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Zingari Ristorante + Jazz Bar, San Francisco, CA

Zingari Ristorante + Jazz Bar

4.3
4.3
2672 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for live music
  • Charming
Since 1995, Zingari has been recognized as the exquisite hidden gem in San Francisco Union Square. Zingari is the perfect place for you to restore and feel at home with your guests. Sip your Spritz or Negroni while you dine on Pappardelle and Ossobuco. Indulge in proper cicchetti or Italian tapas, fresh house-made pastas, and an interesting selection of raw, roasted or grilled meats and fish. The aperitivo bar and wine shop fun Italian classic cocktails and fantastic Italian wines. Private dining is an adventure and available in all of our elegant and modern dining rooms. Dining with live music is an experience available exclusively in the Artist Room. Gluten free, vegetarian, and vegan selections are available. Zingari has been recognized as one of the best restaurants for private dining in San Francisco, best restaurants with vegetarian selection in San Francisco, and best coffee wine lounges in San Francisco. From Italy with love. All welcome.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (415) 885-8850
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Victor Cedillo
  • Catering
    We have had the privilege of being the venue of choice for many memorable meetings and celebrations— breakfast meetings, celebration brunch parties, wedding events, team dinners, business luncheons, birthday parties, cocktail receptions, holiday parties, graduations, and more.
  • Private party facilities
    We have had the privilege of being the venue of choice for many memorable meetings and celebrations— breakfast meetings, celebration brunch parties, wedding events, team dinners, business luncheons, birthday parties, cocktail receptions, holiday parties, graduations, and more.
  • Area
    Downtown / Union Square
  • Cross Street
    Mason Street
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is based on availability in the Hotel Donatello garage; validated parking for first two hours. Various parking garages within one block.
  • Public transit
    Powell Street Bart or Bus 45.
  • Entertainment
    There’s nothing quite like an evening filled with live jazz and well-balanced cocktails to evoke citified vibes. Zingari Ristorante + Jazz Bar is a San Francisco jazz-happy staple. Here you you can listen to the sound of saxophones as you sip your martini and dine on pappardelle and ossobuco. Live jazz plays nightly starting at 8 pm at this Lower Nob Hill Italian white tableclothed restaurant with a view onto Post Street. We invite you to enjoy the sound and swagger of our jazz lounge. Dining with music is first come, first served. Cin Cin! ​
  • Additional
    Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Experiences

  • Dinner + Jazz: Tony Martinez

    US$19.55 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Improvisation and joy are the cornerstones of Tony’s style. He studied classical Cuban piano at the Ignacio Cervantes conservatory in Habana, Cuba. Afterward, tony turned to study the rhythms of jazz. For over a decade, tony has developed a jazz performance rich with influence of traditional Cuban rhythms. In order to dine in with live music, a non-refundable ticket per person will apply for Strengthening the Arts. In case of cancellation or no-show, the fee will not be refunded. Walk-ins are welcome any time but will be based on availability.
    Dinner + Jazz: Tony Martinez photo
  • Dinner + Jazz: Daniel Magay

    US$19.55 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Dan Magay is a fresh voice in saxophones, flute, and clarinet. Magay is steeped in modern and traditional jazz, classical music, indian ragas, brazilian bossa nova and choro, rock, funk, african, experimental and various fusions. In order to dine in with live music, a non-refundable ticket per person will apply for Strengthening the Arts. This fee is not a deposit; this fee guarantee's seating space. In case of cancellation or no-show, the fee will not be refunded. Walk-ins are welcome any time but will be based on availability. Our goal is an accurate depiction of our availability to allow our staff to better accommodate you.
    Dinner + Jazz: Daniel Magay photo
  • Dinner + Jazz: Gaea Schell

    US$19.55 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Subtle romanticism "with a "distinctive, swinging touch" are words used to describe Gaea Schell. Accomplished and versatile, she - as drummer Albert 'Tootie' Geath," has said, "Plays the heck out of the piano with them small hands." In order to dine in with live music, a non-refundable ticket per person will apply for Strengthening the Arts. In case of cancellation or no-show, the fee will not be refunded. Walk-ins are welcome any time but will be based on availability.
    Dinner + Jazz: Gaea Schell photo

Offers

  • Happy Hour (20% off entire check)

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Sat - 15:00 - 17:00
    Happy Hour is daily from 3 to 5 PM with 20% off entire check for dining or bar with a la carte menu.

