The Kitchen is much more than a restaurant with incredible food, the whole dining experience elevates everything to another level. If you want to help plate dishes, cook, or do anything in the kitchen, they give you that opportunity. As I stated, the food is incredible. They have a rotating seasonal menu, and when we went, we had the winter menu. From the very first courses in Act I like the Chestnut Gnocchi and Fort Bragg Black Cod, to the spectacular Lacquered Pekin Duck Breast in Act II, every single dish was perfection. One of the absolute best parts is that you can actually revisit any item on the menu, a perk we fully embraced by revisiting the oyster intermission for extra rounds of those incredible Salt Bay oysters and Shigoku shooters. If you have not had the opportunity to experience The Kitchen, I highly recommend it. My wife and I usually save it for special occasions because it is definitely a splurge. That said, the exceptional food, outstanding service, and unforgettable atmosphere make it well worth the cost. The staff is attentive, and the vibe is fun, relaxed, and interactive, making the whole evening truly special. read more

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had the privilege of getting to dine at the kitchen again and it was just as incredible as the first time! everything was so delicious and i was so so stuffed by the end everything is cooked to perfection and the staff is so friendly, welcoming, and willing to explain their processes and answer any questions! their dishes are not only amazing in flavor, they are also amazing in the contrasting textures. everything is also plated so beautifully and it is truly edible art. they have such a fun dessert concept as well where they brought out small bites, each of which were delicious, as well as an entire cake plus madeleines (the best of which ive ever had) to take home! my absolute favorite michelin star restaurant and I cant wait until the next time I can dine here again! read more

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I always heard how hard it was to get a reservation for The Kitchen but on a whim I checked and was able to snag one. Granted it was 2 months out but I was thrilled none the less. Located on Broadway by Bike Dog and Sellands. Parking can fill up pretty quickly since bike dog and Sellands gather their own pretty decent crowd. Doors open right at the time of your reservation so if you arrive early, plan on sitting outside. A line does form but it doesn't matter your place because they have already assigned your seating. I was pleasantly surprised we were seated at the seats surrounding the kitchen so we had a front row view of everything. Once seated, we were immediately offered ceviche and drinks. We opted for the cocktail pairing menu and holy cow it was a lot of alcohol. We a little bit of something from every category of alcoholic. Gin, vodka, rum, tequila, wine, brandy and whiskey. I am not a fan of whiskey and they allowed me to sub my whiskey drink for one of the drinks they served prior that I really enjoyed. At the end of the night right before for dessert, they offer coffee or an additional drink and I got the espresso martini which was delicious. I'd definitely recommend an uber or DD if doing any of the drink package pairings. The head chef came out and introduced himself and his staff. I love that it was highly suggested we all got up and ventured around the kitchen, to ask questions and interact and even help plate some dishes. I was back there helping plate the pasta dishes. It was so fun. For the parade of bites it was the ceviche, candied apricots, chips, blackberries, empanadas, spring rolls, tomato soup mousse and pancetta skewers. All were amazing, and while I knew we could ask for more, but we held back because we knew the main event was yet to come. The main course items consisted of halibut, oysters, pasta, flank steak, gnocchi and scallops. Small portions, yes. But you can ask for 2nd or 3rds or more of anything you want. By the time dessert rolled around I was so full. I didn't even get to try the strawberry lady finger cheesecake and only a few bites from the platter of cookies. Expensive, yes. For 2, just to reserve dinner, after fees and what not it was $604. The drink package for 2 plus additional drinks and more fees was a little $500. We paid for the drink package at the time of our meal tho. But even with that price tag, I'm already planning on another trip once the summer menu drops. read more

