Finally understood how they got such high ratings. The service and hospitality were good and attentive. What really stood out was the tasting menu. Every dishes were full on flavours and interesting. Chef also came out to explain his dishes. There were about 8 dishes and all were well executed with finesse and tastes. Definitely Michelin calibre.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bryce Podgorsek
Amazing restaurant! My girlfriend and I went for her birthday and had a great time! They play with different temperatures in their food, which was fun to experience and set them apart from a lot of other tasting menus ive experienced. Lots of great innovative and creative dishes. The only reason I gave it 4/5 in terms of food was because we both felt the final main dish was somewhat lacking, especially compared to all the flavors that came beforehand. This place is definitely michelin star worthy, though, and I imagine they'll achieve that soon.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Suramya Mukesh
I decided to celebrate my birthday at Anomaly this time and it was a wonderful experience. The food was top notch with so many interesting flavors. The presentation, the ambience and friendly service made this a very memorable evening for me. They were also super accommodative of my dietary restrictions and thoughtfully prepared a substitute which turned out to be my favorite dish of the experience!!! I was lucky to be seated near the kitchen and I could watch the chef's whip up their creations. I was also impressed by how the Head Chef took time to actually serve dishes and talk to everyone in the room. Usually fine dining places leave me a little stuffed but I didn't feel that way with Anomaly. The portions were perfectly sized and I came out feeling satiated without feeling stuffed. I am looking forward to coming back again when they change their menu and would highly recommend them to anyone who wants to try out SF fine dining. This experience should not be missed!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Adam Webb
Incredible experience at Anomaly. My wife and I were finishing up our vacation and this served as a fantastic bookend of our trip. This was our first Michelin star experience and won't be our last - highly reccommend checking this one out!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cassandra Heininger
The 11-course menu was incredible. Visited from Ohio and this was just not an experience we can get in Ohio. Perfect for a fancy date night for 2 to sit in the area right in front of the kitchen and see them cooking. Staff was so attentive and we loved the detail of each dish they provided. We just had water as we don't really drink/had hiked some NP the entire week and just needed water. They were quick with their service- never had an empty glass. Would definitely return if we visit SF again!
Summer 25 Menu Review Tomato Popsicle- not the biggest fan but did like the dry tartlet it was served with. Egg Emoji- incurably flavor orful and delicious. Onion Soup and Cheese ball- The cheeseball was my favorite bite of the entire evening and the soup was so cool with the dry ice effect. Beef Tartar- such fun textures with everything mixed together. Tomatoes- so fresh and tasty of bacon. Crab and corn soup- incredible mixture of flavors. Scallops- not cooked to my liking but the flavors and everything went so well together. Quail/Blossom- the zucchini bread with fruit was incredible but the texture of the mixture inside the blossom was not my favorite, but the flavor was great. Basil Slushie- Incredible blend of flavors. Smores- not a fan of the jalapeno ice cream but i loved the warm sauce mixed with the cold chocolate. Mini Treats- Incredible bite sized desserts- i wish i could've had a larger portion of each as they were so good!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Crystal Mackenzie Goldman
I wish I could give this place 6 stars. It’s truly an incredible experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Benjo Ayson
Good hospitality, Great ambiance. Amazing food. Creative with combinations to truly bring the best taste out his food. Kudos
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Justin
Beautiful presentation, great taste and balance with textures. Can't wait to go back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Golden Goose
Never disappointing. I’ve been at this restaurant at least 6 times. Every time I’ve thoroughly enjoyed the amazing food. Prices are very fair and well worth it. I would say that the service could be a little more fine tuned, BUT I get it! Especially during the very busy weekend nights when the place is fully booked and when there are larger parties. Great wines too. Don’t skip the wine pairing option. Take uber to save time on finding parking. Go hungry. I can’t wait to go back again soon.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Christina Luah
Surprisingly delightful! The chef here not only takes an incredibly creative approach combining herbaceous fresh flavor profiles and textures but also temperatures. An interesting and delicious experience that will keep you and your dinner mates discussing the meal throughout! Definitely recommend a visit for this restaurant well on its way to receiving Michelin stars and more!
