Kiln is an incredibly unique experience with highlights across both seafood (lobster and scallop) as well as meat courses (squab was a particular highlight). Overall, this should be high on the list of most innovative and exceptional places to eat in SF.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Silvano Beozzo
The service was great the food is nothing special , the plating is very pretty , for 300$ a person I think you might wanna go spend it to have an actual Michelin star experience , it wasn’t bad it was good but in my opinion nothing close to a Michelin star tasting menu ….. you don’t really have those tastes and textures that you never had before it’s good for 1 time to have the experience and that’s it,Also they play very bad and loud music kind of the rap music a strip club would be playing
Missy ice
There really are no words that can properly describe what an amazing experience it is to dine here. This was a culinary adventure that was both artistic and delicious, with 18 inspired courses that surpassed any imagination with interesting ingredients and well-executed combinations. We also opted for the spirit-free pairing, which was interesting and luxurious for us non-drinkers. The restaurant was minimalistic yet cozy, and the service was attentive, gracious, and so lovely. There was amazing attention to detail with unsurpassable service that focused on creating memorable moments, leaving us feeling valued, delighted, and eager to return. A special acknowledgment to Izadora, whose attentive service graced our evening throughout. We also loved the chef and the culinary team participating in the service. Thank you for making my birthday so extraordinary!Congratulations to Kiln for their commendable efforts in assembling an outstanding team and establishing a remarkable restaurant. We will be cheering on the sidelines when you finally receive your Michelin stars!
Jason Krikorian
A very serious restaurant pushing very hard to please. Lovely atmosphere with romantic lighting and the sexiest candle votives I’ve ever seen on the tables.Fast paced service, comprised of highly technical and beautifully presented dishes, served by a very dedicated team of professionals. Very delicious!!!If this restaurant doesn’t go directly to two stars on its first go around, I will be highly surprised.Looking very forward to returning, and bringing friends and family!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
May Bresler Herzog
We knew chef Wesley's cuisine would be worth a try, having previously experienced it in another restaurant. We were eager to try Kiln, and were not disappointed. The experience was everything we were hoping for - attention to details, high quality products and delicious food presented beautifully. I usually avoid shellfish but Kiln offers little flexibility in terms of menu adjustments (unrelated to dietary restrictions), which ended up pushing my limits. I got to experience some dishes I normally would not, and I was pleasantly surprised. Kiln is aiming high and hitting the target - I can't wait to see them get their well deserved stars!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Deep Fried Tendon
Angela Qian
Nice date-night spot? Sure.Michelin star worthy? Absolutely not.Out of the ~20 courses, only 3-4 spectacular pieces that really stood out. Most were average, some were overly salted. Ambience was nice but again nothing too exciting.What really ruined the experience was the lack of attention to food allergies. Now, it does clearly state on the website that they don’t modify/substitute foods; we knew that going in and was fine with it. But what I didn’t expect was that I would be served the dish with my allergen (almonds) without any clear notice. My server placed the dish in front of me and mumbled through the ingredients. Luckily I caught something that sounded like almonds and clarified with him. His response… “you can’t eat this then.” Cool. Why even serve it to me? And miraculously, they were able to substitute a later course by removing a hazelnut oil (something I actually specified I was not allergic to).
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 2
Jeremi McManus
Impeccable service, some of the best I’ve had in the Bay Area (including the 50+ Michelin starred restaurants I’ve visited). Love that the head chef and kitchen staff get involved in the service. Terrific beverage pairing. Admired the Chef’s willingness to get off the beaten path a bit with the 20 or so bites/dishes and not just play the fancy diner’s greatest hits. A few misses the night we were there including the pork (dry), minuet & dungeness crab (too salty) and mackerel (too much vinegar/acid). The Som clearly loves his craft and breathes life into his also unusual pairings. A shoo-in for a Michelin Star, and I suspect with time two stars as the food continues to be explored and tested for excellence. $245 for the menu and $165 for the pairing feels neither like a steal or robbery but on the money. Hats off John Wesley and Team.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Clay Rasor
Deserves 2 Michelin
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Billy Chen
First of all, the service was perfect every step from the moment we walked in to the moment we got home. When we got home, we found the surprise you gave us. You were so attentive. The combination of food and drink was perfect!!! Thank you
Now, this is how you treat yourself to the fullest with a lavish 20 course meal at this venue. Each dish took the stage on stunning plates, stealing the spotlight every time. We came in a party of four and had so much fun exploring the diverse flavors and textures of each dish. As they combined to create a culinary journey that made for a remarkable experience. We added the wine pairing. Sipping, swirling, and savoring reds, whites, sparklings, sake, and beer. A lively mix for every taste bud! The tables were carefully arranged to create an intimate and personal dining setting. The cozy atmosphere was enhanced by the artistic and seductive lighting, adding a touch of elegance to the experience. The music was on fire with some hip hop and R&B jams, creating a modern, lively atmosphere. I appreciate that so much. There was an incredible amount of attention to detail! From the moment of booking, to stepping in, the warm welcome, and not to mention our host's incredibly soothing voice. She was the epitome of a perfect storyteller. My only recommendation would be to include a candle on the dessert for a birthday celebration but overall, everything was fantastic.
