Amazing food! We have recently gotten into trying out places that offer prie fixe menu and this place is on the top of our list! We are vegetarians and they could customize the food for us. read more

What can I say about Sons and Daughters. They set the bar for me when it comes to tasting menus and Michelin Star fine dining. Their food is always fresh, creative, and delicious! Presentation is stunning. The wine pairings are always perfect to match their ever changing menu. I refer you to the picture of the menu we got to take home. Their service is unparalleled. Every touch point is personalized, from contacting you prior to your reservation, the note at your table, to the menu you get to take home. Sons and Daughters has to be on your list to try. Since re-opening, they have taken all the necessary precautions and you feel safe dining indoors. Plenty of space between tables. Air filters throughout and everyone wears their masks. read more

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I know three stars may seem incredibly bad for an expensive nice restaurant. But don't think of it that way. It's a fine restaurant. The food is interesting. The dishes are mostly good, and some are really good, like the seafood: "Locally caught halibut with coriander blossoms and celery leaves", "Grilled scallop from Maine with browned butter and roasted potatoes". But the "Quail from Wolfe Ranch cooked above smoking apple wood with the leg, heart, fat and spring garlic" was surprisingly poor given that it seemed like it was a highlight dish. The main criticism I have of the food is that it is too complex. I am used to the creative tasting menus from fancy modern restaurants, but the dishes here seemed so complicated that it was unnecessary. The ingredients are high quality, but start to become lost amid the technical complexity. It felt like I was eating a laboratory. Sometimes it worked and was great, other times my fellow dinner guest and I shared a look of "what are we even eating?". In a highly competitive restaurant market at this price point, I think there are better options in SF. Try those others first, but if you have some spare time and resources, still give Sons and Daughters a visit. (Review is from a dinner about a month ago, in April 2024) read more

Absolutely fantastic. Top two of the Bay Areas 2 star Michelin restaurants the food is delicious. Light, flavorful, surprising. The wine pairing was excellent read more

We celebrated an anniversary here during the brief period that Sons & Daughters was able to open. Precautions included a required wellness questionnaire and sanitizer at the table. We sat in a roomy booth right by the fireplace with ample distance from other patrons and the exposed kitchen. Also, there were air purifiers placed throughout, including one in the bathroom. We sat down to a personalized card and hot hand towels. To celebrate, we were offered a complimentary champagne toast. We proceeded with a nice Gamay. Puffed beef tendon with nasturtium leaf emulsion and chive blossom, Sunchoke financier and bay leaf, Potato chip with Comte cream and dried herbs: Good! Bite size pieces served on a mythical centerpiece resembling an enchanted forest. The puffed tendon was good, but parts of it were too tough to bite through. Yet, the sunchoke financier was light and mildly herbaceous. So was the potato chip, also transparent and crisp. Hollis red wheat sourdough with cultured butter: Okay! a miniature loaf with salt flakes on butter, crust was a bit hard Maine scallop with juniper oil and elderflower: Good! thinly sliced, tartare-like, rather sweet tasting scallop served on the shell Cured Japanese mackerel with pickled cucumber, almond and liquorice: Good! slivers of mackerel arranged like a flower with pickled cucumber broth, also quite sweet Grilled and dried beetroot with bone marrow, dried alliums and fermented cherry: Good! surprisingly sinewy, meaty texture. Sweet again, especially with the cherry jelly Fort Bragg sea urchin with new potato and shellfish butter: Good! chunks of uni hidden in creamy broth in a doughnut shaped bowl Fermented corn chip with pumpkin seed and malt vinegar: Okay! beautiful leaf shaped chip, just too delicate to scoop the dip and pumpkin seed it was served with Koji-cured egg yolk with preserved alliums and chicken broth: Good! gorgeous yolk in savory broth, tastes like drinking a silky egg Boudin noir and charcoal: Good! blood sausage, though it resembles burnt debris, tastes pretty good Laminated brioche with fresh cow's milk cheese and wild yarrow: Great! warm, airy, buttery, dome-shaped pastries 65 day dry-aged ribeye with preserved ramps, brassica and Bordelaise sauce: Okay! looks gorgeous, great flavor, but chewier than expected Cured ribeye cap with green farro miso and a broth of grilled ribeye bones with smoked butter: Good! tasty, like a tender jerky Mint and vanilla semifreddo with kiwi sorbet and green apple: Okay! cool, refreshing, tart, yet a bit too minty Sweet potato custard with bitter chocolate and orange ice cream: Good! interesting take on a starchy base with some citrusy notes Chocolate bon bon, chocolate tart, canneles bordelaise: The meal began and ended with dishes presented as homages to nature. The mini chocolate tarts were served with salt flakes, and green bon bons matched the greenery of the garnish. Even though we were full, I couldn't help but notice that we were missing the canneles, but we were quite stuffed and didn't think we'd miss it. The service was great and put us at ease. I enjoyed the food, though some dishes slightly missed the mark. If it weren't for that or if some dishes had a bit more wow factor, that would definitely make S&D five stars for me. read more

