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Gary Danko

$50 and over

Contemporary French / American

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2 people

18 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 33 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
Area
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, Gluten-free Options, Vegan

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 1,624 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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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 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!

1,624 Reviews

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Diana
Orange County
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had the most fabulous dinner. Best service ever. From the hostess greeting us and taking our coats cocktails were served immediately. Server was incredible and helped us with our choices. Somalia was very knowledgeable. Helped us select different wines that went with each course. We could not be happier with this place. It was our anniversary and brought us exquisite desserts. We had the chocolate soufflé which was amazing and the selection of cheeses was extensive. Some of the best cheeses ever we cannot say enough about this place.
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Dave
San Francisco
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is a great restaurant with excellent caring service and a great variety of food and flavors that are fabulous!
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Peetak
Miami
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Celebrated our anniversary. The staff made the experience special, and one to remember!
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Alissa
Toronto
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Dinner for two. The excellent service starts at the door with the friendly hosts. About 4-5 persons placed our plates down throughout the night and each of them were so particular, they ensured that the silverware was changed between each course and our glasses were always full. They were open to questions, made suggestions and very patient. We chose our own five courses ($173 each) and everything was good. However, the best items of the night were the glazed oysters, the lobster with mashed potatoes, the seafood risotto, the scallops with Japanese sweet potato and French toast. Those were amazing and if I go back that’s what I’d order again! Other items that we had were the tuna tartare, quail, filet mignon, duck and crème brûlée. They also brought out a happy birthday cake for me at the end. Amazing restaurant, amazing service. One of the top 5 that I’ve been to in terms of food and service.
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Susan
San Francisco
36 reviews
5.0
36 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was AWESOME as always!! Enjoyed our new server, Kira!!
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Brenda
VIP
San Francisco
53 reviews
4.0
53 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
While the food is still excellent the service has really slipped from the pre-Covid days. It’s just not quite like it used to be.
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George
San Francisco
86 reviews
5.0
86 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Phenomenal food and friendly service made for a memorable dinner experience.
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Debbie
VIP
San Francisco
44 reviews
5.0
44 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another delightful dining experience at Gary Danko. This team always impresses with their service and the wine pairing was perfect.
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Matt
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 10 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The #1 restaurant in SF lives up to its rating. Get the Lobster Risotto
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Barbara
VIP
Orange County
83 reviews
4.0
83 reviews
Dined on 10 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Did not meet my expectations for the reputation. Although the food was good it wasn’t outstanding. Little pricey. The service was outstanding and staff were friendly.
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Gary Danko is rated 4.8 stars by 1624 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

18 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 33 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
Area
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, Gluten-free Options, Vegan

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

Gary Danko

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MICHELIN 1 Star

MICHELIN 1 Star

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Experiences

Private Dining Room

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What 1,624 people are saying

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