AltoVino

“The pappardelle, spicy spaghetti with breadcrumbs, and crostini were delicious. The male Host who greeted/sat us was super nice. Our waiter (Italian man) wasn’t super friendly, but everyone else was. I highly recommended this place for their incredible pasta, just don’t expect service to be with a smile ;)”

“Our team dinner at Altovino tonight was nothing short of spectacular. From the moment I stepped into this beautiful establishment, I was greeted with warm smiles and genuine hospitality that instantly set the tone for the evening. I even had the pleasure of chatting with Chef Nick himself and WOW. Hearing him talk about his passion for cooking and his love for family was truly inspiring. You can taste that heart and dedication in every dish he creates. My entire team could not stop ranting and raving about the incredible cuisine. Every single bite was an explosion of flavor, finesse, and pure culinary magic. Chef Nick's hands are undeniably gifted! And then Ariana. Our server was absolutely phenomenal. Her welcoming personality lit up the room, and her knowledge of the menu was impressive. She gave spot-on recommendations, and her wine selections? Smooth, vibrant, and perfectly paired from start to finish. She elevated the entire dining experience with her grace and expertise. Altovino delivered an evening that felt warm, special, and unforgettable. I cannot WAIT to come back on a personal basis and relive this incredible experience. Thank you, Altovino, for an extraordinary night!”

“AltoVino is a cozy neighborhood Italian spot with a charming ambiance and genuinely warm service. The plating across the courses was elegant and inviting - clearly a lot of care goes into presentation. That said, the food was hit or miss. The standout dish of the night was the pappardelle - perfectly cooked with a rich, satisfying sauce that showcased the kitchen’s pasta expertise. Unfortunately, the cod was far too salty, overwhelming the fish itself, and the Amatriciana lacked the depth and punch the dish typically promises. Overall, AltoVino has potential, and the hospitality and aesthetics are definitely there, but the food could use more consistency to match. Worth a visit for the pasta, but temper expectations on the rest.”

“Such a disappointment. Food was bad and server was not attentive & he wasn’t there much. The bar tender was really nice on the other hand. The atmosphere seemed nice but once u sat down, the acoustic design is almost zero so when guests talk, it bounces through all the mirrors plus the high ceiling height, it’s impossible to hear your friend talk in the restaurant. And it’s only 8-10 tables, we are not talking a lot of tables. This has to be addressed or else it’s almost impossible to chat without yelling”

“Very annoying and disappointing experience. We had reservations for outdoor seating at 530p and arrived on time. It was a cold, windy San Francisco evening 59F, and the restaurant had plenty of empty indoor tables, but the waitress still told us all inside tables were “reserved”, unless we finished our meal by 630p we could not be seated indoors. When we offered that we could eat quickly and finish in an hour, they then said we could only order one course, which was completely unreasonable. So we were forced to sit outside. It took almost 20mins for them to turn on the outdoor heater properly. Meanwhile, when I checked OpenTable, I saw a 6p bar seating option and I immediately booked and received confirmation emails from both Resy and OpenTable. However after I told the waitress, I was told“their calendars aren’t synced,” which was clearly a lie. Food was actually good: the mushroom mousse and 2 different pastas were all delicious. But the $50 black cod was kind of mediocre. The worst part: despite us freezing thru dinner and rushing to finish by 645p, when we left, there were at least 3 empty tables inside and vacant bar seating (check my pics). It’s definitely the most frustrating and disrespectful dining experience I’ve ever had. No matter how good the pasta was, I will not go back.”