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Niku Steakhouse, San Francisco, CA
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Niku Steakhouse

$50 and over
Steakhouse

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 39 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Good for business meals
Located in San Francisco’s Design District, Niku Steakhouse is a meat-focused restaurant, highlighting an in-house dry aging program, exclusive cuts of coveted Japanese A5 wagyu with an emphasis on wood fired cooking.

Niku, by the Omakase Restaurant Group, hosts a dining room oriented around a roaring custom binchotan charcoal and wood-fired grill, where guests watch as Executive Chef Dustin Falcon (Lazy Bear, The French Laundry) and his team prepare steaks to perfection. At Niku, there is a true marriage of American and Japanese sensibilities. Falcon’s cooking is driven by the terroir of Northern California — which finds its way onto the menu through foraged ingredients and products from local farmers — met with the highest quality domestic and A5 Japanese Beef.

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Executive chef: Dustin Falcon

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    MICHELIN 1 Star

    2023

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    MICHELIN 1 Star

    2022

From the OpenTable editors: Packed since it opened its gilded door in 2019, this swanky steakhouse is the spot for prime Japanese and American Wagyu, dry-aged at the next-door butchery. Grab a seat at the 18-seat chef’s counter to watch Dustin Falcon (of Lazy Bear and French Laundry fame) throw down the tomahawk steaks and crispy pig ears that helped the one-of-a-kind restaurant earn one MICHELIN Star.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Japanese Speciality, Farm-to-table
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (415) 829-7817
  • Website
    https://www.nikusteakhouse.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    The private dining room at Niku Steakhouse consists of both plush banquette seating and sturdy chairs. We feature two large tables that seat 6 comfortably, with a total of 14 guests maximum.To book our private dining room, visit our website https://www.nikusteakhouse.com/events-private-dining
  • Location
    61 Division Street, San Francisco, CA 94103
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
    2. MICHELIN 1 Star 2022
  • Neighborhood
    SOMA
  • Cross street
    Henry Adams/Division
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, 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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Menu

Starters

  • Chicory Salad$19.00

    hazelnut, medjool dates, tokyo turnips, roasted apple dressing

    • Miyagi Oysters$28.00

      green apple & persian cucumber relish, wasabi créme fraîche

      • Chilled Dungeness Crab$32.00

        grilled celtuce, tangelo, marinated cucumber, chiles

        • Chicken Liver Mousse$24.00

          pomegranate gelée, persimmon, smoked cocoa nib & sesame brittle, milk bread

          • Beef Tartare$28.00

            fermented pepper & lime, niitaka pear, fudgy egg yolk, crispy beef tendon

            • Roasted Sunchokes$21.00

              trout roe, brown butter sabayon, meyer lemon, sea lettuce

              • Crescenza Tortelloni$25.00

                caramelized leeks, bloomsdale spinach, grilled endive, preserved meyer lemon

                • Crispy Pig Ears$19.00

                  chile de arbol, fish sauce caramel, cilantro leaves, alliums

                  • Meatball$19.00

                    domestic & japanese wagyu, ginger, scallion, egg yolk, tare sauce

                    • Bone Marrow$28.00

                      roasted short rib, chanterelles, bordelaise, horseradish crème fraîche

                      Ember Roasted

                      • Cod, Smoked Fish Broth, La Ratte Potato, Kohlrabi$52.00

                        • Australian Wagyu Filet Mignon$105.00

                          • Prime Ribeye$115.00

                            • Bryan Flannery Dry Aged New York Strip$105.00

                              • Rancho El17 Tomahawk$175.00

                                • Westholme Short Rib, Smoked & Braised, Black Garlic Jus$115.00

                                  • A5 Satsuma$135.00

                                    somm's selection - 2005 clos du marquis, saint-julien - pairing $40 / full glass $75

                                    • A5 Omi-Gyu$155.00

                                      somm's selection - 2007 arpepe grumello "buon consiglio" valtellina riserva- pairing $30 / full glass $55

                                      • A5 Tasting$275.00

                                        pairing pour of both wines - $65

                                        Sides

                                        • Crispy Potato, Wagyu Fat, Chickpea Miso$17.00

                                          • Koshihikari Rice, Ginger Scallion, Aged Black Vinegar$13.00

                                            • Grilled Maitake Mushroom, Douglas Fir Cure$18.00

                                              • Baby Bok Choy "Collard Greens", Apple Cider Gastrique, Bacon Lardons$17.00

                                                • Pickled Market Vegetables$12.00

                                                  • Buckwheat Parker House Rolls, Cultured Butter$12.00

                                                    Last updated: February 21, 2023

                                                    What 793 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
                                                    • 4.7Food
                                                    • 4.8Service
                                                    • 4.7Ambience
                                                    • 4.2Value

                                                    Noise • Moderate

                                                    Loved For

                                                    • San Francisco Bay Area

                                                      Steakhouse

                                                    • San Francisco

                                                      Steakhouse

                                                    Review summary

                                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                    Niku Steakhouse offers a "fantastic" dining experience with "exceptional food," showcasing rich flavors and expertly cooked steaks, especially the Wagyu options. The "attentive and knowledgeable staff" enhance the experience, ensuring every detail is perfect. While it is a "special occasion" restaurant due to its pricing, the ambiance and quality make it worth it.

