Sapore Italiano

4.7

965 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 12 times today

Neighborhood gem
Charming
Good for groups

Sapore Italiano is a relaxed Italian eatery known for its tasty bread and hearty cuisine. The restaurant serves everything, from pizzas and salads, to veal scaloppine Marsala and tiger prawns with a basil and white wine sauce. Try Sapore Italiano's homemade meat lasagna or signature insalata Sapore with greens, chicken breast, raisins and sliced apples in a balsamic vinaigrette for lunch. Sapore Italiano's dinner menu includes irresistible antipasti like carpaccio Veneto with raw beef, shaved Parmesan, arugula, Dijon mustard, olive oil and lemon. The restaurant's rigatoni with ground sausage and vegetarian pizza are both standout dishes. A large wine list includes a nice variety of Italian and Californian wines. Sapore Italiano also serves gluten-free and whole wheat pastas.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Dessert
Hours of operation
Dinner Sat, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(650) 437-2422
Website
http://www.saporeitaliano.org/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Private party catering for over 20 people. Call for details.
Private party facilities
The culmination of experience, expertise, and passion for fine food has resulted in the warm atmosphere and exceptional service that is Sapore Italiano. Book your party in one of our two private rooms and we'll help you create a dining experience your guests are sure to remember.

Location
1447 Burlingame Ave, Burlingame, CA 94010
Neighborhood
Burlingame
Cross street
El Camino Real
Parking details
Metered parking is available on Burlingame Ave. and behind the restaurant. Free parking after 6:00 pm.
Public transit
Caltrain - Burlingame Station. Head West on Burlingame Ave., restaurant will be on the left side of the street. Next to Walgreens/Safeway.
Entertainment
One television located at the bar and another television upstairs in the private dining area.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Caponatina Siciliana$6.95
toasted bread topped with homemade eggplants caponata
Caprese$8.95
fresh mozzarella cheese , tomatoes and basil
Polenta con Funghi$8.95
baked polenta with champignon mushrooms and gorgonzola cheese
Carpaccio Veneto$9.95
thinly sliced raw beef, shaved parmesan cheese, arugola and dijon mustard with lemon and olive oil
Calamaretti Alla Griglia$10.50
grilled calamari over arugola salad in extra olive oil and lemon dressing
Guazzetto Di Cozze$9.95
sauteed black mussels in a light, spicy tomato sauce
Antipasto Delle Due Sicilie$16.95
an assorted plate of authentic italian appetizers.( for two people)

Insalate

Insalata Mista$6.50
mixed green salad tossed with balsamic vinaigrette
Insalata Cesare$7.50
romaine lettuce hearts with our house caesar dressing, parmesan cheese and croutons. (contains raw eggs)
Insalata Di Radicchio E Rucola$8.50
radicchio lettuce and arugola salad with goat cheese walnuts and slice of apple in balsamic vinaigrette

Pizze

Pizza Margherita$10.95
tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, fresh basil
Pizza Vegetariana$12.95
fresh vegetables, mozzarella cheese and tomato sauce
Pizza Con Salsiccia E Funghi$13.95
italian salsiccia , mushrooms, mozzarella cheese and tomato sauce

Paste E Secondi

Capellini Al Pomodoro Crudo$11.95
angel hair pasta with fresh tomatoes, garlic, basil and marinara sauce
Spaghetti Aglio E Olio$12.95
spaghetti with extra virgin olive oil, garlic and pepper aks
Fettuccine Bolognese$13.95
homemade fettuccine pasta with tomato meat sauce
Fusilli Alla Rustica$14.95
cork screw shaped pasta with ground sausage, bell pepper, green peas, andmushrooms in a tomato cream sauce
Gnocchi Di Patate Al Gorgonzola$15.95
homemade potato dumplings in a gorgonzola and parmesan cheese sauce
Ravioli Di Ricotta E Spinaci$15.95
homemade ravioli stuffed with spinach and ricotta cheese in a light tomato sauce
Sacchetto Vegetariano$14.95
homemade folded pasta stuffed with fresh vegetables and mozzarella cheese in a light tomato cream sauce
Spaghettini Alle Vongole$18.95
spaghetti pasta with fresh clams, garlic, olive oil and parsley in a light spicy white wine sauce
Pollo Alla Griglia$17.95
grilled chicken breast with herbs served with roasted potatoes vegetables
Scaloppine Al Marsala$22.95
provini veal scaloppini with marsala mushrooms sauce
Gamberoni Al Limone$19.95
sauteed tiger prawns in white wine garlic sauce and basil
Zuppa Di Pesce$21.95
seafood soup with mussels, clams, calamari, shrimps and pieces of seasonal sh in a light, spicy tomato sauce.

