Esperpento - San Andreas

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Esperpento

Esperpento
4.1 / 5 (5711 reviews)

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Esperpento, a beloved hole-in-the-wall spot in San Francisco, offers delicious Spanish cuisine in a cozy and inviting atmosphere. The food, especially the paella, is top-notch and the sangria is a must try. The menu is varied, with options for everyone including those with dietary restrictions. Service is friendly and efficient, allowing for a relaxed and enjoyable dining experience. While some customers have had issues with pricing discrepancies, the overall consensus is that Esperpento is a gem worth visiting with friends and family to enjoy a wide range of delectable dishes.

Last update: 06.03.2026 from: Khim

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★ 4.1 / 5 from 5711 reviews
andrew-455
31.07.2023

One of the best hole in the wall spots that you’ll find in San Francisco definitely come here with a group of friends/family where you can try out a whole bunch of options because everything is delicious. I’d highly recommend the oxtail since that was my favorite dish here.

mari-42
31.07.2023

I loved their Paella, the dipping sauce for the bread, their Sangria is super tasty. Very reasonably priced! The service was great. Very welcoming and warm, Spanish guitar playing, candles on the tables, a rustic look. Bring you vaccine proof if you want to dine inside. I will be coming back with friends to try more of their meals.

john-838
31.07.2023

Old school Mission vibe and hearty Spanish food. Prices are very good for tapas. I had the Ropa Vieja. Nice outdoors spot on the sidewalk too.

khim-bhadur-oli
06.03.2026

Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

alex-pereira-doctor3
06.03.2026

The paella fell a bit short for me—the flavor profile didn’t quite land, and they’re using an alternate grain instead of traditional bomba rice. That said, the almejas, chorizo, gambas, and mejillones were excellent, and absolutely worth ordering. Despite the paella miss, this is still one of the more authentically Spanish spots in the city, and I’ll definitely be back to explore the rest of the menu. In my experience, most places around here struggle with paella—there simply aren’t many Spanish chefs—but I appreciate that this kitchen aims for the real thing. Definitely miss zarzuela. Price per person: $30–50 Food: 4 Service: 3 Atmosphere: 3 Recommended dishes: Tortilla De Patata, Gambas Al Ajillo, Rabbit

FAQ

At 568, you'll find the stop Muni-21st St, from which you also have access to the municipal transportation.

There is a TV / screen on-site where sports events are broadcast.

The place accepts the common credit cards.

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