"The Sardinian restaurant in Noe Valley doesn’t just make some of the best seafood dishes in the city, it’s one of the best Italian restaurants, period. And ordering from their menu of excellent dishes shouldn’t be an exercise in restraint. Get the spicy octopus stew, the fresh spaghetti with bottarga shaved on top, the pan-seared branzino, and don’t pass on the hearty gnocchetti with pork sugo. La Ciccia delivers an intimate feel with its cozy patio and string lights, small dining room with white tablecloths, and a casual buzz that makes this spot perfect for a date night, a celebration, or a laid-back weeknight out." - Julia Chen 1, Lani Conway
Stephanie Court