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Benu San Francisco Reviews
Benu was superb.
I really loved the exterior zen garden vibes matched with the contemporary tatami indoors. Service was also noteworthy and outstanding. To start, the bread and honeycomb butter were scrumptious. The bread had the texture of sourdough, but extremely
This place was absolutely perfect.
I celebrated my bday here and they brought out a music box with a cake underneath which was so cute. The winter melon cold infusion was to die for. I think about it at least twice a week. Some of the menu items were out of my pallet range but I love
This was an extremely pleasant experience.
The staff is super friendly and professional, which should be expected. Overall, I liked the experience and food, but for a THREE Michelin Star restaurant I did expect a bit more. The presentations were a million out of ten but the taste of the m
Wow. Benu takes Asian cuisine to a whole new level. There
Wow. Benu takes Asian cuisine to a whole new level. There are flavors from Chinese, Japanese and Korean food that is amazing. I am not a huge fan of quail, but wow. The quail presented was so delicious. The small bites were perfect to get you in moo
My partner and I came for our anniversary dinner and
My partner and I came for our anniversary dinner and although we've had fine dining around SF, I'm surprised that I've never heard of Benu before. The staff was amazing, our main server Alfred/Alfredo (sorry if I am misremembering) was
Wanted to treat my parents here to celebrate my dad's
Wanted to treat my parents here to celebrate my dad's birthday. Benu is a 3 Michelin star restaurant so I was prepared to drop a pretty penny here, roughly $550 per person. That said, I do believe that the meal mostly warranted the high price.
It was time to celebrate my mother's birthday and what
It was time to celebrate my mother's birthday and what better way than to take her to the Micheline star Benu. The restaurant is a bit too stark for my taste, it's very minimal was lack of art or plants or color to have a welcoming atmosphe
Benu was very good.
But truthfully for the price, it's four stars at best. I wonder if the appeal is that many dinners have not tasted Asian cuisine. Majority of the dishes were slightly elevated versions of traditional Chinese or Korean offerings. This maybe means
Is it good? Yes Is it $520/person after tax tip good?
Is it good? Yes Is it $520/person after tax tip good? Debatable but I'd lean no. To be fair I also didn't think French laundry and atelier crenn nor addison was worth the price. I think it's so hard these days to really justify a $50
When I way it all out and consider the cost, this might be
When I way it all out and consider the cost, this might be one of the least impressive 3 Michelin star meals I've had. I would say the short rib, bread, and milk pudding did wow me, but most of the other stuff was good, but not exceptional. The
Fantastic Asian cuisine
Benu was fabulous. I had rarely visited a fine dining Asian restaurant but all the food here was genuinely faultless. From a plump sea urchin starter to a delicious fish dish to delicate desserts, the kitchen clearly knows how to create elegant and f
An absolute experience, a must try.
Perfection on all points. Variety of different dishes where amazing and fun to see how creative, detailed and colorful the chef put into each dish that made our experience fun and tasteful.
This was a long overdue review, my boyfriend took me to
This was a long overdue review, my boyfriend took me to Benu for my birthday a few years ago, and it was one of the most amazing meals I have ever had. From the service to the food, everything was top notch. Walking in, the ambiance was a little simp
TLDR: One of the most enjoyable eating experiences we've
TLDR: One of the most enjoyable eating experiences we've ever had! With these fine dining, 3 Michelin star places, there's a diminishing returns when it comes to food quality. I have come up with a theory, that a restaurant must do something else to
Had an amazing night at Benu.
Impeccable service and unforgettable dishes. And this is after an immediate visit to Single Thread Farm - yes, I love Benu more! There were many standouts for me and also really appreciate the simplicity in approach to food - they tasted amazing and
Benu is a three Michelin star restaurant with a minimalist
Benu is a three Michelin star restaurant with a minimalist interior which felt spacious. I really enjoyed how much distance there were between tables for many Michelin restaurants have felt not as intimate. It's very unfortunate but the flavors of so
Really, truly exceptional.
Everything is so dialed in here - the food is executed so perfectly, the service is very attentive and perceptive while not overbearing in the least. The beginning courses are highlight after highlight, and it continues throughout. Insane, technicall
We went earlier this month.
Food: It's world-class and absolutely lives up to the 3 stars. Everything from start to finish was superbly creative and delicious. That consistency is what sets Benu apart. Other restaurants can be hit or miss depending on the dish. I've personall
We went here for our 31st anniversary dinner.
We took the 530 seating. It was a crisp San Francisco May evening and the inside of the restaurant was inviting. The staff welcomed us right away and had a very friendly, yet professional vibe. The service here is impeccable. We had pre-submitte
3-star yes - but no glow
Is Benu a 3-star restaurant? For creativity, intelligence, dedication, flavours and sheer brilliance of the individual dishes, the answer is yes. But I walked away feeling somewhat empty. Reflecting on it, I think the dishes were individually bril
If you're planning a special night out in San Francisco,
If you're planning a special night out in San Francisco, you absolutely must visit Benu. It's not just a meal; it's a full-blown culinary adventure. The place has a minimalist vibe that's both elegant and welcoming--perfect for losing yourself in a p
Absolutely fabulous meal from start to finish.
I went alone during the week - it was not hard to find a reservation for a 3 Michelin star restaurant. I felt like I was watched carefully and well taken care of by the staff from the moment I walked in to the moment I got into my Uber. The food was
Finally made it to Benu for Valentine's Day dinner and it
Finally made it to Benu for Valentine's Day dinner and it leaves up to the price tag, hype and 3 Michelin star rating. The outside is full of traditional Korean onggi jars and is a super beautiful garden area. The entrance is very unassuming - Ive
I would call this an amazing experience! The food, the
I would call this an amazing experience! The food, the service and the ambience were all just great. The meal lasted approximately 3 1/2 hours. i've really don't know how to explain it besides that. It was really phenomenal.
