Maria

Cotogna is an absolute gem in San Francisco’s dining scene, a perfect balance of warmth, sophistication, and unforgettable flavor. Every dish we tried was a masterpiece, both in presentation and taste. The prosciutto puff pastry was the perfect start, light, flaky, and beautifully balanced with the savory richness of the prosciutto. Then came the raviolo, which was pure heaven on a plate, delicate pasta filled with creamy perfection and that luscious egg yolk center that makes every bite feel indulgent. The agnolotti pasta was another standout, with perfectly al dente pasta and a filling so flavorful and comforting it almost defies description. And the lamb pasta, wow. The depth of flavor, the tenderness of the lamb, and the subtle herbs made it one of the most memorable pasta dishes I’ve ever had. Cotogna doesn’t just serve food, it creates an experience. The service was warm and professional, the atmosphere cozy yet refined, and every bite reminded us why this restaurant is so beloved. If you love Italian cuisine done with heart, precision, and creativity, Cotogna is a must-visit.

+8

Eric Broockman

What an amazing place! Three of us had a beautiful lunch. We’ve traveled extensively in Italy and wanted to visit while vacationing. Great Choice! Service knew the menu, was helpful, friendly and professional and attentive. We had two different unique salads and both were delicious. I enjoyed my decadent ravioli / ricotta w brown butter and egg yolk center. I very much enjoyed my panna cotta with hazel nuts also. You owe it to yourselves to try Cotogna. Highly recommended.

+4

Q Chow

Wow, this place surprised me. The ambiance, the service and the food were amazing! We ordered the squid appetizer, the raviolo (giant ravioli), and the agnolotti. Both the squid and the agnolotti had amazing flavor and almost tasted like it was Asian inspired. My wife loved the raviolo, she really like the sweet and saltyness of it. I can't wait to come back here!

Swati Shukla

Second time here after a year. The food and service are still just as amazing. Almost ate the Raviolo again, but glad I tried pizza and a different pasta this time.

+2

Michelle Lin

Kim kardashian was right to say this is her favorite Italian in San Francisco. The tuna crudo, such a simple dish, had so many layers of flavour and textures. Sweetness of the melon, crunchiness of cucumber and pepper and the softness almost melt in your mouth quality of tuna… the corn traingoli, a summer special, should stay on the menu forever. Buttery creamy and slightly sweet, I can’t think of a better flavour profile. The corn topping was also fresh and sweet. The agnolotti was al dente and each one was flavourful not bland at all. The star of the show was the raviolo: the way the yolk oozed into the ricotta and butter. Perfect amount of saltiness and creaminess with the eggy yolk, it was just beautiful.

Dean DeCrease

In the Financial District, near Chinatown, you'll find Cotogna, a small restaurant with a long and beautifully landscaped sidewalk portico. Cotogna is the sister restaurant of 3-Michelin star Quince next door. (Quince is "Cotogna" in Italian.) We came for lunch on a weekday. The service was unusually friendly and professional, with serious attention to detail. Much of the produce is sourced from their partner farm. We had squid with Calypso beans and calabrian chili, corn triangoli pasta, swordfish, and the aprium & creme fraiche torta for dessert (see photos). Everything was delicious, but the corn pasta was close to life-changing. The torta was light and luscious.This was a wonderful afternoon.

+9

Rachel Neiman

My family came up to SF for Father’s Day weekend, and we had a wonderful dining experience at Cotogna! First, the restaurant is gorgeous and there is so much attention paid to the details. We sat outdoors and there were heaters and blankets to keep everyone cozy. The staff was super friendly and made great menu recommendations, and the food was excellent! This was my second time visiting and it did not disappoint. The corn agnolotti is a must have.

+1

Stephanie Harmon

Been wanting to come here since my last visit to SF and made a reservation for 230p. It was still very busy at that time but service was great. We tried a few appetizers and the arancini was phenomenal. Tried 4 pastas in total. With two coming out at a time for pacing. Much appreciated. I’d been dreaming of the agnolotti as it’s been consistent on their menu and one of my favorite filled pasta shapes/ types. But was blown away that the hands down best dish was the tortelli. Don’t skip it. Wish we had more people with us in order to try more things.

