On a whim I was looking for live music in SF. Noticed Zingari Ristorante Jazz Caffe online. We were pleasantly surprised with the dining experience and lovely atmosphere in the Soul Room. Our waiter made delicious recommendations and Joyce Grant delighted us with her incredible voice. We will definitely return for another evening with Joyce.. If you have a free evening venture out to Zingari Ristorante, you won't be disappointed.
Antigone S.
I LOVE the vibe of this place. First of all, amazing location downtown and connected to the Hotel Donatello so if you are staying there you have to try it. They play amazing music and sometimes have bands playing which makes it so much fun and great for a night out. The staff/bartenders are incredibly friendly, great service, and cater to you very attentively. The food is to die for! If you want a great italian meal this place is for you - check out these photos. You wont regret a friday night out here with some great jazz.
Marie M.
Happened by this place recently and thought the menu sounded good so we went inside to scope it out. Staff welcomed us in and provided a tour. There were several intimate eating rooms, each beautifully decorated. We fell in love with the artwork. The staff and the ambience was so warm and inviting, we decided to stay. Because it was a Sunday early evening, we didn't get to hear live music, but the food was amazing, as was the wine, and our server went above and beyond to take care of us and provide recommendations. We will absolutely return here.. and if I ever have an event- a gathering I want to host in SF, this is where I would hold it.
Cynthia Hoeft
While staying at the Donatello I came here because of the desire to listen to live music and enjoy some wine. The first night I went down and was told I would need to come back in an hour as there was a large female party. I came back down and was squished into a corner and no one came to help me. The music was overly loud for the small place so I left and figured I would come back another day to try the food. Upon coming back we were the only ones sat in the restaurant at first and service was very slow. The appetizer was overcooked and the tiramisu was greatly lacking, for $15 I expect better than Safeway bakery quality. The pasta was amazing! We loved it so much we considered coming back but the other things made us change our mind. They automatically add a 20% tip in addition to the 5% San Francisco workers fee. Their 20% was barely earned and made one feel even further cheated.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 2
Cynthia H.
While staying at the Donatello I came here because of the desire to listen to live music and enjoy some wine. The first night I went down and was told I would need to come back in an hour as there was a large female party. I came back down and was squished into a corner and no one came to help me. The music was overly loud for the small place so I left and figured I would come back another day to try the food. Upon coming back we were the only ones sat in the restaurant at first and service was very slow. The appetizer was overcooked and the tiramisu was greatly lacking, for $15 I expect better than Safeway bakery quality. The pasta was amazing! We loved it so much we considered coming back but the other things made us change our mind. They automatically add a 20% tip in addition to the 5% San Francisco workers fee. Their 20% was barely earned and made one feel even further cheated.
Linda Z.
Zingari Ristorante in San Francisco is an absolute delight. The ambiance blends elegance with coziness. Their menu is a masterpiece, boasting authentic Italian flavors expertly crafted with fresh ingredients; the fettuccine a la Zingara was to die for. We received a warm welcome and impeccable service, every moment was filled with care. Add to this live jazz music, and you have a truly magical dining experience that's deserving of every star.
Tina W.
The service was great. The food was fantastic! The ambiance was flexible. It was romantic, if needed. Business appropriate, if needed. Chillax vibe, if needed. The wine options are on point with the menu. Adding to my SF meal rotation.
елизавета фомченко
incredibly delicious! very nice
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Тамерлан Маратович
The best cuisine I've had in this country! and I’ve been to 48 states, so draw your own conclusion.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sandy H.
Thank you for hosting our Pillar Legal event Sunday, March 17th at Zingari. It was a big success for us in part due to your wonderful venue and the great care taken by you and your staff with the food and drinks. Thank you!! Greg P.
I had made the dinner reservation expecting to hear jazz. It was on a Sunday night, but since it was called a jazz café, and the reservation that I made on OpenTable was specifically for the artist room, I didn't think there would be any issue. It turns out they only have jazz on Friday and Saturday nights. That being said, the food was outstanding, and the service was excellent.
Steph C.
Review is for the jazz bar only. Perhaps I went on an off day, but tried to order a Michelada and they didn't have it since they ran out of tomato juice. Then I tried ordering a Fernet and they didnt have that either. Ended up getting a bourbon Negroni which I enjoyed. Staff are friendly and nice. The jazz on this night was more like hotel / mall music so that threw me off. All the taxes, fees, 20% gratuity regardless of party size - we ended paying 40% on top of what we ordered which we felt was a bit much for a party of 3. Likely I will not be back since there are better drink and music venues in the city. Note: there is a $10 cover for the table area but the bar is opening seating with no cover.
Diane Murillo
Great place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Bread Service, Meatballs
Gabriele Manganaro
Nice Italian
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Jua C.
