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Perbacco, San Francisco, CA
Award-winning

Perbacco

4.7 (7052)
$30 and under
Italian
230 California St, San Francisco, CA 94111

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 48 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for business meals
  • Great for fine wines
  • Good for special occasions
Sleek and modern with one foot firmly in the Old World is the feeling at Perbacco. The restaurant boasts a brick wall original to the historic 1913 Hind building, with other touches such as a bar top and floor tiles made from white Carrara marble. With 16 seats at the bar and 7 more intimate tables, Perbacco creates an atmosphere for a glass of wine or a light bite. Perbacco also features 2 dining rooms, one on the main floor and a smaller one on the Mezzanine, which has the added allure of serving as "theater", with windows to watch all the action in the kitchen below. Chef Staffan Terje strives to cook the finest food reflecting the Italian regions of Piemonte and Liguria. Handcrafted, house-made salumi, prosciutto and other charcuterie are not to be missed. Seasonal pastas, a tradition in Piemonte, range from the traditional ravioli to the more exotic agnolotti. Main courses feature dishes such as stuffed quail breast, a selection of seafood dishes, and vegetarian options.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (415) 955-0663
  • Website
    http://www.perbaccosf.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Staffan Terje
  • Catering
    Limited to party size of 100 or fewer. We will customize the menu according to the event.
  • Private party facilities
    Perbacco accommodates groups of all sizes. A 18 seat "wine and dine" room features a temperature controlled wine cellar and a private atmosphere, without being too secluded. A 40-seat private room is also available for meetings, birthdays, and other occasions.
  • Private party contact
    Event Coordinator: (415) 955-0647
  • Location
    230 California St, San Francisco, CA 94111
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Neighborhood
    Financial District / Embarcadero
  • Cross street
    Battery St. & Front St.
  • Parking details
    Valet parking offered at night only. Cars will be parked primarily in a secured lot. Nearby parking public parking structures also available at Front at Sacramento (Embarcadero), Battery at Pine and on Front between Pine and California
  • Public transit
    Bart: Embarcadero / Montgomery station.Muni: Market and 1st St. stops.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Perbacco's menu was last updated on 7/2/2024.

bread served upon request

Antipasti

  • FRITTO MISTO$17.00

    crisp fry of shrimp - maitake mushrooms - haricots verts - fennel - olives - lemon ajioli

    • PESCE CRUDO$23.00

      preserved sea fennel - tangerine - shaved fennel - black lime

      • VITELLO TONNATO$16.00

        slow roasted veal - lemon and albacore tuna sauce - capers - arugula

        • TERRINA$18.00

          duck and quail terrine - pistachio - cherry - salted butter mustard - pickles - crostini

          • PIASTRA ROASTED OCTOPUS$18.00

            broccoli di ciccio - veal tongue - citrus romesco - black olives

            • LITTLE GEM SALAD$17.00

              chicories - parmigiano reggiano- white anchovies - crouton

              • BURRATA CHEESE$21.00

                marinated charred leeks and silver onions - black chanterelles - fagioli verdi - grated black truffle - levian crisp

                • ROASTED BEET SALAD$17.00

                  arugula - whipped gorgonzola cheese - langhe hazelnuts - huckleberry vinaigrette

                  • MARKET SALAD$14.00

                    seasonal market vegetables and greens - white balsamic vinaigrette - shaved parmigiano reggiano

                    • SOUP$13.00

                      potato and leek vellutata - crispy potato coral - chives - truffle

                      Pasta

                      • AGNOLOTTI DAL PLIN$19.00

                        pasta filled with roasted meats and vegetables · savoy cabbage · sugo d'arrosto

                        • TORTELLI CON FEGATO D'ANATRA$22.00

                          pasta parcels filled with truffled duck liver mousse - blueberries hazlenuts - sherry vinegar

                          • STROZZAPRETI AL PESTO$19.00

                            hand twisted ligurian pasta - potato - haricots verts - basil-pine nut pesto - pecorino cheese

                            • CRESTE DI GALLO$21.00

                              semolina pasta - wild mushroom ragu - spinach - ricotta salata

                              • RIGATONCINI NERI$21.00

                                octopus sugo - fennel - orange

                                • PAPPARDELLE$20.00

                                  wide pasta ribbons - slow cooked short rib ragu - scallion - horseradish crema

                                  • TAJARIN$20.00

                                    handcut thin tagliatelle - 5 hour pork and porcini mushroom sugo

                                    • RISOTTO$22.00

                                      riso carnaroli di acquerello - asparagus - ricotta preserved meyer lemon

                                      Secondi

                                      • SEARED NORTHERN HALIBUT$37.00

                                        artichoke in barigoule - fennel - carrot - onion - potato - tapenade

                                        • RED WINE BRAISED SHORT RIB OF BEEF$36.00

                                          mashed peas - roasted spring carrots - english peas fresh horseradish

                                          • BROWN BUTTER ROASTED PORK LOIN$32.00

                                            cabbage - sauerkraut apple passato - kohlrabi - jus

                                            • LIBERTY FARM DUCK BREAST$38.00

                                              charred treviso - roasted turnips - grapes mostrada di frutta - tarragon

                                              Contorni

                                              • PAN ROASTED CAULIFLOWER$9.00

                                                pistachios - mint - pecorino romano

                                                • FRIED BRUSSELS SPROUTS$9.00

                                                  capers - anchovy - calbria chili - red wine vinaigrette

                                                  • PAN ROASTED FINGERLING POTATOES$9.00

                                                    balsamic onions - rosemary

                                                    Last updated: July 2, 2024

                                                    What 7,052 people are saying

                                                    Perbacco 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

                                                    4.7
                                                    4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                    • 4.7Food
                                                    • 4.7Service
                                                    • 4.5Ambience
                                                    • 4.3Value