+3

lory

Excellent culinary experience. Every dish was packed with flavor, perfectly balanced, and simply delicious. The ravioli was the highlight of the night and the dessert closed things off perfectly. My only wish is that the portions were a bit larger, if you’re only ordering pasta, I’d recommend getting at least two plates to feel satisfied or add another dish, like their pizza, which i didn’t get to try. Overall, amazing food and desserts.

Sona Tigranyan

The food was absolutely delicious! We ordered the calzone and beetroot salad, both of which were excellent. For dessert, we tried a few options, and they turned out to be just as delightful. As a dessert spot, it was impressive. While the prices might be higher than some Italian restaurants in North Beach, the quality of service and ambiance make it worth it. We sat outside, where it was peaceful and clean. The place gets quite busy, so be sure to make a reservation!

+1

Super bowl weekend.\n\nWe arrived at 11am and were surprised to be seated right away, also surprised to see Kevin Hart standing outside. The food did not disappoint! The ravioli is everything everyon…

Super bowl weekend.\n\nWe arrived at 11am and were surprised to be seated right away, also surprised to see Kevin Hart standing outside. The food did not disappoint! The ravioli is everything every…

GNOCCO FRITTO \nHam paired with mini bread rolls--this dish is a must-order at this spot. I scanned the place and saw nearly every table had it. Plus, it came out super fast--barely five minutes afte…

GNOCCO FRITTO \nHam paired with mini bread rolls--this dish is a must-order at this spot. I scanned the place and saw nearly every table had it. Plus, it came out super fast--barely five minutes af…

Phenomenal food. The patio seating was actually very lovely and each table had their own blankets and heater. The staff was very attentive and the food was so amazing. So much flavor!

Phenomenal food. The patio seating was actually very lovely and each table had their own blankets and heater. The staff was very attentive and the food was so amazing. So much flavor!

I think this might be the best Italian food I've eaten in SF. The best part is that the ambiance and the service are all equally amazing. We came in for a dinner and were seated promptly. The wait…

I think this might be the best Italian food I've eaten in SF. The best part is that the ambiance and the service are all equally amazing. We came in for a dinner and were seated promptly. The waite…

One of the best restaurants in SF! Fresh homemade pasta and quite frankly a really great pizza. service is top notch and the ambiance of the heated outdoor seating is fantastic. \nDefinitely get yo…

One of the best restaurants in SF! Fresh homemade pasta and quite frankly a really great pizza. Service is top notch and the ambiance of the heated outdoor seating is fantastic. \nDefinitely get yo…

One of the best restaurants in SF! Fresh homemade pasta and quite frankly a really great pizza. Service is top notch and the ambiance of the heated outdoor seating is fantastic. \nDefinitely get yo…

One of the best restaurants in SF! Fresh homemade pasta and quite frankly a really great pizza. Service is top notch and the ambiance of the heated outdoor seating is fantastic. \nDefinitely get yo…

One of the best restaurants in SF! Fresh homemade pasta and quite frankly a really great pizza. Service is top notch and the ambiance of the heated outdoor seating is fantastic. \nDefinitely get yo…

Had an excellent lunch in the outdoor area. Comfortable with blankets.\n\nAll the food was excellent. And service matched.\n\nPastas were great. Spaghetti with anchovies. Nice al dente and clean fl…

Warm, cozy atmosphere with the best pasta in the Bay. Pasta dishes are on the smaller side - not a complaint, which means you can order and try more. After a few bites, you will want try them all…

My friend and I have been wanting to come to this spot for a while and we finally got a reservation! We came at lunch time and got the agnolotti del plin and smoked salmon pizza. The smoked salm…

Michael Tusk and his wife Lindsay opened Quince in San Francisco's posh Pacific Heights neighborhood in 2003. By 2017, it had earned three Michelin stars, the highest achievement in culinary success.…

This past Friday, my eldest son and I were in the Bay Area for an awards program at UC Berkeley. Not wanting to miss an opportunity to enjoy downtown San Francisco we spent all day Saturday sightseei…

The staff were very helpful and knowledgeable. Partially a tall gentleman with tattoos that was behind the bar on the evening of 14th June 2023.

