Best Family Style Restaurants in Cole Valley

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A photo of Che Fico San Francisco restaurant

1. Che Fico San Francisco

4.7

Exceptional(1978)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • North Panhandle / USF

Booked 63 times today

Che Fico, is a California Italian restaurant from Chefs David Nayfeld and Matt Brewer in San Francisco's NOPA neighborhood. The food focuses on Italian cuisine through the lens of California. It’s our vision of Northern California as if it is a region in Italy, our connection to the region, and our love for Italian culinary practices. The rustic, market-driven menu features handmade pasta, pizzas, antipasti, housemade salumi, meat, and fish plus dishes from the Jewish-Roman heritage known as “Cucina Ebraica.” The beverage program focuses heavily on both Italian and Californian wines with a cocktail program that utilizes a variety of spirits, amaros, and seasonal ingredients. Che Fico is a place to gather with friends and enjoy warm hospitality, food, and drink, through an approachable menu and convivial ambiance.

A photo of Little Original Joe's -- Marina restaurant

2. Little Original Joe's -- Marina

4.8

Exceptional(87)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio

Booked 42 times today

Welcome to Little Original Joe's -- an Italian-American neighborhood eatery featuring pizza, pasta, and parmigiana in San Francisco's Marina neighborhood! Limited reservations are available for up to 6 guests -- we look forward to seeing you soon!

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3. Kokkari Estiatorio

4.8

Exceptional(9264)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 110 times today

Kokkari (pronounced “Ko-Kar-ee”) is a small fishing village located on the islands of Samos in the Aegean Sea, whose name is derived from the small onions that were once produced in the nearby fields. Its fertile soil and Mediterranean climate translated into an abundance of fresh produce as well as treasured seafood and game. Legend tells that Kokkari is the site where Orion, a mighty hunter and a young man of gigantic stature and great beauty, fell in love with the daughter of the king of Chios. For the love of her, Orion forged the island for wild game and seafood to prepare elaborate banquets in celebration of their love. Today, we hope you will enjoy your own celebration as you dine at Kokkari Estiatorio on food “fit for the Gods” prepared with an Aegean palate and the style of innovative California fare.

4. The Progress

4.8

Exceptional(2539)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Western Addition

Booked 44 times today

The Progress is a vehicle for a completely local production. Innovative meals are served with memorable wine & cocktails. The Greatest Dinner Party Ever.

5. Octavia

4.7

Exceptional(2675)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Pacific Heights

Booked 28 times today

Octavia is the sister restaurant of Frances, helmed by award-winning Chef Owner Melissa Perello. Octavia serves dinner five nights a week in an elegant and relaxed neighborhood setting. Beautifully defined flavors and seasonally driven cuisine are the cornerstones of Octavia’s menu. Leveraging longstanding relationships with the region’s top purveyors and farms, Octavia's daily evolving selections spotlight Chef Perello's commitment to sustainability and the Bay Area’s wealth of agricultural resources.

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6. Original Joe's Westlake

4.8

Exceptional(5078)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Daly City

Booked 113 times today

After a two-year closure, Original Joe's, San Francisco’s quintessential Italian-American dining destination, revitalized iconic Daly City institution Joe’s of Westlake, and reintroduced it into the community as Original Joe’s Westlake. An anchor of Daly City from 1956 to 2014, Original Joe’s Westlake underwent an extensive two-year renovation, complete with a front-to-back interior remodel, including the kitchen and all dining spaces, and an exterior and landscaping overhaul. Following the Original Joe’s tradition, Westlake continues to prepare unpretentious, old-school Italian-American fare in an open kitchen for all to see. The menu is carefully crafted to reflect a past-meets-present hybrid of what Joe’s of Westlake used to be and what Original Joe’s Westlake is today.

7. Fiorella Sunset

4.7

Exceptional(854)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Sunset District

Booked 52 times today

Fiorella is a neighborhood Italian restaurant in the heart of the Inner Sunset. We serve wood fired pizza, pasta, antipasti & Italian vino in a casual neighborhood setting. Our third and largest location of Fiorella also offers rooftop dining and features a full liquor license.

8. Itria

4.7

Exceptional(145)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Mission District

Booked 19 times today

Itria is a Modern Italian restaurant brought to you by Chef Daniel Evers and Omakase Capital. The name comes from the Syriac word 'itriya,' used by Arab geographer al-ldrisi to describe a type of dried pasta he saw in Sicily during the 12th century. The origins of this term are much older, however, with varying versions of it found in ancient records across the Mediterranean and Middle-East. The name reflects just a small piece of the evolution of Italian cuisine as a confluence of global influences. Our goal is to build on the foundations of classical Italian cooking to create a dining experience that respects tradition without being overly constrained by it.

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9. Canela Bistro & Wine Bar

4.8

Exceptional(1590)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Spanish • The Castro

Booked 17 times today

Take a trip to Spain without your passport! Established in 2011, Canela's Spanish and California cuisine has been drawing in locals and visitors alike. Crafted with a mix of ingredients and wines imported from Spain as well as California's bounty, Canela's mix of tapas and paella is made to please. Mat Schuster, Canela’s executive chef, has dedicated his life to creating sophisticated and unforgettable flavors with you in mind. Honored to be awarded a Certified Restaurant from Spain by the Spanish Trade Commission, we offer over 75 bottles of unique wine from Spain, some that you will only find here. Whether you want to have a formal dinner, casual tapas, small plates, paella, glass of wine, and homemade dessert, come to Canela and be assured that you will find what you are looking for.

A photo of Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar - Fairmont San Francisco restaurant

10. Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar - Fairmont San Francisco

4.1

Excellent(2043)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Asian • Nob Hill

Booked 25 times today

Located at the iconic Fairmont San Francisco hotel, Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar has delighted guests with its tropical décor, decadent libations and Polynesian-fusion cuisine since 1945.

See what locals rave about

From verified diners like you

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AlanVIP
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Outstanding food, wine and service, great sommelier!
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Che Fico San FranciscoPrice: Expensive• Italian• North Panhandle / USF
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4.7
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CliftonVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
My favorite regular neighborhood restaurant. Great food and service every time.
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Little Original Joe's -- MarinaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio
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4.8
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Alice
Tahoe / Reno Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Lovely spot for dinner. Everything from the service, the incredible food, and the atmosphere was perfect. I would highly recommend it for a date night with the ladies or a romantic dinner. We noticed how seamlessly the staff worked together and they were only there when we needed them. The standout items were the artichokes and the beet salad, next time we will try more entrees.
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OctaviaPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Pacific Heights
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4.7
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Chris
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
First time in SF and my first dinner at The Progress did not disappoint. Service was on point and Food was outstanding!
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The ProgressPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Western Addition
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4.8
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Bjoern
San Francisco Bay Area •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Service was attentive and cordial,l with informative recommendations, dishes were perfectly cooked and seasoned.
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Kokkari EstiatorioPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Financial District / Embarcadero
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4.8

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