Second time trying Niku. I was impressed this time more than the first. Early reservations so we got seated immediately at the grill table so it was fun to watch them cook. They welcomed me back which was a nice touch. Starting amuse-bouche was their take on avocado toast. Very yummy. Since we were at a Japanese steakhouse we decided to go all in with the Wagyu tasting. We tried the A3, A4, and the A5. The A4 was my favorite. We also tried the Wagyu Tsukune. The Wagyu skewer: domestic & japanese wagyu, ginger, scallion, egg yolk, tare sauce. It was good but probably wouldn't get again. The parker house rolls were warm and soft. We also got the crispy potato, wagyu fat, chickpea miso. It was a nice pair with the steaks. The noise level was busy but not too noisy. I would say perfect dinner noise level. Compared to my first time when we were seated by a very loud group and had to ask to be moved. Overall 5 stars. We'll be back! When we're ready to splurge on a nice steak dinner. Total with tip was approx. 650$. read more

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"Kid Friendly" -- apparently the kids just can't come We took my in-laws out for a birthday dinner thinking we'd have a nice family night. As a grandpa, I figured a place advertising itself as "kid friendly" would actually be... you know... friendly to kids. Instead, we ended up getting kicked out. I walked in feeling like Grandpa of the Year and walked out feeling like the restaurant's policy was basically: "Welcome families... but F them kids!" Definitely not the birthday memory we were planning on making. So if you've got kids, you might want to think twice before coming here. Their definition of "kid friendly" and mine are apparently VERY different. read more

I had an 8pm reservation at Niku to celebrate my husband's and my anniversary. Upon entering, I fell in love with the sleek décor, and everything was so tastefully designed. Unfortunately, our counter seats were not available due to the previous party still working on their meal. We sat at the bar and ordered 2 cocktails while we waited. Both were underwhelming and I was surprised by reviews recommending their cocktails. After 30 minutes, we were finally escorted to our seats. I was a bit disappointed by this since our reservation was already late. Once we were seated, I was impressed watching how the meat was cooked and prepared. It was cool learning how they use a special grill that prevents smoke from entering the area. For food, we ordered: 1. Wagyu tsukune: Well-seasoned and juicy - 4/5 2. Australian wagyu filet mignon: Delicious. So tender and flavorful. You know it is great meat when you don't need any sauces - a 5/5 3. Crispy potato wagyu fat: LOVED these potatoes but absolutely hated the chickpea miso, which tasted like mayonnaise to us so not sure what else was in it. Overall, a 3.5/5 4. Morel mushroom rice: A bit salty in my opinion and nothing wowing about it. A solid 2.5/5 5. Wagyu fat brownie: The most disappointing part of the meal. It just tasted like a boxed brownie. I would skip this; it was a 1/5 in my opinion. Overall, the restaurant was a nice experience, and their wagyu is very good. However, since Niku is a Michelin restaurant, I was expecting to be wowed more. read more

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3.5, rounded to 4 because of the friendly service, drinks, and delicious desserts. I expected so much more from their Wagyu steak. Isn't that weird, given that's their specialty? But it didn't taste like A5 Wagyu flown in from Australia. If someone fed this to me blind, I'd have guessed it was overcooked filet mignon from the US. Maybe it was an off day, but it was a bit tough. Luckily, I don't eat much meat so they made me halibut and oysters. Oh boy those were good! The sides were hit and miss, too, but oh boy. The Wagyu fat brownies la mode was 10/5! I'd come for those brownies alone and the Hibiki highball with gold flakes and pear. read more

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4.5/5: Parking: Street parking. Fairly easy to find. Service: Everyone is so attentive. Ambiance: A little noisy and the music in the bathroom was loud. Food: Amazing! Went with Tasting of Japanese wagyu and it is a bit buttery for me especially the A5. I can see why its served with wasabi. I much preferred the Australian Wagyu. Pig ears: they were so good. I would say the sauce they used is a bit heavy at the bottom. Bone Marrow, crispy potatoes, morel mushrooms, all satisfying. Can't forget Kakigoro! Went with this for dessert that a staff recommended and I throughly enjoyed it although she did mention other popular ones as well. read more

