So happy I stumbled upon this spot because it ended up being the perfect place to celebrate a birthday! I've definitely seen videos about this restaurant before, but never really pieced together where it was or what type of food they served. Luckily, I was able to get a res for two about a week in advance. The staff was so friendly and accommodating, especially our waiter. He made great convo with us throughout the night, and we even found out we're both from the city, which is rare these days. The vibe inside was intimate in the best way for a date night. Anytime there's a prix fixe menu, we're usually drawn to it if it feels worth the price because it makes the decision process easier, and honestly, the chef knows better than we do. We went with the 5-course tasting menu for $87 per person. I was a little worried it wouldn't be enough food, but it definitely filled us up. My favorites were the bread and butter (even though it wasn't part of the tasting menu), the seared black cod, and the yuzu appetizer. Would definitely recommend this place for a fancy night out! read more

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We had options of a 5 course menu or a 7 course menu during our reservation time at 6PM. We had an option to dine at 6:30PM for a chef's table tasting menu, but with the other member of the party having allergies of some stuff, we decided to go with the 5 / 7 option since the chef's table option didn't accommodate for allergies as it was an as-is thing. Between the 5 and 7, we decided to go for the 7. They confirmed all was good allergy-wise, etc. We each tried a red wine and those were pretty solid. Within our 7 courses, it came with the following - 1. Steamed Egg Yolk - perigord truffle, onion blossom, chilled delta asparagus - came with a side of a crispy flavorful bite as well. We ate that first, following by the egg and it was rather refreshing. So much flavor packed into a half shell. It also came with milk bread rolls and butter - so good. 2. Spring Greens - red little gems, fava bean ricotta, brokaw avocado - well dressed light salad. We were offered more milk bread rolls and of course we said yes. 3. Cured Hiramasa - yuzu, salted cucumber, smoked chives. Wasn't too sure what this was, but it wasn't bad. This and the prior dish were the least memorable in my opinion. 4. Squid Ink Tagliolini - California artichoke, fennel confit, pie mussels - so i thought it would have those items within the pasta dish, but it was all blended in. Definitely tasted mussel-ly without seeing the muscles. Pretty awesome dish. The pasta texture felt handmade, and it was really good as well. I'd prefer mine a bit less done, but flavor wise was wonderful. 5. Seared Black Cod - alguashte, chayote, pearl onion - This is the dish to come back for, if they have it that night. One of the best black cod dishes I've had, mostly because of how well it cut and how soft and buttery it was. So good! 6. Aged Liberty Farm Duck - Koji glaze, pork & duck meatball, morel - Pretty solid dish as well! All was cooked well and it looked great before and after the glaze. Yum. 7. Coffee and Caramel - Coffee mascarpone, brown butter, wild blueberry, soy caramel - Not a caramel fan, but thankfully not too much of that here. Pretty soft dessert with a base for texture. Good texture and flavors. We also got some tea and coffee (French press, no lattes or cappuccino / espresso unfortunately) and that was good as well. The environment was nice and casual, and there was a spot that was brighter but it seemed some event was going in there when we went. We had a really good time and the service was good as well. For around $200 a person after the meal, alcohol, tea/coffee, it didn't seem too bad overall. read more

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I celebrated a large birthday here with my parents and perhaps the restaurant is fatigued with the number of Birthdays and anniversaries celebrated here. I received a small scoop of ice cream with a candle to celebrate, they should do more. The food: Mixed green salad : Basic greens with a heavy Cesar dressing - 2.5 out of 5 Risotto - Smokey flavors from the chicken fat cooked al dente 3.5 out out of 5 Lamb shepherds pie - Best dish here, a bit salty but excellent mashed potato's and the braised lamb was delicious 4 out of 5 Rack of lamb - Cooked correctly, but served at room temperature, smaller portion, safe basic interpretation of this dish 3.5 out of 5 Service - Well trained, but not warm. The hostess was great, but the wait staff almost had an assembly line feel. Overall 3 out of 5 stars - There was no single dish which would inspire me to come back. read more

