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An intimate venue located in San Francisco's historic Ferry Building
Since 1985, serving up great food to great locals.
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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...
yelp.com - user review - 10/16/2009
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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
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5.0 of 5 stars.
food: 10service: 10drinks: 8design/ambiace: 8crowd: 7wait/parking/reservations: 2 (reservations 1 month in advance)It really feels as if there is a 1:1 ratio of servers to guests. They really have...
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We called ahead for a table of 7 two hours before hand on a Wednesday night and were accommodated, apparently, at their best table! They treated us wonderfully and we had two waiters cater on us the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Dear Gary Danko,What all the other reviews say 1 for all eternity no matter what.Love, Charles--------------------------------------------------Dear Fellow Yelpers, This officially makes this review...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I can't really add much to the already glowing reviews of this place besides my 2 cents worth. The food is 5 stars. My favorites are the lobster, the dungeness crab salad, and the souffle. Upon...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Great food, great service, but horrible atmosphere in an overcrowded closet. This place is the has-been of SF gourmet. If you do decide to to venture here, make sure they don't put you in the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
In rare cases like this, I wish Yelp could go all the way to 11 (cue Spinal Tap reference). Gary Danko is a religious experience and should be on your list of restaurants to enjoy at least once in...
yelp.com - user review - 03/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Impeccable food and service, lives up to the hype.
yelp.com - user review - 03/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
5 stars...yes, truly as good as it gets.GD is all about you and the food. No unnecessary fluff, no tension, just a fantastic dining experience. From the moment you set inside, you are greeted warmly...
yelp.com - user review - 03/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yo Gray! You're a God in my country. I was lucky enough to sneak inside for a bite to eat (after the three month waiting period) and was amazed not only by the service, but the ambrosia that you...
yelp.com - user review - 03/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
What can I say that hasn't been said, this place rocks. Great food and wine pairings, and a true fine dining experience.
yelp.com - user review - 03/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Here's my review haha. Service was on par with Fleur de Lys and more friendly. Restaurant atmosphere was nice. First course:Seared Sonoma foie gras with roasted peaches- it was good, firmer texture...
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Gary Danko gets a lot of hype. People talk about it like it's one of the best things to happen to San Francisco. Usually when I hear a lot about a place my expectations get so wound up that I end up...
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
From the pleasing decor to the attentive staff, GD really allows the guest to be at ease. This allows one not only to appreciate the food, but the company they are with as well. If you have never...
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
4.5 stars really -- Overall, a solid fine dining experience from beginning to end. Service that was attentive but not obtrusive, decor that was elegant but not stuffy and food that was nicely...
yelp.com - user review - 03/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Excellent food, good service, high prices.
yelp.com - user review - 03/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Anyone who didn't give this place 5 stars can suck it. Food (especially the oysters, bananas foster, fois gras in qual, crab salad and lobster risotto) was fantastic. Lamb was a slight miss.Service...
yelp.com - user review - 03/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place had great service, great food, great ambience. Right as we pulled up, everyone there was very attentive to our needs. The waiters were extremely friendly and helpful. The food was amazing....
yelp.com - user review - 02/28/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
No need to be this expensive. It's a nice place sure, but come on.
yelp.com - user review - 02/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I came here with an out-of-town friend and we both thoroughly enjoyed the meal. Like Johnny A., I feel the need to compare this to French Laundry. The main difference is that FL is just over-the-top...
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
:-)Great dinner, beautifully prepared and well presented.. Unfortunately we ate at the French Laundry just 4 mos prior. We decided to come here for an anniversary dinner.. I couldn't help but compare...
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If we could give half stars, I'd give Gary Danko's 4.5 stars.Appetizers: 5!!!Service: 4.5 Main Course: 4Ambiance: 5 (must check out the restroom!)Favorite dish: Glazed Oysters with Osetra Caviar,...
yelp.com - user review - 02/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
See profile site for full review with formatted pics.Going into my much anticipated visit to San Francisco, Restaurant Gary Danko was #2 on my "Great expectations" list; behind only The French...
yelp.com - user review - 02/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Amazing!
yelp.com - user review - 02/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
*Spectacular* service! *Incredible* food! Worth every penny!That said, I personally can't justify (or afford) coming here often. The once I have so far makes me want to never go to any other $$$$...
yelp.com - user review - 02/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yummy...delicious...droooling. I'm not going to bore you with a rant of how good this place is with great service (knowledgeable waiters), etc. Instead I'll just highlight some of my favorites and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
As for top of the line service, this place tops em all! It's super pricey, had to make reservations 2 months before, but all worth it in the end. We sat, talked, and ate for about 3.5 hours. They...
yelp.com - user review - 02/20/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I went here with a friend after hearing so much about danko. I like my fine dining and this fell way short of my expectations. I'm actually going to go all the way and say I wouldn't go back even if...
yelp.com - user review - 02/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Awesome dinner. We agree with many of the reviews here. Restaurant itself has clean lines and is very sophisticated. It almost feels East Coast. Excellent service, you never even have to ask for...
yelp.com - user review - 02/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
the best foie i've ever had! service was wonderful!
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
a friend to me there for my b-day and i was really supreised!had never been to the place and realy ewnjoyed it. but i was most happy that i did not haveto pick up the check...
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The food was good as was the service ONCE we got to the table, but I have taken off 2 stars for the behavior of the hostess who was 'greeting' guests as they arrived, which was really rude - quite...
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We celebrated our anniversary here. The food is expensive (very), but it was worth it. Gary Danko gave us exactly the type of experience we were looking for on our anniversary. Fine restaurants are...
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of my favorite restaurants in the city. While it's pricey, it's one of those restaurants I like to go to for special occasions.
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My bf and I came here the day after Valentine's Day. We had an 11pm reservation, but we were told we could take as long as we wanted. (I only made my reservation a couple days in advance. Judging from...
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Spendid. Humble. Outstanding.Despite the elegant lighting, the grandiose decor, and all the servers dressed to kill in their suit and ties, Gary Danko is not pretentious, not overwhelming, and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Woohoo! It's my 100th Yelp Review! What better way to celebrate than to share my "I just died and went to food heaven" review of Gary Danko!My BF surprised me with an early Valentine's Day dinner with...
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
A year ago (January 15, 2008) I wrote a polite letter to the restaurant:"Our dinner with you about five years ago was stunningly wonderful. We've held it up as dining perfection to ourselves and to...
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Had the 4 course meal and was very pleased. In addition, we had a bottle of the Merry Edwards 'Russian River', highly recommend! I had the lobster salad, herb crusted tuna, filet of beef, and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
There are a number of pricey restaurants in SF, but this is one of the only ones that really delivers. The staff to patron ratio has got to be close to 1:1, as an army of staff was always thinking one...
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
OK, it's pooring outside, but it's Valentines Day. I was fortunate enough to get a cancellation 45 minutes before my call. My back-up plan was Acquerello. So, the wife and I quicky got into...
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I am so pleased to revise my 2-star review of Restaurant Gary Danko, from 2001! That review was granted after two consecutive dining experiences that were far less than the price and reputation...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
First off, I was on the wait list trying to get a reservation for Feb 15. All had seem to be lost when on Friday the 13th of all days, I received a missed call. It was Gary Danko and they said they...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This review is perhaps more about expectations, hype, and relative comparison than a critical critique of Gary Danko. As a Michelin star restaurant, the #1 San Francisco restaurant on Yelp.com, and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We had an incredible 2 hour four course meal with wine, cheese, and port. This was my second time at Gary Danko and I'll say that it is *by far* the best restaurant i've been to in San Francisco. Not...
yelp.com - user review - 02/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
On Monday, I came here for a birthday dinner and everything was perfect. Located at the corner of Hyde and North Point in Fisherman's Wharf, the door emblazoned with "GD" is tasteful and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Karen:When husband told me that he made reservations here for my birthday, I was not that excited. I mean, c'mon, I was 5 months pregnant with a dangerous appetite and to me, gourmet means 2 spoonfuls...
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I won't repeat everyone here by saying that the food and service is outstanding at Gary Danko's restaurant. What I will say is to make reservations well in advance. They often have a waiting list....
yelp.com - user review - 02/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Not just a meal, this is a dining experience. You just feel pampered and spoiled when you're eating here.At Gary Danko the wine tastes better (maybe because we were drinking $150/bottles from Russian...
yelp.com - user review - 02/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I was SO excited about my dinner here that I (A) told anybody who would listen that I was going for my bday and (B) planned the bf and I's decadent 8-course meal out in advance.Five-star service: it...
yelp.com - user review - 02/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Dining at Gary Danko was an amazing experience. I like to think of it as the ten best meals I've ever had. In one sitting. My boyfriend surprised me on my birthday, and it was a wonderful way to...
yelp.com - user review - 02/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
While it's $$$$ - it's worth it! I'm Chinese and I try to squeeze every penny out of a dollar. The service is great, but you won't care because the food just blows you away.Everything I had was...
yelp.com - user review - 02/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Awesome dessert cheese selection. The seafood were cooked & prepared beautifully. The service was great, not portentous in the least.
