Thoroughly enjoyed our meal! Probably in our top 10 SF restaurants. the butter corn pasta is a MUST. Initially we were skeptical, but it's almost like a dessert pasta -- sweet but not too sweet. I really enjoyed the blue fin crudo and Arancini as well. Service could have been a little faster but they were very attentive overall. We sat outside and it was a beautiful day but they also provide blankets and individual heaters above each table.

Hands down one of the best places to go to for Italian food. The service makes you feel like you are some high VP person. Waiters are so nice, come and explain everything to you as they are bringing it out. We were vegetarians as well, and when we were ordering a dessert we didn't realize that the top layer would be made of beef. The waiters remembered we were vegetarians and told us to not order it. It's simple things like that. Inside seating is amazing, but outside is also really nice. Their choices of vegetarian pasta and pizza are absolutely delicious. I usually don't like corn dishes, and squash either. But it was absolutely delicious. I was surprised at how good the food was here!! Highly recommend.

My pasta wasn't what I expected & to my surprise the manager and the bartender went above and beyond to value what I had to say and make the situation right . Customer service is sometimes lacking and I have to say everyone here is so kind . I also was introduced to earthy meat like mushrooms here that were truly chefs kiss .. I would love to try the squash blossom pizza so I will definitely be back ! Service 10 out of 10 !!! Thanks

A friend selected this location the evening before we went. She was able to secure a reservation (CC required) for 8pm on a Saturday night for outdoor seating. The restaurant is located along the edge of the financial district and north beach. I was able to find street parking right away. We are early and they were able to seat us right away. All the outdoor seating has heaters, plus they had throws if needed. They were needed. It's SF - factor on the micro climates! The FOOD and STAFF were amazing. The staff was well versed on the menu and the background of the dishes (the village where the cheese is from, the flour with pollen something and fennel something) - my friend and I were eager to experience the food lore of the foreign Italian locations! As we were seated outside it was not all that noisy (not much traffic on Saturday). It seemed a little noisier inside. The inside space was lovely and lively. The food was tasty, arrived well paced. The staff was impressively on top of clearing the table, changing dishes etc. A lot of great options on the menu. Everything we ate was delicious.

Very high quality Italian food. Not cheap, but a great option if you're looking for a special night out. Service was very good, and all the food we tried was amazing. We especially liked their selection of homemade pastas. This place also has some of the nicest parklets in the city, so don't be afraid to sit outside even in cold nights. Definitely get a reservation, as it's very popular. You'll likely need to book well in advance.

07/04/24 - summer season Noting when we came because they serve up new dishes as the days change The filling of the corn triangole (literally) is a creamy potage that could warm your tummy on a cold (northern Italian?) day and certainly warmed our spirits on this day of brilliant American independence Also if you think about it, you rarely find corn as the featured ingredient on an entree and this was the highlight of our 4 dishes. As someone who's never had cooked fig before, it was simply a delight to try the tart n sweet balsamic vinegar glaze on the fig and perfectly roasted onion app And our second pasta, the rabbit pappardelle, was not a heavy entre even with the meat and sauce. A light and hearty end to the main course. Torta croccante was a delectable ferroro rocher cake on a plate with hazelnut ice cream. Yum. Bit rich though so could've done with bit of fruit or another acid to break that down Ryan, our server + bartender extraordinaire, was thoughtful, knowledgeable about kitchen practices, the dishes, and their supply chain even just a few weeks into the job. Also complimented me on my fig app strategy to pair with the entrees ;) With an elevated dining experience in an upscale part of SF, Cotogna could be your next date night spot if you like farm fresh and inventive Italian. Would recommend and come again

This place has been on my list for a while and it didn't disappoint! Top notch service, fresh and local ingredients, warm & inviting ambiance. Perfect spot for a client dinner / impressing guests!

My husband and I came here for our two year wedding anniversary because i've been wanting to try Cotogna for the longest time! I noted that it was our anniversary on the reservation and they printed out Happy Anniversary on our placemats, and even gave us an extra placemat to take home! We ordered a bunch of things to share: the burrata appetizer, agnolotti del plin, mushroom and thyme pizza, and the mini cannolis for dessert. Everything was delicious but unfortunately we were too early in the season to try the corn triangoli (i'm coming back for it eventually!!). It was a perfect meal and they even added candles to our cannolis to celebrate. Definitely make a reservation because I think it's always crowded here. Service was very friendly and attentive and i'll be back soon to try their famous corn pasta!!

One of the best Italian restaurants I've eaten at in SF. Classy spot with high quality food and excellent, friendly service that still has a slightly casual feel. The type of place where you could have a high end birthday dinner or still show up in jeans. I've been here a few times and every time the seasonal menu blows me away. This time I had a whitefish crudo with an incredible basil oil and berry preserves. The combination of flavors was well balanced and so fresh. The pasta here is EXCELLENT!! Incredible quality ingredients that were allowed to shine when paired with a light sauce. I stayed along the seafood theme for my entree as well and was very happy with how the fish was prepared. Wine list is not super extensive, but staff are happy to help pick out wine pairings with your meal. Overall this restaurant is a great mesh between classic Italian flavors and the freshness of California cuisine. Every time I eat here I am always blown away by the experience!