Lyn P.
Every dish on Kiln's tasting menu was a true culinary experience. The richness of flavors and minimal yet detailed designs made each bite unforgettable. The servers were exceptional, expertly guiding us through every dish. With so many outstanding options, it's hard to pick a favorite - everything was exceptionally good. I'm already looking forward to my next visit!
Angela L.
Top notch experience! Highly recommend. Reservations were easy via Tock. This was my first pick dinner, but they were fully booked for my husband's birthday so I booked elsewhere. A week prior, that restaurant cancelled but the stars aligned because a spot had opened up at Kiln! Walking in, I felt like we were at the restaurant in the menu. It's stark and clean and I'm into it. They wished my husband a Happy Birthday, which they knew because they asked prior to our arrival. We were greeted with a glass of sparkling. They had also mentioned this prior to our arrival and asked if alcohol was okay, which I appreciate, even though I'm pro all the alcohol!! I don't want to ruin the dinner too much, but we had the full tasting experience and my favorite dishes were the bisque, caviar, and ALL THE desserts!! They also just had a lot of nice touches with the photographs (I'm guessing they do that so they can remember what you look like if you ever come again) and the candles to take home. And the lighting is on point so you can take some pretty stellar pics of your food. Julianna, who we later realized after some internet stalking is the GM, seemed fun - like I'd want to be friends with her outside of work, haha. And she has the best handwriting!! I cannot wait to see Kiln's success!!
Kyle Gilson
Obviously out-of-this-world food. I loved the super fun and diverse beverage pairing-- tried ice cider for the first time!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ed Schofield
We were surprised by the almost brutalist atmosphere when we arrived but as soon as the courses began coming out we realized what a stroke of genius it was. It directs every bit of your attention to the artistry sliding in front of you, like a starkly lit gallery wall presenting a series of masterpieces — each having considered every detail of the visual experience from light and shadow, to depth, color, form, and time progression as you consume. Spectacular. And the food?!? My god. Every dish subverted expectations and delighted with fresh takes on familiar ingredients that has me looking at each in a completely new light today. If I could give more than 5 stars I would.
Kiln is an incredibly unique experience with highlights across both seafood (lobster and scallop) as well as meat courses (squab was a particular highlight). Overall, this should be high on the list of most innovative and exceptional places to eat in SF.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The service was great the food is nothing special , the plating is very pretty , for 300$ a person I think you might wanna go spend it to have an actual Michelin star experience , it wasn’t bad it was good but in my opinion nothing close to a Michelin star tasting menu ….. you don’t really have those tastes and textures that you never had before it’s good for 1 time to have the experience and that’s it,Also they play very bad and loud music kind of the rap music a strip club would be playing
There really are no words that can properly describe what an amazing experience it is to dine here. This was a culinary adventure that was both artistic and delicious, with 18 inspired courses that surpassed any imagination with interesting ingredients and well-executed combinations. We also opted for the spirit-free pairing, which was interesting and luxurious for us non-drinkers. The restaurant was minimalistic yet cozy, and the service was attentive, gracious, and so lovely. There was amazing attention to detail with unsurpassable service that focused on creating memorable moments, leaving us feeling valued, delighted, and eager to return. A special acknowledgment to Izadora, whose attentive service graced our evening throughout. We also loved the chef and the culinary team participating in the service. Thank you for making my birthday so extraordinary!Congratulations to Kiln for their commendable efforts in assembling an outstanding team and establishing a remarkable restaurant. We will be cheering on the sidelines when you finally receive your Michelin stars!
A very serious restaurant pushing very hard to please. Lovely atmosphere with romantic lighting and the sexiest candle votives I’ve ever seen on the tables.Fast paced service, comprised of highly technical and beautifully presented dishes, served by a very dedicated team of professionals. Very delicious!!!If this restaurant doesn’t go directly to two stars on its first go around, I will be highly surprised.Looking very forward to returning, and bringing friends and family!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We knew chef Wesley's cuisine would be worth a try, having previously experienced it in another restaurant. We were eager to try Kiln, and were not disappointed. The experience was everything we were hoping for - attention to details, high quality products and delicious food presented beautifully. I usually avoid shellfish but Kiln offers little flexibility in terms of menu adjustments (unrelated to dietary restrictions), which ended up pushing my limits. I got to experience some dishes I normally would not, and I was pleasantly surprised. Kiln is aiming high and hitting the target - I can't wait to see them get their well deserved stars!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Deep Fried Tendon
Nice date-night spot? Sure.Michelin star worthy? Absolutely not.Out of the ~20 courses, only 3-4 spectacular pieces that really stood out. Most were average, some were overly salted. Ambience was nice but again nothing too exciting.What really ruined the experience was the lack of attention to food allergies. Now, it does clearly state on the website that they don’t modify/substitute foods; we knew that going in and was fine with it. But what I didn’t expect was that I would be served the dish with my allergen (almonds) without any clear notice. My server placed the dish in front of me and mumbled through the ingredients. Luckily I caught something that sounded like almonds and clarified with him. His response… “you can’t eat this then.” Cool. Why even serve it to me? And miraculously, they were able to substitute a later course by removing a hazelnut oil (something I actually specified I was not allergic to).