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Gary Danko is a classic. While I go there for the food, what always stands out to me is the service. And it seems to improve with each visit. From the valet to the hostess and the bartender to the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The service here is really service - our reservations were at 8 pm, at 8:15 the hostess came by to tell us our table was ready. Prior to that, she'd come by once to let us know the progress of our...
yelp.com - user review - 02/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have dined here several times and have never been disappointed once! The wine list is absolutely amazing! The food has always been great and the cheese cart superb! Definitely a San Francisco Gem!...
yelp.com - user review - 02/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
After seeing the 1000 raving reviews, I had very high expectations for the dining experience. Sooo...My BF and I decided to celebrate a special occasion here about 2 weeks ago.They started us off...
yelp.com - user review - 02/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Food was amazing; Decor was kinda lame. Food: Foie Gras was succulent, juicy and so tasty. Roast Lobster was amazing! Choc Souffle was so light and not too sweet. Decor: Looked like a horrible soap...
yelp.com - user review - 02/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
They don't serve food here, they is present food and do so beautifully. The cauliflower food was surprisingly good. I don't like cauliflower and GD got me to finish a bowl of this creamy concoction,...
yelp.com - user review - 02/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
ok .... to be frank and straight to the point, I actually only had the pumpkin cream cheese muffin and I am in heaven!blah blah blah....a friend gave me the muffin since they didn't want it. I've...
yelp.com - user review - 02/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
For last Christmas my brother took me and his pretty and nice new girlfriend to eat dinner and Gary Danko Restaurant and it was really awesome and fun. They said I could share some of the bottle wine...
yelp.com - user review - 02/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Gary Danko is my favorite fine dining establishment in SF. It really doesn't get much better than this. The decor is modern and elegant and the waitstaff are very friendly and attentive without being...
yelp.com - user review - 02/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My expectations were high, but I definitely was not let down, this was easily the best meal I have ever had. The atmosphere of the restaurant was actually a lot better than I expected. I was expecting...
yelp.com - user review - 02/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Gary Danko lived up to my expectations of what a restaurant of that caliber should deliver.Service was great. I always felt like I had five people doting on me the entire night. My favorite person...
yelp.com - user review - 02/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'll spare the details. Must DINE here to experience the art of culinary. I'm in between 4-5 stars. We dined in the private dining room which is splendid for parties between 5-12. I will say, the FOIE...
yelp.com - user review - 02/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
IT IS THE BEST RESTAURANT IN THE CITY. Done and done! 5Star in every category.And its actually not that badly priced if you bring your own wine. Much cheaper than Mina. Here is the deal. Just get...
yelp.com - user review - 02/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My 235th review. I can not possible say anything about GD that has not been mentioned in all of their reviews...so I will skip it. I just want to tell my gfs...thank you and love you girls for the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Service: Definitely 5 stars - attentive, wonderful staff. Tjeu were great when I made reservations for a special occassion and gave us a treat for the occassion.Ambiance: 3. stars. We sat in the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
So I can't believe I haven't reviewed Danko yet.It's on the Big Eat list from 7x7 too!#100 - cheese plate from Gary Danko.Came here with my roomie, one of our friends, and her dad! AMAZING that he...
yelp.com - user review - 02/05/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
What can I say. After waiting years to go to this place than finding it not so great. Maybe I built up my expectations to much about how good it was going to be. After all it's just a restaurant....
yelp.com - user review - 02/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I will not even try to describe the food and service, as it'd be a disservice to attempt. Out of this world. Simply put, you must try it. And not just once. This place is the reason why I now frown...
yelp.com - user review - 02/05/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The best part of the meal, was the cheese course, in which I asked for first. It was fantastic! I highly recommend it. As for the atmosphere, it is small and in need of a re-do. Who has carpet in...
yelp.com - user review - 02/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My wife and I went here a couple years back for an anniversary dinner. Food and service were top notch, but the atmosphere was disappointing. It was borderline raucus; not at all what I expected of...
yelp.com - user review - 02/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ok... i FINALLY had the much anticipated dining experience at GD. I have to agree with most of the reviews, It's got fabulous service, very beautiful decor and the service was very attentive. When we...
yelp.com - user review - 02/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Another update for The Big Eat SF#100 Cheese Course at Gary DankoI laughed when I saw that the cheese course from Gary Danko was on the list b/c one of the main things I remember about this whole...
yelp.com - user review - 02/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It was LOVE at first bite!!!From the moment I walked up to the restaurant, I knew there would be great service. A doorman opens the door for you, and the hostess takes your coat. When you get to...
yelp.com - user review - 02/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Delicious food, great service, and very classy decor, I would go there anyday (on someone else's dime)!
yelp.com - user review - 02/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
BELIEVE THE HYPE!This is one of my fave restaurants, EVER - and I still remember every dish we had even though it's been half a year since I ate there. The food is delicious and reasonably priced -...
yelp.com - user review - 02/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I would recommend Gary Danko to anyone needing to impress. The service, food and ambiance are extremely "opulent." I personally felt a little bored. I took one of my most fastidious clients here and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The best restaurant in San Francisco period..
yelp.com - user review - 01/31/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
No need to say much other than great food and service. The 1200 reviews before me have said everything that you need to know about Gary Danko. I do want to add that not only is the food good, the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
AMBIANCE: Very elegant, rich quiet warmth. Upscale, romantic, delicate settings and overall just smooth. Definitely do not show up here in your jeans and tennis shoes. The service was amazing....
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Hm... Gary Danko.... After having Boulevard 2 nights before coming here, I must say that my comments might be a little bit biased. I was not as impressed. I had the four course meal at Gary Danko....
yelp.com - user review - 01/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We came here Jan 2 with a 10:00 reservation. This place exceeded my expectations and so much more! I had the 3 course menu, and my boyfriend had the 4 course. Both of us were so stuffed! It also...
yelp.com - user review - 01/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The three times I have eaten here I have enjoyed the food quite a bit. The Salmon medallions were great. I am not a salmon fan and I nearly stole them all from a friends plate!And don"t try to...
yelp.com - user review - 01/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I know what you are thinking. It looks expensive. Could it really be worth that much? Yes. Gary Danko is a blend of amazing, creative gourmet food with service that is surprisingly unpretentious and...
yelp.com - user review - 01/27/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Gary's fancy food emporium, with its somewhat frayed contemporary interior, still packs in out-of-towners and special-occasion diners with deep pocketbooks/expense accounts. I've been a few times for...
yelp.com - user review - 01/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We had a great time here last Saturday night. We would never go to a place this expensive, but my very generous brother gives us gift certificates for fancy-schmancy restaurants every year. Gary...
yelp.com - user review - 01/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Gary Gary Gary......You ruined me! my palette is no longer the same...food just dosen't taste quite the same to me anymore!!! Everything seems so bland in comparison and your one month reservation...
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Been here 3 times and yes, it is fantastic. Be prepared to pay a lot but you are sure to enjoy your food!
yelp.com - user review - 01/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is going to sound extremely snobbish, but the french laundry makes gary danko look pedestrian. If I was to compare the Dank to other restaurants in its category (michael mina, the dining room,...
yelp.com - user review - 01/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have been here many many times. I continue to come back. I like the paired wines and the cheese cart the best, but there are also seafood, poultry and meat dishes here that are very memorable. I...
yelp.com - user review - 01/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is not just for anybody. If you dont love food then your just spending money cause you know people will think your cool for eating at Gary Danko's. I have had the privlage to meet the chef and he...
yelp.com - user review - 01/23/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is my favorite place to dine. Probably been here at least 10 times. Five star quality without feeling out of place. The menu is so flexible you are able to pick up to 5 different entrees. You...
yelp.com - user review - 01/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A popular restaurant in San Francisco, but not so popular with the stomach. This place serves 3-5 courses of meals ranging from duck to quails. I have been here twice. The first time was with a...
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Why add another 5 star review when they have so many ?Well, I think it's valid to give a great review even if they already have so many because if there's one thing thats difficult in a great...
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I think the quality of the food has already been covered extensively here but in summary-- delicious, perfectly executed, perfectly presented.What really made Gary Danko the best dining experience...
yelp.com - user review - 01/20/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Gary Danko was the second stop on our tour of fine dining in the area. I can't say I enjoyed it as much as Chez Panisse, but it was still a good experience. The setting is dimly lit vs. the homely...
yelp.com - user review - 01/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
What can I say, a hefty, 5-course, and might I add delicious meal for $96 is quite a bargain really. My two absolute favorites here that I must get are the seared foie gras, which is about 3-4oz...
yelp.com - user review - 01/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It was surprisingly easy for me to get a weeknight reservation for my friend's birthday.I enjoy the freedom of choosing any four, five, or six courses (you can choose 6 desserts if you want)....
yelp.com - user review - 01/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place was amazing, gentlemen you want to impress a lady bring her here. The service was excellent, we were in a private room, our waiter was really casual and relaxed. I did the wine paring and...
yelp.com - user review - 01/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
After 1209 reviews (and counting), the Gasparini's family unanimously decided to brave SF's often freezing evening temperatures (sorry, we're from the East Bay!) to determine whether the hype for this...
yelp.com - user review - 01/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Gary Danko's was some good food! Felt under dressed but who cares give me some Foi Gras! The place is a lot smaller than I thought. You can find street parking if your lucky. Valet offered. They offer...
yelp.com - user review - 01/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This review is coming from someone who isn't a regular at 5-star fine dining. Upon hearing that Gary Danko is the only true 5-star restaurant in San Francisco, I was curious to find out what all the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We didn't want to go far from our hotel for a meal so we ended up at the bar at RGD for dinner. Long story short, it's a great dining experience. the food didn't blow us away like the top tier...