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From the moment we walked through the door, we knew we were in for a treat! The experience is like no other with the open kitchen and highly interactive experience. I mean, we ended up the pastry bag of fresh whipped cream by the end of the night...just because we asked for the fun of it! Despite the whimsy chaos of it all though, the food is also just delicious. A sampling of our menu included a butter poached halibut with artichoke puree, a handkerchief pasta with morels and sweetbread, tom kha oysters, and a seared lamb sirloin....and this was just a fraction of what we were treated to this night! Boyfriend and I also paired a bottle of wine with dinner and really enjoyed our Italian Amarone. The Kitchen also offers pairings of all types for the meal: wine, cocktails, even mocktails if you please. All in all the experience was well worth the splurge. I would absolutely welcome the experience again....next bonus season lol. read more

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What a great experience. One piece of advice: don't come late like my group did. If you do, you'll take the behind-the-scenes route and miss out on the welcome experience with the appetizers and oysters upon entry. Thankfully, they were still serving oysters when we got there, so we were able to grab a few before the appetizers rolled out. I won't go into detail about the food because the menu changes, but I will say every dish was truly a work of art. The thought put into the ingredients, the quality, and of course the presentation--it was all on point. A win no matter what the menu is. I will say this though: if there's a dish you love, you can order it again. My group of six wasn't shy about asking for more oysters, bread, and pasta. You'll definitely walk out 5 lbs heavier from all the good eats and drinks. I've been lucky enough that this was my second time at The Kitchen (my first was at their old location about 10 years ago), so I came in with some expectations and good memories from my last visit. Happy to say it's exactly how I remembered it. Chef was high energy and hilarious, the servers were beyond accommodating and personable, and the bartenders were hauling ass all night getting drinks out without compromising quality. The experience is easily 100/10. The atmosphere on a Friday night was amazing. Hoping it's not another 10 years before I'm back. read more

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Lucky enough to have been here for my third visit, this time for my birthday! This is our second time coming since they received their Michelin star, and first time at the new location. It makes more sense here next to their sister restaurant Selland's, and way less sketchy than the old spot behind Taco Bell! The designated spots are nice as well so you're not stuck searching for something along Broadway. For this visit we had the Spring menu. One thing that newcomers should know is that what you see on that course menu is far from everything that you'll receive. Right off the bat, we saw oyster stations set up and they brought us FIVE different appetizers! They were all so delicious but standouts were the beef tartare mini tacos and halibut ceviche. This was followed by an amusebouche, fresh bread, course 1 and 2, an intermission of an oyster trio, course 3 and 4, and SIX desserts!! Wow we were so full after four hours of nonstop deliciousness. The fun part about this place is you can order seconds (or more..good luck finding that at another Michelin) but you truly don't even need it, so don't go too crazy and only request the additional servings on the ones you REALLY love (one time we ordered the gnocchi plate three times). Chef Kelly and Chef Gio and their entire team make this such a memorable meal. We are so lucky to have this Michelin experience here in our own backyard, and it's still our favorite to this day. It's the most approachable Michelin restaurant you could ever get and you're guaranteed to leave full. If you're going to ever splurge on one fine dining experience in your life, this is the one. read more

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I have been lucky enough to have dined at the Kitchen several times. Each experience was different but all amazing. It's a bit tough to get a reservation so you need to plan four months in advance as that's when reservations open up. If you do that, the likelihood of you getting a spot is pretty good, even on a weekend. The food is to die for with multiple courses that changes monthly. Just note that the food is usually paired with a rich sauce but they do check with you prior to your reservation date about any dietary restrictions. My favorite for the spring menu were the steak tartar and oysters served multiple ways. The chefs and staff are engaging and do their job well...my napkin was always folded when I returned if I left my seat. Service was excellent. I did notice that portions seem to be smaller than what they used to be but you won't leave hungry since you can order as much as you want. Also, there's a charge for every beverage, even coffee...they could have been more up front about this as I recall it used to be included. I can't wait to go back. read more

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This is a Michelin Star restaurant in Sacramento. Reservations needed to be made 3 months in advance . It has excellent service and excellent food . The ingredients are fresh and delicious. Plating are also very nice . Customers can walk around and mingle with the restaurant staffs and chefs . It is a fun and enjoyable experience. I got a special treat time here because of Mother 's Day in May , 2026 . read more