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Service was absolutely amazing, and I'm so happy we scored reservations here after our visit to the Van Gogh exhibit earlier in the day. Everything was prepared to our liking and was coursed perfectly. The wine pairing was also on point, and we loved the caviar recommendation which was quite delightful. Lastly, the coffee brewed at your table was amazing - be sure to ask for it!! I highly recommend this Michelin star restaurant for anyone looking for a great meal to celebrate an occasion or #treatyoself :) read more

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This was one of, and very likely *the*, best meal I've ever had. Yes, it's expensive, the most expensive meal I've ever had, but it was worth it. The staff were super attentive and knowledgeable and the food & drink was incredibly tasty and interesting and filling (and the restroom smelled lovely, looked great, and had a fancy Japanese toilet!). I had marked in our reservation form that it was my partner's birthday and when we entered the restaurant and I gave my name to the person who greeted us, she immediately turned to my partner to wish her a happy birthday (by name), and multiple servers and sommeliers came over to say happy birthday (plus there was a hand-written note on the table for her birthday as well as a special message at the top of our personalized menus that we got in a lovely sealed envelope at the end of the meal)!! We pre-ordered during the reservation the standard 14 course meal for 2 and one wine pairing plus 2 extra wine pairings. At the meal itself they had a couple more add-ons and so we added the caviar course for each of us, so we both had 15 courses of food, I had 11 pours of wine, then we had a hot tea and a coffee at the end (and the science experiment contraption used to brew the coffee on the table was worth half the coffee's price!). The wines came mostly from Europe, but a couple from Napa, and all paired incredibly well with the food. There were a couple bubbly ones, some more desserty ones, and quite a few very interesting and rare grapes. The food included quite a bit of seafood and nearly all the courses had mushrooms or truffles, which was great! The flavors were super interesting and in every bite you could taste every ingredient. There was also a nice mix of local ingredients and ingredients from around the world. read more

Dinner at Sons & Daughters. Great service but a little too attentive. Great presentation and taste but a few too many fermented dishes. Great ambiance and awesome cocktails and green apple juice. read more

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Beautiful, interesting, delicious food, intimate and modern atmosphere, and spectacular service. It was a wonderful experience. I like that it's an upscale restaurant but the vibe isn't stuffy, the service was personal, and there was a sweet little anniversary card waiting for us on our table. read more

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Had such an incredible experience here for my birthday dinner! My husband and I really wanted to try another Michelin-starred restaurant and we were so pleasantly surprised that they had an opening. The 14-course meal was exquisite. From the presentation down to the bite. I loved that there was an option to customize the prix fixe experience with a choice of caviar or A5 Wagyu as a supplemental course. We chose the Wagyu and it was out of this world All the chefs and staff were extremely attentive. I was greeted happy birthday as soon as we entered. I loved the intimate feel and that our table had a bird's eye view of the kitchen. Their Michelin star is definitely well-deserved! The wine pairing and coffee was well worth the addition. read more

