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Gary Danko Review
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Gary Danko 
$$$$, New American, Fisherman's Wharf
Fodor's Review:
Gary Danko. Be prepared to wait your turn for a table behind chef Gary Danko's legion of loyal fans, who typically keep the reservation book chock-full here. The cost of a meal ($61-$92) is pegged to the number of courses, from three to five. The menu, which changes seasonally, may include pancetta-wrapped frog legs, Moroccan squab with orange-cumin carrots, and quail stuffed with wild mushrooms and foie gras. A diet-destroying chocolate soufflé with two sauces is usually among the desserts. The wine list is the size of a small-town phone book, and the banquette-lined room, with beautiful wood floors and stunning (but restrained) floral arrangements, is as memorable as the food.
Member Reviews & Ratings:
wowed us
Posted by happyretiree from New Jersey on 9/16/07
After reading some great reviews, our expectations were very high, and the food lived up to them, as did the service. We booked a very early dinner (5:30 PM) on the night of our arrival, while still operating on Eastern time. Prices ARE high, but not out of line for the quality of the food, although I did find the wine's a little steep.5 stars all the way
Posted by when from Buffalo, NY on 4/19/07
Without a doubt, one of the finest restaurants we have ever visited. There were several items on the tasting menu that my wife didn't care for, so we created our own 5-course meals. Gary Danko's staff perfectly matched wines to go with each course, which were different for each of us, except for main course of lamb tenderloin. We had preselected a cheese course, but when the time came for it, our waiter suggested we split one, which was more than enough for two people. Expensive? Yes, but not nearly as expensive as, for example, Charlie Trotter's in Chicago.Can't wait to dine here again
Posted by Natasha from Sacramento on 6/10/06
Food and service were outstanding - perhaps the best restaurant we have found on the West Coast. Well worth the wait for reservations. I ordered the tasting menu: food was creative, flavorful, well presented and the portion sizes were perfect. If you can get reservations, you should jump at the chance to eat here. We (obviously) loved it.Incredibly good
Posted by Patrick from Texas on 1/12/06
Simply outstanding. The service is impeccable, and the food is simply incredible. This place compares to the finest New Orleans, Chicago and NY have to offer. The 3-4-5 course menu format is well aapointed and allows diners to jump into having fun right away. The wait staff was highly professional and not snobbish. Located in a touristy area, but obviously frequented by locals. Worth the price.
INFO
- Address: 800 N. Point St., Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco, CA
- Phone: 415/749-2060
- Keep in mind: Reservations essential.
- Credit Cards: D, DC, MC, V
- Closed: No lunch
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