Il cilentano Pasta Bar

$30–50
The food was average and the portions small. Parmesan Cheese for pasta and salt, pepper, water only available upon request. We asked for extra plates to share but we were asked to re-use our salad plates.
We could not take our coats off for dinner because it was so cold in the restaurant. We felt rushed
The owner charged gratuity on the bill’s tax even after we asked for gratuity to be charged before taxes.. I think the restaurateur is very frugal or having a hard time making the bills so the atmosphere/service is suffering because of it.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 3

Service: 2

Truly amazing food, i would consider this the best pasta in the area. Clearly made with pride, love and lots of flavor.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

We were seated and looking at the menu when my friend was asked to pay $5 to use the restroom. We decided not to dine there. Unfortunate first impression.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

We came to Il Cilentano Pasta Bar four years ago and had such a great experience that we had to come back — and it’s still just as amazing! My daughter loves their gnocchi, it’s perfectly soft and full of flavor. The pizza, fresh bread, and appetizers were all delicious too.

The restaurant has such a cozy, authentic Italian feel, and the staff are friendly and welcoming. Definitely one of our favorite spots in San Francisco for fresh, homemade pasta! 🇮🇹🍝

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Santo is a very nice guy! The food is very good and the restaurant is beautiful!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Staff were so rude.

Service: 1

I got kicked out of the restaurant by manager the also the waitress because i did not wanted 200 ml coke so i turned it back(the can was still closed)

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Incredible pasta dishes--fresh and light and lovely. I had the truffle gnocchi, the homemade sausage rigatoni and the mushroom agnolotti. Next time I'd skip salad and desserts and just order double the amount of pasta. It's that good. Owner is a friendly, funny guy. Bill came out exactly right. Can't emphasize enough how delicious the pasta is. I spent a ton including a bottle of wine last night and I'm seriously considering going back tonight to try more of the menu.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I specifically took a taxi to this restaurant for a meal, but they served me tap water. I very patiently asked if I could have bottled water instead, and whether it was available for purchase. I asked twice.

When the food was served, the man (referring to the staff) suddenly took my plate away from the table and loudly told me to get out of the restaurant. After I left, the man in the picture started giving me the middle finger, which I saw. I went back and asked why he did that. When I started recording, he became hesitant and his attitude improved significantly—probably because he was afraid I would post it online.

I truly experienced severe disrespect and humiliation. As an Asian visiting the United States for the first time, I felt this was a clear case of racial discrimination.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

i am a fan of the old school North Beach Italian hood that has felt like it is dying off...i have been concerned sinced visiting there in 2020 and seeing so much of the area closed. Visiting the area now in Dec 2024, i had something specific i was looking for - a puttenesca dish- and i found it here! it was amazing. i had the restaurant to myself which i was initially concerned about. ThIs corner has the best view of Coit Tower as well as the beautiful church rumoured to be the wedding place of Marilyn Monroe and Joe Dimaggio. i am not sure why this particular Wed eve it was not more busy but folks are missing out if they are not strolling down towards this location. The tiramisu was amazing as well!!!! i hope locals will appreciate all this place has to offer. Amazing food, good prices and the best view in North Beach. Thank u to Santos the owner and waiter extraoridinare for the evening. xox

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Tiramisu

While the food was fine, I would strongly advise against bringing children to this establishment. I did my research beforehand, and there was no mention of any restrictions regarding kids. My child is perfectly capable of using silverware and drinking from a glass, yet she was denied these basic amenities. It was an upsetting experience, and I believe the restaurant should be more transparent about such policies if they exist.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 4

Service: 1

Recommended dishes: Mushroom Truffle Gnocchi

I took a date here last night, expecting a nice, traditional Italian experience, and proceeded to get the worst service I have ever experienced. We sat down and ordered a glass of wine, and started looking at the menu. Server came and asked if we wanted to order something. We said we were still thinking about it. He came back a second time, and we ordered the bruschetta. We continued the evening, enjoying our conversation. The server came back and asked if we wanted to order something. My date ordered a second glass of wine, and we said we would look at the menu because we were enjoying the conversation. Server came back and brought the bill. "What about her glass of wine?" - I asked. "It's clear you guys don't want to order anything, so you're done." We explained that we had ordered another glass of wine and hadn't even decided on what to order yet. He claimed we were finished. My date explained that I wasn't even done with my wine, we hadn't even ordered yet, and asked how could he tell us we're finished? "It's my restaurant, and I decide what to do." A full on argument broke out, with the server refusing to serve us anything else and actually verbally retaliated to my date. There were 5 tables available in the restaurant, and there was no one anywhere to be seen waiting or coming in. I'm a reasonable person and I get everyone has a bad day, but I've never seen someone so rude, and supposedly from the owner of the restaurant. I will never go here again.

Love the design of their signage! More details later

Excellent experience from the get go! We got the rigatoni piccante and gnocchi sorentino, and both were the best pastas we’ve had in our lives! Even the wine was out of this world. The host was very welcoming. Loved every bit and highly recommend this place for their food, wine and ambience

This was also the only place we found that was open late and had options for gnocchi! Huge plus

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Tiramisu, Gnocchi Sorrentina

Incredible Italian food! The gnocchi is amazing!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5