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thank you for the amazing experience probably spent 2.5 hrs on birthday night food was definitely great it's easy to find street parking after 6pm unforgettable night and highly recommended read more

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The decor was fabulous! The plating was gorgeous. The service was kind and attentive like all the Michelins I've dined at. I was nervous because I had eaten a late lunch and was already satiated going in. The food servings were not big though? So I was actually hungry by the time we finished dinner as was bae. The bites were all beautiful and solid (nothing too savory or "warm" in mouthfeel, with everything being paired with pickled or cooler ingredients) however none of them were memorable except for a green ice cream with ice on the side. For this price point I do like to get full, would love a noodle or another carb dish, maybe each person getting their own loaf of bread instead of sharing- without the loaf of bread I would have been Very hungry! read more

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Chef Harrison and the Sons & Daughters team are on a different level! This is hands down the best dining experience in San Francisco. We've been back 7 times in the last year since Chef Harrison took the reins and every time they've reinvented something new and brilliant on the menu. If you haven't been here in the last year you are frankly missing out! The unique flavors, attention to detail, and welcoming nature of the entire staff make this an unmatched experience. Better than any 2 or 3 Michelin star restaurant I've been to - this is truly underrated with only 1 Michelin star! I trust they will only grow their following under Chef Harrison, 2023's Michelin Best Young Chef in California winner. read more

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What an experience! Sons and Daughters provides a very intimate, but sleek atmosphere. The place isn't very large, but feels elegant. I often eat with my eyes first and the plating here is very unique and looks like art. In addition, I was also pleasantly surprised by the amount of flavor packed into such a small bite especially in the appetizer course! Everything on the prefixed menu was absolutely delicious. Finally, I truly appreciated the personal touch added. It was my birthday and there was a nice, personalized note at our table when we arrived. In addition, you get a nice personalized menu at the end of your meal. The little gestures go a long way to creating the experience. My husband and I fully enjoyed the experience. The staff was very attentive and the food was so memorable. You won't be disappointed! read more

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What an amazing experience from start to finish! Our chef friend, Mychel invited us to the special dinner event. The food was spectacular and the service was top notch. Absolutely loved this restaurant! They definitely deserves more than one Michelin star. I cannot wait to go back! Thank you! Chef Harrison! read more

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My fiancé and I had another amazing time at Sons & Daughters to celebrate his 28th birthday. Comparing the menu from March and now in July, I would say most of the menu was the same, with some differences here and there. However, I came prepared this time and came with a HUGE appetite, so I was definitely able to enjoy the variety of courses more. My absolute favorite course this time was the royal cherries with chocolate and absinthe. It was the most unique, most delicious dessert I have had, possibly, in my entire life. Kudos to Michelle, who I believe was the chef that presented this delicious course. I cannot say enough about the entire team here at Sons & Daughters, especially Julianna. She is so kind and welcoming, and it was such a pleasure to see her again. My fiancé and I will definitely be coming back, as this restaurant now has a special place in our hearts. read more

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Love the authenticity of this place! Definitely recommend! Great service and attention to detail. read more