We made a reservation to have our anniversary dinner here, we parked at the Japantown garage and it was an easy 5 minute walk. We chose to get the 5 course so that we could try a larger variety of dishes, we were worried that it wouldn't be enough food, but it was more than enough especially with the sides that came with the main dishes. My favorite dishes were the sturgeon dip, the milk bread rolls, the lamb, the shepards pie that came as a side, and the hazelnut banana dessert. I found the pasta dishes, especially the one in the broth, to be a bit too salty. I did enjoy the variety of dishes and the flavors overall. I think this is a great place for a Michelin star meal that won't break the bank, I would come back for another occasion to try their evolving menu. read more

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7 Adams is one of those restaurants I've been wanting to try for quite a while and I'm so excited that I finally got to try ! Service was attentive and everyone was so sweet. They explained every single dish you're about to receive. Opted for the 5 course menu. Menu does rotate seasonally! Keep it in mind. Every bite was a surprise, a delight and worth every bit of savoring. My favorite was definitely their own take of shepherd's pie! Delicious, a truly fun dinner to experience. Ambiance is moody & romantic- very cozy I will say which can be a downside to some (I was overheating like crazy but I think that's more of a me problem) Definitely a must try at least once! read more

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I came here for my anniversary and I was really excited to eat here because I heard a lot of positive things about this place. My boyfriend made a reservation 3 weeks in advanced. The inside is cozy and a bit dimly lit. The service was really standout because of the friendly and attentive service. My boyfriend and I got the seasonal 5 course pre-fixe menu. This was about $87 per person. The amouse bouche was a Japanese milk bread. The bread was an absolute winner in my book because it was fluffy and just had a nice taste. The butter was really smooth and went well with the bread. The first course was a crudo. The fish tasted really fresh and I was content with how it tasted. I also got the Monterey squid which was an extra $7. The squid was cooked well and didn't have a tough texture. I think the real let down was the rice because it was too mushy for my preference. I liked the flavors all together and it tasted refreshing. For the main course, I had the trout. I liked how the skin was crispy and I thought the portion size was nice. The bone broth was a bit too salty and this overpowered the taste of the fish. I would also be remiss if I didn't mention how small the lamb course was in comparison to the portion size of my course (see picture). I love tiramisu so naturally that's what I had for dessert. It had a pleasant coffee taste that was balanced out by the chocolate. It wasn't too sweet. When you consider that this place has a Michelin star, I think that the 5 course pre-fixe menu is a great way to experience this kind of dining. I enjoyed the novelty of eating here, but I'm not sure I would come back due to the inconsistency with some of the courses. Every course had elements that I thought were really well done, but there was something a bit off within the dish that detracted a bit from my experience in each course. By far my favorite thing was the milk bread and if I could, I'd buy a whole loaf! read more

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I re enjoyed this restaurant, have a warm ambiance and great service, food was amazing, they changed the menu by seasonal, definitely I will come back again read more

Friendly service and nice ambiance but was left wanting more standout flavors from a few dishes. Would give a 3.5 - smoked sturgeon dip: the crackers itself did not add to the dish - tasted like cardboard. Dip was watery, wished it had a better consistency - tagliatelle: had an acidity that was not balanced with any richness, didn't quite make sense - dry aged lamb: the accompanying blue corn grits was over salted. The lamb was tender and nicely cooked though! The brussel sprout puree and carrot was just one note against the jus, needed accompaniments that cut against the sauce. - sticky toffee cranberry : nicely done dessert! I enjoyed the variety of textures from the crunchy oat and the tartness of cranberry to cut the sweetness read more

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I came here for a birthday dinner. The service was attentive and thoughtful, but not intrusive. They have two menus: one is a seven course menu which is not customizable and the other is a five course menu which is what we had. The first two courses were appetizers. One was a seafood dip served on a sesame chip, which was light and refreshing. The second course was crudo with citrus elements. The third course was pasta. We had the spinach ravioli and mini duck dumplings. All of the portions were small, but flavorful. The main course was lamb, very flavorful around the fatty parts. The center was slightly raw. The shepherd's pie was smooth and creamy, integrated with the flavor from the lamb sauce. Finally, we had a selection of their desserts. All were excellent finishes to the meal, refreshing and not too sweet. read more

