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Fior Ditalia Restaurant

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Citysearch | This bastion of traditional Northern Italian cuisine in the San Remo Hotel is a popular stop for tourists and locals alike.

The San Francisco icon has been in operation since 1886, though it's changed locations several times. The crowd is generally older and upscale, with many Italian expatriates who frequent the elegant, dark wood...
citysearch.com - expert review - 11/21/2005
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OpenTable

Opened in 1886, Ristorante Fior d'Italia is America's oldest Italian restaurant. Chef Gianni Audieri continues the tradition of serving authentic Northern Italian cuisine with dishes such as gnocci, osso buco...
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Epinions

fior d'italia has the (perhaps dubious) distinction of being "the oldest italian restaurant in america...
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Epinions

age has taken its toll on this restaurant.....
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Yahoo! Travel

Find valuable restaurant information including descriptions, photos, reviews and interactive maps for Fior d'Italia in San Francisco, California. Locate additional information on sights, attractions and...
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Amazon.com

you cannot get the whole experience if you dont take time to visit the whole building. the restaurant is in fact most of the block and you go from room to private room, to dinner room, to ball room. walls are...
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IgoUgo

fior de italia is located in north beach and the little italy section of san francisco. it is a widely advertised restaurant that is usually pretty full. the food was all right, but we didn't feel it was worth...
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Wcities

this north beach restaurant boasts that it is america's oldest italian restaurant, established in 1886. the history is that it used to cater to brothel customers during the gold rush. today, serving authentic...
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OpenTable

opened in 1886, ristorante fior d'italia is america's oldest italian restaurant. chef gianni audieri continues the tradition of serving authentic northern italian cuisine with dishes such as gnocci, osso buco...
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User Reviews of Fior Ditalia Restaurant

Fresh pasta, nice sauces, slow service!

Stopped by with no reservation on a Sunday night. We were dressed way too casual for this place (shorts and flip flops) so we asked to sit out front which they gladly allowed. It was a really nice night....
citysearch.com - user review - 09/02/2007
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Excellent Italian for "locals" away from touristy areas

My wife & I went there based on tour guide recommendation, and had a wonderful dinner of authentic Italian cuisine. I had the lasagna which was succulent and not microwaved like some chain restaurants, and my...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/07/2007
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Best traditional Italian in town!

I had one of the greatest dining experiences at the Fior. I finally got a chance to eat at the new location since the fire and I was amazed how they were able to maintain almost (except for the location)...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/30/2007
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The real San Fancisco

We have been to the Fior d' Italia's new location (6th building I believe) several times. Talk about a classic. It is so much nicer tha the last location that got kinda old and worn out. The "new" place is...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/22/2007
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Not worth the price

The atmosphere is decent, but is not worth the money. I was severly disapointed by their ravioli for two reasons. First thier sauce has no flavor, second there is little of the sauce. Bieng Italian myself, I'm...
menupages.com - user review - 02/17/2007
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The most amazing restaurant!

I loved my experience at Fior D'Italia! We had incredible service and the manager talked with us about the history of the restaurant. It is expensive, but it's well worth the cost. I reccomend it to everyone.
menupages.com - user review - 11/10/2006
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Good Wine list, older crowd, knowledgeable staff

I moved here from Boston a year ago and am still looking for somewhere that beats the North End! I was not impressed by the food. I found it very bland. My husbands veal was tough and not very good. There are...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/02/2006
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User Review

We've been waiting for it to open, and we were not let down! New to the area, we had to try it. The food and service was exceptional, and the romantic atmosphere added to the evening.
citysearch.com - user review - 11/23/2005
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Always Fantastic

I've been coming here for years and the food and service have always been exceptional. I had the occassion to take a few out of town guests to dinner and Fior d'italia as always left them wanting more. The...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/05/2005
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wow

This place is fantastic. Don't listen to the other critics, it must have been an off day. The place is EXPENSIVE, but it is worth it for a special date. I had the 55 dollar sampler, the appetizers were yummy....
citysearch.com - user review - 08/19/2004
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The Best of The Best

I have never had such a great experience in an Italian Restaurant. Fior D' Italia is by far the best. The calamari was excellent and the veal to die for!The service was very professional and friendly,...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/14/2004
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Loved it

Took my family and had a wonderful time. Mateo was our waiter and was wonderful. Had a Caesar that was great. Fried calamari was real good even tho I read here it wasn't. They get it fresh from the East coast....
citysearch.com - user review - 04/29/2004
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Elegant Italian Restaurant

I was suprised by the ambience, its elegant dinning area. It felt luxurious in comparison to other Italian Restaurants in North Beach. The food was modest. Tried the canneloni and tortelini. A bit expensive,...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/13/2003
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Worst Restaurant Ever!!!

My 2 friends and I went over the weekend to this restaurant thinking it was a really classy place and instead had the worst experience ever. The server ignored us for the majority of the time, and when he...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/02/2003
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Oldest and the Best!

Everything about this restaurant is great - the hosts, the waiters, the food, the ambiance, everything. I've been going to this restaurant for years and I won't ever stop. I've done two group events here and...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/08/2003
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Tourists: Don't be trapped!

I agree with the last reviewer who said the calamari was inedible. By far it was the worst I've ever had. We ate a few bites of the calamari and never finished the rest. One of the chefs came out and said,...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/31/2002
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Best of the Best

Finally a restaurant worhty of being called an Italian restaurant. Great food, excellent service and most of all, great value.
citysearch.com - user review - 10/18/2002
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Worst Italian Food... Ever!!!

Went to this restaurant for lunch last Sunday. I always passed by and was curious. In short, this is the worst Italian food I have EVER eaten. The calamari was inedible. Im not even sure it was calamari. I had...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/18/2002
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The real deal

It is always a relief to be waited on by a professional, as opposed to some philosophy-major college ditz who wishes they got that record store job. The waitstaff is so attentive, and our experience has always...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/03/2002
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Gotta Try It!

After wandering the steets of San Fran trying to find the perfect restaurant, we found it when we stumbled into Fior d'Italia. The food was incredible - definitely try the chicken and veal cannaloni - and the...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/11/2002
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Authentic Italian... FINALLY!!!

I'm surprised at a few of these harsh critiques. My boyfriend, who was born in Italy and lived there for 20 years, loves this place. This is his favorite Italian restaurant, which reminds him of mamma's...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/06/2002
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