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Benu San Francisco Reviews from The Last Year
An absolute experience, a must try.
Perfection on all points. Variety of different dishes where amazing and fun to see how creative, detailed and colorful the chef put into each dish that made our experience fun and tasteful.
This was a long overdue review, my boyfriend took me to
This was a long overdue review, my boyfriend took me to Benu for my birthday a few years ago, and it was one of the most amazing meals I have ever had. From the service to the food, everything was top notch. Walking in, the ambiance was a little simple but modern. Almost every dish I had was spectacular and I could not be disappointed. The XLB was probably the best XLB I have ever had. It would definitely be hard to top this experience.
TLDR: One of the most enjoyable eating experiences we've
TLDR: One of the most enjoyable eating experiences we've ever had! With these fine dining, 3 Michelin star places, there's a diminishing returns when it comes to food quality. I have come up with a theory, that a restaurant must do something else to justify the luxury prices they command. What they do is a little bit counter-intuitive, they invite a complete stranger to your (most likely) romantic dinner... your waiter. The quality of the wait staff, the friendliness, the knowledge, their charisma, is as important to the meal as the food itself. Benu has this in SPADES, from the friendly grizzled valet, to the friendly cool host, to the friendly professional wait staff. Everyone made us feel like a star... granted a star in our own small life... but for a brief 2 hour window, a star in their lives as well! We had the early dinner, starting at 5pm. We got there a bit early, as we were warned by text and email, that we should endeavor to be on time, as the dinner will be a languorous culinary journey, and it may impact the later diners. I love their attention to detail, even when making the reservation. Asking us about food allergies, special occasions, names of diners. It's obvious, but shows a lot of forethought. I thought I would just spend the $30 for valet, because we're already spending 10x as much on dinner. But to my surprise, there was PLENTY of street parking right outside Benu at that Saturday hour. We walked up, and before even going in, the valet greeted us with a smile, and instructed us on how to find the entrance. I was a bit surprised that he knew we were going to Benu, and I asked him about it, and with a twinkle in his eye, he just said he could tell ;-) The decor is very minimal, with a color scheme reminiscent of a Muji store. The restaurant is small, yet spacious, with only 10 tables. Each table sitting mostly 2 people, although there were a couple parties that had 2 tables squished together to make a party of 6-8. For just 10 tables, there seemed to be at least 2 wait staff per table, which may seem a bit overkill, but again... service is what sets apart one luxury restaurant from another. And it doesn't seem that each waiter is assigned 1 table. We met and encountered, I think, the entire wait staff during our time there. Every different course served by a different server. And there didn't seem to be any dedicated bus-boys. EVERYONE filled water, cleaned tables and swept away dishes... EVERYONE, including what I presume was the manager (only one dressed in a sharp blue suit) and the hostess. I also really enjoyed the simple gesture of addressing us by our names. It is a lovely touch, that made it personal. What can be said about the food? Excellent! As much as I want to, I am not going to dwell on all the dishes they presented. Unfortunately, Yelp has a word limit on reviews! But there were a LOT and nearly everything was delicious. We had seafood allergies, so they didn't include any. However, I kinda wished they used some kind of substitute instead of just removing the ingredient. One of the waiters (inadvertently?) let slip that there was supposed to be shrimp on one of our dishes. However, the chefs didn't replace the protein, choosing instead to just remove the shellfish and still serve the rest. Don't get me wrong, the salsa thing was still delicious, but... I felt like we weren't getting the bang for our buck. I think the highest compliment I can give is that despite my universal hate for mushrooms and eggplant, I still ate them and LOVED them. Granted, there was some kind of mushroom in 75% of the plates, so I felt like I HAD to eat them. But anyway, I'm still glad I did. They were delicious. I'm sure this is just a one-time thing, and I will now go back to avoiding mushrooms again. For the best wife ever's birthday, they gave her this delicate filigree box. It generally seems a bit scary... but they assured us nothing will pop out. She wound the box, which played a small delicate music-boxish birthday song. The bit-disappointing part was after the song played, the server came over to raise the box, revealing the beautifully crafted birthday cake. I think they could find SOME way for the box to automatically unfold, after the song is finished, to reveal the cake. I think THAT would be SUPER impressive! We laughed a bit at the absurdity of the whole thing. We really got to know some of our servers. It made the meal WAYY more enjoyable and memorable. I wish I had the foresight to ask for their names, but I won't forget the 2 Singaporean wait staff, and the Black waiter with the wry grin on his face every time I tried to guess what it is. Even saying goodbye was super special. The waiter who first greeted us, led us ALL the way to the front door, opened it and walked out with us to the small courtyard, all while expressing his effusive thanks and goodbyes. And the same valet came up, with that same twinkle, and wished us a safe journey home.