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Amazing chefs tasting for Valentines! Made reservations for this right when they opened at midnight and it was pretty easy. Leading up to the dinner, they sent several text reminders which is really nice. We came in and was greeted and seated really fast. Our server Nadia was amazing and nice. The tasting was amazing. We loved the little bites that opened up our appetite. The bread and butter was absolutely to die for especially since I am always a bread person. My favorite dishes were the Orzo, and Ribeye. The oysters were Deff a nice bite as well. Overall, loved everything about this place. read more

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My friend made a dinner reservation on a weekday at 7 Adams for a 5 course meal since I was visiting Bay Area after 3 years. We had amazing time - the place is busy but not too loud and great ambiance. Our server was very nice and suggested some recommendations for us to avoid certain foods. I was quite full after going through all 5 courses. Everything I ate was just awesome with great blend of flavors and textures. read more

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A superb experience! The food is nothing short of excellent, each dish wowed us. Each member of the waitstaff was so attentive and kind. The restaurant itself has impressive architecture and decor. This restaurant is a true experience and I feel lucky that we got to try it! read more

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A wonderful tasting menu experience! And bonus that it's a more affordable option compared to other tasting menu options in the city. Service and ambiance were great. We made a reservation only a few days beforehand but it was smooth. We were sat in the back area, which seemed to be an enclosed patio. I liked it, it felt warm and intimate. There were some chilly drafts coming through, but there were heaters nearby and some blankets available for extra warmth if needed. We opted for the 5 course menu. I felt that it was enough to be satisfied fully. Since I was with my partner, we both got different options for dishes when it was available since we could try the other's plate. For the food, I thought it was overall lovely. Some dishes stood out more than others. I know people rave about the milk bread, but I actually thought was just okay - it had a little too much salt topping on it and we had to shake off the excess salt. But the butter was a perfect temperature and spread for the bread. I didn't think the sturgeon dip was too noteworthy. It was a nice opener though. The haramisa was so interesting! Appreciated the intrigue with this dish. My partner got the duck confit pasta option, which was an optional upgrade. It was worth it though because that was easily one of the best dishes- the consommé was so rich and smooth. My favorite dish was the seared black cod. The top was wonderfully crunchy and the fish meat was a great flavor. It had a side of a squash(?) in orange foam, which was a little interesting to me - I don't think that added much to the dish and probably would be fine without it. The menu ended with delicious desserts, which was nice! I usually don't expect good desserts for these experiences so I was pleasantly surprised. The ice cream in the desserts were a nice topping to the overall experience. I would definitely recommend trying the 5 course menu out, especially if you like tasting menus but don't want to break the bank. I will note that the taxes and fees at the end add up - the sf mandate fee was kind of random and took us by surprise. Would have appreciated some clarify on what that fee entailed. I hope that fee goes directly to the workers. read more

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Ambiance and loud and bustling inside - and a bit cramped too. Sitting at the chefs counter, you're basically almost elbow to elbow with the people next to you. Highlights: - Bread: Super soft, delicious japanese milk bread - Black Cod: Skin was still nice and crispy while not too hard to break. Cod cooked almost perfectly: very flaky. Good flavor with the sea urchin foam. - Orange and Bay Leaf: Good contrast of flavors and textures. Misses: - Buffalo Wing: Really not a fan, the buffalo sauce was too overpowering read more

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valentine's day dinner It was the perfect spot to celebrate, from the vibes to the food. I think their valentine's menu is a little different from their usual one, but it was a 6-course tasting focused on seafood and seasonal californian ingredients my favorite was the ribeye with bone marrow wine sauce, plus the braised lamb shoulder croquette on the side. Genuinely one of the nicest pieces of meat I've had. I also loved the saffron dough orzo with prawn. It was super umami with the perfect chewy texture. we literally ate that course so slowly because we didn't want it to end. Other standouts: the feuille de brick (venison tartare wrapped in malsouka), the milk bread, and the well balanced dessert and they sent us home with homemade pear & chocolate scones, which i ate for breakfast the next day and they were so good read more

