Cafe Zoetrope

Taking its name from the production company of legendary film creator Francis Ford Coppola, Caf Zoetrope in San Francisco, CA is tucked into the landmark Sentinel Building. A European style caf, it offers authentic Italian fare in an unforgettable setting. It also serves up wine from Coppola's vineyard to work perfectly with the dishes.

The menu at Caf Zoetrope is perfect for a family or...

During the Sinful Hour (Tuesday to Friday, from 3pm to 6pm), all well drinks are $4.

For parties of four or more, reservations are advised.

"Don't be surprised" if you see owner Francis Ford Coppola himself "relaxing at one of the outdoor tables" of this "cute" North Beach Italian where you can order "pretty much any" of the filmmaker's wines to accompany midpriced fare such as "wonderful thin-crust pizza", "delicious" pastas and "dreamy" desserts; a "friendly" staff completes the "delightful" vibe.

Francis Ford Coppola is seen so often sipping wine at a sidewalk table in the café of the historic Sentinel building that it has been referred to as his personal café. And it actually is, since he owns it and the American Zoetrope production company housed upstairs. An assemblage of pastas, pizzas, sandwiches and small plates conspire to be vaguely rustic, vaguely Italian. The small-plates menu...

In Short
This Parisian-style cafe sits beneath Coppola's film offices in the gorgeous Sentinel Building. With heated sidewalks and gray awnings, outdoor dining is a pleasure year-round....

Cafe Zoetrope, San Francisco, CA. 2,152 likes · 19 talking about this · 13,589 were here. Francis Ford Coppola’s European cafe offers authentic Italian cuisine and award-winning wines, located in the...