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The Stinking Rose
Italian Restaurant$$$$
North Beach, San Francisco
"You have to try the garlic ice cream, it's unique and delicious."(27 Tips)
"Definitely try the Bagna Calda, absolutely delicious."(8 Tips)
"40 clove chicken"(5 Tips)
"It's quirky and unusual but a lot of fun for garlic lovers."(5 Tips)
186 Tips and reviewsFilter:
- bagna calda
- garlic
- prime rib
- good for dates
- hot tubs
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Gail HughesFebruary 28, 2013It was a great place. Atmosphere, food and Cakebread Chardonnaybia the best. Can't wait to come back!!
Ali AndersonNovember 30, 2014Very touristy but still pulls off awesome Italian dishes; lives up to the garlic reputation.
Mike WinstonJune 5, 2015Do yourself a favor – turn around a leave right now. Yes, everything's got garlic, but nothing at this expensive, kitchy, tourist trap is actually very good. Read more on WinstonWanders below! Read more
Ryan KJanuary 7, 2015Garlic everything! You think it wouldn't be good but it's a must try. Everything works!
Diana H.April 12, 2011If you love garlic & are in SF you have to try The Stinking Rose! SO good, just make sure all going with you love garlic too!
Kush ShuklaMay 1, 2010This is my favorite San Francisco restaurant. If you love garlic, garlic & garlic, then this is the 1 for U. It will definitely keep vampires away and also your lover!! Read more
Juan VargasNovember 2, 2012Great place, great food!! Everything's delicious. Garlic soaking in a hot tub is a must
Sole AngelFebruary 2, 2020If you like garlic, this is your place. Huge plate, good service, a bit loud inside.
SylviaJuly 2, 2012For garlic lovers, this is the place to go and dine. Don't miss their special bagna calda!
Wine, a big Italian meal and a triple espresso here never fail to result in happiness.
Marie-Dominique RémionAugust 28, 2011The place is unbelievable! The lamb is good, the porc is absolutely exquisite! You need to have a taste of this!
Love this place! We can't make a trip to the Bay Area without having dinner here.
- J JohnJune 15, 2022The bolognese sauce tastes fresh out of a Ragu jar; embarrassingly sweet & bland. Tough to communicate with waitstaff when they can't understand what "bread & garlic spread" means in English.
Stuart R.January 3, 2012Deeeeeelish!!! Great vegan and vegetarian options. Tip: Not a restaurant for first dates. With that kinda breath, you won't get no play.
Jasmine DouvilleFebruary 12, 2013I've been coming here for years... Expensive but if you love garlic this is your place!- Casey StutzmanOctober 23, 2011This place is awesome! 40 clove chicken is amazing and they have the best muscles I have ever had!
Karissa LozenskiSeptember 17, 2012This place is no joke when it comes to garlic. The food was delicious, but warning, I tasted garlic for the rest of the night.
Naren NaidooSeptember 24, 2012Try the Garlic Brie - Brie wheel baked with garlic and served with herb crostini
Joseph TinnerFebruary 3, 2015Came here for lunch on a Tuesday. Hardly anyone here. Service was a C-. Food was a B. Ambience was B+ Check was pricey.
Christina Lopez BellOctober 26, 2013The Gilroy Garlic Ice Cream w/chocolate mole sauce is incredible.
Charlie PenaflorOctober 7, 2011Order #40: The 40-Clove Chicken. Before you leave, buy some garlic-flavored condoms. Don't use it though. You may never be intimate with your significant other again.
Tim BryanOctober 10, 2009Italian Anyone? Stinking Rose is an amazing restaurant in Little Italy - The Stinking Rose is a reference to a full head of traditional Italian roasted Garlic. Not cheap - but completely worth the pr
Benjamin RoodmanAugust 15, 2015You're body will reject all the garlic fun in a few hours and the next morning.
Taylor PeckJune 15, 2011The braised pork rib was amazing. Melts in your mouth and is definitely worth coming back for!
- Greyhawk68September 9, 2016Try the Artichoke Ravioli With Red Pepper Bacon Sauce (via @Foodspotting)
Kevin KnutsonOctober 26, 2014The 40 clove chicken is amazing--just don't breathe on your friends after eating it.
Amanda YAugust 6, 2011Make reservations or be prepared to wait. The entrees are huge and everything tastes good.
Dawn RogersOctober 4, 2011Have the Chicken and Asparagus!! It is amazing!!!!!! Also try the Garlic Wine
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It’s chic to reek at this world famous dining mecca where they flavor the garlic with food. Colorful theme rooms & casual fun.
Closed until Noon (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- Noon–8:30 PM
(415) 781-7673
View menu on https://www.thestinkingrose.com/menu1.html
Features
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Free
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
Music
No
Dining Options
Bar Service, Take-out
Restroom
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Lunch, Dinner, Dessert
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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