Rocco’s Café Menu (Update 2025)

Rocco’s Café in San Francisco offers a diverse menu of Italian cuisine, breakfast, and brunch options, along with sandwiches. The restaurant provides a range of amenities, including vegan and vegetarian options, wheelchair accessibility, and outdoor seating. Customers praise the friendly service, generous portion sizes, and delicious dishes like the sourdough french toast, frittata, calamari, tiramisu, and lemon ricotta rigatoni. The new owner, Michael, has brought fresh energy to the restaurant, engaging with customers and ensuring a memorable dining experience. With a cozy ambiance and accommodating staff, Rocco’s Café is a must-visit spot for authentic Italian flavors and a welcoming atmosphere.

Breakfast

Egg Plate

eggs any style, with breakfast potatoes, your choice of bacon or sausage and your choice of toast

$19.50

Italian Omelete

egg omelete with Italian sausage, bacon, mushrooms, tomatoes, basil and provolone cheese. Served with potatoes and your choice of toast

$21.00

Veggie Omelete

egg omelete with mushrooms, tomatoes, onions, broccolini and cheddar cheese. Served with potatoes and your choice of toast

$21.00

Cheese Omelete

egg omelete with cheddar, parmesan and provolone cheese. Served with potatoes and your choice of toast

$20.50

Steak & Eggs

Tender steak served with choice of egg style, breakfast sides, and toast. Steak cooked to preferred temperature.

$34.00

Roccos Frittata

egg frittata with sausage, potatoes, tomatoes, basil, parmesan and provolone cheese. Served with potatoes and your choice of toast

$21.00

Joes Special Scramble

eggs scrambled with ground beef, garlic, onions, mushrooms and Italian kale. Served with potatoes and your choice of toast

$20.00

Taylor Ham & Cheese Egg Sandwich

New Jersey style Taylor ham, scrambled eggs and cheddar cheese on a poppyseed kaiser roll. Served with breakfast potatoes

$18.00

Grilled Polenta & Eggs

Grilled polenta with eggs. Egg options: Over Easy, Over Medium, Over Hard, Scrambled, Sunny Side Up, Poached, Egg Whites, Extra Egg.

$20.00

Breakfast Salad

poached eggs, atop an Italian kale and balsamic salad, with grilled tomatoes and avocado

$20.00

Pancake

traditional buttermilk pancakes. Option to add blueberries or chocolate chips

$18.00

French Toast

pieces of sourdough French toast. Option to add strawberries and whipped cream

$18.00

Joes Special

Ground beef sauteed with garlic, onions, mushrooms, Italian kale and egg, to hold it all together, topped with parmesan cheese

$20.00

Eggs

Side order of eggs any style

$10.00

Bacon

Side order of bacon

$9.00

Sausage

Side order of sausage

$9.00

Potatoes

Side order of Yukon Gold crushed crispy breakfast potatoes

$8.00

Side Pancake

Side order of traditional buttermilk pancake. Option to add blueberries or chocolate chips

$11.00

Side French Toast

Side order of pieces of sourdough French toast. Option to add strawberries and whipped cream

$11.00

Toast

Side order of your choice of toast, with butter

$7.00

Biscuit

Side order of buttermilk biscuit. Available on Saturday and Sunday only

$7.00

Side Fruit

Side order of seasonal fruit and berries

$9.00

SIDE Avocado

Side order of sliced avocado

$6.00

Breakfast Sides

Appetizers

Whipped Ricotta

Creamy whipped ricotta with a hint of chili flakes, served alongside crusty bread and a rosemary-infused olive oil dip.

$4.00

Bowl Of Soup

Chef-crafted soup of the day, featuring a variety of fresh ingredients. Please ask your server for today's selection.

$9.00

Cannellini Bean Salad

Cannellini beans typically mixed with fresh greens, tossed in a light garlic and olive oil dressing.

$8.00

Fried Ravioli

Crispy breaded ravioli topped with grated cheese and fresh herbs, served with a side of marinara sauce.

$12.00

Chicken Nuggets

Crispy, golden-brown chicken nuggets seasoned with a light sprinkle of herbs.

