Il Pollaio – Italian
Step into a bustling neighborhood haunt where the intoxicating aroma of salt-rubbed chicken and charred pork chops wafts from a hardworking grill. Golden-skinned poultry and tender lamb chops take center stage alongside steaming bowls of rustic soup, creating a hearty, fire-kissed dining experience that feels both timeless and deeply satisfying.
555, Columbus Avenue, 94133 https://www.ilpollaiosf.com0Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Il Pollaio
Dairy-Free at Il Pollaio
Il Pollaio in San Francisco has 25 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cole Slaw (Small), Almond Torte and Roasted Peppers. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Il Pollaio
Il Pollaio in San Francisco has 15 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cole Slaw (Small), Soup-Only Bowl and Combination Salad (Small). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Il Pollaio
Il Pollaio in San Francisco has 25 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Add Cheddar Cheese, Cole Slaw (Small) and Add Grilled Onions to Special. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Il Pollaio
Il Pollaio in San Francisco has 4 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Rib-Eye Steak, Chicken (Whole) - Alone and Chicken (Half) - Alone. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Il Pollaio
Il Pollaio in San Francisco has 5 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cole Slaw (Small), Rib-Eye Steak and Chicken (Whole) - Alone. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Il Pollaio
Il Pollaio in San Francisco has 10 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cole Slaw (Small), Roasted Peppers and Marinated Eggplant. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Il Pollaio
Il Pollaio in San Francisco has 4 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cole Slaw (Small), Chicken (Whole) - Alone and Cole Slaw (Large). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Il Pollaio
Il Pollaio in San Francisco has 11 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Almond Torte, Roasted Peppers and Marinated Eggplant. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Il Pollaio
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken (Half) - Alone | 8.3 g | 51.9 g |
| Chicken (Whole) - Alone | 4.5 g | 50 g |
| Mozzarella Caprese | 36.2 g | 30.3 g |
| Green Salad (Large) | 66.5 g | 28.1 g |
| Almond Torte | 81.2 g | 24.4 g |
| French Fries (Large) | 0 g | 22.5 g |
| Marinated Eggplant | 6.9 g | 21.2 g |
| Add Anchovies | 1.8 g | 20.2 g |
| Italian Sausage | 44.7 g | 16.7 g |
| Rib-Eye Steak | 0 g | 15.9 g |
| Soup with Meal Cup | 55.9 g | 15.1 g |
| Soup-Only Cup | 62.3 g | 13.7 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Saturday
- 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM, 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Menu
Grilled Chicken
- Chicken (Whole) - Alone - $24 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken (Half) - Alone - $15 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Hamburger with Salad - $17 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rib-Eye Steak - $39: Served with choice of Salad or French Fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Chops with Grilled Onions - $26: Served with choice of Salad or French Fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Half Rabbit - $40: Served with choice of Salad or French Fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Chop - $26: Served with choice of Salad or French Fries Available at: dinner, lunch
Soup
- Soup-Only Bowl - $8 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup-Only Cup - $6.5 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup With Meal Bowl - $6.5 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup with Meal Cup - $5 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Green Salad (Small) - $9.5 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Green Salad (Large) - $11.5 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cole Slaw (Small) - $9.5 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cole Slaw (Large) - $11.5 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bean Salad (Small) - $9.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bean Salad (Large) - $11.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Combination Salad (Small) - $9.5 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Combination Salad (Large) - $11.5 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tomato & Onion Salad (Small) - $9.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tomato & Onion Salad (Large) - $11.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mozzarella Caprese - $14 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Add Whole Chicken Breast to Salad - $12
- Add Anchovies - $3 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
Side Orders
- French Fries (Small) - $7 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Fries (Large) - $9.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Marinated Eggplant - $10 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Italian Sausage - $12.5: Two mild or hot sausages Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Peppers - $10 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Onions - $9 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steamed Potatoes with Parsley & Olive Oil - $10 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Almond Torte - $9 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic
Daily Specials
- Half Chicken Special - $22: With choice of Salad or French Fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- 3 Italian Sausages Special - $18.5: With choice of Salad or French Fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Il Pollaio Hamburger with French Fries - $15.5 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Il Pollaio Hamburger with Salad - $17 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Italian Chicken Breast Sandwich - $22: With Salad or French Fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Add Cheddar Cheese - $3 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Add Grilled Onions to Special - $2 Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic
Frequently Asked Questions about Il Pollaio
- Is Il Pollaio dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Il Pollaio has 25 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cole Slaw (Small), Almond Torte and Roasted Peppers.
- What can I eat at Il Pollaio on a dairy-free diet?
- Cole Slaw (Small), Almond Torte and Roasted Peppers carry the dairy-free tag, out of 25 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Il Pollaio have vegan options?
- Yes. 11 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Almond Torte and Roasted Peppers.
- Is Il Pollaio gluten-free?
- 15 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Il Pollaio?
- Chicken (Half) - Alone, at roughly 51.9g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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