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Ideale, San Francisco, CA
Ideale, San Francisco, CA
Ideale, San Francisco, CA
Ideale, San Francisco, CA
Ideale, San Francisco, CA

Ideale

4.6
4.6
1571 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian
1309 Grant Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94133

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
*Just awarded the prestigious "Gambero Rosso" for being one of the best Italian restaurants in America*
"For an authentic Roman holiday without the airfare, this undiscovered North Beach gem is worth seeking out."
(Zagat) .
A bright, colorful Italian restaurant, Ideale is the modern version of a traditional Roman trattoria. It is "festive and boisterous...la vera cucina italiana." Ideale has been bringing Rome to North Beach for 30 yrs now with it's highly acclaimed chef, Maurizio Bruschi. Maurizio hails from 4 generations of Roman chefs, lovingly taught by his grandma, Serafina. The pastas & breads are all homemade & the ingredients are hand-picked daily. Zagat wrote, the "Italian fare is the real deal...one of the few no tourist eateries in North Beach.. excellent pasta & pizza..the service makes you feel like a friend..a delightful experience." Ideale has won numerous awards, including Zagat's "Best Italian Restaurants in America" & The Chronicle's "Best Pasta in North Beach."

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Maurizio Bruschi
  • Catering
    Please contact us for more information at shannabruschi@gmail.com
  • Private party facilities
    Ideale welcomes larger parties, opening for lunch or dinner. We are amenable to creating a menu that you are happy with, both in terms of budget & food selection. We take extra care with large parties to ensure that they are beautifully executed with an abundance of food, Italian-banquet style.
  • Private party contact
    Paolo Fraschetti: (415) 391-4129
  • Neighborhood
    North Beach
  • Cross street
    Vallejo
  • Parking details
    Vallejo Street Garage766 Vallejo St, San Francisco, CA 94133Phone: (415) 989-4490North Beach Garage735 Vallejo Street San Francisco, CA 94133415.399.9564https://www.sfmta.com/garages-lots/north-beach-garage
  • Public transit
    1. Columbus Ave & Green St - (0.09 miles )2. Broadway & Grant Ave - (0.09 miles ) — Muni3. Columbus Ave & Broadway - (0.09 miles ) — Muni
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,571 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
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ideale offers a truly authentic Italian dining experience in San Francisco's North Beach. With "excellent service and food," the restaurant is celebrated for its handmade pasta, "delicious sauces," and warm, welcoming atmosphere. Guests rave about the "best Italian food in SF," highlighting the "authentic Roman-style dishes."
1,571 Reviews
  1. Ben

    Minneapolis2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    We came in on a Sunday night at 8:30 pm. The place was nearly empty, and the service, while very friendly, was very uneven. We were led to a table that had not been cleaned off, we got asked 3 times which kind of water we wanted, and my pasta dish came split in two plates. Overlooking these minor inconsistencies, the food was just ok/good but not great. We tried a house salad, pizza, cacio e Pepe, and chicken dish, and all were very average. For $100, we felt the food quality and value was very much lacking. We are bummed because we wanted to love it as it was our first time in North Beach.

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  2. pamela

    San Francisco9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have gone to Ideale for years. The food is always excellent. Their pasta and daily specials are truly special. We also like the grilled calamari and their salads. Their tiramisu is house made and excellent. Everyone who works there is warm and welcoming, like old friends. Ideale is our very favorite restaurant in San Francisco!!

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  3. John

    San Francisco13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our second time at Ideale. The food is excellent, service is friendly and not rushed. We travel into SF and will come here again. I wish there was a restaurant like this in my neighborhood!

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  4. Julie

    San Francisco6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We dined there for my son's birthday, the service and food were excellent. Will return for sure!

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  5. Wenda

    Portland1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A true hidden gem. Authentic Italian food, with many ingredients from Italy. This is not Italian American food, but true Italian dishes. All excellent. What a find!

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  6. Rodney VIP

    San Francisco18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best Italian food in San Francisco! Handmade pasta’s cooked perfectly al dente, delicate sauces as not to over power, fresh local ingredients. Roman execution perfected.

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  7. Luckey

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food great service great ambience this is a great restaurant to go to have fun there and enjoy the food

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  8. Libby VIP

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    INCREDIBLE experience!!! I've lived in SF for 5 years and this is my new favorite Italian restaurant. The owner is Roman and it shows!! Incredible selection of traditional authentic homemade pastas. I haven't had a Carbonara this good since the Michelin star famous carbonara from Roscioli I had on my trip last year to Rome. 10/10!!

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  9. Laurie VIP

    Sacramento2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We enjoyed a last minute dinner at Ideale, recommended by someone who lives nearby. We were thrilled with the food and the quiet, comfortable atmosphere. We had the fettucine, spaghetti with clams and the stuffed pork tenderloin special. All really delicious and perfect portions. We all had plenty to share with each other. Looking forward to our next meal there!

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  10. david VIP

    San Francisco37 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A perfect old school Roman-style Italian dinner in North Beach. We all ordered perfectly prepared handmade pasta dishes. Each was great. Began with grilled tender calamari and finished with dessert. Great and friendly service.

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FAQs

Ideale does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Ideale also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 391-4129.

Ideale is rated 4.6 stars by 1571 OpenTable diners.

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

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

1309 Grant Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94133

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Vallejo
  • Neighborhood
    North Beach
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Vallejo Street Garage766 Vallejo St, San Francisco, CA 94133Phone: (415) 989-4490North Beach Garage735 Vallejo Street San Francisco, CA 94133415.399.9564https://www.sfmta.com/garages-lots/north-beach-garage
  • Public transit
    1. Columbus Ave & Green St - (0.09 miles )2. Broadway & Grant Ave - (0.09 miles ) — Muni3. Columbus Ave & Broadway - (0.09 miles ) — Muni
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Maurizio Bruschi
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Please contact us for more information at shannabruschi@gmail.com
  • Private party facilities
    Ideale welcomes larger parties, opening for lunch or dinner. We are amenable to creating a menu that you are happy with, both in terms of budget & food selection. We take extra care with large parties to ensure that they are beautifully executed with an abundance of food, Italian-banquet style.
  • Private party contact
    Paolo Fraschetti: (415) 391-4129
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