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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
19:00
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 wait staff. 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 17:00–22:00
  • 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
    <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 1,699 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
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Gary Danko offers a truly memorable dining experience with "exceptional" food and "outstanding" service. Guests appreciate the diverse menu and ability to customize courses, with highlights including the lobster risotto and chocolate soufflé. The atmosphere is intimate yet welcoming, making it a top choice for special occasions. Highly recommended!

1,699 Reviews

  1. Janet

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent fine dining experience. Elegant and not stuffy ambiance. Very attentive staff. Well prepared and presented plates. Highly recommend

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  2. Joanne

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was perfect - the food, service, ambiance. They took care of every detail and made our birthday celebration extremely special.

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  3. Frances

    VIP

    San Francisco

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved our meal and service. Will be back for sure!

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  4. Lester

    VIP

    San Francisco

    42 reviews

    5.0

    42 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The entire experience here is flawless, from the greeting to the seating to the food, drink, and service. A special restaurant for sure.

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  5. Ladybug

    VIP

    San Francisco

    48 reviews

    5.0

    48 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Celebrating our shared birthdays with my cousin

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  6. Lisa

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a wonderful evening and amazing dinner at Gary Danko!

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  7. Armando

    VIP

    New Orleans

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the last elegant restaurants in San Francisco. It's not inexpensive. But it's worth it. The service is amazing, the food is exquisite. And the ambience is over the top.

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  8. grace

    VIP

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I look forward to dining at Gary Danko for special occasions. We dined on Saturday Feb 15th (early dinner).This was our 4th time and every time the food is fantastic (best in the city) and the service is exceptional! What a great dining experience each time we have been there. On the menu, my favorite is the risotto. My husband favorite is the ahi tuna. As far as cocktails go, the espresso martini is a must have. So kudos to the hostess, bartender, and waiters! You are all 5 stars!

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  9. Nichole

    VIP

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely remarkable. This is the second time we have visited and our experience here never falters. Even on a busy holiday, the food was amazing, the service was above and beyond and we left feeling so gracious and so cared for. I can’t wait until our next visit.

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  10. Kenny

    San Francisco

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Was here for a Valentine’s Day dinner. Food was overall great outside of one of our steaks being rare instead of medium rare which the other one was cooked to just under medium rare. The portions were also much larger than previously experiences here. The main issue was we felt rushed the entire evening. For a 4/5 course dinner at an establishment such as Gary Danko and on Valentine’s Day I expected better. It killed the energy of the night as we were constantly asked if we were done with a course even after just a few minutes with it. Wine was poured before the previous tasting was finished. This made it impossible to enjoy and savor the food and experience. There was also no time allotment on our reservation. Overall, we were there right at 2 hours from where we were seated for what appeared to be the last seating of the evening and with open tables. Unfortunately I do not not see my self dining at Gary Danko again unless changes are made to the experience of what was my favorite restaurant on the west coast.

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FAQs

Gary Danko is rated 4.8 stars by 1699 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
19:00
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
  • Area
    Fisherman's Wharf
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon, Thu–Sun 17:00–22:00
  • 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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