The Best Authentic Sicilian Restaurants In The SF Bay Area

By: Kyrie Sismaet By: Kyrie Sismaet | December 14, 2022

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Whether you became enthralled by the beauty of Sicily seeing it as the gorgeous setting of the latest season of "The White Lotus," or just crave an authentic cultural taste of the picturesque island, here are the best Sicilian restaurants in the San Francisco Bay Area.

See also: Idyllic SF Bay Area Locations Perfect As Settings For A Season Of "The White Lotus"

San Francisco

Palermo II Delicatessen

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658 Vallejo St / (415) 937-0161 / Website

Over in North Beach is where, naturally, you'll encounter all of the most authentic tastes of every facet of Italy. For an absolutely impressive and kind experience of Sicily, the beautifully charming family-run Palermo II Delicatessen instantly transports you there and makes you feel at home with their delicious deli sandwiches and eclectic market goods.

The Gold Mirror Italian Restaurant

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800 Taraval St / (415) 564-0401 / Website

Instantly recognizable by their iconic neon sign, The Gold Mirror Italian Restaurant in the Sunset has been serving their devoted community since 1940! For over 50 years, many have consistently flocked to this elegantly cozy lounge for an irresistible taste of the Di Grande family's homestyle Chicken Parmigiana and House-Made Tortellini.

Berkeley

Lo Coco's

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1400 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley / (510) 843-3745 / Website

A short ride to Berkeley will feel like arriving on the Sicilian coast as soon as you enter Lo Coco's popular cornerstone and have a bite of their world-class pizza. Founded by Palermo immigrant Giovanni Lo Coco in 1966, he was successful in introducing the notably airy Sicilian-style pizza crusts to the Bay Area, as well as his ingenious toppings of artichoke hearts, baby clams, and eggplant, triumphantly making history that you can still brilliantly enjoy today.

Agrodolce Osteria

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1730 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley / (510) 848-8748 / Website

Serenely nestled in a warm brick building, Agrodolce Osteria couldn't get anymore comforting and swanky, especially once you taste all of their delightfully divine pastas! Sister restaurant to Trattoria La Siciliana, this cornerstone is a true familial experience renowned in the wonderfully vibrant "Gourmet Ghetto" of Downtown Berkeley.

South Bay

Sweet Sicily Italian Restaurant

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100 S Murphy Ave, Sunnyvale / (408) 733-9600 / Website

Sweet Sicily gorgeously invites you to a Sicilian vacation right in the heart of downtown Sunnyvale with their incredible desserts, luxurious atmosphere, kind familial service, and even talented live music. This charmingly elegant restaurant truly has it all- from impressive cocktails to generously flavorful dinners, and once you simply walk past their vividly brimming dessert glass case, you won't be able to resist having a mini getaway.

Dolce Sicilia Cafe

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1165 Lincoln Ave #110, San Jose / (408) 882-3953 / Website

For those with a sweet tooth, Dolce Sicilia is calling your name! All of the absolutely enchanting Italian pastries can be found here, as well as rich gelato and exceptional pasta. This is a wonderfully cute and affordable cafe that is casual, snug, and ideal for getting some work done in.

Palermo Italian Restaurant

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791 Auzerais Ave, San Jose / (408) 295-6459 / Website

San Jose's Little Italy is another culturally authentic Bay Area hotspot, and for traditional regional food on this side of Mount Etna, head under Palermo Italian Restaurant's luxurious canopy! This is a spacious venue with a radiantly pleasant patio for which to enjoy their fabulous Linguine Tutta Mare and Veal Giacoma, just look for the inviting red sign.

With these stunning and scenic eateries, you'll surely be living "La Dolce Vita" right from the Bay Area!

See also: Where To Get A Negroni Sbagliato With Prosecco In SF



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