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Americano Restaurant

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Americano serves Italian food created by the famous Chef Paul Arenstam. All ingredients are fresh from the local farmer's market. The owners have added a twist to this restaurant by including an aromatherapy garden near the already existing patio where you can lounge and have your drinks served to you. The restaurant and bar are world class and the décor consists of natural woods and warm tones. 

Location details

8 Mission St, San Francisco, CA, 94105, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tue9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wed9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thu9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Fri9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
SatClosed
SunClosed
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18 years ago

Outdoor bar - Warning: service with a bad attitude – Rude servers working the outdoor bar. I don't mind paying $13 for a decent glass of wine but please, the "talk-to-the-hand" attitude is SO out of place at this upscale restaurant where I've enjoyed the indoor part of it in the past. Where are the managers?? If the price of sipping al-fresco is to be ignored by a bad server, I'll get my fresh air elsewhere. 

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nicole_g 
18 years ago

such a scene – I've been here once just for drinks and once for dinner. It took almost 30 min to get a drink at the bar, after waiting outside to get in (at 6p). If you have reservations for dinner, they allow you to go inside. The food was average. Not a huge selection and nothing stood out on the menu. Had a great glass of pinot noir, but that was the highlight. The restuarant itself was not busy at all, however the waiter and busser came by at least 3 times during each course to try to remove items which we were not finis... read more

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18 years ago

Great food and impeccable service – We went there on a Monday nite for our anniversary. We got a quiet table away from the bigger crowds. Our waiter was very nice and considerate, he gave us great service without invading our private conversations. They gave us a special Hors D'oeuvre because one of us is vegetarian. They even comped our desserts because it was our anniversary. 

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Contributor 
19 years ago

Old-world Italian recipes made with local, sustainable meat and produce and a lively bar scene make the Hotel Vitale's restaurant a foodie destination and an happy hour favorite. – Though this waterfront bar and restaurant is most famous for it's after-work pickup scene--if you're looking for a cocky young banker-type or a not-as-young woman determined to land one, come here--its kitchen deserves some attention. The dining room, far enough from the boisterous bar to be pleasantly quiet, is finished in earthy wood and olive t... read more

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19 years ago

VERY IMPRESSIVE – The ambiance of Americano really stands out. It's part of the gorgeous new Hotel Vitale on Embarcadero. We started out with a couple of their really inventive cocktails in their lounge. The couches were really comfy and the wood floors were really sleek. We started out with a really great pizza to share. It was their version of a "Margarita" pizza which had Jalapenos and cilantro. The crust was almost like a pie crust which made it really tasty and not too filling. I had the special for the evening which wa... read more

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lilylilylily 
19 years ago

blah food, high prices, snotty staff – I was not impressed by the food. the menu wasn't anything special, the dishes were sort of greasier than i expected and i found the staff to be innattentive and rude. all in all, not worth going. 

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sfandnyc 
19 years ago

Exceptional experience – The food is seasonal Cal/Italian and very ahead itself. The food and wine menu offer a great value with professional service in a comfortable, yet casual atmosphere. What more could you ask for? However, although the pizzas were stellar, they seem to overwhelm the menu. Since I have tried everything on the menu, I usually get the 'daily special' because it seems to be the most creative and the most personal to the chef. Sat/Sun brunches are fabulous!! The food is the best I've had in San Francisco. 

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19 years ago

WOW, what a scene! – I walked into the Americano on a Friday night for dinner last week and could not believe all people. My firend and I almost left, it was loud, but once we were seated in the dining room, the din subsided and we had a great meal. The chicken was awesome, the pizzas delicious, the appetizers were really good. The lobster ravioli was really good and the sorbet with proscecco was so refreshing. The server was really friendly and the wine selection was very affordable and diverse. I would go back, albiet on a... read more

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joneswineno1 
19 years ago

Go for Drinks and then Go Elsewhere for Dinner – A very attractive space with a very lively bar scene. Extremely loud. The restaurant part of the operation is mediocre at best - long waits between courses; stone cold food, unimaginative cuisine, and weird but still decent "pizzas". Great bread. 

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How is Americano Restaurant rated?

Americano Restaurant has a 4.1 star rating with 414 reviews. 

When is Americano Restaurant open?

Americano Restaurant is open now. It will close at 6:00 p.m.  

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