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Street parking only location. Made reservations on OpenTable and came in a bit earlier than our time. My first time here and did not know reserving a table next to the bar is a room away from the main restaurant. Not a fan of this unless you like to be away from the restaurant crowd. We were seated next to the bar right away. Our Server was attentive. Always stop by and check if we need water refill or anything. Ordered bone marrow, potato bites, fried pig ears, beef tartare, and the aged rib eye steak to share. Appetizers were excellent and delicious. Quality and portion sizes are decent. From the flavors to the textures, it was excellent. However, my daughter was not a fan of the Ribeye steak tasted gamey. read more

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Outstanding 1 Michelin star steakhouse. The crispy potatoes were one of the best potato dishes I've had. Thought the Wagyu tsukune was good, better some places I tried in Japan. White asparagus dish was skippable. We had a 14-day dry-aged ribeye from bryan flannery (Cali farm). It had such a good dry aged flavor (great beefy flavor without being too funky), was cooked perfectly medium rare, and also had a smoky charcoal taste with a hint of white oak since they cook with both. read more

Niku Steakhouse - Ribeye - Japanese Near Me - San Francisco, California

We came for a dinner at 8:45 pm on a monday night and it was fairly easy to get a reservation as well as find parking. Ambiance is nice, really great for a date night. Service was impeccable - everyone was very friendly yet still professional and knowledgeable. Our host, Daniel, was especially awesome - he advised us against getting pig ears (since it would be too much food), but still brought out a gigantic sampler tray of it for us on the house so we could try it. Amazing service! The food itself was all pretty amazing: Tartare: 4.5/5 Pig ears: 6/5 (we are coming back for this in the future) Potato cubes: 5/5 New York: 4.5/5 Ribeye: 4.5/5 Brownie: 5/5 read more

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Came to celebrate my brother's graduation from his master's program and Niku is the perfect spot to treat someone to an amazing experience. We sat at the chef's counter so we could watch them prepare every dish and grill some beautiful steaks. Service was exceptional, from the moment we checked in at the front desk, the team made it a point to congratulate my brother. They remembered his allergies from my OpenTable comments and let him know that he could have everything on the menu. We ordered the bone marrow, beef tartare, ribeye, 3oz of the off-menu A5 wagyu, broccolini, and the hojicha dessert. Everything we got was a hit! Loved their take on avocado toast as the first bite, we knew the meal was going to be amazing from the first bite. The beef tartare was the best I've ever had and I've never had bone marrow that I didn't enjoy. This version was delicious with the toppings of short rib pieces that were balanced with the pickled bits and mustard seeds. Both appetizers were must gets for us! The ribeye came out overdone, and luckily it came out again shortly from the kitchen along with some on the house pickled veggies. The second time the ribeye came out was the perfect medium rare. The meat quality was delicious, the ribeye was tender and marbled very nicely. The A5 was an 11/12 on the wagyu marbling scale and it was truly a treat, 3oz for the two of us was definitely enough. I loved the fresh grated wasabi and the pickled veggies to cut through the richness of the meat. Dessert was fantastic, and I can't finish this review without shouting out their cocktail menu! The two drinks I had were super delicious and I would come back just to explore more of their drinks. It's a special occasion spot and worth it to experience at least once! read more

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Honestly the sides were the stars! We've been eyeing this place for a while but never pulled the trigger until I wanted to use my Chase Reserve dining benefits. Reservations open 30 days in advance and they fill up quickly! The restaurant isn't that big so it makes sense. I made my reservation the morning it opened for a standard table and any time between 6pm-7:30pm was already taken. They do offer alternative seating like counter seating, bar seating, and high top tables. The restaurant is very sophisticated and has a dark sleek modern vibe. The staff were very friendly. We had: - Bone Marrow: Bone marrow is just so good! - Crispy Pig Ears: perfect blend of crispy, salty, and sweet. - westholme wagyu tomahawk: This was decent and a large portion for 2, but we weren't amazed. - Koshikari rice: definitely a splurge for a small portion of rice with a piece of crab on top, but it was good. I would seriously considering coming back just for the bone marrow and crispy pig ears. read more

