Il Borgo

Il Borgo Restaurant Review

When the fastidious Italian in-laws come to visit, we bring them here, and---as is usually the case on each candlelit table in the small space---every plate is licked clean. In a city of generally overwrought, soulless or expensive Italian-American cuisine, Milanese chef Sergio Fregerio maintains an inexpensive simplicity and authenticity at this unexpected Hayes Valley winner, reminiscent of...

Posted on November 04, 2011. Brought to you by gayot.

Why wrestle with North Beach parking demons when there’s this Hayes Valley classic complete with checkered tablecloths, Chianti bottles with candles, and Italian murals. The only thing missing is Frank. Pillowy homemade bread and pizzas, plus tasty Lobster Ravioli and gnocchi in gorgonzola sauce. The house-made pasta in the Fettucine del Borgo is like butta. Tiramisu for two caps a classic...

Posted on September 16, 2011. Brought to you by blackbookmag.

authentic italian, really enjoyed

Average Rating

100

So happy we bumped into this place whilst staying in the neighbourhood. Everything was very tasty- authentic Italian home-cooking! Our table ordered caesar salad, margherita pizza, pesto gnocchi, and italian style chicken with potatoes/veggies -which was a huge serving!. The house red was delicious and we topped it all off with fantastic tiramisu. The ambiance was very cozy -the walls...

Posted by TOMomToTwo on January 23, 2013. Brought to you by tripadvisor.

The lasganetta is a must

Average Rating

100

This place is great! The lasagnetta is to die for! The ambiance is nice, candle-lit with decorative murals. The service is also a plus. Makes you feel like you are in a small family-owned restaurant in Italy. The neighborhood is also growing which will give this place a boost.

Posted by trvl2aim on November 27, 2012. Brought to you by tripadvisor.