Palio

Name: Palio
Address: 640 Sacramento Street, San Francisco, CA, United States, 94111
Telephone: (415) 395-9800
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7

1492 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

30 Nov 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 2 times today

Good for business meals
Good for groups
Charming

Voted "2018 Best Overall Restaurant" by SF Bay Guardian readers, Palio is a favorite of downtown denizens looking for the perfect spot to make a deal, travelers who appreciate Michelin rated comfortable dining, and anyone seeking an exceptional group dining or private party venue. A place where historic techniques blend with a contemporary approach, and Michelin rated "comfortable" service personally overseen daily by owner Martino Di Grande.

Palio’s menu (including gluten free and heart healthy options) is a veritable culinary tour of Italy; emphasizing the cooking of different regions as the seasons change. Palio's menu utilizes organic produce from small, local farms as well as sustainable agriculture and aquaculture. The Wine Spectator award winning list has always been exceptional, including a wide range of Italian varietals and California offerings. Full bar.

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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Pizzeria, Cocktail Bar
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 2:30 pm–8:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
(415) 395-9800
Website
https://www.paliosf.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Mauricio Martinez
Catering
Considered by many to be one of San Francisco’s best private dining venues, Palio is elegant and timeless, yet approachable and “green”. Palio offers 3 totally private party rooms and semi-private areas that can easily accommodate for groups of 20 to 300 for lunch, all day meetings, cocktail receptions, and dinner.
Private party facilities
Since 1990, Palio has thrived as San Francisco’s favorite downtown Italian Restaurant by offering a seasonally changing menu, professional European service, a Wine Spectator recognized wine list and a premium full bar. Private Dining Options for groups of 8-250.
Private party contact
Valeria DiGrande: (415) 395-9800

Location
640 Sacramento Street, San Francisco, CA 94111
Area
Financial District / Embarcadero
Cross Street
Montgomery/Sacramento
Parking details
Free street parking after 6PM on the South side of Sacramento St. and after 7PM on the north side of Sacramento St. Free street parking on Saturday evenings.
Public transit
By bus on the #1 California Line <br />Only one block from the California St. cable car stop at California and Kearny <br />5 level blocks (no hills) from Montgomery St. Bart and Muni Station <br /><br />
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Aperol SprtizUSD 16.00
Served on draft. Aperol, prosecco, seltzer
LiscioUSD 13.00
Seagram's vodka, rosemary syrup, lemon, seltzer
StargazerUSD 16.00
Basil infused olive oil washed gin, raspberry and basil tea, chartreuse, vegan egg white, powdered raspberry
White Devil (in spanish)USD 16.00
Tequila, cocchi americano, luxardo bitter rosso, grapefruit
Tamayo Old FashionedUSD 16.00
Verde momento mezcal, nixta corn liquor, mole bitters, tajin dipped orange
Improved BrookylnUSD 17.00
Old overholt rye, Palio's house amaro blend, pernod absinthe, luxardo maraschino
Underground CityUSD 23.00
White truffle infused scotch, amaro averna, nardini almond grappa, white truffle oil

Beer

On draught and by the bottle

PeroniUSD 9.00
Lager Beer, Italy
Menabrea AmberUSD 12.00
Amber, Italy
Almanac Hazy IPAUSD 13.00
Alameda, USA
Amstel LiteUSD 8.00
Lager, Netherlands
Menabrea BlondeUSD 10.00
Lager, Italy
MorettiUSD 9.00
Lager, Italy
WeihenstephanerUSD 9.00
Hefe Weissbier, Germany
HitachinoUSD 16.00
Red Rice Ale, Japan
Baladin L'IppaUSD 13.00
IPA, Italy
LagunitasUSD 12.00
IPA, USA

Wines by the Glass

Sparkling Wines

Prosecco DOCUSD 16.00
Scarpetta, Veneto, 2019
LambruscoUSD 18.00
Scarpetta, Emilia-Romagna, NV
Moscato d'AstiUSD 16.00
Scrapona, Piemonte, 2020

Wines by the Glass

Rose

Rose of Pinot NoirUSD 16.00
La Crema, Monterey, 2020
La FragheUSD 14.00
Bardolino, Chiaretto, Veneto, 2022

Wines by the Glass

White Wines

Pinot GrigioUSD 14.00
Arduino, Venezio, 2020
VermentinoUSD 15.00
La Cala, Sardenia, 2020
Etna BiancoUSD 15.00
Cottenara, Sicilia, 2022
Fiano di AvellinoUSD 17.00
Rocca di Principe, Campangia, 2021
Sauvignon BlancUSD 16.00
Matanzas Creek, Sonoma, 2021
ChardonnayUSD 15.00
Cambria, Santa Maria, Katherine's Vineyard, 2020

