Aperto Restaurant
San Francisco, CA 94107
Phone: (415) 252-1625
- Price:
- $
- Cross Street:
- Missouri Street
- Best of Citysearch:
- Brunch 2005
- Hours:
- Mon-Sat 11:30am-2:30pm, 5:30pm-10pm, Sun 10am-2:30pm, 5pm-9pm
Editorial Review for Aperto Restaurant – by Citysearch Editors
The Scene
The tiny dining room is crammed with tables, a tiny open kitchen and racks of wine. The no-reservations policy means there's often a wait, but the vibe is more relaxed than hectic. Gracious, efficient waiters cater to the typically Potrero Hill crowd: Upscale but casual arts types.
The Food
It likely won't redefine any notions of Tuscan cooking, but everything is fresh, well-prepared and appealing. To start, sumptuous crab cakes are awakened by a spicy aioli, while shaved sunchokes add an unexpected twist to a fennel, frisee and radicchio salad. Entrees are also dependable. Though pancetta can overwhelm the subtleties of the house-made butternut squash ravioli, a splendid union of sauteed mahi mahi with beets, fava beans and peashoot tendrils bursts with spring exuberance. A particularly noteworthy dessert is the made-to-order chocolate souffle.
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Insider Tips
What to DrinkThe thoughtful wine list offers several moderately priced varieties of red and white Italian and California selections by the glass.
Save TimeThis small restaurant often fills up fast. Get there before 7:30pm to be seated immediately.
Know Before You GoShort on cash? Credit cards maxed out? Aperto accepts local checks with ID.
User Reviews for Aperto Restaurant
04/06/2008 Posted by salnmia
It was so good we had to come back a week later and guess what, we all ordered the same dish. The food , the service the ambiance .... it's all excellent ; Keep it up "Aperto" - we are definitely coming back. Cheers !
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful
11/03/2007 Posted by august26
One of the best experiences we have had in a long time. The service was friendly, yet very professional. The food was some of the best we have had in a long time. Aperto is such a joy to dine at, if your not in the mood to be out, order take out.
Pros: Fresh, menu changes, specials
Cons: parking can be a drag
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful