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2009
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So, Gary Danko....good food, good service. You can chose between a 3, 5 or 7 course meal. We did the 7 course. Everything I had was super yummy...We were there for close to 3 hours- we had a cocktail prior to...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food was absolutely amazing. Very hard to get a reservation here but if you can its well worth it.
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This was definitely one of the best restaurants that I have been to. It has a warm and cozy environment.Everything there is good and I'm sure you can ask your waiter for suggestions.My girlfriend and...
yelp.com - user review - 01/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The food, service and wine were excellent!
yelp.com - user review - 01/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Gary Danko provides fine dining experience without pretention in an atmosphere that is both elegant and warm. The staff are some of the best in town, leaving you for want of nothing without being...
yelp.com - user review - 01/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yes, this place lives up to the hype and buzz, but I just can't seem to give it a full 5 stars. I revisited this place recently and of course the service was top-notch from the host to the server to...
yelp.com - user review - 01/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
after hearing so much about Gary Danko, I decided to take my husband here for his birthday. Everything turned out just as expected. The ambiance was fantastic and the food was great. As a non-meat...
yelp.com - user review - 01/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Everything I ordered was perfect and tasteful. The most memorable is the lobster risotto. Perfect is what my taste buds said. Definetly perfect for special occasions only. I wish I can eat like that...
yelp.com - user review - 01/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It really is "as good as it gets!" We were here over a year ago and the memory of the food and the service we received is still fresh. The service was incredible, easily the best wait staff I've had...
yelp.com - user review - 01/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to Danko's twice now and both times have been exceptional. The food is just a cut above. The first time I went is probably still the best single meal of my life. Try the duck - it's the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I celebrated my quarter century birthday here on Tuesday. Imagine my suprise when we pulled up in front of Gary Danko instead of some other restaurant I thought we were going to. *EXCITEMENT*It was...
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I took my wife here last Friday while we where on our honeymoon in San Francisco. I had heard that it was one of the best food experiences from some close trusted friends as well as the roaring SF...
yelp.com - user review - 01/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My boyfriend took me here for my birthday last month and it was amazing! From the moment we walked through the door we could tell that it was going to be a great night. Our waiter was very...
yelp.com - user review - 01/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love good service, food, and cheese!!
yelp.com - user review - 01/06/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
dare I break the 5 star streak this place has? Umm.. yeah!, ........ just keeping it real.I thought it was good, but not outstanding and sadly, not memorable. The menu items sound a lot better than...
yelp.com - user review - 01/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Dined here w/ 4 others for a friend's birthday. Parking wasn't bad, found a nice spot across the street. Upon entering, they took our jackets/coats off our hands and were seated promptly. Most of us...
yelp.com - user review - 01/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place lived up to my expectations.Great food, great service, great wine list....and the restaurant coffee, gasp, actually tasted good!I'd plan for around $150 /- per person, depending upon the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Fantasmagorical! Yes, I know it is not a word. This place is one part fantastic, one part magical, and one part orgasmic. We went here to celebrate our anniversary and the food did not disappoint....
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The first question I always get asked when I mention that I ate at Gary Danko is: "Which do you like better, Gary Danko or The French Laundry?"There's no comparison!! They're two totally different...
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
What is left to say about Danko's? I went here again for new years dinner after an 8 year span from my last Dankos experience and its every bit as good as 8 years ago. Its an impressive feat to make...
yelp.com - user review - 01/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ok they say location location location! For me this rings true as I live 3 steps from my house! That being said.. the reality is the food is unbelievable! The service is a little stuffy for my...
yelp.com - user review - 01/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Service: 5/5Food: 4/5Wait: 3/5Price: $$$$Portions: 4/5Presentation of food: 5/5Presentation of restaurant: 5/5Overall: 4/5this place is overrated a bit to me, with the whole pricing and how other RAVE...
yelp.com - user review - 01/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So most of these stars are for the service and presentation because I wasn't completely "wowed" by the food. My boyfriend and I came for an anniversary dinner and the food was good but not worth the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If your appetite is not satisfied after eating at least a 3-course dinner at this no jeans restaurant where everyone offers to take your coat for you, then you certainly overpaid. However, I did not!...
yelp.com - user review - 01/03/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Chef Gary Danko was clearly absent from his restaurant the night I dined there with my boyfriend. The evening turned out well in the end thanks to the great atmosphere and good conversation, but no...
yelp.com - user review - 01/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Wow this place was the shit! Fine dining in the city. I took my girlie here for her birthday and we went all out. 5 course meal with a $250 dollar bottle of wine. It was damn pricey but worth the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
By far the best dining experience I've had. It was phenomenal! Honey and I went here for a "just because- why not dinner?" :-). We both went all out and had the 5 course meal. I want to give this...
yelp.com - user review - 01/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Foie gras, risotto, guinea hen, quail, creme brulee & souffle.I tried all of the above at the Christmas dinner with my fiance and each bite was pure heaven. And it doesn't stop there...The service...
yelp.com - user review - 01/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I would give Gary Danko 5 stars alone just for their cheese cart. Seriously. It's that good. My husband and I love this place and we make a point to come here to treat ourselves at least once a year--...
yelp.com - user review - 01/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The service is quite stellar and the food is good, but at the time I was looking for non-meat dishes and did not find very many on the menu. It is fun going with a group because the staff there is...
yelp.com - user review - 01/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
NO offense to Yat's, but how can Danko's have less stars than Yat's. Once again, this flawed rating system by Yelp really benefits the "cheap" establishments. I've only been to Danko's once, and I...
yelp.com - user review - 12/31/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
excellent service, enviornment and food. you can choose 3, 4 or 5 course. i thought the price was worth it compared to michael mina. i got the ahi tuna, rosittio, scallops, and french macroons!...
yelp.com - user review - 12/31/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I'm not trying to be a contrarian here, but my experience at Gary Danko was below average at best and perhaps the worst few hundred dollars I've spent in a while.Before I delve into the food, I didn't...
yelp.com - user review - 12/31/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great place for a date - quiet, and the food is quite an experience. I took my wife here for our anniversary, and she absolutely loved it. We did the three course meal, which was more than enough...
yelp.com - user review - 12/30/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
biggest disappointment of the trip. Folks raved, insisted, named it, but it ended up a reversal of the Ritz: Gary Danko shows five-star service. Not so much on the food.It's all hype. Every table...
yelp.com - user review - 12/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Hostess wasn't good but rest of the staff is excellent! Ofcourse no doubt about the food but I would say this place excels because of its service. We had the 5 course full blown meal. We made our...
yelp.com - user review - 12/29/2008
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Absolutely outstanding! The food, the wine but especially the people that are so intent on you having a wonderful evening. Excellent in every way.
citysearch.com - user review - 12/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Coming here - you'd never guess there was a downturn in the economy in trying to get a table or seat at the bar at this place. On a Friday night, without a reservation, I walked in the door alone at...
yelp.com - user review - 12/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is a celebration of awesomeness. Once you get past the odd, sorta early 90s Miami-ishness decor (why, Gary, why?), everything else is completely heavenly. The food is fantastic - fois gras,...
yelp.com - user review - 12/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Noise level: 2/5. Go before 7 pm and request seating on the left dining room, away from the busy bar/lobby area.Overall experience was great. For the value, it was well worth it: $98 for the...
yelp.com - user review - 12/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Dear Mom and Dad,Please visit me soon so we can go back to Gary Danko.I know I was obnoxious last time we were here and had the four course meal without choosing an appetizer or desert; but they're...
yelp.com - user review - 12/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is a great place, a special place. One you would take a special someone or for a VERY special occasion, well at least to my standards. The food is extraordinary, the service is gracious....
yelp.com - user review - 12/25/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
By far one of the most memorable dining experiences. From the moment you enter you are made to feel like royalty--you ultimately dine like it as well. I won't belabor my review with the details as...
yelp.com - user review - 12/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Our meal at Gary Danko was the coup de grace of a whirlwind 4 day sojourn of wine tasting in the Bay Area.It didn't disappoint.All of the courses were very good. I recommend the foie gras....
yelp.com - user review - 12/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
**4.5**"We don't even need to eat. I could leave now and I want leave a great tip."That's what my dad said within 10 minutes of us sitting down at this restaurant. People, the service here is...
yelp.com - user review - 12/23/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Service deserves 5 stars, but we came to eat food that should be cooked to perfection. Not the case.___ I don't mind spendin the money if it is worth it, but we are still looking for our go-to date...
yelp.com - user review - 12/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I don't think this restaurant needs anymore review to get people to even try this place, but I gotta tell you that my experience was wonderful...especially a night when we couldn't get reservation...
yelp.com - user review - 12/21/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It took forever to get reservations, but it was definitely worth the wait. I'm still dreaming about the lobster risotto...
yelp.com - user review - 12/20/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Came here for a nice Christmas dinner. Please note, tt would be ideal to make reservations 2 months in advance. Otherwise, if you don't plan ahead and last minute reservations, you either may not get...
yelp.com - user review - 12/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Absolutely one of the best meals that I have had. Took the wifey out to dinner here on our 10th (yes, some marriages do last that long) wedding anniversary and everything was perfect. While enough...
yelp.com - user review - 12/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i love the service!i felt like a queen coming herethere was no dish i didnt enjoy, i will save my money.... and come again!
yelp.com - user review - 12/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Gary Danko is genius! I was treated to an amazing night with the 5 course tasting menu and wine pairing rendezvous. Every dish, sauce, and garnish melded together to create sensational flavors that...
yelp.com - user review - 12/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
One of my favorite places to eat.
yelp.com - user review - 12/17/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
food was okay. nothing blew me away. my male friend rg took me here because i found a laptop then he lost my laptop that i found so he owed me. i appreciated this dinner a lot. it was funny because...
yelp.com - user review - 12/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Their oysters, lobster and chocolate souffle are also to die for.Chocolate souffle - omgmouthorgasm.
yelp.com - user review - 12/15/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My roommate is awesome and took us out here for a roomie holiday dinner date.Get reservations. Definitely.We decided to be savage and order the 5 course meal.My choices:Lobster risotto - quite...
yelp.com - user review - 12/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My date and I visited this restaurant on our third date. I must say, this is probably one of the best meals I've ever had in my life. I arrived with my date about 15 minutes before my scheduled...
yelp.com - user review - 12/13/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
OK, Gary Danko is a 4-star on the food side...but the service I had was more like 2-star. The food was fantastic, but something seems missing when you are paying this much for a meal and your server...
yelp.com - user review - 12/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
In a sales contest at work, my wife won dinner for two anywhere in the US and airplane tickets to get there! So, from Hilton Head, South Carolina, we went to San Francisco and Gary Danko's. So, we...
yelp.com - user review - 12/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a bit out of date because I dined there over 7 months ago (in May '08)... but seeing that I finally registered on Yelp to write review, I figured to chime in a few words.As almost everyone...
yelp.com - user review - 12/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Gary Danko is a very special place. Few restaurants can combine brilliant cuisine, extraordinary service, and such a beautiful environment.First, the dishes are lush, beautiful to observe, and...
yelp.com - user review - 12/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
There isn't really anything to add with so many reviews already.We went there for my wife's birthday. Last year was Michael Mina.We liked Gary Danko better on how we could be flexible in picking what...
yelp.com - user review - 12/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i picked this place to celebrate my upcoming freedom from a very sad and messy divorce. successful ladies...let me just mention one thing...pre-nup!it wasn't to mark the end of something but a toast...
yelp.com - user review - 12/11/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place has pretty good service, but they're supposed to. I thought the food and service at Manresa were better. Here are my main points:1) GOOD PLACE FOR BIRTHDAY, JUST DON'T ORDER THE SOUFFLE....
yelp.com - user review - 12/10/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Oh wow, I feel like any review I would give would only be repetitive but damn, this place is amazing. I called in Saturday trying to get a reservation for any day up before the 20th, and was able to...
yelp.com - user review - 12/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
When I called to make a reservation, the hostess asked, "Is this for a special occasion?" I said that I was leaving San Francisco. She said, "San Francisco will miss you." They gave me a dessert at...
yelp.com - user review - 12/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Very good food. Very good service. Dont have anything to say bad about the restaurant. Need some women waitress's though. haha
yelp.com - user review - 12/08/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I agree with foodchemist J., 6 stars! 6 stars!Absolutely the best meal I have ever had, EVER! Rave, rave, rave...What an incredible experience Gary Danko is. I am absolutely shocked that anyone had...
yelp.com - user review - 12/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We got a gift certificate for Gary Danko so we could afford to go and it was so great!! I don't know what else can be said after so many reviews but the main thing - besides the awesome food - was...
yelp.com - user review - 12/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Celebrating my 40th BDay with my Husband and this restaurant is on my list. The service was fabulous, lighting nice, chairs (not so comfy especially for a 2 1/2 hour meal) and food out of this...
yelp.com - user review - 12/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
PERFECT cuisine with acceptable price.EXCELLENT service and hospitality.http://static.px.yelp.com/bphoto/-4_CSgGJEIM4zw73WwqcNw/ms
yelp.com - user review - 12/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Special occasion coming up? Big anniversary? Ready to blow some cash? This is the place to go. While the prices may seem outrageous, the food and service is worth it.From the romantic mood...
yelp.com - user review - 12/04/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is THE best restaurant of all the restaurants I've been to in SF. If you wanna impress ANYONE, take them here. The service, atmosphere, food quality, basically everything you could rate is...
yelp.com - user review - 12/03/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
very good!
yelp.com - user review - 12/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If there is a 6th star, I would gladly add it into Gary Danko.Highlights :- PERFECT cuisine with acceptable price.- CIVILIZED serving size, the portions are quite generous for fine-dining.- EXCELLENT...
yelp.com - user review - 12/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I took my boyfriend for his birthday, and we had the best experience there! Everything on the menu we ordered were delicious, the servers were all very knowledgeable from how the food is prepared to...
yelp.com - user review - 12/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A beautiful place to celebrate a special occasion. Ambiance and service are impeccable. Portions, in my opinion, were insanely huge from a fine dining perspective. So basically you get what you pay...
yelp.com - user review - 11/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
ok, let's just get it out, the entire meal was DAMN GOOD. let's do a quick run down of what we had.started with a complimentary (free is always good) thai soup, delicious and slightly tangy...
yelp.com - user review - 11/29/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I've been waiting to go to Restaurant Gary Danko for years, and finally made it there a few weeks ago to celebrate our anniversary (and posting this as my 300th Yelp review!). Unfortunately, it did...
yelp.com - user review - 11/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Not more much to add to other reviewer's note. I mean, c'mon. It's GD in the house.-service was excellent - fast, cordial, comfortable, and left us alone when needed.-foie gras - ok, this was almost...
yelp.com - user review - 11/26/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
GD doesn't disappoint. it was delicious just as i remember. i had a lot of steak and scallops in my life...gary's fillet was favorful with the perfect crust. and, the scallops were cooked impeccably....
yelp.com - user review - 11/25/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Simply the best tasting high class restaurant I have ever been to. Worth every penny. Service was superb and every course that came out was out of this world. Wanted to go in the kitchen and slap the...
yelp.com - user review - 11/24/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Why wouldn't you give this place a 5!!!.. When was the last time you took a bite out of something and it's so good that it makes you close your eyes and moan "Mmmmmm" ...repeatedly! Gary has done it...
yelp.com - user review - 11/24/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Oh. My. Goodness. and more Goodness. Starting off with super tasty caviar and buckwheat blinis...then moved on to fois gras, then seared scallops, followed by petite fillet, followed by a cheese...
yelp.com - user review - 11/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We came here last week to celebrate boyfriend's birthday. One advice: GET WINE PAIRING!!!Extremely satisfied
yelp.com - user review - 11/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great food, awesome wine list, terrific service... nice to see Danko has its own fan club: http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/pages/San-Francisco-CA/Restaurant-Gary-Danko/34260178467?ref=s
yelp.com - user review - 11/20/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of the most consistently great restaurants. Top-notch service that is not overbearing. Food has always been fantastic - I especially like their filet mignon, fois gras and desserts.There's also a...
yelp.com - user review - 11/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Vinni. Viddi. Ate.Best meal of my life to date. So unbelievably amazingly delicious. And I am not even a food person. I am content with a decent taco truck on the street. (wow I just referenced a taco...
yelp.com - user review - 11/19/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Small intimate place. Took multiple tries to get a reservation here. Finally did. Reservations are seated exactly at the designated time, even though we arrived 10 minutes early could not be seated....
yelp.com - user review - 11/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My absolute favorite restaurant in San Francisco! And really, for the price, it's way worth it, better than Michael Mina, Boulevard, or any of the other high-end restaurants in SF. The staff is...
yelp.com - user review - 11/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
absolutely divine!
yelp.com - user review - 11/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best restaurant in SF and the price is so reasonable. Can I give them 6-stars?
yelp.com - user review - 11/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It is super fantastic! I've been lucky enough to eat at Gary Danko's three times. Every time the experience just gets better.The service is always impeccable, and the food is always tremendous and...
yelp.com - user review - 11/18/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Brilliantly executed, tasty food - except for the glazed oysters --way too salty -- I couldn't taste anything but salt. Excellent service - best I've ever experienced - solicitous, but not in your...
yelp.com - user review - 11/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Without time to search through the thousand reviews mostly glowing about this place, I find the best secret is the fact that they serve dinner at the bar. If someone comes in from out of town and...
yelp.com - user review - 11/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
So good!!!!!!!!!!!! Definitely the best restaurant in town given the price/quality ratio. The best souffle and fois gras.
yelp.com - user review - 11/16/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The food was really good, although not as spectacular as I had been lead to believe. What I'd like to comment on is the service. The service is very attentive, which given the rest of San Francisco...
