Key facts
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Meal Type
Dinner
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Best for
Fine dining, Celebration
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Key selling point
Corey Lee's culinary masterpiece
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Awards
Michelin
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Dietary requirements
Pescatarian
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Special Features
Tasting menu, Wine pairing, Interesting wine list, Private dining rooms
The Restaurant
Benu, an oasis of culinary precision in San Francisco's SoMa district, presents a singular dining experience reflecting chef Corey Lee's relentless pursuit of perfection. Since opening its doors in 2010, Benu has earned three Michelin stars, a testament to its exceptional cuisine and innovative approach. The restaurant's design is minimalist, almost stark, creating a serene atmosphere. The experience begins with a series of highly technical small bites, rivaling some of the country's most ambitious tasting menus. Lee's cooking reflects a marriage between contemporary Asian influences and modern techniques. Dishes such as the faux-shark's fin and xiao long bao have become classics, while barbecued quail with house-made XO sauce and an elevated take on traditional Korean beef barbecue showcase Lee's distinct culinary personality. Benu offers a fixed tasting menu each evening, featuring a wide variety of seafood and vegetables, a few meat courses, and some sweets.
Facilities & Services
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Valet Parking
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Wheelchair access
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Booking essential
Restaurant details
San Francisco, United States
- MondayClosed
- Tuesday5:30 – 7:30 PM
- Wednesday5:30 – 7:30 PM
- Thursday5:00 – 8:30 PM
- Friday5:00 – 8:30 PM
- Saturday5:00 – 8:30 PM
- SundayClosed
Facilities & Services
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Valet Parking
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Wheelchair access
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Booking essential
