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An intimate venue located in San Francisco's historic Ferry Building
We offer authentic Mexican cuisine and great service.
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Gary Danko in San Francisco is a four star restaurant. This is a great place. This expensive restaurant has been around for the last 100 years, and is situated in the Fisherman's Wharf neighborhood. It's known for its contemporary offerings. It's been awarded the 10 Best SF Wine Bars and Winespectator Grand Award awards. Know before you go: this place features a perfect venue for special occasions. Upon entering the restaurant, you'll find an elegant atmosphere. This restaurant features private rooms, a full bar, valet parking, and fine wines. People who have eaten here found the food fab.
4.0 of 5 stars.
A truly sublime dining experience. Gracious and intelligent waitstaff, lovely ambiance, and a stunning menu. I had lobster bisque, veal, and chocolate caramel cake for dessert. Between these...
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My rating of GD might have been better if I had never been to Cyrus. Maybe I am just too jaded... We went to GD for (ugh) my ...okay, I'm going to write it for the world to see...my 50th birthday....
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My hubby took me to Gary Danko for our anniversary dinner. After reading all the reviews on yelp, I was prepared for a great experience. It certainly didn't disappoint. The atmosphere is wonderful...
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The last time I ate at this restaurant was about 10 years ago. Unfortunately, at the time, the food was not remarkable enough for me to make a lasting impression. My second visit this past Friday,...
yelp.com - user review - 10/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I took advice from fellow Yelpers and made my reservation 2 months in advance. We came on a Friday at 7p.m. for my boyfriend's birthday and were seated immediately. The tables are definitely a little...
yelp.com - user review - 10/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I was a bit worried about GD being able to live up to all the hype. Oh - they lived up to it and then some! The service was phenomenal - my coat was checked, our table was perfect, our car was valeted...
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have had great meals in San Francisco. In the almost nine years that I have lived here, I have had some of the best meals of my life. There is nothing that can compare to what I experienced at Gary...
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
In High School, I took a girl I really liked to a romantic meal here. The date was great, but this is the place where the bildungsroman for my eating life begins. I don't even remember what I had...
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Mom's bday choice was Gary Danko and I was excited to go. Wondering if your paying an averaged of $90 per person... Valet can't be complimentary or at least not the the steep $11. The restaurant is...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
very much enjoyed our meal here and would come back again. we had the tasting menu w/the wine pairing and i loved everything we had. some noteworthy dishes: *crispy farm egg w/white polenta,...
yelp.com - user review - 10/10/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Um, it was way overpriced. Food was tasty, but hardly worth it.
yelp.com - user review - 10/07/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Seriously? I've had better food at Bojangles. The oysters were a great way to start the meal yet they were so good that everything else could not measure up. The salmon was a bit dry. The bathroom was...
yelp.com - user review - 10/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Service was warm and down to earth. Food was excellent. The fois gras, the sea scallops and the lobster were all cooked perfectly and delicious. Huge portions. (They gave me FIVE giant sea...
yelp.com - user review - 10/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Impeccable service - never once was my water glass or bread plate left empty, nor my napkin unfolded. From beginning to end, you're treated like royalty, with your coat, bags, and any unopened doors...
yelp.com - user review - 10/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Look, what can I say? We ate an incredible amount of excellent food when we were in SF (just look at the stupid number of five star reviews I just wrote... it isn't my fault I only wen to places with...
yelp.com - user review - 10/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The food experience is simply amazing. Presentation, taste, originality...delicious. The service is great. This is a 5-star restaurant.
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Last year, my friend treated me to a birthday dinner here. I had the best meal I've had in California. The service was flawless; the ambience calm, spacious yet intimate, and flowing; the food and...
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Everything is relative. The food was good, but not hundred dollar good and therefore, I think this place deserves a 3-star. The food tasted good, but we certainly weren't impressed by it. Also, I...
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Last night we celebrated my "10-year anniversary of wanting to go to Gary Danko" by... finally going to Gary Danko. And the wait was worth it. The two of us shared the 4- and 5-course option, so we...
yelp.com - user review - 10/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Food - Excellent Service - ExcellentThe first time (2003) we went to Gary Danko, we were a little skeptical, since it was our initial experience in fine dining. We thought it might be a little...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
When I first saw where this location was on the map and saw it from the outside (via Google Maps Street View), I was thinking that it didn't look that fancy. But when you are inside, it's like you've...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
nice it
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Superb service. The waiters live up to the hype! My water was always refilled and never empty. Bread just kept coming and coming. I didn't feel hovered over. They came at all the right times and just...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place was great! Thanks Nina for getting us in. The service was amazing, the food was well prepared, the flavors and presentation lived up to the standard of it's class. Overall the price was...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Very nice. A good introduction to multiple course dinners, but nothing that really stood out as a "Wow", but all cooked well, just a little on the plain side I guess for what I was expecting. Bread...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Hands down! Best meal of my life by far!!! I always thought people are over hyped about this place, it is voted top restaurant in SF, but seriously it is simply the BEST. Service 10/10 - Even walked...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
GREAT PLACE & Excellent Food: Biggest prawns I have ever seen! Tasted equally yummy. Ambiance is relaxed; decor is inviting and interesting, Wide variety of food and beverages. Everything from the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have been to this place at least 10 times and I never disappointed. Food is great, service is great, price is reasonable. Dark Chocolate Souffle was the best thing in this restaurant. The creamy...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Gary Danko is one of the best restaurants in San Francisco. It is a chef owned and operated restaurant, and is almost an institution in the foggy city. I have been there few times on business and each...
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best meal of my life. Love the fact that you get to create your own menu. Service was really great and attentive. You are really taken care of.So before the first course, they bring out an amuse...
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
One of the best meals ever! Perfect presentation, attentive service, wonderful wines. However, very expensive and parking difficult until found out valet parking. Highly recommend.
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is by far my favorite upscale restaurant in San Francisco! It is pricey, but what a treat! Impeccable white glove service but not at all snooty. It's loud inside but the dim lights and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I ate here a couple of years ago and, as I remember it, it was a very nice experience.My GF and I were seated at a cozy banquette in the dining area to the right of the front door across from the very...
yelp.com - user review - 09/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
So my friend took me here because APPARENTLY Gary's last name is, well, DANKO. And that is significant WHY, you ask? Pretty much because his last name has the word "dank" spelled in it. Not familiar...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I had dinner with my husband here last night and we were blown away by the food and service. Its super hard to get reservations here on short notice. Everyone raves about this place so we had to try...
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
yum yum i ate here a couple years ago and i am still savoring the wild mushroom risotto i had. heehee. i liked the place very much. it was intimate and very professional....if that makes sense....
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
On 9/16/09 I had the Best Dinner of my life ... This restaurant is worth a try and is worth your $$$ ...My favorite was the scallops and veal. The meals will get you really full. I was planning to...
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Gary Danko is absolute, complete and total perfection. The service is amazing, the food is...well, the best meal I've ever, ever had. It's a euphoric experience. Believe all the hype!
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ok, 10 out of 5 stars! Steven we LOVE you (he's the Best Maitre d' in the world)! Seriously, he is.....Please do whatever it takes to eat here. It's literally an experience you won't forget. Order...
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I took my husband here for his 40th birthday and we had one of the most amazing meals ever. I really recommend sitting at the bar for your meal experience because you can really take in the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
What else can I say that other 1500 reviewers haven't said before? Not very much... but I had the pleasure of eating here twice and I enjoyed every moment and every bite. Out of all the restaurants...
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It was a miracle that we were able to get a reservation for my girlfriend's birthday on an one day notice. We had the four courses tasting menu. What was surprising for the tasting menu was that you...