I've been to the French Laundry (3star), Lazy Bear (2star), and now Anomaly SF (pre-star). I say 'pre-star' because this meal was phenomal—easily on par with the other two tasting menus.The presentations were artistic, the flavors amazing, and the service top notch. The restaurant is small and inviting and it was a unique and amazing experience. I look forward to our next visit!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Janice Myint
One of the best experiences we've had at a fine dining restaurant!! Shh don't tell anyone this place is a local best kept secret.. Each plate is masterfully composed and decorated.. every plate was thoughtful and delicious.. the service and atmosphere are impeccable.. down to earth and friendly and kudos to whoever put together the music playlist!!
Anomaly is so refreshing achieving a balance of amazing cuisine without being pretentious.. We knew we were at a special place when we saw the tomato with a smile in the kitchen 😁.. Love that Anomaly is just a few blocks from our place.. We'll definitely be back! 😀
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amy Dahlberg
I came here for a birthday and we were meet with a glass of wine before we even sat down. We were all very pleased with the spring tasting menu as well as the wine pairing. Every dish was very unique but with classic flavors. Very good experience.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Phillip So
Excellent food and service at a reasonable price (about 200$pp without drinks). I was impressed given there are so many restaurants with 1 star or shooting for Michelin stars than are more expensive and less impressive. Come for a special night with friends or family and see for yourself.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
JonLuca DeCaro
Tucked away in Lower Pacific Heights, Anomaly SF delivers a tasting menu experience that masterfully blends theatrical presentation with deeply satisfying flavors. Chef Mike Lanham’s approach is both imaginative and grounded, offering dishes that surprise and delight without venturing into the realm of the overly experimental.  
The 11-course menu is a journey through inventive concepts that remain accessible. Standout dishes include the “Green Goddess Soup” topped with Parmesan snow, creating a dramatic dry ice effect that enhances the dining experience without overshadowing the dish’s essence. Another highlight is the playful egg dish, featuring an egg yolk jam nestled within a dashi foam, served in an egg-shaped vessel—a nod to modernist cuisine that remains comforting and familiar .   
Service at Anomaly SF is impeccable. The staff’s attentiveness ensures that each course is presented with care, and Chef Lanham often engages directly with guests, adding a personal touch that enhances the overall experience .
For those seeking a dining experience that combines creativity with comfort, Anomaly SF stands out as a must-visit destination. It’s a place where culinary artistry meets heartfelt hospitality, resulting in a meal that’s both memorable and deeply satisfying.
Finally understood how they got such high ratings. The service and hospitality were good and attentive. What really stood out was the tasting menu. Every dishes were full on flavours and interesting. Chef also came out to explain his dishes. There were about 8 dishes and all were well executed with finesse and tastes. Definitely Michelin calibre.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amazing restaurant! My girlfriend and I went for her birthday and had a great time! They play with different temperatures in their food, which was fun to experience and set them apart from a lot of other tasting menus ive experienced. Lots of great innovative and creative dishes. The only reason I gave it 4/5 in terms of food was because we both felt the final main dish was somewhat lacking, especially compared to all the flavors that came beforehand. This place is definitely michelin star worthy, though, and I imagine they'll achieve that soon.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
I decided to celebrate my birthday at Anomaly this time and it was a wonderful experience. The food was top notch with so many interesting flavors. The presentation, the ambience and friendly service made this a very memorable evening for me. They were also super accommodative of my dietary restrictions and thoughtfully prepared a substitute which turned out to be my favorite dish of the experience!!! I was lucky to be seated near the kitchen and I could watch the chef's whip up their creations. I was also impressed by how the Head Chef took time to actually serve dishes and talk to everyone in the room. Usually fine dining places leave me a little stuffed but I didn't feel that way with Anomaly. The portions were perfectly sized and I came out feeling satiated without feeling stuffed. I am looking forward to coming back again when they change their menu and would highly recommend them to anyone who wants to try out SF fine dining. This experience should not be missed!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Incredible experience at Anomaly. My wife and I were finishing up our vacation and this served as a fantastic bookend of our trip. This was our first Michelin star experience and won't be our last - highly reccommend checking this one out!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The 11-course menu was incredible. Visited from Ohio and this was just not an experience we can get in Ohio. Perfect for a fancy date night for 2 to sit in the area right in front of the kitchen and see them cooking. Staff was so attentive and we loved the detail of each dish they provided. We just had water as we don't really drink/had hiked some NP the entire week and just needed water. They were quick with their service- never had an empty glass. Would definitely return if we visit SF again!
