What is it? An Italian eatery in the Russian Hill neighborhood with a parklet out front
Why we love it: The menu is so full of great options I had pasta twice (and I’m glad I did, because the agnolotti was a true standout, and I wouldn’t have wanted to miss the fettuccine blackened by squid ink and accompanied by generous lumps of Dungeness crab). Even though we were stuffed, the delightful server—chef Anthony Florian has assembled an amazing team with great wine guidance—wouldn’t let us go without trying the chocolate budino served in a mason jar: We’re glad we relented to the peer pressure.
Time Out tip: Request a seat in the back dining area if you would like a quieter space for conversation.
Address: 1896 Hyde St, San Francisco, 94109
Opening hours: Sun–Thu 5–9pm; Fri, Sat 5–9:30pm
Expect to pay: About $140 per person if you indulge in antipasti, salad, pasta and secondi with a few glasses of wine.