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First off, good luck trying to get reservations. It's nearly impossible. Secondly, come hungry. While this isn't a buffet dinner, you can have as many servings as you'd like. The food - it was whimsical and each bite took me to a new layer of flavor. I felt like Violet Beauregard from Willie Wonka and the Cholesterol Factory. The show - during intermission the chef does a little storytelling and announcements. Like a ringleader of a circus. Knowing what I know, I'll go for the food and pass on the drinks. It's definitely an experience. 8/10. read more

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The Food Though a bit of effort, we were able to get a reservation for the critically acclaimed The Kitchen. We were in time to experience...appropriately enough, Spring is nature's way of saying, 'Let's party'. It starts with a Prelude of small-bite snacks. Which is an understatement, since there was quite an array of snacks. Our favorites were the Spring Rolls and the Cheese Empanadas. Following was Act I with Butter "Bathed" Alaskan Halibut and "Handkerchief" Pasta. Continuing with an Intermission of a variety of Oysters and different sauces. Then it was Act II with Fines Herbes "Gnudi" and Spiced Butter Basted Lamb Loin. Finally, concluding with "Chloe" as dessert, along with an array of other desserts. Needless to say, all the dishes were delicious, my favorite was the Alaskan Halibut. All the desserts were great as well, but that might be my biased sweet tooth. The Miscellaneous The Kitchen is one of the more unique restaurants I've dined at. With its open kitchen concept, it reminds me of Omakase and, by contrast, of my college dining hall. The restaurant can house many guests, and it took a bit of time to seat everyone. The staff were professional and courteous, guiding the guests throughout the dining experience. The chefs were enthusiastic and encouraged everyone to explore the restaurant. All in all, it was a wonderful dining experience. The only nitpick I have is probably the transparency of their drinks. But otherwise, would definitely recommend the unique dining experience. read more

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My goal in life is to have The Kitchen for dinner every other week, or at least once a month because WHAT!!!! This was unlike any other Michelin experience I've had and I was completely blown away. From the staff, the ambience, the food; wow, just WOW. As this was my first time, I took my time taking it all in. Get there early and try all the appetizer/small bites at least once (we went around twice!). I immediately noticed that most parties of 2-3 were seated at the counter and you want to sit here!!! It's a more intimate experience with the chefs and you can see everything better. We were also able to speak to the chefs and ask them questions about what they were preparing; it was nice. While each course is being prepared, it's encouraged to walk around while the chefs are cooking. And while we hesitated, I mustered up the courage to get up. As chefs are playing and cutting, they will offer you a little taste test, for QA of course. They also let you help plate food, which I thought was cool. The food was delicious, but what really impressed me was the dessert course(s)!!! I love a good dessert and wow they went above and beyond! Chocolate mousse, cheese plate, cookies and "milk", macarons, jellies, marshmallows, cream puffs, and madelines to take home. Honorable mention were the herby chips, bread and butter, and olives on the side. Overall, still dreaming of this awesome dinner. Can't wait to be back for a spring or summer menu! read more

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Came into The Kitchen in Sacramento expecting a typical Michelin-starred experience... and left realizing this place throws "typical" completely out the window. The night kicks off with the chef giving a speech that basically sets the tone: there are *no rules*. And they mean it. You're encouraged to get up, walk around, explore the space, and try anything that catches your eye. It felt more like a culinary playground than a fine dining restaurant. The variety was honestly impressive--everything from Asian-inspired bites to fresh raw oysters to Mexican flavors, all executed with care and creativity. After exploring, we were seated for the main portion of the meal--but even that didn't follow the usual script. Dishes were interactive, and we could actually participate in preparing parts of the meal. If we liked something? We could just ask for another one on the spot. That level of freedom and engagement made the whole experience feel personal and super fun. Now for the food itself: while everything was good, it didn't quite hit the same level of boldness and depth I've had at other 2/3 star Michelin spots. Flavors leaned a bit safer than I expected, and I was hoping for something a little more daring or memorable on that front. That said, this is easily one of the most fun and innovative dining experiences I've ever had. The concept alone makes it worth it, and there's so much potential here. I'm really excited to see how they continue to evolve. read more

