Pasta Restaurants
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Don’t let the size fool you, the intimate space of Trattoria La Siciliana really hums. Resembling more an authentic Sicilian kitchen than a bustling Berkeley eatery, this tiny restaurant buzzes with conversation and huge portions of Italian cuisine. In a world full of just restaurants, it’s nice to find a place where one can feel at home. Saucy, garlic-laden comfort food is the order of the day in this cash only establishment, but make sure there is room for dessert… tira misu is not a dish to be avoided lightly.
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Checkered floors and quaint, indoor flower boxes set the stage for traditional northern Italian cuisine in a comfortable, family-like atmosphere at Ristorante Milano of Nob Hill. Brightly painted walls capture light from the large windows to help create a bright and welcoming space. With an owner and executive chef that was born and raised in Rome, it is no wonder that this restaurant has gotten a reputation for the authenticity of its dishes. Ristorante Milano is particularly hailed for its Tiramisu dessert and Gnocchi con Salsa Aurora, a dish that consists of fresh, homemade gnocchi with fresh tomatoes. Many of …
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San Francisco is home of many great restaurants. To stand out from the rest you must offer not only top notch cuisine but an atmosphere that caters to all patrons. It’s very hard to achieve an overall standard, however; The Steps of Rome Trattoria has all those qualities. By offering enjoyable Italian cuisine and an establishment fit for most events, like a romantic getaway for two, or an outing with friends to enjoy the night. Their establishment transports guest to an Italian get-away with their traditional set up, from their outdoor sign to their interior décor, combined with white table …
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If you are looking for somewhere open late in the Mission District, Thrill of the Grill literally and figuratively delivers. The Appetizer list feature nearly everything you can imagine fried, from Curly Fries, Mozzarella sticks and Chicken Wings to Fried Calamari. Salad offerings include Caesar, Greek, Mixed Green and Shrimp. There are 7 sandwiches, 3 of which are cheese steak sandwiches (Philly, California, and North Beach), while the Half Pound Burger, Marinated Chicken, Meatball, and Blondie (vegetarian) sandwiches round out the rest. If you are craving a pasta dish, there are plenty of choices here as well, from Cheese Ravioli …
