What a charming place. We recently dined at the restaurant for the first time to celebrate a milestone birthday and I am so glad we found this gem. Wish we had known it long time ago. From the minute we walked in, we felt transported to a warm and inviting neighborhood trattoria in Italy. The wall adorned with pictures of famous opera stars, the gorgeous stained glass panels, the mirrored wall, and fresh flowers on the table all added to the vibe. We loved the fresh baked bread. All the dishes we had were done to perfection and beautifully presented. My eggplant parmesan was the best I ever had with it being very flavorful yet not too heavy like many parmesan dishes. Finally the tiramisu and profiterole capped a perfect evening. Throughout the dinner the service was warm and attentive. We look forward to returning to this wonderful place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Yolanda Morrissette
I was recommended to go here and I had to fry chicken sandwich and the fries. It was so good and they always have the best coffee I have iced coffee every time I go there everyone is very friendly and the atmosphere is very nice.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Imran Khan
A Hidden Gem in the Mission — Truly Unforgettable
La Traviata is one of those rare finds that completely blows you away — from the moment you walk in, to the very last bite. Tucked away in the Mission, this spot is not just a Check, Please! favorite — it’s a must-visit for anyone who loves Italian food done right.
The ambiance immediately transports you — it feels like a classic Italian restaurant you’d stumble upon in New York City, warm and intimate, with just the right mix of charm and nostalgia. But the real star of the show here is the food. Out of this world delicious, deeply flavorful, and clearly made with love.
We started with the minestrone soup, which was fresh and absolutely bursting with flavor — the perfect start to the meal. Then came the tortellini in pink sauce, which was hands down the highlight for me: rich, creamy, and perfectly balanced. The eggplant parmesan? Easily rivaled the best I’ve had in NYC or even Italy.
To top it all off, the service was exceptional. Djion and his partner/wife were the most gracious, welcoming hosts — their warmth and attentiveness made the evening feel extra special.
La Traviata is perfect for a cozy date night or a quiet dinner to catch up with friends. I can’t recommend it enough. We left already planning our next visit — because when food is this good, once is never enough.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Diego R
The food was good it had a good taste 5 stars
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
pamazing
The Melanzane Alla Vaness was executed perfectly. And the cream sauce and pasta for the All Ricciarelli was delicious!
Food: 4
Recommended dishes: Pasta Alla Ricciarella
Elaine Hineman
Old world family restaurant with an operatic theme was adorable and the food was DELICIOUS! The bread melted in our mouths. My husband had chicken and shrimp with angel hair pasta and we will go back for sure when in SF again!!! BEYOND EXPECTATIONS.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sasha
I had such a wonderful time at La Traviata! The staff were friendly, attentive, but didn’t rush my friend and I. The Tinta pasta was delicious and paired well with the Pinto Grigio. I will definitely come again!
GLENN HARKNESS
Always excellent ! Best veal !
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Eleanor Hill
I love it, here their caesar salad and pesto pasta is so good. They have the creamiest most delicious pesto sauce. I love the decoration, it has photos of Italian opera singers every where and is lit with candles. Definitely a perfect first date spot.
The Melanzane Alla Vaness was executed perfectly. And the cream sauce and pasta for the All Ricciarelli was delicious!
Food: 5
Recommended dishes: Pasta Alla Ricciarella
Eugene Stevens
Great Italin food that's not costly But when you order only order Italian. Frequented by the San Francisco opera.
Wheelchair accessibility: Wheelchair accessible.
Recommended dishes: Pasta Carbonara, Tiramisu, Gelato Spumoni, Cioppino, Pasta Alla Ricciarella, Gamberi
Aaron Andrews
Made me feel like I was in sopranos. Incredibly delicious. Best fresh bread I've ever had. Little pricey but worth every penny
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ezra Graham
La Traviata is the kind of restaurant you won’t soon forget, no matter how hard you try. The decor is delightfully ambiguous. It sets the stage perfectly for the food, which takes bold risks.
The tortellini was an adventure in textures, from the creamy sauce to the unexpected crunch of what I’m fairly certain was undercooked pancetta. And the tiramisu? A daring reinterpretation that left me wondering if anyone in the kitchen had actually tasted tiramisu before.
The service was just as unforgettable. The staff seemed to embody the spirit of Italian opera: dramatic entrances, prolonged disappearances, and a sense of tragedy when the bill arrived.
If you love a meal that gives you something to talk about for years (instead of something to enjoy in the moment), La Traviata is your place. Truly, a restaurant like no other; and let’s hope it stays that way.
Recommended dishes: Tiramisu, Tortellini Alla Romana
fooley chan
Food: immaculate. Amazing. Spectacular. The chef makes you feel like you are his family .
