San Francisco's Latest Restaurant Is a Time Machine to Old-School Italian Fine Dining (And We're Here for It)

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Foodies, get ready to transport your taste buds straight to the rolling hills of Tuscany without leaving Mission Bay.
Chef David Nayfeld and his Che Fico team are about to drop a culinary bomb with Via Aurelia, a massive 216-seat restaurant that’s serving up more than just another trendy dining experience.
A Tasty Journey Through Tradition
Named after an ancient Roman road, Via Aurelia isn’t just another pretentious fine dining spot. It’s Nayfeld’s love letter to old-world dining culture, complete with a jaw-dropping $225 bistecca alla Fiorentina that’ll make your wallet weep but your taste buds sing.
Beyond the Steak
This isn’t just about massive slabs of Wagyu. We’re talking handmade pastas, wood-roasted game birds, and wild boar that’ll make your Instagram followers green with envy. The menu is a love song to Tuscan cuisine, featuring everything from chanterelle custard to a tuna belly tartare that sounds like it was crafted by culinary wizards.
More Than Just a Meal
With custom booth speakers, a carefully curated wine list, and an atmosphere that’s simultaneously refined and approachable, Via Aurelia isn’t just a restaurant, it’s a statement that San Francisco’s dining scene is back and better than ever.
Reservations? Absolutely recommended. Your future self will thank you.
AUTHOR: mp
SOURCE: SFist