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La Ciccia

Italian Restaurant$$$$

Fairmount, San Francisco

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La Ciccia

9.1^/10

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Ranked #3 for Italian restaurants in San Francisco
Has a stamp of approval from Eater and SFGate
"7x7's Big Eat 2012 says the spicy baby octopus stew is delicious."(9 Tips)
"then the perfectly cooked & seasoned Spaghittusu Bottariga."(3 Tips)
"Mushroom spaghetti dish was yummy and the burrata was incredible"(5 Tips)
"I highly recommend the baby octopus stew and sea urchin pasta!"(8 Tips)

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SFGateAugust 2, 2014
Specialties: Baby octopus stew; spaghetti with bottarga and cured fish roe; fregola with uni and tuna heart; ricotta and saffron cake with honey. Read more
EaterApril 12, 2016
This family-run sparkler is free of pretension and full of love. Don’t miss the spicy octopus stew, the sea urchin pasta, and the unusual wine selection. Read more
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EaterNovember 25, 2014
Fancy some Italian this evening? This family-run sparkler is free of pretension and full of love. Don’t miss the spicy octopus stew, the sea urchin pasta, and the unusual wine selection. Read more
Bridget GaelMay 15, 2021
The most lovely, quiet Italian spot — felt like I had transported to Sardinia. Incredible wine list - we loved the hurrays arugula salad and whole roasted prawns
Wilson Favre-DelerueOctober 2, 2017
Fabulous, intimate, fun and DELICIOUS. Particularly love the family running this neighbourhood gem.
Tom McGhanApril 8, 2013
Check in BEFORE you get seated; they ask no electronics be used at the table. After that, order the squid, then the perfectly cooked & seasoned Spaghittusu Bottariga. It lives up to the hype.
Jon B.April 2, 2017
Amazing little Sardinian neighborhood eatery, with impressive Italian wine list. I highly recommend the baby octopus stew and sea urchin pasta!
Adena BrenowitzFebruary 16, 2018
Been here 5+ times
Get the Sardinian bread, spaghetti with the fish roe, roasted prawns (legit so soft and delicious) burrata salad, amazing wines!
Carlos CheungApril 23, 2014
Make a reservation in advance. If you order 1 appetizer, 2 first, and 2 main = perfect portion size for 3 people. Don't forget a bottle of wine because they have an amazing list.
Grace S.September 24, 2014
Cannonau wine. Rank order:spaghetti perf al dente, chewy & garlicky. Squid ink linguine=lemony & crisp. Sea urchin pasta=heaviest of 3 & like a salty sea urchin flavor pearl couscous. Terrific EVOO.
EaterJuly 28, 2011
Not so much San Francisco Italian, as pure unadulterated regional Italian, this family-run sparkler is free of pretension and full of love. Don’t miss the sea urchin pasta. [Eater 38 Member] Read more
Sarah TrottAugust 18, 2017
I loved the spaghetti for the pasta dish and the octopus for the starter. Also try the crispy flatbread
Steijn PelleMay 21, 2017
Fabulous staff. Fregula with uni and tuna heart is a winner! Don't forget to check out the wine list too. Comes close to dining in Italy.
EaterSeptember 2, 2014
Don’t miss the spicy octopus stew, the sea urchin pasta, and the unusual wine selection. Read more
Paula KimMarch 16, 2022
Everything from appetizers to pasta to main course to dessert is spectacular! The fresh pasta is cooked perfectly al dente.
Damian BayonaMarch 7, 2017
Must try octopus stew. Lamb is also recommended. Expect longer waits for food to be prepared. Wine list is extensive and Italian
David GreenJanuary 3, 2019
Been here 5+ times
amazing!! I love their pasta dish, but i can't ever find the name online. But it's a pork and pasta w/ red sauce
Tasting TableJuly 5, 2012
Try the feather-light flatbread called pani guttiau, the roast sea bream with olive sugo, or the signature prupisceddu in umidu, velvety octopus stewed in tomato sauce: Read more
Meg MinuskinAugust 21, 2013
