Nopa

Really enjoyed my dining expereince here. Loved the pork chops, nice thick cut and juicy. Would definitely go back.

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Parking is so bad here! We attempted to eat here months ago but after 30 minutes of searching, we gave up and ended up in Jtown.

So yesterday, we decided to take a cab from the marina......dropped off right in front... no more stressing out looking for a space. The restaurant actually reminds me of Bacar... well a smaller version of it. We got there at 10 and they wouldn't have a table until 11 so we just drank and ate at the bar.

The flat bread bacon pizza has a sweet cream sauce with caramelized onions....it's thin crust too just how I like it. We also ordered the little fried fish which was ok... sardine was very good especially with that sauce it came with. Okay that was all our bar food...

now to the entrees.....a thick cut piece of pork chop...perfectly cooked, seasoned and surprisingly juicy. It was definitely one of the best pork chops I've ever had! I wonder if it was because they had it in a brine or just where they got the pork from. It was juicy, moist and had just the right amount of fat. mmmm only thing I didn't like on the plate was the brussel sprouts ack!!!
The cod had a nice crispy skin but yet the fish was flaky and buttery.

At this point, I'm extremely impressed with my meal. It was almost like I just had a food orgasm as I just sit there after the meal enjoying a nice glass of red wine from France. I've heard that their menu changes often so another trip is already in the works soon.

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This place is fantastic. I always enjoy it, whether at the community table or individual seating. The elderberry drinks are delicious. Can be a bit noisy and tricky to get in at normal eating time (7-10)

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Ate at Nopa last night with another couple and thoroughly enjoyed it. Great food and hip setting ( along with a bustling bar) make it a really fun spot for a get together with friends. The bar makes fantastic cocktails - try the Old Cuban or the Hai -Q. Dinner was excellent. Standouts included the flatbread and the calamari for appetizers. Flatbread is a must! For entrees the duck really is extraordinary. It's actually lean, flavorful and juicy unlike a lot of duck dishes. The hamburger definitely gets you the most mileage for your buck - it's great. The pork chop is awesome. Halibut is fine but doesn't shine as much as the others. Dessert options are tasty but not standouts. Had the sopaipillas which are like donuts.

Definitely recommend this restaurants. One of my favorites in SF.

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Nopa is a neighborhood, "urban rustic" eatery at the corner of Divsadero and Hayes. They serve upscale, but still reasonably priced, new-American/Mediterranean fare. Their wine selection is admirable, and their bar / cocktail area is pretty nice. Service was great and the atmosphere very welcoming and low-key. I got their burger (on personal recommendation) and it was pretty tasty. Their menu changes a fair bit, but is always pretty interesting.

It's right near The Independent. Apparently the building used to be a bank (it has uber high ceilings).

I also must say, the bathroom is a bit...conceptual. Both the men and women share a common sink area. I thought it kind of different. This would be a cool weeknight or weekend spot. I saw several people on casual type dates.

I'd definitely go back.

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