Had an amazing night at Benu.
Impeccable service and unforgettable dishes. And this is after an immediate visit to Single Thread Farm - yes, I love Benu more! There were many standouts for me and also really appreciate the simplicity in approach to food - they tasted amazing and no need for special added presentation and stories. As an Asian food lover, I also really appreciated the representation of many different Asian flavors. All well prepared.
Benu is a three Michelin star restaurant with a minimalist
Benu is a three Michelin star restaurant with a minimalist interior which felt spacious. I really enjoyed how much distance there were between tables for many Michelin restaurants have felt not as intimate. It's very unfortunate but the flavors of some dishes were a bit underwhelming for my palate. In contrast, the service was impeccable as expected and we were consistently checked up on. Mussel- this dish had beautiful layers and I adored the abstract design. Flavor-wise, I enjoyed the briny flavor of the mussel but did not care much for the flavors within the mussel. Century egg- highlight of the night for me. The egg was delectable and was encased in a delicate sauce that highlighted the egg. Beef rib braised with pear over charcoal eggplant- the beef was cooked to perfection and was succulent. I enjoyed how the truffles were earthy but did not take away from the flavors of the sweet pear sauce. Sardines- I personally do not enjoy sardines and couldn't get past the intense oceanic taste. Rice, seaweed, geoduck - the rice was delicious but felt that the presentation and the flavors were a bit basic. Nothing really peaked my interest during this portion of the meal. Acorn pancake with iberico ham and truffles - the acorn pancake was too soft and the iberico ham and truffle flavor was overtaken by the pancake. Maybe I went on an off season or I had too high of an expectation for this establishment, but it was not worth it for the price point.
Really, truly exceptional.
Everything is so dialed in here - the food is executed so perfectly, the service is very attentive and perceptive while not overbearing in the least. The beginning courses are highlight after highlight, and it continues throughout. Insane, technically flawless meal, great flavors, interesting dishes, beautiful plating. Definite 3 star, easily one of if not the best I've had in the US and competitive with the big ones overseas.
We went earlier this month.
Food: It's world-class and absolutely lives up to the 3 stars. Everything from start to finish was superbly creative and delicious. That consistency is what sets Benu apart. Other restaurants can be hit or miss depending on the dish. I've personally noticed a trend of appetizers and dessert being great while the main courses can be lacking. Not the case at Benu. I really enjoyed everything. The kitchen showed off a mastery of flavors. Some were so subtle and delicate, while others packed the right punch at the right time. Service: Throughout the meal, Cindy (I hope I spelled that right) took such great care of us. She was so wonderful, friendly, and down to earth. She made us feel right at home. The food was already phenomenal, and she went above and beyond to make our experience at Benu even better. Cindy is a treasure. Ambiance: Cozy little location. You can see the kitchen walking in off the street. The courtyard in the front is picturesque. The dining room itself is a little simple, in my opinion, but the real show is on the plate, so it's no big deal. One small gripe is that I thought the pacing of the meal was...not perfect. I tend to eat slower than my wife, but at a few points, I felt like I needed to hurry up a bit to not keep the next course waiting. Overall, an easy recommendation here. As soon we left, I knew I wanted to come back soon. Benu is 100% worth the price of admission.
We went here for our 31st anniversary dinner.
We took the 530 seating. It was a crisp San Francisco May evening and the inside of the restaurant was inviting. The staff welcomed us right away and had a very friendly, yet professional vibe. The service here is impeccable. We had pre-submitted our allergy needs and also that it was our anniversary. They got everything perfectly right and did it with subtlety and grace. There was no feeling that any of the food was anything less than outstanding even given some allergy limitations. We did the wine pairing for two. Unwisely we had a glass of wine or two before we even started dinner from a local hotel. This was too much wine. Each pour of the tasting is fairly small, but there's at least eight or nine pours so it adds up quick I do recommend the wine pairing as there were some really interesting things they came up with. If I were to do it again, I would split the wine pairing with my wife, but then also get or bring either a half bottle or full bottle of champagne to share. Of course this place is expensive, but it's really stunning food. I guarantee you will not leave hungry and I am a big eater. The three hour dinner flew by as it was one course after another. Each one had something interesting and delicious about it.
