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Welcome to Picaro

Picaro, located in San Francisco, is a vibrant Spanish restaurant offering a wide range of tapas and paella dishes. With a cozy ambiance and friendly service, Picaro is known for its delicious seafood paella, fried calamari, and flavorful garlic sauce. The menu also includes vegetarian options like tortilla de patata and patatas bravas. Customers rave about the generous portions and affordable prices, making it ideal for group dining. The restaurant's commitment to sustainability is evident through its eco-friendly practices, such as offering compostable containers and providing reusable tableware. Overall, Picaro delivers a delightful Spanish dining experience that keeps customers coming back for more.

LOCATIONS
  • Picaro
    3120 16th St, San Francisco, CA 94103, United States
    3120 16th St, San Francisco, CA 94103, United States Hotline: +1 415-431-4089

Introducing Picaro: A Spanish Culinary Delight in San Francisco

If you're craving authentic Spanish cuisine with a modern twist, look no further than Picaro located at 3120 16th St in San Francisco. This vibrant restaurant offers a plethora of options for foodies, including vegan and vegetarian dishes, making it suitable for all taste preferences. From succulent seafood paella to flavorful tapas like tortilla de patata and garlic octopus, Picaro has something for everyone.

Customers rave about the fantastic food and top-notch service at Picaro. Reviews highlight the delectable seafood paella, fried calamari, and mouth-watering patatas bravas with a signature garlic sauce. The ambiance at Picaro is lively, with live music adding to the festive atmosphere. Whether you're dining with friends or celebrating a special occasion, Picaro is the perfect place to gather and enjoy delicious Spanish fare.

In addition to the impressive menu selection, Picaro offers various amenities, including wheelchair accessibility, outdoor seating, and catering services. The restaurant's commitment to sustainability is evident through their use of compostable containers and plastic-free packaging, making it an eco-friendly dining option.

Overall, Picaro stands out as a must-visit destination for those craving exquisite Spanish flavors in San Francisco. So, grab your friends, make a reservation, and indulge in a culinary experience that will leave you coming back for more.

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Christine W.
Christine W.

Came here to try out a new place with my friend! We got the fried anchovies, tortilla de patata, garlic octopus, and saffron rice to share, which was more than enough for two people- felt really full afterwards. Ambiance is nice, and I really liked the decorations! Service was also good as the server provided us with several food suggestions/recommendations! Food summary: Tortilla de Patata 10/10 Omelette with onion and potato. Very good, and I'd definitely get it again! Was unsure about it at first, but everything works well together and was cooked very well. Definitely my favorite dish from here that I've tried so far. Garlic octopus 9/10 I liked that there were also potatoes included in this. The octopus was a little bit salty, but overall was still very good and had a nice garlicky flavor! Saffron rice (side) 7/10 This was still good, but I did not enjoy it as much as the other dishes. It had a good taste and the rice as well-cooked! Fried anchovies 9/10 Was seasoned and fried well! Reminded me of a different Chinese dish I've had before, so I enjoyed it. Extra: Bread 9/10 Loved the dip that the bread came with. Was a little spicy, but packed with flavor :)

Jacob T.
Jacob T.

Overall: 4.5/5 Food: 5/5 Service: 4/5 Price: 4/5 Cleanliness: 3/5 The food is fantastic! I ordered the Seafood Paella which was really good. I also ordered the Fried Calamari which was delicious! The house garlic sauce is outta here!! The restrooms needed attention though. Not sure how often they clean the restrooms but it's important because it can be indication of the level of cleanliness the staff has. Overall, had a great experience and the food was great!

Samantha P.
Samantha P.

Go for the paella! Delicious & plentiful portion. Many tapas options to choose from as well, which were reasonably priced. A live mariachi band made this experience even more fun! Would be ideal location for groups to split the dishes & sangria pitchers.

Shelby S.
Shelby S.

Parking can be tough but there's a nearby paid parking garage that makes it easy. We started off with a free basket of bread and the most delicious sauce on the side. We ordered a bunch of small plates to try like both the octopus and shrimp Al ajillo, chorizo salteado, patatas bravas, croquettes de pollo, and oxtail stew. Then of course a paella dish and we chose the lobster one for 2 people but was definitely enough for 3. It was warm and had a soft texture and mixed with the spicy bread dipping sauce, it came to life. The croquettes and oxtail stew were my favorite. There is a lot on the menu to choose from and share or order for yourself.

Jolens V.
Jolens V.

Nice restaurant. Delicious food The servers are so sweet and friendly. I had to wait for the Paella I am thankful that they game me bread. I t so good. It came with a tasty dip and it made it easy for me to not be too hungry. The Paella was divine. I am for sure going back.

Kelly H.
Kelly H.

If you want the best Spanish food in the city, come here. You also can't beat their prices. Happy hour is $4 a glass for sangria--which is nice and light, but the alcohol definitely sneaks up on you so be careful. We also ordered the patatas bravas which had the best sauce, it was amazing. We also ordered the seafood platter which was impeccable. And dipping the seafood in the patatas bravas sauce was next level amazing. And they do not skimp on the seafood here. Just 10/10 all around. Literally my new favorite seafood place in the city, and can't beat the price with tip at $70 (we also have a ton of leftovers).

Anthony H.
Anthony H.

Wow! The service here was amazing! The food was nothing less than astounding. Best Spanish food I've had and I've eaten in Barcelona. The patatas bravas sauce was as incredible and garlic forward as everyone says. The mariscana (seafood) platter was a true treat and I highly recommend it. The sangria is great and the price can't be beat on happy hour. The pricing generally is great; definitely the best bang for your buck. The atmosphere really feels like a northern Spanish cafe which is I think what they are going for. It's can't recommend this place enough. Bring cash! There is a ~5% discount for cash.

Coach C.
Coach C.

Been coming here for 30 years now, i think it is. So consistently good in food, service & ambiance. Congrats to all staff!

Arman Eli P.
Arman Eli P.

Just an update: Still, the best food, the best staff, the best ambiance! But let me break it down: Free basket of bread? Who wouldn't want a free bread or food? Lol. Calamares Fritos was good but the dip should be more flavorful. But one of my fave. Pescado Rebozado con Aioli was amazing too. Add on to my fave! As per my boyfriend, Boquerones en Vinagre was okay. He tried the same food in Barcelona, Spain and he said that it's not as sour. Ropa Vieja is great! One of my fave too. Recommendation: For the sauce/ Aioli of Pescado Rebozado and Calamares Fritos - a little more garlic, a hint of Paprika and a hint of Black Pepper would be great(Trust me). For Pescado Rebozado - just want to recommend for the staff to double check on removing the fish bone entirely. I don't mind the fish bone as I grew up with it, but I just want to suggest it as some customer or people out there are too sensitive and complains too much on certain things. Btw, I've been here several times. Overall, HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

Rikki Erielle N.
Rikki Erielle N.

Came here for a birthday dinner for my cousins! The place was booming and had a really lively energy. The service was great and fast as well! I lovedddd the oysters! The only downside is the surrounding area outside felt a bit unsafe. Parking was super hard as well, but I guess that's anywhere in the city!