Bay Area Italian Eats

• Historic shift: Alioto’s Restaurant, opened 1924 and closed 2022 after pandemic struggles, was demolished in January; the site now hosts Alioto’s...

In the nearly deserted Northgate Mall food court in San Rafael, Daily Recess serves some of the Bay Area’s best gelato, with seasonal flavors like...

Serious diners seeking authentic Italian skills can book these Peninsula experiences led by local experts.

• Hands-On Wood-Fired Italian Pizza Class:...

This spicy tuna puttanesca delivers minimal effort, maximum payoff after long days, using only pantry staples like canned tuna, olives, capers, and...

Bella Trattoria earns praise for its celiac-focused safety measures and standout gluten-free gnocchi.

• Staff immediately confirm gluten sensitivities...

Bay Area diners can grab quality meats and Italian provisions on sale through September 1 at Doris Market.

• Meats: All Natural chicken cutlets...

Auto Vino Wine Garden reopens Sunday for outdoor lunch featuring 48-hour-fermented Neapolitan-style pizzas baked at 900°F in a 1955 Flxible Diner Bus...

Serious home cooks can master regional Italian techniques in Chef Jeremy's upcoming handmade pasta workshop. The class covers mixing, kneading, and hand-shaping cavatelli and orecchiette from start to finish.

Alessandro Giannatempo's cheat ciabatta delivers an approachable two-day project using poolish instead of sourdough for flavorful, open-crumb bread...

Two Bay Area pasta counters are joining today's global Paga Lo Que Puedas day, letting diners pay what they can for regular menu items.

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Santoro's Italian Deli has Chicken Parm Sandwiches on the menu today, available on focaccia for +$3. A must-try special for Bay Area deli fans.

Jules, the airy and whimsically decorated pizza spot in SF's Lower Haight, landed on Bon Appétit's Best New Restaurants 2026 list. Chef Max...

Jules in the Lower Haight emerged as a standout Italian-focused newcomer on Bon Appétit's 2026 best new restaurants list. Former Tartine director Max...

Guerra Quality Meats at 490 Taraval Street offers that rare old-school neighborhood feel with imported goods, classic sandwiches, pasta, and pantry staples ideal for serious home cooks and deli lovers.

Lucca Delicatessen at 2120 Chestnut St delivers imported goods, classic sandwiches, pasta, and pantry staples with that rare old-school neighborhood feel.

Tomato Celebration returns to Ferry Plaza Farmers Market on August 29 from 11am-1pm, with Foodwise spotlighting this seasonal local produce. Perfect for Bay Area diners seeking peak tomatoes for sauces and dishes.

Roma Antica is opening at 172 E 3rd Ave in downtown San Mateo, bringing its Roman-style pizza, handmade pasta, and other signature dishes to the...

Guerra's Italian Market at 490 Taraval St stands out as a classic neighborhood deli with fresh-cut meats, homemade pasta, and legendary sandwiches—a must-visit for home cooks and serious sandwich lovers in San Francisco.

Pasta Supply Co. has already hit halfway to its $400,000 goal in one week by selling direct $4,000 lifetime pasta subscriptions for the new Cole...

Pasta Supply Co. is raising $400,000 for its Cole Valley location by selling pasta for a year ($550) or life ($4,000) directly to customers via its...