yelp.com - user review - 11/15/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
By far one of THE BEST RESTAURANT I've ever been to! Everything was superb, the food, the service, the atmosphere. This place also holds a special memory in my heart because it's also when my then...
yelp.com - user review - 11/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Gary Danko is my favorite restaurant in SF. I went there to take my girlfriend's birthday and was not disappointed. So let me rant and rave about this restaurant:-The food. You get to pick what you...
yelp.com - user review - 11/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
BOTTOM LINE5 stars for creative culinary flair, impeccable service and remarkable wine pairing-1 star for the hit to my wallet and the stuffy ambiance
yelp.com - user review - 11/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I think all the reviews sum it up already. Top notch food, great ambiance, friendly wait staff, amazing suffle....it's definitely the best restaurant in San Francisco or bay area. It's not cheap but...
yelp.com - user review - 11/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
WOW, what a wonderful evening. The food was incredible & the service has to be the best that I have ever experienced.
yelp.com - user review - 11/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of the best meals of my life.The service was excellent! The servers were discreet, friendly, timely, and knowledgeable. I felt like I was being waited on my ninjas, I didn't even noticed the...
yelp.com - user review - 11/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Happy Birthday to MEEEEE!The BF surprised me for my special day by taking me to a special restaurant. I've had Gary Danko on my list of "must" places to eat at, but I wanted to save my visit for a...
yelp.com - user review - 11/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Superior French cuisine at a reasonable price (for the quality) and with generous portions.Nothing to say that people haven't already.
yelp.com - user review - 11/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
OK, so I'm old. I officially turned the speed limit -- 55. What's a boy -- uh, sorry -- man to do??? Go to Restaurant Gary Danko with wife and friend!We are NOT regulars here, but we do dine here...
yelp.com - user review - 11/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Food was not as tasty as I had hoped. Portions were very big though and fantastic service. Ambiance wasn't that great either. Very loud.
yelp.com - user review - 11/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
awesome!
yelp.com - user review - 11/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Everything here is supergood- service, ambiance and of course the food. It is top notch and I had one of my best dinning experiences.
yelp.com - user review - 11/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I came here on my honeymoon on a Wednesday night and it was packed. We actually weren't seated until probably an hour or more after our original reservation time and the hostess noticed so she gave...
yelp.com - user review - 11/08/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We ordered 8 courses total, all undeniably phenomenal.Tip to get a seat----------------------If you want a reservation, book at least a week in advance. If you wait too long, chances are you aren't...
yelp.com - user review - 11/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
First of all, plan ahead. Like 2 months ahead. I had heard this from the beginning and they're not kidding. For a May 11 reservation, I called on march 11 at 11am. And we barely got an 8pm...
yelp.com - user review - 11/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Almost everything is great - Food, Service, Ambiance. But please give everyone a little elbow room. For the prices I am sure they could take a few tables out of each dining room and spread things...
yelp.com - user review - 11/04/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The staff at Gary Danko wrapped us in a cocoon of comfort. Yes, we read all of the rave reviews, but were still not prepared for this level of service. The restaurant is clearly very well managed,...
yelp.com - user review - 11/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Took the family here when times were better. The trick to sampling the food is to have enough people so that you can order everything on the menu. I love the idea that you can order all mains, all...
yelp.com - user review - 11/02/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We had a terrific evening here. The flexibility of the menu and wine list are a plus. The five course dinner with wine parings was perfect- except I was very full and took my terrific cheese course...
yelp.com - user review - 11/01/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yes, Gary Danko has exceeded my expectations. It's evident from the reviews that basically everything on the menu is excellent. However, I think the one thing that makes Gary Danko shine beyond other...
yelp.com - user review - 11/01/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
What have we here...perfection? Well, no. I will admit that the food is above average, but Fisherman's Wharf is HARDLY a substitute for Faubourg Saint-Honore. No matter how good a place may be, an...
yelp.com - user review - 10/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
PHENOMENAL! I had the three course meal with the lobster salad as an appetizer, seared filet of beef for the main course, and the roasted pears for dessert. An amuse bouche of mushroom soup was...
yelp.com - user review - 10/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
What can I say!
yelp.com - user review - 10/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Can't go wrong! The best in the city! Oysters/Caviar app is the BEST!
yelp.com - user review - 10/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This restuarant is simply amazing! I went here with my husband for our anniversary and everything we tried was delicious. Its very romantic, the service was great, the food was excellent. A great...
yelp.com - user review - 10/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great place for fine dining. I wish I had their wine list at home!
yelp.com - user review - 10/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went there a second time. FOr some reason, it didn't feel as good as the first, I felt the service a bit "stuffy". Professional, but almost too attentive and polished. the food was excellent, and I'll...
yelp.com - user review - 10/24/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
it's been a long time since i went here, but i just wanted to add another 5-star to this restaurant.what a great, great restaurant. took my gf here, she loved it as well.if you have a chance to go...
yelp.com - user review - 10/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
so much hype......was it worth it???Saturday, October 18th, 6pm...having an earlier reservation was actually a nice decision...the atmosphere is very dark and not what you would really expect from a...
yelp.com - user review - 10/21/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
What can I say? This is THE best restaurant in SF that I've been to. It's consistently amazing. And surprisingly reasonably priced I think for the quality of the food and service. The servers here...
yelp.com - user review - 10/21/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love French food, so I was very excited to go to Gary Danko after reading all the great reviews. You definitely get your money's worth for the food, ambiance, and customer service you receive....
yelp.com - user review - 10/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
After 1099 reviews there is not much I can add to the glistening reviews of Gary Danko, other than:Service: impeccable, flawless, stupendousCheese: F#@*ING amazingElderflower Champagne Cocktail:...
yelp.com - user review - 10/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Big Fan of the food and service at this place. Love it. I would give it 5 stars if the decor matched the experience - which is top notch!So help me understand the creep Indian Deity heads as big as...
yelp.com - user review - 10/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I dined at Gary Danko to celebrate my birthday with my close friends and family. Loved it! We had a 9pm reservation on a Saturday. I absolutely adore late dining, it's so elegant.The restaurant...
yelp.com - user review - 10/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We arrived at Gary Danko at 5PM sharp, to sit at the bar. But we totally lucked out, as there was a recent cancellation. So we got to sit in the restaurant.Wow oh wow, the silverware, wine glasses,...
yelp.com - user review - 10/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
with 1000 reviews it's hard to elaborate what already has been elaborated but here i go anyways.believe the hype.i had extremely high expectations for gary danko, moreso than the french laundry, and...
yelp.com - user review - 10/15/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
By far my and the Mister's favorite special occasion restaurant in the city.Ordinarily, I'd be inclined to broaden my base of foodswoonment experience by trying one of the ultrafine restaurants in SF...
yelp.com - user review - 10/15/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great, another schmuck writing a review for Gary Danko...Yup.I had a great experience. I went with 2 buddies with the expectation to spend a lot of money. We showed up a bit early for a drink. The...
yelp.com - user review - 10/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Fine dining is centered around the food, but the very concept of being centered means that it must be surrounded by something. In the case of fine dining the surrounding is in fact your surroundings....
yelp.com - user review - 10/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Went Gary Danko in a group of 6 for my friend's birthday. Everything that night was so good and so perfect!Food: I had a taste of most of the dishes they have since my friends and I got different...
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ok, I can definitely skip the details of greatness and classiness of this restaurant, since the percentage of the reviews are about the same.I ordered the 3 course menu, which was extremely...
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
the pinnacle. where the modern day little baby Jesus would take his 12 hombres for the last meal. well if he could get a reservation. read other 5 star reviews for more details.
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We took our inlaws here, and we all practically 'rolled' out the door from being so stuffed! You can do a mix-and-match of a 3/4/5-course meal from their menu for $98. Among the four of us, we ended...
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The service was classic and elegant with a nice formal presentation.Our server had an excellent knowledge of the menu and explainedour options, and also offered suggestions.I loved the flexibility of...
