As of today, one of the Bay Area’s top Italian restaurants has expanded to the heart of Silicon Valley. Since opening in 2018, Divisidero Street’s Che Fico has become one of San Francisco’s most well-known restaurants.

It’s drawing attention not only for chef David Nayfeld’s menu of seasonal Italian food influenced by the traditions of the Jewish-Roman Cucina Ebraica, but also for the restaurant’s stunning interior, thoughtful wine list, and commitment to its employees. And yet, despite all of Che Fico’s success, Nayfeld says he’s not looking to make a carbon copy of the restaurant.