We visited Sons & Daughters in the past and were eagerly anticipating a repeat of our wonderful experience from a year ago. While we had a somewhat mixed experience this time, I have to say that the effort and execution put into each dish were consistent with last year's and truly impressive. The tasting menu-style restaurant offers a personalized experience where you can provide your likes and dislikes, which they confirmed with us ahead of time. However, we did feel this year that the food could have been more varied. The cured trout from Mt. Lassen with a spring barigoule was a standout dish, with the barigoule providing a nice contrast to the trout without overpowering it. The addition of trout roe added bursts of flavor and texture that made each bite a delight; we would have gladly welcomed a second serving. The toasted cornmeal sourdough --our only starch during the dinner-- with cultured butter, fennel pollen, and Ocean Beach sea salt was also a highlight. However, despite those, the lack of variety in the menu left us somewhat disappointed. In fact, the mere mention of the bread highlights just how much the other dishes were lacking in comparison. The frequent use of vinegar in several dishes, such as the pickled vegetables, was overpowering. The asparagus-based dishes were a bit repetitive. While I appreciate the idea of using all parts of a vegetable, there's only so much asparagus I can handle in one meal. We had the Zuckerman's green asparagus with Bohemian Creamery's 'Bodacious,' then the white asparagus with cured Wagyu fat and fermented vegetables, and later the sprouted and toasted buckwheat with morels, onion scapes and green asparagus. Did you spot the trend? Given the portions' bite-size, it was 1 asparagus per person served 3-way. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ The smoked and roasted Corvus Ranch duck with fava greens was good, but not mind-blowing. The 65-day dry-aged strip loin with green garlic and lactic fermented mountain chive was cooked to perfection but unfortunately not a great cut of meat and quite hard to chew. The staff was lovely and the presentation of each dish was beautiful, but ultimately the lack of variety in the menu, combined with the very high price, left us feeling somewhat disappointed. Overall, while Sons & Daughters has some truly exceptional dishes, I hope to see more variety on the menu in the future. read more

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Unbelievable, ethereal experience. There are layers upon layers of depth of flavor within each bite. A spare-no-expense dining experience where we were the center of the world for a couple hours. Service and ambiance were impeccable. Did I mention we had our own private bathroom?? We would be ecstatic to dine here again. A sincerest thank you to the Sons and Daughters team!!! read more

Sons & Daughters - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

All of the details!!! I'm so impressed with my experience here at Sons and Daughters. We celebrated our engagement here over an intimate dinner in the private dining room. The restaurant seemed fairly small, but I would recommend going with a group of 4 and requesting the private dining space. Every dish was incredible. Both from the various flavors and the beautiful presentation. read more

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Exceptional experience - from all perspectives - culinary, visual, wine pairing and service. The chefs really care about incorporating local and seasonal products, but also are very inventive in mixing different influences and textures. The children had the non-alcoholic pairing and it was creative and flavorful. We tremendously enjoyed our dinner at Sons & Daughters. We recommend it highly if you are looking for an extra-ordinary gastronomic experience. Joel and Rebecca read more

This was my first Michelin and probably my last. The food was interesting, i.e. an experience, but I can't say I left happy with the way they tasted. Of course I had exceedingly high expectations for this because for around $300 a person, this was one of the most expensive single meals I have purchased. I now wish I had spent the money on less, but better courses. The biggest issues were with the cooked meats in the main entrees. The duck and the steak had a rubbered texture. I had an extremely hard time with the duck, the skin was waxy and was overwhelmingly savory with the pate. The lukewarm temperature of the meats made me feel like I was eating something improperly cooked. :/ I gagged eating the duck meal and it threw off my perception of the entire course. The steak was also below average. It was cooked well but felt like a bland piece of lukewarm meat. I've had better steaks cooked in the comfort of my home. If I had to do it over, I would have skipped the duck and opted in for the wagyu steak. However, the seafood was excellent. I enjoyed the caviar and oyster dishes. The salmon was beautifully flakey. The buttery sauce with the scallops was paired well. My favorites were the first and last two courses, they were flavorful/packed a punch, although they were small. I am big on flavor, I am sad to see they were only emphasized on a smaller scale. Not pictured but the celery ice cream and Japanese crumbled sorbet dessert were AMAZING. I would say I enjoyed half the meals I was served. One or two of them were a miss, and the others were intriguing, but not necessarily delectable. I am not sure why I assumed all the courses would be delectable-- maybe that is not the point of 15 course meal? There was a story told through the courses, it had its highs and lows. The waitstaff was attentive. read more

