What to order at Che Fico

Must order
Roman-Jewish artichokes in spring, the pizza alla diavola otherwise.
Signature dishes
Pizza alla diavola, Carbonara, Roman-Jewish artichokes
Editor tip
The downstairs Che Fico Alimentari is the lunch counter with the same pasta at half the price.
CuisineItalian
Price$$$
NeighborhoodLower Pac Heights
HoursMon-Thu 17:00-21:00, Fri-Sat 17:00-22:00, Sun 17:00-21:00
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Address: 838 Divisadero St, San Francisco, CA 94117

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