I absolutely love Picaro. I first came here in 2017 for a friend's birthday with a big group, so got to work through lots of the menu. Over the summer I re-discovered Picaro post pandemic and have brought both friends and family here a few times this year.
This place is an institution. Amazing service and old school, authentic comfortable ambiance in a city that keeps getting shinier and flashier. The price point is fantastic, especially during happy hour. They pack so much flavor into their dishes. We love the patatas bravas, pulpo al ajillo, morcilla, and the albondigas. Don't skip out on the oysters and sangria for happy hour. Afterwards, you can pop a block over to ABV for a cocktail or easily walk back to Bart.
Lately when family is in town we opt for Picaro, even over fine dining and trendier options. Can't wait to come back over the holidays with the parents!
Raymond Stevens
Good paella!
Freeman Fox
We used to love this place, but the last time we went, they took forever to serve us and burnt the paella. The sangria and patatas bravas are still good, but we won't be going again any time soon
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 3
Edward Schaffer
This place has great food and atmosphere. We had dinner with family and enjoyed every moment. The tapas are amazing. I recommend the roasted artichokes and the calamari. The paella was on point and the sangria is really good. 5 stars!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lucia Barnett
The food here is phenomenal. I love coming here after a movie at the Roxie. Highly recommend the little sausages. To die for.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Marlon Torres
I've been going to Picaro every time I visit San Francisco. It hits every time. I recommend it to everyone. If you don't go you're missing out. The octopus and potato is a must
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Roopinder Tara
Excellent selection of tapas and loved the happy hour pitcher of red sangria. The patatas bravas (spicy potatoes) came with extra pitcher of sauce — most appreciated. You could dunk every piece! Albondingas (meatballs) and gambas al ajillo (garlic shrimp) both had plenty of delicious sauce for sopping up with the bread. We got extra bread no problem. Prices were good and even better if you pay cash, We are definitely going back!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Liz S
One of the best meals I've had! So delicious and satisfying. Highly recommend. Vibrant atmosphere and kind people.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Alison M C
Felt like stepping back in time in the best way possible.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Sophie Phelps
Authentic European Spanish food: I know as I lived in Spain. There are many Spanish customers. The food is simply amazing, better than in Spain! Huge variety of Tapas. The waiters are trained professionals, knowledgeable & real. Prices are extremely reasonable. I believe this was my best meal ever in San Francisco & I have had very many! Thank You We'll be coming back ASAP.
I absolutely love Picaro. I first came here in 2017 for a friend's birthday with a big group, so got to work through lots of the menu. Over the summer I re-discovered Picaro post pandemic and have brought both friends and family here a few times this year.
This place is an institution. Amazing service and old school, authentic comfortable ambiance in a city that keeps getting shinier and flashier. The price point is fantastic, especially during happy hour. They pack so much flavor into their dishes. We love the patatas bravas, pulpo al ajillo, morcilla, and the albondigas. Don't skip out on the oysters and sangria for happy hour. Afterwards, you can pop a block over to ABV for a cocktail or easily walk back to Bart.
Lately when family is in town we opt for Picaro, even over fine dining and trendier options. Can't wait to come back over the holidays with the parents!
Good paella!
We used to love this place, but the last time we went, they took forever to serve us and burnt the paella. The sangria and patatas bravas are still good, but we won't be going again any time soon
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 3
This place has great food and atmosphere. We had dinner with family and enjoyed every moment. The tapas are amazing. I recommend the roasted artichokes and the calamari. The paella was on point and the sangria is really good. 5 stars!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food here is phenomenal. I love coming here after a movie at the Roxie. Highly recommend the little sausages. To die for.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I've been going to Picaro every time I visit San Francisco. It hits every time. I recommend it to everyone. If you don't go you're missing out. The octopus and potato is a must
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent selection of tapas and loved the happy hour pitcher of red sangria. The patatas bravas (spicy potatoes) came with extra pitcher of sauce — most appreciated. You could dunk every piece! Albondingas (meatballs) and gambas al ajillo (garlic shrimp) both had plenty of delicious sauce for sopping up with the bread. We got extra bread no problem. Prices were good and even better if you pay cash, We are definitely going back!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
One of the best meals I've had! So delicious and satisfying. Highly recommend. Vibrant atmosphere and kind people.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Felt like stepping back in time in the best way possible.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Authentic European Spanish food: I know as I lived in Spain. There are many Spanish customers. The food is simply amazing, better than in Spain! Huge variety of Tapas.
The waiters are trained professionals, knowledgeable & real. Prices are extremely reasonable.
I believe this was my best meal ever in San Francisco & I have had very many!
Thank You
We'll be coming back ASAP.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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It's noisy but the food is just delicious 😋
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fantastic and affordable as usual. The gambas al ajillo and torta de patatas accompanied by their signature sangria was delicious!
Ordered the squid ink paella, was great. Would come back again!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
excellent Spanish food at an excellent price. great sangria. for tapas, recommend garlic octopus the most. for paella, recommend meat paella
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The best Paella in Frisco.. Excellent food and Wine, Amazing atmosphere..
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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