Trattoria Contadina

"Rife with a nostalgic vibe (framed photos of celebs hang throughout), it's no wonder that this homey tavern has such a loyal following."

"Family-owned, with white cloth-swathed tables and photograph-covered walls, warm and charming Trattoria Contadina continues to cater to the local Italian-American community."

"Chef Salvatore Parra infuses both his tried-and-true and more adventurous offerings with a practiced, elegant touch." Full review

"This North Beach nexus of local and visiting diners feels so quintessentially San Francisco that one might expect to see the city's literary figures come to life there." Full review

""Out of the way" from "tourist-heavy Columbus" Avenue, this North Beach "classic" "is where the locals go" to enjoy "unpretentious", "old-school" Italian." Full review

"More good, basic Italian."

"The pasta is fantastic (particularly the oversized rigatoni with spicy tomato cream sauce), the setting is warm and welcoming, and the staff is extremely nice without being too attentive." Full review