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I think this was my 3rd visit here and up 'til now have not been disappointed.Service was excellent as always and everything (including the chef's surprises) were very good but entrees fell short.the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
been here twice and thought it was the best restaurant in san fransco!
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This was the most perfect evening/dining experience in my life.FOOD:The food was phenomenal. My boyfriend ordered a 5 course custom tasting menu and had wine pairings for 3 of the dishes. He got the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/18/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Ok, so you are wondering why I rated this 3 stars. The food and service was just OK. Went there for a birthday dinner. I can't remember exactly what I ordered but the dessert was good. We tried...
yelp.com - user review - 09/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We dined at Gary Danko opon the occasion of my best friend's visit to the city. The food was excellent and I had, quite possibly, the best scallops on the planet there. The filet was well done, but...
yelp.com - user review - 09/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is hands down my favorite restaurant in the city! I've been here about half a dozen times now and have never been disappointed. My favorite dish is the glazed oyster appetizer and during my...
yelp.com - user review - 09/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
6 of us went here for my birthday dinner on a Wednesday Night. Surprisingly my GF was able to make a reservation only 2 weeks ahead of time and we signed up for the Summer Tasting Menu for $66 (3...
yelp.com - user review - 09/16/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
good
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I mean, come on... one of the most revered restaurants in a city that's serious about food? Of course it's going to be good.No need to talk food since there's already plenty of mouth-watering reviews...
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
awesome service and friendly folks. very shnazzy ambience. the food was probably "too gourmet" for me and other two in my party. the flavours were a bit too foreign for us. Our appetizers:Heirloom...
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Once upon a time, the opportunity to dine at Gary Danko for a private dinner was presented to me, I gladly accepted.Gary Danko is one of those places that you will never forget. From the unbelievably...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I took one of my dear aunt to Gary Danko. This was her very first fine dining experience, and I am so glad that we chose Gary Danko. My aunt, not being accustomed to dining out in general, asked so...
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I really love the place! I also love the fact that my man loves to take me there!It takes so little to keep a humble girl happy! Sigh...
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Hmmm, what can I possibly say that hasn't already been said in 1600 previous reviews? Well, let me just reiterate a couple key points made by other reviewers:1. You can choose to have the 3, 4 or...
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Wow. Great service, great food. Went here on a work training trip with pharmaceutical reps from all over the country that are used to fine dining and everyone was wowed. You first off gotta love when...
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Visited this restaurant for a birthday. Had to make a reservation about a month in advance. This atmosphere is one of the best in San Francisco. However, the quality of the food did not live up to its...
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Gary Danko is one of the best restaurants out there! Service is superior here and they treat you so well. The atmosphere is not snooty, you always feel welcomed! The staff is so friendly and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Stealth. That's the operative word when you're dining at GD's. Kudos to whomever thought up how to make the wait staff seem like stealthy butterflies hovering near, but never too close, only to...
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Supendious meal. Great service. Wonderful ambiance.Started with the oysters and lobster risotto. Both were great. The wife had the foie gras which was really good. Then we had the scallops and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My last meal in San Francisco before moving back to Toronto.Wished I had tried it sooner, and more often.Service was top notch, food lived up to the hype - I definitely recommend this to anyone...
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I don't consider myself particularly luckier than the average person in most regards.But one way in which I have extraordinary luck is food: I have eaten at some of the best eateries in existence, on...
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
By far one of the Best experiences I've had in a restaurant. From start to finish the food was by far the best food I've had. If you're eating with others I highly recommend going with a 3 course and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
still great after all for ambience and food...ordered 4 meal course. i started with oysters and caviar...that was my fav. in my meal..had the roasted lobster as my 2nd which another great dish...the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The most memorable part of the night was when I went to the restroom and pretty much had 3 waiters escort me there and open the bathroom door. And then, in the bathroom, I noticed that the tissue...
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Actually, 4.5 stars. Nice dishes and nice selection of wine. Thanks for having my favorite French wine! The best restaurant in the city. This is not Gary Danko's fault but the clients are awful!...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
now i know what it means to go to gary danko's. i could write a book about it but that would require me going there to try EVERY dish. there are just sooo many choices..people can say this and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Go to Gary Danko for a true fine dining experience in SF:Service - 4.5 starsFood - 4.5 starsPerformance/Cost - 4.5 starsWe finally made it to Gary Danko after all the hype that I've heard from others...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
First off, WOW!!! We came here for my boyfriend's birthday - This place was incredible! The food was so amazing and the service blew us away! My boyfriend worked in restaurants for about 10 years, and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
despite our highest hopes and expectations based on yelp reviews, the food was really a 3.5, but the service pushed it to a 4. i would recommend it for a nice evening.
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
If you're looking for a restaurant based on atmosphere and service, then I would recommend Gary Danko. Although, I must agree the tables are so close it is hard to feel like you are having an intimate...
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Superb in every way ...I knew immediately that dinner at Gary Danko would be the best meal of my life!
yelp.com - user review - 09/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Simply incredible! I ate at the bar and yet the service was terrific. The food is an orgiastic feast for the senses, this place is on a higher level. Very expensive, but if it is a special occasion or...
yelp.com - user review - 09/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I got the four course option with the following dishes:1) Seared Ahi Tuna with Avocado, Nori, Enoki Mushrooms and Lemon Soy Dressing2) Horseradish Crusted Salmon Medallion with Dilled Cucumbers and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I know that it's probably disparaging to give anything less than 4 or 5 stars for GD, but my experience last night left me frankly underwhelmed. It's sad that the dining experience varies depending...
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We weren't sure it was going to be worth it, but it was our last night in SF. It was.Have the lobster risotto and the scallops.The filet mignon was spot on. Share the cheese course. It is a must.Our...
yelp.com - user review - 09/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This review won't add much to all the others.This place rocks. Everything is phenomenal.Foie gras unbelievable.Filet of beef and Maine lobster seriously good.The risotto too.Pretty much everything is...
yelp.com - user review - 09/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It's not as though Gary Danko needs another review. But, I cannot help writing about my experience last night, when I ventured out with two good girlfriends for our monthly feast at an upscale San...
yelp.com - user review - 09/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I had always heard a lot about Gary Danko, so I decided to take my family there for the holidays. We got the tasting menu so we had a chance to try a few of their dishes. I feel like some of the menu...
yelp.com - user review - 08/31/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This restaurant is perfection and an experience. The price is high but the product is fantastic and you're there for a good 3 hours minimum while most restaurants you spend a third of the time. If...
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Fine dining is not like every day dinner you have at home or your at your local restaurant. Fine dining is a form of entertainment. The amount of money and time you spend at a typical fine dining...
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Fine dining like no other!! We came here for my bf's birthday-party of 7. We made reservations two months in advance and good thing we did because I think that's the only thing to do at this place....
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4.0 of 5 stars.
4 1/2 starsFor the price you pay, you would expect every dish to be spectacular but ... a couple of dishes were lacking hence 4 1/2 stars instead of 5. I am a huge fan of creme brulee, but Gary...
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Gary Dank is one of those places that a foodie in SF has to try even if it's gonna cost her a couple hundred bucks for dinner. They offer prix fixe menus based on the number of courses you get but...
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Bottom line - the meal was very, very good. The service was as good as any I've ever had - friendly while appropriate, knowledgeable without being snotty - just great. The food was mostly exceptional...
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
1664 reviews!! This proves what a legend Gary Danko is. This was one of my first Michelin star experiences in San Francisco and having had the privilege to sample more fine dining experiences, I think...