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Scored a last minute reservation a day before on Open Table. After visiting, I can see why it's a Michelin Star restaurant, the service, ambiance and food are all impressive. The staff are so knowledgeable and made us feel very special as we were dining to celebrate a special occasion so thank you for that. We got to sit at the counter seating, which was cool because you get to watch the cooks grill the meet over the open fire. However, it did feel a little cramped and it was hard to speak to our servers who were behind us. Everything was really tasty but I will say it is HEAVY and SALTY! I had a hard time falling asleep after dinner because of that and even had a headache all day next day LOL. Overall, still glad I got to try and highly recommend. Out of all the dishes, I'd say the crispy potatoes, brownie and bone marrow are a must! Seasonal corn pasta was also a big highlight. read more

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Great service, great ambiance. Favorite was the beef tartare. I also really enjoyed the mushroom rice. Potato was okay, a bit too thick for my liking. Steak came cut, and perfect temp. It was put on warm dishes, which made jt less steakhouse vibes that I am used to. Steak was good but definitely not the best I ever had. read more

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They have 1 Michelin star and they are worthy of it. We had an excellent dinner. We chose the chef's counter seating which was fun to be right next to the action. Everything was excellent: service, food, ambiance. The entire experience was 10/10 from start to finish. Each dish was perfect but the agnolotti pasta dish was 12/10 for me. It's been days since I had it and I can't stop thinking about it!! Maybe the best pasta of my life so far? Get the wagyu brownie. I highly recommend this spot. read more

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Something was just different this time around, as soon as we stepped in, to the meals itself. Wasn't greeted or acknowledged as we walked in, I felt service wasn't as attentive this time around thru out service. The cuts of steak wasn't as tender as the last time I was here, the potatoes was good but the chickpea miso had a very strong acidic taste to it which was not what I tasted my last go around, I ordered it again because it was one of my favorites things in the menu but not this time. Also the broccolini had a very citrusy/acidity to it as well and I just did not like it. Brownie wasn't as soft either. Just not a good experience coming back. Only thing I give 10 out of 10 this go around is the bone marrow. read more

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I came here with my boyfriend and had a great dining experience at Niku Steakhouse, made even better by the excellent service from Kelvin. He was attentive, friendly, and really helped make the meal feel special. We ordered the mushroom, pig ear and potato, and the iron steak. The mushroom dish wasn't quite to our taste, but everything else was absolutely amazing. The pig ear and potato had great texture and flavor, and the iron steak was cooked perfectly. read more

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Best steak in the bay with interesting sides and desserts to try. The coconut kakigori was a light a refreshing way to end our meal. Love that they let you pick out the Japanese knife of your choice. Reducing one star because the service was extremely slow - we waited a whole hour for our main course with no updates in between. Thankfully we had good company! read more

Niku Steakhouse - Japanese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Came here for a special occasion and ordered a couple of things: market vegetables, Parker rolls, beef tartare, crispy potatoes, flat iron, and the A3 wagyu. Market vegetables were too sour for my taste. Ordered it to pair with all the meat to offset but it ended up being too fermented to enjoy. Parker rolls were good but nothing extraordinary. Unfortunately the beef tartare tasted too gamey for me. The A3 wagyu was not worth its price tag. It was quite hard to chew and didn't stand out at all. At the rate of this review, I should've given it two or three stars but what's saving it and pushing it to four stars are the crispy potatoes and the flat iron. I will never forget those potatoes. I never had anything like it, and it completely blew my mind. The texture, flavor, and balance of the sauce was really out of this world. If you come, you must order this dish. Also, the flat iron was amazing. We ordered it medium rare, and it was cooked pristinely. Very soft and buttery texture with just the right amount of salt. Overall, I had a fine experience. Probably wouldn't come back just because I don't think the price tag is worth it. Definitely an upscale restaurant with attentive service, but I'd probably put my money somewhere else. read more

