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Gary Danko - Gary Danko, San Francisco, CA
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Gary Danko

$50 and over
Contemporary French / American

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2 people
7:00 PM
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

  • Award icon

    MICHELIN 1 Star

    2023

  • Award icon

    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.

Additional information

  • 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
  • Neighborhood
    Fisherman's Wharf
  • Cross street
    Hyde
  • Parking details
    <br />
  • Public transit
    Hyde Street Cable CarMuni 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!
    Private Dining Room Photo

Menu

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What 1,644 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
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Gary Danko offers an exceptional dining experience in San Francisco, renowned for its "amazing food" and "outstanding service." Guests rave about the customizable multi-course options, which allow for a personalized culinary journey. The ambiance is elegant and perfect for special occasions, while the wine pairings enhance every dish. A must-visit!

1,644 Reviews

  1. Beth

    VIP

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Gary Danko never disappoints. I started off with the glazed oysters, and my husband had the lobster risotto. Both were incredible. As a main course, he had the tuna which was outstanding. I selected the salmon in a potato horseradish crust. The crust was not what I expected. (more like a potato pancake with salmon inside ) but it was delicious. Restaurant looked beautiful for the holidays and although it was crowded, it was not too noisy. We were with another couple and had no problem carrying on a conversation. All in all, still one of the best in SF.

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  2. Dennis

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Truly exceptional on all levels. One of the best restaurant experiences of all time.

    1 person found this helpful

  3. Vladimir

    VIP

    San Francisco

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We enjoyed Gary Danko's restaurant for 20 years, yesterday was a little....better. Thank you, Vlad

    1 person found this helpful

  4. Stephanie

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is amazing - creative interpretations and pairings - out of this world delicious. Service is legendary - over the top. We have never been disappointed.

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  5. Peter

    VIP

    San Francisco

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Completely exceptional in all aspects! Consistently among the very best in the city!

    1 person found this helpful

  6. Nick

    VIP

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best meals I’ve ever had. Absolutely incredible.

    1 person found this helpful

  7. Jeanmarie

    Sacramento

    67 reviews

    4.0

    67 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    What a wonderful dining experience. Staff is friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. D was our main server and fabulous but service was a team effort and well executed with one exception. My husband ordered the five course tasting menu. I ordered three courses. Seared Ahi Tuna appetizer and the Seared scallops with Japanese sweet potato both of which were excellent. My third course was the Herb crusted lamb loin. Unfortunately I was too full to consume it by this point. I took one small bite off the lamb and polenta. My husband did not finish his third course. We asked for both to be boxed to go. Most of our cheese selections and sweets were boxed. Unfortunately both our third courses we asked to be boxed were not included in our bag to go. Very disappointing. I guess the team service which seemed to work beautifully did not work on this point. I would have given five stars if this had not occurred. Never-the-less I would highly recommend dining here.

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  8. Peter

    VIP

    Washington DC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food has always been outstanding and expertly presented. The menu, however, appears to be static with few changes made over the years. There are other little things that can annoy a diner who has experienced other top restaurants here and abroad. Butter is nearly as hard as a rock; it should be closer to room temperature. Another thing I noticed is that there was no attempts to remove crumbs from the table, which standard is at world-class restaurants. Tonight, it appeared as if the staff was thin and not as visible as in the past. Attention to the little things and great food is what earns Michelin stars.

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  9. Linette

    San Francisco

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    I’m a repeat customer. We go to Gary Danko for special occasions because it’s delicious and not stuffy. Last night we were disappointed. The food was just okay. It is too expensive to be mediocre. Will not come back.

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  10. Thomas

    VIP

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing seafood risotto! Service is impeccable and the decor transports you to an another world. Pricey and too easy to keep eating. Will be back for more.

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FAQs

Gary Danko is rated 4.8 stars by 1644 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 22 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Gary Danko

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
  • Neighborhood
    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
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