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
For my 500th review (which I would have given this place 500 stars as well) Gary Danko.5 star, elegant dining. I'm not really a fan of. Why you ask? Well, the two most prominent reasons, 1. Wes can...
yelp.com - user review - 10/08/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We're trying to lose weight (we as in I) so no sweets! I opted to allow their personnel to pair me up some wines by the glass which weren't complete hit or misses.While waiting for our meal we were...
yelp.com - user review - 10/08/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I like it
yelp.com - user review - 10/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The first trip to this restaurant was excellent... yet the second was even better. It called in 2 months ahead for the first visit...brought my own wine. I can't recall what I had the first time but...
yelp.com - user review - 10/07/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Wish I could give the "best" restaurant in San Francisco 5 stars but Gary Danko did not meet my expectations at all. I think this place is definitely over hyped.Service I will give an A Food I will...
yelp.com - user review - 10/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Gary Danko's cuisine = ambrosialAmbrosial def. 1. exceptionally pleasing to taste or smell; especially delicious or fragrant 2. worthy of the gods; divineMy eyes were most certainly larger than my...
yelp.com - user review - 10/06/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Well after waiting 2 years and the right reason, I went there for my 13th anniversary.Was it worth the wait- yesWas it worth the price- yesWill I wait 2 more years - no.My boy had the tasting menu, I...
yelp.com - user review - 10/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
As good as they say it is. Significant other brought me here for my birthday and it was a nearly transcendent experience.First off, the service. Top notch, they are all dressed in suits and all have...
yelp.com - user review - 10/04/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Amazing, fantastic, wonderful, delicious, succulent, rich, romantic.... the list goes on! There are not enough words to express what a great dining experience I had at Gary Danko's. Let's start with...
yelp.com - user review - 10/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The most memorable part of our outing to Gary Danko was the cheese course. The service here is impeccable; it is so nice to be served by grown-ups. Next time (we are saving up) we will go for the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/04/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Everything good in life is served up as scrumptious food and wine in this unpretentious and relaxing setting. You could easily show up in jeans and eat oysters at the bar as you could get dressed up...
yelp.com - user review - 10/04/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Isolated seating environment from the surrounding city streets, it was nice to get away from it all, with some of the most exceptional food and service. You can't go wrong if your goal is to splurge...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It is everything it's cracked up to be. We called two days ahead and was put on a waiting list, they called upon cancellation (twice) and we accepted the time the offered (7:30 PM).My husband had the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Our second trip in 3 years occured the other evening and it was great. Some slight slips since back then slightly downgraded it from 5 stars, including not quite perfect service (still stellar...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
5 stars for great and exceptional service.4 stars for foodfood being more important that service in my view, i give this restaurant 4.5 if it were possible. Favorite thing about this restaurant is...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I enjoyed my meal at GD but by no means thought it was a Zagat 29 for food! While I enjoyed my experience at GD, it was not an unforgettable experience. Maybe it was just too hyped by all the rave...
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A lot of people think Gary Danko is hyped. Yet, I disagree. I had another great dining experience with them. One word to describe Gary Danko - IMPECCABLE! I celebrated my birthday here this year. My...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of the best meals and restaurant experience I ever had. Had the Chef's Menu with all of the wine, cheese and dessert selections we could handle. Wonderful service and superb food. Definitely...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One word describes our experience at Gary Danko: impeccable.This cozy San Francisco gem, located on North Point and Hyde, orchestrates their service to perfection. The servers have perma-smiles...
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We brought two good friends here who had done us an unexpected significant favor. It was all of our first time at Gary Dankos, and it was simply marvelous. The service really stood out as top notch....
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yelp should raise the bar and provide 6 stars instead of 5, as Gary Danko deiniftely deserves a 6-star rating.I'm not a regular customer as I've been there only four times in the past 8 years. I would...
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
wow this place is great. everything i've heard about Gary Danko was on point. the food was great people were great service was outstanding. Dessert was so good it really hit the spot after good...
yelp.com - user review - 09/18/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Gary Danko is flawless but uninspired. If you're looking for a safe, perfect meal with a loved one, this will do wonderfully. But if you're looking to weep at your food's creativity and excellence and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/18/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I have only been here once and was let down. The service was excellent but the atmosphere overly precious and the food unmemorable. I had five courses but can only recall two of them (granted, this...
yelp.com - user review - 09/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Gary Danko will now forever hold a special place in my life. I celebrated my 33rd birthday here. This particular birthday is more meaningful than any other year as I made the most important decision...
yelp.com - user review - 09/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Dear Gary or My Danko or Gary Danko, Thank you thank you thank you. What amazing service. The hostess was friendly upon our arrival and the waiter was knowledgeable, amicable, and a bay area native.I...
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Gary Denko is my favorite restaurant in the city! I went to G.D.'s for my 25th birthday last year and never ate so well (well at least in the states-- (La Tour D'Argent is the best restaurant in...
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Very, very few things in life live up to their hype. A few that come to mind:1. Good things come in small packages. 2. Blondes have more fun (save it).3. Gary Danko is all that.Yes. Gary Danko is all...
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Of all the things I noticed here, it was the great service. Our waiter Darrin was affable and knowledgeable. I definitely felt like I got 5-star treatment. As for the food, were they worth it. Yes...
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
You know, I like this guy. Gary definitely gets props for an awesome restaurant exemplifying decor, ambiance service and just impeccable foods. My partner and I were able to have a lovely evening...
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I just finished eating the take-home cake that Gary gave me to have as breakfast after my 5 course meal last night. While eating I had time to think about what I really thought about the meal. FOOD:...
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
First off I heard this place was hard to get reservations at and it was the top restaurant in SF. So we decided to come here for mine and my brother's birthday. Somehow he was able to secure a...
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My boyfriend took me here for our 1 year 1 month and 1 day anniversary (don't ask). The food was wonderful, though some of the dishes were, in my overly culinary spoiled mind, a little forgotten...the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I saved my 100th review for my return to Gary Danko! We had a late reservation last night at 10PM. I was tired but in HEAVEN!We started off at the bar waiting for our table (until 10:30). I...
yelp.com - user review - 09/10/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have a new fav restaurant and its Gary Danko. Went there for my BDay last July and was blown away. I had a little wait when I arrived even though it was 9:30pm, but I was served champagne until I...
yelp.com - user review - 09/10/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great food and ambiance, nice ladies bathroom too!Lick-your-bowl-clean morel mushroom risotto (best risotto I've ever had)Easy-going service for such a nice restaurant, I liked that.Didn't get any...
yelp.com - user review - 09/10/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i must profess my love for gary danko. we try to come here every time we're in frisco. we usually make our reservations about a week or two in advance, and each time we get the 10pm seating. we've...
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Bummer. I went here 3 years ago and WOW... what an awesome experience! From top to bottom the food, service, everything... really great. I don't know what happened in the 3 years since my last...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Ate here on Saturday for a bit of a celebration. We had late reservations set for 10:00pm and while we showed up on time we didn't sit down until around 10:40pm. Because of the long wait, they...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
do yourself a favor and eat here. spoil yourself...take a date, take a parent...take anyone you love. make sure you get the cheese cart FOR SURE. believe the hype...this place is elegant and the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Recently managed to grab a seat at the bar and decided to splurge. I had the summer tasting menu. All of the dishes were superb and the flavors were all distinctive. They had a very nice selection...
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was so excited to go back after the wonderful experience I had the first time I dined here a year ago. The food was definitely still up to par but the service, however, was not as superb as my...
yelp.com - user review - 09/06/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'm a fan of this place, but couldn't go here too many times. The dining experience is a bit long (never been here without staying at least 3-1/2 hrs) I highly recommend you do the 5 course tasting...
yelp.com - user review - 09/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I don't even know where to start. Everything was so fantastic! The food was amazing - we had the 6(?) course meal with the wine pairing and it was incredible. Our service was fantastic....
yelp.com - user review - 09/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Perfection - every time I dine at Gary Danko, it's a fabulous festival for my taste buds. The food is fantastic, the wine and champagne delicious and wait staff very competent. Their cheese cart is...
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
For my 300th review, I've decided it is time to write this review. Came up here during the Spring months and someone suggested we should try this place. I heard reservations were hard to come by...
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of the best meals I've had in a long time! I went last night for my birthday and each of us ordered 5 courses. The Foie Gras was amazing. The Oysters were flavorful. The Lobster was to...
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ok, so it has been over a year since I went to Gary Danko's, but I'm new to Yelp so cut me some slack!But I had to Yelp about it b/c it was simply amazing! The service was OUTSTANDING. We were...
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I am very surprised of the high rating this restaurant receives. Maybe I went on a bad day both times??I would definitely expect better for the price. The service is great but area is too cramped up....
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
When I was asked to have dinner at Gary Danko's, I asked where it was. I've lived in SF for a long time and had never heard of it! Then I saw the website and the menu and prices and discovered why I'd...
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
like wow
yelp.com - user review - 09/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We came here 8/30 for my birthday. It was quite filling. I didn't expect the portion to be so much larger than the ones at French Laundry. (well, it is still comparatively small in American standard...
yelp.com - user review - 08/31/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i've lived in SF for more than 20 years and have eaten at many expensive restaurants as fine dining is one of my favorite activities. Gary Danko is what I'd considered the best restaurant in SF....
yelp.com - user review - 08/31/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of my fav restaurant to splurge in the city. I prefer wining and dining at Gary Danko over the other Bay Area eating wonders such as French Laundry, Michael Minna and La Folie. You can...
yelp.com - user review - 08/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The food was amazing! I loved the extras we got the soup,and the cookies at the end! that honestly was my favorite part! We couldn't get a reservation but we got there when they first opened and got a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
One of the best meals I've had in San Francisco.Went to dinner with my boss and two clients from Japan and the whole dining experience was impeccable...everything from the food to the service. My...
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My boyfriend took me there for the first time, which was on our 1 year anniversary.....I was pleasantly surprise of how good the food and the wine pairing....it's sooo gooood!! The seafood there is...
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I had been begging my boy toy to take me there - he finally took me for my birthday - I was super excited! So excited that it paled next to my expectations. I thought the food and the service were...
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Perfect from beginning to end. And that's all you need to know.I came here when my exbf quit his law firm to head for bigger pastures (NYC). We were celebrating a monumental occasion (given that...
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Powerful food, powerful decor, and huge prices give Gary Danko a great big commanding feel. However, dinner is held hostage to cramped quarters, especially in the room to west of the entrance. The...
