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Ofena, San Francisco, CA

Ofena

4.8
4.8
62 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
19:30

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  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
“Cooking, for me, is storytelling.” —Tim Humphrey, executive chef.
Finalist in both “Best Italian” & “Best New Restaurant” in SFGate’s Best of the Bay.

Nestled in the heart of San Francisco’s Lakeside District, Ofena draws inspiration from family roots in the quaint sheep-herding village of the same name in the Abruzzo region of Italy. Chef Tim Humphrey proudly presents his ode to Italian cuisine in the form of an expertly crafted menu showcasing the bounty of California and emphasizing the flavors of Italy. Ofena takes modern Italian cuisine to the next level with a fresh, ingredient driven menu. Enjoy inventive craft cocktails in our fully stocked bar and satiate your pasta craving in our warm and intimate space. Located in the old Lakeside Cafe, we aim to continue the tradition of bringing the neighborhood together to be welcomed the Italian way - as family! Come be apart of the story at Ofena! Buon Appetito!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Modern Tuscan
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Wed–Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (415) 347-7272
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

What 62 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ofena is a beloved neighborhood gem celebrated for "excellent service" and "delicious food." Guests appreciate the authentic Italian dishes, including standout favorites like the "pork bistecca Fiorentina" and "tuna sandwich." The inviting atmosphere, attentive staff, and easy parking make it perfect for celebrations or casual dining. A must-visit spot!
62 Reviews
  1. Paula

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was outstanding and the service was excellent.

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  2. Nerissa

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    as always Ofena delivers on their menu, wine selection and their staff. Attentive staff. Atmosphere is great, you don’t feel like you’re being rushed out the door. Will be back again! Thank you

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  3. Nicole

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We sat at the bar and Michael was an awesome host! My girlfriends and I had a great first experience there and can’t wait to go back! Great low key local spot, awesome staff, delicious food and plenty of parking.

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  4. Mike

    VIP

    San Francisco

    54 reviews

    5.0

    54 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food and service were both good. Chef was accommodating for some special requests. A nice experience.

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  5. george

    VIP

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 31 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    absolutely adorable delicious restaurant where portion sizes could be improved but every bite is delicious. Mushroom arancini was awesome. Eggplant half sandwich was delectable. Soup was comforting. Salad was refreshing. Food output was a bit slow on a Friday afternoon and service a bit… lacking though polite. Excellent lunch spot!

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  6. Xiang

    VIP

    San Francisco

    68 reviews

    5.0

    68 reviews

    Dined on 25 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service. Food are delicious. Easy parking.

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  7. Betty

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 19 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and very tasty food make this place a special gem in West Portal. They went above and beyond to celebrate my birthday. Very special place!

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  8. G. Scott

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 19 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was good, service was great but it is overpriced.

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  9. Colleen

    VIP

    San Francisco

    13 reviews

    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 17 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Delicious food and wonderful service. Table’s were too close together so had to speak quietly with out a sense of privacy

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  10. Kathleen

    San Francisco

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 12 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ofena is my favorite! My family dines there frequently and the food and service, as always, were consistently excellent! We always enjoy sharing many dishes. You can't go wrong! My personal favorites are the caesar salad, pork steak Fiorentina and broccolini. Last night, in addition to these, we also enjoyed the focaccia with roasted garlic, olive oil and balsamic, the squash caponata and polenta with truffle mascarpone. I celebrated my birthday last night with my mother and sister. We sat in a lovely booth and were feted by the staff for my birthday. We decided to spend all future celebratory occasions there!

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Ofena is rated 4.8 stars by 62 OpenTable diners.

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Google Map for Ofena

2529 Ocean Ave, San Francisco, CA 94132-1613

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Ofena is on Ocean Avenue between 19th Ave and Junipero Serra
  • Area
    Parkside
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Wed–Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Modern Tuscan
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    M, K, 29, 28
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