TL;DR: Worth the visit, unique flavor profiles and pairings! Exceptional service. I celebrated my anniversary here and they did not disappoint! As soon as we got seated, there was a note to acknowledge our anniversary and it was a warm welcome! As someone who is indecisive, I enjoyed the structure of the menu, first two dishes were included while you had options to choose from for the next three courses. We had complementary Japanese milk bread to start and it was probably the best bread I've ever had! The cultured butter and warm bread make such a cravable combo! The second dishes were light and refreshing! The cured hiramasa had the perfect touch of spice from the Fresno vinaigrette and the Asian pear cut through ever so slightly making it a delicate pairing with the fish. The beet tartare has good texture with the horseradish foam and crunch from the pine nuts. Second course, the celery root ravioli was different and had a light herbaceous note that made the dish not too heavy like other pasta dishes. We added the supplemental agnolotti and they did not skimp out in the truffles. We're not usually fans of truffle but it was not overpowering and complemented in flavor and texture. Third course, we had all three dishes! Seared black cod and the A5 wagyu melted in your mouth, we didn't even need the knife to cut through. The sauces in both dishes cut through the fattiness and paired well with the decadent taste of both the fish and meat. The Sakura pork had a good chew and smokiness from the breakfast sausage was unexpected but made for a desirable pairing. Fifth and final course, we opted to try both desserts! The profiles of both sweet dishes were different but worth the try. The spiced chocolate had subtle ginger notes while having a good crunch complemented by the meringue. Spring forward definitely gave the feeling of spring with light and airy flavors of nutty coconut and green herb granita! All in all, I'd revisit to try out the revolving menus, the chefs really put time and thought in the courses and left me intrigued for what's coming up next. Service was kind, informative, and attentive. Our waters were always filled, dishes bussed, and table was marked all at appropriate times. Thank you again 7 Adam's team!
Mari G.
Food: sashimi course and beet appetizer were okay, main course pork was dry and cod was tasteless. My husband had the chocolate dessert and liked it, I had to rubah dessert and it wasn't good at all. Service and ambiance are great.
Samantha T.
Absolutely AMAZING! One of the best dinning experiences and food we have had in the city. The flavors are unmatched, the staff was incredible and I have no doubt they are on the road to a star. Well worth the wait to get a reservation here and a very reasonably priced tasting menu. Love a restaurant where you aren't overwhelmed by the options. Pro-tip- if you're dining w a partner, get the opposite choices and share. EVERY bite you don't want to miss out on!!
Ann-Marie Taylor
Absolutely delicious food and wonderful atmosphere. We sat in the patio and it was warm and bright. The wine by the glass was outstanding.
The food , the service and the ambiance was perfect. This gem of a place opened in November 2023 and is already up for a Michelin star. They have a fixed seasonal 5 course menu which is epic and unique under $100. They serve wine by the glass and a good eclectic collection. The owners are chef David Fisher and Serena Fisher Chow are a lovely down to earth couple who are on site and hands on. I even got treated to their specialty ice cream made in house since it was my birthday celebration. Get on the list for a table here ASAP!
Cameron Ysidron
One of the most enjoyable dining experiences I've ever had. Not only was the food widely varied and incredibly interesting - the chefs and staff were awesome and so much fun to banter with. It's well worth the visit.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Eric Perret
Went with a group of 7 people and they accommodated us really well in the back patio. Lots of heat lamps. The music was quiet enough that I could have a good conversation. The menu is preset with a few options to pick from. Really well made and tasting food. The only reason it didn't get a 5 star rating is because I was still hungry after the meal was over. The service was good.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Guillermo Kalen
Great experience, fantastic food, and personal service. We celebrated me and my partners birthdays with our in laws and everyone left super happy.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jane Khoury
7 Adams was a culinary experience.The staff were attentive and gave us room to enjoy our dishes.The ambiance had a quant feel.The meal was perfectly prepared.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Charlotte I.
