Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Beretta, Arizmendi Bakery and Angelina's Cafe, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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San Francisco's Cheap Italian Destinations
San Francisco is home to a wealth of affordable Italian gems that prove you do not have to spend a fortune for a satisfying, authentic meal. This collection highlights local favorites ranging from the artisanal breads of Arizmendi Bakery and the classic pies at Venice Pizza to the casual American-influenced vibes of Parklab Gardens. Whether you are craving a quick slice at Square Pie Guys or a cozy sit-down experience at Il Pollaio, these spots offer a delicious taste of the city without breaking the bank.
30 restaurants in Best Cheap Italian Restaurants in San Francisco | Cheap Italian Food
- Beretta · rated 5/5: Italian.
- Arizmendi Bakery · rated 5/5: Italian.
- Angelina's Cafe · rated 5/5: Italian.
- Original Joe's · rated 5/5: Italian.
- Festa Wine & Cocktail Lounge · rated 5/5: Italian.
- DamnFine Pizza · rated 4/5: Italian.
- Fiorella Clement · rated 4/5: Italian.
- Joyride Pizza · rated 4/5: Italian.
- Il Parco · rated 4/5: Italian.
- Bottle Club Pub · rated 4/5: American.
- Molinari Delicatessen · rated 4/5: Italian.
- Morella · rated 4/5: Italian.
- La Ciccia · rated 4/5: Italian.
- Lucca Delicatessen · rated 4/5: Italian.
- Parklab Gardens · rated 4/5: American.
- Mario's Bohemian Cigar Store Cafe · rated 4/5: Italian.
- Ristorante Fior d'Italia · rated 4/5: Italian.
- Venice Pizza · rated 4/5: Italian.
- Cioppino's · rated 4/5: Italian.
- 620 Jones · rated 3/5: Italian.
- California Wine Merchant · rated 3/5: American.
- Agnello Farms · rated 3/5: Italian" is a very strong.
- Mozzarella di Bufala · rated 3/5: Italian.
- Square Pie Guys · rated 3/5: Italian.
- Harry's Bar · rated 3/5: Italian.
- Fiorella Sunset: Italian.
- Fiorella Polk Street: Italian.
- Caffe Trieste: Italian.
- Il Pollaio: Italian.
- Metro Caffe: Italian.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.