    Happy Hour (20% off entire check) photo

What 2,672 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 3.8Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • San Francisco

    Hot spot

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Zingari Ristorante + Jazz Bar offers a captivating blend of delectable cuisine and live jazz in a cozy setting. Guests rave about the "wonderful food and service" and the "delightful atmosphere." While some found the pricing high, the "outstanding service" and soulful music create a memorable dining experience.

2,672 Reviews
  1. Rebecca

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great time! It’s an elegant place. There were some mixups with the food but it was thanksgiving and they may have been short staffed

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  2. Sarah

    San Francisco

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very close to the Curran Theater. Staff was friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. The menu has great variety and the food was delicious. They offer a 10% discount for theater goers. 

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  3. Barbara

    San Francisco

    44 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    44 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food, staff very friendly - could have been a little more attentive but overall wonderful evening. Will return!

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  4. Colette

    Pittsburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    highly recommend! Delicious food, outstanding service and live music that sets the atmosphere for a nice enjoyable evening. We will definitely be staying on-site for convenience next time!

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  5. Andrea

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thoroughly enjoyed the lamb chops while listing to the piano. Wonderful attentive service. I visit each time I’m in San Francisco.

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  6. Nancy

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good food, good service, nice background music coming from the jazz bar

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  7. merrie

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter was absolutely wonderful. We had the best time.

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  8. Nancy

    San Francisco

    180 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    180 reviews

    Dined on 7 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    once again a lovely evening. this time tried the salmon - i enjoyed it but it is the bread pudding that i'm still dreaming about the addition of almond flavor to it made it perfect-and of course Tyler at the bar is a major enhanhancement. look forward to returning

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  9. Mike

    San Francisco

    37 reviews

    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on 3 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food and service are excellent! Great location for pre theater dinner, especially if you are going to San Francisco Playhouse!

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  10. Robert

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 2 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was very good. Service was great. When we asked for a quiet space we were taken to a nice back room.

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FAQs

Zingari Ristorante + Jazz Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 885-8850.

Zingari Ristorante + Jazz Bar is rated 4.3 stars by 2672 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Zingari Ristorante + Jazz Bar

501 Post St., San Francisco, CA 94102

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Mason Street
  • Area
    Downtown / Union Square
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is based on availability in the Hotel Donatello garage; validated parking for first two hours. Various parking garages within one block.
  • Public transit
    Powell Street Bart or Bus 45.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Victor Cedillo
  • Entertainment
    There’s nothing quite like an evening filled with live jazz and well-balanced cocktails to evoke citified vibes. Zingari Ristorante + Jazz Bar is a San Francisco jazz-happy staple. Here you you can listen to the sound of saxophones as you sip your martini and dine on pappardelle and ossobuco. Live jazz plays nightly starting at 8 pm at this Lower Nob Hill Italian white tableclothed restaurant with a view onto Post Street. We invite you to enjoy the sound and swagger of our jazz lounge. Dining with music is first come, first served. Cin Cin! ​
  • Additional
    Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan
  • Phone number
    (415) 885-8850
  • Catering
    We have had the privilege of being the venue of choice for many memorable meetings and celebrations— breakfast meetings, celebration brunch parties, wedding events, team dinners, business luncheons, birthday parties, cocktail receptions, holiday parties, graduations, and more.
  • Private party facilities
    We have had the privilege of being the venue of choice for many memorable meetings and celebrations— breakfast meetings, celebration brunch parties, wedding events, team dinners, business luncheons, birthday parties, cocktail receptions, holiday parties, graduations, and more.
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