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Incredible experience here with Chris as my server. They went above and beyond to make my delayed birthday celebration special. Solo diner at the bar - fun experience watching the tomahawks and really enjoyed the slower paced - tiered courses. I got the Waygu and it was exceptional. Perfectly cooked and beautifully prepared. I will be back for my 39th! read more

Nike Steakhouse is a bustling restaurant with elevated decor and a cool ambiance. Service was attentive and friendly and despite how busy it was, we had no trouble connecting with our server and the manager was very hands on and did a great job assisting the staff. Food was amazing, definitely recommend the pig ears and chawanmushi read more

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I've been to Niku Steakhouse a few times before and always loved it, so this visit was a bit disappointing. First off, the ambience is still 5/5 beautiful, cozy, and perfect for a special occasion. They also gave us a cute slice of cake for my friend's birthday, which was a really nice touch. But the food this time was just... okay (3/5). We ordered a few wagyu cuts, and surprisingly, they all tasted pretty similar not much distinction in flavor and not as fresh or memorable as previous visits. Other dishes were decent, but nothing really stood out like before. Overall, it felt pretty standard for a place that's supposed to be more special. Service was the biggest letdown (3/5, honestly closer to 2/5). Our waiter didn't feel attentive or polished like you'd expect here. At one point, we asked if we could get the same large knife for photos (it was really cute), and he just said "no" with no explanation came off a bit rude. He also kept interrupting us while we were taking pictures, telling us multiple times to eat the steak before it gets cold. I get the intention, but being reminded once is enough, doing it 3 times felt pushy and kind of killed the vibe, especially since we were celebrating a birthday. Overall, still a nice place visually, but between the average food and disappointing service, it didn't feel like the same Niku experience this time. read more

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I didn't want to leave one star, not happy with the service or server, menu is over priced, i do not recommend this restaurant. So many places to eat in the city without the huge bill at the end. Such a waste of money and huge disappointment. Nothing was special. Not worth the hype. They care about ratings/stars not customers experience. read more

Made a reservation for counter seating on OpenTable a couple weeks before to celebrate my husband's birthday. We specifically chose this restaurant since they were on inKind. They are a 1 star Michelin restaurant and right next to the Butcher Shop, which we have been there twice for their delicious smash burger. I'm glad we made a reservation because it was packed on a Monday at 6:30 PM. I really like the ambience inside. My husband specifically wanted counter seating because he wanted to watch the chefs cook. We ordered different dishes, such as Pig Ears, Tsukune (Japanese chicken meatballs), Potatoes, Parker Rolls, and a New York steak. My favorite was definitely the Pig Ears as it was chewy and extremely savory. The other sides didn't wow me since the flavors tasted very average. We really enjoyed the steak because it melted like butter after each bite. We order drinks, and I did enjoy my Yuzu Shiso. I'm glad we were able to stop by and check this off our list. I wished I liked the food more but it is what it is. Our server was nice and friendly, which made our experience enjoyable. read more

