San Francisco Michelin Star Restaurant – Gary Danko

November 5, 2022

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Gary Danko is a 1-Star Michelin restaurant in San Francisco, just a block from Ghirardelli Square.

Gary Danko could be considered more reasonably priced than other Michelin Star restaurants in the downtown San Francisco area. However, don’t expect a cheap meal; the prices are still fine dining and will set you back a minimum of $150 a person after taxes.

There are different dining options and an extensive drink menu. You can choose from a tasting menu or build a 3 to 5-course meal. The entrees are not small like many fine dining restaurants, so you won’t be hungry if you choose the 3-course meal option.

Our Experience

Our reservation was for 6:30 PM, and we were seated immediately after our coats were taken for storage.

Menus, water, and amuse bouche were promptly delivered to our table as we were getting settled. We’d looked over the menu before arriving, so we knew we would both be ordering a 3-course dinner. My husband also ordered a drink.

All the food and drinks were brought out promptly, and we never waited more than a few minutes for our plates to be cleared and the next course delivered. Each dish was described as it was placed in front of us. Plating was fun but not pretentious. All of the food we tried was delicious and filling!

Pan Seared Scallops with foam at Gary Danko

At the end of our meal, we were brought some small treats and some pineapple cakes to go for later.

All of the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. While I always feel out of place at fine dining restaurants, the staff made us feel welcome. There was also a wide variety of guests at the restaurant; the diners didn’t seem to favor any particular age group.

We had a great time and enjoyed the food. I would consider returning if I revisit San Francisco!