Amarena

“Wonderful, authentic Italian dining in San Francisco! Romantic atmosphere with warm lighting, amazing ambience, and absolutely delicious food and wine!”

“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 .”

“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.”

“I had a really nice meal here. The food was cooked to perfection. The service was friendly as well. I recommend this restaurant if you love Italian cuisine. My waiter was kind of hard to communicate with though. I give them 4 stars ⭐️”

“Came here for a Saturday dinner date with no reservation and still was able to get outdoor seating. The bread starter was nothing special, but the green herb sauce that came with it was good enough to keep dipping into. Also got the Tortino di Melanzane. Eggplant was watery and the sauce just tasted like normal marinara. Not worth it in my opinion. The Tagliolini Ai Funghi E Tartufo was the move. Saucy pasta with strong mushroom and truffle flavor. Really satisfying. Outdoor seating with dim lighting, staff was genuinely helpful with the menu, but once you order, expect to wait. Two hours from starters to dessert is too long. Price felt a bit expensive for what you get.”