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1. AE

   AEWong

   San Francisco

   7 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   7 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Celebrated my sister’s birthday with my siblings and we all enjoyed so much! The decor and tableware are tastefully selected! Lovely meal, fabulous services, happy wine pairing and pct is a must order cocktail to start! Appetizing and clean! Can’t wait to go back

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   AlexM

   San Francisco

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 3 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience4

   Hidden gem. 12 or so tables. Wonderful pallet journey. We went in late @ 9:30 pm. I suggest making the reservation for earlier time.

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   adamw

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 3 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience3

   We had snail caviar! Didn’t know you could do that! Outstanding and inventive tasting menu, everything was tasty and inspired wonder.

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   GoodFoodFinder

   San Francisco

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 3 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Attentive service. Friendly staff. Executive Chef Kim made a wonderful 5 course dining selection to enjoy. Recommended

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   Alexander

   Austria

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined 4 days ago

   overall3food4service3ambience4

   Food, Ideas and Concept was good but it was kind of a hurry - one plate after the other, no breaktimes - 2 times i couldnt finish my plate before next was coming! We begin dinner at 8pm and end at 10pm so we spent there 2 hours what is very very short for a 600 bucks dinner! Right behind us they close the doors… service charge is added automatically !

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   HenryC

   San Francisco

   7 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   7 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Excellent attention to detail in the meal, wine pairings, service and atmosphere. Highly recommended!’

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   JesseC

   Los Angeles

   5 reviews

   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined on May 5, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Magical Delicious Beautiful Thoughtful in every aspect

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   GreggR

   San Francisco

   1 review

   vip
   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on May 4, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Amazing meal with service to match! Loved this place and would recommend to anyone who is looking for a special dinner.

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9. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   San Francisco

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on May 4, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Wonderful food in a calm and pleasant space. Highly recommend

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    RichardW

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 1, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    We really like the quality of the food and the friendly services. We have booked the next reservation already.

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    Joan

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    When do you feel welcome? Our bodies and our souls are nourished when we eat together with those we love and when the food we eat is nutritious and has been made with love. Such is the experience of Nightbird. Sharing conversation and enjoying the kind and generous staff and calm surroundings of the dining experience is a sacrament that is rare today. If you need to slow down and take time for good food and friends, then this is your place.

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12. KW

    KatherineW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Such a fun experience. Extremely considerate and attentive staff. I appreciate the call beforehand asking about dietary restrictions and if we had an event to get to afterwards, they folded my boyfriend's napkin when he hopped off to the restroom(!), they asked if we wanted to change the configuration of the plating so we could sit together (we declined, but that was so thoughtful), just friendly overall. The food was fantastic. It was a tasting menu, but unlike the stereotypical jokes/complaints of "tiny plates, too expensive, not enough food," I thought the overall experience, taste, textures, and amount were all worth the high price (though I can see how people who need huge American portions would disagree with me). I may have blurted out that I loved the head chef when she dropped off little boxed cakes at the very end. :) Oh, the bathroom was super nice too.

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    foodbrat

    Las Vegas

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4

    it was quite lovely, but there was a chicken dish that was extremely salty, and the filet was tender, but not especially flavorful. the fish and shellfish dishes were much more successful. and the broth was also much too salty and quite sweet.

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    AmberK

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 14, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Amazing food and ambiance. Definitely an experience!

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    Omnidiner

    San Francisco

    35 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on April 13, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4

    Every single item (about 18 altogether if you count small bites and breads) was very good, artful, and full of unusual ingredients, from buddha's hand (delicious) to snail caviar (meh), without quite being extraordinary (I guess I'm spoiled by Lazy Bear, but at least Nightbird isn't *that* expensive). Great place for a fine, reliably beautiful and intriguing meal with great service and a quiet, subdued vibe.

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    emmy5881

    Portland

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on April 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Wow. The food was incredible, presentation was beautiful, wine pairings were just lovely. Service was equally as incredible and all of the wait staff were lovely and friendly and seemed to enjoy what they were doing. Cannot recommend enough for a special dinner out.

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    LillianL

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience4

    Great food in a beautiful setting!

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18. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Excellent services. Food was very good. I like that they have a separate area for the bar where you can have a different theme while enjoying the per-dining drinks before the table is ready.

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    MikeR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Outstanding meal and service. From our first foot in the door we were cared for. Cocktails at the Linden Room were fantastic. Bev paring was outstanding. Chef Kim's menu left us speechless at many points. Flawless execution. Imaginative dishes. A full circle experience.

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    Foodie94611

    San Francisco

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience3

    Excellent, varied and creative food on a fixed tasting menu. Pleasant and helpful waiters. Small place - appears to seat around 25. Expensive but not unreasonable considering what's offered and the costs of running such a small restaurant. Only downside is that it is VERY dark - I needed to use my pocket flashlight to read the menu and see what the food looked like (and sometimes to find it on the plate). (Bring yours.) It is a reasonable walk from the civic center (opera house, symphony hall), which makes a good combination evening. Dinner took 3 hours. Tables are (currently) socially distanced.

