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Gary Danko

Name: Gary Danko
Address: 800 N Point Street, San Francisco, CA, United States, 94109
Telephone: (415) 749-2060
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.8

$50 and over

Contemporary French / American

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2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 22 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Fancy
Great for fine wines

Twenty-five years after opening its doors in San Francisco’s iconic Fisherman’s Wharf neighborhood, Restaurant Gary Danko continues to refine its award-winning combination of classic French cooking, thoughtful and inventive use of local ingredients and personable yet impeccable service.

In a warm, enveloping space overhung with fresh flowers and vibrant artworks, an evening at Gary Danko is both intimate and theatrical—a loving nod to an old-world dining experience with its heart thoroughly planted in the new: fresh, locally grown and raised foods drawn from the region’s vast seasonal offerings, prepared with precision and flair.

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Executive chef: Gary Danko

MICHELIN 1 Star
2023
MICHELIN 1 Star
2022

From the OpenTable editors: Chef Gary Danko’s namesake institution is where you go for classic French fine dining with a California twist. While the menu changes seasonally, the dishes are always peak luxury—seafood-studded risottos, decadent souffles, and extravagant cheeses served tableside by smartly suited servers. With an award-winning, 15,000-bottle wine list and lavish floral arrangements, the restaurant is the ultimate destination for special occasions.

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Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary French / American, Californian, Dining Bar
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon, Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(415) 749-2060
Website
http://www.garydanko.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
800 N Point Street, San Francisco, CA 94109
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
2. MICHELIN 1 Star 2022
Neighbourhood
Fisherman's Wharf
Cross Street
Hyde
Parking details
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Public transit
Hyde Street Cable Car<br />Muni Bus: 47 and 30
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Private Dining Room
Multiple dates available
Please note, this room does not have wheelchair access. We offer our full menu in our Private Dining Room. We have two seatings for our Upstairs Private Dining Room and ask all parties to agree to a three hour dining experience for Private Dining Room reservations. Thank you and we look forward to welcoming you to Gary Danko!

What 1,604 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Gary Danko offers a refined dining experience in San Francisco, celebrated for its "stellar service" and exquisite "culinary delights." Guests appreciate the flexibility of creating personalized tasting menus, complemented by an "impressive wine list." The restaurant is praised for its "intimate ambiance" and is often chosen for special occasions, ensuring a memorable visit.

1,604 Reviews

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ANTHONY
San Francisco
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of the best, if not the best high end fine dining experiences in the Bay Area. Food was great of coarse but the service is what makes the experience well worth the $.
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Suchetana
South Dakota
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food was very good, and the portion sizes were pretty substantial. However, I would recommend this place for the outstanding service. I especially loved the risotto and the polenta! Will definitely visit any time I'm back in this city.
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Debbie
San Francisco
43 reviews
vip
5.0
43 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Marvelous dining experience. Wine paring for the two of us was perfect and every dish was prepared to perfection. The knowledgable, gracious and attentive staff is to be commended. We were greeted warmly upon arrival which set the tone for the superior level of service received.
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Marc
New York City
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and great service. One of the very best in the city
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Randall
San Francisco
41 reviews
vip
5.0
41 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful experience at Gary Danko celebrating the birthdays of two dear friends. The food, service and classy atmosphere were all wonderful (as always!).
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Jim
Dallas
25 reviews
5.0
25 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Restaurant Gary Danko is our favorite restaurant in the world. We come to San Francisco once a year and we always make a reservation at RGD. It NEVER disappoints. The food, service and the atmosphere are always great. From when our party walks in the door, we always feel welcome. The food and drink are always great, I could go on and on with great accolades about the restaurant. In the interest of brevity, I will not. Thank you, Gary Danko, for always being great,
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Robin
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding service, delicious food and very memorable evening
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Antionette
Atlanta Metro
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Most of the food was very good. I wan not impressed with soufflé unfortunately, I was really looking forward to trying that. It lacked flavor and the texture was kind of like a cake pudding. Just not a hit for me. The Japanese sweet potato that came with the seared scallops was so damn good. I would have loved to have more of the Yuzu sauce with it. Seriously that was potato was so delicious. The steak and potato dish was also good, and so was the risotto. The soup sample and little "appeasement bite" that was served were also delicious. I did not enjoy either of the cocktails that I tasted, but that's okay. I don't remember my server's name, but she was absolutely fantastic. And so was everyone else that stopped by out table. I will absolutely come back again for a date night or anniversary.
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Evelyn
San Francisco
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Gary Danko continues to shine after more than 25 years in business! The service is so elevated, it is like no other restaurant in San Francisco. The menu is broad and it’s difficult to choose between options, but everything you order will be simply amazing! We ordered the lobster salad, seafood risotto, lamb loin and filet of beef. Each course was beautifully presented and sumptuously prepared. We found room in our appetites for the cheese board(don’t miss this!) and profiteroles and sorbet trio. It was all mouthwatering. They have an extensive wine list and we are connoisseur of wine, but ordered two wines we have never had before and they were fantastic. Because it was our anniversary we were also treated with an additional complementary mini deserts, each a burst of flavor. Every diner also got a very nice surprise to take home and enjoy the next day and we surely did ! Gary Danko restaurant staff ,you are incredible and we can’t wait to return again .
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Mona
Phoenix
103 reviews
vip
5.0
103 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It is just an iconic restaurant, always an amazing experience. Great food and outstanding service.
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Gary Danko is rated 4.8 stars by 1604 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 22 times today

Experiences are available.

800 N Point Street, San Francisco, CA 94109

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
2. MICHELIN 1 Star 2022
Cross Street
Hyde
Neighbourhood
Fisherman's Wharf
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon, Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary French / American, Californian, Dining Bar
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
<br />
Public transit
Hyde Street Cable CarMuni Bus: 47 and 30
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.garydanko.com/
Phone number
(415) 749-2060

Gary Danko

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MICHELIN 1 Star

MICHELIN 1 Star

Additional information

Experiences

Private Dining Room

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What 1,604 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

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