The food, ambiance and service was excellent. The restaurant has indoor and outdoor seating. We reserved the outdoor seating - very comfortable with heat lamps. The portions are small but the food …

The food, ambiance and service was excellent. The restaurant has indoor and outdoor seating. We reserved the outdoor seating - very comfortable with heat lamps. The portions are small but the food …

The food, ambiance and service was excellent. The restaurant has indoor and outdoor seating. We reserved the outdoor seating - very comfortable with heat lamps. The portions are small but the food…

The food, ambiance and service was excellent. The restaurant has indoor and outdoor seating. We reserved the outdoor seating - very comfortable with heat lamps. The portions are small but the foo…

Dinner and Service Exceptional! Great ambience whether you are sitting at the bar watching the chefs /bartenders or at tables. The patio area is creatively designed which adds to the atmosphere. …

I had a superb lunch at Cotogna in San Francisco. The menu was very interesting and I would have liked to try multiple options but eventually settled on a blue fin tuna starter and black cod main. …

My second visit did not disappoint. Went early and sat at the bar. Amazing pasta. Great wine list. Cozy atmosphere and ample outdoor seating. Walking distance from Embarcadero area.

My second visit did not disappoint. Went early and sat at the bar. Amazing pasta. Great wine list. Cozy atmosphere and ample outdoor seating. Walking distance from Embarcadero area.

My second visit did not disappoint. Went early and sat at the bar. Amazing pasta. Great wine list. Cozy atmosphere and ample outdoor seating. Walking distance from Embarcadero area.

Don't get me wrong, food is wonderful. 3 pasta dishes were superb; creative sauces and pastas that simply don't get any better. A Focaccia from a specific region in N. Italy, was a taste sensation…

Great spot in Jackson Square area. outdoor seating with heaters or indoors. Italian menu with very high quality food. Run by the same folks as Quince (Michelin 3 star). Server never brought my beer…

We absolutely love Cotogna. YES, we believe one of the best restaurants in San Francisco. From food to wine to service it is outstanding . But it is very difficult to get reservations - espec…

Amazing food and great service! We celebrated my birthday tonight and they had paper placemats wishing me a happy birthday! The Arancini and the pasta was unbelievably delicious! Definitely make …

Really enjoyed Cotogna. The lamb ragu pasta was excellent,rich, comforting, and perfectly cooked. Paired it with a rosé sparkling wine that was just spot on. Great atmosphere and very good Italian food overall. Definitely a place I’d come back to when in San Francisco.

Manik Kumar

Had lunch at Cotogna and ordered gelato for dessert. For the main course, we had the Agnolotti del plin and the tortilla with sunshine and rosemary—both were amazing and full of flavor. The ambience was great and the restaurant felt kid-friendly, which was a plus. However, the service was not satisfactory for the price point. Everything took a long time, from placing the order to receiving the food, and even getting the check took about 10 minutes. If you have ample time and don’t mind waiting, the food and atmosphere are excellent—but be prepared for slow service.

Jacquelyn Pruet

Pro tip: Sit at the bar facing the hearth — it’s hands-down the best seat in the house. Watching the line work feels like dinner and a show. The standout dish was the local, seasonal sand dabs — cooked to perfection. Bravo to the kitchen team. Another unexpected highlight? The tiny house rolls. I usually avoid carbs, but the chef (not to be confused with the head chef/owner) personally encouraged me to try them. I’m glad I did — they’re clearly a staple for a reason. Don’t skip them. Service-wise, the real stars were the folks running the line. One in particular stood out: a young African-American woman who briefly took charge during my visit. She had total command of the team and interacted with guests — including me — with warmth and professionalism. A rising star, no doubt. Coffee service also deserves a mention — an excellent Americano that wrapped the meal beautifully. Why not five stars? A few things. The front-of-house team felt a bit aggressive and not quite as polished as the kitchen staff. Not rude — just not operating at the same exceptional level. Same goes for the $22 cucumber salad — nicely plated and refreshing, but it didn’t quite justify the price tag. Everything else on the menu felt worth it. This one left me scratching my head. Overall: beautiful ambiance, top-tier kitchen talent, and memorable dishes. I’d absolutely return — and I suspect regulars may experience even better service over time.