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 2
Impeccable service, some of the best I’ve had in the Bay Area (including the 50+ Michelin starred restaurants I’ve visited). Love that the head chef and kitchen staff get involved in the service. Terrific beverage pairing. Admired the Chef’s willingness to get off the beaten path a bit with the 20 or so bites/dishes and not just play the fancy diner’s greatest hits. A few misses the night we were there including the pork (dry), minuet & dungeness crab (too salty) and mackerel (too much vinegar/acid). The Som clearly loves his craft and breathes life into his also unusual pairings. A shoo-in for a Michelin Star, and I suspect with time two stars as the food continues to be explored and tested for excellence. $245 for the menu and $165 for the pairing feels neither like a steal or robbery but on the money. Hats off John Wesley and Team.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Deserves 2 Michelin
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
First of all, the service was perfect every step from the moment we walked in to the moment we got home. When we got home, we found the surprise you gave us. You were so attentive. The combination of food and drink was perfect!!! Thank you
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
It was
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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Now, this is how you treat yourself to the fullest with a lavish 20 course meal at this venue. Each dish took the stage on stunning plates, stealing the spotlight every time. We came in a party of four and had so much fun exploring the diverse flavors and textures of each dish. As they combined to create a culinary journey that made for a remarkable experience. We added the wine pairing. Sipping, swirling, and savoring reds, whites, sparklings, sake, and beer. A lively mix for every taste bud! The tables were carefully arranged to create an intimate and personal dining setting. The cozy atmosphere was enhanced by the artistic and seductive lighting, adding a touch of elegance to the experience. The music was on fire with some hip hop and R&B jams, creating a modern, lively atmosphere. I appreciate that so much. There was an incredible amount of attention to detail! From the moment of booking, to stepping in, the warm welcome, and not to mention our host's incredibly soothing voice. She was the epitome of a perfect storyteller. My only recommendation would be to include a candle on the dessert for a birthday celebration but overall, everything was fantastic.
Every dish on Kiln's tasting menu was a true culinary experience. The richness of flavors and minimal yet detailed designs made each bite unforgettable. The servers were exceptional, expertly guiding us through every dish. With so many outstanding options, it's hard to pick a favorite - everything was exceptionally good. I'm already looking forward to my next visit!
Top notch experience! Highly recommend. Reservations were easy via Tock. This was my first pick dinner, but they were fully booked for my husband's birthday so I booked elsewhere. A week prior, that restaurant cancelled but the stars aligned because a spot had opened up at Kiln! Walking in, I felt like we were at the restaurant in the menu. It's stark and clean and I'm into it. They wished my husband a Happy Birthday, which they knew because they asked prior to our arrival. We were greeted with a glass of sparkling. They had also mentioned this prior to our arrival and asked if alcohol was okay, which I appreciate, even though I'm pro all the alcohol!! I don't want to ruin the dinner too much, but we had the full tasting experience and my favorite dishes were the bisque, caviar, and ALL THE desserts!! They also just had a lot of nice touches with the photographs (I'm guessing they do that so they can remember what you look like if you ever come again) and the candles to take home. And the lighting is on point so you can take some pretty stellar pics of your food. Julianna, who we later realized after some internet stalking is the GM, seemed fun - like I'd want to be friends with her outside of work, haha. And she has the best handwriting!! I cannot wait to see Kiln's success!!
Obviously out-of-this-world food. I loved the super fun and diverse beverage pairing-- tried ice cider for the first time!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We were surprised by the almost brutalist atmosphere when we arrived but as soon as the courses began coming out we realized what a stroke of genius it was. It directs every bit of your attention to the artistry sliding in front of you, like a starkly lit gallery wall presenting a series of masterpieces — each having considered every detail of the visual experience from light and shadow, to depth, color, form, and time progression as you consume. Spectacular. And the food?!? My god. Every dish subverted expectations and delighted with fresh takes on familiar ingredients that has me looking at each in a completely new light today. If I could give more than 5 stars I would.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5