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Niku Steakhouse San Francisco Reviews
Perfection ruined.
We had an amazing dinner at Niku Steakhouse in San Francisco. We were celebrating a friendβs birthday and were in a festive mood. I will say, Niku is the single best steak house I have had the pleasure of experiencing; but I will not return. The
We had an amazing dinner at Niku Steakhouse in San
We had an amazing dinner at Niku Steakhouse in San Francisco. We were celebrating a friend's birthday and were in a festive mood. I will say, Niku is the single best steak house I have had the pleasure of experiencing, but I will not return.
This is an outrageously overpriced but very good
This is an outrageously overpriced but very good Japanese-influenced steakhouse that specializes in high-end meats (notably wagyu); I came three years ago and found it to be wonderful but too pricy, and that hasn't changed. The meats are sometim
The westholme wagyu tomahawk | 275 Is a bit pricey but with
The westholme wagyu tomahawk | 275 Is a bit pricey but with great portion! We also ordered crispy pork ear and beef tartare as appetizers The house rolls are also delicious
Returned to niku to celebrate our civil ceremony with a
Returned to niku to celebrate our civil ceremony with a tomahawk feast!! Reservations weren't too difficult to get but we booked the day the spot opened up. The atmosphere and service at Niku are top tier - you really feel the attention to detai
Never had legit Japanese A-5 Wagyu before coming here.
Went with a small portion of Bushu-gyu and a bunch of small plates. The steak was the best cut of beef I've ever had in my life, and it isn't even close. Beautiful texture, elegant salt. You would never dare use any sauce. Beef tartare was
Was very excited to try Niku after several glowing reviews
Was very excited to try Niku after several glowing reviews from people but honestly has to be one of the worst Michelin star meals I have had. Price performance for quality and service was not worth it. While the service was fine I'd say it wa
This place got a Michelin star thus I don't waste your on
This place got a Michelin star thus I don't waste your on describing how good their food are cooked, and of course they are excellent. 5 stars service very attentive. 5 star ambiance easy to talk.
Due to their temporary relocation to The Jay Hotel, we had
Due to their temporary relocation to The Jay Hotel, we had the chance to experience Niku Steakhouse in a different setting--and they still delivered the same exceptional steak and outstanding service they're known for. We came to celebrate my s
Came here for a birthday dinner and got to sit at the
Came here for a birthday dinner and got to sit at the countertop, which was a cool experience. We were not given complimentary wine like some other reviewers, but alas, we ordered a bunch of food: - crispy pig ears - pretty good start but I will say
Came here for me and my girlfriend's anniversary dinner,
Came here for me and my girlfriend's anniversary dinner, and the experience was absolutely lovely from start to finish. I'd mentioned the occasion when making our reservation, and the staff greeted us with complimentary wine - such a genero
Treasures family experience
We will treasure this experience as a family! The food is of course amazing, everything you would imagine a creative Michelin steakhouse would be. The wagyu βmeatballsβ should just be renamed to βthe best meatballs you will ever eat in your li
Yummy Wagyu
We tested a3, a4, and a5 in testing menu and it was really good. The only thing to complain was the chair at the bar was too high and my neck felt really painful.
Rushed us through our meal!
I felt like we were rushed through our dining experience. People Kept coming by the table too frequent and too often, everytime Iβd chew something someone would come by and say βcan I move that out of the way for yaβ not even joking!!! In tota
Bf surprised me with a reservation at Niku for our
Bf surprised me with a reservation at Niku for our anniversary. Inside was a similar vibe to any steak house but with a semi open kitchen. We sat at the chef's counter and got a front row seat to their steak grilling process. We opted for many dishes
Overall 3/5 Good service and ambiance, food is OK.
This place would be good for date night and they seem to be able to accommodate groups as well. It was easy for us to find parking. Our favorites - Beef tartare - Flatiron steak (surprisingly!) - Crispy potatoes Recommend to skip: - Dungeness cra
Wow what a phenomenal dinner.