Even for SF, this place is expensive.
I came here on a Thursday night with a reservation for 8 people to take my clients out after Dreamforce. Between the dinner and 3 bottles of wine, the bill ended up being ~$5000 dollars (this was with 20% gratuity included). The quality, aesthetics/
Wow! What an amazing experience for a special occasion! We
Wow! What an amazing experience for a special occasion! We came for a belated Valentine's Day dinner on a Thursday night and loved every moment. The minute you walk into the secluded courtyard that leads to the front entrance you see the traditional
Service was great, waiters are all friendly and pay
Service was great, waiters are all friendly and pay attention to everyone. BEST BBQ QUAL I ever had in my life. Flavors were all yummy but I put 4stars only because the flavors are very similar and basic, tasted literally like my moms food. Felt like
This one is the worst so far.
The food was creative but not to the three star level, the service was awful, you have to wave to get the waiters attention to add water or change plates for you. What's more horrifying is I got possible food poisoning, spent the whole day next day i
Food service ambiance all of them are perfect Only thing I
Food service ambiance all of them are perfect Only thing I can think of from my personal point is server was keep changing when they deliver food so didn't know who is our server but there was enough people out there to help us
I LOVED the ambience here and would come back here just for
I LOVED the ambience here and would come back here just for their sikhye. the food and service is spectacular as would expect from a 3 michelin star restaurant. but wow that sikhye tho....I want a lifetime supply of that.
A Yelp rating doesn't do Benu any justice.
Dining here was hands down the best dining experience of my life. Went here with five good friends (who are quite the fine dining foodies themselves) and all agreed it was an unparalleled adventure from beginning to end. Easily the most expensive mea
Delicious dinner for a special occasion.
Before entering, the outdoors of the restaurant has fish drying on a rack, soy sauce fermenting, and blocks of soybeans hanging from the roof. Very calming ambiance. Standout items: 1) carefully crafted glass noodles in mussel - beautiful to look at
Best of the best
This is the, not one of, but the finest restaurant in the country. It's every bit as creative as a 3 star restaurant in France. Corey Lee's melding of local ingredients with Asian fusion sauces, marinades and soups are so brilliant. It is costly a
I came here for my graduation dinner.
They were very thoughtful for printing out "Happy Graduation" in the menu. The servers carefully explained the history of the dish and how it was made which I really appreciate. They have unique dishes served here and I loved everything exc
What a unique dining experience! The service was impeccable
What a unique dining experience! The service was impeccable and the food was delicious. I really appreciated the minimal decor and the kitchen was so clean. We had a wonderful time here and even got to meet the chef! Would definitely recommend for a
I was expecting a lot given the price tag, but it exceeded
I was expecting a lot given the price tag, but it exceeded my expectations. I usually think small plates means small food, but we left the dinner totally satisfied. The variety, quality, imagination, and overall experience was superb. This dining
I made a reservation on Tock a month in advance to
I made a reservation on Tock a month in advance to celebrate my fiancé's birthday. I picked the 5:30pm time and prepaid - $375 per person + 20% tip + tax. This place was highly recommended by a couple of people, so I was excited to try it since it w
You might be asking yourself--is it worth it to go on Tock
You might be asking yourself--is it worth it to go on Tock to nab one of the few reservations, the price of the dinner, the drive to the City---yep, yep and yep.For us, the difference between this 3 star Michelin restaurant and others in the area is
Well, we expect a lot from a 3-star Michelin restaurant.
My husband and I drove 8 hours from LA to Benu. They didn't disappoint us. We loved the food, service and atmosphere. Every dish is full of flavors and surprises. The servers were attentive and made the dinning experience very enjoyable.
We came here to celebrate our anniversary and what an
We came here to celebrate our anniversary and what an exceptional experience Benu was. I wasn't expecting anything less for a three star Michelin restaurant, but 'wow' is all I could muster up to describe our dinner here. From the moment we made th
My boyfriend took me to Benu for my birthday a couple of
My boyfriend took me to Benu for my birthday a couple of days ago and this was honestly one of the best dining experiences I've ever experienced. I got to say, the three Michelin stars are very well deserved. We started off with 8 different small del
The environment of Benu Restaurant is characterized by
The environment of Benu Restaurant is characterized by elegance, sophistication and refinement. The restaurant is designed in a contemporary style with fine art hanging on the walls, creating a modern feel. The restaurant is furnished and decorated i
Pork belly in winter,I did not eat one piece ,but three
Pork belly in winter,I did not eat one piece ,but three start Michelin restaurant server just took away without asking anything wrong with it.
One of the highlights of our San Francisco vacation was to
One of the highlights of our San Francisco vacation was to have been dinner at Benu, the recipient of 3 Michelin stars, which instantly made me want to eat there.I'm not a huge Asian food fan. I like noodle-y things and egg rolls - that's pretty much
Very impressive.
You can get beautiful and delicious food with amazing service at many places. But the creativity and visual effect differentiate this place. Meeting Chef Corey Lee was an experience to remember. Didn't know what to expect. Quite a take home that so
This review is coming late, but Benu is deserving of its
This review is coming late, but Benu is deserving of its three-Michelin star distinction and was one of the best (if not the best) meals I have ever had. The service and food were phenomenal, and I do believe it is worth the price tag for a special o
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