Melissa Perello's daily evolving selections spotlight her commitment to sustainability and the Bay Area's wealth of agricultural resources. Combined with her natural ability in the kitchen, the result is simple and expertly crafted dishes that reflect her fine-dining pedigree and down-to-earth personality.

Named after the restaurant's location, Octavia is an ode to refined but comfortable sensibilities in both food and decor. A seamless blend of original history and modern elegance, Octavia's natural light-soaked, open floor plan evokes a refined dining experience with a unique sense of home comfort. An open kitchen, which faces the dining room, highlights the original framework and masonry of the building's 19th century roots.

Whether it’s the elevated, yet accessible approach to food, or the open, familiar atmosphere and stellar service, Octavia is about sharing great food in good company. This honest, focused approach has resonated with customers and critics alike.