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Dankster destroyed me. We came here for a special occassion and it lived up to all the hype, and then some. Here's the breakdown on what we ordered:Appies:Glazed Oysters - If you like oysters,...
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I finally made it to Gary Danko tonight. We wanted to come here several times in the past, but it just requires so much planning due to its popularity. We had booked our reservation a month ago just...
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Dont know what more I can add that hasn't already been said. This place delivers. I have been coming here for about a decade and I have never been disappointed. (Hope I am not jinxing it) The food is...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It's been an awfully long time since I've been at a restaurant where I could say the experience was wonderful from beginning to end. From the moment we walked in the door, we were greeted with direct...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Honestly, this place is my favorite restaurant of all time. Now, before you say, "Well, maybe you don't know much about food or haven't tried any other top end places..."I will just say this. I'm...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
G. Danko is worth every penny, but if you aren't rich only go for a special occasion as this place is pricey! I've been twice and never had reservations, just be there when they open and you can get...
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
After waiting 3 years to go to this place, it was a little bit of a disappointment. Service: Lots of waiters and very attentive - especially the bread person - Had to request for refills for our...
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Gary Danko's has always been at the top of my list of restaurants to go to. For my 30th birthday, my husband took me there - a night of fine dining that I will not soon forget. The service was...
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Restaurant Gary Danko has been on the "to eat" list for years now, and we finally got there while celebrating our 5th wedding anniversary this weekend. The food, service, and atmosphere were generally...
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Why Yes, I like caviar with my oyster. Why Yes, I like my quails stuffed with foie gras and deboned. Why Yes, I like my dessert on fire prepared tableside.Why Yes, I like chocolate souffle topped...
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It has been a very long time since I ate here but I have fond memories from that evening. The service was excellent.
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
You really can't go wrong with this place. The creme de la creme of service and food. It is truly a dining experience that I will always cherish. The highlight of the night was the lobster risotto. It...
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to my fair share of swanky restaurants, but, so far, Gary Danko is the one at which I've dined twice.While the food is very good, the thing that brought me back (well, other than the cheese...
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Just three words to summarize my experience. Fun. Tasty. Beautiful.
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Looking forward to having dinner @ Gary Danko, I came in with high expectations. They met them with the service, but the food was a hit or miss without any consistency.Our night started with a staring...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
it was 8 o'clock and we just arrived. We were greeted by 2 friendly hostesses and was immediately offered to take our coats. atmosphere, very cute and romantic, however, i felt kinda squished with the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
All I can say is, Amazing. Can I please eat here once a week???
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Gary Danko is exactly what you hope to get when you're seated for a prix fixe menu. It was a lovely meal for a special occasion. Also, for those in the dark about this restaurant, it stands for the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My boyfriend and I ate here this past Thurs while visiting SF on vacation. Our meal/experience at Gary Danko was definitely the highlight of our trip!I got the 4 course meal, while he opted for the 5...
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Gary Danko is a special occasion kind of place. The food was fantastic. We had the 4 course selcection- basically so I could have dessert and the cheese course. The cheese tray rolls around and how...
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Exceptional service. Took my bf here for his birthday. WOW. all i can say is WOW. it's pricey but definitely worth it.
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
wow. this is probably the best bang for your buck that i have ever and will probably ever experience, in terms of fine dining. EVAR.i had always thought that gary danko was one of those crazy haute...
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
All I can say is WOW! What an amazing experience at Gary Danko! It was like an explosion of so many different flavors in my mouth. My fiance and I decided to celebrate our anniversary here and each...
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Sublime. Perfect. Exactly what a high-end dining experience should be. I warned the restaurant that I was a vegetarian when I booked the table and they assured me that I would be taken care of. They...
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Wow! What great service they give here! They actually pay attention to when you're finished with your food and water! Very surprised to see how timely they were in bringing the next dish after the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
1538....... One thousand five hundred and thirty eight people have reviewed Gary Danko's before me and still......4.5 stars! That says ALOT! So really now, what can I say about Gary Danko's that...
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I got to enjoy this restaurant with my parents when they were in town! There were five of us: my parents, one of their friends, and my boyfriend and me. My mother and the friend were there when my...
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Lovely, lovely, and fabulous. Fun night of enjoying great food and wine.
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I don't know why I didn't write a review when I ate here 2 years ago. But I just remembered something great about them.. maybe I was craving quail.. actually I know I was craving quail and remembered...
yelp.com - user review - 08/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is as good as it gets. Service is perfect, always attentive but never intrusive. The food is perfect...don't skip the cheese course, which is served by someone who really knows cheese and...
yelp.com - user review - 08/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If you enjoy food and live in San Francisco, it would be a sin to not try Gary Danko. Everything we ordered was very good and the service was fantastic, but I think that the place is a tad bit...
yelp.com - user review - 08/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been putting off writing this review for a while because I felt my dining experience merited a full write-up. I am not usually impressed by things which are meant to be impressive but in the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Celebrated my birthday here few months ago. I had the 5-course. I selected the seared foie gras, mushroom dusted sea scallops, stuffed squab, artisanal cheeses from the cheese cart, and raspberry...
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've eaten here a few times. Service has been great and consistent, I especially like the seafood dishes here. I wasn't too impressed this the bison dish, a little too dry and lean for my taste....
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been meaning to take my girlfriend here for ages, and finally snagged a reservation on a Saturday night. The reservation was a bit late at 9:30, but hey, who am I to complain? This is Gary...
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
can someone give this restaurant another michelin star please?! my boyfriend wanted to take me out to a nice dinner in the city so i chose Gary Danko, a place that most (if not all) San Francisco food...
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is by far the best experience that I have ever had at a restaurant. Most importantly because I didn't have to pay for it! My great friend decided to take a group of us out and wine/dine us....
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
OMG. Ridiculous. Take me back!!I started with lobster risotto- most amazing risotto ive ever had. yumThen I had the frog legs wrapped in prosciutto- was good, but my least favorite. Then had the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have forked over one too many dollars for sub-par food at schmancy restaurants with undeserving reputations. Gary Danko is not one of those places. After dining on two separate occasions, one...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Had dinner here two weeks ago (early seating at 5:30 on a Tuesday).The food overall was competent, with a few standout courses like the scallops and the cheese course (really one of the best in the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
After 1500 reviews, most of them pretty stellar, I was really hoping my experience at Gary Danko would live up to the hype.Boy, did it. I started off with the lobster risotto which was superb, and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I was taken there the other evening by my BF for my b-day dinner. It was amazing...the single best, or maybe 2nd best (the Herbfarm outside Seattle being the competition) dining experience of my...
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Very Stanko- at least that was our experience. Not that it will change a thing in this forum, but I will at least put in my thoughts. Totally unimpressed. My husband is "in" the industry and has...
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
this place is so nice, went here for valentines day dinner and it was amazing... the food is priced expensive but worth every penny... the service is beyond good and the atmosphere is incredible.......
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I wondered about all the rave before I ate at Gary Danko, but the moment I stepped foot into the restaurant I was in awe. A small yet elegant space to wine and dine. The selection of courses was...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Beginning to end this was the best meal that I've had in San Francisco. Too many great items to cover all of them but I can say that the Foie Gras and Cheese Carts were the standouts. I recommend a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
this is my all-time favorite restaurant for elegant yet laid-back, fine-dining. there's not much more i can add that these thousands of reviews don't already mention.all i will say is from the second...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Without a doubt this place qualifies as a must eat if you are either passing through San Francisco or are a resident of the Bay Area. We spent wedding anniversary #3 here. I never order cheese at a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Oh, Gary Danko, you have spoiled me! I never knew food and service could be this spectacular! I came here for a belated birthday dinner. Note that my birthday occurred in April but it takes 2...
