San Francisco Eats | A Sunny Italian Escape at Cotogna 🇮🇹🍝

When that SF fog rolls in, nothing hits the spot like cozy Italian comfort food — and Cotogna definitely delivered! Nestled in the heart of the city, this rustic-chic spot offers that perfect blend of relaxed vibe and seriously satisfying flavors. We started with their house-made pasta — because how could you not? 🍝 The Mafaldine al Pomodoro was silky, rich, and beautifully balanced with sweet-savory tomato notes. But the real star? The Rigatoni with sausage and fennel pollen — each bite was hearty, aromatic, and deeply comforting. To cut through the richness, we sipped on a bright, slightly dry Orange Wine 🍊🥂. On its own, it felt a bit lean, but paired with the oily, savory pasta? Perfetto. It lifted every flavor and cleansed the palate like a charm. We also couldn’t skip the wood-fired roast chicken 🍗 with lemon and herbs — juicy inside, crispy-skinned, and full of soul. And the bitter greens salad with pecorino and walnuts? A fresh, zesty contrast to all that carb-loaded goodness. Dessert was a simple but stunning Olive Oil Cake with whipped mascarpone and seasonal berries. Light, moist, and not too sweet — the ideal finish. 🍷 Vibe: Warm, bustling, unpretentious — perfect for a weekend lunch or intimate dinner. 💸 Price Point: Mid-range — you’re paying for quality, but it’s worth every bite. 👍 Highlights: Pasta, pasta, pasta (and that orange wine pairing!). 📍 Cotogna | San Francisco #SFWeekend #SFEats #CotognaSF #ItalianComfort #BayAreaEats #SanFranciscoFood #PastaLover #WoodFireMagic #WeekendVibes