Review Allegro Romano - San Francisco

Kevin Dimond

Very traditional Italian restaurant. It's a very small venue so it can be difficult to secure a table. I've been here for work engagements with a large party several times. The owner is heavily involved and an amazing host. The food is superb and if you're doing multiple courses, do not eat heavily before otherwise you will be unable to enjoy the fabulous desserts. I've had the pleasure of witnessing the owner sing, which is a delight for everyone in attendance. This is a gem of a restaurant that you have to enjoy. The view out the window is of the bay bridge which is fantastic at night when it's not socked in by fog.

Mira Torres

I really loved this place. I went there awhile back for a going away party for my husband's best friend. It was a party of about 10 people.From what I remember the food was delicious. The service was excellent. The non-stop wine was delicious and though the place is a bit smushed, it is intimate, has rose petals, and great lighting. The ambiance is so fabulous that we actually stayed until closing. Really nice. I did ask what kind of wine they were pouring but the waiter refused to answer my question. Eh! I'll be back, anyway.

Mark Clem

Lorenzo is a wonderful host whose wine pairing recommendations are spot on. Food has been consistently delicious for the 10 years we've dined there. Allegro celebrated its 20 years anniversary this year and continues to be a favorite spot for a special dinner.

J B

Best dining experience ever! The food was fantastic - I feel like that was a given based on the menu containing truffle in half the items. But the real thing to talk about was the spectacular service. If I could give more than 5 stars, I would. My date and I didn't have reservations, but walked up to the restaurant around 7pm (which turned out to be right in between their two seatings). Luckily for us there had been a couple of no-shows/cancellations so we were able to get a table. From the beginning, it was a top notch experience. Fresh rose petals on the table and waiters who didn't miss a detail. My date ordered soup, but I didn't want an appetizer, so rather than have him eat alone, the waiter brought me free bruschetta and an extra spoon. Our dinners were both delicious (and the wine too). When our dessert came, they added extra treats to the plate and a candle for good measure (not my birthday, but what the heck?). The waiters were both charming and entertaining, keeping us smiling and laughing throughout the evening. At the end, they gave each woman at every table a beautiful red rose when they brought the check. We left full, happy as could be and our cheeks hurting from smiling and laughing. Hands down, this was the best dining experience I've ever had.

maui maui

Awesome experience last night: food, service, atmosphere and did I say the owner Lorenzo was an excellent HOST. Have finally found our second home. Watch out Lorenzo - Mike and I will be back! tmosphere

Ed De Andrade

An orgasmic experience with every bite..This is truly a gem. Hidden in Russian Hill with a view of the beautifully lit Bay bridge. . The chef....lets talk about the Chef Lorenzo....WOW...an explosion of personality. Service..hospitality. Excellence. I could go ad infinitum to extol Chef Lorenzo's magic in the kitchen but his food speaks for itself! Oscar's spectacular service and hospitality are bar none. Words cannot describe how strongly feel about recommending this wonderful establishment! Ed De Andrade

Emi Rigby

THIS is the place for authentic italian pasta in nob hill. it's an establishment. you will get first class treatment from the chef who lives in the apartment above his restaurant and truly puts heart & soul into this place. many famous people have dined here, but it still feels local and authentic. get reservations if you go!

Jeffery Mah

Nice restaurant on Russian hill. I had the lamb shank ossobucco. It was cooked to perfection. We shared the chocolate ice cream dessert which was so good that we would go back to have that with a cappuccino!

Jessa Mittleman

Wow! We went here because it was across the street from our AirB&B. It was a delightful surprise: A 20-year-old neighborhood Italian restaurant where everything was perfect. Truffle risotto with freshly greate truffles. Perfectly cooked branzino. One of the best tira mi su I've ever had.

Ethan Hare

Incredible experience, wonderful food the best service with Lorenzo himself. Not to mention great friends to share it all with. Happy birthday and congratulations to Paul and Carrie

Mike Kowal

Live in NYC, always come by when in SF. Food is wonderfully prepared and the owner always makes you feel at home. Always bring friends and coworkers here and is universally loved. Recommended for anyone

Matthias Schwab

Small owner operated Italian restaurant. Very good food. Nice ambiente -- almost like a neighborhood restaurant, but with very good food. The owner stopped at the table and chatted with us -- and threw in a special desert. We had a very nice evening.

Don Greenberg

This is now the outstanding Serafina, run by the same team. We had a sublime rack of veal, prededed by a prosciutto/mushroom pinsa.