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Had an amazing time at the kitchen tonight. The service there is always top notch! Best friendly staffs. The restaurant itself is gorgeous! A very elegant and fun place! We had the winter menu tonight. So many great dishes.. I was soooo full by the end of the night. Will post pic and names of dishes as best as I could. Everything I ate I loved! I wish I can have seconds but there was no way! lol so full! A must try atleast once if not many many times over! Highly recommend read more

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You just cannot go wrong with The Kitchen. Is it truly worthy of a Michelin Star? YES! My first time being at the Broadway location and it is so much better than the prior location squeezed behind a Taco Bell. It's truly a culinary experience. We sat at the counter and I preferred that because it seems more spacious and you can see the chefs busily working in the open kitchen. I every course was a work of art. I've always loved their oysters. The steak tartare appetizer really stood out. Note, end of the meal coffee was not included and had to be purchased separately. I swear it used to be included years ago. read more

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I would give this restaurant one Michelin star instead of five. Considering the price and reputation, the overall experience was disappointing. The pacing of the meal felt very unbalanced -- we waited far too long for the main courses, yet all of the desserts were served at once with little presentation or care. The dessert quality itself felt below Michelin standards, lacking creativity, refinement, and attention to detail. What concerned me the most, however, was the hygiene standard in the open kitchen. The chefs were freely talking with customers while actively preparing food, and none of the kitchen staff were wearing masks. In a fine dining environment that claims Michelin-level service and standards, this felt extremely unprofessional and unsanitary. I understand that every restaurant has its own style and atmosphere, but for the price point and expectations associated with Michelin recognition, I expected a much more polished and thoughtful experience. read more

The Kitchen Restaurant - New American Near Me - Sacramento, California

Such an amazing experience to have! Probably the best Michelin restaurant we have tried so far. They have a 6 course tasting menu, but be prepared that they add so many more courses in addition to that! Come hungry for sure. The experience starts off with a happy hour where they bring over several snacks to you and you can order drinks as well. After that, the main menu starts. The food is amazing and you can always ask for more of any course and they will bring it out to you. The service is truly amazing - they let you walk around the kitchen anytime, ask questions and even let you help plate some of the dishes! It's super open and everyone is so nice, which makes the ambiance so welcoming. Even dessert has 3 courses (make sure to save room for the chocolate chip cookies cause those are amazing). Worth every penny the experience costs. Make sure to get a reservation as soon as they open new spots (2 months in advance). read more

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Finally writing this review after my visit in May 2024.. The Kitchen Restaurant is easily one of the best Michelin restaurants I've ever experienced. Sitting at the bar you get to watch all the action and interact with the talented chefs. I love that you get to walk around the kitchen and help prep dishes, which makes the experience truly unforgettable. To top it off the food is equally delicious. I think it's time to plan another visit! read more

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I really loved how attentive the staff were and the whole open concept kitchen & using seasonal ingredients. Interior is really pretty too. The appetizers--loved the oysters and loved the fish ceviche. Absolutely delicious. The squash soup was good too. We did the cocktail pairing-- I wasn't in love with all the drinks, some were good and others were not to my liking. The staff saw that and offered to make something else. Food--everything else was ok. I liked the mushroom dish and the crunchy texture. The fish with tangerine did not pair well IMO. The duck and beef was just okay. There were so many desserts and they plated it nicely!! I left with a full belly. I may have not liked every dish, but I really enjoyed the experience & would do it again. read more