3-star yes - but no glow
Is Benu a 3-star restaurant? For creativity, intelligence, dedication, flavours and sheer brilliance of the individual dishes, the answer is yes. But I walked away feeling somewhat empty. Reflecting on it, I think the dishes were individually brilliant but as a whole, it did not convey a sense of a journey or a story. Modern Cali-Korean food is fine but where is it going? And the service is not consistent and it was akin to a bistro service. For the sort of cash Benu is asking for, the front of house needs to be improved significantly. If this restaurant was in France, it would have lost 2 stars for the patchy service.
If you're planning a special night out in San Francisco,
If you're planning a special night out in San Francisco, you absolutely must visit Benu. It's not just a meal; it's a full-blown culinary adventure. The place has a minimalist vibe that's both elegant and welcoming--perfect for losing yourself in a parade of incredible dishes. The service here is exactly what you'd hope for in a Michelin-starred restaurant--attentive, warm, and genuinely friendly. They made our family dinner feel really special, cracking jokes and keeping everyone smiling throughout the evening. About the food--where do I even start? It's an endless array of beautifully presented courses, each bursting with flavor. The standout for me was surprisingly simple: the bread and honey butter. It's amazing how something so basic can be so memorable. I'm a total sucker for good bread, and Benu's was unforgettable. Plan on spending a good three hours here to really enjoy everything. The cute outdoor area with traditional Korean clay pots adds a lovely touch to the dining experience. Yes, it's a splurge, but trust me, it's worth every penny for such an exquisite experience. I'd recommend Benu in a heartbeat and am already looking forward to my next visit.
Absolutely fabulous meal from start to finish.
I went alone during the week - it was not hard to find a reservation for a 3 Michelin star restaurant. I felt like I was watched carefully and well taken care of by the staff from the moment I walked in to the moment I got into my Uber. The food was never ending and each bite covered a different part of a whole culinary experience with my tastebuds. Not sure if that made sense, but it was one of the most unique meals and experiences I've ever had in my life. Yes - it's expensive - but, if you are able to afford it, it is definitely worth 3 hours of your life. Going alone made me enjoy & savor the food more, but it is a nice experience to share with someone else
Finally made it to Benu for Valentine's Day dinner and it
Finally made it to Benu for Valentine's Day dinner and it leaves up to the price tag, hype and 3 Michelin star rating. The outside is full of traditional Korean onggi jars and is a super beautiful garden area. The entrance is very unassuming - Ive walked by it several times without realizing that it was Benu! A very understated exterior but once you walk in, it's really serene and beautiful. I will say the inside of the actual restaurant itself is okay - I think the decor and tables and seating could use some updating. The carpet on the floor makes it nice for walking in heels haha but does give it a more dated vibe. The food was EXTRAORDINARY - I've been to a few 3 Michelin star restaurants but this was my favorite so far. A close second is Chef's Table at Brooklyn Fare but at Benu there were twists and takes on food that I had never seen before and the flavors and seasoning were SPOT ON. Don't let the menu fool you - there were about 8 courses that came out before we started on the first item on the menu. They also have the best non-alcoholic drink I've ever had - it's called winter melon sugar and it's just the most amazing thing ever. Make sure to get this and try it!! My husband had the wine pairing and to be honest, it was pretty disappointing. I would skip that and just order your favorites as they have quite an extensive list. I would definitely recommend this place for a special occasion - you won't be disappointed! There's valet parking but also lots of street parking nearby.
Even for SF, this place is expensive.
I came here on a Thursday night with a reservation for 8 people to take my clients out after Dreamforce. Between the dinner and 3 bottles of wine, the bill ended up being ~$5000 dollars (this was with 20% gratuity included). The quality, aesthetics/presentation, and taste were all great as you would expect from a 3-Michelin Star restaurant, but I wasn't crazy about the selection of dishes that were part of the set menu.
I would call this an amazing experience! The food, the
I would call this an amazing experience! The food, the service and the ambience were all just great. The meal lasted approximately 3 1/2 hours. i've really don't know how to explain it besides that. It was really phenomenal.
