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Saison

New American Restaurant$$$$
South Beach, San Francisco
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    "two Michelin stars"(5 Tips)
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    "Sit at the Chef's Table for the Ultimate Dining Experience! Worth..."(3 Tips)
    Megan D.
    "One of the best tasting menus and dining experiences in the country."(9 Tips)
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    "Chef Joshua Skenes' fine dining destination in San Francisco's..."(3 Tips)
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  • H K.heart icon on user image
    H KOctober 13, 2018
    The menu is always changing, and that's exciting with fresh ingredients from California. Expect to enjoy a 3 he meal. Don't forget to add caviar service!!
  • Andy W.heart icon on user image
    Andy WangJuly 16, 2017
    Been here 5+ times
    Checking off the only 3 Michelin star restaurant in the Bay Area I haven't been to. Definitely lives up to the hype. I give the experience equal to Chef's counter at Meadowood and food tad less
  • Wine Spectator
    Wine SpectatorJuly 14, 2014
    Saison wine director Mark Bright rapidly built the list from 875 wines to more than 3,000 choices. In a tradition that began with the pop-up, every diner is welcomed with a glass of Krug Champagne. Read more
  • jansen c.heart icon on user image
    jansen cSeptember 1, 2021
    Highly recommend to reserve a table close to the open kitchen. The main pork dish was a bit flat but overall it’s a good tasting menu. 20% tip and a SF mandate fee automatically added to the bill
  • Eater
    EaterJanuary 13, 2017
    Saison’s tasting menu costs $398 per person. Before a meal veers into sea urchin, abalone, and hairy pig, for example, you might be served a mound of caviar paired with biscuits fresh from the oven. Read more
  • Brian S.heart icon on user image
    Brian StraussAugust 30, 2016
    Mind blowingly good. Mind blowingly expensive. A glass of Krug greeted us while we took off our coats. Oodles of courses out of a dream. Spring for the caviar addition because once in a lifetime.
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    Kat 🐱December 2, 2015
    The sea urchin with liquid toast and tangerine ice cream are just beyond amazing.
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    _July 19, 2015
    John Skenes does an amazing job infusing fresh local ingredients in his menu. Tasting menu is heavily seafood based - $398 per person. Amazing food, amazing service. 3 Michelin star worthy.
  • AFAR Media
    AFAR MediaAugust 12, 2014
    The wrap may have been the most beautiful dish, but my highlight was a tuna tartare. For dessert, he hit the perfect note by piping warm nuvola de pecora into a brioche baked with honey. Read more
  • Eater
    EaterAugust 15, 2014
    Bill Addison's review: "With one cocktail, tax, and tip, it was easily the most expensive meal of my life. The meal was also easily among the most remarkable of my life." Read more
  • Eater
    EaterApril 12, 2016
    The nightly dishes change often, achieving the artsy, evocative heights chefs of Josh Skenes' ilk aspire to, but — most importantly — they are damn delicious. Read more
  • Winson W.heart icon on user image
    Winson WongFebruary 2, 2015
    My personal favorite restaurant in SF. Yes it's expensive and only for special occasions but the food was amazing. Very seafood based menu, could see the open kitchen, amazing service. Worth it.
  • Eater
    EaterJanuary 28, 2016
    Experience the state's most expensive restaurant for a cheap price with the a la carte options that are pulled straight from their tasting menu. Make a reservation soon before the secret gets out. Read more
  • Condé Nast Traveler
    Condé Nast TravelerOctober 19, 2016
    “I recall wondering what type of vinegar was used in a dish, expecting wine. It turned out to be fermented sea cucumber guts. Doesn’t sound great, but it was so subtle and delicious.” - Mitchell Davis Read more
  • Chi-Chi L.
    Chi-Chi LiangJuly 26, 2013
    The salon area offers both the full tasting menu and a la carte options. Although further away from the open kitchen, it's next to the window so makes for a good bright spot on a nice day!
  • Raul K.heart icon on user image
    Raul KeallyFebruary 16, 2013
    Wine pairing is quite a bit of wine so it may be best to have the sommelier pick a couple glasses instead. Staff is great here ask them lots of questions during this special dining experience.
  • TripExpert
    TripExpertMay 19, 2015
    "This award-winning restaurant, notorious for having one of the priciest tasting menus in the United States, recently moved...to a 19th-century, brick-and-timber building." -Fodors on TripExpert Read more
  • Başak P.
    Başak PaşalıSeptember 11, 2022
    Great food, horrible music. They really have to do something to match the music and the vibe with the sophisticated food they serve. The music makes you feel like you are in Mcdonalds.
  • Edwina M.heart icon on user image
    Edwina McGregorJanuary 31, 2019
    Such an amazing dining experience. The food here is incredible. Although a bit on the expensive side – worth it though!
  • Mary L.
    Mary LeeDecember 30, 2013
    Tasting menu without add-ons (no truffle menu extension needed). Get there a bit early so you can have a glass of complimentary champagne at the bar
  • Chris P.
    Chris PantagesOctober 31, 2013
    If you go as a single, try to get the table closest to the kitchen. It only seats one and it's basically a front row seat for all the action.