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Okay, for my 100th Yelp review, I am reviewing a very special place: Gary Danko.We went there for the second time last Wednesday. Our first time eating there was a few years ago; we had learned that...
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
What should I say....Its the best of the best. Great services and good food. At the end, they surprise us with a candle on top of all the delicious pastries. I love that place. Cheerz.
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
BEST. i will echo all of my fellow yelpers' sentiments. now i understand what all the hype is for this restaurant. EVERY single morsel of food u put into your mouth is just delicious - even the bread...
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
After months of telling my fiance that you can never go wrong with Gary Danko and it's one of my top three restaurants, we finally made reservations. Everything is always so delicious .... oysters...
yelp.com - user review - 07/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Probably the best meal ive ever had...came here on a date and had the 5 course dinner..we ordered different courses so we could sample each others food!!!.heres what we had...1.black osetra caviar on...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I know I keep saying this in my reviews, but I feel it's because my "best restaurant" experience keeps getting topped.But here we go...it's the best restaurant (food quality wise) I've ever eaten at....
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
ELVES FOOD ALERT...ELVES FOOD ALERT!!! I knew going in that GD would adjust the portion size depending on your # of courses. But dang I didn't expect everything would get downsized that much.I had...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Our favorite fancy place in San Francisco. It's hard to imagine how the food, service or ambience could be any better. Have been several times for special occassions and it's always wonderful....
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Chef Danko incorporates a variety of different cuisine influences and ingredients into truly harmonious dishes in a beautiful ambiance with service unpretentious yet perfect for a romantic night out...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Did I miss something??I found the place to be crewed, noise and the food was just so-so. I have gotten waaaay better food, service and ambiance for the same price. Tables were setup too close to each...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Sorry but this was such a disappointment. I was really excited to try this place since I didnt while living in SF. My friend, who had raved after a previous visit was also disappointed. Maybe its not...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Oh Gary Gary Gary...how you've changed my life forever. The two months in advance reservation thing....now I understand. Ahi seared tuna...amazing...lamb amazing...soufle amazing...everything...
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
very nice service, I had a great time.
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
adding to the 1000 reviews:I would give it a 3.9 if possible. Slightly less than a 4.-service: 5 star The service in Gary Danko is absolutely the best of best. The waiters are very polite and know...
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Been here a few times and it's always great, if expensive. The only issue I had this time was that it peaked too early. The lobster salad and lobster ravioli we had to start were exceptional, but...
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Still the best in town after eating there for the first time 8 yrs ago. There is a lot to be said about a restaurant that continues to execute as consistently at the highest level as Gary Danko.
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
After I finally fell off the vegetarian bandwagon in Japan, my boyfriend and our favorite dining couple brought me here for my birthday. What a welcome back to the animal protein world! Gary Danko...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Since there are already 1,500 reviews on Restaurant Gary Danko, I'll refrain from adding too much more to the noise. Instead, I'll sum it up in five bullets and three words:- Lobster risotto, Lemon...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
in a word...amazing. my husband and i came in randomly, and were seated at the bar. the service we received from the bartender was first class, even as he served us our food, which was incredible.they...
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Gary Danko is obviously great. The food is obviously 5 star. The dining atmosphere holds a masculine preciseness that makes me expect Richard Gere and Julia Roberts circa Pretty Woman eating...
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My friends and I came here as a final splurge to officially end our vacation. Once you come back from Japan, everything else - including Gary Danko - looks somewhat reasonably priced in comparison....
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Fantastic meal! Nuff said.
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Food is simply unreal! SF's #1 rating is certainly well-described here. We both had the 4 course dinner... Lobster served over Risotto was killer. The Souflet was alittle anti-climactic, but was...
yelp.com - user review - 07/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I can see why people feel that Gary Danko is a 5 star experience. In many senses it is indeed just that, but to be perfectly honest, it truly wasn't worth the money paid.The wait staff were like...
yelp.com - user review - 07/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So I got hosed in a lost bet and had to belly up to a Danko's tab. Turned out to be (much) money well spent... and they even threw in a banana cake on the way out the door! Should have been gold...
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I know... what's the point of reviewing a place with over 1000 reviews, but I know you want to know what I think. So here's my 2 cents. Fantastic dining experience. Love the concept of getting to...
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Only recently have I overcome my aversion to non-Opentable restaurants, but it seemed like the right time to finally eat at Restaurant Gary Danko.With hindsight, I would discourage anyone who...
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So went there for a friend's bday. Did the 5 course, which on second thought was a lot of food. I'd do 4 course max. The portions are a few bites worth. Shared with the friend and got 10 tastes. You...
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love GD! I had my first dining experience here 4 years ago when I first started college, and decided it was more than fitting to end my dining experience at GD 4 years later.The boy and I arrived...
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
wow, their food and service just went WAY BEYOND my expectation. From the beginning bringing us to our tables, until to the end of the night helping us to put on our coats. I had a fawless dinner. I...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It's been a few years since I was there, but I remember it like it was yesterday. I don't think I can think of anything negative to say. Of course it's expensive, but you certainly get what you pay...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been going to Gary Danko for all my special occasions for several years. Each and every single time, they never disappointed me. Although it has been over a year since my last visit, but I...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Another wonderful experience. We came in after dinner at another restaurant just for the chocolate soufflA� and some cocktails. Our server at the bar, Juan Carlos, was very attentive and made our...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My girlfriend treated me here for my birthday. She wanted me to enter year 35 in style. We took a cab from the Metreon, where she took me to watch Transformers 2.My girlfriend had the four course...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ridiculously good. It totally lives up to it's reputation. Don't be fooled by the fancy interior or the pricey menu, the staff is so laid back they make everyone feel welcome and comfortable. Even...
yelp.com - user review - 07/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'm giving Gary Danko five stars although I don't remember it fondly. The service was impeccable, the food was unforgettable. Overall, one of the best meals of my life. Why don't I remember it...
yelp.com - user review - 07/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The restaurant is a good choice if going to celebrate a special occasion. Food is excellent; not anything I've had anywhere else. The wait staff are so attentive. There were several waiting on us...
yelp.com - user review - 07/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
this is definitely a dining experience that someone should experience at least once a year, so save your Penny's for this wonderful place!! 1 staff was amazing, attentive, knowledgeable, friendly,...
yelp.com - user review - 07/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great dining experience at Gary Danko. The food is exquisite. Definitely a favorite in the city. My husband took me here for an anniversary. What a treat! The flavors from every course were...
yelp.com - user review - 06/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Gary Danko = Food orgasms galoreCall today, and make a reservation. Just do it.
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
AMAZING! I loved the service and the food. Right when we walked in we were seated at our table with zero wait. The staff was excellect, attentive and helpful. Me and my bf ordered the 5 course meal. I...
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of the best dining experiences of my life, and I have eaten at nice places around the country and on 5 of the seven continents ( of course there are no gourmet restaurants in Antarctica). I came...
yelp.com - user review - 06/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Gary Danko has been and still is my favorite restaurant in the city. The meticulous service is impeccable. From the second you step in to the moments before you leave, no detail is left out. The...
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I wish I could eat here once a week--I would if I could afford to. I would have a standing reservation for when I was in town and a regular table and I would look forward to each and every dining...
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
all the cliches are true.worth every penny. foie gras melts in your mouthlobster is to die for
yelp.com - user review - 06/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Place is top notch! You pay a pretty penny - especially once you down a couple of bottles of wine, but the whole experience is worth it - especially if you go there for an anniversary dinner or a...
