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PRANZI, San Carlos, CA

PRANZI

4.4
4.4
836 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
PRANZI is a Modern Northern Italian Restaurant located in downtown San Carlos, California. Featuring House made pastas, fresh baked bread and specialty dishes from both Northern Italian. We offer a full bar with artisan cocktails and a thoughtful California and Italian wine list. Our service is warm and friendly and we look forward to hosting your next meal.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Farm-to-table, Wine Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (650) 453-3768
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    We cater small intimate dinners to large parties. Please call or email for details. info@pranzisc.com
  • Private party facilities
    Let our events coordinator help plan your party, business meeting, reception or other special event. Our chefs will prepare a menu that is personalized to meet your unique taste. We have private dining capabilities to host a cocktail and hors d'oeuvres reception, or accompany guests for a sit down dinner. Pranzi is regularly open all day Capacities: -Main Dining Room; 80 (seated) Bar and Lounge(standing)125 for receptions utilizing the entire restaurant. Private Buy-Out Option Avaiable call or email for detail . Info@pranzisc.com
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What 836 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Pranzi offers a warm and inviting ambiance with "exceptional food and service." Guests rave about the squid ink spaghetti and veal piccata, highlighting the "incredibly fresh and delicious" homemade pasta. The restaurant is perfect for both casual meals and special occasions, with attentive staff enhancing the experience.

836 Reviews
  1. Sharon

    San Francisco

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious, and the service was outstanding. I will make thiss restaurant a regular stop!

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  2. Kim

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    We made our reservation for 630 the restaurant was very busy and there was not a table available until 710 which was very frustrating because we rushed to get there on time and we’re expecting to sit down at an indoor table at 6:30. We took the first available table which was outside, luckily there were heaters. We did receive apologies for the delay, however a comp app or waived corkage would have been nice or even a glass of wine while we waited.  Our server was great, We may try again but might make it a weekday and not a Saturday since there seem to be some issues with staffing. 

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  3. Pam

    San Francisco

    36 reviews

    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent, friendly service. Small and inviting venue with pleasant decor. Food is nicely presented and delicious Who could want for more ?

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  4. Joy

    San Francisco

    71 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    71 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great night getting together with a friend. Sat outside under the heated lamps and felt very cozy. Both food and service were wonderful! We will return!

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  5. Isabelle

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 25 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The pasta at Pranzi is fantastic. It's homemade (or so it seems) and tastes extremely fresh. I had the lasagna and it was very tasty. My friends had the spaghetti bolognese and the conchiglie, both were very happy with their dishes. The portion size is good, we all had leftovers. They bring you focaccia bread and oil/balsamic vinegar before your meal as well. The service was great. Great neighborhood spot on Laurel Street in San Carlos.

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  6. Julie

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 18 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I wholeheartedly recommend Pranzi - it is my go-to celebration spot on Laurel Street - the food is delicious and portions generous, the staff are consistently on point and the atmosphere is pleasant and welcoming.

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  7. Barn4th

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 16 September 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I must say that practically all of the food from the 3 out of the 4 entrees, appetizers and even the bread and olive oil with balsamic was very under seasoned. The risotto, bruschetta, shell pasta and even the bread left a lot to be desired. I had to add salt to most of the food and I never do that. The ambiance and interior was excellent. The service got high marks too. Presentation was great. Just the lack of flavor was the biggest downside.

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  8. Richard

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was very flavorful and delicious, the service was very good attentive but not hovering, the ambiance was nice and the noise level was low to medium, I thought the value is very good.

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  9. G

    San Francisco

    34 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on 10 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I recently hosted a private event at Pranzi, and it exceeded all expectations. The ambiance was elegant, creating the perfect setting for our gathering. From the moment we arrived, the staff was attentive, professional, and genuinely eager to make the evening special. The menu was thoughtfully curated, with every dish perfectly prepared and beautifully presented. Our guests were impressed by the diverse selection and the quality of the food—definitely a highlight of the night! The team at Pranzi worked with us on every detail, ensuring that the event ran smoothly and that all our preferences were met. If you're looking for a venue with top-notch service, incredible food, and a stylish atmosphere, Pranzi is an excellent choice. I highly recommend it for anyone planning a memorable private event.

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  10. kristine

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 7 September 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    I had high expectations with their food after seeing a foodie influencer post because everything looked delish. The appetizer were really bland, the mashed potatoes was watery and only tasted milk. Not sure if that’s how it was supposed to taste. But after having their appetizers I figured I’d skip out on entrees. I decided to share a plate with a friend. We ordered Sole (chefs special) the the fish was amazing but the potatoes were very salty. Service was great and drinks were also great. I’ll probably come back and give it another try. Hoping it turns out better.

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FAQs

PRANZI offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (650) 453-3768.

PRANZI is rated 4.4 stars by 836 OpenTable diners.

PRANZI does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today

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Google Map for PRANZI

777 Laurel St, San Carlos, CA 94070

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Olive Street
  • Area
    San Carlos
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Farm-to-table, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Phone number
    (650) 453-3768
  • Catering
    We cater small intimate dinners to large parties. Please call or email for details. info@pranzisc.com
  • Private party facilities
    Let our events coordinator help plan your party, business meeting, reception or other special event. Our chefs will prepare a menu that is personalized to meet your unique taste. We have private dining capabilities to host a cocktail and hors d'oeuvres reception, or accompany guests for a sit down dinner. Pranzi is regularly open all day Capacities: -Main Dining Room; 80 (seated) Bar and Lounge(standing)125 for receptions utilizing the entire restaurant. Private Buy-Out Option Avaiable call or email for detail . Info@pranzisc.com
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