Sons & Daughters - Caviar + salmon - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

Sons & Daughters is a culinary gem! My fiance and I went here to celebrate the second year of our engagement anniversary, and were pleasantly greeted by name and surprised with a thoughtful, handwritten note congratulating us! They remembered all of our dietary needs, including the fact that we don't drink alcohol and had an amazing plum shrub drink at the ready for us (which was delicious and paired so well with the tasting menu). The restaurant itself is small and intimate, with cozy booth seating, candle lighting with an overhead light, and the perfect ambiance for a variety of occasions ranging from romantic dates to clientele dinners! Julianna was so incredibly welcoming and I absolutely loved her vibe!! Every single course was done to perfection, with most of the flavors being light. We also loved that the chefs would come out to introduce their dishes - it was such a great personal connection to see who was actually making the delicious items we were eating and hear about it from them! A few highlights: - Puffed beef tendon: this was one of the first things we had, and really set the tone for the rest of the meal. I remember joking that if Sons & Daughters would sell this by the bag, I'd probably order a couple to-go! I usually hate tendon, so it was incredible to try it in a different format that had just the tiniest hint of a delicate beef flavor. - Caviar supplement: definitely a must-add for your dinner! The cauliflower creme, the uncured caviar, and the muscats all combined together for the most sensational experience. There's no popping, but everything is so soft and goes down incredibly smoothly. - Maine lobster with shellfish butter: my second favorite dish of the night! The lobster was so tender, and the shellfish butter so creamy. - Duck breast and duck sausage: This was by far the biggest standout. The duck breast was cooked to perfection. The duck sausage meatball was incredible, as was the sweet potato cake! - Coffee show: we opted to get coffee during our dessert courses and it was a great decision! Coffee was prepared tableside with a brewer that felt like a science show. Delicious coffee and was the perfect accompaniment to all of the desserts that followed. Everything from the food, the staff, the chefs, the drinks, and ambiance were perfect at Sons & Daughters. Truly the perfect anniversary dinner and experience. read more

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amazing pre fixe menu, i cannot wait to go back wine selections also delicious. service spectacular. read more

This restaurant is a long time culinary destination recently made fresh by 2023 Michelin California Young Chef award winner Harrison Cheney at the helm; let the sommelier sherpas guide you through a tasting that showcases CA bounty while adhering to tactful New Nordic precepts - Chef Harrison has an affinity for wild forage, fermented delicacies, and forgotten roots. The service team is exceptional, you can tell they love one another. The stage is romantic and well - lit, and the open kitchen is beautiful to behold. An education in the finer things well worth the price tag and an unforgettable memory for those lucky enough to enjoy it. read more

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Overall (5/5) - Sons and Daughters was without a doubt a 5/5 experience. Well deserving of their One michelin star. Total per person was around $290 including service fee/tax. The Prix fixe menu is prepaid on tock which is how you would get your reservations. I was a tiny bit concerned because it was rather easy to get reservations - so I felt like it may suck since the demand is not nearly as high as other high end restaurants in SF. Thank god this wasn't the case! Highly recommended for anyone. ------------------------------------------------------ Food (5/5): Prix Fixe menu was solid. I loved every dish minus the beetroot with bone-marrow. Presentation was beautiful. Food was prepared with both excellent culinary techniques and amazing ingredients. Exceptional Standouts: - Modesto Squab breast with sausage:  I believe this is the best Squab breast I've ever had in my life. Whoever cooked this made a world class dish because it was my absolute favorite of the night. Tender and packed with flavor. Skin perfectly crisp, amazing sauce... It was amazing on its own but once you combine it with the side of Squab liver custard with grilled heart? Yes, straight to heaven. We can do without the hazel nut though! but it's ok I just left that aside. - Maine Lobster with new potatoes and shellfish butter: The sauce is SOO beautiful and rich, and lobster cooked perfectly. Visually would've been more stunning if they had a big piece of lobster emerging from the sauce, but regardless it tasted absolutely amazing. - Lamb: One word: TENDER. - Toasted grains with smoked chocolate and goat's milk ice cream: Probably one of the best dessert. I love chocolate. Perfect way to end the night. Could be better: - Grilled and dried beetroot with bone marrow and preserved huckleberry: Only disappointing dish of the night. Bone marrow super processed where it just tasted like hardened fat. Huckleberry/beetroot wasn't appetizing. ------------------------------------------------------ Service/Ambience  (5/5): Very engaging staff. Super polite and great ambiance. Kinda fun to be able to watch the cooks in action. We were the lucky ones because we literally had front row seats. You get a little hand written note :D read more