                                                    Noise • Moderate

                                                    Review summary

                                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                    Perbacco offers "excellent food and service" in a "modern classic" setting, ideal for both business and special occasions. The Italian cuisine, especially the gnocchi and pasta dishes, receives rave reviews for its taste and authenticity. While some note a "high noise level," the ambiance remains lively and inviting.
                                                    7,052 Reviews

                                                    1. Debbie VIP

                                                      San Francisco Bay Area52 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      Dined 1 day ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Excellent dinner - food quality, wine and service excellent as usual.

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                                                    2. Naomi VIP

                                                      San Francisco Bay Area22 reviews

                                                      3.0

                                                      Dined 3 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 3
                                                      2. Food 2
                                                      3. Service 4
                                                      4. Ambience 3
                                                      I had the albacore tuna salad and it was average. I wasn't too dazzled by the lunch menu. The restaurant gets busy so the noise level makes it hard to have a conversation. Won't be back

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                                                    3. Janell VIP

                                                      San Francisco Bay Area7 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      Dined 5 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                      Unbelievable service! Food is good and many options to choose from.

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                                                    4. Linda VIP

                                                      San Francisco Bay Area12 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      Dined 5 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                      The food & service are as good or better than much more expensive restaurants. We were given a nice corner table for my birthday dinner.

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                                                    5. Kim VIP

                                                      Las Vegas41 reviews

                                                      4.0

                                                      Dined on June 15, 2025

                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                      2. Food 4
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Great food. Great service. Limited menu and wine list by the glass.

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                                                    6. Rick

                                                      San Francisco Bay Area3 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      Dined on June 11, 2025

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Very nice lunch. Great service. Great food friendly staff.

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                                                    7. Massimo

                                                      San Francisco Bay Area9 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      Dined on June 11, 2025

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Perbacco never disappoints. Best pasta in San Francisco.

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                                                    8. Cathy

                                                      San Antonio1 review

                                                      5.0

                                                      Dined on June 8, 2025

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      What a delicious meal! The gnocchi was divine. Our waiter (Domenico I believe) was amazing. Can’t wait to go back!

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                                                    9. Micah VIP

                                                      San Francisco Bay Area4 reviews

                                                      4.0

                                                      Dined on May 31, 2025

                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                      2. Food 4
                                                      3. Service 4
                                                      4. Ambience 3
                                                      There was a rowdy table throughout dinner and the staff did nothing to stop it. All tables around us were annoyed.

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                                                    10. Carolyn VIP

                                                      San Francisco Bay Area14 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      Dined on May 31, 2025

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      The food and service were excellent! I highly recommend.

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                                                    FAQs

                                                    Perbacco does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Perbacco also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 955-0663.

                                                    Perbacco is rated 4.7 stars by 7052 OpenTable diners.

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

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                                                    3. San Francisco Bay Area
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                                                    5. Financial District / Embarcadero

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                                                    2 people
                                                    7:00 PM
                                                    Booked 48 times today
                                                    Google Map for Perbacco

                                                    230 California St, San Francisco, CA 94111

                                                    Additional information

                                                    • Award-winning
                                                      1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
                                                    • Cross street
                                                      Battery St. & Front St.
                                                    • Neighborhood
                                                      Financial District / Embarcadero
                                                    • Hours of operation
                                                      Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
                                                    • Price
                                                      $30 and under
                                                    • Cuisines
                                                      Italian
                                                    • Dining style
                                                      Fine Dining
                                                    • Dress code
                                                      Business Casual
                                                    • Parking details
                                                      Valet parking offered at night only. Cars will be parked primarily in a secured lot. Nearby parking public parking structures also available at Front at Sacramento (Embarcadero), Battery at Pine and on Front between Pine and California
                                                    • Public transit
                                                      Bart: Embarcadero / Montgomery station.Muni: Market and 1st St. stops.
                                                    • Payment options
                                                      AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                    • Executive chef
                                                      Staffan Terje
                                                    • Additional
                                                      Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                    • Website
                                                      http://www.perbaccosf.com/
                                                    • Phone number
                                                      (415) 955-0663
                                                    • Catering
                                                      Limited to party size of 100 or fewer. We will customize the menu according to the event.
                                                    • Private party facilities
                                                      Perbacco accommodates groups of all sizes. A 18 seat "wine and dine" room features a temperature controlled wine cellar and a private atmosphere, without being too secluded. A 40-seat private room is also available for meetings, birthdays, and other occasions.
                                                    • Private party contact
                                                      Event Coordinator: (415) 955-0647

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