that Mattia the mgr is no longer there he was special however Andre the new mgr is also very nice. this is an elegant place to go for drinks or just pizza look forward to returning so relaxing- also they cooked the fish without the spices for me which was appreciated good Branzino and the couscous was excellen also the CREMA COTTA AL CIOCCOLATO is memorable

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  3. Michelle

    Washington, D.C. Area4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ristobar did not disappoint! The food and the service was excellent.

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  4. Bruce

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Took my date here for a great place to enjoy a nice birthday dinner.

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  5. Nickolas

    Indiana2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Came here Wednesday evening, only doing minor research. We were sat quickly and were guided through the menu. The menu wasn’t extensive, there was just enough to make sure everybody could enjoy something. We opted for the $49 3 course menu (salad/pasta/dessert) which is a fantastic deal. The Caesar is one of the best in town, the agnolotti was super rich and packed with flavor, and the crema cotta and crostiera were both a perfect end to the dinner. We, also, got the fritto misto to add to the prix fixe, which I highly recommend. Great first experience and we will be back!

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  6. Bob VIP

    San Francisco81 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had another delightful evening at Ristobar. The food , ambiance and service were great. They also have a great wine selection with a knowledgeable staff. We love the new main dining room and are already looking forward to our next meal there!

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  7. Thomas VIP

    San Francisco8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious as were the drinks and dessert.

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  8. Kevin

    San Francisco15 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sat at bar. Lots of bar seats and bar high tops. Good spot for a walk-in drink and bites.

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  9. Elizabeth

    San Francisco14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I took my sons here for dinner. We took advantage of the Restaurant Week menu. This was such a good deal! We each had 3 courses. I chose the Fritto Misto, tagliatelle bolognese, & tiramisu. Everything was amazing! The fritto misto came on a huge platter & my kids kept eating my appetizer while they had their own Caesar salads to eat. The pasta was honestly a small portion. I wonder if this would be the same size if it’s not part of Restaurant Week. I didn’t mind though. It was still very good It gave me enough room for dessert The tiramisu was made perfectly! It was not sweet at all and I finished it with their Americano coffee. The restaurant space was beautiful. The service was welcoming and very attentive. I noticed on the way towards the bathroom there is a space a bit private to accommodate a large group. I would definitely come back!

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  10. Maxwell VIP

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience. Thankful to the Risto Bar team for delivering an outstanding Birthday dinner!! Salud!!!

    1 person found this helpful

FAQs

Ristobar does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Ristobar also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 923-6464.

Ristobar is rated 4.6 stars by 379 OpenTable diners.

Ristobar does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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  2. United States
  3. San Francisco Bay Area
  4. San Francisco
  5. Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio

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2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
Google Map for Ristobar

2300 Chestnut Street, San Francisco, CA 94123

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Chestnut Street and Scott Street
  • Neighborhood
    Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Wine Bar, Pizza Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Bus 30 and 45 Taxi Uber and lift
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Gary Rulli
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    We have catering options. Please get in touch with us to have more information.
  • Private party facilities
    RistoBar is the perfect destination for any event! From a cozy private room for twenty to a lively bar area for thirty and a stylish lounge for forty-eight, we’ve got you covered. Plus, our charming patio seats thirty-five, and a full buyout can host over one hundred forty guests. Let’s make your celebration unforgettable!”
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