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Welcome to Original Joe’s…The Best Italian Restaurant in San Francisco

Original Joe’s history runs deep, beginning in 1937 as a 14-stool counter on a sawdust covered floor, at 144 Taylor Street in San Francisco’s Tenderloin. It was opened by a Croatian immigrant, Tony Rodin, who had witnessed hunger, war and adversity—a man who landed here in search of the American Dream and…
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Original Joe's, one of the best Italian restaurants in San Francisco, began in 1937

What our patrons are saying

I love their prime rib French dip, beautifully tender meat without all the fat on a big fluffy soft roll.

First, the food is outstanding! I would honestly order anything on their menu and feel completely confident that I would love it.

Their calamari is SO GOOD, I think it's the best calamari I've EVER had. Shrimp Scampi was so delicious and I would totally get it again.

Last night provided to me the perfect setting, the perfect food and the perfect service for my birthday.

Original Joe's décor – one of the best Italian restaurants in San Francisco
You can expect excellent service at Original Joe's in our two San Francisco locations
Italian cuisine at its finest
Original Joe's restaurant is famous for its smooth cocktails and renowned Italian-American menu
Classic Italian cuisine at Original Joe's in San Francisco