Wines by the Glass

Red Wines

Montepulciano d'AbruzzoUSD 16.00
Roccia Forte, 2019
Etna RossoUSD 18.00
Tornatore, Sicilia, 2020
Palazzo della TorreUSD 17.00
Allegrini, Veneto, 2020
BaroloUSD 24.00
Cesare, La Morra, Piemonte, 2019
Super TuscanUSD 15.00
Remole, Frescobaldi, Toscana, 2019
Pinot NoirUSD 16.00
Lapis Luna, Northern Coast, 2021
Cabernet SauvignonUSD 20.00
Priest Ranch, Napa Valley, 2019

Wines by the Bottle

Sparkling

BortolomiolUSD 52.00
Prosecco DOC, Brut, Veneto, NV
FelsinaUSD 72.00
Rose, Spumanti, Brut, Toscana, NV
ChampagneUSD 156.00
Vueve Cliquot, Brut, Yellow Label, Reims, NV

Wines by the Bottle

White Wines

Pinot GrigioUSD 51.00
Terlano, Alto Adige, 2023
ChardonnayUSD 65.00
La Melle, Il Borro, Toscana, 2021
MannaUSD 99.00
Franz Haas, Alto Adige, 2021
FriulanoUSD 61.00
Livia Felluga, Friulki-Venezio Giulia, Collio, 2021
Soave SuperioreUSD 85.00
Pieropan, La Rocca, Veneto, 2021
Roero ArneisUSD 56.00
Giovanni Rosso, Piemonte, 2020
Verdicchio SuperioreUSD 58.00
Castello dei Jesi, Bucci, Marche, 2020
FalanghinaUSD 52.00
Feudi San Gregorio, Campania, 2021
Etna BiancoUSD 96.00
Nerina, Girolamo Russo, Sicilia, 2021
VitovskaUSD 103.00
Skerk, carso, Friuli
BorrorosaUSD 56.00
Il Boro, Rosato, Toscana, 2022
Sauvignon BlancUSD 99.00
Inglenook, Napa, 2022

Wines by the Bottle

Red Wines

Barbera d'AstiUSD 48.00
Bava Libera, Piemonte, 2019
NebbioloUSD 64.00
Langhe, Bava, Piemonte, 2019
BarbarescoUSD 130.00
Produttori di Barbaresco, Piemonte, 2018
BaroloUSD 145.00
Giovanni Rosso, Serralunga d'Alba, Piemonte, 2017
Pinot NeroUSD 162.00
Girlan, Trattmann Riserva, Sudtirol, Alto adige, 2021
Valpolicella RipassaUSD 72.00
Bertani, Veneto, 2019
AmaroneUSD 168.00
Allegrini, Veneto, 2018
Chianti Classico RiservaUSD 76.00
Felsina, Toscana, 2018
Rosso di MontalcinoUSD 88.00
Capanna, Toscana, 2019
Brunello di MontalcinoUSD 145.00
Col d'Orcia, Toscana, 2017
Vino Nobile di MontepulcianoUSD 52.00
Torcalvano, Toscana, 2019
GuidalberoUSD 162.00
Tenuta San Guido, Toscana, 2021
SassicaiaUSD 500.00
Tenuta San Guido, Toscana, 2020
Taurasi RiservaUSD 180.00
Mastrobernardino, Radici, Campania, 2014
BarrauaUSD 135.00
Agricola Punica, Isola Dei Nurghi, Sardegna, 2018
Pinot NoirUSD 75.00
La Crema, Sealift, Sonoma Coast, 2017
Pinot NoirUSD 348.00
Sea Smoke, Southing, Central Coast, 2021
Cabernet FrancUSD 75.00
Comptoir, Santa Rita Hills, St. Ynez, 2020
Cabernet SauvignonUSD 98.00
Cosenza, Sonoma, 2014
Cabernet SauvignonUSD 210.00
Inglenook, Napa, 2018
Cabernet SauvignonUSD 300.00
Shafer, One Point Five, Napa Valley, 2021

What 1,492 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.8Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

San Francisco Bay Area
Romantic
San Francisco
Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Palio is a beloved gem in San Francisco, celebrated for its "amazing food" and "exceptional service." Guests rave about the "best pizza in town," delectable homemade pastas, and welcoming ambiance. With a commitment to seasonal ingredients and a cozy, elegant setting, Palio is perfect for both date nights and business gatherings.