Sons & Daughters - Tasting menu - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Sons & Daughters is far and away the most incredible and memorable dining experience I've ever had - all 8 times :) !! My (now) fiancé and I visited Sons & Daughters for the first time early last year, unbeknownst to us, shortly after Chef Harrison assumed position as Executive Chef. We were blown away by the food, staff, service and quite literally everything about the dinner. The ambience is stunning. The staff is incredibly knowledgeable / kind / welcoming. The food is decadent and truly other worldly. The service is nothing short of perfection. The dishware is custom-made, unique to every dish and pure works of art. Chef Harrison and his staff consistently create new and exciting twists to the menu. The menu changes quarterly with modifications in between based on what's in season, available, etc. The chefs and staff take the time to eloquently describe each dish & give you insight into the inspiration, ingredients and all around profile before diving into the magic that is that first bite. David, the house sommelier, is a true expert and hand picks each wine for the tasting menu, perfectly complementing each dish and bringing out the variety of flavors in the food and wine. George, General Manager, Patrick & Jason ensure you're taken care of and attended to every step of the way. (Note I could go on about every single person who works at Sons & Daughters.. but fingers are getting tired!) I recommend this restaurant to everyone (prompted or not) - colleagues, friends, family, clients. I can't say enough good things and have been grateful for Chef Harrison and his staff for always warmly welcoming us back and making each time a unique and special / memorable experience. read more

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Had an amazing experience at Sons and Daughters. The cozy ambiance, attentive service, and absolutely delicious food made for a delightful evening. The chefs created a welcoming atmosphere. Thank you! read more

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Unfortunately they have enacted an ridiculous cancellation policy. We really love the food and experience, but we will not be back after our next booking. Life happens, and if they are going to treat a restaurant like a "concert/sporting event" and not allow a cancellation/reschedule, I will no longer do business. I have informed several of my friends, who were also shocked. I just want to let everyone know to read the fine print before you book. An established restaurant is not a one day event. We tried to cancel 3 weeks in advance. Once you book, you are locked in. Only option is to transfer. read more

Sons & Daughters - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

Gave this place a try for takeout during COVID SIP and sure glad I did! I would give this place a 4.5 stars if I could. Service was quick, friendly and efficient when I went to pick up my order at a table set up at their front door. With SIP, I was easily able to get a parking spot right in front on a weekday afternoon. Reheating instructions were attached to the bag and was very simple by reheating in the oven (or air fryer like I did). The food overall was very very good with the salmon, bread and dessert definitely being standouts. Here was my menu: Cucumber salad: was good Parker house roll: soooo good after heating a bit in microwave Poached king salmon: was cooked absolutely perfectly and tasted buttery Ratatouille: was good Orzo: very nice and flavorful Almond olive oil cake: yum! Wish the slice was bigger! Chocolate truffle: not too sweet and a great ending to the meal I would definitely come back again for their take home kit to try a different menu. Give this place and try and support your local restaurants during this crazy time! read more