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We came here as a party of two to use our Chase Sapphire Reserve OpenTable dining credits. Unfortunately, we couldn't get a reservation for the day we wanted, so we decided to try our luck with a walk-in instead. The restaurant has two sections: a dining room and a bar. Walk-ins are seated at the bar while the dining room is reserved for guests with reservations. The dining room is where you'll find the open kitchen and can watch the chefs prepare the steaks, which looked like a fun experience. We arrived right at 5 PM when they opened and were seated immediately, but the bar filled up quickly. If you're planning to walk in, I'd recommend arriving a little before opening since a line starts forming early. The entire meal took about two hours, so plan accordingly. The space itself is beautiful. The back bar is lined with shelves of liquor that the bartenders access using rolling ladders, which was a really cool touch. Although we weren't seated in the dining room, we still enjoyed the lively atmosphere and watching the bartenders work. For drinks, we ordered the Toki Whiskey Highball and the Velvet Underground. The highball was strong but incredibly smooth, while the Velvet Underground leaned sweeter and showcased the bourbon nicely. To eat, we ordered the bone marrow, dry-aged ribeye, crispy potatoes, and the wagyu bone-in short rib. They also started us off with their take on avocado toast, which was a delicious surprise and set the tone for the rest of the meal. The bone marrow was easily my favorite dish. It was rich, savory, and indulgent without feeling overwhelmingly heavy. It came topped with tender pieces of short rib and was served with grilled sourdough, making every bite incredibly satisfying. Between the two main meats, we both preferred the dry-aged ribeye. The dry-aged flavor was noticeable but well-balanced, allowing the quality of the beef to shine through. The wagyu bone-in short rib was fall-apart tender with a delicious smoky flavor, though it was noticeably richer. The crispy potatoes were perfectly cooked and came with a wagyu fat dipping sauce that added extra flavor without being too heavy. I will say that their steaks do land on the fattier side but that is what makes them so good. Service was excellent throughout the evening. Our servers checked in frequently, cleared our plates between courses, and even brought out warm plates before serving the entrees. The staff was friendly and attentive, and I really enjoyed the overall ambiance. My only complaint was the timing. We came in hungry, so waiting about 90 minutes for our entrees felt like forever. Thankfully, the quality of the food made the wait worthwhile. Before leaving, we stopped by the butcher shop next door and picked up half a pound of A5 wagyu as a Father's Day gift, which was a fun bonus to the experience. Overall, I'd highly recommend this restaurant for a special occasion or if you're looking for high-quality steak. It's definitely on the pricier side, but using our Chase Sapphire Reserve dining credit made it feel much more worthwhile. I'd happily come back to try more of their steak selections, and I would absolutely order the bone marrow again. read more

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overall, the service, food and ambiance was incredible .. from the friendly, attentive and very passionate staff, you felt at home and seen. we had a party of 4, and ordered the wagu sampler, pig ears , pasta appi, salad and potatoe side.. this was plenty! the manhattan went very well with the wagu. ask for finishing salt IYKYK. read more

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We came here for our anniversary on a Sunday evening at 6pm. Reservations for the restaurant come out 30 days in advance on open table and we were able to book our reservation pretty easily. Walking in, the restaurant is designed a warm ambiance. You feel a little cozy in the restaurant. Plenty of seating and bar seating options. We got the crispy pig ears, short rib Wagyu, bone marrow, and the crispy potatoes. We really were not expecting the portions to be so big. We were left full and satiated and didn't have enough room for dessert! My favorite dishes were all of them to be honest. The potatoes were perfectly crispy and the sauce it came with helped balance the heaviness. The Wagyu was cooked to perfection, it melted in your mouth! The pig ears were a nice snack- very crispy and the sauce it was coated with balanced well. The bone marrow was balanced with some mustard seeds and fresh grapes with offset the heaviness from the marrow. Overall, we had a great experience! Do note though- the dishes were a little more on the saltier side read more

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I highly recommend! It was a great experience. They are known for their steaks but I was definitely more impressed by the various "side" dishes. My favorite dish was the bone borrow dish. The tartare was very unique and worth trying as well. We also had the flat iron, potatoes and pound cake - all tasty. They also gave us a small mini app before the dishes we actually ordered. The interior feels very classy - you can see the chefs grilling the steak and they have a wall of wines on display. The staff were very friendly. My partner and I celebrated an anniversary and they wrote a cute note for us so we appreciate the thoughtfulness. read more

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To start off, I was very pleased with how accommodating they were with our 2 year old. We were hesitant on doing date night here at first, but we didn't feel uncomfortable in anyway. I enjoyed the elegance of the restaurant yet still being casual enough with music in the background and lots of conversations flowing around us, so if my daughter dropped a fork or something, all heads would not turn and look at us. My overall favorite dish was the crispy potato Wagyu fat with chickpea miso. It was absolutely perfect. The crispy layers of the potato and the smooth chickpea miso were delicious. I even ended up smothering the chickpea miso on our ribeye. Overall great experience, attentive service and ample parking, which is a huge plus in the city. read more

