Nestled in the heart of San Francisco’s Jackson Square, Villa Taverna is one of America’s most prestigious, co-ed private dining clubs. Founded in 1958, by then Italian Consul General Pierluigi Alvera, the Villa Taverna has delighted members for generations with world-class wine, exquisite Italian cuisine, unique events, and a vibrant community. Once the residence of Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo, and the studio of famed sculptor Ralph W. Stackpole, the Villa Taverna’s home on Hotaling Place is intrinsically interwoven with the fabric of San Francisco history. Honoring this rich heritage with an embrace of the modern era, the Villa Taverna invites members and their guests to explore, celebrate, and share the culture, culinary delicacies, and the spirit of Italy.

Dress Code

Villa Taverna welcomes Members and guests in attire that honors our heritage and reflects our classic Jackson Square distinction and style. 

Main Dining Room and Club Room:
We maintain an elevated “smart casual” attire (collared shirts, blazers, dresses, or tailored separates as examples) or a higher standard of dress. For men, a sport coat or blazer is required for dinner service. While encouraged for lunch, it is not required.  For both men and women, although we don’t prefer jeans, dark jeans in good repair are permitted. 

The following attire is not permitted: 
Graphic t-shirts, tank or crop tops, beach wear, shorts, ripped or frayed clothing, sweatshirts, hoodies, athletic wear (including shoes and hats), or other excessively casual garments. The Villa reserves the right to make determinations based on its best judgment.

And as a courtesy to all, we request that overcoats, shopping bags, and umbrellas are checked at the entry checkroom and not carried into the Dining Room.

Visiting the Villa

Villa Taverna is located at 27 Hotaling Place – the alley between Montgomery and Sansome and Jackson and Washington streets. We recommend parking on Montgomery and Jackson streets, as well as in the Hilton Garage on Washington Street.

Membership

Interested in becoming a Member? We look forward to sharing more about Villa Taverna. Introduce yourself and help us get to know you.