I had a fabulous date night at zingari sf! The food, ambience, service were all excellent. The live jazz was wonderful! We had a wonderful Friday night! Thank you for a wonderful dinner! We will definitely be back!
On a whim I was looking for live music in SF. Noticed Zingari Ristorante Jazz Caffe online. We were pleasantly surprised with the dining experience and lovely atmosphere in the Soul Room. Our waiter made delicious recommendations and Joyce Grant delighted us with her incredible voice. We will definitely return for another evening with Joyce.. If you have a free evening venture out to Zingari Ristorante, you won't be disappointed.
I LOVE the vibe of this place. First of all, amazing location downtown and connected to the Hotel Donatello so if you are staying there you have to try it. They play amazing music and sometimes have bands playing which makes it so much fun and great for a night out. The staff/bartenders are incredibly friendly, great service, and cater to you very attentively. The food is to die for! If you want a great italian meal this place is for you - check out these photos. You wont regret a friday night out here with some great jazz.
Happened by this place recently and thought the menu sounded good so we went inside to scope it out. Staff welcomed us in and provided a tour. There were several intimate eating rooms, each beautifully decorated. We fell in love with the artwork. The staff and the ambience was so warm and inviting, we decided to stay. Because it was a Sunday early evening, we didn't get to hear live music, but the food was amazing, as was the wine, and our server went above and beyond to take care of us and provide recommendations. We will absolutely return here.. and if I ever have an event- a gathering I want to host in SF, this is where I would hold it.
While staying at the Donatello I came here because of the desire to listen to live music and enjoy some wine. The first night I went down and was told I would need to come back in an hour as there was a large female party. I came back down and was squished into a corner and no one came to help me. The music was overly loud for the small place so I left and figured I would come back another day to try the food. Upon coming back we were the only ones sat in the restaurant at first and service was very slow. The appetizer was overcooked and the tiramisu was greatly lacking, for $15 I expect better than Safeway bakery quality. The pasta was amazing! We loved it so much we considered coming back but the other things made us change our mind. They automatically add a 20% tip in addition to the 5% San Francisco workers fee. Their 20% was barely earned and made one feel even further cheated.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 2
While staying at the Donatello I came here because of the desire to listen to live music and enjoy some wine. The first night I went down and was told I would need to come back in an hour as there was a large female party. I came back down and was squished into a corner and no one came to help me. The music was overly loud for the small place so I left and figured I would come back another day to try the food. Upon coming back we were the only ones sat in the restaurant at first and service was very slow. The appetizer was overcooked and the tiramisu was greatly lacking, for $15 I expect better than Safeway bakery quality. The pasta was amazing! We loved it so much we considered coming back but the other things made us change our mind. They automatically add a 20% tip in addition to the 5% San Francisco workers fee. Their 20% was barely earned and made one feel even further cheated.
Zingari Ristorante in San Francisco is an absolute delight. The ambiance blends elegance with coziness. Their menu is a masterpiece, boasting authentic Italian flavors expertly crafted with fresh ingredients; the fettuccine a la Zingara was to die for. We received a warm welcome and impeccable service, every moment was filled with care. Add to this live jazz music, and you have a truly magical dining experience that's deserving of every star.
The service was great. The food was fantastic! The ambiance was flexible. It was romantic, if needed. Business appropriate, if needed. Chillax vibe, if needed. The wine options are on point with the menu. Adding to my SF meal rotation.
incredibly delicious! very nice
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The best cuisine I've had in this country! and I’ve been to 48 states, so draw your own conclusion.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Thank you for hosting our Pillar Legal event Sunday, March 17th at Zingari. It was a big success for us in part due to your wonderful venue and the great care taken by you and your staff with the food and drinks. Thank you!! Greg P.
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I had made the dinner reservation expecting to hear jazz. It was on a Sunday night, but since it was called a jazz café, and the reservation that I made on OpenTable was specifically for the artist room, I didn't think there would be any issue. It turns out they only have jazz on Friday and Saturday nights. That being said, the food was outstanding, and the service was excellent.
Review is for the jazz bar only. Perhaps I went on an off day, but tried to order a Michelada and they didn't have it since they ran out of tomato juice. Then I tried ordering a Fernet and they didnt have that either. Ended up getting a bourbon Negroni which I enjoyed. Staff are friendly and nice. The jazz on this night was more like hotel / mall music so that threw me off. All the taxes, fees, 20% gratuity regardless of party size - we ended paying 40% on top of what we ordered which we felt was a bit much for a party of 3. Likely I will not be back since there are better drink and music venues in the city. Note: there is a $10 cover for the table area but the bar is opening seating with no cover.
Great place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Bread Service, Meatballs
Nice Italian
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
I had a fabulous date night at zingari sf! The food, ambience, service were all excellent. The live jazz was wonderful! We had a wonderful Friday night! Thank you for a wonderful dinner! We will definitely be back!