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I tend to stay away from high price destination restaurants where reservations are an impossibility... it's just not my scene... but for Gary I've made an exception... I'm going to skip the fluff and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/17/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
First off - the food was quite delicious and well thought out. Kudos to the chef. The lack of stars is for other waitstaff (not ours) and for the value (which I feel was lacking). Again, the staff at...
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Fancy ! I wore a new summer dress and new pair of Christian Louboutin's to this place I heard so much about. My generous friend was so kind to treat me for my birthday, she gave me a gift certificate...
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Nothing but pure yumminess.Everything I had, I loved.the restaurant is decorated so lovely and sexy. It's dark, gorgeous flowers.I got the three-course meal. I love how you can pick and choose as you...
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
To quote myself "This is my favorite 'fine dining' restaurant in SF. Have been there a ton of times and love it every time."On this visit, Danko had a chance at losing a coveted star from me due to a...
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
What don't you love about Gary Danko? Been there twice and enjoyed every last piece of my meal.5 Star service and the food is to die for. I had to book the reservation 2 months in advance. If...
yelp.com - user review - 06/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is pricey, but worth every cent spent. I went here on Valentine's Day weekend and they made it extra special. They gave out roses and boxes of chocolates for all the ladies is our group and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of my all time favorite restaurants. The food is terrific (I've tried almost everything on the menu by now). The seared foie gras is to die for. The service is A . I've never had any...
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is our go-to fine dining restaurant whenever we have a chance to come out to the city. The food never seems to disappoint. I actually think this is the best in SF. Instead of waiting 3 months...
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The reviews weren't kidding when they said that this place is pretty tiny. It is "cozy." We were instantly greeted with a dimly lit room, with most of the tables set up along the walls - with one...
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We sat at the bar and we got top notch food and service. Was crowded throughout the entire dinner but we cornered one end of the bar.
yelp.com - user review - 06/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This was a FABULOUS dining experience. By far THE BEST food I have had in the city. The service was absolutely REMARKABLE to the extent that every little thing was taken care of so well and when it...
yelp.com - user review - 06/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is my favorite restaurant in Bay Area. In my opinion, it doesn't get any better than Gary Danko. Everything about this place is exquisite, from the menu, to the service, to the ambiance. My...
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Phenomenal service! The best I've ever had! The food was for the most part perfect. The scallops that I got was perfection--normally fresh scallops make for a great review, but this went beyond...
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My husband took me here for my birthday last fall and both the meal and the experience were just perfection. From the moment you walk in, you knew you will be in good hands. The hostess was warm and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I believe fine conversation should complement fine dining. However, that was not the case at Gary Danko or Michael Mina. The restaurant was too tight and small. I felt trapped and could barely have a...
yelp.com - user review - 06/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
From the moment you step into this luxurious restaurant Gary Danko, you feel as if you are a special guest. Everyone was so warm and delighted to see us from the hostess, the Maitre d', the waiters,...
yelp.com - user review - 06/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Nothing more to say other than what has been said. Gary Danko is the best fine dining place in the Bay Area. I went there for my birthday celebration and was not disappointed. Not to mention their...
yelp.com - user review - 06/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
What can I say that hasn't already been said? A sublime dining experience with top-notch service (can't say enough about the attentive staff)...still dreaming about the foie gras. I ate waaay too...
yelp.com - user review - 06/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
wawa wee waoysters with cavlobstacheese cartespresso
yelp.com - user review - 06/04/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
With 1400 reviews, a solid 4 1/2 star rating and even a Michelin Star, I wasn't expecting to have such an underwhelming experience. We came for my birthday, and arrived early to have a cocktail at...
yelp.com - user review - 06/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It's a little ridiculous to be the 1,452nd person to review this place, so I'm not going to say much. Turning 30 is a pretty traumatic experience for a girl who has a fear of fine lines, enlarged...
yelp.com - user review - 06/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
What a treat. 4.5 stars out of 5, but I'm rounding up because they delivered in terms of overall experience.This was a memorable dining adventure. The food was delicious; the service was impeccable;...
yelp.com - user review - 06/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Gary Danko makes the "Top 3" restaurants I have ever had the experience of dining at!To sum it up-Service- 5/5 (Excellent!)Ambience- 5/5 (loud/crowded, but there is an option for private seating in...
yelp.com - user review - 06/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Awesome experience!
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Customer service goes a LONG way for me. Although my initial review gave GD 4 (really 4.5) stars, I now feel compelled to give it a full 5.My good friend had her birthday celebration there in their...
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
4.5, but I'm rounding it up =). Cons: It was very loud in the restaurant that evening. We had a very hard time hearing each other and our server. Tables were very close together.PROS:Well-balanced...
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Gary Danko is my holy grail of fine dining.Not only is every single dish spectacular, 3 out of 4 of my desserts were complimentary!!!! No wonder I love Gary Danko so. The staff demonstrates...
yelp.com - user review - 05/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We came here for a special occasion dinner. Althought he food was out of this world and the service was sublime, I found that the prices just do not match the quality of the experience.
yelp.com - user review - 05/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Monday, May 25, 2009 was my second time to dine at Gary Danko and both visits were extaordinary!I enjoyed a Sonoma foie gras appetizer with rhubarb and caramelized onions, a small portion of Dungeness...
yelp.com - user review - 05/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Oh WOW! The last time we came former President of Mexico Vicente Fox was having dinner there as well. I know I loved the food, great service, exceptional wine, I just wonder what he thought about it....
yelp.com - user review - 05/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Hubby took me to Gary Danko for my birthday and our wedding anniversary.What I love about Gary Danko is that you can be a picky eater and still eat at a very nice restaurant. You can have the tasting...
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The service is amazing if you like 5 people watching your table at all times. My water was filled up after each sip and I got about 10 pieces of bread b/c when I finished my bread they kept bringing...
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Gary Danko has become something of a Christmas tradition for my family, and it was my first "nice restaurant" experience, so maybe I'm a little biased... but I really love this restaurant and think...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My husband and I went this past weekend for our anniversary. We had a great time. Though the tables were really close together, I loved the table we got. It is on the room off the left when you...
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My boyfriend took me here for my past 2 bdays and all I can say is that it is the BEST restaurant I have ever been to in all categories.Food- 5 stars (and I'm a picky eater)Service- 5 starsDrinks- 5...
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Had dinner here last night with my family and it was WONDERFUL! The menu was created for the guest, not the chef. Most top restaurants (Michael Mina, Aqua, etc) require the entire table to order the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
To celebrate my summer job offer with one of the top law firms in the Bay Area, Dave H. flew to San Francisco and whisked me to Gary Danko in "Mr. Big"-style A la Sex and the City. I may not be the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
OK, so my BF and I came to this place for Valentine's day two years in a row. Let me just say that my second experience wasn't as good as the first but I will be coming back. The first time we both...
yelp.com - user review - 05/23/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Some friends hosted a dinner here and I was completely wowed by the experience! They served the 5 course dinner with wine pairings and everything was excellent. The stand out dishes were the foie...
yelp.com - user review - 05/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Just celebrated my 30th birthday in their private dining room with 10 friends and here is my updated review from the entire group. It was birthday dinner to remember, but here is the skinny:Foie Gras,...
yelp.com - user review - 05/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Rediculous.My dads in the restuarant business so when we sat down they just started throwing stuff at us. It started it some complimentary champagne, then a chilled pee soup with a shrimp and caviar....
