Acquerello

Top 1% of restaurants in San Francisco
9/10

14 expert reviews
Concierge Concierge
"The beauty is in the details at elegant Acquerello, San Francisco's top contemporary Italian table."
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"An exquisite wine list, a knowledgable waitstaff happy to recommend food-and-wine pairings, carved glass decanters, and fine linen set the stage for a truly memorable experience."
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"Serving Italian fare unlike anything you'll find over the hill in North Beach, this celebrated, terracotta-toned restaurant welcomes polished crowds into its wood-beamed dining room."
Gayot Gayot
15.0
"Named for the watercolors that line the walls of this intimate former chapel, Acquerello offers cooking that is anything but delicate." Full review
San Francisco Chronicle San Francisco Chronicle
3.5
"For the meat course, the kitchen features Kobe beef, with tiny caramelized baby squash, a pad of potato puree and a green peppercorn sauce." Full review
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Diners can choose three to five courses ($70-$96), which could include selections from the cart that displays 10 Italian cheeses and various house-made accompaniments; or a chef's tasting menu ($120) of seven published courses and a few spontaneous additions.
Fodor's Fodor's
"This true San Francisco dining gem is worth every penny." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
Editor's Pick
"But most impressive is the cooking. Flavors positively sprawl across the palate in such dishes as Parmesan budino, a custardy Italian-style soufflé served with a seasonal garnish." Full review
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Reservations are essential.
Zagat Zagat
4.9
"The experience is "best described as ethereal" say diners who "dress up" to get "pampered" at this "romantic" Italian in Polk Gulch." Full review
goop goop
"Acquerello has been serving upscale Italian in Nob Hill for 25 years now—with excellent food and a decidedly grown-up setting, it’s exactly the kind of place you want to go to for special occasions." Full review
Where Where
"This serene, urbane Cal-Med restaurant is housed in a former 1920s Mission-style chapel." Full review
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