What 965 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.6Service
4.4Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

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Peninsula
Kid-friendly
Peninsula
Neighborhood gem

Review summary

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Sapore Italiano in Burlingame is a delightful neighborhood gem offering "excellent authentic Italian cuisine" with standout dishes like Pasta Carbonara and veal Marsala. Guests rave about the "wonderful service" and inviting atmosphere. The owner, Elio, is known for his warm hospitality, making every visit "a thoroughly enjoyable experience."

965 Reviews

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Tom
San Diego
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Good food, homey interior, price was reasonable. The stand out was the owner who made the experience exceptional with his attentiveness and hospitality. Would go back just for him, with the food being a nice bonus. He made our experience memorable and very enjoyable.
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Tenbit
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best Italian restaurant in the whole Bay Area, Bar None.
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Joseph
San Francisco
45 reviews
5.0
45 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Another great dining experience at Sapore. Excellent food and service.
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Rob
San Francisco
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always love going to Sappore. Excellent food, service and atmosphere! Elio and his team are THE BEST!
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Richard
San Francisco
56 reviews
5.0
56 reviews
Dined on October 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We always love our dinners at Sapore!! Elio is wonderful and our server Sahara is the best!! Tutti Migliore!!
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Mark
San Francisco
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on September 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was outstanding. The waitress made us feel at home. Very authentic Italian food. The owner came to each table to make sure that each customer was extremely happy. This restaurant is ideal for business and casual dinning experience. By far best experience I have had at any restaurant in the area.
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John
San Francisco
45 reviews
vip
5.0
45 reviews
Dined on September 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The pastas are amazing! And everyone who served us was excellent across the board. A thoroughly enjoyable experience.
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Sue
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and warm feeling of a local favorite spot. Highly recommend!
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dawn and jim
San Francisco
143 reviews
vip
5.0
143 reviews
Dined on August 31, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a delicious dinner here. We split a mista salad, I had chicken Marsala and my husband had rigatoni rustic o. Wonderful service, vibrant scene, both dinners very good, had leftovers. But, what incredible cannoli. Crispy shell, filling drizzled in chocolate, 4 pieces for $8. Where can you get a great dessert for that. Not many places carry cannoli any more. We will definitely be back
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Leana
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 31, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sapore is consistently excellent authentic Italian cuisine and atmosphere. Best carbonara on the peninsula, and probably in the SF Bay Area, and the bolognese sauce is also exceptional! The proprietor Elio is not only a wizard at his craft, adjusting the environment to keep Sapore afloat during the pandemic, but now continuing the "al fresco" dining as a silver lining. He has succeeded in building community in Burlingame "al modo italiano" - from having young students learn to make "pane" in his kitchen, to providing a regular meeting place for so many seniors to lunch. Bravo, Elio!
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Sapore Italiano offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (650) 437-2422.

Sapore Italiano is rated 4.7 stars by 965 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 12 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1447 Burlingame Ave, Burlingame, CA 94010

Additional information

Cross street
El Camino Real
Neighborhood
Burlingame
Hours of operation
Dinner Sat, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Dessert
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Metered parking is available on Burlingame Ave. and behind the restaurant. Free parking after 6:00 pm.
Public transit
Caltrain - Burlingame Station. Head West on Burlingame Ave., restaurant will be on the left side of the street. Next to Walgreens/Safeway.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Entertainment
One television located at the bar and another television upstairs in the private dining area.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.saporeitaliano.org/
Phone number
(650) 437-2422
Catering
Private party catering for over 20 people. Call for details.
Private party facilities
The culmination of experience, expertise, and passion for fine food has resulted in the warm atmosphere and exceptional service that is Sapore Italiano. Book your party in one of our two private rooms and we'll help you create a dining experience your guests are sure to remember.

Sapore Italiano

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Spaghettini Alle Vongole

Fettuccine Bolognese

Fettuccine AL Salmone

Antipasti

Caponatina Siciliana$6.95

Caprese$8.95

Polenta con Funghi$8.95

Carpaccio Veneto$9.95

Calamaretti Alla Griglia$10.50

Guazzetto Di Cozze$9.95

Antipasto Delle Due Sicilie$16.95

Insalate

Insalata Mista$6.50

Insalata Cesare$7.50

Insalata Di Radicchio E Rucola$8.50

Pizze

Pizza Margherita$10.95

Pizza Vegetariana$12.95

Pizza Con Salsiccia E Funghi$13.95

Paste E Secondi

Capellini Al Pomodoro Crudo$11.95

Spaghetti Aglio E Olio$12.95

Fettuccine Bolognese$13.95

Fusilli Alla Rustica$14.95

Gnocchi Di Patate Al Gorgonzola$15.95

Ravioli Di Ricotta E Spinaci$15.95

Sacchetto Vegetariano$14.95

Spaghettini Alle Vongole$18.95

Pollo Alla Griglia$17.95

Scaloppine Al Marsala$22.95

Gamberoni Al Limone$19.95

Zuppa Di Pesce$21.95

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