                                                    793 Reviews

                                                    1. Kat

                                                      San Francisco

                                                      8 reviews

                                                      vip
                                                      5.0

                                                      8 reviews

                                                      Dined 3 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Delicious dinner! Everything melts in your mouth. Will be back!

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                                                    2. Greg

                                                      San Francisco

                                                      6 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      6 reviews

                                                      Dined 4 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      This restaurant was the best food I have ever eaten, and according to my son, it was the best restaurant ever. He said the fillet mingon was amazing, and buttery. I loved everything that we ordered, and my family agreed. Shoutout to our server, Eric, who was the nicest and most polite server in the world. He even asked the manager to give him permission to show us the different types of wagyu, which was amazing. Best restaurant ever!

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                                                    3. Marc

                                                      San Francisco

                                                      4 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      4 reviews

                                                      Dined 5 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Best Steakhoude this side of Florence! Highly recommend just don’t overdo the delicious apps and save room for the main event.

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                                                    4. Robert

                                                      San Francisco

                                                      25 reviews

                                                      vip
                                                      4.0

                                                      25 reviews

                                                      Dined 7 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                      2. Food 4
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                      Food was very good, but not great. Value for the money was missing if you ask me.

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                                                    5. Guinevere

                                                      San Francisco

                                                      65 reviews

                                                      vip
                                                      5.0

                                                      65 reviews

                                                      Dined on November 27, 2024

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      The American Wagyu filet was spectacular, service by Daniel was a delight. Thank you for a memorable evening!

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                                                    6. Audrey

                                                      San Francisco

                                                      4 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      4 reviews

                                                      Dined on November 27, 2024

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                      From the get go we were greeted with smiles and anble to accommodate our last minute addition. The service was very thorough making sure we know everything and assisted with pairing if asked. Amazing food amazing service. What else is there to say?

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                                                    7. Rick

                                                      San Francisco

                                                      51 reviews

                                                      vip
                                                      5.0

                                                      51 reviews

                                                      Dined on November 26, 2024

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      We have been here 4-6 times. As always the food was phenomenal. The service is discrete but attentive. The tomahawk is cooked perfectly. The bone marrow is unbelievable. The salads are tasty and lightly dressed. The potato stack amazing. We tried pig ears tonight: wow. The deserts have different flavors, different textures and colors. Mainly good. And one does not get bored with it

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                                                    8. Evan

                                                      San Francisco

                                                      1 review

                                                      5.0

                                                      1 review

                                                      Dined on November 24, 2024

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                      Second time eating here. Both times were excellent. This time we sat at the Chef’s table and nerded out with questions to the Chef (who was really personable). We did a 16 oz Ribeye and the A5 sampler (Ribeye + Filet). As good as it gets… truly. A++.

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                                                    9. Carolina

                                                      Baja California

                                                      1 review

                                                      5.0

                                                      1 review

                                                      Dined on November 22, 2024

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Amazing! ✨✨✨✨✨ Celebrated my fiancé’s birthday here and they were so kind and thoughtful. Steak was amazing, but so was everything else particularly the potatoes. Loved this place and can’t wait to come back. Need to check out their burger next door!

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                                                    10. Juliet

                                                      San Francisco

                                                      4 reviews

                                                      3.0

                                                      4 reviews

                                                      Dined on November 22, 2024

                                                      1. Overall 3
                                                      2. Food 3
                                                      3. Service 4
                                                      4. Ambience 2
                                                      I could have given a better rating, but, my personal meal was horrible, and I got very sick 5 hours after eating there. There were 4 of us, and everyone elses meal was fine. I ordered the shoet ribs. They were over salted, over charred, and a greasy mess. I didn't know what to expect, maybe this was the way it was suppose to be. The meat itself was really fatty. I wish I had them take it back, I didn't know I'd get so sick eating it,. Plus ruining everyone elses meal by delaying mine, etc. I do have to say the crunchy pig ears were great. I might go back there for them, not sure I'd go back for a meal.

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                                                    Niku Steakhouse is rated 4.8 stars by 793 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
                                                    7:00 PM
                                                    Booked 39 times today
                                                    Google Map for Niku Steakhouse

                                                    61 Division Street, San Francisco, CA 94103

                                                    Dining areas

                                                    Additional information

                                                    • Award-winning
                                                      1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
                                                      2. MICHELIN 1 Star 2022
                                                    • Cross street
                                                      Henry Adams/Division
                                                    • Neighborhood
                                                      SOMA
                                                    • Hours of operation
                                                      Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
                                                    • Price
                                                      $50 and over
                                                    • Cuisines
                                                      Steakhouse, Japanese Speciality, Farm-to-table
                                                    • Dining style
                                                      Fine Dining
                                                    • Dress code
                                                      Smart Casual
                                                    • Parking details
                                                      Street Parking
                                                    • Payment options
                                                      AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                                                    • Additional
                                                      Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                    • Website
                                                      https://www.nikusteakhouse.com/
                                                    • Phone number
                                                      (415) 829-7817
                                                    • Private party facilities
                                                      The private dining room at Niku Steakhouse consists of both plush banquette seating and sturdy chairs. We feature two large tables that seat 6 comfortably, with a total of 14 guests maximum.To book our private dining room, visit our website https://www.nikusteakhouse.com/events-private-dining

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