We came here to celebrate our anniversary. The experience was top notch from start to finish. Granted they do have 1 Michelin Star. The spirits list was extensive - so many Japanese whiskeys to choose from! The service was very attentive. Every dish
My wife and I celebrated our 17 year wedding anniversary
My wife and I celebrated our 17 year wedding anniversary and I took her to Niku. I have been looking at this place for months and I am so glad I brought her on our special occasion. They took care of us. The server brought us complimentary champagne
We sat at the chefs table and it was an amazing experience,
We sat at the chefs table and it was an amazing experience, I don't think steak will be the same anywhere else after this. We had the wagyu charcuterie, which melted in our mouths. We got the crispy potatoes side, and its wagyu butter was light yet f
Very pricey steakhouse.
Legit marbled wagyu steaks here with good flavor! We got the 16 oz ribeye and the 6 oz A5 wagyu steak They cooked the steaks over an open ember roasting grill which was angled, I wasn't sure why they would do that since all the juicy fat goes down
Dearest Reader, Returning to Niku Steakhouse for the
Dearest Reader, Returning to Niku Steakhouse for the second time, I was once again captivated by the impeccable dining experience that defines this Michelin-starred establishment. The ambiance, a seamless blend of modern elegance and intimate comfor
We loved the corn tortellini appetizer with black perigold
We loved the corn tortellini appetizer with black perigold truffles. The steak was cooked perfectly and it was fun to watch them cook at the counter seats. The broccolini side was one of the better ones I've had recently. I'm not a huge fan of risott
Had my birthday dinner at this restaurant last night.
We had an amazing time. Superb food and service!
This was an amazing experience.
We were well taken care of. I cannot say enough about the service. The food was spectacular. Every dish was perfect and the Tomahawk was exceptional. We are going back for sure. Thank you Niku!! Michael
Best steakhouse and service I had in my life ! Tastes from
Best steakhouse and service I had in my life ! Tastes from all around the world cooked to perfection. We took his famous wagyu A3,4&5 and additional rib eye and new york cut. The design is super cool and the vive is unreal. Thank you chef Niku fo
I came here to celebrate my anniversary and it was one of
I came here to celebrate my anniversary and it was one of the best experiences! We sat at the chef's counter and was able to watch as they made all the food. We were given a little card, a mocktail, and a little appetizer - their take on avocado toas
I honestly have no issues here.
A great atmosphere and staff made it comfortable from the start. The drinks were fantastic and the food, specifically the Wagyu Tasting, blew me away. I didn't want it to end but through and through I thoroughly enjoyed myself. I would anticipate a
Tbh, i wasn't as impressed w/ this place as I thought I'd
Tbh, i wasn't as impressed w/ this place as I thought I'd be. When I arrived, despite having a reservation, I was told my table wasn't ready but I could wait at the bar. That's fine, but at the bar, nobody approached me to take a drink order or eve
service was stellar.
really good drinks. also really generous wine pours :) tried the ribeye - it was pretty good, nice medium rare. the seasoning was kind of bland though. the crispy potatoes are amazing. I love it! I'll probably try the Wagyu next.
I would give Niku 11 stars if I could.
I've been to Niku twice and had high expectations since it's a Michelin star steakhouse and they did not disappoint. I love sitting at the chefs counter to watch the chefs work their magic. Each dish is carefully curated and the flavors are always
We came here to celebrate my birthday.
We made reservations ahead of time. Parking is street parking. When we arrived at our table, there was a little birthday note for me. This was very thoughtful of them. We order a variety of things to share. We wanted to try everything, or most
Overrated
Customer service was good, despite a brief confusion with a restaurant policy. A couple of dishes were worth coming back for, but the food was overrated and overpriced in general. The ambiance had loud music, so itβs hard to hear anyone, includin
Food was very good.
