Serving the Castro since 1968415-626-1250517 Castro Street

A Castro original

Stillwonderfullyourselves.

Neighborhood Italian food, historic rooms, and a welcome that has lasted since 1968.

The vintage Sausage Factory storefront on Castro Street
Black-and-white drawing of The Sausage Factory storefront517 Castro Street

Our story

From sausage factory to neighborhood living room.

The historic building at 517 Castro Street began life as a sausage factory. In 1968, it became the Italian restaurant generations of San Franciscans know today.

Over the decades, these rooms have held first dates, family dinners, birthday candles, community gatherings, and more plates of pasta and pizza than anyone could count.

The woodwork, old mirrors, warm lighting, and easygoing spirit are part of the place. We are proud to keep that history alive while welcoming the next celebration through the door.

Since 1968A true San Francisco original
Family ownedIndependent and proudly local
Everyone welcomeCome as you are and stay awhile