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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 20 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 Star2023
  • Award icon
    MICHELIN 1 Star2022

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

  • Location
    800 N Point Street, San Francisco, CA 94109
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
    2. MICHELIN 1 Star 2022
  • Phone number
    (415) 749-2060
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French / American, Californian, Dining Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon, Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
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  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa

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 1,711 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
  • 4.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Gary Danko offers a "flawless" dining experience with "amazing" food, "exceptional" service, and a "cozy & lovely" ambiance. Known for its "superb" menu options and accommodating staff, it's a top choice for special occasions. While some noted a decline in service, the overall "memorable" experience makes it a must-visit.

1,711 Reviews

  1. Amanda

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always amazing. Good portions, amazing flavors, wonderful service, generous pours. Nobody does it like Gary Danko.

    1 person found this helpful

  2. Michael

    San Francisco

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, Gary Danko is a special experience. Our host welcomed us with a warm smile, the service is attentive and unobtrusive, the food delicious. My favorites continue to be the Lobster risotto, scallops, Beef tenderloin and chocolate soufflé. There are many good Restaurant choices in San Francisco, Gary Danko continues to be a step above in every category for me. We look forward to our next visit soon.

    1 person found this helpful

  3. OpenTable Diner

    VIP

    Atlanta

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I celebrated her birthday at Gary Danko and it was wonderful. We had 5 courses and every single dish was amazing. There are options for 3 or 4 courses as well. This is probably in our top 5 places we've tried in SF so far when you combine food, service, and ambiance. I like that there was an option to change some of the chef selections for something else if we wanted to. The wine pairing was perfectly done. The service was fantastic as well. Note: Parking is about a block away with an incline up to the restaurant. Parking is probably the only small complaint, however it is SF and parking is not normally available.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Kira was our server and she was phenomenal. The service overall was timely, food was high quality, and the ambiance is perfect for a special evening. Could not recommend more

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great time dining here. The staff were very responsive. Food was great! Risoto was amazing! Wine selection was okay, at least the selection on by the glass. Overall was great!

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  6. Anil

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was well presented and delicious but what took the top honors was the service which was of top order. The staff was attentive but not obsequious and the atmosphere was relaxed and not stuffy. I particularly employed the lobster risotto and the seared scallops and my wife was partial towards the branzino

    1 person found this helpful

  7. Diane

    VIP

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always an amazing experience…great food and the entire staff are always so professional and welcoming. Simply wonderful!

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  8. Tia

    VIP

    San Francisco

    63 reviews

    5.0

    63 reviews

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We discovered Gary Danko when it was a a true find of a restaurant at Draegers Market in San Mateo - well worth a little drive from the Monterey Peninsula where we live. It’s been 25 years or so since Gary Danko relocated to Fisherman’s Wharf - and we visit atleast once, sometimes twice, annually — each time marveling at the consistency, the total magic of the evening. We have never been disappointed!! This last time my husband got the duck as his main and I had the horseradish crusted salmon - best I have ever had. Like the format so much - when we started out we would each get the full five courses. Now, a tad older, we get three - appetizer/fish, the main - then my husband gets the cheese which we share and I get the dessert, also shared. And because we love wine - we get the pairing. And if you don’t like their choice, they work with you to find something that pleases your palate. I love Gary Danko!!!

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  9. max

    VIP

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love Gary Danko! Our server, Anthony, is fantastic! Great,food, service, ambience and value!

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  10. Tony

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food, great value and excellent service. What restaurant sustains this for over 25 years? Gary Danko.

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FAQs

Gary Danko is rated 4.8 stars by 1711 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 20 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
  • Phone number
    (415) 749-2060
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French / American, Californian, Dining Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon, Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    <br />
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
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