Super buttery A5 wagyu with a great presentation by the staff to help us decide which to order. Apps and Sides were good portion. The beef tartar was definitely the favorite thing next to the Wagyu. Very professional staff and a great experience a
This place was my favorite new fancy restaurant in SF! It's
This place was my favorite new fancy restaurant in SF! It's located in the design district right across from the old Zinga building. The vibe was pretty fancy and dark, very intimate small spot. I ordered the bone marrow, the pickled vegetables, the
Came here to celebrate a birthday dinner last october and
Came here to celebrate a birthday dinner last october and the food was delicious! Ordered the kusshi oysters, buckwheat parker house rolls, crispy potatoes, prime ribeye, a5 tasting menu, wagyu tsukune, and a couple of other food items i put in the p
My wife and I had a ton of inKind credit, so we decided to
My wife and I had a ton of inKind credit, so we decided to splurge on Niku. This experience is by far the best service I've experienced in years. We got there when the restaurant opened, and were among the first couple of parties to be seated. Al
Go Experience a Michelin Star Restaurant
We made reservations here two months before our trip, for my husbands 60th birthday celebration. We sat at the βchefs tableβ, right up front overlooking the kitchen. We spoke to the chef and his chef de partie, during our dinner. It was amazin
Wow, what a diamond experience!
When we first arrived I thought the restaurant was closed by the lack of street and pedestrian activity. As we entered it became very evident that a appointment was the smart thing to do. I was in awe as I noticed the full house and activity ongoing.
A Birthday Celebration
This was my first time eating here. We had reservations so we were quickly seated. Not many of the staff were wearing masks. We ate family style. But I had the Washugyu Filet Mignon. All the starters and side dishes were delicious. I enjoyed the Ch
I have mixed feeling about this restaurant.
Food quality is really good but there are not many other options to pair with steak. A5 was too small and overpriced. Service was amazing too, especially managers were really nice. Ambiance is cool with an open kitchen. It was first time for me to tr
Hands down my absolute favorite restaurant in SF.
I've gone here for almost every random celebration I can think of . The food is amazing. It rotates from time to time, so theres always something new to try out on the menu. My all time favorites have to be the wagyu tartare and their different cuts
We love this place.
A5 tasting never lets you down. Definitely worth the splurge. We didn't have room for dessert first time but finally got to try it this time- I recommend their brownie- chocolatey perfection. I am taking one star away because they forgot our meatball
The team at Niku is obviously reaching for more Michelin
The team at Niku is obviously reaching for more Michelin Stars. Service was phenomenal. I love cooking, so I asked if I could sit with my beer for a bit at the counter and just watch the chefs cook. They not only accommodated my request, but Chefs Ce
This is the place I wanna come here every day if not
This is the place I wanna come here every day if not worrying about weight control ! Everything is amazingly delicious
For a long time, San Francisco didn't have a very good
For a long time, San Francisco didn't have a very good steakhouse. It has the big name brand chains like Mastro's, Morton's, and even Harris to name a few. They're good, but not great, and often times inconsistent due to the volume of steaks that the
Phenomenal service, and top quality meat.
The ribeye was cooked beautifully and the wagyu was out of this world!We sat at the chef's counter and had a great conversation with Chase. Chase is the man!
The food and service was exceptional! From the moment we
The food and service was exceptional! From the moment we walked in, the hostesses were super friendly and they seated us right away. Our entire dinner lasted for about 3 hours. We ordered the pig ears and chicory salad to start. My partner ordered th
Love the food and ambience! Service is also attentive and
Love the food and ambience! Service is also attentive and prompt! They sat out party of 3 at a larger table so we could order lots of appetizers to share and enjoy a comfortable experience. The meat were all cooked perfectly! The pig ears was actuall
I treated my family to Niku Steakhouse to experience the
I treated my family to Niku Steakhouse to experience the ambience, creative and delicious cuisine and outstanding service. Their attention to detail was spot. We all left happy and look forward to our next visit.Thank you for taking such good care of
New Year's Dinner
The best expierence, EXCELLENT service. The food superb. The attention the best in the world. Please go to the restaurant and enjoy the best service and food!
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