Caesar Salad
$ 16.95Crisp whole-leaf romaine lettuce tossed in a creamy Caesar dressing, topped with crunchy house-made croutons and shaved parmesan.
Crisp whole-leaf romaine lettuce tossed in a creamy Caesar dressing, topped with crunchy house-made croutons and shaved parmesan.
A refreshing house salad with colorful mixed greens, sliced cucumbers, carrots, olives, and cherry tomatoes tossed in Italian vinaigrette.
A crisp iceberg wedge generously drizzled with chunky blue cheese dressing, topped with crispy bacon bits, hard-boiled egg, and tomatoes.
Sliced colorful heirloom tomatoes layered with creamy buffalo mozzarella, fresh basil leaves, and a drizzle of balsamic reduction.
Creamy burrata cheese served with delicate slices of prosciutto, peppery arugula, and warm grilled sourdough crostini.
Thinly sliced raw beef carpaccio artfully arranged on a plate, garnished with arugula, crispy capers, shaved parmesan, and olive oil.
Chilled, sweet fresh Dungeness crab meat served in a classic glass cocktail cup with zesty cocktail sauce and a lemon wedge.
Plump chilled jumbo prawns hanging over the rim of a classic glass bowl filled with cocktail sauce and garnished with lemon.
A grand wooden board loaded with artisan cured meats, specialty cheeses, olives, marmalade, and crusty grilled sourdough crostini.
Warm, bubbly spinach and artichoke dip in a ceramic dish, served with golden toasted sourdough crostini for dipping.
Golden-brown, crispy fried risotto balls with a gooey mozzarella center, resting on a pool of warm signature marinara sauce.
Large, savory Italian meatballs resting on a bed of whipped ricotta, drizzled with marinara and served with grilled sourdough crostini.
Lightly battered, crispy golden fried calamari rings served on a platter with lemon wedges and side ramekins of cocktail and tartar sauces.
An assortment of lightly fried calamari, shrimp, and vegetables crispy and golden, served with a side of spicy aioli.
A pan-seared Dungeness crab cake with a golden crust, drizzled with a rich lemon chive beurre blanc sauce.
Thick slices of toasted garlic bread smothered in melted butter, parmesan cheese, and freshly chopped parsley.
Crispy french fries tossed in aromatic truffle oil, sprinkled with grated parmesan cheese and fresh parsley, served with dipping sauces.
A hearty bowl of traditional Italian minestrone soup filled with garden vegetables, beans, and pasta in a savory broth.
A warm, creamy New England clam chowder garnished with parsley and served in a classic bowl.
A classic Cobb salad with neatly arranged rows of roasted chicken, bacon, hard-boiled egg, avocado, and blue cheese over crisp romaine.
A luxurious Dungeness Crab Louie salad featuring a generous mound of fresh crab meat, avocado, and hard-boiled egg with creamy Louie dressing.
A colorful Italian chopped salad filled with cured meats, cheeses, garbanzo beans, and crisp vegetables tossed in vinaigrette.
Crisp romaine lettuce tossed in Caesar dressing, topped with sliced grilled chicken breast, parmesan cheese, and croutons.
Served with choice of side.
8oz tender cut served with choice of side.
10oz steak served with choice of side.
Mint salsa verde, choice of side.
Sweet and sour peperonata, choice of side.
Creekstone farms certified black angus, served sliced with mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetable, choice of two sauces. 36oz bone-in | serves two.
Capers, shallots, garlic, lemon, white wine.
Egg dipped, pan seared, house made tartar sauce.
Lemon beurre blanc.
House made tartar sauce.
Wood fired, lemon herb butter.
Capers, shallots, garlic, lemon, white wine.
Tomatoes, mushrooms, shallots, garlic, white wine.
Mushrooms, shallots, garlic, marsala wine.
Lightly breaded, pan seared, arugula salad.
Pan seared, prosciutto di parma, fontina, white wine, shallots, truffle porcini reduction.
Lightly breaded, signature marinara sauce, monterey jack cheese.
Capers, shallots, garlic, lemon, white wine.
Tomatoes, mushrooms, shallots, garlic, white wine.
Mushrooms, shallots, garlic, marsala wine.
Lightly breaded, pan seared, arugula salad.
Pan seared, prosciutto di parma, fontina, white wine, shallots, truffle porcini reduction.
Lightly breaded, signature marinara sauce, monterey jack cheese.
Lightly breaded, prosciutto di parma, spicy vodka sauce, monterey jack cheese.