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Niku Steakhouse nailed it. We loaded up on appetizers to start--the crispy pork ear and Wagyu tsukune were standout stars, and you can't go wrong with their crispy potato and bread roll. For the mains, we sampled the ribeye, New York steak, and filet mignon. Each cut was top-tier quality, perfectly seasoned, and cooked exactly to order. If you're looking for a phenomenal steak night, this is the spot. Highly recommend! The service is top one! Everybody is so nice and friendly and very professional to service! thank you! read more

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Came here to celebrate a friend's birthday. We had reservations and were seated at a hightop table near the bar right when you walk in. The potatoes were honestly the best thing of the meal, and the pig ears were good at first but...after a few bites, they became a bit overwhelming. The tomahawk steak was disappointing. It was chewy, and to make matters worse, all of our knives were dull, which made it very difficult to cut through the meat. Since we were seated near the entrance by the bar, it was hard to get a sense of how large the restaurant actually is. Overall, the tomahawk felt overpriced and not worth it. read more

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Parking is AMAZING due to a very strategic location of being in the design district (mostly furniture stores). You will not have any issues with parking or crazy hills here whatsoever. Just so note that there is a 2 hour limit so move your cars. Staff were amazing. They are extremely knowledgeable and welcoming. The pricing does seem high for many but you have to keep in mind of all the import fees of getting the meat to America. The quality of the meat is also next level and the cook's perfection is insane during preparation until before serving. Always make a reservation beforehand. Getting a seat at the counter is way better than a private table as you are expected to wait 30-40 minutes before getting any steak. You'll get a free show and watch how meticulous the cooks are. Do note that there is a 6% SF health and living fee, I would just deduct this from your tips in the end. So instead of tipping 18%, tip 12% - that is the fairest option for all parties. One great thing was the tipping culture here did not felt any pressure, nobody breathing down your back and there isn't a default automated percentage, you pick and choose which made it felt more authentic. The menu is extremely straight forward and very easy. No gimmicks and no frills. Buckwheat house rolls ($12): 2/5, honestly nothing fantastic. Crispy potato's ($20): 5/5, MUST TRY Australian Wagyu flat iron ($70): 4/5, a more tougher than the ribeye, not as tender as most but very flavorful Westholme rib eye ($125): 4.5/5, very very juicy and fatty, a bit too fatty for my preference but amazing overall. I don't think it's better than other prime grade ribeyes being at $125, possibly due to it being grass fed. Not much yellowing on the fat so there definitely was corn in the cow's diet. Easily one of the best steakhouses in California, top 3. read more

This was our "treat yo self" decision for our upcoming anniversary while on vacation. We love being from Alabama, but sometimes there is just food in another state that's worth waiting for! We arrived a bit earlier than our reservation, and were seated at the bar for a cocktail while we waited for a spot. We had upgraded our original reservation from the dining room to the chef's table so we could watch while they cooked (my partner is my personal chef, so I requested he watch closely!) When our spots were ready, we were seated and presented with some champagne for our anniversary, as well as their version of avocado toast. I had no idea those small bites could be so delicious. We ended up ordering both the australian wagyu filet mignon as well as the tasting of japanese wagyu - a3 mother and a5 bushu so we could taste it all side-by-side. FIrst of all, it was all incredible and we truly could tell the difference...but we could've just had the filet and been pleased (we're foodies, but not THAT cultured). However, it was a highly rated restaurant, our server was helpful, kind and guiding and we were there for a splurge - you only live once, you know? We also split the corn capellitti and roasted broccolini as our sides. Although we opted not to get dessert, we were handed a small bowl of sorbet and who can say no to that? It did not disappoint. We loved the decoration and ambiance of the building, too. All in all, this meal was everything we hoped it would be and more. Thank you for treating us so well and we truly enjoyed the conversations with all who stopped to chat with us! read more