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TLDR: Dinner at the Chef's Counter - worth it. Not a perfect meal, but zero regrets. Ambiance (4/5): * They made the most of the usual small SF interior without feeling over cramped. * Lively environment with enough noise to feel upbeat but not annoyingly loud. * You get to sit higher up at the Chef's Counter to see some prep and the rest of the restaurant Service (5/5): * Standard excellent Michelin service. * Love seeing the head chef/owner getting work done! * Kind of wished the head chef/owner cracked a couple smiles with us, but I chalked it up to the tortured artist. Menu (5/5): * Ten courses, all varied, interesting, whimsical, and tasty. Food (4/5): * Execution was just short of perfect. Each dish had one "small" element that seemed to be missing in balance or execution. * For example, the pasta was too al dente. I appreciate al dente, but the level of it was distracting with every bite. * Keep in mind I'm coming at this from a Michelin reputation and price perspective. read more

Had an incredible dinner here with my mom the other night! We got the 5 course meal - which was a great choice because we left so surprisingly full! The 7 course would've been too much. Highlights included the pasta dishes (we tried both of the first 2 choices) - the pasta was perfectly cooked and both had a great combination of flavors and textures. Everything was so perfectly balanced between soft and crunchy, sweet and savory. The desserts were also INCREDIBLE. I am not usually a fan of mint and chocolate together but the way those flavors came together in the dessert blew my mind. You had to get a little of everything on the spoon for the perfect bite. They'll give you 2 servings of their house milk bread as well which is great with the smaller first 2 courses. For $87, this is one of the best tasting menu deals in SF for the quality and innovation. Would highly recommend for a special occasion! We did have to wait an additional 15 mins past our reservation time, but they have heaters outside so it's not too bad. read more

7 Adams - American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Definitely make a reservation online as it can get busy! We visited for a birthday dinner and were seated on the patio area - it basically feels like you're outside since it's paved, walled, and covered but had a nice romantic ambiance for a date. The service was amazing, everything came out at a nice pace and we were never lacking! They have a 5 or 7 course menu. We opted for the 5 and were full after! There are a few options to choose from within the set menu so it was fun to swap and get to try everything. We really loved the fish as well as the lamb (best lamb we've ever had). It was really great how the entrees also came with little sides, so the dishes felt complex and exciting. Will return to try the 7 course sometime! read more

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One day I would like to meet all 7 Adams and thank them for this amazing meal. We had been waiting to come here for the past year and finally settled on my birthday dinner- it did not disappoint. From the moment I saw the neon 7 outside of the door I knew we made the right decision. Everyone that works at this restaurant is super friendly and the perfect amount of attentive to enjoy your meal and also get what you need if something is missing. We had the 5 course meal. The seven was tempting but the 5 was calling our names. We received some bread to start out which was fluffy and yummy. It paired well with the Pinot noir I ordered, which also tasted lovely with the rest of the courses. Standouts for me: Honey nut squash veloute- I can't describe how this dish really hit the spot, savory and delicious Saffron cavatelli & beef cappelletti: we each chose different second courses and I am glad we got to share. Good luck picking Ken out because they are both great! Dry aged lamb- wow, first time I have had lamb and wanted more. Brussels sprouts puree was fantastic. Peppermint mocha- I will Never order the beverage again because this dessert is superior. I would love to be able to come back and try the chef's counter one day. Dear 7 Adams: Thanks for making my birthday awesome and keep on doing what you are doing 7 Adams, I'm not sure which Adam(s) made my meal but I am pretty sure you are all amazing. read more

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What a meal! First of all, to find a michelin star restaurant in the city with a seven course tasting menu under $130 is pretty rare. It does seem like more affordable michelin star spots are popping up, but often with fewer courses or a more pick-and-choose menu (like their 5 course menu). We opted for the 7 course tasting menu since it featured a good variety and allowed you to try multiple of the entree options. The menu started with two bites not listed, milk bread with butter, and a beet tartlet with crab salad and crab reduction gelatin, both which of which were devine and a great way to start the meal. We continued through the tasting menu and thoroughly enjoyed just about every course. There was only one course (pasta) that I wasn't a huge fan of, and it wasn't that it was bad, everything else was just so good, that it felt a little generic. Everything else was so amazing though, the scallops, salad, oyster, trout, and the lamb loin and the lamb belly that came with it. I had never tried lamb belly before, but I absolutely hope to again. The dessert was a kitchen sink sundae, but the real star for me was the homemade blackberry cookies & cream ice cream we got for our celebration. When I first heard fruit and cookies & cream together, I was skeptical, but it was perfection. Like I would've bought it in a pint if I could've. We made a reservation for our anniversary, and by the time we finally decided we wanted to come here, a week and a half before, they only had 9pm available. So, if you want a more standard dinner time, plan to book your reservation a bit further in advance. Service was great, ambiance was great - dark and romantic, but also good for any non-romantic occasion as well. read more

