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Gary Danko  - Gary Danko, San Francisco, CA
Award-winning

Gary Danko

4.8
4.8
1109 Reviews
$50 and over
Contemporary French / American
Twenty-four 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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2 people

9:30 PM


Booked 38 times today
Experiences are available.

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
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Gary Danko
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
    2. MICHELIN 1 Star 2022
  • Neighborhood
    Fisherman's Wharf
  • Cross street
    Hyde
  • Parking details
    <br />
  • Public transit
    Hyde Street Cable Car<br />Muni Bus: 47 and 30
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Private Dining Room

    Multiple dates available
    Please note that this room does not have wheelchair access. We offer our full menu in our Private Dining Room. We have two bookings for our Upstairs Private Dining Room, 5:30 and 8:45. We ask all 5:30 Private Dining Room reservations to agree to an 8:30 completion time. Thank you and we look forward to welcoming you to Gary Danko!
    Private Dining Room Photo

What 1,109 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
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco

    Great for fine wines

  • San Francisco

    Romantic

  • San Francisco

    Good for special occasions

1,109 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Gary Danko has excellent food and service. It is pricey but well worth it for special occasions.

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  2. WCReviews

    San Francisco

    37 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    37 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall3food3service2ambience4
    My expectations were very high based on the restaruants reputation. We were greeted warmly when we came in and were seated at a very nice table. After that point, there were plenty of attendants, but we felt like it was a race to get us to put in our dinner order. We wanted to sit down and enjoy a cocktail but had to ask them to hold off putting in the dinner order very soon after we just sat down. Corkage fee was $100, which is one of the highest I have seen and we did not open the bottle of wine we brought. We chose the 3 course option. The first course, risotto with lobster, etc. was very good, the fillet of beef second course was good, and the last dessert course, chocolate souffle' was good, but one order (the third course of a 3 course dinner) was served 15 minutes after everyone else. We were not asked if we wanted coffee or tea, which we finally ordered and received after the first two deserts were served and arrived awhile later. I think everyone thought the food was good, the restaurant beautiful and the food presented well, but I do not believe this restaurant currently meets the acclaims it has received at this time for the price being offered. We dine out 2 to 3 times a week, have eaten at some of the best restaurants in the world and my sibling trained at Le Cordon Bleu in Paris. We are not new dining at fine restaurants. It may have just been an off night at our table.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great all around experience as usual. Actually fairly priced for the quality.

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  4. TracyB

    Coastal Georgia

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Sublime expérience, better than Expected and a great pleasure with every course. I cannot wait to go back!

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  5. Nick

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Cole is really to be commended for his flair for delivering exceptional customer service with an unparalleled attention to detail; as far as the menu, the crusted salmon was perfection, and I also enjoyed the filet and seafood risotto. I look forward to returning to give dessert a second chance. Definitely worth a visit while in SF! Truly exquisite experience! — Nick

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  6. Nicole

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall3food3service4ambience5
    Native San Franciscans, attended for a special occasion never been before. Food was average and almost too much attention because nonstop interruptions, even when my husband was making a toast it was interrupted by bread being almost dropped in our wine glass. Food was served so fast we finished 4 courses in less than an hour. Felt rushed and too attentive.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Knowing its a Michelin Star resturant, you come in expecting good food, and service. Expecting this, we were still very excited on our entire expericance. Yes the food was amazing. this is expected at this price point. But be warned, when you eat the lobster rosota, you will cry when you plate is empty. Just be preparied, its going to happen. But what stood out most to me was the service. There was an Army of people catering to everyone. Which meant water never got to half full, and even the bread was refilled through the meal. That was great. Some of those untangible things that effect your dinner was the fact that the "army" always had a smile on thier face. No grumpy, or your bothering me looks here. Just people happy to serve with a smile. It was noticed and appreciated. Special not to Rhonda, you are just AMAZING, and you made my folks night very special!!!!!!! and Borus, tx you very much for taking care of us. It could not have been better.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was delicious, not necessarily the best value, but the experience was worth it. Our waiters were on top of everything and very accommodating for our birthday celebration. I would definitely recommend it!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Tahoe

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was perfect. We love Gary Danko and look forward to going there when we’re in San Francisco. Thank you so much!!! Debbie

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  10. Sharon

    San Francisco

    56 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    56 reviews

    Dined on November 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Another fabulous night at Gary Danko! The service was impeccable, the food absolutely delicious and the restaurant is beautiful. And we had our favorite table! Thanks for the wonderful experience!!

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  11. ThomasS

    Vancouver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    High quality service and food, we had a great experience.

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of the best restaurants in the city! Service is top notch and so was the food and presentation. Always a treat to eat at Gary Danko!

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    An exceptional dining experience! Throughly enjoyed delicious food, drinks & ambience.

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  14. SophieB

    San Francisco

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this place! Food always excellent and the service is too! This visit was not a ‘special occasion’, we just wanted have an awesome dining experience!

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    Puerto Vallarta

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Top to bottom nothing less than amazing experience!!!! Thank you Gary Danko entire team!!

