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Niku Steakhouse

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$50 and over
Steakhouse
61 Division St., San Francisco, CA 94103

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 45 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • 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 Star2023
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    MICHELIN 1 Star2022

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 St., San Francisco, CA 94103
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
    2. MICHELIN 1 Star 2022
  • Neighborhood
    SOMA
  • Cross street
    Division / Henry Adams
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Niku Steakhouse's menu was last updated on 2/21/2023.

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 915 people are saying

                                                    Niku Steakhouse reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                                                    Overall ratings and reviews

                                                    Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                    4.7
                                                    4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                    • 4.7Food
                                                    • 4.7Service
                                                    • 4.5Ambience
                                                    • 4.1Value

                                                    Noise • Moderate

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                                                    • San Francisco Bay Area

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                                                    • San Francisco

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                                                    Review summary

                                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                    Niku Steakhouse offers a "sublime experience" with "incredible food and service." The Wagyu tasting menu is a standout, featuring "the best steaks in San Francisco." Guests rave about the "spectacular" tomahawk and attentive staff who enhance special occasions. The ambiance is cozy and perfect for celebrations.
                                                    915 Reviews

                                                    1. daniel

                                                      San Francisco Bay Area3 reviews

                                                      4.0

                                                      Dined 1 day ago

                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                      2. Food 4
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                      We started the dinner with bone marrow and crispy pig ears, both of which were tasty and addictive. I especially liked that they gave us chopsticks to enjoy the pig ears. They were crispy outside, soft and had some chewiness inside, sweet and perfect with alcohol. We had the flat iron and tomahawk as main courses. Both were decent but not homeruns. We ordered medium rare and I suspected a little more charred may have added more flavors but oh well. Pickled vegetables were good companions but I wish them being more sour and flavorful to kickstart the main courses. Good selections of wines and drinks.

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                                                    2. OpenTable Diner

                                                      Orange County1 review

                                                      5.0

                                                      Dined 3 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Amazing services .. the services and food was amazing and our server made the whole Experiences Fun and enjoyable

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                                                    3. Pheng

                                                      San Francisco Bay Area1 review

                                                      1.0

                                                      Dined on June 26, 2025

                                                      1. Overall 1
                                                      2. Food 4
                                                      3. Service 1
                                                      4. Ambience 2
                                                      The overall experience was just okay. The food was good, but it wasn’t extraordinary—it didn’t leave a lasting impression or feel particularly memorable. That’s not to say it wasn’t well-prepared; it just didn’t stand out as exceptional. What significantly impacted our visit, however, was the service. My partner and I were new to both Wagyu steak and fine dining in general, so we wanted to take our time and ease into the experience by ordering a few items gradually. Unfortunately, our server didn’t seem to respect that approach. Instead, she repeatedly pressured us to order more—suggesting we’d still be hungry or encouraging us to try additional lighter sides and steaks—when we were simply trying to enjoy the evening at our own pace. We want to acknowledge who this server was, though I don’t recall her name. She appeared to be Asian American, and we had a 5:30 pm reservation, making us one of the first guests seated that evening. From the start, her demeanor felt a bit judgmental, as though she saw an opportunity to upsell rather than help us enjoy what was meant to be a special birthday celebration for my partner.

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                                                    4. Claire

                                                      San Francisco Bay Area1 review

                                                      5.0

                                                      Dined on June 25, 2025

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      No words can ever express the overall experience and food. We have become their regulars FOREVER! Love the whole team. The food is and ALWAYS be perfect to perfection

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                                                    5. Gunn VIP

                                                      San Francisco Bay Area6 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      Dined on June 25, 2025

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Wonderful experience for business meal. I will definitely be back again

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                                                    6. Simon-Pier VIP

                                                      Greater Boston2 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      Dined on June 25, 2025

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Everything was perfect. Food stunning with a top notch service!

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                                                    7. Ina VIP

                                                      San Francisco Bay Area20 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      Dined on June 16, 2025

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 4
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      The best food in San Francisco. And sitting at the chef’s counter is an absolute treat.

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                                                    8. Maricela VIP

                                                      San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      Dined on June 16, 2025

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Wonderful experience, dinner presentation was exquisite

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                                                    9. Patrick VIP

                                                      Houston25 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      Dined on June 12, 2025

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      My favourite restaurant in the city, delicious food, outstanding service, great selection of cocktails, wine and spirits.

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                                                    10. Nathaniel

                                                      Phoenix / Arizona1 review

                                                      5.0

                                                      Dined on June 11, 2025

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      I found the food to be exceptional, however if you are really hungry I would recommend something other than Wagyu. It comes in 3 and 6 ounce portions. Watching the chef prepare the ever popular tomahawk cut, which is a much larger portion, would have been preferable.

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                                                    FAQs

                                                    Niku Steakhouse is rated 4.7 stars by 915 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 45 times today
                                                    Google Map for Niku Steakhouse

                                                    61 Division St., San Francisco, CA 94103

                                                    Dining areas

                                                    Additional information

                                                    • Award-winning
                                                      1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
                                                      2. MICHELIN 1 Star 2022
                                                    • Cross street
                                                      Division / Henry Adams
                                                    • 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
                                                      Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, 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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