Cento Osteria - San Francisco

This Italian-style restaurant is located in a fantastic area (Embarcadero) in San Francisco. Given the prime location, the freshness of the ingredients, and the quality of the cooking, the prices are reasonable. I thoroughly enjoyed a fresh, well-prepared sea bass, and although the dish was served with more potatoes than I would have preferred, the tenderness of the fish made up for it. The staff were very friendly, and the atmosphere was relaxed and understated, without any pretension. I highly recommend this place and will definitely return if the opportunity arises.

The service was quite slow. It took a long time for our main course to arrive, and even longer for our second drink; the Aperol Spritz showed up only after we were already halfway through our meal. The server offered it on the house as an apology. The atmosphere is decent, with a touch of originality.

Went here for lunch on a week day! Patio seating is also available. Great for small or big groups. I ordered grilled squid, pasta and pizza. Everything was delicious and the hospitality was excellent!! I will definitely be coming back for dinner!

November 18: Tried brunch and the risotto cake was tasty. Also sampled the vegetarian ravioli. Great pasta. Would come back again. August 18: Enjoyed a great dinner here on 8-17-18. Our server recommended the salmon belly mousse on polenta. That was delicious. Tried the margherita and the salametto . Both were excellent. Crust was nicely cooked with good crunch and texture. Shared the squid ink pasta and the pappardelle. Both pastas tasted house made and were exceptional. Can't wait to come back again!!

This new spot on the Embarcadero is excellent and I anticipate it becoming my usual haunt after this. Location is great with a nice but not over the top atmosphere inside and available outdoor seating. Service was great, almost verging on a little too attentive. Most importantly the food was delicious, it was well presented and rich without being overly heavy. The menu calls out the specific region each dish originates from and the waiters were very knowledgeable in making great recommendations. Seeing that they have a happy hour from 3:30-7pm is also a little dangerous, I'll definitely be back there soon.