San Francisco
Chao Pescao

Chao Pescao

Eat Local in San Francisco

4.2 499 Google reviews

+1 415 621 22 00272 McAllister St, San Francisco, California 94102 · Civic Center

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272 McAllister St, San Francisco, California 94102

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About

Chao Pescao is a casual Latin Caribbean restaurant from longtime San Francisco restaurateur Rene Denis inspired by his Cuban-Colombian heritage. The name, translating roughly to “see you later alligator,” captures the friendly and fun spirit of the restaurant. Cocktails are inspired by many of the traditional drinks from Latin America, while the food pulls from the comforting Cuban and Colombian home cooking of Denis’s childhood. The menu is rounded out with other Latin American favorites with particular emphasis on dishes designed for delivery.

Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
11:30 AM to 8:30 PM
Wednesday
11:30 AM to 8:30 PM
Thursday
11:30 AM to 8:30 PM
Friday
11:30 AM to 8:30 PM
Saturday
11:30 AM to 8:30 PM
Sunday
Closed

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