We went to North Beach Italian Bistro for our anniversary. While it is not super fancy or pretentious, it was very comfortable and friendly. Everyone we came in contact with was so nice and so friendly. From the Hostess, to the bartender to the server and the food runner. Everyone was great and gave us great service. The owner and the bartender both stopped by to see how our meal was.
We ordered the calamari appetizer which was HUGH! The calamari was perfectly done and not greasy at all. Then we each had a salad. My husband had the Caesar and I had the Italian Mista. Both were excellent. For our entrees, I had the Cioppino and my husband had the Cappelini Frutti di Mare. The Cioppino was different than any nice had before. Instead of a thick tomato stew base, it was a lighter broth, but was so flavorful and full of seafood. The Fruitti diMari was also different, as it was served in a creamy white sauce, but again, it was delightful.
This is a great neighborhood Italian restaurant. We will definitely be back!