"I fell in love with this restaurant. Moving to San Francisco from New Zealand for work at the age of 23, I was a shy individual who had never dined alone, let alone lived by myself in a big city without knowing anyone locally. Arriving at noon, I checked into my AirBnB and decided to make this new city feel like home by having dinner at Panta Rei. As I approached the restaurant, I was immediately drawn to its prime corner location and the clever architecture that maximized the natural sunlight throughout the day. The Maître D' caught my eye and greeted me with a smile, offering to share his love for the food at Panta Rei. He spoke mostly in Italian, but kindly translated his recommendations into English for me. His passion and authenticity not only convinced me to dine alone, but also guided my entire meal selection. The friendly service staff made me feel welcomed, and I never felt lonely eating by myself. My absolute favorite dish was, and still is, the Tiramisu. I highly recommend not skipping this dessert during your visit, as it truly enhances the experience. Your visit to Panta Rei will be worth it, I promise."