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Exceptionally good, I am sure it won't be long before the third star! Service was meticulous but not too much, really appreciated meeting the whole team and the whole vibe of the experience. A very unique experience very different to anything else I have been fortunate enough to enjoy in California! I will be back and recommend!!! read more

My boyfriend and I had the pleasure of dining at Sons and Daughters for our 5th anniversary, and it's now one of my favorite restaurants I've ever been to. The food, ambiance, and service were incredible. It's a very intimate setting, housed in a small venue that seats maybe 10 parties at once. We sat directly across the kitchen, which offered us the special treat of watching the chefs cook all night. Their precision, professionalism, attention to detail, and love for their craft is evident in their food and plating. I've only dined at a few Michelin star restaurants, but I've never had chefs interact directly with the customer! The chefs took turns with the waiters introducing and explaining each course. Executive Chef Harrison and his team even shared the names of the flower garnishes used and I continued to ask about them throughout the evening. We had great conversations with Chef Harrison and Sommelier David that truly made the evening special. And of course the food... The entire dinner was absolutely fantastic, each course a different variety of texture, color, and flavor. Sons and Daughters commitment to sustainability is admirable and evident in their use of ingredients. Although every bite was amazing, our favorites of the night were the miso and horseradish taster, halibut, quail, and the corn and pickled plum dessert! We were both pleasantly stuffed by the end of the meal. I cannot recommend this restaurant enough. The food was utterly divine, the service was impeccable, and the experience was one of a lifetime. Our only regret is that we forgot our signed copy of the welcome card! Thank you to the entire Sons and Daughters staff for this memorable anniversary :) read more

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Amazing experience. Creative and delicious plates, stellar service...couldn't ask for a better evening. Every offering was a delightful explosion of flavors and textures. Difficult to say what stood out the most but the scallops were definitely outstanding and so precisely prepared. The coffee service with the siphon and history was a treat. Thank you S&D team. Looking forward to another visit soon read more

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Came here with my fiancé on a Friday night. We had to celebrate my birthday early while both of us could get time off work. Sons & Daughters was amazing, who does early birthdays?! The staff all wished me happy early birthday in an understated, non-embarrassing way. Every meal was plated well and all had an interesting twist in one way or another. It was so fun discussing how each course looked and the different flavors we could detect. I particularly liked the flatware. The wait staff was not overbearing at all for it being a Michelin rated restaurant. I felt very comfortable and relaxed. The scallop was like nothing I've had before, and I normally don't care for them. I also LOVED the breads we had, so delicious and warm. For our final dessert I had a special birthday cake flavored ice cream cookie sandwich. I was pretty full by the end of the courses, my fiancé had to help me out. Our reservation was at 9, but they told us our table was ready about a half hour earlier. We left the restaurant around 11:30. read more

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My wife and I visited for the first time since pre-pandemic and it has somewhat declined since then. The food is about what you'd expect from a one-star Michelin restaurant, but the service was not. To be fair, most of the servers were polite but one young man had an odd exchange with us. He asked, "Where are you visiting us from tonight?" "We Ubered from Berkeley," we said. "Oh I'm in the East Bay as well. I live in Oakland," says the guy. "Oh nice, we like Oakland." Then he says, "I'm sure you do. It's not a two-way street though." And he walks off. Did he just Berkeley-shame us? Yes, yes he did. Kind of weird coming from an Oaklander, but even weirder coming from the staff of a Michelin restaurant. Definitely a first. read more

I am hesitant to give a 4-star. We were here to celebrate my bday, 6:30 pm! Most items were very salty.. (really too much salt) and some items got balanced due to the combination of flavors running in the plate. My favorite was the halibut. The wine pairing is great though so I would recommend if. We got some additional pouring too since I was celebrating my bday so Hurrayy for that! Overall the service is really fast here, small space but the flow of food and staff was managed really well by the folks on the floor. I am conflicted because we went to a 3-Michelin two weeks ago and were judging this place accordingly so keep that in mind. They have a lot of potential but like all the other reviewers, I felt the Salt was way too much and that was the most annoying part especially after you get a reservation 2-3 months in advance and it's a 1-Michelin star. Most 1-Michelin focus a lot on their food and reviews. If reviews have mentioned the salt, that is probably something that needs looking in to for improvement. Cheers to the staff and service! read more