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My favorite meal on a recent trip to San Francisco. We chose to go with the 7 course tasting menu, which turned out to be an excellent decision. Looking at my pictures and the printed menu, there were several things we were served in addition to what was on the menu, which was a pleasant surprise. My favorite bites were the crudo, the black cod, and the dessert which was a chocolate black sesame cake with ice cream. The gnocchi was also the best I ever had, so creamy! The rolls, which weren't listed on the menu, was also the best bread I had on the trip. Service was excellent, as we never had to fill our water glasses, and they brought fresh flatware for every course. read more

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We tried a seven-course meal, and unfortunately the only standout dish was the steak strip. Most of the courses were noticeably on the salty side, at least to my taste. On the positive side, the ambience and service were excellent. The staff were very friendly and attentive. In hindsight, I should have requested that they skip the detailed introductions of each dish as they set them down--I get a bit uneasy about people talking directly over my food while I'm about to eat. For the price point, I expected a bit of bigger portions or more consistently well-executed dishes. Overall, the experience felt a bit overpriced for what was served, despite the pleasant environment and great service. read more

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Oh my gosh. Tons of people rave about this place. I'm not sure what else I can say other than, every praise is correct. This was my first Michelin star dining experience. Booked like 25 days in advance. Every course was so well spaced and paced. Service was clean, professional, and kind. We got seated in the back of the restaurant and the lighting was so dim. I get the ambience, but we had a 5pm reservation and were shocked when we walked outside while there was still light because that restaurant made it feel like 9pm at night. Their food is seasonal which is a huge part of their appeal! The first course when we went was a tomato with a bunch of other small tomatoes and avocado cream and micro greens and let me tell you I have never ever experienced a tomato so juicy and flavorful! The bulk of this was just a tomato! And I loved it! Packed with so many textures and fun surprises with each bite. Incredible start. Second course was a delicious butternut squash soup with lots of other additions that I can't remember in full. This does remind me that the only recommendation I would have besides increasing the light level is probably to slow down on the food descriptions or keep a menu at the table so I can know what I'm eating as I'm eating it. Every dish had like 10 different items in it which was wonderful but I definitely forgot these tiny bits of what I was eating by the time I was tasting. Squid with XO sauce made me like squid (very rare), my pear agnottis were simply delicious, the pork chop was huge, and my fish with a foam was so so so good. Like I said, hard to remember exactly what I was eating outside of the main recipe item since these combos are so unique and fresh and expert-level flavor combos, but all you need to know is this menu was somewhere between "bidding farewell to summer" and "welcoming fall" and it nailed it perfectly. 10/10 would go again. It's ok if you need to use your phone light in the dark to read the menu. We did get a weird $7 extra charge and I don't remember ordering anything extra or off menu but I also didn't want to ask about it/argue to disrupt what was a perfectly paced dining experience when the overall cost was like $150 per person. Oh well. read more

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this one-star Michelin restaurant is one of the more affordable ones in the city! they have 5- ($87/pp) or 7-course ($127/pp) options, but everyone at the table must choose the same course, and the 7-course menu is fixed, allowing no substitutions. since one of us had a seafood-free restriction, we went for the 5-course. for the 3rd course (pasta), there were 3 options but the first 2 were vegetarian and the last 1 was an additional $17. similarly, the ribeye in the 4th course was an additional $57. so if you didn't want to supplement, the 3rd course likely wouldn't have meat, and the 4th was a choice of trout or lamb for our menu. the complimentary milk bread was fire. our server was generous enough to give us two. the rest of the dishes were aesthetically plated and required a little appreciation of food gastronomy but not every flavor was a hit with us. for example, I thought the trout didn't pair with the diced potatoes. read more

