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Alta CA

Alta CA

(Now Closed)
New American Restaurant$$$$
Civic Center, San Francisco
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  • Josh M.heart icon on user image
    Josh MateoApril 11, 2015
    Surprisingly good schnitzel. Looked like deconstructed ramen which makes so sense
  • JoAnne K.heart icon on user image
    JoAnne KaoDecember 11, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Great manhattans. Awesome bartenders. Go!
  • tablehopper
    tablehopperAugust 3, 2014
    The cracked wheat porridge is quickly becoming a cult classic, don't miss it, even if it sounds boring.
  • Mark D.heart icon on user image
    Mark DregerFebruary 15, 2014
    Burger was amazing – perfect seasoning and the sesame bun. You won't regret it.
  • Tom🐳 L.heart icon on user image
    Tom🐳 LimongelloJanuary 22, 2015
    Try the pork trotter, cheeseburger, or onion soup. Leave room for the sundae.
  • Thijs N.heart icon on user image
    Thijs NiksNovember 9, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Simple but super tasteful American dishes and great cocktails!
  • Thanh T.heart icon on user image
    Thanh TranFebruary 29, 2016
    Must try: Pork trotter, beef tendon puff and the soft serve.
  • John Q.
    John QuintanaJune 7, 2014
    Try the hard boiled eggs and let the bartenders make something spectacular for you.
  • Monyrath T.
    Monyrath TithApril 5, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    The service is definitely hit or miss.Coupled with average favorite dishes and you leave wondering, "Why?" That and it's not a strong menu, few standout items, but rounded full menu it is not.
  • Katherine C.heart icon on user image
    Katherine ChanApril 14, 2016
    Beef tendon puff and Baklava soft serve ice cream!
  • Clareheart icon on user image
    ClareSeptember 30, 2015
    Beef tendon puffs and chocolate chip cookies are awesome
  • Lee S.
    Lee ShepJanuary 16, 2014
    Really tasty food. I can't wait to go back for seconds.
  • Alex P.heart icon on user image
    Alex PriestSeptember 22, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Stay late for the snow ball fight with Aaron (usually just before closing). Winner gets shots.
  • Lillian Y.
    Lillian YoungSeptember 28, 2014
    Great burger and it's just a few blocks from the City Hall.
  • Chloe C.heart icon on user image
    Chloe CondonMay 16, 2016
    Love the playlist here 🎶 classy food and 80s jams!
  • Michael B.
    Michael BDecember 12, 2013
    Great atmosphere and creative food. Portions on the smaller side.
  • Brad T.heart icon on user image
    Brad TDecember 18, 2013
    Great food. Black cod was awesome. Service still has some kinks tho. Lil slow.
  • Michaelheart icon on user image
    MichaelJanuary 18, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    They hide some really good warm chocolate chip cookies for dessert here.
  • Mitch C.heart icon on user image
    Mitch ColleranDecember 21, 2014
    The cocktails are fantastic and the burger didn't disappoint.
  • Sean D.heart icon on user image
    Sean DowdallMarch 11, 2015
    Deviled eggs, bialy and schnitzel
  • pixarinaheart icon on user image
    pixarinaFebruary 12, 2017
    cosy and delicious, modern comfort.
  • Cat R.
    Cat ReynoldsMarch 27, 2014
    Great Cocktails! Try the Pigs Trotter. Yum yum.
  • Campbell M.
    Campbell MacdonaldJune 3, 2016
    Order the vieux carré. They know how to pour.
  • DSquirrely
    DSquirrelyApril 12, 2014
    Great cocktails and amazing service. The food wasn't memorable.
  • MLO
    MLOMarch 26, 2014
    Pay with Cover. Fast, easy, and removed any awkwardness of who's picking up the tab.
  • Mattin N.
    Mattin NobliaMarch 5, 2014
    Pork trotter, beef tendon
  • tablehopper
    tablehopperAugust 3, 2014
    If you're in the mood for a burger, here's one to help. Bacon included.
  • T Z.heart icon on user image
    T ZOctober 10, 2015
    Pork Trotter = delicious
  • travel4food
    travel4foodApril 10, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Beef tendon puffs. Nothin else to add.
  • Jessica H.
    Jessica HerbstOctober 23, 2014
    The pumpkin pierogis were amazing!!
  • Vincent S.
    Vincent SiaoJanuary 8, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    baklava in a waffle cup is life changing.
  • Sharon T.heart icon on user image
    Sharon TsaoDecember 3, 2015
    The burger is very good! The fries is only okay...
  • Daveheart icon on user image
    DaveMay 31, 2015
    The beef stroganoff is fantastic
  • Ben R.heart icon on user image
    Ben RussoMarch 30, 2015
    Great deviled eggs and drinks.
  • James T.heart icon on user image
    James TFebruary 1, 2017
    The burger 🍔 is phenomenal
  • Vivian W.heart icon on user image
    Vivian WangAugust 16, 2015
    Good pig trotters and cocktails. The beef stroganoff was a bit dry. Overall good food but pricey.
  • Marisa F.heart icon on user image
    Marisa FaganApril 25, 2014
    Don't google "trotter", just order it. It's amazing!
  • Cover
    CoverMay 8, 2014
    Pay with Cover to skip waiting for the check and easily split the bill with your friends.
  • Nimalan M.heart icon on user image
    Nimalan MahendranSeptember 14, 2015
    Pork trotter is pretty amazing
  • cass l.
    cass lavalleMarch 13, 2014
    get the boulevardier if you're a bourbon fan!
  • Pete S.
    Pete SchirmerFebruary 5, 2014
    if you're curious about the Curious George- please allow me to ruin it for you: it tastes like pickled egg
  • Pueblo Viejo Tequila
    Pueblo Viejo TequilaMarch 28, 2016
    The Easter colors reflect in a Margarita mixed with Pueblo Viejo. Get yours here at Alta CA!
  • Dapper D.heart icon on user image
    Dapper DinerDecember 14, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Get the bialys and pastrami.
  • Mark M.heart icon on user image
    Mark MunroAugust 3, 2016
    Deviled eggs and smoked salmon salad.
  • Andre C.heart icon on user image
    Andre CamaraDecember 20, 2014
    Good burgers and awkward service.
  • Adam G.heart icon on user image
    Adam GreenbergMay 17, 2014
    Order food. Seriously. Point and its good
  • chinaheart icon on user image
    chinaJuly 10, 2014
    The cocktails are hella good.
  • Jack P.heart icon on user image
    Jack PhillipsDecember 9, 2016
    Chopped winter vegetable salad
  • Andrew S.heart icon on user image
    Andrew SeignerJanuary 6, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    Get the burger!
  • Em C.
    Em CApril 3, 2014
    Tendon puffs nope. Good chilled soup. Pricey very very for what it offered and prob wouldn't go back.
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