Wow! What an amazing experience for a special occasion! We
Wow! What an amazing experience for a special occasion! We came for a belated Valentine's Day dinner on a Thursday night and loved every moment. The minute you walk into the secluded courtyard that leads to the front entrance you see the traditional Korean clay jars out front which they use for pickling and kimchis. The exterior is lovely it feels like you're transported to Korea. Inside, we were greeted warmly and taken to our table which felt like we were in a modern art museums with large portraits on the wall. The tasting menu start with small delicacies then larger plates meant to be eaten with rice and accompaniments ending with 2 dessert courses. The small delicacies ended up being 7 smaller bites and all-in-all we were definitely stuff after the meal despite the menu being a bit shorter than other 3 start experiences we've had. Some highlights were: - Japchae stuffed mussel: the mussel was gorgeous stuffed with slivers of vegetables and glass noodles inside. It was beautifully flavored and the perfect bite. - Uni with beef tartare and crab butter: a staple of omakases, this one reminded me of Singaporean kueh pie tee, delicious with sweet uni and full of umami - Barbecued quail: served with house xo sauce and a black truffle cream with a truffle steamed bun. The quail was very tender with a nice smoky flavor that reminded me of Chinese smoked duck. The steamed bun was absolutely delicious with pork lard inside to give it savoriness. Paired with the xo and black truffle sauce, this may have been my favorite course. We loved the majority of the dishes - there were some where we've eaten the dish many times before (soup dumpling, spicy fried frog legs) and it didn't feel as special at Benu but they were all done very well that we appreciated the preparation. Service was definitely a highlight as well. We had plenty of questions and the service staff did their best to answer and went to confirm with the chefs when they didn't know something. We also asked to see the kitchen and were pleasantly surprised when our server said that Chef Corey Lee happened to be there that night and we were able to meet him at the end of our meal and got a picture together. What a great momento from the dinner!
Service was great, waiters are all friendly and pay
Service was great, waiters are all friendly and pay attention to everyone. BEST BBQ QUAL I ever had in my life. Flavors were all yummy but I put 4stars only because the flavors are very similar and basic, tasted literally like my moms food. Felt like my mom was back there cooking it. Lol. Which I guess is pretty damn good! Haha. I was just used to the flavors so it didn't really excite me as much.
This one is the worst so far.
The food was creative but not to the three star level, the service was awful, you have to wave to get the waiters attention to add water or change plates for you. What's more horrifying is I got possible food poisoning, spent the whole day next day in restrooms'! It was a total nightmare, will file a complain to department of health!
Food service ambiance all of them are perfect Only thing I
Food service ambiance all of them are perfect Only thing I can think of from my personal point is server was keep changing when they deliver food so didn't know who is our server but there was enough people out there to help us
I LOVED the ambience here and would come back here just for
I LOVED the ambience here and would come back here just for their sikhye. the food and service is spectacular as would expect from a 3 michelin star restaurant. but wow that sikhye tho....I want a lifetime supply of that.
A Yelp rating doesn't do Benu any justice.
Dining here was hands down the best dining experience of my life. Went here with five good friends (who are quite the fine dining foodies themselves) and all agreed it was an unparalleled adventure from beginning to end. Easily the most expensive meal I ever had, but worth every cent. We had the most innovative dishes I've seen paired with the best selection of sake and wine available. Because I have family related to Chef "Jo" (who is no longer there), we were able to take a mini tour of the kitchen and take a photo as well. What Corey Lee and company have done to elevate Asian cuisine is nothing short of amazing. Wish Yelp would allow me to upload more than 10 pics tho. But I guess even then, words and images simply cannot capture the memories that were made.
Delicious dinner for a special occasion.
Before entering, the outdoors of the restaurant has fish drying on a rack, soy sauce fermenting, and blocks of soybeans hanging from the roof. Very calming ambiance. Standout items: 1) carefully crafted glass noodles in mussel - beautiful to look at 2) thinly sliced abalone - i've had thick abalone but this texture and treatment with the acidic sauce was so satisfying. if you like mochi or chewy food, benu will be heaven 3) desserts were my favorite course - the pear and yuja sorbets were excellent. creamy with a strong fruit flavor. Just okay - the quality of the food is evident, but not to my palette: 1) XLB - not too different from your standard soup dumpling. but the soup is the perfect temperature to sip. no burning your tongue. 2) yuba course - yuba is tofu skin. this dish also had a bunch of caviar, but i found this course pretty mild in flavor. Tips: 1) The tea is complimentary. I had to ask to see the tea menu (otherwise you'd have to wait until the dessert course but as a non-drinker, I wish I had their barley tea to accompany all their courses :) ) 2) The servers will tell you that the main entrees (quail and beef) are not recommended to be shared, but everyone in my party ordered the quail and even though it was delicious, we would've preferred variety over more of the same. If you go with a partner or close friend, sharing would definitely be okay imo!
Best of the best
This is the, not one of, but the finest restaurant in the country. It's every bit as creative as a 3 star restaurant in France. Corey Lee's melding of local ingredients with Asian fusion sauces, marinades and soups are so brilliant. It is costly as one would expect a 3 star Michelin to be, but worth it. The service is perfect, attentive without being cloying. I cannot recommend it more highly. We've lived in France many times, and I feel that we're blessed to have such a treasure locally.
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Great Service - amazing dinner!!
