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I live a block from SPQR and have had dinner they many times. It is one of my favorites. They do a lot of small plates. The fried Brussels sprouts are a big hit. There is also a lamb hamburger. The sausage is amazing also and they have a very good wine list. The downside is that they don't take reservations, and there is a line to fill the place at 430. It opens at 5. They do lunch also. It is very lively and a fun social scene.
Via Veneto is also very good but very formal feeling.
For something really off the beaten path, and if you want some quiet lunch or dinner with a beautiful back porch type feel, I'd try Sociale. They have duck meatballs to die for. Its is on Sacramento in an area called Presidio Heights. Also a very good wine list.
Stay away from North Beach. That is an order. It is kin to taking your daughter to see the Eiffel tower in....las vegas.
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