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My group and I all chose the $87 5-course menu. Service was good, but not as amazing as we were expecting. I didn't mind the pace of the food, but i saw that the table next to us started way after us and somehow ended up finished earlier than us. Nothing wrong with the pace and service- just an interesting note. Also, thankfully, i had ordered a drink but the server forgot about it. when we reminded him, he ended up comping us the soda because he had forgotten. Dinner started with free butter and bread. We were able to get seconds of this. This was maybe my favorite of the dinner. First course was the crudo. My sister is pregnant so we asked if she could get a different dish since she cant eat raw fish. The server said no problem! What they gave her was a piece of lettuce in the scallop crudo sauce... No shade, but I don't really feel like this is an okay substitution or accomodation? A piece of lettuce for raw fish crudo? We were thinking she would get one of the dishes from the 7-course meal, even if it was a smaller dish, no problem. We were a bit disappointed with a piece of lettuce. All other dishes were solid. One that I was a bit confused about was the butternut squash rings they gave us with our "mains". They seemed a bit tough and I didn't love the flavor? Might just be me. Overall, it was a good experience. We got seated in the back and all the mirrors and book decor was trippy. I'm glad there were heaters. It was perfect for me, but a bit too hot/ warm for my group members. I dont think I'd come back but im glad I tried it out! read more

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Food was excellent... Creative, tasty, interesting, and beautifully presented. Service was warm and friendly. read more

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Had a pleasant experience here! Casual fine dining. We opted for the 7 course menu and left feeling so full! Service was SO FAST. Felt like they were coming out with the next dish the moment we finished our current dish. Almost a little too fast for me...that's just a preference! As for the food, we felt like the first half of the menu was the star. We could taste the intentions behind the flavors, but we felt like the concept was a little all over the place. Despite that, each dish was great! The only one I didn't think was all that great was actually the washugyu striploin. It wasn't as tender as I had expected. Overall great spot for a celebration while staying casual. read more

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We opted for the standard 5-course tasting menu for $87 per person and were honestly blown away. First of all, the amount of food you get across the 5 courses is fulsome, to say the least. We walked out absolutely stuffed, and I felt bad I simply didn't have enough room to finish my delicious dessert. Service is top notch, from the second you walk into 7 Adams throughout the entire meal. Staff were attentive, friendly, helpful, and welcoming. No rushing, pretentiousness, or pushing to upgrade/order alcohol/etc. A number of dishes really surprised us positively. We loved the soup - warm, inviting, and hearty without being too heavy. We were also surprised that we l-o-v-e-d the snake river farm pork loin. We typically don't enjoy or order pork loin, but 7 Adams made it perfectly moist, tender, and balanced across the plate. The agnolotti was also delicious. Both desserts on our menu (tiramisu and apple cake) were spot on. The only dish that was a slight miss for us was the monterey squid - it felt a bit out of place on the menu, the rice was too hard, and it was relatively pedestrian. One more shoutout to their house-made bread with pillowy soft butter. Ambiance and decor is lovely - perfect for a date night, special celebration, or just dinner with friends. We've had the privilege of enjoying a variety of tasting menus in SF (Saison, Benu, Lazy Bear, Gary Danko, and others), and 7 Adams is now one of our favorites, especially taking into consideration value, service, and overall experience. Will come back next time to try their Chef's Counter experience! read more

