Best Date Night in San Francisco

The food is consistently described as outstanding, delicious, and thoughtfully prepared, with many diners highlighting the tasting menu and wine pairings.

“Absolute perfection!”

Service is well-regarded as attentive, personal, warm, and first-rate, often noting the owner-chef's direct involvement.

“The service was attentive and caring.”

The atmosphere is repeatedly described as cozy, intimate, private, romantic, and unpretentious, often enhanced by the small number of tables.

“Cozy and intimate dinner”

Diners consistently find the prix fixe menus and wine pairings to be an top-notch deal for the quality and experience offered.

“Very reasonable price.”

The tasting menu offers a creative and unique experience, with dishes that are consistently described as delicious, innovative, and beautifully presented, highlighting fresh ingredients and expert preparation.

“One of THE BEST dining experiences”

Service is frequently lauded as outstanding, warm, and attentive, with owners Joe and Chef Koji often singled out for their personal touch and hospitality.

“Incredible service, decor, plating”

The ambiance is well-regarded for its thoughtful, modern Japanese decor, creating an intimate and transportive atmosphere.

“Felt like I was transported to Tokyo”

While a prix fixe menu in San Francisco, the value is considered first-rate for the quality, creativity, and overall experience provided.

“Not unreasonably priced for a prix fixe”

The food is well-regarded for its excellent quality, fresh ingredients, and delicious flavors, with many dishes highlighted as standouts.

“Everything was incredible”

Service is frequently described as friendly, attentive, and warm, with staff often treating guests like family.

“Service was very friendly and attentive”

The restaurant is consistently lauded for its cozy, intimate, romantic, and charming atmosphere, often compared to being in Italy.

“Setting was cost and intimate”

While the food quality is highly regarded, some diners note that portions can be small and prices are on the higher side for the area.

“Far too expensive for what it is”

The food is well-regarded for its authentic French flavors, with many dishes highlighted as first-rate, particularly the duck confit, rack of lamb, and escargot. Ingredients are noted as fresh and of high quality.

“Food was amazing”

Service is frequently described as attentive, friendly, and top-notch, contributing to an authentic French bistro experience. Staff are noted for their charm and knowledge.

“Service was top-notch”

The atmosphere is consistently lauded as cozy, intimate, romantic, and authentically Parisian, making it a popular choice for special occasions and dates.

“Amazing ambience”

While many find the food and experience worth the price, a few diners noted it felt overpriced for the portion sizes, especially for San Francisco.

“Felt pretty overpriced”

The food is well-regarded for its deliciousness, with many dishes highlighted as outstanding, particularly the house bread and lamb meatballs. Ingredients are noted as fresh and preparation shows care.

“Each plate was better than the last”

Service is frequently described as friendly, helpful, and over-the-top. Staff members like Miriam and Leila are specifically mentioned for their first-rate service and mixology skills.

“Great service from miriam”

The atmosphere is consistently lauded as beautiful, stylish, and immaculate, with a great soundtrack and intimate dining room creating a unique ambiance.

“The vibes were immaculate”

While the food and drinks are well-regarded, some diners note that portion sizes are smaller than expected and the price point can be a splurge.

“Portions are smaller than I expected”

The food is well-regarded for its authentic Lebanese flavors, inventive dishes, and high-quality, fresh ingredients. Many diners consider it among the best they've had.

“Every single dish served is a 10/10”

Service is generally described as friendly, warm, and attentive, though a few instances of slow or inattentive service, and one case of a wrong order, have been noted.

“Great service, beautiful on the”

The ambiance is consistently highlighted as a major strength, with descriptions of a romantic, cozy, vibrant, and beautifully decorated interior.

“Loved the ambience and the service”

Diners find the portions generous and the prices reasonable, offering good value for the quality and quantity of food.

“Good price for sit down”

The food, particularly the steaks, is well-regarded for its quality, preparation, and flavor, with many diners highlighting dry-aged options and specific cuts like the ribeye and prime rib.

“The meat was dry aged and tender”

Service is frequently described as first-rate, attentive, professional, and friendly, with specific staff members often recognized for making occasions memorable.

“Service was phenomenal”

The restaurant offers a classic, elegant, and sophisticated old-school steakhouse atmosphere, often enhanced by live jazz music.

“Great old-fashioned ambiance and feels very plush”

While the quality is highly regarded, several diners note the high prices, with some finding the cost not fully justified by the portion size or overall experience.

“I thought it was overpriced”

The food is well-regarded for its authentic, high-quality Italian flavors, with many dishes like gnocchi, tortellini, and lasagna highlighted as excellent.

“Incredible and authentic italian food!”

Service is frequently described as friendly, attentive, professional, and hospitable, with staff often making diners feel like family.

“Attentive, professional, wonderful service.”

The atmosphere is consistently lauded as cozy, romantic, intimate, and charming, with an old-world Italian ambiance enhanced by opera music and decor.

“Cozy, low lighting, very romantic.”

Diners generally find the prices to be reasonable and the portions generous for the quality of food and dining experience.

“Great Italian food that is cheap”

The food is generally known for its outstanding flavors and unique twists, with specific highlights including pasta dishes, steak, and appetizers like octopus carpaccio and arancini. However, some dishes have been described as bland or overcooked.

“Outstanding flavor”

Service is a mixed bag, with many diners experiencing excellent attentiveness and warmth. Conversely, a few diners mention rude and condescending staff, indicating a need for more consistent training.

“Plain rude and condescending”

The restaurant is consistently lauded for its beautiful interior, modern and cozy ambiance, and great buzz, making it a popular choice for dates and groups.

“Beautiful interior”

While many find the food and experience worth the price, some diners note high prices and limited menu options, suggesting value may be inconsistent.

“High prices”

The food, particularly the fondue and raclette, is well-regarded for its authenticity and deliciousness, with many diners noting the freshness of ingredients and the quality of Swiss cheeses. Some dishes, like the pork schnitzel and French onion soup, receive mixed reviews.

“Authentic tasty fondue and other Swiss treats”

Service is generally described as friendly, attentive, and helpful, with staff often going the extra mile to explain the menu and accommodate requests, though a few instances of inattentiveness or lack of enthusiasm were noted.

“Great service, great food.”

The restaurant's ambiance is a major draw, with diners consistently celebrating its authentic Swiss chalet theme, charming decor, and immersive atmosphere, making it feel like a European escape.

“Best place to go in San Francisco”

While many find the experience worthwhile, some diners express concern over high prices and significant price increases, particularly for wine markups and certain dishes, leading to questions about overall value.

“Prices jumped from $30 to $45 in one year.”