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Albona Ristorante Istriano

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Albona Ristorante Istriano
545 Francisco Street, Between Taylor and Mason Streets, San Francisco, CA 94133
+1 415 441 1040
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#34 of 512 restaurants rated by Real Travelers

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This is the only Istrian restaurant on the West Coast, making it a one-of-a-kind experience. Istrian cuisine is Italian food that is heavily influenced by flavors from the eastern region of Europe. It features seasonings such as cumin, paprika, pepper, cinnamon, saffron, and nutmeg. Owner/chef Bruno Viscovi has exported recipes from his homeland and his mother's kitchen to bring us wonderful dishes to savor. He prepares three different varieties of Risotto, one featuring portobello mushrooms, one saffron and smoked prosciutto, and one with seafood and mussels. To make the experience even more authentic, a regular change of wines are used to enhance his dishes. The exterior may be windowless, but inside it is warm and inviting.

Price

$31 to $50

Credit Cards Accepted

visa,mastercard,amex,diners,discover

Reservations

Booking Advisable

Directions

Last stop of the Powell-Mason Cable Car Line at Taylor and Francisco Sts. (1/2 a block away). No. 30 Bus stops at Columbus Ave. and Francisco St. (1 & 1/2 blocks).

Area

Taylor & Mason Sts.

Parking

Valet

Hours

Tu-Sa 5p-10p

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