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Dearest Reader, Dining at Atelier Crenn once again, this
Dearest Reader, Dining at Atelier Crenn once again, this time in celebration of my husband's birthday, was a delightful experience, albeit with some unexpected turns. Due to its immense popularity, our request to expand the reservation was understandably not accommodated. For those drawn to Atelier Crenn by its widespread acclaim or the Chef's Table episode, it's essential to approach with an open mind, free from rigid expectations. The restaurant has evolved, embracing a pescatarian and dairy-free ethos. My second visit contrasted sharply with the first. While the passion, purpose, and artistry that define Atelier Crenn were palpable, the experience differed. Consistently, however, the service remains impeccable, the selection of seasonal and thematic dishes is curated with the finest ingredients, and the wine program is robust and thoughtfully designed. The seafood offerings were a highlight, reflecting the restaurant's commitment to excellence. This month's tasting menu had a distinct Californian influence. The clarity of the shrimp broth was impressive, though the compressed caviar, reminiscent of seaweed from Costco, was disappointing. The caviar's compression seemed to alter its glutamate structure, diminishing the umami. We opted for the "Study in the World of Wine" pairing, which exceeded expectations. The journey through wines of increasing salinity and minerality, culminating in the light-bodied wines often found in Montalcino and the mid-bodied selection found in Burgundy, was the evening's highlight. The thoughtful wine arrangements spoke volumes, often more than the dishes themselves. In essence, Atelier Crenn continues to be a bastion of culinary artistry, offering an ever-evolving dining experience that marries impeccable service with innovative gastronomy and a stellar wine program.
It's hard to put our experience into words, but here's an
It's hard to put our experience into words, but here's an attempt. One evening, my wife turned to me and said, "I'm working on an interior design homework assignment about 'Duality' and I need an artist to research. Do you have any recommendations?" My immediate response was, "Dominique Crenn." So.. the wife said: "Done.. my treat.. let's get inspired!" From the moment we arrived at Atelier Crenn, we were welcomed as if we were old friends. The sommelier, who somehow knew some of our friends from Mauna Loa (a lovely dive bar up the street), selected incredible bottles of wine for us. One dish, in particular, transported me back to my childhood with just one bite, bringing an embarrassingly blissful grin to my face that only the finest cuisine can elicit. A huge shout-out to the entire team at Atelier Crenn - you are creators of memories, dream weavers, and true visionaries. Thank you!
Went here for my birthday, had been curious about it for a
Went here for my birthday, had been curious about it for a long time. Courses were perfectly paced and portioned. Standouts included the apple cider truffle to start, the crab-three-ways course, the faux oyster made from frozen champagne and oyster essence, and the pine ice cream. I loved how they played with temperature - I found myself being forced to hold bites in my mouth a bit longer, move it around, etc due to the chill - sort of a clever way to force my hand in tasting the dish as it was intended. Only dish I didn't enjoy was a quite bitter uni and huckleberry one, but it was my partners top favorite so YMMV. Never had better service in my life. No notes there. The NA drink pairing was cool but I just know this place would make amazing cocktails. Oh well. Overall a wonderful experience! Amazing also how well they did without any dairy, love that new direction.
I feel so fortunate to share my thoughts on my second
I feel so fortunate to share my thoughts on my second dining experience @ Atelier Crenn Absolutely the Most creative delicately assembled vegan small plates highlighting locally grown flowers & produce A feast for the eyes as well as the palette The looks of each plate though gorgeously presented, can be delightfully deceiving as to their texture & complex flavors & ingredients The pairings of nonalcoholic beverages was superb, so varied & most delicious Impeccable service, but the soft-spoken descriptions were often hard to hear due to background convos‼ Dimly lit, feels very intimate, tables generously spaced apart‼ Very enjoyable background music, servers very knowledgeable & professional‼ Perfection & timing rules, yet the demeanor is warm & welcoming, from first entering to saying farewell‼ The host was much more than a maitre d, spending time @ our table to check in, explain the story & vision of Dominique Crenn & was so sincere & warmly genuine & shared that the kitchen had created an alternate course for our table ( I had casually mentioned to the hostess upon my arrival, that I did not enjoy the beet dish I was served on my 1st visit in December) ...wow, I was so impressed by this thoughtful gesture & it was delici He also gently explained the "cheering" we occasionally heard coming from the kitchen ( I inquired if the kitchen was watching a soccer game) & personally walked me to the door as I was leaving ( My "favorite" server had a lovely French accent that made every description sound even more magical & authentic) All in all, Just the most wonderful, memorable meal & evening, also planting a "seed" to visit Bar Crenn in the near future
Dominique Crenn is a food genius! Her creativity jumps off
Dominique Crenn is a food genius! Her creativity jumps off the menu and into your food hole with immense pleasure. Since I'm a poet myself, I cannot begin to explain the immense joy that her menu is paired with actual poetry she has written - amour pur et plaisir pour les yeux, le cœur et l'estomac! I cannot wait to visit again! Thank you for existing and thank you for the love you show to your guests. A purely magical place.