Food. awful not himg fresh
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 2
What a charming place. We recently dined at the restaurant for the first time to celebrate a milestone birthday and I am so glad we found this gem. Wish we had known it long time ago.
From the minute we walked in, we felt transported to a warm and inviting neighborhood trattoria in Italy. The wall adorned with pictures of famous opera stars, the gorgeous stained glass panels, the mirrored wall, and fresh flowers on the table all added to the vibe.
We loved the fresh baked bread. All the dishes we had were done to perfection and beautifully presented. My eggplant parmesan was the best I ever had with it being very flavorful yet not too heavy like many parmesan dishes. Finally the tiramisu and profiterole capped a perfect evening.
Throughout the dinner the service was warm and attentive. We look forward to returning to this wonderful place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I was recommended to go here and I had to fry chicken sandwich and the fries. It was so good and they always have the best coffee I have iced coffee every time I go there everyone is very friendly and the atmosphere is very nice.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A Hidden Gem in the Mission — Truly Unforgettable
La Traviata is one of those rare finds that completely blows you away — from the moment you walk in, to the very last bite. Tucked away in the Mission, this spot is not just a Check, Please! favorite — it’s a must-visit for anyone who loves Italian food done right.
The ambiance immediately transports you — it feels like a classic Italian restaurant you’d stumble upon in New York City, warm and intimate, with just the right mix of charm and nostalgia. But the real star of the show here is the food. Out of this world delicious, deeply flavorful, and clearly made with love.
We started with the minestrone soup, which was fresh and absolutely bursting with flavor — the perfect start to the meal. Then came the tortellini in pink sauce, which was hands down the highlight for me: rich, creamy, and perfectly balanced. The eggplant parmesan? Easily rivaled the best I’ve had in NYC or even Italy.
To top it all off, the service was exceptional. Djion and his partner/wife were the most gracious, welcoming hosts — their warmth and attentiveness made the evening feel extra special.
La Traviata is perfect for a cozy date night or a quiet dinner to catch up with friends. I can’t recommend it enough. We left already planning our next visit — because when food is this good, once is never enough.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food was good it had a good taste 5 stars
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The Melanzane Alla Vaness was executed perfectly. And the cream sauce and pasta for the All Ricciarelli was delicious!
Food: 4
Recommended dishes: Pasta Alla Ricciarella
Old world family restaurant with an operatic theme was adorable and the food was DELICIOUS! The bread melted in our mouths. My husband had chicken and shrimp with angel hair pasta and we will go back for sure when in SF again!!! BEYOND EXPECTATIONS.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I had such a wonderful time at La Traviata! The staff were friendly, attentive, but didn’t rush my friend and I. The Tinta pasta was delicious and paired well with the Pinto Grigio. I will definitely come again!
Always excellent ! Best veal !
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I love it, here their caesar salad and pesto pasta is so good. They have the creamiest most delicious pesto sauce. I love the decoration, it has photos of Italian opera singers every where and is lit with candles. Definitely a perfect first date spot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Panna Cotta
Restaurantji Recommends
The Melanzane Alla Vaness was executed perfectly. And the cream sauce and pasta for the All Ricciarelli was delicious!
Food: 5
Recommended dishes: Pasta Alla Ricciarella
Great Italin food that's not costly But when you order only order Italian. Frequented by the San Francisco opera.
Wheelchair accessibility: Wheelchair accessible.
Recommended dishes: Pasta Carbonara, Tiramisu, Gelato Spumoni, Cioppino, Pasta Alla Ricciarella, Gamberi
Made me feel like I was in sopranos. Incredibly delicious. Best fresh bread I've ever had. Little pricey but worth every penny
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
La Traviata is the kind of restaurant you won’t soon forget, no matter how hard you try. The decor is delightfully ambiguous. It sets the stage perfectly for the food, which takes bold risks.
The tortellini was an adventure in textures, from the creamy sauce to the unexpected crunch of what I’m fairly certain was undercooked pancetta. And the tiramisu? A daring reinterpretation that left me wondering if anyone in the kitchen had actually tasted tiramisu before.
The service was just as unforgettable. The staff seemed to embody the spirit of Italian opera: dramatic entrances, prolonged disappearances, and a sense of tragedy when the bill arrived.
If you love a meal that gives you something to talk about for years (instead of something to enjoy in the moment), La Traviata is your place. Truly, a restaurant like no other; and let’s hope it stays that way.
Recommended dishes: Tiramisu, Tortellini Alla Romana
Food: immaculate. Amazing. Spectacular. The chef makes you feel like you are his family .
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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