Collina

One of the best meals I’ve had the pleasure of enjoying. Everything was incredibly delicious and the service was perfect. Alexis sent us over to the wine bar across the street while we waited for a table, which was a great move! Our server was attentive but not overbearing and gave great recommendations. She was a delight. The famous lasagnette had great flavor and the noodles were cooked perfectly. The wagyu beef cheeks were incredibly tender and paired beautifully with the parsnips and potatoes. The butterscotch budino was delightfully sweet and salty. Everything was delicious. We cannot wait to come back. Thank you for a wonderful experience! Collina is very small inside so make a reservation, get there early, or plan to wait. It will be worth it!

The lasagna is unique, one of my favorite Italian dishes ever. Instead of the usual heavy layers, this version is refined with perfectly balanced flavors and texture. The service was warm and thoughtful.

Very cute stop off the SF cable car. Make a reservation far in advance. I’m a local but love to act like a tourist in my own city. If you can time it right, I would recommend hopping on the Hyde street cable car and riding it directly to the restaurant! Every single item on the food is spectacular. The raviolo al uovo is so amazing - loved every bite. Same with the lasagnette. Tiramisu is fire.

Classic Nob Hill -ish bistro with tasteful and dark interiors. Moderate noise, solid menu. Good for any type of dinner. Reservations are necessary, with just four seats at the bar, which sits directly across from the door and is very drafty/chilly. Not suitable for large groups unless you book the entire restaurant.

After sharing our concerns about our unpleasant dining experience, the restaurant owner, Alexa, personally reached out to apologize and follow up. We truly appreciate that the restaurant values customer feedback and takes the time to make things right. Alexa’s genuine care and professionalism speak highly of the restaurant’s commitment to improving its hospitality and service. While our initial visit fell short of expectations, we were impressed by the sincerity of the response and the willingness to listen and take feedback seriously. It’s encouraging to see a restaurant that prioritizes its guests and strives to provide the kind of fine dining experience San Francisco is known for. We enjoyed the roasted chicken, but felt the lasagna could be improved, as it was a bit dry.