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Amarena is a romantic Italian restaurant located in the heart of Russian Hill in San Francisco, CA. We offer a sophisticated dining experience with a menu that features classic Italian dishes made with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Our wine list is extensive and features a wide variety of Italian varietals. Our staff is friendly and knowledgeable, and we are committed to providing our guests with an unforgettable dining experience.
Traditional Italian fare like homemade pasta & hearty veal dishes served in an intimate space.
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Address: 2162 Larkin St, San Francisco, CA 94109
Phone: (415) 447-0441
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Payal Adroja
I went to this restaurant with my cousins who are local to San Francisco. We really enjoyed the food and service. Cool vibes, good food and friendly staff. I was able to find a ample vegetarian options at this restaurant. I would highly recommend it. I would definitely visit again in future .
… moreKen Coelho
An evening at Amarena offers a quiet celebration of Italian cuisine in the heart of San Francisco. We dined indoors, though the inviting outdoor space appears well suited for larger gatherings on warmer evenings. The meal began with warm bread accompanied by a fragrant basil pesto, ideal for dipping. This was followed by a thoughtfully curated trio of shared starters – arugula salad, burrata, and bruschetta – each understated in presentation yet full of flavor. For the main course, the carpaccio , sea bass, house-made truffle mushroom tagliolini, and ossobuco stood out for their balance and depth, reflecting careful technique and restraint. A bottle of Sangiovese complemented the meal beautifully. Dessert provided a graceful finale- a classic affogato alongside gelato drizzled with cherries, offering a restrained sweetness that lingered just long enough to close the evening on a memorable note.
… moreDana Baldini
This was a fantastic meal with A+ service. Cozy vibes and super delicious. We loved the lamb shank and orecchiette for mains and the fritura misto and burrata for dessert. The pasta was obviously hand made and so so fresh. Tiramisu and chocolate salami for dessert too! Great wine list as well. Nice range of prices and options. You’ll have a great time for sure. Enjoy!
… moreAlex
Atmosphere is great for a night out, food less so. Pasta dishes lack flavor, with the best thing on the menu being the bread with house made dipping sauce. Worth visiting to grab drinks, but for pasta would also try elsewhere.
… moreKatie Lerner
Wonderful service and the food was absolutely perfect! We ended up ordering four different pastas and sharing it (10/10 recommend)
We each had a different favorite but they were all really good.
Solid portion size, the wine options were good and the desert wine was the perfect finish! This will be my new go-to ❤️
… moreWe each had a different favorite but they were all really good.
Solid portion size, the wine options were good and the desert wine was the perfect finish! This will be my new go-to ❤️
Alexis
Everything an Italian restaurant should be: cozy, warm, good service and of course all the carbs and cheese a girl could want! We sat outside with heaters, the bruschetta was magic, the mortadella was delicious as was the mushroom pasta, and tiramisu was great!
… moreEllebean
Amarena has been on my food map for a while. I tried them out for my birthday. The staff is cute and helpful. I ordered their mushroom tagliatelle, grilled octopus and little ears for pasta during happy hour.
… moreSohrob H
️ Food Quality & Value:
I visited Amarena with high expectations. I ended up ordering a spaghetti dish, which was a decent serving but felt only okay for an Italian restaurant. Given the prices, I did not feel the dish was worth the cost, as I was truly expecting to be wowed by the quality.
Limited Menu Drawback:
The menu selection is noticeably limited. This was a disappointment for me as I was hoping for a good steak option but couldn’t find one that was suitable among the choices. The limited focus, while potentially good, didn’t work in my favor this time.
Service & Atmosphere:
The service was fine, and the restaurant provides a pleasant, intimate atmosphere.
Overall Impression:
Amarena is a charming Italian spot, but the food quality did not fully live up to the premium price point, and the menu selection was too limited for my preferences. It’s an okay spot, but the high expectations and the resulting “just satisfactory” meal mean it earns an average rating from me.
… moreI visited Amarena with high expectations. I ended up ordering a spaghetti dish, which was a decent serving but felt only okay for an Italian restaurant. Given the prices, I did not feel the dish was worth the cost, as I was truly expecting to be wowed by the quality.
Limited Menu Drawback:
The menu selection is noticeably limited. This was a disappointment for me as I was hoping for a good steak option but couldn’t find one that was suitable among the choices. The limited focus, while potentially good, didn’t work in my favor this time.
Service & Atmosphere:
The service was fine, and the restaurant provides a pleasant, intimate atmosphere.
Overall Impression:
Amarena is a charming Italian spot, but the food quality did not fully live up to the premium price point, and the menu selection was too limited for my preferences. It’s an okay spot, but the high expectations and the resulting “just satisfactory” meal mean it earns an average rating from me.
Victoria Fox
This place was lovely!! The ambience was very classy and the staff was super friendly! All the food we had was absolutely delicious! Started off with a delicious fresh bruschetta and salad with pears! The butternut squash pasta and smoke prosciutto pasta were cooked to perfection and the chicken was packed with flavor. Highly recommend!!
… moreAlex Kjellen
Amazing food and service! I loved the clam pasta. I went for my birthday and they make the night so special!
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