1,492 Reviews

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Gayle
San Francisco
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on 13 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a great experience at Palio. Great staff, food, service and ambiance. Wish I could walk to it from home so I could eat there every week.
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Narek
Los Angeles
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on 31 October 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
The food was mediocre and bland. Nothing really inspiring and the staff wasn't helpful with answering questions about the dishes. Service was okay, and it was quiet. Overall, it's a 2-3 star experience. Shame because I was looking forward to it too.
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James
San Francisco
30 reviews
vip
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on 23 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Palio has been around a long time and remains a decent lunch venue for business related meals. Portions are sized right and the quality of the is decent but not extraordinary.
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Jessica
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 23 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We had a group of 8 and enjoyed the food and experience. It was easy to talk which was nice.
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nancy
New York City
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 26 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Very attentive waiters, manager, bussing staff. Good pizza. Tender cinghiale bolognese
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Jamie
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 25 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I made a reservation here for an after work social with some colleagues. The Palio staff went above and beyond to make it the most memorable experience!
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Jennifer
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 24 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We visited for a team lunch and everything was delicious. I have been to Palio several times and I am never disappointed. Looking forward to the next time!
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Jane A.
San Francisco
170 reviews
5.0
170 reviews
Dined on 17 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was delicious, service was wonderful, and the setting was great!
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Gus
Edmonton
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on 10 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
great restaurant, good food and wine. Next time in SF, we will be back
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Maria
San Francisco
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 6 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food is amazing! Everyone who works here is so great, friendly and fun.
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FAQs

Palio offers delivery in partnership with Postmates. Palio also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 395-9800.

Palio is rated 4.7 stars by 1492 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

30 Nov 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 2 times today

Order delivery or takeout

640 Sacramento Street, San Francisco, CA 94111

Additional information

Cross Street
Montgomery/Sacramento
Area
Financial District / Embarcadero
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 2:30 pm–8:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Pizzeria, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Free street parking after 6PM on the South side of Sacramento St. and after 7PM on the north side of Sacramento St. Free street parking on Saturday evenings.
Public transit
By bus on the #1 California Line Only one block from the California St. cable car stop at California and Kearny 5 level blocks (no hills) from Montgomery St. Bart and Muni Station
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Mauricio Martinez
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.paliosf.com/
Phone number
(415) 395-9800
Catering
Considered by many to be one of San Francisco’s best private dining venues, Palio is elegant and timeless, yet approachable and “green”. Palio offers 3 totally private party rooms and semi-private areas that can easily accommodate for groups of 20 to 300 for lunch, all day meetings, cocktail receptions, and dinner.
Private party facilities
Since 1990, Palio has thrived as San Francisco’s favorite downtown Italian Restaurant by offering a seasonally changing menu, professional European service, a Wine Spectator recognized wine list and a premium full bar. Private Dining Options for groups of 8-250.
Private party contact
Valeria DiGrande: (415) 395-9800

Palio

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

Margherita

Salsiccia e Pepperoni

Siciliana

Cocktails

Aperol SprtizUSD 16.00

LiscioUSD 13.00

StargazerUSD 16.00

White Devil (in spanish)USD 16.00

Tamayo Old FashionedUSD 16.00

Improved BrookylnUSD 17.00

Underground CityUSD 23.00

Beer

PeroniUSD 9.00

Menabrea AmberUSD 12.00

Almanac Hazy IPAUSD 13.00

Amstel LiteUSD 8.00

Menabrea BlondeUSD 10.00

MorettiUSD 9.00

WeihenstephanerUSD 9.00

HitachinoUSD 16.00

Baladin L'IppaUSD 13.00

LagunitasUSD 12.00

Wines by the Glass

Prosecco DOCUSD 16.00

LambruscoUSD 18.00

Moscato d'AstiUSD 16.00

Wines by the Glass

Rose of Pinot NoirUSD 16.00

La FragheUSD 14.00

Wines by the Glass

Pinot GrigioUSD 14.00

VermentinoUSD 15.00

Etna BiancoUSD 15.00

Fiano di AvellinoUSD 17.00

Sauvignon BlancUSD 16.00

ChardonnayUSD 15.00

Wines by the Glass

Montepulciano d'AbruzzoUSD 16.00

Etna RossoUSD 18.00

Palazzo della TorreUSD 17.00

BaroloUSD 24.00

Super TuscanUSD 15.00

Pinot NoirUSD 16.00

Cabernet SauvignonUSD 20.00

Wines by the Bottle

BortolomiolUSD 52.00

FelsinaUSD 72.00

ChampagneUSD 156.00

Wines by the Bottle

Pinot GrigioUSD 51.00

ChardonnayUSD 65.00

MannaUSD 99.00

FriulanoUSD 61.00

Soave SuperioreUSD 85.00

Roero ArneisUSD 56.00

Verdicchio SuperioreUSD 58.00

FalanghinaUSD 52.00

Etna BiancoUSD 96.00

VitovskaUSD 103.00

BorrorosaUSD 56.00

Sauvignon BlancUSD 99.00

Wines by the Bottle

Barbera d'AstiUSD 48.00

NebbioloUSD 64.00

BarbarescoUSD 130.00

BaroloUSD 145.00

Pinot NeroUSD 162.00

Valpolicella RipassaUSD 72.00

AmaroneUSD 168.00

Chianti Classico RiservaUSD 76.00

Rosso di MontalcinoUSD 88.00

Brunello di MontalcinoUSD 145.00

Vino Nobile di MontepulcianoUSD 52.00

GuidalberoUSD 162.00

SassicaiaUSD 500.00