Read about the site in NYT and bought a reservation at Mother Wolf in LA 2 days later. Worked great and the food was amazing!!!
Worked perfectly!
Got the reservation (that I couldn't get anywhere else) and was able to entertain a group of friends at the infamous Bern's Steakhouse.
Got into Nobu Malibu
Wonderful! My parents are visiting and we have wanted to go to Nobu Malibu for years. I tried getting a reservation myself but it was next to impossible. So glad I was able to buy a reservation on appointment trader for a decent price!
Very easy
Was very hesitant going into this experience but am glad to say that it worked out very well ! will definitely use appointment trader in the future
Fabulous Lunch
I was veeeeeerry skeptical that this would work, particularly at a restaurant as hard to get into as Nobu Malibu, and it was perfect! We had lunch outside on the patio and it was fabulous!
Great reviewer team
Just wanted to take a second to shout out the reviewer team. Even though they probably review hundreds of listings and bids a day, they still take the time to leave great comments and respond relatively quickly. Thanks!
Incredible
I got a reservation to Don Angie, which I've been trying to book for weeks! I am very happy with this service.
Best platform out there!
Super simple, easy, and fast to secure reservations for hard-to-get restaurants and locations!
This app is life changing
This app has opened my world up to so many wonderful new experiences I would never have the chance to have without access to this awesome app! 10/10!
Worked perfectly
Was a little nervous at first but was pleased to see that the booking went through flawlessly.
Highly recommended.
Success on Short Notice
Was able to snag an indoor table at Don Angie through an absolutely seamless worry-free process.
Worked perfectly, thank you!
This is a crazy holiday season in NYC and I was very pleasantly surprised to see that AppointmentTrader works! Will be using again!
Worked flawlessly!
Worked so well! I was a bit nervous, but everything went very smoothly. purchased the reservation, and got into the restaurant seamlessly.
Love this app!
So glad I came across this app :)
Quick table in Miami
I didn’t have my hopes high as it was a party of 4. In 24 hours I had a carbone reservation available! I was very happy as my family really wanted to come here
Prime time, great meal
So easy and had a prime time which I can never seem to get on normal res apps. So worth it
Got impossible NYC res
instead of waiting weeks I got my 4 charles reservation instantly
Worked perfectly to get into Carbone. So delighted
perfect
Worked well, got me into a restaurant with no availability
I was skeptical, and I still don't really know how they managed to find this hard-to-find reservation, but it was a win-win from my point of view, and I'll use this service again.
Last minute reservation for Delilah Las Vegas
Got a last minute reservation, dinner for 2 at Delilah Las Vegas: super impressed! The process was simple, transaction seamless. We had an amazing time! Couldn’t be happier! 😍
It works!
Ok at this point I've attended a reservation purchased on AT by a friend and sold a reservation personally. Both worked pretty smoothly, nothing sketchy about it. A few areas for improvement including a way to more directly communicate between buyers and sellers, but the app always seems to be in development. AT customer support is really(!) responsive and helpful too if you have questions!
Money transfer
As a seller, I like the fact i have the ability now to transfer money out of my AT account and into a bank account. Makes getting the money much easier then the process before.
Love this app
Got to go to places otherwise unreachable
Easy Access
Very easy to get into one of the hardest restaurants to reserve in New York.
Payouts Blocked Because of Sell Through Rate
Does anyone know how AT plans to handle cases where a seller is quitting the platform but has a sell through rate <25%? The error message I got said to fill more bids or find other ways to increase the rate.
Is AT really going to block sellers from withdrawing their money? Especially revenue made before the sell through rate was introduced??
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Transferring reservations is not supported in AT. Why not just use the name in the AT screenshot?
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Same goes for 4 Charles and I Sodi
Prepaid Reservation Fee
Agreed. Ultimately not addressing this month after month is clearly resulting in a drop in certain venue’s rankings & sales.
Congrats on 3 mil
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Hey @EvocativeFold67, welcome
to appointmenttrader! Once the reservation is in your portfolio, you definitely own the timeslot, the review team would not have approved the trade if the reservation wasn't confirmed - so you are going :-) Judging from your post you bid today and are going tomorrow - don't worry as long as you initiated the name transfer, you are good - the transfer service has to work with the opening hours of the reservation team of the respective venue. You will likely see the transfer confirmation a couple hours before your reservation time.
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Hey @FluffyStar64, thanks for the question! When you place your bid the amount gets transferred in a deposit account, the second you either cancel your bid or a few minutes after the bid expires the funds are moved back into your main account from where you can refund it to your payment method or use for other transactions.
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