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    ScottE

    San Francisco

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on March 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    My husband and I went to Nightbird for our wedding anniversary. It was our first time at the restaurant. I am vegetarian and he is not. Our table was ready on our arrival, and every aspect of the meal was picture-perfect. The staff was terrific--friendly without be intrusive. The food likewise was great, with every course being delicious. We both had cocktails, which were excellently crafted, and my husband had wine as well (I snuck a sip, and it was perfectly with our meal). If it sounds like we loved our experience here, we did. Was it pricey? Yes. Would we do this on a regular basis? No. But did we get a wonderful dinner experience? Absolutely. There was not a single bad note in the symphony that was our dinner. We will likely return again in the future.

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    Diana

    San Francisco

    46 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    46 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2022

    overall4food5service4ambience4

    Food was spectacular, especially the scallops, beef and wine!

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    Wensull

    San Francisco

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Exquisite and expensive. Food was top notch, service was top notch as well. A place to linger and savor each and every dish - though trying to rush through before a performance was perhaps not the wisest idea, as we didnt

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    JenniferR

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Phenomenal in every way. Excellent attention to detail across the board.

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    CarmenF

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The food was all delicious as well as lovely to look at. Each course was timed perfectly. The wine tasting was well chosen and sufficient for each course. The service was friendly, but not overly so. They thoughtfully waited for our conversations to pause before approaching. Although it was indoor dining, we felt safe and comfortable with the seating arrangements. I would enthusiastically recommend Nightbird to anyone who wants a delightful, delicious dining experience.

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26. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    vip
    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 5, 2022

    overall2food1service5ambience3

    The courses appear to be pretty similar to the tasting menu at Birdsong. I’m not sure if they are from the same company or what but I do think Birdsong is better. To be honest, I was not impressed by any of the courses at Nightbird aside from the chocolate cake as the last dessert. I don’t think it is worth the money at all and I do not recommend this.

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    AzalinaE

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 5, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Spectacular and we were so full . Food was dreamy and unforgettable. Think you Nightbird ! Can’t wait to be back soon ❤️❤️❤️

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28. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 5, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We have gone to Nightbird many times pre pandemic. We are SO happy it is back and functioning at the high level we expect. Definitely our Fave place for a nice meal

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    hotdoggiem

    San Francisco

    49 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    49 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience3

    The food really is spectacular. So are the prices -- check out the website first before you go, and then decide if it's for you. At first you may giggle or even laugh, as we did at some of the tiny portions. However by the end of the meal we were pleasantly full. We did not do the wine pairing but ordered by the glass. Be aware that they do NOT do what might be called a "generous pour". We did see one couple order one wine pairing for the two of them, and they shared each glass as they came. I'm pretty sure we will go back again, and when we do we will probably try that same thing. One problem is that our waiter had a slight accent, and that combined with the mask he was wearing made it very hard to understand the complex descriptions of the dishes as they were served. Ask for one of the small, printed menus so you can consult it as you eat. (At one point, another waiter, and African-American woman came over to our table to answer a question. She came through audible and clear, easy to understand.) Overall, it was a wonderful, special occasion restaurant.

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30. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 3, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Simply Tops :). The 277 day dry-aged beef is ridiculously delicious!

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    ReginaG

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 3, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Really great food, and the staff was knowledgeable and engaging. Pricey, but good for an occasion or splurge with friends.

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32. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 2, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Just wonderful. Exactly what we needed after two years of isolation.

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    Watsie69

    San Francisco

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on March 2, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    This restaurant is a hidden gem for foodies. Extraordinary thought and care goes into the tasting menu making it a true culinary experience. Every bite was incredible and the wine pairing was perfect.

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34. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 27, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4

    It’s a good restaurant but for $150 wine pairing you barely got more than 1.5 glasses of wine. The food was delicious but very small portions except the bread which was two bread courses. The meal in total was $900 for two people which for that price it left me disappointed as there are many other Michelin star places that offer better value and a quieter more romantic atmosphere. That being said the food was excellent. I enjoyed especially the “reflections” small bites after a course that were related to what you just ate. Also wonderful plates and presentation.

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    prc07

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Everything was perfection

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    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    This is the most amazing restaurant in the US. The service was superb, the food was an adventure that delighted my tastebuds every step of the way, and truly is Michelin star worthy.

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37. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Awesome!!!!

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    TeeQ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Truly an experience ! What an amazing dinner. It's the small things ♥️ Great Staff, Great Food, Well put together.

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    davidl

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The set menu was great. This is our first time here .. we really enjoy our experience. Everyone was very helpful to make our dinner perfect

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40. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 12, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Returning customer because of the amazing food and wonderful staff! Highly recommend!

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