Summer 25 Menu Review
Tomato Popsicle- not the biggest fan but did like the dry tartlet it was served with.
Egg Emoji- incurably flavor orful and delicious.
Onion Soup and Cheese ball- The cheeseball was my favorite bite of the entire evening and the soup was so cool with the dry ice effect.
Beef Tartar- such fun textures with everything mixed together.
Tomatoes- so fresh and tasty of bacon.
Crab and corn soup- incredible mixture of flavors.
Scallops- not cooked to my liking but the flavors and everything went so well together.
Quail/Blossom- the zucchini bread with fruit was incredible but the texture of the mixture inside the blossom was not my favorite, but the flavor was great.
Basil Slushie- Incredible blend of flavors.
Smores- not a fan of the jalapeno ice cream but i loved the warm sauce mixed with the cold chocolate.
Mini Treats- Incredible bite sized desserts- i wish i could've had a larger portion of each as they were so good!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I wish I could give this place 6 stars. It’s truly an incredible experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Good hospitality, Great ambiance. Amazing food. Creative with combinations to truly bring the best taste out his food. Kudos
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Beautiful presentation, great taste and balance with textures. Can't wait to go back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Never disappointing. I’ve been at this restaurant at least 6 times. Every time I’ve thoroughly enjoyed the amazing food. Prices are very fair and well worth it. I would say that the service could be a little more fine tuned, BUT I get it! Especially during the very busy weekend nights when the place is fully booked and when there are larger parties.
Great wines too. Don’t skip the wine pairing option.
Take uber to save time on finding parking.
Go hungry. I can’t wait to go back again soon.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Surprisingly delightful! The chef here not only takes an incredibly creative approach combining herbaceous fresh flavor profiles and textures but also temperatures. An interesting and delicious experience that will keep you and your dinner mates discussing the meal throughout! Definitely recommend a visit for this restaurant well on its way to receiving Michelin stars and more!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Restaurantji Recommends
I've been to the French Laundry (3star), Lazy Bear (2star), and now Anomaly SF (pre-star). I say 'pre-star' because this meal was phenomal—easily on par with the other two tasting menus.The presentations were artistic, the flavors amazing, and the service top notch. The restaurant is small and inviting and it was a unique and amazing experience. I look forward to our next visit!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
One of the best experiences we've had at a fine dining restaurant!! Shh don't tell anyone this place is a local best kept secret.. Each plate is masterfully composed and decorated.. every plate was thoughtful and delicious.. the service and atmosphere are impeccable.. down to earth and friendly and kudos to whoever put together the music playlist!!
Anomaly is so refreshing achieving a balance of amazing cuisine without being pretentious.. We knew we were at a special place when we saw the tomato with a smile in the kitchen 😁.. Love that Anomaly is just a few blocks from our place.. We'll definitely be back! 😀
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I came here for a birthday and we were meet with a glass of wine before we even sat down. We were all very pleased with the spring tasting menu as well as the wine pairing. Every dish was very unique but with classic flavors. Very good experience.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent food and service at a reasonable price (about 200$pp without drinks). I was impressed given there are so many restaurants with 1 star or shooting for Michelin stars than are more expensive and less impressive. Come for a special night with friends or family and see for yourself.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tucked away in Lower Pacific Heights, Anomaly SF delivers a tasting menu experience that masterfully blends theatrical presentation with deeply satisfying flavors. Chef Mike Lanham’s approach is both imaginative and grounded, offering dishes that surprise and delight without venturing into the realm of the overly experimental.  
The 11-course menu is a journey through inventive concepts that remain accessible. Standout dishes include the “Green Goddess Soup” topped with Parmesan snow, creating a dramatic dry ice effect that enhances the dining experience without overshadowing the dish’s essence. Another highlight is the playful egg dish, featuring an egg yolk jam nestled within a dashi foam, served in an egg-shaped vessel—a nod to modernist cuisine that remains comforting and familiar .   
Service at Anomaly SF is impeccable. The staff’s attentiveness ensures that each course is presented with care, and Chef Lanham often engages directly with guests, adding a personal touch that enhances the overall experience .
For those seeking a dining experience that combines creativity with comfort, Anomaly SF stands out as a must-visit destination. It’s a place where culinary artistry meets heartfelt hospitality, resulting in a meal that’s both memorable and deeply satisfying.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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