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NOPA

560 Divisadero St
San Francisco, CA 94117
Phone: (415) 864-8643
NOPA
Price:
$$$
Cross Street:
Fell Street
Best of Citysearch:
Late-Night Dining 2007, Bar Menu 2006
Hours:
Daily 5pm-1am

Editorial Review for NOPA – by Gina Goff

The Scene
Soaring ceilings, funky walls with cartoonish murals of San Francisco and a jovial din set the stage at this buzzing restaurant. Diners in possession of one of the few coveted reservations huddle around closely packed tables and snug booths in the two-tiered dining room, while those without settle for a seat at the long wooden communal table. An adjoining bar area hosts a crowd of stylish 30-something singles seeking flirtatious conversation and each other's phone numbers.

The Food
Friendly servers slither between tables, alternately offering suggestions from the rotating menu and delivering plates of organic, Mediterranean-influenced Cal cuisine. Appetizers range from hearty comfort food--like creamy baked goat cheese served warm with a bottomless supply of crostini--to light and artful, such as wild salmon carpaccio sliced paper thin. Entrees flair in the rib-sticking genre, like a juicy rotisserie chicken or medallions of spit-roasted London broil arranged alongside whipped potatoes and gently spicy horseradish crème fraiche.

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Insider Tips

Know Before You Go

The restaurant offers reservations a month out; be sure to secure one ahead of time or risk facing a long wait or a seat at the communal table.

What to Drink

Take advantage of the large selection of half bottles and sample from the impressive wine list.

User Reviews for NOPA

1 Star Rating: Not Recommended

04/03/2008 Posted by spinitch

was taken here by a good friend of mine and from the hype that i was told about, it was indeed just all hype. the fried fish appetizer was good, but i think it's hard to mess up anything fried. but i will give it to them anyway. the halibut was subpar to say the least. although the asparagus was perfectly cooked. the churros was also good. overall, i would not recommend this place.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

09/13/2007 Posted by bella66

I don't know what the others are talking about. I have been to Nopa 4 times and it's been consistently excellent every time. Charming waiters(resses), excellent customer service, delicious food and wine, decent prices and wonderful atmosphere. All the ingredients you need for a great night out. I've taken friends and family there and it's quickly become one of their favorite restaurants in the city. One of my favorite dishes is the Moroccan Vegetable Tagine - yummy! Highly recommend this place.

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Editor's Review

Locally sourced, Cal-Med cuisine and late-night hours make this lively "North of Panhandle" eatery the it-spot for restaurant industry insiders.  See the full editorial review.

Insider Tips

Know Before You Go

The restaurant offers reservations a month out; be sure to secure one ahead of time or risk facing a long wait or a seat at the communal table.

More Insider Tips

Restaurant Information

Parking

  • Street

Hours

  • Daily 5pm-1am

Payment Types

  • Visa
  • MasterCard

Cuisines

  • Californian
  • Mediterranean

Meal Price

  • $$$

Amenities

  • People Watching
  • Local Favorites
  • Bar Scene
  • Date Spot
  • Notable Wine List
  • Dine at the Bar
  • Open 7 Days
  • Late Night Dining

Recognition for NOPA

2007 Editorial Winner - Late-Night Dining
2006 Editorial Winner - Bar Menu

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