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Gary Danko

$50 and over

Contemporary French / American

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2 people

16 Jan 2025

19:00

Booked 29 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.

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
Area
Fisherman's Wharf
Cross Street
Hyde
Parking details
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Public transit
Hyde Street Cable CarMuni 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 1,660 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Gary Danko in San Francisco offers an "exceptional dining experience" with "legendary service" and "outstanding food." Known for its "creative interpretations and pairings," the restaurant provides a "charming atmosphere" and "intimate setting." Highlights include the "lobster risotto" and "glazed oysters." It's perfect for "special occasions" and consistently remains a top choice for many diners.

1,660 Reviews

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Julie
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A truly extraordinary dining experience. Service is impeccable and food so incredibly delicious. I loved every second. While it is expensive, it is worth every penny and more!
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Valerie
VIP
San Francisco
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The best restaurant in the world. Period. Thank you to the team for 13 incredible years of consistency.
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Simon
VIP
Toronto
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Team was extraordinary from the moment I arrived to exit. Food was fantastic and wine pairings superb. Team was exceptional and not pretentious - simply a fantastic evening. Highly recommend as a must when you’re in SFO!
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Gerald
VIP
San Francisco
205 reviews
5.0
205 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Very professional operation. Extensive menu. Very good service. Good value. Wines rather expensive.
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Vivian
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of the few culinary tastes I don’t think I can duplicate at home. Loved the variety of choices available and the attentiveness of the staff. Everyone was so pleasant and classy!
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Eduardo
Greater Boston
33 reviews
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on 6 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful experience. Outstanding food and service. The Branzini was top of the top.
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OpenTable Diner
VIP
San Francisco
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 6 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Exceptional food and service!
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Esther
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 6 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and service were top-notch! Gary Danko never disappoints.
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Maya
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 5 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful experience! Wish there were more restaurants in SF that strived for this level of service.
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Mauricio
Seattle
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 4 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
My wife & I had an amazing time at the restaurant. For the most part one of the guys the looked after us was Carson, one of the sommeliers, absolutely fantastic service, great knowledge and as colleagues, a great experience showcasing the wines and pairings of the restaurant! All the waiters were very friendly & knowledgeable. Great experience
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Gary Danko is rated 4.8 stars by 1660 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

16 Jan 2025

19:00

Booked 29 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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Private Dining Room

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