one of the only places in the city you can get Argiolas wine. Burrata is perfect. Get the seafood or fish - meat is done better elsewhere.
Nina YasavulMarch 21, 2021
Baby octopus and spagehet with fish roe🙌🏻 backyard patio was also great and tables are distanced.. great food👌🏻
ISC ChicagoAugust 3, 2017
Don't miss the Spaghittusu cun Allu Ollu e Bottariga (Fresh Spaghetti Spicy Garlic Oil Salt Cured Fish Roe)
cyn kDecember 29, 2012
Imagine the most tender octopus in an italian mole-like stew. Combine that with delish pasta, meat plates, and incredibly kind service- win win win.
Tom LaymanApril 12, 2018
All of the dishes are wonderful. Fresh fish, the pork Scalapino, but rats cheese appetizer, best prosciutto ever!
Layla Khoury-HanoldFebruary 28, 2013
Best Italian I've had in a long time, east or west coast! Get the spicy baby octopus stew & squid ink linguine. Foodie. Heaven.
Marcus GuerreroApril 2, 2014
Favorite tables are up front by the windows. Love this place and have had two fantastic dinners here. Service is excellent.
michael tMay 30, 2015
Been here 5+ times
The spicy octopus stew is as awesome as everyone says. Use the bread to sop up the extra sauce.
Prakash NairMarch 2, 2017
The bottarga and octopus stew. This has earned a place as my top 5 best places in SF.
Chester NgOctober 28, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Spicy octopus stew, uni tuna heart pasta, lamb chops, the special pasta of the day. Delicious.
Scott MersyApril 23, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Amazing food, great people. Always get the baby octopus stew. Their margherita is perfect too. Good wine list, lately they've had a great Burrata dish too
Nicole RocchioMarch 4, 2020
Mushroom spaghetti dish was yummy and the burrata was incredible
cyn kMarch 27, 2014
Octopus stew. This alone makes the place phenomenal.
Simon TanNovember 22, 2016
If you get the traditional Sardinian dish, be warned - it's flavor is really strong
Madison Levin-EpsteinSeptember 23, 2013
If you appreciate food, this is a must visit. The husband/wife team who run it do a wonderful job!
Mark MunroJanuary 9, 2018
Arguably the best Italian restaurant in SF. Perfect 🍝.
Meri's FoodFebruary 26, 2017
The gnochetti with pork ragu and pecorino cheese. Let them recommend a wine.
louda bayMay 11, 2017
Everything. Sounds boring, but the mixed greens are amazing.
Daphne HoweMarch 20, 2016
The octopus stew!!! Everyone raves about it and it's worth it!
Arthur Le MeurJune 19, 2018
Best Sardinian restaurant in SF. Family-run. Pasta is unreal.
nils jansonOctober 21, 2017
The baby octopus is incredible. What a great, intimate restaurant.
Brian LongtinJanuary 12, 2020
So much good food, focus on the pastas if you’re worried about ordering too much.
Yina MersyApril 23, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Love the place! The owner is SO warm and sweet. The food is superb! Octopus stew, calamari, burrata are the best!!
Bennett W WongApril 30, 2014
Featured and reviewed restaurant on KQED Check, Please Bay Area Season 5, Episode 7. I'll have to make a stop here one day for a taste of Sardinian cuisine.
Meaghan HFebruary 13, 2020
Amazing local spot for Sardinian cuisine.
Dab PadillaJanuary 6, 2013
The Salami pizza, not the usual crap you get from other places. Doesn't even have tomato sauce. It's delicious.
Denise DuffyApril 23, 2012
Bottarga (Dried tuna eggs) on fresh Pasta? Who knew? Amazing. Great Neighborhood.
DanielNovember 23, 2023
Everything is great!
Brian TMay 9, 2013
Great place to try unique seafood dishes. Get a smorgasbord and share.
ISC ChicagoAugust 3, 2017
Everything looked good, and was! I honored their request for no cameras, so I didn't snap any photo.
Jeffrey JohnsonSeptember 7, 2013
the spaghetti with bottarga is the best pasta dish I've ever had!
BrianJanuary 24, 2012
7x7's Big Eat 2012 says the spicy baby octopus stew is delicious. Yum!

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