I was a big fan of Marlena, so I was super excited to check out their new restaurant 7 Adams for a birthday dinner. The reservation wasn't too hard to get and overall the whole place and vibe felt a lot like Marlena. The servers are attentive and helpful. My absolute favorite thing is their milk bread and cultured butter. It's still incredible! I always order seconds. The course menu was hit or miss. I loved the Hokkaido scallop and the winter squash veloute soup was simple but tasty. But the pastas were mediocre -- ravioli was a bit overdone on the edges and the cavatelli wasn't anything special. The proteins in both of the mains were really good -- very tender -- but the sauces were a bit of a miss. The sauce for the wagyu was delicious but overwhelmed the flavor of the meat and the pork felt under sauced. The Yukon potato terrine side was too salty. The desserts were both good though; I particularly liked their seasonal citrus one. Overall, there's a lot of potential here but I wasn't awestruck!
A mixed bag of good, mediocre and disappointing dishes. Service good albeit a little rushed. Ambiance ok. Was excited about trying this restaurant and hoping this could be a regular option, but unfortunately underwhelmed.
Sean S.
What an absolutely fantastic dining experience. As a fan of Marlena I was gutted when it had its seemingly out-of-the-blue shuttering last summer. I am extremely happy to say 7 Adams lives up to the high expectations set by Marlena and in some ways, exceeds them. 7 Adams occupies a space that needs occupying, and is sadly in this space seemingly alone - an elevated dining experience that doesn't shatter the bank account. Five courses that take willing non-picky eaters on a journey that is elegant yet satisfying; full of textures and flavors that will leave you curious and wanting more. On this most recent visit my date and I enjoyed everything that was rolled out, beginning with the bread and butter which is truly a highlight worthy of a trip on its own. The celery root ravioli was tender and melt-in-your-mouth delicious while the seared black cod couldn't have been cooked to anymore level of perfection. I love 7 Adams and I will be back. If I had one small complaint, it's that on a bustling Saturday night it can get a bit packed, and with only one bathroom and as many tables as they rightfully try to book, the space feels a bit less comfortable than Marlena. That, however, is a worthy sacrifice to make of it means this amazing culinary couple gets to continue able to bring San Francisco this gem of a tasting menu.
Annalee Hagood-Earl
*Atmosphere is clean and intimate*Food was delish and in line with San Francisco fine dining standards*Our Server was lovely, she had a great attitude, was helpful, and decisive when asked for recommendationsAll in all it was a lovely birthday dinner (pricey at $900 for 4 people which included a lot of wine). I really enjoy a fixed menu but I also like to enjoy the atmosphere, take time, have a cup of tea at the end of the meal. Once the dessert was served the Maitre D decided that was when to drop the check on the table, and not say any think. He just ran past to the next task. Then about 10 minutes later when desserts were cleared and we were enjoying our tea and dessert wine he came to the table and said "Thank you for joining us tonight, our next seating is here." and then walked away. Like he needed us to leave immediately, we weren't even done with our meal which was coarsed at their pace since it was a prix fix. That comment could have been delivered in so many other ways that would have been appropriate. But the abrupt and almost rude nature halted our lovely conversation, suddenly made us feel like we were being watched (he passed the table about every 30 seconds not making eye contact) and ended such a lovely evening in a really sour way. For this alone I wouldn't go back. It's just too expensive to feel rushed.
Susan D
Some hit and misses. We love the ravioli and seared black cod. Cod was super tender and perfectly cooked. Appetizer is a miss for the cured hiramasa, strange flavor with spicy and yuzu combined, feel like would have been more refreshing if it was not spicy. Portion overall is pretty small, we felt hungry after full meal. Service seems rushed for two people, even though we are well within the allotted time.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Celery Root Ravioli
Michael Kwok
Had an amazing dining experience at 7 Adams with their "Chef's Counter" experience. Ever changing menu highlighting the best ingredients of the current (winter) season. Easily the best new fine dining experience we've had in a long time. Chefs David and Serena (as well as the entire staff) were friendly, inviting, and hospitable which put a bow on a wonderful night out.