yelp.com - user review - 05/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
3.5 Stars for overall experience. It was good, but not great. I expected a lot more from Gary Danko.5 Stars for the execution of ingredients. Beautiful plating. 4 Stars for the service and value.3...
yelp.com - user review - 05/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
For the last two weeks since my birthday, I have felt as though I am sullying a temple of perfect food with every bite I take. I kid you not, Gary Danko has re-defined my expectation of what five...
yelp.com - user review - 05/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love, love, love this place. I recommend this place to all my friends as an anniversary spot or great date night. The seared fois gras is to die for, can't remember what I had as an entree, but...
yelp.com - user review - 05/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A true 5-star dining experience: excellent food choices, flambee dessert, wine and romantic atmosphere. The timing of each dish was perfect and the wait-staff was on point with water, bread and...
yelp.com - user review - 05/20/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I really have mixed feelings about this place, sometimes I love it, and sometimes I really hate it. Let me explain why.The first time I was there, (which was 4-5 years ago), I had the best experience...
yelp.com - user review - 05/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
There are almost 1500 reviews for this place, so I will not go into excessive detail... but seriously, BEST RESTAURANT IN THE CITY! [more mouthwatering details of dining excellence to come!]
yelp.com - user review - 05/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Exceptional service, exceptional food, enough said.
yelp.com - user review - 05/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Dined here last night as my first upscale dining experience for my birthday/graduation. The service was wonderful and the first server was quite giddy at the fact that my friend and I were both first...
yelp.com - user review - 05/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This North Beach fine-dining restaurant is very popular and famous so I had to give it a try. Turns out it really lived up to its hype and delivered. Pros:- Valet parking available- Friendly and...
yelp.com - user review - 05/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have to say this is one of the most pleasurable dining experiences I've had ever. For the price you pay you get every dime worth from the service to the food. I love how the wait staff, servers,...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This was on my 'must-go' list when hubby and I booked a trip to San Fran... called 2 months before on the dot and still didn't get my first choice time!It was full last night and we had a wonderful...
yelp.com - user review - 05/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
ok, so before I give me review I need to give you all a little background. I own a furniture store in San Francisco named BoConcept and our mission is to "provide our customers with and exceptional...
yelp.com - user review - 05/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I LOVE Gary Danko! I've dined here twice, and my visits here are nothing but exceptional and marvelous. It feels like the Breakfast at Tiffany's movie, when Audrey Hepburn goes into Tiffany's and...
yelp.com - user review - 05/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I thought the food was good, but the service was GREAT! When I look back at my dining experience, all I can remember is the great service that we received there. The peaches flambe was an excellent...
yelp.com - user review - 05/15/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
*3.5 stars--- 4 Excuses You Can Tell Your Significant Other To Skip Gary Danko (and save you $$$) ---4. Bathrooms - super nice, relaxing and...CO-ED. EW. I waited for the bathroom and this guy came...
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
LOVE LOVE LOVE Gary Danko! I wish I can go there everyday. -Exceptional Service! Everyone moved out of the way so gracefully when I got up to go to the restroom...and when I came back! Lo and...
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Quite frankly, I'm not impressed. I'm only giving three stars because of the expectations. Clearly it's the go to place in SF!The lobster salad was fabulous; the risotto app was really tasty; the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I have been to Danko about 5 times. The last 4 were 5 star experiences. However, I dined there recently and much to my dismay, I was a little disappointed with a couple of menu items. My date...
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is a top notch place. Straight up TOP NOTCH. I have been here more times than I got fingers. Each time I come I read yelp to see all the negative reviews that people leave to see if I notice...
yelp.com - user review - 05/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Came up to SF for the day from L.A. and used some of my "connections" to get me a reservation at Gary Danko at the last minute. Gary Danko is definitely one of the best restaurants I have been to...
yelp.com - user review - 05/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One meal at Gary Danko costs more than 3 nights' stay at a decent hotel in San Fran, but who's counting when the food, wine, and service are this good? I had booked my reservation way in advance - as...
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great food, Great service. nothing to complain about this place. They are fantastic. I and my husband have 4 course. we love the food here. they have many select wines.
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've dined here a number of times and have yet to have a bad experience.As soon as you step foot in the door, you'll start checking to see if you have a gold crown placed on your head. The private...
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Food was excellent! Service was poor. I expected better service from such a highly rated restaurant.
yelp.com - user review - 05/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This was my first trip to San Francisco, and my first visit to such a highly rated restaurant. We had early reservations so when we arrived, we were the only one's in the dining room. The host was...
yelp.com - user review - 05/06/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
So I'm torn between three and four stars. The level of service was exquisite from beginning to end but I wasn't blown away by the food the way all of the other Yelpers seemed to be. Sure, it was...
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
damn. some of the other reviews are LONG. i'll keep it short and simple.5 course meal for $98. no really... 5 courses for only $98!! I've had way crappier dinners that cost more than that! Everything...
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I was expecting good service and good food. I was supposed to expect excellent both, and good thing I didn't. My lamb course was flavorless, a bit dry. Both my friend and I barely touched it. The...
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I roughly divide world into two kinds of diners: those in need of a "full" experience complete with nice atmosphere, impeccable service and beautiful presentation, and those who only care about the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Wow. So many great reviews, I had to try it. November 14, 10:55AM I call in to make reservations. The voice recording says they aren't taking reservations yet. By 11AM, the phone was busy! In a...
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
When a place has 1397 reviews... a 4 1/2 star average... what more needs to be or can be said?
yelp.com - user review - 04/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Oh dear.So, the experience at Gray Danko was memorable, of course. My best friend was flying back to London to marry a swell enough guy, and he sent us funds to celebrate proper. My best friend is...
yelp.com - user review - 04/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Still amazing. not much to add. Killer service although I wish they didn't try shoving foie gras down your throat from the get go. The only word I can think to describe this place is impeccable. which...
yelp.com - user review - 04/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I know it's been reviewed a lot, but it's fantastic. I love this place, and go whenever I can. Highly recommend it.
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Gary Danko is a bit of a surprise being in the midst of the Ghiradelli-tourist theme park. The windows to the place are blacked out. No peeking in. The place presents an appearance of such...
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Finally able to secure a reservation here as I don't get up to SF as much as I'd like. Made the drive from Napa into the city on Sunday night and arrived to a very lively restaurant, noisy and full of...
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
For my 100th review I want to share with you my favorite dinning experience I have ever had.We came here a couple of years ago for my sisters 25 birthday and I was in good company with my dad, mom,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My favorites: Risotto with Lobster and Rock Shrimp, Seared Filet of BeefOverall, a pleasant experience. The service was impeccable -- water glasses were always filled, slices of bread were always on...
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best high-end restuarant in the Bay Area....I preferred it over Chez Panisse, Aqua, and Fleur de Lys.....Restuarant Gary Danko is truly as good as it gets......the food was the best I have ever tasted...