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I can't say enough how amazing the experience was! Every single person I interacted with was so nice and engaging. How this restaurant doesn't have more Michelin stars, I don't know. I just wish I had remembered to take more photos! When the doors open, you're shown to your seats and asked about a drink order. You're then allowed to tour the restaurant... and trust me you want to because appetizers are EVERYWHERE. Of course the food was next level. A friend of mine is a vegetarian and it was awesome to see the food she was given as alternatives. If anything, I was jealous of some of hers! Come hungry because the food just keeps coming! Plus desserts! Once you sit down, the show begins and you get to watch as dishes are being prepared. It's hard to describe, but the environment was so much fun. One of my friends asked a server about process they do to prepare the duck... few moments later he was brought into the kitchen and got to chat with the head chef! I did the mocktail pairing and it didn't disappoint at all! I loved that my drinks were just as beautiful as the cocktails my friends got. Those little details matter! At the end of the night they called out people celebrating birthdays, anniversaries, and major milestones for everyone to clap and cheer... including some of their own. I loved that aspect too because it feels like the employees joy and excitement feels genuine and you can see why they enjoy working there. read more

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I've decided that I need to start knocking off things on my bucket list. Dining at the The Kitchen was one of them! My buds and I booked this place two months in advance for a Sunday dinner. It is more than a meal, it is an experience! You can walk throughout and sample goodies in the kitchen. Loved visiting the wine cellar too! The four of us sat at a high top close to the kitchen so we could watch the action. If you are a couple, I would suggest sitting at the counter however. The prix fixe menu consisted of: "OEUFS BROUILLES" Vega Farms Egg, Matsutake Mushroom, Golden Trout Roe, Fines Herbes, Toasted Brioche PAN SEARED DAYBOAT SEA SCALLOP -- Got seconds of this! Golden Potato "Brandade", Tomatillo Bearnaise PAN ROASTED CELERIAC - Delicious! Perigord Truffle, Mirepoix Jus, Truffle Fondue, Ciboulette INTERMISSION - A series of oysters prepared in various ways *Valley Pearl Oyster "On the Half Shell," Hogwash *Valley Pearl "All Dressed" Oyster, Green Strawberry, Lap Xuong, Yuzu *Shigoku Oyster Shooter, Foothill Apple, Celery, Pickled Ginger, Shiso, Gooseberry ACT II DELTA PEAR RAVIOLI Robiola di Bufala, Kabocha Squash, Thyme, Braised Applewood Smoked Bacon PARMIGIANO REGGIANO CURED BEEF "FLAT IRON" California Corona Bean, Sauce "Verte", Saba Green Peppercorn BLACK WALNUT "TORTE" Apple Coulis, Macerated Golden Delicious Apple, Creme Fraiche APRES DESSERT Mignardises One of my favorites was the unlimited oysters. I shamelessly had a dozen on my own. Service was top notch. My friends got me the wine pairing ($135): ACT I NV DUVAL-LEROY Brut Réserve Champagne 2022 CRISTOM Chardonnay Eola-Amity Hills, Willamette Valley 2023 DUMOL Pinot Noir Russian River Valley ACT II 2021 LA SALITA -- One of my faves! I love Nebbiolo from Barolo. Nebbiolo Barolo DOCG, Piedmont 2016 CONN CREEK -- Highly recommend Cabernet Sauvignon Spring Valley Mountain District, Napa Valley 2021 RICHARD WALZER Riesling and Chardonnay Kremstal, Austria Yes I will be back! read more

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After all these years as a Sac resident I finally made it to The Kitchen! It was all that I thought it would be and then some. Compared to the various Napa and Bay Area culinary adult disneyland restaurants charging $500 a head, this Michelin star restaurant is a true bargain. The service is top notch and plates are cleared and silverware replaced in a flash. The staff is so friendly and welcoming, and so so accomodating to all our needs. I think I'm hooked, and I'm already plotting on how and when I will come back. If you haven't done so, search youtube for strictly dumpling's visit to The Kitchen. He shows you everything firsthand so I don't have to. read more