TL;DR: Worth the visit, unique flavor profiles and pairings! Exceptional service. I celebrated my anniversary here and they did not disappoint! As soon as we got seated, there was a note to acknowledge our anniversary and it was a warm welcome! As someone who is indecisive, I enjoyed the structure of the menu, first two dishes were included while you had options to choose from for the next three courses. We had complementary Japanese milk bread to start and it was probably the best bread I've ever had! The cultured butter and warm bread make such a cravable combo! The second dishes were light and refreshing! The cured hiramasa had the perfect touch of spice from the Fresno vinaigrette and the Asian pear cut through ever so slightly making it a delicate pairing with the fish. The beet tartare has good texture with the horseradish foam and crunch from the pine nuts. Second course, the celery root ravioli was different and had a light herbaceous note that made the dish not too heavy like other pasta dishes. We added the supplemental agnolotti and they did not skimp out in the truffles. We're not usually fans of truffle but it was not overpowering and complemented in flavor and texture. Third course, we had all three dishes! Seared black cod and the A5 wagyu melted in your mouth, we didn't even need the knife to cut through. The sauces in both dishes cut through the fattiness and paired well with the decadent taste of both the fish and meat. The Sakura pork had a good chew and smokiness from the breakfast sausage was unexpected but made for a desirable pairing. Fifth and final course, we opted to try both desserts! The profiles of both sweet dishes were different but worth the try. The spiced chocolate had subtle ginger notes while having a good crunch complemented by the meringue. Spring forward definitely gave the feeling of spring with light and airy flavors of nutty coconut and green herb granita! All in all, I'd revisit to try out the revolving menus, the chefs really put time and thought in the courses and left me intrigued for what's coming up next. Service was kind, informative, and attentive. Our waters were always filled, dishes bussed, and table was marked all at appropriate times. Thank you again 7 Adam's team!
Food: sashimi course and beet appetizer were okay, main course pork was dry and cod was tasteless. My husband had the chocolate dessert and liked it, I had to rubah dessert and it wasn't good at all. Service and ambiance are great.
Absolutely AMAZING! One of the best dinning experiences and food we have had in the city. The flavors are unmatched, the staff was incredible and I have no doubt they are on the road to a star. Well worth the wait to get a reservation here and a very reasonably priced tasting menu. Love a restaurant where you aren't overwhelmed by the options. Pro-tip- if you're dining w a partner, get the opposite choices and share. EVERY bite you don't want to miss out on!!
Absolutely delicious food and wonderful atmosphere. We sat in the patio and it was warm and bright. The wine by the glass was outstanding.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Milk Bread, Smoked Ricotta Agnolotti, Cured Hiramasa
The food , the service and the ambiance was perfect. This gem of a place opened in November 2023 and is already up for a Michelin star. They have a fixed seasonal 5 course menu which is epic and unique under $100. They serve wine by the glass and a good eclectic collection. The owners are chef David Fisher and Serena Fisher Chow are a lovely down to earth couple who are on site and hands on. I even got treated to their specialty ice cream made in house since it was my birthday celebration. Get on the list for a table here ASAP!