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7 Adams was a dreamy experience for me and my significant other. The five-course tasting menu was an absolute feast for the senses, comforting, surprising, and seriously good! We got the warmest welcome from the host and were seated right away. The space is beautiful and polished but not fussy. Japanese milk bread arrived warm, pillowy, and dangerously snackable with cultured butter that tastes like it belongs in its own tasting menu. It sets the tone immediately: refined technique, but zero pretension. The Smoked Sturgeon dip and the Hiramasa crudo with yuzu kosho aioli were beautifully composed and oh so yummy! Perfect palate waker uppers! We tasted each other's pastas (this added to the fun!) - the Porcini Caramelle with chestnut, garlic, chive oil and a charred onion broth and the Saffron Cavatelli with Dungeness crab, Calabrian chili and wild fennel. The chef was just showing off here - silky textures, rich but balanced sauces, and flavor combos that feel thoughtful without trying too hard. It's Italian comfort food with culinary school cred! I had the perfectly cooked Black Cod with crisp skin and annatto foam and pearl onion and my BF had the Dry Aged Lamb which we both loved. We also had the Washugyu Ribeye. This was my favorite! This beef is a cross between Japanese wagyu and American black angus so it is perfectly marbled, tender, with a robust beef flavor. It was served with demi-sec beets and smoked fava leaf - a combination that produced a wonderful explosion of flavors in my mouth - umami, acid, sweet, and smoky! Nothing was heavy and everything felt intentional. By this time we've also had some wonderful sparkling wine from Burgundy, Sauvignon Blanc and Cabarnet Franc from Loire Valley, and some Pinot Grigio from Slovenia - all excellent! Finally, dessert! Instead of over-the-top sugar bombs, our desserts were Sticky Toffee Cranberry (date cake, oatmeal crumble and cranberry ice cream) and Hazelnut Banana (miso banana, coffee whip, and caramel ice cream) - both sweet enough to satisfy but light enough that you feel happy instead of wrecked. Service was friendly, informed, and relaxed. They explained dishes without launching into a lecture. It feels like dining with people who genuinely care about food -- and about you enjoying it. For a one-Michelin-star spot in San Francisco, 7 Adams feels surprisingly approachable. It's ideal for: * Date night without the intimidation factor * A special occasion that still feels fun * Or just treating yourself because... why not? Bottom line: 7 Adams proves that fine dining doesn't have to feel formal to be exceptional. It's thoughtful, seasonal, and quietly confident -- exactly what you want from a modern San Francisco restaurant. Thank you, Chefs and staff! read more

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This place was underwhelming. For this price, there is no value. This may be the weakest 1 Michelin restaurant I have visited (and I have traveled internationally and had amazing Michelin experiences). There was nothing unique, memorable or special about this restaurant. It was corporate feeling with a rushed, soulless service. It was our wedding anniversary and I think they told us "happy anniversary" 7 separate times like they were all forced to say it. Awkward. We did the wine pairing with the 7 course menu: the wine was mediocre for a 1 star Michelin and the portions left you wanting more. For this money, go to a nice restaurant and get a stellar bottle of wine. Sorry to have to leave such a review :/ read more

Well executed, with thoughtful flavor and presentation. The tasting menu format kept things interesting. Service was attentive and smooth. The space felt cozy and elevated. One miss for me was the sweetbread course. The crust was way too aggressive and overwhelmed the more delicate components it just didn't let the ingredients shine. It a $27 add on and wasn't really worth it... That said, the rest of the menu made up for it. The halibut was incredible and was the most memorable dish of the night. Definitely worth a visit if you're into fine dining with creativity and depth. read more

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We were late. Like ... really late. Called ahead multiple times and fully expected "sorry, we won't be able to accommodate." However the front of house made it work and welcomed us without making us feel like a burden. He did mention that it would move a bit faster than they like, which I appreciated because it gave me expectations. The food backed it up. The Smoked Sturgeon dip was packed with flavor, it literally bursts in your mouth. The Hiramasa Crudo was incredibly fresh and clean. The Saffron Cavatelli was just okay overall but the crab inside was excellent. The Dry Aged Lamb was small portioned but full of flavor, rich and well executed. The Hazelnut Banana dessert? One of the best desserts I've had. I'm not even a big dessert person, but it wasn't overbearing at all. Perfect balance, and the ice cream. Was refreshing and smooth. Great service, great food, and a staff that treated us well even when we were running way behind. I'd absolutely go back. read more

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Wow. Wow. Wow. I wanted to celebrate my anniversary with my boyfriend in a special way and a friend recommended 7 Adams. I chose the chef's counter which included a 8-10 course meal from whatever the chef would be making that night with limited allergy accommodations. 7 Adams is a cozy little restaurant that is dimly lit. The chef's counter seats six and it's a bar counter top. You get to watch theme chefs cook and plate meals all night long which I found really fascinating to watch. Each course would be explained as it was served to us. I loved this experience because the flavors were unique, it's not food I would normally order and everything was a surprise. The chef's counter runs about $167 per person and that does not include drinks. I would highly recommend anyone looking for an adventurous dinner and a night to celebrate. My only downside was I wish the chef's counter was a little bit more inmate and quiet where we could learn more about the food and talk to the chef more but the restaurant was very busy for a Monday night! read more