Hannah what is a server she was super nice and great.
I appreciate her knowledge about the menu. She was very helpful when it came to answer all her questions. The food was really great. The ambience was nice and can't wait to come back and try happy hour.
For a three star Michelin restaurant, it did not disappoint.
The restaurant is decorated beautifully and feels like a home dining room. I appreciate that the feel for guests to be recommended to use "dressy casual" clothing. It feels more "California" that way. The presentation of the delicious courses is impeccable. And the service is better than I've had at other starred restaurants. The food is a wonderful mix of vegetarian and fish options and really does celebrate the sea. Chef Crenn's summer '24 menu will keep us coming back for seasons to come.
Another 3 star that for me just wasn't quite worth the hype.
At 500 a person after tax tip you need to be blown away. Everything was good I have no complaints but I just didn't feel the wow factor unfortunately, which makes me a lil sad cause I've been eyeing this place for years. I also wonder since fine dining spots are known to change their menus seasonally if I just hit a not as impressive season. The first two courses started of really well. I really liked the popping sphere thing. But it just kind of tapered off a lil during the middle. The dessert tho omg that was excellent. Some things to note: they don't have liquor license so no cocktails just beer or wine. Also note that they are totally pescatarian which is cool and they def did some wonderful things with that. Overall, yes it was good... Of course it's gonna be good.. But was my mind blown away? Not so much. To be fair I didn't think Manresa nor French laundry really lived up to the hype either. I've also had a 3 star kaiseki in Japan and was also not blown away so maybe it's me I dunno. Either way if you're collecting fine dining, it's prob something you need to try yourself.
Atelier Crenn is a restaurant owned by chef Dominique
Atelier Crenn is a restaurant owned by chef Dominique Crenn, who also happened to work on the food design in the movie, The Menu. My cousin took me here as a graduation/birthday gift. This was my first time at a Michelin star restaurant, and the whole experience blew me away. When we first entered, the staff were very welcoming and checked in our coats. The restaurant itself offers a medium sized space and intimate experience that accommodates around 8 tables, give or take. This restaurant's menu is fully dairy-free and pescatarian, which we weren't aware of prior. Luckily for us, we love seafood. There were around 17 courses served, and while the portions seem tiny and non-filling, they add up over the course of the dinner. The courses offered were all fresh, with most of them having a strong acidic flavor profile. One notable dish we had was the amuse bouche which was a small ball that exploded with a cold, sweet, slightly acidic liquid. We asked the server about that dish and he explained the 15 step process it takes for that creation. The service was top notch, and the servers/chefs were very accommodating. At the end of our meal, I asked if they had hot chocolate because it wasn't on the menu and our server disappeared for a minute and came back to say "we've never made a hot chocolate here before, but the chef will make do. Is oat milk okay?" Hell yes! Overall, this place is pricey, but it is an experience and definitely worth a try at least once in your lifetime if you're into gastronomy and seafood.
Food is awesome.
I've had better experience at other 3 Michelin and even 2 Michelin star restaurants but I would still rate this food as 3 stars for inventiveness and quality. The staff made some mistakes but they were quick to recover. It was a little noisy but not too bad. Overall, I would highly recommend and would come back.
Came here for my anniversary and this is my first time
Came here for my anniversary and this is my first time experience 3 star Michelin dining. If you are not a fan of sour/vinegary/pickled flavors, this months menu is not be for you. Compared to other fine dining spots I have been to, atelier crenn puts a lot of thought into presentation. The silverware, plates, and decorations were curated to each dish beautifully. As for the food itself, my favorite main courses were the cauliflower & caviar and dry aged black cod. I do wish there were more warm dishes since many were cold, as well as more diverse flavor profiles since many of the vegetable dishes had a strong pickled flavor. I'm also not a big fan of beets so that course I would have like replaced with another seafood dish. Overall thoughts - service was great as expected and restaurant is beautiful - it is very expensive and as someone who really loves meat, I would prefer to go somewhere that has that - food wasn't my favorite but I did enjoy the experience and thoughtfulness in each dish. They have their own farm which is cool. - dessert and the matcha yuzu drink I had was amazing
Disappointment sums up my experience at Atelier Crenn.
