Highly recommended
3 critic mentions
Updated August 2026
Critic Recognition
EaterEaterEssential2023-06-15
“Classic Italian-American seafood spot in North Beach known for its traditional cioppino and old-school atmosphere.”
Read the source →Diners, Drive-Ins & DivesDiners, Drive-Ins & DivesTV Spotlight2008-03-14
Season 2, Episode 8
“Featured for their legendary cioppino and fresh Dungeness crab at this North Beach Italian seafood institution.”
Read the source →Time OutTime OutBest New Restaurant2023-10-26
“Timeout lists Sotto Mare as a notable seafood restaurant in San Francisco.”
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At a glance
- Price
- $$
- Google rating
- 4.6 ★
- Critic mentions
- 3