Capo’s

Address
641 Vallejo St
San Francisco,CA94133United States Get Directions
Phone 415-986-8998
Website https://sfcapos.com/
Vibe: Old-School Chicago Mob House | Deep-Dish Temple | Whiskey-Forward Hideout
Capo’s is a beloved North Beach Italian‑American pizza house and bar from 13‑time World Pizza Champion Tony Gemignani. Tucked along historic Vallejo Street, it feels like a love letter to Prohibition‑era Chicago and gritty 1930s San Francisco—heavy front doors, deep leather booths, dim lighting, and portions big enough to make the whole table lean back and smile. It’s the kind of room where you half‑expect to see a fedora on the coat hook and a newspaper folded over a stiff drink.
Live music & atmosphere
The interior leans intimate and clubby, with exposed brick, tufted red banquettes, and period details like a restored 1937 cash register and a “secret” phone booth. The focal points are the glowing wood‑fired oven and a polished bar lined with more than a hundred bottles of whiskey and rye, giving the space an almost speakeasy feel. In the warmer months, Thursday‑night live music sets up just outside the front door from 6–9pm, with rotating local bands that nail the Old Vegas, Rat Pack‑adjacent energy of the dining room.
Food
Capo’s is all about Chicago‑style indulgence, built around four distinct crusts: Deep Dish, Stuffed, Cast Iron pan, and ultra‑crispy Cracker Thin. Signature pies like The Dillinger—stacked with smoked mozzarella, lemon, and horseradish—show why the place racks up awards, balancing richness with bright, sharp flavors. Beyond pizza, expect hearty, old‑school Italian‑American fare sized for sharing and leftovers.
Drinks
The bar program is centered on bourbon and rye, with a list curated to stand up to the kitchen’s heavy, savory flavors. Cocktails skew classic and unapologetically strong—think mid‑century standards executed with care rather than modern showpieces. Whether you’re ordering a neat pour, a two‑ingredient highball, or a simple stirred drink, the glass in your hand feels like part of the room’s throwback story.
Details that define the room
• Exposed brick, red leather booths, a restored 1937 cash register, and a hidden phone booth that sell the Prohibition‑era fantasy.
• Four different Chicago‑style crusts and a multi‑award‑winning Dillinger pie that has become a calling card.
• Over 100 whiskies, with a focus on bourbon and rye poured in classic, no‑nonsense fashion.
• Seasonal Thursday‑night live music outside the front door, extending the atmosphere onto Vallejo Street.
• A quieter, slightly tucked‑away location that makes Capo’s feel like a neighborhood secret just off the main North Beach drag.
Categories: North Beach

Events at this venue

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  • Jose Simioni: Live Music Thursday at Capo’s

    Live Music at Capo’s
    Capo's 641 Vallejo St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    North Beach guitarist and composer Jose Simioni brings his guitar-led blend of blues, jazz, and improvisational roots music to Capo’s.  Simioni is a familiar presence at The Saloon, Tupelo, and...

    Free

  • Peter Lindman: Live Music Thursday at Capo’s

    Live Music at Capo’s
    Capo's 641 Vallejo St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Peter Lindman brings a relaxed singer-songwriter set to Capo’s patio, playing a mix of original songs and covers rooted in the glorious sixties. He frequently collaborates with guitarist Roger Rocha...

    Free

  • Peter Lindman: Live Music Thursday at Capo’s

    Live Music at Capo’s
    Capo's 641 Vallejo St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Peter Lindman brings a relaxed singer-songwriter set to Capo’s patio, playing a mix of original songs and covers rooted in the glorious sixties. He frequently collaborates with guitarist Roger Rocha of 4 Non Blondes, and at Capo’s the music is typically presented as a casual 6–9 PM dinner accompaniment in the restaurant’s North Beach setting.

    Free

  • Jose Simoni

    Capo's 641 Vallejo St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Jose Simioni performs live at Capo’s during the SF Pizza, Bagel & Beer Festival weekend, providing guitar-driven music from 4–7 PM after the festival. Capo’s opens its bar early at 4 PM, with dinner service beginning at 4:30 PM.

    Free

  • Jose Simioni: Live Music Thursday at Capo’s

    Live Music at Capo’s
    Capo's 641 Vallejo St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    North Beach guitarist and composer Jose Simioni brings his guitar-led blend of blues, jazz, and improvisational roots music to Capo’s.  Simioni is a familiar presence at The Saloon, Tupelo, and Belle Cora, known for adaptable small-group performances that balance soulful blues phrasing with jazz fluency.

    Free

  • High Noon Drifters

    Live Music at Capo’s
    Capo's 641 Vallejo St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Join us on the patio at Capo’s for live music 6-9pm with the High Noon Drifters. Come grab a slice and support live music in San Francisco.

    Free

  • The Good Bad

    Live Music at Capo’s
    Capo's 641 Vallejo St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Join us on the patio at Capo’s for live music 6-9pm with the Good Bad. Come grab a slice and support live music in San Francisco.

    Free

  • Jose Simioni

    Live Music at Capo’s
    Capo's 641 Vallejo St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Join us on the patio at Capo’s for live music 6-9pm with Jose Simioni. Come grab a slice and support live music in San Francisco.

    Free

  • Live Music at Capo’s

    Live Music at Capo’s
    Capo's 641 Vallejo St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Join us on the patio at Capo’s for live music 6-9pm with rotating local bands. Come grab a slice and support live music in San Francisco.

    Free

  • Live Music at Capo’s

    Live Music at Capo’s
    Capo's 641 Vallejo St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Join us on the patio at Capo’s for live music 6-9pm with rotating local bands. Come grab a slice and support live music in San Francisco.

    Free

  • Live Music at Capo’s

    Live Music at Capo’s
    Capo's 641 Vallejo St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Join us on the patio at Capo’s for live music 6-9pm with rotating local bands. Come grab a slice and support live music in San Francisco.

    Free

  • Live Music at Capo’s

    Live Music at Capo’s
    Capo's 641 Vallejo St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Join us on the patio at Capo’s for live music 6-9pm with rotating local bands. Come grab a slice and support live music in San Francisco.

    Free

  • High Noon Drifters

    Live Music at Capo’s
    Capo's 641 Vallejo St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Join us on the patio at Capo’s for live music 6-9pm with the High Noon Drifters. Come grab a slice and support live music in San Francisco.

    Free

  • Live Music at Capo’s

    Live Music at Capo’s
    Capo's 641 Vallejo St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Join us on the patio at Capo’s for live music 6-9pm with rotating local bands. Come grab a slice and support live music in San Francisco.

    Free
Event details are subject to change. Please confirm dates, times and cover charges directly with the venue before attending.