  • P Z.heart icon on user image
    P ZMay 11, 2013
    Classic, clean. But not a revelation. If you think that $300 should go beyond impeccable technique, should be inventive, artistic, and truly delightful...this may not be the place for you.
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    Jonathan SnookApril 15, 2018
    Had a seat by the kitchen, making it a delight to watch them prepare the food. Every dish was prepared and presented well.
  • Shriya S.
    Shriya SiripuramMay 28, 2014
    Sea cucumber and uni attracted us to the discovery menu. Pricey but definitely the most fresh tasting fine dining meal of my life.
  • Michelin Travel & Lifestyle
    No menus here, just chef's selections like Parmesan custard, cod in coconut curry, or morels stuffed with pigeon farci. – Green Guide Editor
  • Serious Eats
    Serious EatsMarch 3, 2014
    Chef Joshua Skenes' fine dining destination in San Francisco's SOMA neighborhood also has an ambitious bar program.
  • Gilt City
    Gilt CityJuly 8, 2011
    Chef Joshua Skenes’ dishes are seasonal and local, paying homage to California’s bounty while honoring a French education ascertained under chefs like Jean-Georges Vongerichten of Jean Georges.
  • Robert R.
    Robert RoweJune 21, 2010
    ...entrance is through their kitchen! They serve seasonally fresh & locally sourced food exquisitely, which is meticulously prepared, unique, & very delicious! 8-Course Menu + Wine pairing = Fantastic Read more
  • GourmetLive
    GourmetLiveOctober 17, 2010
    Saison might be the consummate San Francisco fine dining experience. Chef Joshua Skenes and partner and wine director Mark Bright describe the Saison experience as “rustic luxury.”
  • janice b.
    janice bailonFebruary 19, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    They're only open on the weekends and are reservation only but trust me, the food will blow you away. The menu changes every week to stay true to farm fresh ideals. Be careful of the farm egg once you Read more
  • ginny h.
    ginny hApril 13, 2021
    Every bite was fantastic. Service was not pretentious. It was a bit cold sitting outside. But what can you do with Covid?
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    Andreas EhnFebruary 11, 2015
    Make sure you get the uni on juice-soaked Tartine Bakery toast. It's amazing.
  • Staff Picks
    Staff PicksDecember 6, 2016
    Saison was one of the more wished for places throughout 2015’s I Want Somewhere holiday campaign. Where’s your somewhere? Enter to win a bucket list experience. Read more
  • Michelin Travel & Lifestyle
    Reserve the Chef’s Table and you’ll be sitting smack in the middle of the kitchen with prime views of all the action. - Inspector
  • Andreas E.heart icon on user image
    Andreas EhnFebruary 11, 2015
    Not just a three-star Michelin restaurant, but also a great cocktail bar.
  • Megan D.heart icon on user image
    Megan DeWittJuly 14, 2016
    One of the best tasting menus and dining experiences in the country.
  • Brian T.
    Brian TApril 5, 2017
    Number 37 in top 50 restaurants in the world
  • Dan M.
    Dan MoneyOctober 22, 2022
    the music is garbage and totally out of line with the vibe. service not that great. patrons are trash that don't know how to dress. but I guess for SF this is as good as they can muster?
  • Annie W.heart icon on user image
    Annie WuDecember 15, 2014
    Been here 50+ times
    If you can't be in Burgundy, be at Saison 😋
  • SLD Laser
    SLD LaserJune 25, 2013
    Soraa LED MR16 lamps used throughout the restaurant, including the kitchen
  • Best of
    Best ofOctober 22, 2014
    Book a reservation for your anniversary in advance at Saison, which after being awarded two Michelin stars once again, is one of the best restaurants in the world and SF's foodie crown jewel. Read more
  • Bar S.heart icon on user image
    Bar SFebruary 14, 2015
    Been here 25+ times
    Cocktail good, food so different and so delicious!
  • Lauren H.
    Lauren HSeptember 9, 2013
    $1K well-spent. Don't forget to get cozy in the $500 cashmere throw at your table.
  • Jeshua B.heart icon on user image
    Jeshua BorgesMarch 14, 2015
    Probably the most innovative bar in town.
  • Michael
    MichaelJune 20, 2015
    F&W: Check out Fat Noodle when it opens in 2015
  • Cynthia C.
    Cynthia ChewSeptember 3, 2010
    Super generous wine pairing! We shared the pairing and still had a plenty good buzz!
  • Travel + Leisure
    Travel + LeisureSeptember 27, 2013
    After receiving two Michelin stars, the farm-to-table Saison moved to a grander space in SoMa. Tasting menus highlight local ingredients, sourced from foragers and farmers’ markets.
  • Ben B.
    Ben BachmannSeptember 25, 2013
    Fucking AMA zzz omg. The best dinner I've ever had in my life.
  • Bar S.heart icon on user image
    Bar SApril 25, 2014
    Been here 25+ times
    Best cocktail in town, thanks Chase!
  • Henry T.
    Henry TangMay 7, 2018
    3 Star, most $$$$ place in SF
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