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Gary Danko

Name: Gary Danko
Address: 800 N Point Street, San Francisco, CA, United States, 94109
Telephone: (415) 749-2060
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.8

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$50 and over

Contemporary French / American

800 N Point Street, San Francisco, CA 94109

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2 people

Jul 6, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 14 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

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 Star2023
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 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
Neighborhood
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, Bar/Lounge, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Bar Counter
Multiple dates available
Reserve a seat at the bar and choose between a la carte or prix fixe dining. Indulge in a heavenly plate of hand selected artisanal cheeses and a glass of champagne, or embark on a five-course culinary adventure with perfectly paired wines. The lively atmosphere of the restaurant will showcase the ambiance of the restaurant.
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!

Popular dishes

What 1,820 people are saying

Gary Danko 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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

San Francisco
Great for fine wines

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Gary Danko offers a "phenomenal dining experience" with "exceptional service" and "delicious food." Guests rave about the "impeccable presentations" and "generous portions." The restaurant is cherished for special occasions, and its "warm and charming ambiance" complements the "innovative yet classical cuisine." A must-visit for fine dining in San Francisco.

1,821 Reviews

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Jim VIP
Dallas - Fort Worth28 reviews
5.0
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is a great experience. We eat at Gary Danko every time we come to San Francisco (we're from Dallas). It NEVER disappoints. The food is great, the service is great, and the atmosphere is great. The dinner was even more special, because we wished our niece a happy birthday. Gary Danko is our niece and her partner's favorite place. Their son even hinted "I wish I could go to Gary Danko" because he has heard so much about Gary Danko from my niece and her partner.
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Andrea VIP
Kent2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was truly one of the most memorable experiences I have had. So much more than “dinner”, a journey of flavours leaving you with the biggest smile on your face. Attention to detail by all the staff was amazing, everyone seemed to go out of their way and go the extra step to make you and your evening special. Thank you for the memory.
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Joerg VIP
South Carolina1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Went there for our 10-year wedding anniversary. Food, wine and the service were amazing and we enjoyed every single bite and sip.
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Jonathan VIP
San Francisco Bay Area3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our second visit and it did not disappoint. There are so many great things to say about Gary Danko, but one thing we appreciated about this fine dining experience compared to others was the flexibility in choosing how many courses we wanted. We each opted for 4 courses. My husband enjoyed two glasses of wine that he thought were excellent. I did not see a green salad on the menu but hoped I could start with one, and the one they sent to the table was perfect. Every course was delicious but the cheese course, where we each picked 4 cheeses off the cart, was the most fun and amazing. The chocolate soufflé with 2 sauces was also “an experience.” Our server JC was the exact right amount of attentive. Gary Danko is where to go in SF for a special occasion or just to eat delicious food with impeccable service. Highly recommend.
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Bruce
San Francisco Bay Area3 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Once again, Gary Danko delivered. Fantastic service and amazing food.
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Michael VIP
San Francisco Bay Area78 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Gary Danko is simply an outstanding restaurant. We enjoyed the 5 course meal with wine pairings. The food is excellent and exquisitley prepared. One interesting part of Gary Danko's approach to a 5 course meal is that you have a choice of several different dishes for each course. My wife and I each chose different dishes for several of the courses. And the wine is paired to the specific dish. So, we each had different wines. The paired wines were all excellent. If we had any issue with the meal it is that the helpings are somewhat sizable and we were both completely full by the end of the meal. This is not like several other tasting meals that we have experienced where the helping sizes are reduced. Fortunately, the restaurant offers 3 course, 4 course or 5 course selections. For next time, we may go with the 4 course selection. The level of service is unmatched at any San Francisco restaurant. We want to particularly recognize the two servers we spent the most time with. First, our primary waiter was named JC. He was outstanding- friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. The other was the Sommelier Carson. We have had wine tastings at many fine restaurants around the world, but Carson was the most knowledgeable sommelier of any we have experienced. And Carson was able to explain why the particular wine matched with the specific food. We were amazed that we spent 3 hours for the meal, but the time seemed to go by quickly, in large part due to the outstanding and friendly service. We have eaten at Gary Danko in the past, and think this restaurant just continues to get better and better over time. We will definitely be back!
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Kelvin
Alabama5 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
First time at this restaurant and celebrate my anniversary having a lot of fun with my wife, delicious food and drink. The only thing you have to pay attention is the noise we’re sitting close to the bar so it’s hard for us to hear our conversations. Also, the five courses meal took about three hours to complete to me is quite long before our experience is great and I strongly recommend people to experience this fancy restaurant.
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Susan
San Francisco Bay Area1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a terrific dinner at Gary Fanko. The main courses, in particular, were delicious. We’ll be back!
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Howard VIP
San Francisco Bay Area47 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Superb service and delicious dishes. Plus a take home gift was a lovely extra.
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Harvey
San Francisco Bay Area32 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service were great. The dining room was a little noisy as it was full. Even though they lost one star, Gary Danko is still the best in my book for that special dining experience to celebrate special occasions.
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FAQs

Gary Danko is rated 4.8 stars by 1820 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 6, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 14 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
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
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

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

Gary Danko

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About this restaurant

Why they're an Icon

Additional information

Experiences

Bar Counter

Private Dining Room

Popular dishes

Baked Chocolate Soufflé

Tofu Scallops

Seared Scallops

Menu

What 1,820 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

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