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Welcome To Alimentari Aurora
Welcome to Alimentari Aurora, a delightful gem nestled in Potrero Hill, San Francisco. Our story is one of passion and dedication to quality. Led by Chef Dario, we pride ourselves on meticulously curated ingredients and innovative dishes. Our rotating paninis and exquisite sourdough focaccia, crafted through a unique 72-hour fermentation process, are simply irresistible. We embrace a welcoming atmosphere where you can indulge in daily specials, savor authentic Italian sodas, or explore our delightful deli selection. Whether dining al fresco, taking out, or relaxing with friends, Alimentari Aurora offers a memorable culinary experience that’s worth the journey. Join us for a taste of Italy!
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Alimentari Aurora
Welcome to Alimentari Aurora, a delightful addition to the vibrant culinary scene of San Francisco, nestled at 1415 18th St, San Francisco, CA 94107. This charming deli is not just a local eatery; it embodies the spirit of Italian traditions infused with modern culinary artistry. With every visit, you’re not just treated to a meal, but rather an experience that transports you to the heart of Italy.
One of the standout features of Alimentari Aurora is its commitment to quality and freshness. Chef Dario, the mastermind behind the kitchen, is fervently passionate about sourcing the finest ingredients. His obsession with culinary excellence shines through, particularly in the renowned sourdough focaccia. This delicacy, crafted through a meticulous three-day fermentation process, tantalizes the taste buds with its perfectly balanced sour flavor. It’s no wonder customers rave about it being superior to other famous San Francisco bakeries.
- Daily Specials: Look out for their enticing daily specials that offer something new and delightful for every visit.
- Paninis: Choose from rotating flavor profiles that ensure each bite is loaded with savory goodness, perfectly crafted to satisfy your lunchtime cravings.
- Italian Sodas: Don't miss their refreshing Italian sodas, another beloved item that has garnered numerous accolades from repeat patrons.
Customer reviews echo the sentiment of this being a “hidden gem.” Victor Lambert notes that the paninis consistently impress with their flavor, while others, like Anna Lisa Gentile, appreciate the nostalgic ambiance and personalized service that reminds them of childhood visits to delis. This is indeed a place where you can chat with the owner, share your love for unique cheeses like caciocavallo, and actually have your recommendations taken to heart.
But Alimentari Aurora is more than just a deli. The thoughtfully curated assortment of high-quality Italian products—ranging from artisanal cheeses and charcuterie to gourmet oils—perfectly complements the cozy atmosphere. It’s a feast for the senses where you can explore and take home a piece of Italy.
If you’re ever in the vicinity, make sure to indulge your taste buds at Alimentari Aurora. Whether enjoying a leisurely lunch in the parklet or grabbing a meal to-go, the delightful offerings here ensure that you’ll leave with not just a full stomach, but a heart brimming with joy and anticipation for your next visit.
“ Come here for lunch! The panini is a rotating flavor but its always super tasty. They know how to make the best lunch on the street. Check out the deli while you wait, its very curated and everything there is high quality and vetted by the staff. Its a great spot, I would travel from far away to shop here. ”
“ Their sandwiches and Italian sodas are the most delicious!!it is a hidden gem,loved it and cant wait to come back to try more things! ”
“ Joe Flimflam was at the Alimentari Aurora, and I was right across the street at the bookstore hoping to see the signed copy of the Magna Carta theyve got on display, and all the sudden the hunger pains hit, and they hit hard! Well, a person can always see an original King John signed document from 1215 ...But not everyone can nab a perfect sandwich from Alimentari Aurora! ”
“ This is a cute little deli and Italian grocery store tucked in Potrero Hill. You can enjoy the daily kitchen specials in the parklet or get takeout to enjoy at home. This is one of my favorite spots for satisfying focaccia cravings. What makes it special is Chef Darios obsession with quality ingredients and no shortcuts. The sourdough has a beautiful sour taste thats a result of a 3 day fermentation process I dont know of any other focaccias that are proofer, rested and allowed to ferment for 72 hours, except some mad scientist home bakers. I find this better than Liguria bakery, the OG of San Francisco focaccia, and that speaks to the quality and flavors that Chef Dario is able to create. The sourdough focaccia is thick and satisfying but not dense. Its usually served during the weekend, for dinner, and comes in 3 different types herbed, pizza and one with meat fine Italian speck. I order it online on their website and probably commit blasphemy by toasting it for a couple minutes. For lunch they serve 2 kinds of paninis one meaty and another veggie. I havent tried the panini yet but thats my next quest. It looked delicious in the Yelp pics. I was fortunate to sample some excellent funky cheese that they sell in the store along with charcuterie, Calabrian chili oil, olives and many other curated specialty items. Chef Dario is the nicest guy and knows his tradecraft. I was impressed when he mentioned the gelato and pizza places I loved in Bologna. Ask him for some recommendations or from his excellent staff, who recommended the most unique cheese that I have ever sampled. I hope their oven gets repaired soon as I am craving my weekly fix of sourdough focaccia. Be warned its very very very addictive, and I dont use my verys very often. ”
“ Adorable little place, that really reminds me of little delis from my childhood. I was really happy to find caciocavallo, one of my favorite cheeses and to have a nice chat with the owner. Totally recommended ”
“ Great place to get a quality sandwich for lunch. They pressed the sandwiches in a panini press so theyre warm but not too toasted. Just right! They also have a very secluded feeling outdoor seating area or front, but no indoor seating. ”
“ Wonderful neighborhood Italian delicatessen and Italian specialty shop. The weekly sandwiches are creative and amazing, you should definitely come and enjoy one. They have a beautiful shaded and spacious parklet for outdoor seating. In the evening, Alimentari Aurora partners with the adjacent wine shop to do an apericena service. All highly recommended! ”
“ This is a cute little gem that I discovered on a stroll through the Potrero Hill neighborhood. I ended up walking in and talking to the people working. They recommended some new cheeses for me to try. The cheeses were so yummy and a great ... ”