Sotto Mare

Robert Bojorquez a month ago

We very much enjoyed our shared crab cioppino dish. I was definitely enough for 2 people and absolutely delicious. Plenty of fresh bread and a bottle of wine made for an excellent meal. We sat at counter which was interesting as you had a view of everyone working very efficiently. Staff is very helpful and engaging. My wife very much enjoyed the meal and atmosphere at this establishment. Parking can be a challenge, but definitely worth a visit. Everything on menu looked delicious. Can be a Long wait line for a table. Inside and outdoors seating available.

Richard H 4 months ago

Located in the heart of Little Italy, North Beach San Francisco. This is my favorite place for classic cioppino, fresh oysters and marinated Dungeness crab! They offer raw oysters either on the half shell or as shooters, west coast or east coast species with a spicy red sauce. Be sure to ask for their fresh horseradish. For starters, we also love their bay shrimp Louie salad, which is big enough to share with 2-3 people. I also recommend their marinaded, cold whole Dungeness crab, which comes in an olive oil, lemon garlic sauce. Be sure to order their marinaded”Best Damn Cioppino” , which is served in a large bowl: Dungeness crab, mussels, clams, squid, and scallops.

Tamir Bermann a month ago

A lively North Beach restaurant with tradition and character. We got a table for two on a busy sunny Sunday noon with outdoor seating, very close to neighboring tables, but that's part of the atmosphere. The oyster plate was fresh and good; 12 oysters with minimal garnish (had to ask for extra lemon). The house cioppino was the standout: a generous, flavorful seafood stew that's clearly the dish to order here. Service was friendly, attentive, and efficient despite a full house. Good value for money. Recommended!

Karl Chong 3 months ago

Long waits on a Saturday night, but you get a buzzer so you can walk around. The last time I was here was 2018, and the food is still excellent. I always order the cioppino and although still good, it seems like the recipe has changed a little bit. The oysters are superb as is the cobb salad. Wines are well priced and service is great. Sitting outside is preferable to inside.

Sy W 5 months ago

Such amazing Italian food!! Ordered a half dozen of east + west oysters. I personally prefer east cuz it’s sweater. Absolutely favorite is the seafood risotto, so much seafood and fresh. Same with their signature seafood soup(?) forgot the actual name of the dish. But it’s served with so much fresh seafood. Crab, shell, squid, mussel. Seasoning is absolutely spot on. Not too heavy or creamy. Such delicious food for amazing price! Def a 10/10!! Server was so nice. Just be aware they have added a 4% service fee. I didn’t take it out because I feel they deserve that and to better survive in sf as such an amazing Italian restaurant.