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I thought this would be the best steak ever at this price but it was too fatty for me. We got the new York steak and another steak that looked delicious. Size of one steak is enough to share between two. We also ordered the salad which was delicious and the best salad I've eaten this year. I was not impressed with the non-alcoholic spritzer, just tastes like Izzy. Our neighbors were pleasant and the vibe was really nice. It was fun getting to choose my steak knife. We really enjoyed the bar seating and watching the chefs plate the dishes. Outside the bathroom has sink area. There were two restrooms that I saw. read more

We came here for Valentine's Day and our anniversary, and the experience truly felt special from start to finish. The service was the standout of the night. We were seated at a high-top table, and the staff went out of their way to make the evening memorable. They brought us complimentary champagne to celebrate. For cocktails, I ordered the Shiro Negroni ($24) and my partner had the A5 Guyana ($24). Both were creative and balanced. For appetizers, we kept it simple and ordered the pig ears. They were super crunchy, saucy, and flavorful, with a generous portion size. A great start. For mains, we split the wagyu bone-in short rib and the ribeye, along with crispy potatoes and broccolini on the side. The short rib had a deep, smoky flavor and was served with the bone on the side. It was excellent overall, but we both agreed that the meat around the bone itself might have been the best part of the dish. The ribeye was easily the best ribeye I have ever had. It was unbelievably soft and tender, noticeably better than what you typically get at standard steakhouses. I was genuinely surprised, in the best way. The broccolini was solid and well prepared. The crispy potatoes, however, were outstanding, especially with the sauce that accompanied them. The only thing that I didn't enjoy as much was the dessert. The pandan honeycomb cake ($18) had a guava sorbet on the side, which I didn't enjoy paired together. Still thought it was a creative dish! I understand why this place has a Michelin star. The service and food were both 10 out of 10. If I could afford to come here all the time, I would. They made our Valentine's Day and anniversary feel truly special. read more

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Came here on Valentine's Day (Saturday), and reservations were no joke--you have to book exactly one month and one minute in advance. We arrived at 7 pm, about 30 minutes early since we needed to use the restroom, and they were able to seat us right away, which was a nice surprise. We ordered quite a few items from the menu. We started with the chicory salad, which was my favorite dish of the night. I honestly wish I could eat it every day--it was so fresh and refreshing. The crispy potato with wagyu fat and chickpea miso was absolutely delicious. The buckwheat Parker House rolls with cultured butter were good, nothing over-the-top but still enjoyable. The grilled broccolini, unfortunately, was too charred--most of it tasted burnt. I wish it had spent less time on the grill. For the main, we got the grass-fed New York strip. My fiancé ordered it medium-rare, but about halfway through, it was clearly rare. They were able to grill it some more. But for a $125 steak, we expected it to come out correctly the first time. The local ling cod was amazing--definitely a standout. The rice grits were packed with umami flavor, and everything about the dish worked. For dessert, the wagyu fat brownie was my fiancé's favorite. Super rich and delicious, paired with Okinawa brown sugar ice cream. The staff were all very kind and attentive--service overall was excellent. There was some flooding in the restrooms during our visit, but the staff handled it well and worked hard to keep it under control. By the time we finished our meal, it had been resolved. Thank you to the person that chased us down to bring us our Togo bag. Will definitely be back often to try out other items. read more

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Everything here was delicious, especially the appetizers. The tartare was my favourite in particular, the combination of textures and flavors worked so well. I got the short rib, which was absurdly rich, but that's as expected. My one complaint is that between the appetizers and the mains, my table waited over an hour without much update. The food was good, but the service makes me hesitant to come back. read more

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2nd times a charm Counter seat was an adventure- made a friend. New item on the menu: broiled Shigoku oysters were creamy and bright with a lemony finish. So tiny and delicious. The A3 melted with every bite. Crispy pig ears-delish- are more thick cut bacon edges than chicharron. It's a lot of fried sharing highly rec. Can't wait for the 3rd round. read more