One of the most enjoyable dining experiences I've ever had. Not only was the food widely varied and incredibly interesting - the chefs and staff were awesome and so much fun to banter with. It's well worth the visit.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Went with a group of 7 people and they accommodated us really well in the back patio. Lots of heat lamps. The music was quiet enough that I could have a good conversation. The menu is preset with a few options to pick from. Really well made and tasting food. The only reason it didn't get a 5 star rating is because I was still hungry after the meal was over. The service was good.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Great experience, fantastic food, and personal service. We celebrated me and my partners birthdays with our in laws and everyone left super happy.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
7 Adams was a culinary experience.The staff were attentive and gave us room to enjoy our dishes.The ambiance had a quant feel.The meal was perfectly prepared.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I was a big fan of Marlena, so I was super excited to check out their new restaurant 7 Adams for a birthday dinner. The reservation wasn't too hard to get and overall the whole place and vibe felt a lot like Marlena. The servers are attentive and helpful. My absolute favorite thing is their milk bread and cultured butter. It's still incredible! I always order seconds. The course menu was hit or miss. I loved the Hokkaido scallop and the winter squash veloute soup was simple but tasty. But the pastas were mediocre -- ravioli was a bit overdone on the edges and the cavatelli wasn't anything special. The proteins in both of the mains were really good -- very tender -- but the sauces were a bit of a miss. The sauce for the wagyu was delicious but overwhelmed the flavor of the meat and the pork felt under sauced. The Yukon potato terrine side was too salty. The desserts were both good though; I particularly liked their seasonal citrus one. Overall, there's a lot of potential here but I wasn't awestruck!
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A mixed bag of good, mediocre and disappointing dishes. Service good albeit a little rushed. Ambiance ok. Was excited about trying this restaurant and hoping this could be a regular option, but unfortunately underwhelmed.
What an absolutely fantastic dining experience. As a fan of Marlena I was gutted when it had its seemingly out-of-the-blue shuttering last summer. I am extremely happy to say 7 Adams lives up to the high expectations set by Marlena and in some ways, exceeds them. 7 Adams occupies a space that needs occupying, and is sadly in this space seemingly alone - an elevated dining experience that doesn't shatter the bank account. Five courses that take willing non-picky eaters on a journey that is elegant yet satisfying; full of textures and flavors that will leave you curious and wanting more. On this most recent visit my date and I enjoyed everything that was rolled out, beginning with the bread and butter which is truly a highlight worthy of a trip on its own. The celery root ravioli was tender and melt-in-your-mouth delicious while the seared black cod couldn't have been cooked to anymore level of perfection. I love 7 Adams and I will be back. If I had one small complaint, it's that on a bustling Saturday night it can get a bit packed, and with only one bathroom and as many tables as they rightfully try to book, the space feels a bit less comfortable than Marlena. That, however, is a worthy sacrifice to make of it means this amazing culinary couple gets to continue able to bring San Francisco this gem of a tasting menu.
*Atmosphere is clean and intimate*Food was delish and in line with San Francisco fine dining standards*Our Server was lovely, she had a great attitude, was helpful, and decisive when asked for recommendationsAll in all it was a lovely birthday dinner (pricey at $900 for 4 people which included a lot of wine). I really enjoy a fixed menu but I also like to enjoy the atmosphere, take time, have a cup of tea at the end of the meal. Once the dessert was served the Maitre D decided that was when to drop the check on the table, and not say any think. He just ran past to the next task. Then about 10 minutes later when desserts were cleared and we were enjoying our tea and dessert wine he came to the table and said "Thank you for joining us tonight, our next seating is here." and then walked away. Like he needed us to leave immediately, we weren't even done with our meal which was coarsed at their pace since it was a prix fix. That comment could have been delivered in so many other ways that would have been appropriate. But the abrupt and almost rude nature halted our lovely conversation, suddenly made us feel like we were being watched (he passed the table about every 30 seconds not making eye contact) and ended such a lovely evening in a really sour way. For this alone I wouldn't go back. It's just too expensive to feel rushed.
Some hit and misses. We love the ravioli and seared black cod. Cod was super tender and perfectly cooked. Appetizer is a miss for the cured hiramasa, strange flavor with spicy and yuzu combined, feel like would have been more refreshing if it was not spicy. Portion overall is pretty small, we felt hungry after full meal. Service seems rushed for two people, even though we are well within the allotted time.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Celery Root Ravioli
Had an amazing dining experience at 7 Adams with their "Chef's Counter" experience. Ever changing menu highlighting the best ingredients of the current (winter) season. Easily the best new fine dining experience we've had in a long time. Chefs David and Serena (as well as the entire staff) were friendly, inviting, and hospitable which put a bow on a wonderful night out.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5