A bustling Pacific Heights Peruvian joint warms up the Fillmore with sumptuous ceviche.
(650) 731-0879
2114 Fillmore St
(California Street)
San Francisco,
CA
94115
37.7891
-122.4338
Neighborhoods: Pacific Heights, North
Fresca
Last updated 9.05.09
What People Are Saying About Fresca
The Owner
Fresca
Owner
Fresca is a Peruvian restaurant in the heart of Fillmore offering a Ceviche Bar. At Fresca, we aim to offer a personal rendition of Peruvian gourmet cuisine, where typical methods of cooking, fine Peruvian produce and the legacy of our common food culture are all being subjected to an innovative gastronomic approach. Carrying this line of thinking further, we view it as a challenge to play a part in bringing a regeneration of Peruvian culinary craft, in its capacity to encompass the world with its distinctive tastiness and special regional character. Our intention at Fresca is to create and…
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
The Scene – The warm hues of a smooth slate floor, rust-colored walls and gilded frames set the stage for the comforting flavors of Peru. An open kitchen fills the medium-sized eatery with appetizing scents and counter seating gives curious diners front-row seats to the culinary activities. Service is friendly, with a relaxed pace. – – The Food – Get ready to savor authentic Peruvian food, with warm spice undertones and citrusy sauces. To start, halibut seviche, marinated in ginger and lime, is a perfect marriage of light and tangy. Fish entrees are also excellent,…
04/30/09
Not bad at all
by arnoldkultz
Have not been on this place very often, but the best part of going in here is the calf steak. And was it good?
- Pros: Best foods around
- Cons: Was all but fun
08/13/08
Absolutely amazing.
by MelissaFromIL
My husband and I are here for our honeymoon, and this has been the best food we've had since we've been here (and we've dined at Zuni, Crab House, etc.). The appetizer of scallops and dessert of "purple corn" creme brule were the best I've ever had. It was as good as brownie batter -- I wished I had a rubber spatula to clean the ramekin! I ordered the lamb for dinner, which was also wonderful, and my husband loved his sea bass. He had sangria and I had Coke to drink, and our total tab with tip was about $110. Pricey, but we want to eat here again before we leave. The service was top-notch. Our waitress was attentive and steered us down the right path to our meal selections, as this was our first Peruvian dining experience.
06/19/08
Really good Peruvian food
by slygirl12
I've been for lunch and dinner now. Personal fav... steak sandwich and a glass of red wine on a lazy afternoon. I thought it was really great food and friendly service too. Parking, not so great (take a cab or walk if you can). Better than Limon, IMHO.
- Pros: Awesome food
- Cons: Walk or cab there
The Details on Fresca
What to Drink:
There are no mixed drinks, but one of the more than two- dozen Latin beers, priced well at $4, will balance the vinegar and spices of Peruvian cuisine.
Know Before You Go:
There are no meat- or seafood-free entrees on the menu.
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Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, MasterCard
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Message from Fresca
- Full Brunch Menu
- In The Heart of the Fillmore
- Pre-Fixed Lunch Menu
Fresca is a Peruvian restaurant in the heart of Fillmore offering a Ceviche Bar.
At Fresca, we aim to offer a personal rendition of Peruvian gourmet cuisine, where typical methods of cooking, fine Peruvian produce and the legacy of our common food culture are all being subjected to an innovative gastronomic approach. Carrying this line of thinking further, we view it as a challenge to play a part in bringing a regeneration of Peruvian culinary craft, in its capacity to encompass the world with its distinctive tastiness and special regional character.
Our intention at Fresca is to create and to prepare a distinctly advanced kind of cuisine, while nonetheless conjoining our patently Peruvian approach with a manner of purity and simplicity in the approach.
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