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Who is Gary Danko? He has made my stomach so happy.This is definitely the BEST meal I had in San Francisco. I strongly recommend the 3-course or 4-course menu. The menu items change seasonally, but...
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of the best meals I've had. Comparable to Le Cirque, Picasso, Fleur de Lys and Quince. Service was impeccable, atmosphere was intimate, and most importantly the food was superb. I didn't pay, but...
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Definitely my favorite fine-dining experience. Maybe it was the great company. *swoon*The highlights: beautiful bathroom, the lobster rosotto, the oysters with caviar, the chocolate souffle, and the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I went to Gary Danko with my sister-in-law and her business partner last week. As always, the service was incredible from the moment we walked in to the time we left. My food was terrific, as were...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Such a wonderful dining experience.Not only the food was great, the staff were very friendly and attentive.From the moment we walked in, the maitre d' checked in my coat (after 2 hrs of dining, she...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I moved to SF four years ago... And I'd been hearing about Gary Danko's... I imagined it to be a gazillion dollars... (It actually isn't... The food, to be honest, is pretty well-priced for a 3-...
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Gary Danko located close to Fisherman's Wharf is a cozy seventy-five seat upscale restaurant with a small bar. The restaurant is chef own and operated. It is one the few restaurants that has been...
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
As good as it gets in the city. The food is great but the wait is long. Asides from dining at the french laundry, its probably one of the best dining experiences that I have had
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The first time I ate at Gary Danko, my now ex husband had to call in a month in advance to get reservations for a specific date but it was WELL worth it. We had our one year wedding anniversary dinner...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
my husband and i recently visited to celebrate our wedding anniversary. normally, this is not a place that we would visit on a regular basis -- there's no way we could afford that! but this place is...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
What can I say that hasn't been said? The food is always great, the atmosphere outstanding, takes forever to get a reservation. The secret is to get there early and eat at the bar. Several times I...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
pure heaven! i would love to go back and try more items! the service was excellent as was all of the dishes. the cheese plate was very yummy but there are so many to choose from. the lobster was...
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was taken here for my birthday and I must say it's very good overall. However, the restaurant is much smaller than I imagined and it's very expensive (which I knew, but I think it still makes you...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Boy this place sure was a disappointment, not to mention a catastrophe on the wallet, but I knew that going in.The service was good, and the food is well prepared, but the food just wasn't that good,...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food at Gary Danko is divine. In particular, the scallop dishes are light, beautifully cooked, and consistent in their texture. If you are a foie gras fan, the dish here is phenomenal. The...
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I recently dined at Gary Danko for the second time--both times were on the firm's tab so I offer no thoughts about pricing and other indelicacies.I like Danko. I do. Both meals I had were very good....
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best restaurant in America. That simple.
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I waited 2 months to celebrate my wife's and my anniversary at Gary Danko. Overall, it was a good experience, but not other-worldly though.Pros:- Excellent, attentive service while not being too...
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2008
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Gary Danko really knows how to do his stuff. And the staff really know how to...
urbanspoon.com - user review - 08/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Reservations made a month in advance and it was worth the wait. Absolutely the BEST restaurant in SF! We had a reservation for a party of 4 at 9pm, we showed up at 8:30 and our table was ready....
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food is good. Great, even. This was my third visit to GD and each time I've had a lovely meal although I can't honestly say I remember much of the second meal I had there since I was thoroughly...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Food was amazing and service impeccable.I've grown quite particular of restaurants after getting used to Ritz-Carlton quality and service, therefore it's refreshing to dine at a place that strives to...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
We had the WORST WORST WORST service experience here. At this level of dining everything should be impeccable, so we were HORRIFIED. Since this happened, I have talked to others who also had sub-par...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I decided to save my 300th review for Mr. Gary Danko. *Woot, woot!*Service was phenomenal and even though the bf and I looked like the youngest diners there, we were not given snobby looks or treated...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
There is no question, the experience of dining at Gary Danko is a memorable one. The service, from the moment we walked in until we left, made me feel like royalty. They know how to do it.The food and...
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is unbelievable. Everything is exceptional. I and my wife, we had 5-4 course dinner and I got to taste about 10 dishes. It is a feast and yes, it feels like you are the king although it...
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Balance, balance, balance. The flavors at Gary Danko synthesize almost majestically. Unlike the "other guys" (French Laundry, Aqua...which I thoroughly enjoyed and am not knocking in any way) who...
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love to bring my cilents here. this place is a place to die for. The price is aliitle ove rthe top. But wortth the money. i love you Gary Danko's
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Food is Solidly Good. If you want a predictable good meal, eat here.I was not impressed by the chocolate souffle here. Arrived not hot inside and the cake fell apart as I tried to take my first dip....
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If I was rating only the food, I would probably give it 5 stars. However, the atmosphere is a little boisterous for an upscale restaurant. I took my bf here for his birthday and we were seated not...
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My (ex) boss decided it would be a good idea to have a small company gathering here last year. It was probably one of the best decisions he's ever made. The restaurant has a very intimate feel to it....
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I feel silly writing a review for this one since it's clear that people already know how amazing it is. However, it is the least I could do given the orgy of taste I had last night. Simply put, the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Wonderful, wonderful, wonderful... After living in SF for five years, I finally made it to Danko. It was worth the wait. My fiance took me there for my birthday. It's such a wonderful experience -...
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The five stars say it all - it just doesn't get better than this. This is a chef/owner who know the business from top to bottom and works it all to perfection. Can't wait for the new place to open...
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The service at this place was excellent. Everyone from the first person who greets you to your waiter will be attentive, pleasant... you will just feel very well taken care of. Also, as far as...
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I ate here about two years ago. I LOVED LOVED LOVED it. Where else can you get course meals and mix-n-match them to your very own liking with no additional costs! Nonetheless, Restaurant Gary Danko,...
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is place has landed on our "must go" list for whenever we come into town. The service is impeccable. Online reservations must be made 2 months in advance. My husband and I (after reading yelp...
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I went to Gary Danko...It was perfect...Sigh...
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been meaning to try this renowned San Francisco restaurant! And let me say I was not disappointed! We both ordered a 5 course menu, there were some dishes we loved and others that we thought were...
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Very class and very uppidy. They are very attentive and above all the food was awesome. I felt like Jesus Christ went down from heaven and cooked the food for us. hahaha. but seriously, if it wasn't...
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Very, very good. Very, very pricey. But you already knew this.Things I ate: crab and corn soup, foie gras with some sweet onions and roasted peaches, quail stuffed with wild mushrooms and foie gras,...
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Over the years, I have lost count of how many times I have been to Gary Danko, Fifth Floor, Fleur de Lys, La Folie, Aqua, and etc for business and pleasure, but I have yet to review most of these on...
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Sooo good. But VERY expensive. I got the glazed oysters, asparagus salad with quail eggs, roasted Maine lobster, cheese course, and the peach tart for dessert. The cheese course portions were large...
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Okay, I don't need to rehash all the wonderful things that have been said about this extraordinary restaurant but I will say -- SAVE ROOM FOR THE CHEESE! -- it's divine.The next time pretend to be...
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So very good, but so very expensive.I got the Lobster Risotto, Seared Tuna, Loin of Lamb and the French Macaroon Ice Cream Sandwiches for dessert.My fiance got the Lobster Risotto, Herb Crusted...
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Will be brief since there are already 1000 reviews.After going there 5 times, words that come to mind: Expensive. 5 courses. Sumptuous. Mmmm. Cheese cart. Warm. Foie Gras. Wow.Only nit -...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
More like 3.5 stars.For all reading...this review is only for last nights visit, not the overall experience of having come here so many times. Thinking back I've been coming here 3-4 times a year for...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My birthday dinner at Gary Danko was just what I was waiting for. After reading the thousand reviews, I was writing mine up in my head all night. And I had plenty of time to think it up. Our two...
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
the service is great. the food is even better. everyone should come here once in their lifetime to experience unpretentious fine dining. twice for good measure. three times if you're lucky. i plan on...
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Your San Francisco dining career is incomplete without Gary Danko.Gary Danko is restaurant mastery: the food does things to your taste buds that nearly make you feel embarrassed to be in public, the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I don't know what i can say that has not already been said before, but I love this place. Let me start off by saying that I had been wanting to try this place for a few years now, and I just randomly...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i think this restaurant easily has the best service of any place ive been to, as everyone else has said. the food is as good as you would expect. if there was anything to be disappointed with is that...
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
For my 24th birthday, I went to California to celebrate at The French Laundry and Napa (yes, I have the best boyfriend in the world). After our awesome meal at TFL, we spent some time in San...
yelp.com - user review - 07/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
After two years of waiting, my boyfriend finally took me to Gary Danko for our anniversary. Finally! Of course, this meant I had a lot of high expectations (the standard currently set by Farallon on...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Amazing in every way...yes I recently went to celebrate my bday and it was as good as it gets! Just like a well-fine tuned symphony, servers are extremely professional and know when to orchestrate to...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Never felt more pampered at a restaurant. Oh, and the food's not bad either.
