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Help us make it rightOur mission is simple, and two-fold: 1), share our passion and enjoyment of wine, and remove the intimidation factor that often surrounds it; and 2), introduce Bay Area customers to the wide range of high-quality Italian wines, particularly the little-known but truly excellent wines that hail from Northern Italy. Ottimista was designed to create a low-key environment for everyone, regardless of...
Playfully bestowed with the Italian word for "optimist" - that is, one who always believes that the glass is half full ...
Ottimista Enoteca-Café is a restaurant and wine bar that brings the Italian enoteca tradition to San Francisco's Cow Hollow neighborhood. The casual, rustic venue gets its name from the Italian translation for Optimist, because we believe that when it comes to good wine, one's glass should always be at least half-full. The restaurant features a seasonal menu of Italian-inspired small bites and...
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An exposed wine cellar, marble-topped bar and soaring timber ceiling give this sophisticated wine bar an airy, open feel. The wine list offers 25 by the glass and 200 by the...
Service here was excellent, some of the food was fantastic and some so-so. staff very polite and courteous. Meatballs to die for and the pizza and spagetti pomodoro were great. calamari not so good
Did I expect more? I did. After reading most of the reviews I was expecting elegant, cozy place with good food. Not a chance. Outside seats are so uncomfortable that if it wouldn't be for a very warm weather that evening I would definitely seat inside. It has an atmosphere of a sports bar with desperation to blend the Italian...
Great italian menu, nice wine list. Recently changed owners but the new management has thus far maintained the great aspects of this classic eatery
NB: In mid-2012 the ownership of Ottimista has changed; remains to be seen if it shapes up. Was so successful it has spawned imitators unable to match it's carefully prepared delicacies and an Italian wine selection that is magnifico. Exceptionally welcoming & warm ambience; unlike neighboring "jock" bars, has been a place where young women can happily relax and talk without straining their...
Very charming place. Came here with a couple of girlfriends over the weekend and noticed the new updates to the menu, which was much needed. We spent a...
Italian: Playfully bestowed with the Italian word for "optimist" -- that is, one who always believes that the glass is half full -- this wine bar also has a way with Italian-inspired tapas. Offering more than 200 by-the-bottle options, Ottimista showcases a changing 25 by-the-glass selections, concentrating on northern Italian vintages. Choose your favorite, and couple it with items like...
Who says branded labels of wine are always the best? At Ottimista Enoteca-Café, you can get acquainted with some of the finest wines produced in Northern Italy. And to add some more flavor to your visit, select from the well-designed menu that features small bites prepared with fresh local organic ingredients. Wines to go with a few of the larger dishes are suggested in the menu itself. The...
Playfully bestowed with the Italian word for "optimist" – that is, one who always believes that the glass is half full – this wine bar also has a way with Italian-inspired tapas. Offering more than 200 by-the-bottle options, Ottimista showcases a changing 25 by-the-glass selections, concentrating on northern Italian vintages. Choose your favorite, and couple it with items like truffled mushroom...
Not a big fan of wine? Order a cocktail from the bar--a full range of spirits is available.
An outdoor patio facing Union Street foot traffic is the place to be on sunny days and warm nights. Big groups can call ahead to snag the communal table inside, the only spot open for reservations.
Call about tastings and wine pairing dinners.
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