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Gary Danko  - Gary Danko, San Francisco, CA
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Gary Danko

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$50 and over
Contemporary French / American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 29 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Great for fine wines
Twenty-five years after opening its doors in San Francisco’s iconic Fisherman’s Wharf neighborhood, Restaurant Gary Danko continues to refine its award-winning combination of classic French cooking, thoughtful and inventive use of local ingredients and personable yet impeccable service.

In a warm, enveloping space overhung with fresh flowers and vibrant artworks, an evening at Gary Danko is both intimate and theatrical—a loving nod to an old-world dining experience with its heart thoroughly planted in the new: fresh, locally grown and raised foods drawn from the region’s vast seasonal offerings, prepared with precision and flair.

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Executive chef: Gary Danko

  • Award icon
    MICHELIN 1 Star2023
  • Award icon
    MICHELIN 1 Star2022

From the OpenTable editors: Chef Gary Danko’s namesake institution is where you go for classic French fine dining with a California twist. While the menu changes seasonally, the dishes are always peak luxury—seafood-studded risottos, decadent souffles, and extravagant cheeses served tableside by smartly suited servers. With an award-winning, 15,000-bottle wine list and lavish floral arrangements, the restaurant is the ultimate destination for special occasions.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French / American, Californian, Dining Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon, Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
    2. MICHELIN 1 Star 2022
  • Neighborhood
    Fisherman's Wharf
  • Cross street
    Hyde
  • Parking details
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  • Public transit
    Hyde Street Cable CarMuni Bus: 47 and 30
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Private Dining Room

    Multiple dates available
    Please note, this room does not have wheelchair access. We offer our full menu in our Private Dining Room. We have two seatings for our Upstairs Private Dining Room and ask all parties to agree to a three hour dining experience for Private Dining Room reservations. Thank you and we look forward to welcoming you to Gary Danko!
    Private Dining Room Photo

What 1,734 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

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Review summary

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Gary Danko offers an exquisite dining experience with "impeccable service" and "unparalleled food." Guests rave about the "extraordinarily delicious flavors" and "perfectly prepared" dishes. The ambiance is "elegant yet welcoming," making it ideal for special occasions. With an "extensive wine list" and a commitment to accommodating dietary needs, Gary Danko remains a top pick for fine dining.
1,734 Reviews
  1. Matheus

    Jacksonville1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had an amazing time there. Good food, but the service is the star of the show, impeccable.

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  2. Michelle VIP

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great meal and outstanding service! Suggest always going with the wine pairing.

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  3. William VIP

    Chicago4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Had an extraordinary meal. Beautifully prepared and presented. Service, however, was cordial but surpisingly inconsistent and intentative. Opted not to do wine pairing, instead preferring cocktail and wine by glass. Had glass of wine with 1st of two appetizers - and never asked again until i had after finished my entree. At that point, requested coffee with dessert but it never came. For a restaurant of this caliber (on a relatively slow night, did not appear understaffed), this seemed a glaring misfire.

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  4. Ellen D VIP

    San Francisco29 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Every dish we had was worth repeating. They are also quite filling for the average diner.

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  5. Jim

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food with outstanding service. Our go to place for special occasion dining. Never disappoints.

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  6. AprilF VIP

    San Diego4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent way to celebrate our anniversary!

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  7. Alfonso

    Central Coast23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    You can’t go wrong with GD. Exquisite food with unparalleled service.

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  8. Angela VIP

    San Francisco18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Spectacular dining experience! From the fabulous ambience, outstanding service, to the divine cuisine my wife and I agreed that Gary Dankos ranks in our top 10 dining experience to celebrate anywhere in the world. The warm welcome of the delightful host, her seating us at a lovely corner table, the smiling and always there but not too intrusive servers, the extraordinary and reasonably priced Sancerre after the largest martini ever, combined with extraordinarily delicious flavors in each course, made for a delightful and memorable evening. And all for a price that feels good value for a truly special dining experience. How has it taken us all this time to visit after living here for over twenty-five years? We cannot wait to find an excuse to celebrate again soon! Bravo!

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  9. Lisa VIP

    San Francisco15 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great place to celebrate a special occasion! Wide selection of food, wine, cocktails, something for everyone. Every course was beautifully plated and delicious. Service was outstanding and the atmosphere was cozy. Will be back!

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best restaurant in town. Hands down. This is a must every time I come to town.

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Gary Danko is rated 4.8 stars by 1734 OpenTable diners.

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  3. San Francisco Bay Area
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  5. Fisherman's Wharf

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 29 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Gary Danko

800 N Point Street, San Francisco, CA 94109

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
    2. MICHELIN 1 Star 2022
  • Cross street
    Hyde
  • Neighborhood
    Fisherman's Wharf
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon, Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French / American, Californian, Dining Bar
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    <br />
  • Public transit
    Hyde Street Cable CarMuni Bus: 47 and 30
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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