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been hearing raves about this place since it opened and was always worried that it wouldn't live up to the hype. Was I wrong.I usually am somewhat disappointed at high end restaurants (taste...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Gary Danko has always been a reliable choice for high-end dining in SF. For those not in the know, you can eat there even if you don't have reservations (which can be difficult to get at times) by...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've heard so many good things about the food and service at Gary Danko that just made me really want to go here. My boyfriend took me here last night for our 2 year anniversary. He wasn't sure what...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Gary Danko has the most skillfully cooked/produced/orchestrated food I have ever tasted. I went to this place about 8 months ago, so I don't remember the exact dishes but below is a pretty good...
yelp.com - user review - 04/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
WOW. The food is AWESOME. You could choose between the 3,4,or 5 course meals. There's like a $10 difference between the 4 course meal and the 5 course meal so might as well go with the 5 course meal....
yelp.com - user review - 04/25/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My wife and I were taken there by friends who had raved about this place. we left disappointed.We ordered three courses each.1st Course: I had asparagus soup and that was just outstanding....
yelp.com - user review - 04/23/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love Gary Danko. I've been to this place quite a few times and every time GD does not disappoint. The service is so good and so attentive that I feel like a king when I leave. Every bite of their...
yelp.com - user review - 04/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This really is as good as it gets. If you go to this place and get a 3 course tasting you will be able to eat a fish course, a meat course, and a dessert for 66 dollars. I tell you people, this...
yelp.com - user review - 04/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have 3 things to say about the place.1. I liked and appreciate that the subtle, delicate, low-keyed, quiet and not over powering sauce.2. I liked and appreciate that the subtle, delicate, low-keyed,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ok I rarely give 5 stars but this is really deserving. I've been here 2x and each time it is magnificent. The seared foie gras with the brandied cherry reduction is SO good. So rich and velvety and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The overall best dining experience that I've had in the US.We managed to get in on a whim because of a cancellation. It was surprisingly noisy, but this was just from people having a good time, not...
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of the best semi dress up place in town!But I still miss Charles Nob Hill's intimate dinning...!
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
"A fool and his money are soon parted"Service, food quality and general ambiance were great, but people who eat here are gluttons by any sense of the word. When ever i go to a restaurant i try to let...
yelp.com - user review - 04/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went to Gary Danko because I heard just great things about it and I must say, I am a fan...the food was so yummy and the service was outstanding. A negative is that they only have two bathrooms, for...
yelp.com - user review - 04/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have been hearing about Gary Danko for about 2 years now and I decided that it was finally time to check it out. The fact that you can't get a reservation in a reasonable amount of time was...
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My 10th Michelin Star!This is my 6th single star restaurant and it was one of the better ones. My parents took Yuko and I here for our engagement present and what a delicious present it was!We were...
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We had the early evening reservation and had no one seated next to us. I can imagine the noise level during the peak dining hours as the dining room is not that large and the tables are close...
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Does this restaurant need another raving review? I thought no...But after eleven sleepness nights thinking about it, I thought I'd give myself a break and write another one.Okay, yes the food is...
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been twice on special occasions. I have been to the best restaurants in the city and I have to say this is my favorite restaurant I've ever been to hands down!
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Let's be honest here, I don't often find myself taken on a date to a place like Gary Dankos. But I was set up with an attorney, who dines here frequently enough to get a 7pm reservation with only a...
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I went to this restaurant for the first time last Friday (April 10). I loved the space, and I thought the staff was friendly. The food was excellent. We also got a breakfast pastry to go for the next...
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Actually, I would probably give this two and a half stars, if I could. Two seems a little harsh, considering the service was some of the best I've ever received, but the food was so many kinds of...
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Sadly, my latest visit was just not up to par. I've been to Gary Danko numerous times and all of my other visits have been absolutely fantastic. This last one, not so much. They changed the risotto a...
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I cant say anything new that has not already been said 1365 times...the service is beyond words. The food is fantastic as well as the wine pairings...but really, its the insanely good service that...
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Found out about this place only because my partner surprised me with an anniversary dinner here. We were lucky to get last-minute reservations as they are booked 2 months out. Even though we got...
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great presentation, food, staff, and overall experience! For a "fancy" restaurant the place is not pretentious at all. I've been there twice and both times the experience was great from beginning till...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I went to GD last night with a buddy of mine. It was my first time there but he is a regular. We were not looking for too much to eat and we were lucky to find a couple of open seats at the bar. After...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Okay, I've been meaning to Yelp about this place for a while.I like food and I have to be in a mood to eat steak. I went here about 2 months ago and the ambiance is okay.Now for the food, there is a...
yelp.com - user review - 04/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My favorite restaurant ever, in the world, hands down....Gary Danko pays the most attention to detail in their food, where each ingredient is distinguishable and complimentary. All dishes are visually...
yelp.com - user review - 04/12/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I went here with 3 of my best friends for a guys dinner. When we arrived they were very friendly and had us wait at the bar for our table. I was hoping since this is supposed to be a 4 star...
yelp.com - user review - 04/11/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I came here with a friend's family so maybe my opinion is a little skewed as I didn't have to pay.. in fact, I probably would have liked it MORE if I had to pay (reassuring myself that what I paid for...
yelp.com - user review - 04/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is our favorite restaurant restaurant in SF hands down. We've started to make it a tradition to celebrate our anniversary here. The service here is incredible as is the food. There's nothing to...
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love food. I don't know how refined my tastes are -- I like sea bass sashimi but I also like Denny's coffee (go figure). However, I have no doubt what-so-ever that Gary Danko is one of the best...
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is well over due.Gary Danko was a great experience and I cannot wait to return. The only weird thing was that our waiter was maybe too nice/attentive and brought the food out a little fast - we...
yelp.com - user review - 04/09/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place is OK. After reading all the hype before going here I had high expectations and was sadly disappointed. Service was good, except at the end when the waiter brought me the check instead of...
yelp.com - user review - 04/09/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
So I've been reading about this place for the past year. So I figure I give it a try.So I make a reservation in January for Saturday night "ressie" at the end of April.To cut to the chase, we were...
yelp.com - user review - 04/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I can't say anything new to what the hundreds of reviews have said. Came here as a anniversary dinner for my girlfirend and me. Reservations were actually very easy to get. Showed up a few minutes...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I had the pleasure of dining here on my birthday and ordered the spring tasting menu with the wine pairing:1. Glazed Oysters with Osetra Caviar, Salsify and Lettuce Cream2. Horseradish Crusted Salmon...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It's Danko, what can you say? 5 frigging stars dude, it's a ripper!Best part, I won this dinner on a bet. Worst part, it made me have to return on my own dime....spendy, but worth it!Oh - and not a...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I finally got the chance to try this place out...and I am very impressed from the valet to their impeccable bathroom, everything was ON POINT!Right when you walk in you're greeted by such welcoming...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This was the best restaurant experience I have had- and I think I might just say this now that it might be the best ever!!!!Here's my rating:Wine Selection:AMAZINGFood: EXTRAORDINARYService:...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love GD. The services is always excellent here and the quality of food as compared to price is the best you'll get in the city.I'd have to say its my favorite restaurant in SF.
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Quite possibly my favorite restaurant in the city. Great food, impeccable service - need I say more? I only wish I had the cash to come here more often!
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
danko's is ok, but a bit overrated it seems. i think people just rate it highly because it actually is one of the best that the city has to offer. but when compared to some of the other great...
yelp.com - user review - 04/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
what's that? you can't remember the last time someone put your dinner napkin in your lap for you? oh, you'd like someone to pair wine with each course you eat? wait, really, you'd like some more for...
yelp.com - user review - 04/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Third time here and it just keeps getting better- What can I say- This is one of my , maybe my most , favorite place in the US !- Went with colleagues and just loved it- again- Service was perfect-...
yelp.com - user review - 04/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
want to be treated like royalty for a few hours eating fabulous food. service was incredible which made the dinning experience so incredible.
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This was our big splurge during our honeymoon. We stayed at the Clift Hotel and the concierge was able to snag us a reservation the same day. This is a big deal seeing as how most of patrons are on...