Honestly, I came here without high expectations as comments online were pretty negative. We had a reservation at the counter, which was extremely cool, you get to see how they prepare the food and talk to the chef. Made it a completely different experience. Complimentary Small Bite - interesting take on avocado toast, not quite showing theme of the restaurant though Beef Tartare - actually pretty good, the size of the chunks of meat shows quality of their ingredients, also attention to detail, egg was marinated Crispy Pig Ears - definitely unique way of cooking pig ears, slightly salty, recommended to share for a big table Ribeye - it is a good steak, not over seasoned, crispy on the outside, nice and pink inside, generous portion too Sides - very soft house rolls with a little bit of salt on top, crispy potatoes itself is good but the sauce wasn't doing much. Pickles are highly recommended, so need that acidity to tone down the oiliness of the meal. Sorbet - guava sorbet, thick and cold! Overall a very cute place for date nights, counter seating highly recommended. Servers are very attentive too. read more

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Overpriced and incredibly slow service and food pacing. Overall, I don't think this is worth the price tag at all. There's just too many good asian fusion places now for this to stand out or even compete. For the steak quality and price, I'd rather go to Alexander's Steakhouse. The steak came out room temperature, on the borderline of cold. I liked the filet mignon more than the NY strip; it was more tender and soft. The NY strip had some fatty bits in it though. Best dish was the beef tartare. I really enjoyed the flavor combo and the chips it came with. I also enjoyed the bread roll. Did not like the oysters, bone marrow, or lobster dumpling. The sauce was off putting on the oyster and bone marrow; too salty and American I think. The bone marrow sauce tasted like straight BBQ sauce. Lobster dumpling tasted like a ball of potato. My family liked the fried rice but I personally didn't like how it was seasoned. It reminded me of kimchi fried rice though; not too bad. Wagyu fat brownie was good but it just tastes like a brownie with ice cream. It won't change your life. Temper your expectations. read more

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I was seated at the counter, which turned out to be the best possible vantage point. From there, I could watch the chefs as they worked their magic on the steaks-- laser-focused on the steaks while still chatting effortlessly with the guests around them. The chef's snacks arrived first: avocado toast, egg salad, lamb tartare on a fried shiso leaf, and a warm bone broth. The avocado toast topped with caviar was delicious--simple, clean, elevated by that little pop of texture from the caviar. The egg salad, tucked into a perfectly crisp pastry, was a standout in its own right. But the lamb tartare on fried shiso leaf? That was the winner. The lamb was beautifully seasoned, but the fried shiso leaf stole the show with its unexpected crunch and flavor. For appetizers, I went with the crispy pig ears and the bone marrow. The pig ears were fantastic, thanks in large part to the incredible fish caramel sauce. But the bone marrow was on another level--easily the best marrow I've ever had. It came loaded with little cubes of short rib, chanterelle mushrooms, grapes, pickled spring onion, and horseradish. I thought I detected mustard seed, though it might've just been the horseradish doing its thing. Whatever it was, the whole combination was unforgettable. I added a side of confit maitake mushrooms, which were smoky, meaty, and absolutely delicious. For the grand finale, I ordered 3 ounces of the A4 wagyu beef. It was flawless--tender, buttery, and cooked perfectly. Truly a 10 out of 10. From the first snack to the last bite of steak, this meal was exceptional from start to finish. read more

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Made a reservation and got seated right away. We we seated just inside the bar so didn't really see the interior of the restaurant. The ambiance was dimly lit and bar area was great. We ordered the salad chicory salad, oysters, and beef tartare to start. We had the dry aged New York and Waygu ribeye as mains. The sides we tried were the crispy potatoes, broccolini, and Parker house rolls. For dessert the ordered the Waygu fat brownie and shortcake. Everything was amazing between balance of flavors, texture, freshness, and presentation. Entrees were melt in your mouth, loved the crispy potatoes, the fresh oysters, the beef tartare and everything about that dish was decadent. Desserts had a unique spin on familiar desserts. The cocktails were also well balanced and smooth. Service was on top of everything and timely. I'd definitely come back again and recommend! read more

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