Lovely meal. Really enjoyed the wine. Got the bread (not served warm but was still delicious) and cauliflower as apps which were amazing. For mains, the bolognese was perfect and my boyfriend really liked his burger! The brownie dessert was also incredible. All around phenomenal meal well worth the decently high price point.
Side note, we didn’t order the Moroccan fried chicken but we saw the table next to us order it. It was massive (looked yummy!) and looked like it was meant to be shared by at least two people although it doesn’t suggest it that way on the menu. Just throwing it out there because it’s listed as a main but personally I wouldn’t get it for just myself. It’s a huge plate.
The service was really good I can’t fault it, but for the price and setting it was probably what you’d expect. The high ceilings do a lot for the space, which is bustling but not crowded or feeling like a business. Exposed kitchens are fun, so together with quality of the drinks Nopa is pretty high up on the list of bars. The cocktail menu is a display of the craft that drink service can be. It is full of intrigue and the items that we tried offered instant appreciation of the time that must have gone into their design. The food didn’t hit me the same way. None of our starters, two mains or desserts did anything to surprise me, still good food perhaps the bar was just set too high.
Service was absolutely excellent, food was great but portion size and price could be better.
We sat at the bar and were able to see the chefs creating art, it was beautiful. Everything we ordered has a balanced flavour profile as I would expect with this price. Service was honestly the best thing here, staff was friendly, professional and knew what they were doing, very detailed in their service. Their vegetarian items are limited but willing to accommodate which I appreciated. Specifics about what we ordered:
The tagine was delicious, highly recommended. The pasta was refreshing but I didn’t think it was worth the price. The grilled peach was amazing especially when we paired it with the sourdough but again pricey for what it is. All is to say, great food, great service but be prepared to spend quite a bit. It is a fancier restaurant and in SF.
Service is top notch! We were so lucky to be seated in Rico’s section.
The espresso martinis were the best we’ve had in the city and the desserts were so flavorful. We had the brown butter brownie and the spiced apple cider cake.
We can’t wait to come back for dinner!
!!!!!Love the food!!!!! We come here often and is a go-to spot, especially when we want everything to be perfect. The pork chops are always cooked and seasoned to perfection...every bite. The moroccan fried chicken and sauce are always good, the bolgnese is divine and I wouldn't be surprised to find out if they make their own sausage. The desserts, including the warm cookies with some good coffee (they make good coffee) are such a treat to end the blissful experience in their hopping and pleasant sounding atmosphere of people enjoying their food, drinks, dessert and excellent customer service. Oh, and the drinks are always on point- hats off to all the Nopa drink mixologists! Thank you for giving me and my husband, and all of our friends & family that we bring such a pleasant experience and heavenly eats!!!!
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What a delicious evening! While an expensive place, the portions were massive and quality was without a doubt amazing! Our server Max was super nice, in addition to fun costumes all around for Halloween.
We ordered sooo much, and nearly fell on the floor.
We began with drinks, the 50/50 Martini and the Hotel Nacional- both really good!
In order of least favorite to favorite dishes (and all were delicious):
5) WOOD BAKED GIGANTE BEANS, BREADCRUMBS, OREGANO PESTO AND FETA - very tasty, but wouldn't order again.
4) PAPPARDELLE, NINE HOUR BOLOGNESE, BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND PARMESAN - also delicious, but cold and didn't stand out that much to me.
3) SMOKED BRISKET, LENTILS, ROASTED TURNIPS AND HORSERADISH CRÈME FRAÎCHE - tasted like hot pastrami that wasn't sliced, which was good and soft but not what I was hoping for.
Please note that 2 and 1 were both legions above the rest and were amazing!
2) WARREN PEAR, STRACCIATELLA, WALNUTS AND NOPA ROOFTOP HONEY - the cheese and honey and all in one mouthfuls were amazing!!
1) MUSHROOM TOAST, FRESH RICOTTA, CARAMELIZED ONION AND BALSAMIC - just WOW. INSANELY GOOD!!
We were unfortunately too full to order dessert. However the birthday girl got a complimentary brown butter cookie ice cream which was unbelievable!
Amazing staff and even better food. Staff were super friendly and knowledgeable about the food. I got lamb tartare and that was super flavorful and refreshing. The chips did not hurt my mouth. Also got the goat cheese and toast which was quite warm and delicious. The way the ingredients and flavors blend together along with the texture makes for a very flavorful. I got the parpadelle which was a bit watery but the flavors were good and the pasta was chewy. The fried chicken was super crispy and flavorful. The honey sauce was amazing. Overall I loved the staff and food.
Hands down the best meal i’ve had in awhile!!!
Stumbled upon this place and proceeded to share (between the two of us) the Grilled Nectarine with Stracciatella cheese, honey and walnuts! Also order the Vegetable Tangine. Was left feeling full but not over the top!
The menu here changes daily but I was blown away! Will be coming back!!!
All the severs & waitstaff were very kind, I recommend sitting at the bar so you can see the action!
Daisy Kindersley Mckenzie
+5
Such a pleasurable eve at Nopa!
10/10 dining experience and food.
Personal favourites were the grilled broccoli in lemony buttery sauce, the trout with tomato vinaigrette and the basil icecream with peaches and cream 🤍
We also had the pork chop, lamb meatballs, chicken & fries, deep fried anchovies, beans & a mint chocolate semifreddo.
Tummiesss were fullll and satisfied. Go hungry with 4 people and share everything.
Wow wow wow, I didn’t even get the tip of the iceberg here and I already know I have to come back possibly even multiple times to really enjoy all of the amazing thing this restaurant has to offer.
My friend and I sat at the bar which is not require a reservation but you better get there right at 5 o’clock if you want to take advantage of that.
We ordered a few glasses of wine and a couple of snacks just to get it started. Everything was exceptional. I really can’t recommend this restaurant enough.
I know this is not particularly an extensive review, but just trust me on this make a reservation and enjoy . You’re welcome.
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