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Of course, I used my birthday as an excuse to try Gary Danko. It was nice to be treated like the princess for a night! GD is the perfect place to be pampered! We had made 8:00pm reservations and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is what fine dining is all about. Do yourself a favor and make a reservation already. Impeccable quality and customer service. Make sure to get the oyster and the lobster and let your taste...
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Two words--Excellent Food!!!Have to try their foie gras and oysters. JUST TRY!
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Absolutely fantastic food and service - the place to go if you want to shell out quite a bit of money for top of the line food.My only comment is that you don't need to do too many courses here - I...
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yep, this place is flawless - the food and the service. The only thing I can add is this: We took my mom here for her birthday. She is well traveled and well educated, but she doesn't go out to eat at...
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
5 courses is a lot and you will leave full! I had 5 and my boyfriend had 3. That was a good idea as I don't think we both needed to try 4 different cheeses each from the cheese cart. Gary Danko is a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Without a doubt, I enjoyed my stay at Gary Danko. The service was impeccable, with servers swooping in with perfect timing and grace - they operate like a well oiled machine. The decor was lovely and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
PERFECT!!!!!!! Words could not describe my dining experience at Gary Danko's. I don't want to tell y'all details because I want you guys to experience it for yourselves. Thanks JLC for this bday...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
definitely overhyped and extremely inconsistent. some dishes were exellent--the seared fois gras appetizer was one of the best i've had except that they didn't properly clean or remove the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of the best dining experiences I've had. With some luck, the boy scored a reservation for 9pm on Saturday just a week before, and in anticipation, we arrived early at 8:30pm after handing our...
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yes!!!i waited over a year to write the 1000th review for this restaurant. and here is what i have to say:The Best Ever!!thanks GD.
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I know there are numerous fine restaurants in SF, but GD is still my favorite! I have dined here a handful of times in the past 5 years and have found them to be very consistent - the service is...
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Wow, if I wait an hour or two I could have been the 1,000th review. Danko was excellent. All of the food except the frog legs was perfectly prepared (the frog legs were just too salty). Our server...
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Last time I was there the best thing I ordered was the cheese service. It has some flavors I had never expierenced. I also tried Gary's own Pinot and the whoole table was thrilled with it. The service...
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I, of course, had high expectations going into Danko. I wasn't severely disappointed but it didn't live up to the hype.The food just wasn't outstanding. I had a seared ahi appetizer which is pretty...
yelp.com - user review - 07/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Gary Danko is TOP NOTCH. The outside is so deceiving since it's so close to fisherman's wharf - but once you get inside it's like a whole new world - simple, modern and just rich. The staff is very...
yelp.com - user review - 07/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great dinner - corn soup with crab and the roasted main lobster were excellent. Creme brulee and chocolate suffle were great too. Great service - not snobby at all. Great dining experience and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
As a surprise, my bf took me here for our anniversary. I really like the simple decor of the place, although it had a little "cold" feeling to the metallic and somewhat cooling colors of the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Oh, Gary Danko, how do I love thee?I was weary about going to a restaurant with the chef's name on it. If you put your name on a restaurant, it had better be good and meet my expectations.To my...
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I just want to echo that this place is worth every penny that's all.All the foodies have rated and raved about it and can tell you about the food and service. So I will leave this review at that.
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here three times, and I've left satisfied everytime. The first time was before I was visiting SF to look for an apartment. We sat at the bar--the service was impeccable, and no one judged...
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Wow, just wow. 3month reservation but the food was really good. probably one of the best fillet mignon i ever had. i had high expectations but they delivered. they even gave some free bag hanger...
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Gary Danko is one of the finest restaurants in San Francisco. It is not the place to go when you are on a diet. They have a prix fixe menu where you choose to order any 3, 4, or 5 courses (appetizer,...
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
my gluttonous self comes out for the following: prawn risotto, the salmon, the lamb and the lobster....just, wow.
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Dined on 7/6 9:30 reservationMy wife and I arrived at 9:15 are were seated immediately.First off, we selected GD based in large part to the favorable reviews on yelp. GD is not, in our opinion, all...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The best food and value for your money---hands down----for a restaurant that serves a "tasting menu". They let you pick 3, 4 or 5 items from the menu to create your own "tasting menu" and for a good...
yelp.com - user review - 07/03/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Oh boy, here comes review #979 for this over-rated and over-reviewed SF institution.Over the years, I've given this place 3 chances to W-O-W me and you know what, I give up. Call me the regression to...
yelp.com - user review - 07/02/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Damn, this marks the 975th review of Gary Danko? Clearly they're doing something right to keep folks satisfied and encouraged to go and yelp about the experience afterwards.My best SF girlfriends and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/30/2008
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Hands down one of the best dining experiences in SF. Prior reviewers proclaim there's "snooty" staff. We've been here 2x and have experienced nothing but the best of service. You have at least 5 staff members...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Service. Like secrets agents prowling every step of the President, the wait staff is attentive, in a good way. Returning from a break to the wash room, my white table cloth napkin is folded. The...
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
GD is my favorite place. I love this place. I waited too long to return but having dined miserably and expensively at Koi Palace and Yoshi's SF recently, this was a marvelous meal. I want to be that...
yelp.com - user review - 06/28/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
i have a secret ... shhhh ... i got the insiders scoop ... GD is soon to open a cafe in north beach, near ghirardelli square ... so be on a look out folks! ***OH JESUS !! OHHHHH MANNNNNNNNN ......
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I gave up on fine dining for a while (waste of money), but Gary has pulled me back in! Absolutely delicious! I won't say I'm a food connoisseur, but this place was gooooood!!! Everything I ordered was...
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
the first time ate at GD was last year with couple friends, couple weeks ago for my moms birthday my brother and I flew her up to the bay and took her out to GD for her birthday dinner. It was a...
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Let me start by saying what a daunting task this review will be. I've been pondering what to say for nearly five months, but I still remember the experience like it was yesterday. That is partially...
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Outstanding food and service! We walked in without reservations and ate at the bar. The bar can accomodate ~5 couples for dinner and appears to be typical eating venue. Everyone at the bar on a...
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My favorite fancy schmancy restaurant in the city! The food and service are always top notch. My girls took me here for my birthday and we had the best time. Great atmosphere, delicious food and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Fantastic experience. The service was very attentive without being overbearing and the food was fabulous.
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
With nearly 1000 reviews, what hasn't been said about this place? Regardless, I'll contribute my experiences that is 9 visits to date. The food is delicious, the service is spectacular and when you...
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Expensive, yes, but wow this place is amazing. The service was efficient, warm, and informative without being snobby. As for the food, it was terrific. I did the 4 course pris fixe dinner. The prawn...
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Service and ambiance were top notch. Price was not bad for how many courses you get. However, the food was hit and miss. My girlfriend and I each got 5 courses.1st courses: Foie Gras: very generous...
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of my favorite restaurants. It has great food and great service. You have make reservations in advance but if you stop by early enough, you can easily get bar setting for dinner. The...
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
YUM! Their cheese cart is euphoric.
yelp.com - user review - 06/21/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yeah, this is dining at its finest -- and living half a block away doesn't help the pocketbook, I'm telling you.First of all, the service is exceptional -- this is the kind of place who when they ask...
yelp.com - user review - 06/21/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This was the best restaurant experience i've had in my 22 going on 23 years. Everything was perfection and then some. Every moment I spent in here was enjoyable. We went for my boyfriend and I's 3...
yelp.com - user review - 06/20/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My Favorite San Francisco Restaurant.Hands down this place wins. The food is un believable, the service even better and the small scale is perfect. I have dined here four times now and am always...
yelp.com - user review - 06/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is a little late but I came here in early April to celebrate an anniversary. I have nothing but good things to say about this restaurant, I loved every minute that I was there. The staff was...
yelp.com - user review - 06/19/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My girlfriend and I were very excited after trying for some time to get reservations. We're big time food lovers and I was primed for an exquisite experience. And while it was pretty good, it was far...
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
OMG...great service, fantastic food, beautiful ambience and booked the reservation w/o too much of a wait time (Book on a random weekday!) The waiters really knew their stuff and dressed up like MIB...
yelp.com - user review - 06/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Oh my lord...I think my stomach is too delicate for this place. As expected, the service was exceptional, the ambience exquisite, and the food rich as hell. I had the four-course set and couldn't...
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Awesome food. Loved every little bite. That is all.
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ahh... Gary Danko. I've had one of the best meals of my life here, and have gone back on several occasions. The 'best meal' was a booth for three with their famous mix-and-match multi-course meal,...
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'll just say that I was expecting perfection after hearing about this place for over a year now, but its definitely a very near perfect experience. The workers here are really awesome, super polite,...
yelp.com - user review - 06/06/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i've been coming to danko's for years and each time is an exciting experience. the people here are passionate about their food and are eager to share that with their patrons. there are no food snobs...
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Dining at Gary Danko is a sophisticated first-class experience. Not only is the food amazing in its taste, presentation, quality, and variety--every single one of the staff, from the maitre'd, to the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/04/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
what can i say...I can always count on gary danko for a great meal and experience. Ive been here three times (all for special events) and i have not be disappointed....just really really full! I love...
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I just started putting together my list of 10 favorite restaurants and knew that I needed Gary Danko's among them. No big surprise considering food critics and diners with far better palates and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2008
