L'Osteria del Forno

"Pass through the door of this modest storefront and you'll feel as if you've stumbled into a homey trattoria in Italy, with the staff chattering in Italian and seductive aromas drifting." Full review

"L'Osteria del Forno might be only slightly larger than a walk-in closet, but it's one of the top three authentic Italian restaurants in North Beach." Full review

"Best small Italian joint in North Beach. Waiting for one of 28 seats can take forever, and they don’t take reservations."

"A postage stamp-sized nook, L'Osteria del Forno is a humble refuge from the gaudy tourist traps right across Columbus Ave."

"You'll find some of the best food in North Beach at L'Osteria del Forno in a space the size of a large walk-in closet." Full review