+8

Got a reservation here on a Friday night to bring my mom while she was in town. It was my first time trying it and I was very excited! The restaurant is beautiful and cozy with wood accents inside an…

Got a reservation here on a Friday night to bring my mom while she was in town. It was my first time trying it and I was very excited! The restaurant is beautiful and cozy with wood accents inside …

High end, very expensive, great service, food isn't that amazing or anything. Funke and Felix in la are much better imo. Their famous 2003 pasta has rabbit in it so we didn't get it since we don't …

TLDR: \n\nCotogna has great flavors but I sometimes leave a meal here craving something else. Pastas are delicious but expect smaller portions. pizza quality is fantastic, though read the menu thor…

Went there once a year ago and it was amazing! Great service and great pasta however I have not been able make a reservation between the hours of 6pm- 8pm however ahead I plan. Is there a trick to …

Went there once a year ago and it was amazing! Great service and great pasta however I have not been able make a reservation between the hours of 6pm- 8pm however ahead I plan. Is there a trick to …

Came for dinner and had a reservation. Definitely recommend a reservation as it was almost full the whole time but also had some outdoor seating. We got seated right away and service was on prett…

Came for dinner and had a reservation. Definitely recommend a reservation as it was almost full the whole time but also had some outdoor seating. We got seated right away and service was on pretty …

It was good but not five star. I didn’t like the fact that our wine was kept away from table and were reliant on someone bringing the bottle to table. I also thought it was overpriced for what is e…

Amy Kim

Very mediocre food. Tried four dishes and everything was between meh to ok. The suppli was dry and served room temperature (the cheese in one of them had hardened and the whole chunk fell out when I took a bite). The tuna crudo was fine but nothing to write home about. The raviolo was ok but the pasta sheet felt dry at the edges, and the swordfish was so fishy that I could smell it as it was coming towards me and overly salty. Overall, I personally found the taste to be simple (not in a good way) and flat, and couldn’t taste much beyond salt and butter, and missing attention to details. At $158 for four dishes plus a glass of wine (before tips) this was definitely one of my disappointing meals of late. I usually don’t write reviews of places I didn’t enjoy but was pretty taken aback since this place is so well recommended. Maybe I ordered all the wrong dishes?

Mariana A

My friend and I met for lunch at Cotogna, which was the first time I had been there. I had high expectations, given the reviews and raves by other friends, which unfortunately Cotogna failed to meet. We shared a salad of lettuces, and it was just okay. The butter lettuce leaves were butter lettuce, there was a bit of what looked like baby arugula, and a light dressing of oil and vinegar. Some parts of the salad were overly salty. My friend and I both ordered the swordfish, and it was... tough. The fish was cut in cubes, which were grilled, resulting in dry and somewhat flavorless meat. The vegetables were decent but could not make up for the swordfish. I had a cup of decaf coffee at the end, which I would peg as Starbucks quality. The decor is nice and restrained, but the dining hall is quite packed and lacks soft surfaces to absorb the noise, which resulted in a loud cacaphony. Overall: meh.

We had dinner here with another couple. Noise level made it impossible to have a conversation. As well, rhere were no double doors, so our table, which was close to the door, was subject to cold wi…

Good & friendly service, upbeat environment inside. We arrived on time however our reserved inside table was going to be at least 25 minutes to wait for which we didn’t appreciate So made alterna…

Good & friendly service, upbeat environment inside. We arrived on time however our reserved inside table was going to be at least 25 minutes to wait for which we didn’t appreciate So made alterna…

Good & friendly service, upbeat environment inside. We arrived on time however our reserved inside table was going to be at least 25 minutes to wait for which we didn’t appreciate So made alterna…

Two notches below Vetri Cucina @ Philly, yet it’s the golden boy on the block. Says everything about SF food scene. (food wise)