Mona Lisa Restaurant

My wife and I had been going to the original Mona Lisa at 353 Columbus for several years now. It closed, unbeknownst to us when we made our reservation for Valentines Day, in October 2025. The owners, who also owned/own Mona Lisa Mare E Monti renamed that restaurant Mona Lisa. The food is still great. Highly recommend the Capesante. The service for us was a little slow for a restaurant in the US. We just pretended we were in Italy where it would have been just about right.

The pricing I selected was just for food. Our bill was higher because we got wine, a must at an Italian restaurant IMO, too

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

we arrived late in the evening and the place was packed but they found us a seat and Malek made wonderful suggestions for every course. the atmosphere was homey and fun and the decor was beautiful. the desserts are to die for. treat yourself and give it a try...

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Stopped in here for dinner in December 2025 (right before New Years). It was recommended. I was visiting SFO and figured why not. The location is relatively easy to find or get to especially if using Uber (or Waymo). Reservations recommended, but walk-ins are possible as I did see a few who did. The restaurant is definitely all about the Italian cuisine and ambiance. Potraits and renditions of Mona Lisa drape the walls. Lots of themed Italian art pieces and decorations. The service was good. The waitstaff attentive and timely. The food was equally good however, it was 'expected'. I mean the options are regular dishes you find in just about any Italian restaurant. It was well made and cooked and very tasty. Almost homemade like. Will try it out again when in the area.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 4

The food tastes amazing.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Having frequented the other Mona Lisa location across the street, I found the food at this branch disappointing by comparison, especially considering the high price point

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 2

Service: 3

Came here for dinner and it wasn’t too crowded — we got seated right away.
The tables are a bit close together and seating feels slightly tight, but nothing uncomfortable. The place was clean overall.
We ordered two pastas, a pizza, and two glasses of wine and were definitely full by the end.
The pasta sauce is house-made and actually really good — you can tell some care went into it.
We didn’t order an expensive wine, so the red wine was pretty standard.
Overall a solid spot. Would come back again and would recommend it to friends.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 5

Great restaurant! We had the eggplant parmigiana and the penne pasta, spicy Italian sausage and fresh mozzarella. Both were excellent!

Love this spot! Love the asparagus ravioli ❤️

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Food overcooked and over salted.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 4

The service is warm, friendly and efficient. My dish of orecchiette con cime di rape was well seasoned, flavorful and satisfying. Definitely try the lemon tiramisu. It’s amazing.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I went to eat there again and I really enjoyed the atmosphere. The owner is a true authentic Italian man with lots of personality. Food was great as well

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

It’s pretty good, but WAY too overpriced.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 3

Service: 3

Worst service in the city is for Mona Lisa 3!!

Staff is rude, no management supervising.

Pizza is decent at best, way overpriced.

Tourist trap. Avoid!

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 2

Service: 1

Decent food but very overpriced for value. Not bad but much better Italian food in the city.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 4

Truly exceptional, pasta literally melts in your mouth

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Tiramisu Big, Bruschetta, Eggplant Parmigiana, Mona Lisa