Crispy rosemary potatoes, meyer lemon-garlic pan jus.
Potato puree, glazed carrots, crispy shallots, fresh shaved horseradish.
Chanterelle mushroom risotto with butternut squash, caramelized shallots, spinach, mascarpone, chives.
Sourdough roll, french fries, charbroiled upon request.
Thinly sliced roasted prime rib on a french roll, au jus, horseradish sauce, french fries.
Layers of thinly sliced, lightly fried eggplant, signature marinara sauce, ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan.
Layers of pasta, classic meat sauce, ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan.
Signature scramble of ground beef, spinach, onions, eggs.
Beef & spinach-filled, classic meat sauce, parmesan.
Classic meat sauce, parmesan.
Linguine tossed in rich green pesto.
Classic rich and creamy Alfredo sauce.
Farfalle, sun dried tomato, cream, garlic, white wine, basil, parmigiano reggiano.
Signature marinara sauce, vodka, cream, red pepper flakes.
Linguine, tomatoes, garlic, cream; white wine.
White wine, garlic, cream.
Beef & spinach-filled, classic meat sauce, parmesan.
Classic meat sauce, parmesan.
Butter, sour cream, cheddar cheese, bacon, chives.
Smooth and creamy mashed potatoes.
Crispy golden french fries.
Parmesan, dipping sauces.
Freshly prepared seasonal vegetables.
Rich and creamy classic creamed spinach.
Fresh spinach sautéed in garlic and oil.
Cream cheese, chocolate sauce, vanilla gelato, berries.
Sweet cream, mixed berries, graham cracker crumble.
Triple layer chocolate cake, chocolate frosting, rainbow sprinkles.
Mascarpone cream, kahlua espresso soaked lady fingers, cocoa powder.
Warm Italian doughnuts, cinnamon-sugar dusted, dipping sauces.
Vanilla gelato, chocolate fudge, butterscotch, candied walnuts, whipped cream.
Smooth, rich traditional vanilla gelato.
Rich, intense chocolate gelato.
House blend of pistachio, vanilla and chocolate gelato, dried cherries, brandy-soaked raisins, almonds.
Refreshing seasonal fruit sorbet.
Tullamore dew irish whiskey, coffee, cream.
Tito's vodka, bailey's, kahlua, frangelico, tuaca, graffea espresso.
Bailey's, tuaca, coffee.
Coffee, brandy, anisette.
Nestled in the vibrant heart of North Beach, Original Joe's stands as a towering culinary institution in San Francisco, welcoming generations of locals and visitors alike with its timeless, old-school charm. Stepping through the doors feels like stepping back into a golden era of Italian-American dining, complete with polished service, classic white jackets, and a warm, bustling atmosphere that pulses with energy every single evening.
Patrons frequently rave about the extraordinary portion sizes and unwavering consistency across the menu. Diners consistently highlight standout favorites such as the tender veal piccata, praised for its bright and balanced lemon-caper sauce, and the rich, comforting baked lasagna. Whether you are indulging in the savory Marry Me Farfalle infused with sun-dried tomatoes and prosciutto or savoring a thick, charbroiled burger on a sourdough roll, every dish is executed with high-level precision and deep-rooted tradition.
The dining room buzzes with a lively social energy, though cozy nooks like the VIP room offer a quieter retreat for intimate celebrations. While wait times during peak holiday weekends can stretch up to an hour, guests agree that the friendly staff, prompt service, and vibrant neighborhood surroundings—including Washington Square Park just across the street—make the overall experience exceptionally rewarding. Be sure to save room for dessert; the legendary warm vanilla butter cake is a birthday highlight you will not want to miss.
552 Green St, San Francisco, CA 94133
1322 Grant Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133
725 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133
318 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133
490 Pacific Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133
531 Jackson St, San Francisco, CA 94133
Original Joe's is famous for its classic Italian-American entrees, including hand-made pastas, veal piccata, baked lasagna, steaks, and local San Francisco favorites like Joe's Special scramble.
Yes! The menu features popular pasta dishes like the Marry Me Farfalle and Fettuccine Alfredo, along with comforting starters such as Spinach Artichoke Dip and Garlic Bread.
Entrées and pasta plates at Original Joe's are famously generous in portion size. Many diners happily split dishes or take home leftovers for a satisfying second meal.
Reservations can be easily made online via OpenTable, which is highly recommended due to the restaurant's popularity and frequent evening wait times in North Beach.
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