I had been looking forward to trying it for the first time, with very high expectations. Unfortunately, everything fell short - the food, the service, and the atmosphere. The atmosphere was cramped and overly loud, creating a chaotic environment that detracted from the dining experience. Service was disorganized. With all the waiters responsible for every table, there was no opportunity to establish a rapport with any one of them. I had to request the menu twice before it finally arrived, and one waiter even spilled water on the table while filling the glass, neglecting to clean it up. As for the food, it was simply terrible. There was nothing special or interesting about it. Each dish was served cold, some even excessively so, and overly sour - the beet ceviche was inedible. While the presentation was commendable, the taste was thoroughly disappointing. NOT RECOMMENDED!!!!!
Atelier Crenn has a really cute, tiny space inside, but for
Atelier Crenn has a really cute, tiny space inside, but for the price, my visit wasn't quite what I was hoping for. The staff were super friendly, but maybe a bit new because they seemed to fumble a little. The tasting menu was all about bold flavors, with lots of fermented and really acidic stuff. It's cool to try new things, but some of it, like the beet dish, was way too sour for me to even finish. The first course being a sweet apple juice threw me off a bit too. Sure, the tasting menu had a whopping 19 dishes! But they were tiny portions, so by the end, we were still hungry after spending a ton of money. For me, it wasn't quite the experience I was looking for, and I wouldn't recommend it to everyone.
Second time here.
Just not tasty. First time two years ago was fabulous. Maybe a new chef? Not sure. Or just a bad night for them.
The food was delightful and multi-faceted in hitting
The food was delightful and multi-faceted in hitting different taste buds. Dishes were well thought out, and we were especially impressed by the crab dishes and abalone dish. We really enjoy the interactions with the staff. They were friendly and enjoyed dialogues about the dishes.
What can you say about dining at Atelier Crenn that isn't
What can you say about dining at Atelier Crenn that isn't already know. The service is excellent and their are so attentive. The interior is warm and very pleasant. And the food...it's no wonder that it has 3 Michelin Stars with it's fresh, quality food that raises presentation to a whole other level. I would recommend trying their non-alcoholic pairing. It it so creative and unique. One of the best drink pairings I have had and actually preferred it to wine pairings because it was so different and fit perfectly with the dishes.
My family and I dined here on 12/21/2023 to celebrate my
My family and I dined here on 12/21/2023 to celebrate my husband's birthday. The food, presentation, experience were all superb. Chef Dominique was so gracious to say Hello and we took some pics with her at Bar Crenn. Coincidentally Coach Steve Kerr and his wife were there and of course more photos were taken. Coach Kerr was so friendly and approachable and chatted with us for a little bit. Overall an amazing dining experience with memorable surprises we could have never planned!
A colleague and I had dinner at Atelier Crenn two days ago.
Aside from the abalone and cod, everything else on the multi-course menu was not very delicious. The presentation of each course was beautiful, but unfortunately, the food did not the presentations. I ordered a glass of champagne ($50) to start the repast, and the glass was only half filled. I ordered the lower- priced wine accompaniment ($300), and again, the glasses were only half filled. Only one time did the server add some wine to one of my glasses. The ambience is spartan at best, with no tablecloths and nothing on the walls. With only eight tables in the small room, you would expect a quiet space, but it was quite loud and my guest and I had difficulty hearing the servers and the sommelier. My colleague and I had dinner at Quince three or four years ago, and the meal there was spectacular. We were both thoroughly disappointed.
Impeccable professional service, Almost
Impeccable professional service, Almost choreographed! Each course beautifully presented & served , including ever changing flatware & plates ! Knowledge & explanation proudly shared! Simple yet elegant ambiance & decor! Unfortunately I took many more pictures but they did not post & I'm not sure where they went?!
What more can be said.
Incredible presentation, story telling, service, and flavor combinations. Only giving 4 stars because one of the dishes was unfortunately a bit overly-salted to our liking.
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