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Perbacco, San Francisco, CA
Award-winning

Perbacco

4.7
4.7
6993 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
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Perbacco

4.7
$30 and under
Italian
Financial District / Embarcadero

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2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 77 times today
  • Good for business meals
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
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.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Wed–Fri 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Bar Wed–Fri 2:00 pm–5:30 pm Dinner Wed–Fri 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (415) 955-0663
  • 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
  • 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: Montgomery station. Muni: Market and 1st St. stops.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 6,993 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco

    Great for fine wines

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Perbacco is a beloved San Francisco gem, known for "authentic northern Italian cuisine" and "impeccable service." Guests rave about the "delicious house-made pastas" and "beautifully presented dishes." The ambiance is "comfortable yet luxurious," making it perfect for special occasions or a sophisticated night out. Highly recommended for Italian food enthusiasts!

6,993 Reviews
  1. Joan

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great place to meet for lunch. Food is consistently outstanding!

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  2. Kenneth

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We have dined at Perbacco pretty much since it opened way back when. Always enjoyed their food and service. They are by no means a Michelin 3 star restaurant, but their menu is always well thought out and their dishes are consistently well prepared. We picked back up our visits to Perbacco after a long COVID pandemic induced hiatus and are very glad it is still there to serve us a “modrrn” version of Italian food we really like. Service is always professional and depending on the server, very warm and welcoming. We always feel relaxed and at home there.

    1 person found this helpful

  3. James

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Just great! Had been a few years but still delicious with professional yet friendly service!

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  4. joel

    New Orleans

    18 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Crispy Brussels sprouts not crispy, halibut had more cauliflower than fish, crudo overpowered by a sweet sauce, and I had the smallest martini ever. $10 for two rolls is absurd. The service was very good.

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  5. Robin

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    High end Italian restaurant. Very busy on. Tuesday night. Limited enters but everything we tried was outstanding. A great birthday dinner for my daughter!

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  6. EricM

    Anchorage

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and service. A classic for more than a decade. Perbacco’s Alba white truffles are amazing!

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  7. Chandra

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Came here for anniversary lunch on a rainy day in SF. We loved the vibe from the get go. Service was on point with good recommendations on wine options. Burrata appetizer was very nice! We followed it triangular pasta and roast chicken. Make sure to get reservations as the place gets packed quickly. Overall great experience! Good options for vegetarian wife and decently priced for dates!

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  8. Andrea

    Las Vegas

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really great food and service. Quickly seated and served, wine pairings were excellent!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Baltimore

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    We were the last table of the night, and our waiter Eddy was our friend til the end. He properly managed big parties vs. small, and last moment food modifications after the kitchen closed. Very grateful for him and the staff. Restaurant week menu was superb and an OUTSTANDING value.

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  10. Yvonne

    San Francisco

    26 reviews

    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We totally enjoyed the 2-course lunch offerings for restaurant week. The main course of Lasagna or Trout was very delicious. The portion was generous. Great value at $35./person. Best deal in town!!

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FAQs

Perbacco does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now and 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 6993 OpenTable diners.

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

A photo of Perbacco restaurant

Perbacco

4.7
$30 and under
Italian
Financial District / Embarcadero

Make a reservation

2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 77 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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 Wed–Fri 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Bar Wed–Fri 2:00 pm–5:30 pm Dinner Wed–Fri 3:00 pm–9:00 pm 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: Montgomery station. Muni: Market and 1st St. stops.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Staffan Terje
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • 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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