Comments on: The Angie behind Angelina’s Cafe & Deli

By: Geary Boulevard Merchant Association Awards Luncheon, Sept. 15 | Richmond District Blog of San Francisco (richmondsfblog.com)

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 14:19:21 +0000

[...] have made a difference in our neighborhood and city. This year’s merchant honorees include Angie Rando of Angelina’s Cafe (California and 22nd Avenue) and Sandra G. Castenada of Wells Fargo [...]

By: Administrator

Administrator — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 05:49:49 +0000

That’s an awesome story, Jennifer. Thanks so much for sharing it. It is a magical place and one of my very favorite spots in the neighborhood.

Sarah B.

By: Jennifer Salmon (Allen)

Jennifer Salmon (Allen) — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 04:14:15 +0000

I grew up in the Richmond District on 24th Ave. and California and was always “hanging out ” on 22nd and California, on the corner of Angelina’s. I was a friend of the Rando family and grew up with Angie’s sister Cathy(Katerina). In 1983 when Angelina’s first opened, I was 19. I was a kid that needed a direction and Angie saw me and asked me to come work for Angelina’s. I began by bussing tables and eventually moved on to working behind the counter, helping prepare food, and doing a little catering as the business prospered. I worked at Angelina’s for 7 years as I found a direction and went to college, Angelina’s always took me back whenever I was home for a break. When I was accepted to a California State college, Angelina’s threw a big, wonderful party for me. It was one of the most special nights of my life. I am now in my 40′s and live in New York, I am a teacher and have two wonderful kids and a great husband. Angelina’s and Angie believed in me and gave me the start I needed. Angelina’s WAS a magical place back then and I am so happy to know it is still magical now. Thanks Angie and the Rando family

By: lia

lia — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 08:03:02 +0000

Used to buy Poi, when it was chinese store. Then for dessert .. to the sweeterie. The penny candy store on California ‘tween 21, 22.
My cousin works at Bills place. I’ll be seeing you soon all! One of the best n’hoods in all the city! Remeber the Alamo!

By: Bob

Bob — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:02:08 +0000

Great profile!

By: Clara Morrissey

Clara Morrissey — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 14:12:26 +0000

Fresh, excellent food and choices make this one of the neighborhood gems for all.
Angelina’s has been a warm, charming and inviting place to gather with friends and, in a way, is an old friend itself. If you don’t feel like cooking, try some meat balls or lasagne to enjoy your dinner at home. It is always a win, win situation. I’ve also been present at some of her delectable catered events and have had the excellent box lunches. Brava Angela.

By: David

David — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 04:16:09 +0000

A treasure with no parking meters, and a sunny corner. The outdoors features European seating where folks are not shy about sitting down and conversing, or on the other hand leaving one to read that special novel.Lack of loudmouths on bla bla bla cell phone conversations also leads to a great neighborhood experience!