$12.00

Garlic Bread

Crisp, buttery toasted bread infused with aromatic garlic and herbs.

$12.00

Calamari

Crispy fried calamari rings with a hint of lemon, garnished with fresh herbs.

$21.00

Crispy Brussel Sprouts

Typically includes crispy bacon, balsamic glaze, and shaved parmesan cheese.

$12.00

Fried Polenta Sticks

Crispy cornmeal sticks typically served with marinara sauce for dipping.

$12.00

Garlic Fries

Crispy fries tossed in aromatic garlic and herbs.

$11.00

Regular Fries

Crispy golden fries, salted to perfection.

$10.00

Kale Cesar Salad

Crisp kale tossed with Caesar dressing, cherry tomatoes, and shaved Parmesan.

$18.00

Chopped Salad

Chopped romaine, tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots, olives, and red onions, typically tossed with a house vinaigrette.

$17.00

Farro Grain Salad

Arugula, farro, ricotta salata, olives, raisins, pine nuts, goat cheese, and lemon vinaigrette.

$18.00

Italian Antipasto Salad

House chopped romaine, Italian kale, salami, provolone cheese, tomatoes, red onions and cannelloni beans, tossed in champagne vinaigrette

$18.00

Salads

Sandwiches

Meatball Sandwich

Hearty meatball sandwich with choice of sides: fries, side salad, or no side.

$19.00

Chicken French Dip

Topped with tender chicken, served with your choice of fries, side salad, or no side.

$19.00

Eggplant Parm Sandwich

Eggplant parmesan with choice of fries, side salad, or no side. A classic Italian sandwich option.

$18.00

Chicken Parm Sandwich

Chicken Parmesan sandwich. Options: Fries, side salad, or no side.

$19.00

Prime Rib French Dip

Thinly sliced prime rib, served with au jus. Choice of fries, side salad, or no side.

$25.00

Penne Primavera HALF

Penne pasta tossed with sauted seasonal vegetables, garlic, and extra virgin olive oil.

$15.00

Baked Penne HALF

Oven-baked penne pasta with ricotta and spices.

$16.00

Shrimp Parmesan HALF

Breaded shrimp topped with tomato sauce and provolone cheese.

$17.00

Half Chicken Parm

Breaded chicken topped with marinara sauce and provolone cheese.

$17.00

Half Chicken Marsala

Sauted chicken breast with mushrooms in a marsala wine sauce.

$18.00

Half Chicken Picatta

Lightly floured chicken breast sauted with capers in a lemon white wine sauce.

$18.00

Half Lunch Sizes

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Salad

Mixed greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and olives, typically dressed with a light vinaigrette.

$0.00

Cup Soup

Housemade soup, made fresh daily. Call us for today's selection.

$0.00

Cavatelli Pesto

Cavatelli pasta typically includes basil pesto, garlic, and extra virgin olive oil.

$28.00

Penne Primavera

Penne pasta with a medley of sauted vegetables, garlic, and extra virgin olive oil, typically including zucchini, mushrooms, and tomatoes.

$26.00

Pierogi

Dumplings typically filled with potato and cheese, sauted with onions and served with sour cream.

$27.00

Baked Penne

Penne pasta in creamy tomato sauce with Italian sausage, topped with a three-cheese blend.

$27.00

Lasagna

Layered pasta with rich meat sauce, creamy bchamel, and melted cheese.

$28.00

Meatballs & Spaghetti

Homemade meatballs with marinara sauce served over al dente spaghetti, topped with parmesan cheese.

$29.00

Alfredo

Fettuccine noodles in a creamy alfredo sauce, typically featuring garlic and parmesan cheese.

$27.00

Pastas

Entrees

Shrimp Gamberino

Succulent shrimp paired with fresh pasta, garnished with sauted mushrooms, tomatoes, and basil.

$33.00

Clams & Fettuccine

Fettuccine pasta with fresh clams, sauted in a white wine and garlic sauce, typically includes herbs and lemon.

$35.00

Shrimp Parmesan

Breaded and fried shrimp with marinara sauce, topped with melted cheese, served over spaghetti.

$32.00

Lemon Caper Sole

Pan-seared sole with lemon, capers, white wine, and a touch of butter. Typically includes garlic and fresh herbs.