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Simply, you need to make a plan. Make a plan to come here. Plan it with a close friend or forever partner because they're special, and 7 Adams will affirm your feeling for them. Because 7 Adams is special too. Until Sunday I'd never heard of it. Or maybe i did and it didn't stick because less and less seems to stick but that's another story. But I don't think it was on my radar screen at all. Perfectly located for after an afternoon on Fillmore or matcha and waving good luck cats in Japantown. Smallish interior with enclosed garden outside ish seating in the rear. Maybe 6 counter spots for Chef's (en)Counter which looked cool too. The spots between the counter and the garden are the best, in my opinion as there's less hustle and bustle than up front in a slightly more intimate setting. Every aspect of the experience was lovely, and in a way that has me believe it will be for you as well. As in, no contrivance, no lucky nice thing. Just a solid program by all the players from the greeting to folks at the table and most certainly, to the kitchen. Get the seven course tasting menu. The offerings are ample and the price point far lower than what other houses would require. Great date night, perfect for an anniversary, and divine for any other occasion even if that occasion is simply supper. read more

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Really disappointed in the food quality and service. I am surprised this place has a star. The food was bland although the presentation for the most part was beautiful. We did the 5 course and the first course bread was delicious, but the dip and seaweed chips were nothing special. The crudo tasted like nothing, and our lamb chops were chewy and served with only one room temp asparagus. The Wagyu I paid an extra $57 for did not taste or feel like Wagyu, and came over a berry sauce that made no sense. Our 3rd and 4th course came after a 30 minute wait. Our dessert was poorly plated and bread was unevenly cut, and overtopped with flowers that did not add to the dish. Our server made our dining experience quite uncomfortable with the way he interacted with us. Definitely not worth the $345 tab we paid for an extremely mid meal. read more

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7 Adam's has excellent service and a moody interior fantastic for a date night or anniversary. The staff were very attentive, cleaning out between courses and swapping for new silverware. We were so excited to try their 5 course tasting menu but at the end of it couldn't think of any stand out flavors besides the Japanese milk bread which was such a delicious bite. The pastas did not have much of a flavor to remember, nor the halibut I would say. The pork loin was tasty with the plum sauce. I would say it's worth it to go once for the overall experience but if it weren't for the photos I took I couldn't really remember any dish standing out. read more

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What a fabulous Michelin experience at a reasonable price - we opted for the 7 course tasting menu with the wine pairing. Service was excellent, and the food was stellar quality. Everything with cooked beautifully, and the milk bread is certainly a highlight. The Wagyu was cooked to a beautiful medium rare. We did receive a supplemental dish for having to wait slightly longer than our reservation time. Overall great quality and value. read more

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Came back again for 7 Adams' chef's counter and wasn't disappointed! We left stuffed this time around (the extra bread put us over the top). More seafood this time as well which was fresh and delicious. The pasta with truffle was delicious and my favorite of the night. I'm not usually a fan of lamb, but this dry aged one was tender and perfectly cooked, not gamey at all. The trout was perfectly cooked as well. Desserts were creative and good. The complexity makes it feel a bit heavy and dense though, but it could just be harder to enjoy after all the main courses. The service is always friendly here and they make the chef's counter experience special. read more

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What a great meal! After a slight seating snafu, we got situated at the counter where we could see all the action. This was a special two day truffle menu and it delivered. Every dish had truffle in some shape or form. I'm not a fancy food connoisseur, but I do know that I liked everything I ate! The service was attentive and on top of everything. Getting to sit at the counter was probably the best seat in the house. I wanted to just reach over and eat all the extra dishes! Menu provided at the end of the meal to see all the truffle uses. Definitely a special meal that was amazing! read more

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I'd prob give this place more of a 4.5 but rounding up here. Overall, this was a great spot for a group dinner that was on the fancier side but not t super over the top. They have a great 5 course tasting menu that gives you options for some of the courses in case you want to try different things. I got the salmon tartar supplement for $9 and yes it's only a small but I thought it was worth it! It was a cute little bite with fresh fish. Our table loved the bread and butter so much was asked for a second, and the team was great in providing us with another round! Overall, I liked all the food here and while they were small plates, I was pretty full by the end of the meal. read more

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