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My fiance's boss told him to pick a nice restaurant and take me to dinner on her because he had to work super late for a week or so, he was at work until midnight one night, 1am another night. I was...
yelp.com - user review - 04/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It's hot on the sun. The food at Gary Danko is good. Yes, we all know these facts to be true. But what sets GD apart from the rest are the little things. Like when you arrive early for your...
yelp.com - user review - 04/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Incredible!My decision to write a yelp review was sealed when I lurched, half drunk, into the restroom of gods. Gary, is that the soft gentle sound of a fountain in the background as I tinkle? How...
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Gary Danko truly rocks. I just recently ate at Alan Wong's and after eating there I wished I was back in SF and eating at Gary Danko's. The service was awesome and the food was great. The ambiance...
yelp.com - user review - 04/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Went back from my mom's and grandma's birthday a month or so ago. Cheese Plate back up to par! WOOO HOOO!
yelp.com - user review - 04/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I was very excited to score reservations at Gary Danko on short notice for our quick spring break trip to San Francisco. It lived up to all of the hype for me!Rain sent us in a bit early for our 9pm...
yelp.com - user review - 04/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The 2 month ahead reservation that was made was well worth the wait. The service here is just impeccable. I love how everything runs so smooth and seamlessly from start to finish.After we valeted our...
yelp.com - user review - 04/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
What I remember most about Gary Danko is the cheese cart...and, at 26 and 27, being the youngest couple in the place. But back to the cheese cart. I mean, seriously. It was not just that the cheese...
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
With all these good reviews, how can I not post another good one. To be honest, I expected a lot because it's so pricey and I was completely blown walking out. They have a diverse selection of...
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've always heard Gary Danko this, GD that. From all the hype we heard this place had best live up to expectations to meet the price as well as the hype of being one of the absolute best in a very...
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Gary Danko is what all restaurants should aspire to - excellent food, knowledgeable staff who serve unobtrusively, nice uncramped ambiance.They have 3, 4, 5 course menus, which can be tailored to your...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I was looking for a special place to celebrate my coming graduation from college. I looked for weeks, double checked all the locations on yelp, and finally reserved a late evening table at Gary Danko....
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It really is THAT good. It surpassed my expectations and I was expecting a lot. The cheese course is a must. It's been a year since I've been, but I still think about that cheese course often.
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2009
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The food here is excellent. I recommend the ahi tuna starter. The wild mushroom bisque they offered before the meal and the pastry tray they offered after the meal were excellent too. I ate at One Market on...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
As if Gary Danko needed me to give it another 5 star rating to confirm its excellence. I think this is my third time dining here and I have found all three occasions to be delightful. This last time,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
4.5 stars.Whats a guy gonna do for his 1 month-ish anniversary last minute? Call up some restaurants to see if they have tables what else. I have always wanted to try to a few places, yoshis, gary...
yelp.com - user review - 03/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My first time back in 2-3 years, and not much has changed. Now that's great if you like to relive the same food and experience time and time again. But for a restaurant in this category, one would...
yelp.com - user review - 03/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This isn't going to be a long review, mainly because I'm still in a food coma from my visit to Gary Danko. All you have to know is that Gary Danko is fine dining at its best. We had the five course...
yelp.com - user review - 03/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Wow, can I just say Gary Danko rocked my world!! This is literally the most best service I have ever had at a restaurant, and I've been to quite a number of fine establishments in Europe and North...
yelp.com - user review - 03/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I don't think more can be said about this place because everything has already been said!Customer service: A Food: A Atmosphere: ALocation: A After poring over reviews of various San Francisco...
yelp.com - user review - 03/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
How can you not like this place? Great food, great service and great ambiance. Presentations are beautiful, all the waiters are very professional and really know what they are serving. My friends and...
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
4.5 stars.Since I've gotten to the Bay Area, there has been only one restaurant that I've really really wanted to try and that is my good friend Gary Danko. I kept hearing from multiple sources that...
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Oh Gary Danko, how I love thee, let me count the ways....I think this restaurant has the best service in San Francisco. I think service wise they are almost up there with dare I say, French Laundry?...
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If I could give this place more than 5 stars.. I would.What hasnt been said already about this place? For me, I dont think i have ever been treated so well in a restaurant. looking at everyone...
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great food, great service, but make sure you make reservations. Gary Danko does not have a flexible schedule, it is highly demanded! I moved to San Francisco recently and this is one of my favorite...
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2009
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Beginning to end this was the best meal that I've had in San Francisco. Too many great items to cover all of them but I can say that the Foie Gras and Cheese Carts were the standouts. I recommend a...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/23/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Gary Danko's was everything I thought it would be and more. First it started off a little bumpy because they sat us 30 minutes after our reservations, but they worked that out by comping our drinks...
yelp.com - user review - 03/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've now been to Gary Danko's twice and it is truly a fine dining experience, they make every guest feel like royalty, go into great detail about all of their dishes, and have a somalier on hand with...
yelp.com - user review - 03/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best meal ever. Service was warm, friendly and knowledgeable. I've had many lesser meals with pretentious FOH staff. GD makes you feel comfortable, then delivers, big-time.
yelp.com - user review - 03/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of the most wonderful restaurants in San Francisco. I go here every year for my birthday. It's a place to go for special events. The service is amazing. They make you feel special,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Came here for an anniversary dinner with my boyfriend and had a great time! The dinner was supppppper long though (3 hours!) but I guess it's a good thing that we didnt feel like we had to rush...
yelp.com - user review - 03/21/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Actually, 2.5 stars.Upon arrival at the famous SF dining hot spot, I saw a lamborghini parked right in front of the door. I've never seen that before! That got me more excited because I was thinking,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this restaurant. I went there for my birthday and it fulfilled all my expectations. Not only was the food amazing, but the service was great. The restaurant layout is very beautiful and the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This was my first time at such a high end restaurant. The bestest bf ever took me here for my 25th birthday. You have to make reservations a month in advance to get in. We got the 4 course menu....
yelp.com - user review - 03/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I can't complain about the food here, but I am just not into 3 hour dinners. I guess people who dine here frequently are.. Maybe they have more time to waste than I do. But come on... I was there for...
yelp.com - user review - 03/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
NOM NOM NOM NOM. This was the longest meal EVER, it took 4 hours to get through. I guess it was nice that we weren't rushed, but there was quite a bit of sitting around. It was all damn good though...
yelp.com - user review - 03/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
There's not a whole lot more to say about Gary Danko that others haven't already said. I was here on my birthday and the experience met every expectation I had. The food is great but what stood out...
yelp.com - user review - 03/15/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
For fine dining, its just "A-OK" - 3 yelp stars.For the price - its a good value. But I'll never be impressed by what I think is pedestrian food. The service was pretentious when I went. I won't be...
yelp.com - user review - 03/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The wait on a Friday night during economic distress without reservations was quoted to us as 45-minutes for seating at the bar. Turned out to be more like an hour and a half.They offered a 5 course...
yelp.com - user review - 03/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I knew the hoopla and all the hype prior to visiting but let me tell you, GD lives up to every one of those stereotypes. The place itself is not big, but I didn't feel crowded, the service may be one...
yelp.com - user review - 03/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Amazing. Delicious. Super.
yelp.com - user review - 03/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So the infamous Gary Danko restaurant had been on my list of places for a while but I had never had the opportunity to go until recently when a good friend in town to visit. I finally went and it...
yelp.com - user review - 03/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
GD, we wanted to absolutely fall in love with your restaurant but we didn't; we wanted to hate it but we couldn't. Here's why I'll para-phase peter cetera and cher "after all that we've been through"...
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Gary Danko = service to the KINGS!I had high hopes. I'll admit. Reading the reviews, conversing with my friends - I was practically setting myself up for disaster! But to my surprise, it was a solid...
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2009