$34.00

Eggplant Parmesan

Elegant and savory dish made with breaded eggplant, tomato sauce, and melted cheese.

$27.00

Grilled Polenta

Typically includes prosciutto di parma, shaved parmigiano, fennel, aged balsamico, and extra virgin olive oil.

$26.00

Chicken Parmesan

Breaded and fried chicken breast topped with marinara sauce and melted provolone cheese, served over spaghetti.

$31.00

Chicken Marsala

Succulent chicken breast in a rich marsala wine and mushroom Sauce

$31.00

Chicken Picatta

Sauted chicken breast, lemon butter sauce, capers, and white wine over fresh linguine.

$31.00

Balsamic & Calabrian Chili Ribeye

Balsamic & Calabrian Chili marinated Ribeye served with Yukon Gold Smashed Potatoes & Seasonal Vegetables

$44.00

Side Fries

Crispy golden fries, perfectly seasoned, ideal as a delicious side.

$8.00

Side Veg

Sauted vegetables typically including broccoli, carrots, and zucchini, cooked with garlic and olive oil.

$8.00

Side Polenta

Polenta: Typically includes cornmeal, often baked or grilled, and may feature parmesan or gorgonzola cheese.

$8.00

Side House Salad

Crisp lettuce, tomatoes, red onions, and cucumbers topped with grated Parmesan cheese.

$8.00

Sides

Desserts

Tiramisu

Classic Italian Tiramisu, which consists of layers of coffee-soaked sponge cake and mascarpone cream topped with cocoa powder

$13.00

Chocolate Cake

Gluten and nut free dense and fudgy chocolate cake

$10.95

Spumoni

Spumoni Ice Cream cake slice, which consists of layers of vanilla & cherries, pistachio & chocolate ice cream with a cookie crumble crust

$12.00

Zeppole

Fried Italian doughnuts rolled in powder sugar served with a marsala fruit compote sauce

$12.00

Taylor Ham Benedict

New Jersey style Taylor ham and poached eggs, on an English muffin, topped with hollandaise sauce. Served with breakfast potatoes

$25.00

Shrimp Omelette

egg omelette with shrimp, mushrooms, marinara sauce and cheese. Served with breakfast potatoes

$20.95

Strawberry French Toast

pieces of sourdough French toast, topped with strawberries and marsala sweet cream

$21.00

Brunch Specials

Na Beverages

Soda

Refreshing carbonated beverage, perfect for quenching your thirst.

$5.00

Iced Tea

Chilled, Refreshing Brewed Tea, Perfectly Balanced for a Hot Day

$6.00

Arnold Palmer

Refreshing blend of iced tea and lemonade, a classic thirst quencher.

$5.00

Lemonade

Refreshing citrus beverage.

$5.00

Italian Soda

$5.95

Pellegrino

Effervescent Pellegrino Sparkling Water, Refreshing with a Crisp Finish

$7.00

Juice

A selection of fruit juices, typically including apple, tomato, grapefruit, pineapple, orange, and cranberry.

$6.00

Coffee

Freshly brewed, aromatic blend to kick-start your day.

$6.00

Iced Coffee

Chilled, refreshing brew for a revitalizing pause.

$6.50

Espresso

Espresso with choice of regular or decaf coffee.

$6.00

Latte

Coffee latte with choice of regular or decaf coffee.

$6.50

Cappuccino

Rich, creamy cappuccino. Options for regular or decaf coffee.

$6.50

Americano

Americano with choice of regular or decaf coffee.

$6.50

Mocha

Rich espresso blended with dark chocolate and steamed milk, topped with whipped cream.

$6.50

Hot Chocolate

Smooth, rich chocolate drink, perfectly steamed to warm your soul.

$5.50

Specialty Coffee Drink

Custom-roasted Italian coffee blend, typically featuring notes of rich espresso, steamed milk, and a touch of foam.

$6.00

Brown Sugar Latte

Espresso with steamed milk, sweetened with brown sugar syrup, creating a rich and creamy coffee experience.

$6.50

Milk

Fresh, cold, and creamy whole milk, perfectly refreshing and nutritious.

$6.00