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Morella proudly serves some of the most popular dishes in Argentine and Italian cultures on our little corner of Chestnut and Fillmore streets in the Marina/Cow Hollow district in San Francisco.

Our name, Morella, is a derivative of the word Morel, the earthy, nutty, and rare mushroom that is prized by chefs and restaurant connoisseurs, and is featured selectively in our menu who cousins make appearances in our vibrant decor.

Morella celebrates the gastronomic influences that immigrants from European countries, particularly Spain and Italy, had on Argentinian cuisine in the decades following the mass migrations at the turn of the 20th century. Morella features traditional empanadas, wood-smoked meats, pastas and internationally inspired drinks — all meant to be enjoyed in a bright convivial space. We aim to be your favorite stop for the cuisine of either culture if you visit the Marina District in SF.

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Carbonara, Dungeness Crab Sorrentinos, Spaghetti, Gnocchi, Lamb Bolognese, Alfredo Pasta, Caprese Salad, Caesar Salad, Asado Octopus Salad, Picanha, Rib-Eye, Short-Rib, Scallops, Milanesa, Lamb Chops, Sweetbread, Burger, Empanada, Arancini, Bruschett
Carbonara, Dungeness Crab Sorrentinos, Spaghetti, Gnocchi, Lamb Bolognese, Alfredo Pasta, Caprese Salad, Caesar Salad, Asado Octopus Salad, Picanha, Rib-Eye, Short-Rib, Scallops, Milanesa, Lamb Chops, Sweetbread, Burger, Empanada, Arancini, Bruschett

Some commonly asked questions, answered.

  • We are known for both our Italian and our Argentinian dishes! Items such as our empanadas, lamb chops, house-made pastas, and our piranha steaks, are all customer favorites.

    Visit our menu tab for more information!

  • We consider ourselves an elevated casual restaurant. While we are popular for anniversaries, birthdays, and first dates, we don’t have a specific dress code and welcome customers coming through dressed casually for a night out with friends, or dressed up for date night. We want you to feel comfortable!

  • We are located at 2001 Chestnut Street, at Fillmore, both at start of the popular Chestnut Street restaurant and shopping district, as well as the Fillmore Street bar-hopping block.

  • We are located in a residential neighborhood. There is plenty of street parking available and a couple of public parking lots:

    -128 Moulton St, San Francisco, CA 94123
    -2055 Chestnut Street. San Francisco, CA 94123

    Please check signs and note no-parking dates and times.