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  16. Alvin

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Never had a negative experience at GD! Always stellar in service and quality. A diverse menu executed well from openers through to dessert.

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  17. Sparkles

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Gary Danko is the best dining experience in San Francisco. There are so many wonderful choices that will please each person and the service and atmosphere are perfect. We always leave saying what a great experience we had and what a great value.

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  18. LisaP

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was absolutely amazing! The ambience, food and service were exceptional. While it is expensive I feel it is worth it especially for the special events.

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  19. DWolfe

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had been several years since I've dined and the experience was as good as I remembered it. Very expensive, but worth every penny if you want a world class fine dining experience.

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  20. LiviaC

    San Francisco

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic dinner as always. Outstanding service and great ambiance overall. This has been my go to restaurant for any special occasion. Simply the best in San Francisco. Thank you for everything.

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  21. Alan

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Been coming here for more than 7 years and still love the food, restaurant, ambiance and service. Keep it up!

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  22. SoCoEater

    San Francisco

    28 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience3
    Nice people but some underwhelming dishes and the service could have been more paced.

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  23. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Gary Danko exceeded our expectations. They were even so accommodating for our 6 year old who joined us last minute! The food, wine paring and ambiance was wonderful.

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    199 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    199 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Top of the SF food chain, this is one restaurant that gets better with time. New items on the 3/4/5 course prix fixe menu are welcome additions. Marvelous wine list, attentive professional service, and friendly attitude of the entire staff add to the flawless experience.

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  25. June

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    the staff really made the experience. Extremely friendly and kind. Food seemed a bit standard and didn't have as much uniqueness as I hoped (still tasted great, don't get me wrong)...but the cheese selection, wine pairing, and chocolate souffle at the end made it all worth it. Overall, I hope to eventually come back again in the future.

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  26. BrandieD

    Portland

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Took my brother here for his birthday. Had such a wonderful time; the food was delicious. Loved the menu options for the 5 courses and the added caviar option was perfect. The staff was attentive and welcoming. Great choice for a special occasion.

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  27. DerekM

    San Francisco

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Impeccable old world service meets modern and innovative California cuisine. Our group of 6 was treated to an exquisite dining experience. First visit in several years and I am delighted to report Gary Danko has not lost a step!

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  28. DebbieG

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We opted for the tasting menu and it was fabulous. We couldn't eat everything but was able to take home.

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  29. Joel

    Sacramento

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Incredible experience. They went out of the way for my girlfriend’s birthday dinner.

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a fantastic time! Food was great, service was great, atmosphere was great. Would come here again

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  31. RS4649

    Orange County

    32 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    This is our second time here. This is a very elegant restaurant with a beautiful ambience. All of the staff is quite friendly and attentive. My husband ordered the Chef’s Tasting Menu. He was quite pleased with every course as well as the wine pairing that accompanied the menu. With such a high caliber restaurant- and being quite picky- it would have been nice if the bread was warm and the butter was at least soft enough to spread on the bread. The bread itself was delicious. I ordered my own courses and the sommelier chose a pairing for me based upon my choices. Every course was amazing- especially the roasted lobster with the heavenly potato purée and the scallops- so lovely!! I love dessert and I made a huge mistake by not ordering the chocolate soufflé, like my very happy husband! I ordered the butter cake and was quite disappointed to be honest. Mastro’s has the upper hand on this butter cake. Overall though- a very lovely dinner in a beautiful setting.

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Gary Danko is our favorite SF restaurant and we always try to go for our special occasions. The quality of the food and the flexibility with the 3/4/5 course options is ideal for all. We went with another couple to celebrate my wife's birthday and our friend's promotion. We ordered a wide variety: cheese, lobster, lobster risotto, the two different tuna dishes, beef filet, and chocolate soufflé. All were just as good this time as we always remember it being. Keep doing what your doing! (maybe bring back the matchboxes 😉 ) We look forward to many more celebratory meals at Gary Danko.

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    とても素敵な接客でした。ハネムーンと伝えたらサプライズでお祝いしてもらえました!ありがとうございました!

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Service was impeccable . Food Portions was Perfect .

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  35. TomH

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous, as always. Bartenders are amazing. We come early for a drink at the bar before dinner. Impeccable service.

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best birthday dinner. Great ambience. I would come back again and again!

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  37. OpenTable Diner

    Baja California Sur

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As always excellent food with Duck confit and lobster entrée thatmelts in your mouth finish with the chocolate soufflé, that is decadent and delicious. I NEVER miss going here on every trip to San Francisco. Best restaurant in town!!!

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was delicious and the service was very attentive. I will definitely be going back!

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  39. JoaoV

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 7, 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience4
    Food so common but high prices. Be carefull when they offer a water. I asked for 2 waters and they brought 2 opened bottles with 1 L each other Therefore in the dinner we are in two people . They should have told us that was not necessary

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Top notch all the way around… I would like the try the cheese service next time

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available

FAQs

Gary Danko is rated 4.8 stars by 1109 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

9:30 PM


Booked 38 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
  • Cross street
    Hyde
  • Neighborhood
    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
  • Executive chef
    Gary Danko
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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