Rocco's Cafe - Reviews

My experience at this restaurant was reminiscent of a cherished memory, like dining at my grandfather's place where you could freely chat with the chef and team as they worked. The service was impressively quick, and I appreciated the curated menu, which was a refreshing change from overwhelming, lengthy options. Michael, in particular, was a delight; his passion for cooking and making guests feel welcome was evident.

My dining experience on June 19th was terrible. I was surprised that a side of red sauced pasta was served with chicken piccata, especially since ordering for home includes linguine. It's unclear why the restaurant wouldn't offer the same. As it got busy, I had to get my own to-go containers because the restaurant is clearly understaffed. After more than 10 years of patronage, this one night soured my view. I don't need to go back. Peace!

My experience at this restaurant for lunch was excellent! I tried the Chicken Parm Dip and the Prime Rib French Dip. The food was outstanding, earning a perfect 5/5. The service was also top-notch, rated 5/5. Despite it being a Saturday midday, the restaurant was not busy, contributing to a quiet atmosphere where conversation was easy. The price per person was between $20–30.

Rocco's was very busy tonight, with the restaurant full. Despite the crowd, our server Jesse was extremely polite and helpful, which is commendable under such stress. I ordered drinks and fettuccine with clams and a garlic cream sauce. It was the first time I've ever had a clam dish with a generous amount of clams – what a delightful surprise! The dish was delicious. The ambiance was great, the food was great, and the service was great. It was a five-star experience all around. The only thing missing was a piano player in the corner. I'll definitely be back.

I live SO close to this place and I finally popped in. My experience was fantastic! The food was delicious and the service was excellent. We need to support this restaurant so they don’t close! I will definitely be going back again. And again. And again!

My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! As someone born in San Francisco, I found this place to be awesome and 100% San Francisco. I absolutely love this place; the food is amazing. Thank you for keeping it original!

My experience at this restaurant was AMAZING. The food was incredible, and the staff was really sweet. I also loved the ambience, which was so nice. My girlfriend and I had a fantastic lunch here. While the food was a little pricey, it was worth every cent. The portion size was perfect for us to share one plate.

My experience at this super cozy spot was a bit mixed. I was excited about the menu, especially for breakfast. However, some of our items were overly greasy. Additionally, the chocolate milk had gone sour, which was quite disappointing. The server also seemed a bit serious and down in energy. While the atmosphere was great, the food quality and service could be improved.

I visited this restaurant with some friends before GDC. The reservation system was easy to use. I enjoyed the polenta and tomato dish; it was a good portion size with a nice texture, and I appreciated that it came with bread, butter, and jam. The atmosphere was quiet, making it easy to converse and catch up with my companions. However, it took about 30 minutes to receive my order, which was surprising given that the restaurant wasn't crowded. The food was just okay, nothing special, and quite expensive for what it was. The ambiance felt a bit run down and the place was pretty dim. Overall, it was an okay spot, but I wouldn't come back.

My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! I found it to be a great place for authentic Italian food. The Chicken parmigiana was absolutely delicious, and the atmosphere was perfect for the evening. To top it off, the service was excellent.