Sons & Daughters - Wine pairing - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

Romantic, intimate, and a great culinary experience. I brought my boyfriend here for his birthday and we both loved the experience!! And it was SO much food. Theres only 1 tasting menu to go off on and everything was great -- however I do agree with some of the other reviews that some of the meat dishes were a bit too salty. I think if they tweaked that, I can definitely see this place shoot to 2 stars one day. Nonetheless everything was beautifully presented and dessert was some of the best I had. Would love to come back in the future read more

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My husband and i took one of our close friend (also one of our Godparents for a gift as a thank you for being so amazing with our 2 under 2 babies) experience this amazing restaurant. We're all about experiences and great food and have always appreciated the art & beauty in Michelin star restaurants. We have always made it a goal to eat at and experience a Michelin star restaurant once a year; this was our first time year and it blew our minds, everything from start to finish was amazing! there was not one dish we didn't like, we enjoyed every bit slowly because we wanted it to last longer and the presentation and description were all so perfect and unique. We did it with wine tasting and they were paired so well with the dishes they provided. My husband ordered coffee at the very end and we got a fun presentation of their Syphon Coffee process. Soon after my Husband and accidentally knocked over his coffee and was bummed he didn't even get enough of it. Without asking they helped cleaned up fast and even took the coffee off our bill. We didn't expect it at all and don't mind paying since it was our fault, but they still insisted and gave superb service; highly appreciated. We have eaten at 8 Michelin restaurants, and this is one of our top if not our favorite one of them all. If you ever want to experience a great tasting menu, with very friendly staff/servers (you even get personal time with the chef) and a true Michelin experience, this is one i highly recommend that will be perfect as a first, as the next, or as a continuous. We normally don't return to restaurants because we want to experience all around, but this is one we talked about where we WILL just to dine and experience it all over again with their seasonal menu that change quarterly (as we were told & excitedly planned for our next visit). read more

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I enjoyed the food, the service, and the atmosphere, obviously constrained due to the very recent return from the 2nd Covid lock-down. And of course, by watching the six chefs meticulously work in the incredibly tiny 50 sqft open kitchen. But the experience seemed a bit strange, as if S&D was a simple corner comfort-food, bacon-eggs-and-hash joint that just got their first Michelin star last week. The food itself was excellent, but my evening was a bit off - not by any one particular thing: just a collection of small challenges that would not matter if that star wasn't on the wall. Such as: staff I've never met addressing me by my first name, reminiscent of the flair-wearing staff at Chotchkie's. Maybe that's a thing here in SF. Or the balance of presentations of each course. A few courses had the actual food as less than 10% of the plate, adorned with pine springs, wheat sheaves, rocks, etc. And at the other extreme, the excellent taste of the sea urchin / lobster covered with potato foam was challenged by it's appearance as a featureless bland pale yellow soup in an off-white bowl. Usually, this type of dish is presented by adding the foam at the table, so the diners can view the ingredients before they are covered. Not here. My concerns are of course, very minor. I'll return for the food, of course. 2021 04 21. M1. read more

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The attentive service and the sheer amount of food are both major standouts for Sons & Daughters compared to other fine dining experiences I've had. I came here for dinner when vaccination cards were still mandatory to enter and upon seeing my physical card, they immediately offered if I'd like to have it laminated (something I've never been offered by any other restaurant to this day). Throughout dinner itself, I was expecting around 10 plates and was pleasantly surprised when it was closer to 18. Towards the end of our dinner, our server noticed that we were incredibly full and offered to box up our last dessert course right after presenting it at our table without us having to ask! read more