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Another top-notch experience here at The Kitchen! This Autumn menu was absolutely delicious, and I loved the combination of flavors. The service was impeccable, the wine pairing for the standard wines was wonderful. I got to sip some of the reserve wine pairing from my friends, and that one was wonderful too. Such a beautifully designed interior, beautifully laid out tables, and wonderfully knowledgeable staff. I'll see you in 2 years for my regular 24-month visit! Can't wait. read more

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This was one of the most unique dinner experiences I've ever had (including other Michelin experiences). I absolutely LOVED the concept of walking around and trying different appetizers placed around the restaurant. It was so fun and unique! Felt like we were all at a big party with appetizer stations. The chef was also so interactive with everyone which was great. I didn't find the food itself that good...it was their spring menu and heavy on the pea flavor which just isn't my cup of tea. That being said, many people in our group loved the food so thats more a personal preference. Really fun experience and I would definitely go again to try a different menu! read more

We loved this restaurant. It was such an amazing experience. The chef was gracious and friendly. You could tell he loved what he did and was happy to share his time with us. The staff were wonderful. The whole place felt electric. You could go anywhere and try anything and they were happy to show you what to do and let you try. The food was incredible. Everything tasted delicious and the presentation was perfection. The whole restaurant was open and inviting and we loved every minute of it. read more

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First time here and woah is it an experience. It's not just about the food- it's an entire event. Super fun! The venue itself is much smaller than I expected but this allows for mingling with the other tables as well. Everyone working last night was super eager to answer any question we might have and were truly looking to make our experience the best it could be (shoutout to Aria though- she truly went above and beyond!) Loved that there were still peaches on the menu! Wish the ceviche had an option without peanuts so my bf could've tried it as it was a fan favorite of the night. I also didn't know I liked oysters until last night (idk what I've tried in the past!). Favorite dish of the night was the heirloom tomato tarte with the prosciutto I absolutely loved the vanilla cake with the peach puree for dessert, the marinated olives were up there as well and the rosemary focaccia so much good food. my friends and I had a blast celebrating my bday! I would warn you in getting a beverage pairing- it is A LOT of fluid. Next time, I would stick with just 1-2 drinks from the bar instead. The flowers in the women's bathroom were absolutely stunning. Overall, an amazing night. Come hungry. read more

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Oh my and wow! This is the first time my husband and I have EVER had this type of experience or even stepped foot into a Michelin starred restaurant : ) so this might be a long review.... what a marvelous time. This restaurant is very open and modern. All members are so inviting and hospitable. Everyone we encountered made our group feel special. After we were seated at our table (there were six in our group) we had the same servers come by throughout our experience. There were a few of us with allergies (tree nuts/raw or undercooked meat) and all were accommodated with delicious alternatives even though this was a fixed menu dinner. My husband and I had our meal with the cocktail pairing. All parts of the meal from the small starters, all courses were beyond belief! There was nothing we didn't like! Some of the favorites were: salmon wrapped in perilla leaves, home made potato chips, mushroom bisque, flat iron steak, and the desserts? AMAZING. All the cocktails complemented the food items perfectly. There were two "showy" ones-one with vanilla fog and one Smokey one. All were delicious! Can't keep raving enough for this experience. Hope everyone has the opportunity to try this just once. (Took too many pictures to post them all) read more

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Getting reservations for this restaurant is just as bad as concert tickets, but completely worth it. You should definitely show up when doors open to take advantage of all the appetizers they have around the restaurant. Watch the chefs prep and interact with them. The food kept coming and had me wanting more with every dish. Chef Gio knows how to entertain a crowd as well as he can cook. There are assigned tables but if you can, definitely try for a counter seat so you can watch all the cooking and prepping up front. The music was a little loud but not loud enough that you can't have a conversation with the person next to you. One of the best dining experiences I've ever had. The menu changes often so just get in when you can. read more

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Just celebrated my birthday here last week and it was an amazing experience as always. This is my second time coming here and it still felt new and exciting. The minute you enter those doors your transported to a beautiful place elegant but not intimidating very welcoming staff and it feels like they are ready to have a good time!!! All the courses didn't disappoint and learning how they are sourced and where they are from was just so extra!! It wasn't just going out to dinner it was a 3 hour grand show! read more

