Piccolo Forno

Giancarlo Esposito Edited a month ago

As Authentic as It Gets – An Absolute Gem in SF! 🇮🇹 As someone who was born and raised in Italy, I have a pretty high bar when it comes to Italian food outside of home. Il Piccolo Forno doesn't just meet that standard: it completely exceeds it. This place is as authentic as it gets. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere is warm, welcoming, and wonderfully family-oriented. The customer service is stellar across the board, and the owner, Giuseppe, is a fantastic host who makes you feel like family the second you sit down. Now, let’s talk about the food, because it’s nothing short of incredible: The Pasta: You can immediately tell it’s genuine homemade pasta. The texture, rich flavors, and sauce pairings in all the pasta dishes are absolute perfection. The Pinsa: The Roman pinsa pizza is hands-down amazing. The crust has that ideal light, airy crunch that is so hard to find outside of Italy. If you’re looking for true Italian hospitality and mind-blowing, traditional food in San Francisco, do yourself a favor and visit Il Piccolo Forno. Buon appetito 😋

Taru Maru 2 months ago

One of the best Italian spots I’ve been to! The portions are HUGE (come hungry), and the owners are incredibly warm and welcoming — they truly treat you like family. We ordered Pasta and their specialty Roman Pizza. The dough of the Pizza takes 72hrs to rise! What an incredible experience. Ended up our night with Tiramasu 🤩Definitely coming back when in San Francisco area!

K S 4 months ago

From the moment I walked into Piccolo Forno, I was greeted so warmly by the Italian servers that I immediately felt like family, even dining solo. The hospitality alone set the tone for what became one of the nicest dining experiences I’ve had. I started with a glass of crisp Pinot Grigio and the complimentary bread basket served with absolutely incredible olive oil and balsamic, simple, authentic, and impossible to stop eating. The ambiance was vibrant and lively, like sitting in a charming Italian countryside trattoria filled with energy, conversation, and warmth. The Caesar salad with anchovies was perfectly balanced and fresh, and the special fussili with seafood was outstanding—rich, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. Every bite tasted authentic, comforting, and deeply satisfying. Their chili oil was an absolute delight with the pasta. I almost didn’t ask for it because I didn’t want to offend anyone, but the waiter jokingly said, “Maybe you like it spicy,” and I’m so glad he did. That chili oil elevated the dish to another level. I know I will be dreaming about it. To finish, the tiramisu was heavenly: light, creamy, and the perfect ending to an exceptional meal. Piccol

Prutha Khandeparkar 6 months ago

This place is everything I like about a small neighborhood Italian spot - simple, casual, and completely unpretentious. Food - We ordered the lobster ravioli and a pasta with truffle sauce, and both were absolutely delicious. I’m honestly drooling just thinking about them again. The flavors were rich and comforting without feeling overly heavy. Service - The staff were also very friendly, which added to the relaxed vibe of the place. The restaurant itself is very small, so it’s a good idea to make reservations beforehand. Nothing fancy here, just really good food and a laid-back atmosphere. If you’re in the area and craving good Italian food, this spot is definitely worth a visit.

bartika dutta 9 months ago

A cosy restaurant serving genuinely delicious Italian fare. The meal began with complimentary bread and olive oil. The burrata arrived like a cloud - creamy, soft, and beautifully balanced with briny olives and sweet cherry tomatoes. The lobster stuffing of ravioli di aragosta was perfectly minced, and luxurious. The spaghetti alla carbonara was silky, and lifted by generous chunks of guanciale. We ended with an affogato that delivered the perfect finale - bold, sweet and beautifully comforting. The pastas did take a while to reach our table, but knowing everything was freshly prepared made the wait feel entirely worth it. The staff were warm, cheerful, and genuinely welcoming throughout our meal. This is one spot I’ll happily return to, no hesitation.