Welcome to The Sausage Factory
At The Sausage Factory, located in the vibrant Castro district of San Francisco, we celebrate a rich tradition of authentic Italian cuisine. Born from a passion for hearty, homemade meals, this beloved restaurant has become a staple for locals and visitors alike. Guests rave about our signature dish, the Fatt Matt pizza, featuring a crispy thin crust topped with fresh ingredients that burst with flavor. Experience the comforting atmosphere, enhanced by attentive service and a warm community vibe. Whether you’re indulging in our creamy lasagna or savoring a vibrant salad, The Sausage Factory offers a delightful culinary experience that feels like home.
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517 Castro St San Francisco, CA 94114 United States Hotline: (415) 626-1250
Welcome to The Sausage Factory, a beloved culinary institution nestled in the vibrant heart of the Castro District in San Francisco. This cozy eatery is not just about hearty meals; it’s about creating a welcoming space for families, friends, and food lovers alike. With its charming décor and rich history, it offers a unique experience that makes dining here feel like a nostalgic trip through time.
The Sausage Factory boasts an extensive menu that celebrates Italian-American cuisine, ranging from mouthwatering pizzas to luscious pastas and refreshing salads. Customers have raved about specialties such as the Fatt Matt pizza, which combines a perfectly thin crust with fresh toppings like sausage, pepperoni, jalapeño, and garlic, making every bite a delightful explosion of flavors. Reviews highlight the quality and care evident in each dish, like the generous portions of lasagna swimming in sauce and cheese, or the crispy Chicken Parmigiana served with a side of al dente penne, showcasing the heartwarming essence of home-cooked Italian meals.
- Convenient Location: Situated at 517 Castro St, San Francisco, the restaurant is easily accessible, with options for street parking.
- Versatile Dining Options: Whether you're in the mood for a sit-down meal, takeout, or catering for a special event, The Sausage Factory covers your needs.
- Welcoming Atmosphere: With covered outdoor seating and a lively interior adorned with photos of old San Francisco, it provides the perfect backdrop for any occasion.
- Inclusive Facilities: The restaurant takes pride in being wheelchair accessible and open to all, including furry friends, with dog-friendly outdoor seating.
- Payment Flexibility: Offering a variety of payment options like Apple Pay, Venmo, Zelle, and cash, dining here is convenient and hassle-free.
Service at The Sausage Factory often receives accolades, with attentive staff who ensure that every visit is enjoyable, even during busy hours. Whether it’s a casual dinner with friends or a family gathering, you'll find the ambiance warm and inviting. Patrons like Laurie C. have described their experience as “really delicious” and “clearly homemade,” while others have found it to be a family staple thanks to its consistency and quality.
If you’re in search of authentic, no-frills Italian dining in a casual setting, The Sausage Factory is not just a restaurant; it’s a charming slice of San Francisco's culinary landscape that you won't want to miss. So grab your friends, indulge in their delectable offerings, and create memories that you'll fondly savor long after your meal is over.
Really delicious! Food was fresh and clearly homemade. Feels like an institution in SF. Wine was good too.
The Fatt Matt is my go to pizza, it is absolutely delicious--crispy, with a perfectly thin crust and fresh ingredients (Sausage, pepperoni, onion, jalapeño, olive, garlic) that really stood out. The flavors were rich and well-balanced, and you could tell everything was made with care. I highly recommend this place if you're looking for authentic Italian food paired with top-notch service. Can't wait to return!
these folks are a bit of a sleeper. It's on Castro so it's a little hard to park but for food and for a great place to meet people there's a great back room. You can rent out food decent staff is very attentive. I would suggest this is one of the great sleepers in San Francisco. Check it out.
Known and have come here since I was a kid, and since it's been about a year since my last visit, I'm long overdue my friends. The pizza is AWESOME, but tonight I'm going for the penne pasta w/ sausage & demi glase, with the arugula salad (Delish).... Definitely Old School Castro Restaurant, and we'll never leave here hungry, or without a nice TIP, because the staff are all beautiful people, serving beautiful food....
I had such a great experience at this restaurant. Service was great and the food was amazing. My friends and I visited on the day of a huge parade and although the restaurant was busy, the servers were kind and our food was brought out promptly. This is a great place to go for a nice sit down meal, the interior is very cozy and lively, I honestly could have sat there for hours. As a group, we ordered pizza and two different pastas and they were all delicious. I don't think you can go wrong with anything on the menu. I would definitely revisit if in the area, you should too. :)
Huge portions. I did not care for the pasta sauce on my seafood pasta dish and therefore only ate the seafood. The service was astonishing for our large party (of 18.)
With the way some people talk about how good "authentic" Italian food is relative to its American descendants, you might almost think the Italian-American population was exiled across the Atlantic Ocean. The Sausage Factory stands as a good antidote against this kind of snobbery and a testament to the vigour of American-Italian cooking. You get large portions of hearty food for old-school prices. I liked the lasagna, which was swimming in tomato sauce and cheese. One complaint: the meat could've been better seasoned, but with the generous amounts of sauce, it was almost an afterthought for me.
This place has become a family staple. I will continue to revisit this place and post new photos because the inside is a vibe and the food is superb. I love that the walls are decorated with black and white photos of old San Francisco! I've had the same server each time and he is a clearly seasoned veterans of the restaurant. Both he and the hosts are intently attentive, even with being a full house on an early Sunday evening. This place is an amazing must! Ten stars
In a world with overly bougie uni pasta served in small portions, this red sauce joint is a welcome time capsule. Serving up all the comfort classics along the pasta, pizza and calzone spectrum. Conveniently located in the heart of the Castro and reasonably priced (for San Francisco), this is a reliable neighborhood go-to. Alan's Garlic Bread: This really sets the standard for garlic bread. Buttery garlicky spread soaked into the bread, covered in gooey mozzarella and then some extra slices of garlic on top for another zing. Paired with marinara sauce, so it can be pizza-like. I could seriously make a meal out of this. Chicken Parmigiana w/ Penne: The menu lists potatoes and veggies as the sides, but you can get pasta substituted. Which is exactly what I did since I wanted the full nona homecooked experience. The chicken cutlet was crispy and thick, with ample amounts of mozzarella on top. Generous amount of sauce on both the chicken and the al dente penne. Extremely filling and tasty. Lasagna: Generous amounts of sauce and mozzarella on top, which is so nice. I hate when places just give you a reheated cube. Underneath all that wet stuff is many layers of pasta sheets, cheese and meats. Another great comfort food.