Poesia – Italian
Poesia captures the lyrical essence of the Mediterranean, where the scent of grilled sardines and sea-salted scallops lingers in an atmosphere of effortless coastal elegance. The kitchen celebrates the purity of the land and sea, serving creamy Puglia burrata alongside vibrant vegetable gardens and soul-warming fish soups that evoke the spirit of a sun-drenched Italian summer. It is a place where time slows down over shared boards of artisanal meats and the simple, timeless joy of crusty bread dipped in rich, golden olive oil.
4072, 18th Street, San Francisco, CA, 94114 +14152529325 https://www.poesiasf.com/0Cuisine: 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 Poesia
Dairy-Free at Poesia
Poesia in San Francisco has 12 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Broccolini Garlic and Chili, Vegetable Garden and Italian Marinated Olives. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Poesia
Poesia in San Francisco has 10 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Broccolini Garlic and Chili, Italian Marinated Olives and Veal with Tuna Sauce. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Poesia
Poesia in San Francisco has 20 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Broccolini Garlic and Chili, Vegetable Garden and Italian Marinated Olives. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Poesia
Poesia in San Francisco has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Grilled Sardines and Marinated Olives. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Poesia
Poesia in San Francisco has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Soup of the Day and Marinated Olives. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Poesia
Poesia in San Francisco has 3 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Calamari, Soup of the Day and Marinated Olives. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Poesia
Poesia in San Francisco has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Soup of the Day. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Poesia
Poesia in San Francisco has 8 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Broccolini Garlic and Chili, Vegetable Garden and Italian Marinated Olives. 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 Poesia
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Vegetable Garden | 19.6 g | 32.9 g |
| Scallops in Saor | 21.2 g | 32.8 g |
| Eggplant Parmigiana | 78.6 g | 30.4 g |
| Grilled Sardines | 0 g | 19.5 g |
| Marinated Olives | 1.2 g | 17.8 g |
| Swordfish Paccheri in Puttanesca | 8.6 g | 16.6 g |
| Calamari | 2.3 g | 14.2 g |
| Fish Soup | 13.1 g | 10.3 g |
| Sheep Ricotta Ravioli | 13.6 g | 7.9 g |
| Bread & Oil | 32.7 g | 6.8 g |
| Tagliolini with Clams and Bottarga | 30.9 g | 3.7 g |
| Turnip and Beet Terrine | 9.1 g | 2.7 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Bread & Oil - $10: tasting of three Italian evoo, freshly baked home-made bread Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Marinated Olives - $9: Italian imported mixed olives marinated in evoo herbs, garlic, chili, citrus Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup of the Day - $15: ask server for today’s ingredients Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Puglia Burrata - $22: fresh burrata from Andria over grilled marinated bell peppers Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Garden - $22: lemon baby carrots, cauliflower, mini sweet pepper, poppy seed broccoli, green beans, caramelized brussel sprouts, eggplant, fennel Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mixed Salad - $16: baby greens, sunflower seeds, fresh sheep ricotta, pomegranate, croutons, lemon dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Sardines - $22: monterey bay fresh sardines, stuffed with bread crumbs and romano cheese over spicy broccolini Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Scallops in Saor - $26: seared scallops, served over squid ink polenta, onions, pine nuts, raisins and basil Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish Soup - $22: seafood soup with mussels, white fish, clams, calamari, shrimp in light tomato broth Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cured Meats and Cheese Board - $38: selection of imported Italian cured meats and cheeses (sharing size) Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veal with Tuna Sauce - $22: roasted pink veal, salsa tonnata, celery, capers Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Pici with Tomato and Burrata - $28: thick spaghetti, Italian San Marzano and Corbarino tomato sauce, cherry tomatoes, fresh burrata cheese, Parmigiano-Reggiano Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tagliolini with Clams and Bottarga - $30: manila clams, bottarga, broccolini, white wine olive oil sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sheep Ricotta Ravioli - $31: home made ravioli filled with sheep ricotta and spinach, butter sauce with zucchini blossom Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Green Pappardelle with Grandma's Ragù - $30: home-made spinach pappardelle, grandma style bolognese beef-pork ragù, Parmigiano-Reggiano Available at: dinner, lunch
- Agnolotti al Plin - $30: home-made pinched pasta, veal-rabbit-pork filling, veal reduction Available at: dinner, lunch
- Swordfish Paccheri in Puttanesca - $30: large tube pasta with swordfish, olives, capers, cherry tomato, light tomato sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Pork Tenderloin - $37: guanciale wrapped pork tenderloin, russet potatoes and bell pepper Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Duck Breast - $42: duck breast, grilled nectarines, roasted carrots Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Eggplant Parmigiana - $28: gluten free eggplant parmigiana, fresh mozzarella, parmigiano-reggiano Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish of the Day - $42: grilled 6oz fish of the day, garbanzo bean puree, zucchini, chimichurri Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Sautéed Brussels Sprouts - $11: tomatero farms' brussels sprouts, sauteed in garlic olive oil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Broccolini Garlic and Chili - $11: garlic-chili sautéed organic broccolini 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, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Broccoli Bagna Cauda - $11: romanesco broccoli in garlic, anchovies, and white wine sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turnip and Beet Terrine - $11: layered baked turnip, red beets, carrots, potato ratatouille style, roasted red bell pepper sauce Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Happy Hour
- Polenta and Truffle Cream - $13: Grilled polenta, truffle and parmigiano cream. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Italian Marinated Olives - $6: Italian imported mixed olives 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
- Pinsa Bites - $15: tomato and mozzarella Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calamari - $18: Deep fried point vicente, chive aioli. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cured Meats Board - $24: Selection of Italian cured meats and cheese with taralli. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meatballs - $13: Beef meatballs in tomato sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mussels and 'Nduja - $16: Med mussels, 'nduja sausage, light tomato sauce. Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Happy Hour Cocktail - $10
- House Wine - $10
- House Beer - $10 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
Frequently Asked Questions about Poesia
- Is Poesia dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Poesia has 12 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Broccolini Garlic and Chili, Vegetable Garden and Italian Marinated Olives.
- What can I eat at Poesia on a dairy-free diet?
- Broccolini Garlic and Chili, Vegetable Garden and Italian Marinated Olives carry the dairy-free tag, out of 12 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Poesia have vegan options?
- Yes. 8 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Broccolini Garlic and Chili and Vegetable Garden.
- Is Poesia gluten-free?
- 10 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 Poesia?
- Vegetable Garden, at roughly 32.9g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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