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This was such an amazing dinning experience. It was really interactive. We were able to explore the entire restaurant, including the kitchen area where the staff were serving appetizers. There is a full bar to purchase alcoholic beverages. In addition to the cocktail pairing, I also ordered a side car and espresso martini, which were amazing. I love that we were able to request additional servings of the dishes that we liked. Definitely worth the price and I will absolutely dine in again. read more

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We had an amazing experience here. The food was superb and there was SO much - we left feeling extremely full. It's hard to choose a favorite dish because everything was excellent, but mine was probably the scallop ceviche and all the desserts. Husband loved the flat iron steak and pasta carbonara. Service was stellar - everyone was so nice and it was a welcoming, warm vibe with great music playing in the background. Chef Gio and the team were lively, entertaining, and gracious. Definitely worth the value. read more

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First time seeing what a Michelin restaurant was all about. I very much enjoyed the food but felt the ambience and service was a bit... lacking? To be fair, I've seen a general decline in overall customer service across the board everywhere, but I would have expected a bit more zest from this location. All the different courses were delicious and my date and I enjoyed our night. Chatting with the chefs was a surprisingly fun touch and felt like a communal experience. read more

This place has one of the coolest dining concepts I've ever experienced. You're welcomed in with an assortment of appetizers and then invited to walk around the kitchen, chat with the chefs, and even help do the dishes if you want (no takers on that one)! The service was incredible--everyone worked seamlessly as a team, making the whole evening feel personal and interactive. We dine out often, and this easily ranks as one of my all-time favorite experiences. Every bite was packed with flavor, and I genuinely can't pick a favorite dish--each course was just as impressive as the last. I hear the menu changes with the seasons, and I can't wait to come back and try them all!! read more

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8/28/2022 my first visit at their old location. Apparently I never finished this review sheesh. 4/5 st I have to first start off by saying this was honestly one of, or possibly, the best dining experiences of my life. With that being said, it was also a bit of a let down in that I had something very specific in mind through word of mouth. So back to it, this was an amazing dining experience for me. When they say you can go into the kitchen and do anything, it almost sounds a bit of an exaggeration but for all intents and purposes it's true. The evening starts off with sort of a free roam of the kitchen, if you so desire, while waiting for the dinner to start. They essentially provide an interactive demonstration dinner experience. They have an open kitchen design to allow for the maximum visualization of everything that's going on for every table. When dinner started, they did a short into of how the night would go and shortly after they began serving our first courses. Every course was so creative and to be honest some of the dishes confused my palate initially. Not in a bad way but just in a way that they may not have experienced before. About half way through the dinner they have an intermission where you are free to roam the kitchen once again. During this time the staff were preparing little bites to try as well as platters of oysters that are essentially all you can eat. During this time we wandered the kitchen and made our way to the freezer where a woman invited us to try some freshly made ice cream and a yuzu sorbet that wasn't on the menu for the night. After the intermission the oysters were served and they began preparing the next round of dishes. Again when I sat you are free to come into the kitchen I mean it. You want to help out in the kitchen? They will put you to work. I'm a pretty shy guy so I never would go up and do that on my own. But thankfully one of my very outgoing friends got me to go up there with him and we even helped to finish garnishing one of the dishes. The night ended with desserts but the thing that may have stood out to me the most was probably the chocolate chip cookies. Anyways it's at this time of the night where you are free to also ask for seconds of other courses. Unfortunately they told us that they ran out of everything. So essentially they weren't fully prepared to offer the full experience that night. It was more of disappointment because I had known that it's basically an all you can eat fine dining experience. That being said, I won't knock them too hard as this was such a great dining experience. Side note they offer seasonal menus and drink pairings to go with them. Definitely one of my favorite restaurants of all time. Visit 2 up next... PS: unfortunately it keeps crashing when I try to upload my videos, but I'll give it another shot read more

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I have delayed this review for quite some time. I'm not a long drive right now and I can now give my thoughts We went with the party of six other friends and my wife and I were celebrating our 16th year anniversary. We have been having fomo for not being able to get reservations to come to the kitchen for years and this year we finally were able to get in! The new venue on Broadway is beautiful. The service was excellent. All of the staff was great. It was a different dining experience to say the least. I wish it was explained more for someone who's first time being there. When you get in everybody is out and about. It's kind of chaos. They have these hors d'oeuvre stations all around the restaurant and you kind of have to walk around and discover them. I asked the staff and they said yes. This is normal. Just walk around Aunt. Eat and do whatever you want. Go do the dishes if you want. They said the kitchen is your playground The hors d'oeuvres were really good. We had a Vietnamese spring roll. Tiny bite size piece was fresh and very spring tasting. They had another oyster station with a guy shucking fresh oysters. Those were really good in the middle. There was a ceviche station which was all of ours favorite dish the entire night. At the end of the night we asked them if they could make us the ceviche again and they did. It was excellent My wife got the cocktail pairing which added quite a lot to the bill. However, it was worth it because all of the cocktails were excellent and presentation was outstanding By the time we got to the desserts we're overly full but those were good as well. There was also an intermission where you get up and I think they had the charcuterie which was okay now on to the the bad. This is why I was so conflicted in writing my review because I didn't want to believe it. Prior to going to the kitchen for our first visit, we heard from a friend that the food was really salty and I did not believe them because how could this this award-winning renown restaurant fundamentally mess something up like that? The food being too salty never! Well, Never say never! The main dishes were all extremely salty for my taste and five out of the six people in our group. I do not know how you can mess that up unless you have no taste buds. I think we paid about $700 for my wife and I and I was not expecting that. We were super disappointed to make things worse, the head chef was saying how fun their restaurant is and how boring the French laundry was in comparison to the kitchen. I did not like him publicly disparaging another restaurant so loudly and publicly. That was not a good look, especially when your food was not excellent. If I had walked away from the kitchen that night super impressed then I wouldn't think twice about him disparaging the French laundry instead. It left a bad taste in my mouth literally and figuratively I talked to one of my friends and he just went to the French laundry and he said it was the best meals he ever eaten. So now I need to go to the French laundry and forget about the kitchen. read more

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From the opening of the doors to the take home baggie of madeleines this was a wonderful experience. The energy is electric and contagious and inviting. The Chef Kelly was hilarious and walked around greeting everyone individually encouraging people to live a little and lean in to the experience. The food is good enough to stand alone and get five stars but the interactive atmosphere truly is what makes it stand out. I went back to the pastry chef and he gave me a treat that wasn't even on the menu. I made a cocktail (badly) at the bar and my husband helped plate the food. We enjoyed every dish even the ones that kept us wondering what in the actual world we were eating. My husband did the cocktail pairing and it was worth every penny! Our friend did the mocktail pairing and that was equally delicious. I love how attentive the staff was and nobody ever seemed inconvenienced one bit by the guests. I also loved how I could ask for seconds of the things I loved even an hour after being served the dish!!! I hope I have the joy of going back soon! read more

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You must book reservations ahead of time. We were on the waitlist and received an email with an opening so we took it. It was a much waited dinner reservation. As soon as we entered, we were greeted with appetizers. The chef introduced himself and his staff and makes you feel welcomed like family. You feel like you are at your family's home and are welcome to walk around, try, converse with the chef and cook, even clean dishes if you choose. From start to finish it was such an amazing experience. We were there for about 4 hours and loved every minute. I love trying new foods so if this sounds like you, you have to experience this. You can eat until your heart is full. The open space is beautiful with a good amount of seating where it's not too big where it gets too loud but not small n where it's cramped. In the center, they have a live kitchen where they prepare dinner. All the staff was great, welcoming, and attentive. Service was 10/10! I highly recommended this place. read more

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