I'll preface this with I'm not looking for a fancy meal that I can splash on Instagram, we went to LB to celebrate a special occasion privately as two people who love good food!
Plusses: * Super friendly staff * Duck/Waygu/Mushroom broth were phenomenal * Great pacing, not too fast or slow! * Up front pricing on the website / efficient
Negatives: * Pricepoint of $550/head is insane, the markup must be over 3x * Portions of meat are so small, I would have gladly had half the courses and twice the portion size. Left hungry. * The last 4 beverages/food combos were excessively sugary (yes there were desserts but just felt off)
Overall, nice spot, but clearly making a killing on the brand name, don't expect an experience that can live up to the price point.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Roderick Liu
I didn’t like the food with the exception of the duck and bread. Service was good tho
Ingrid
Absolutely stunning and memorable culinary experience! Each dish is so exquisite and meticulously prepared that at times it felt too much 😅 might have preferred slightly bigger portions and a few less courses. The banana bread and cold brew we brought back were such a nice touch!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Angela Mercer
Great pace - good food
Mike Carlin
I mean come on, what else needs to be said here. There is a reason why the chef has 2 Michelin stars. Incredible experience, one of the best dining experiences of my life. The food, service, ambiance is a 15 out of 10.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brian Williams
As soon as you walk in the door, you are in amazing hand. The staff is absolutely on point. The place itself is so beautiful and has a superb vibe. We met some really amazing people. Now let's get into the food. Oh yes, this place is a 2 Michelin star resturant for a reason. I loved everything and we usually have multiple apps and main courses to try it all. Nothing here disappointed. My favorite was..... everything! Keep up the great food and service!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Derrick
Love the Yosemite art
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Marie Holvick
One of the best splurge dinners in San Francisco. This is our go-to place for birthdays or anniversaries.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ryan Gaw
so accommodating and kind, especially whoever handles the email coordination. wonderful restaurant
It’s a tasting menu, so you will have whatever is seasonal and inspires the chefs. It will be served with an explanation from one of the many cordial and pleasant staff, and we (a party of four) found it intriguing and mostly delicious. Many courses, some very light, most just 2-3 bites - so we didn’t leave feeling overfilled, just fulfilled. The oysters served two ways was our favorite course. Any disappointments? Only the cocktails, which 3 of us ordered, and no one thought were splendid. I ordered wine (Sauvignon Blanc). There’s not a lot of choices for by the glass, but mine was perfect for this meal. We didn’t go for any of the pairing options (non-alcoholic, standard, and blow-the-budget.) Would we come again? Yes, we would!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stelios Serghiou
Wow. One of the best restaurants I’ve ever been to and easily the top one or two-star in SF (better than Californios).
Food: Exceptional across the board. The cioppino, bread and butter, trout, and wagyu were out of this world. The wine pairing was spot on - remarkable bottles and one of the best Sauvignon Blancs I’ve ever had. Worth every penny, which I don’t often say about pairings. Some reviews mentioned small portions; that wasn’t my experience.
Service: Excellent. Perfect pacing with no long waits. Servers were sharp, personable, and deeply knowledgeable.
Finishing touches: The banana cake and cold brew to-go were the best parting gifts I’ve ever had. The espresso at the end was also one of the best I’ve had. Loved the personalization of the notebook.
Minor misses: We had 3 separate waiters try to get a cocktail order. The cocktail was not as balanced as the rest of the menu. The restroom felt basic for a two-star. The décor could be more refined, though I appreciated the open kitchen.
Notes: Attire smart casual. Parking is tough so take a taxi, especially if you’re getting the pairing. There’s no bar. No communal dinners anymore.
Can’t wait to be back!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
cantik
Returned for my birthday after a wonderful first experience, but Lazy Bear has changed dramatically - and not for the better. The charming bear decor and communal tables are gone.
More concerning: we spent $1,700 for two people (including beverage pairing) and received no birthday acknowledgment beyond an initial greeting and card. No candle, no special dessert, nothing. Every other Michelin-starred restaurant I've celebrated at has made birthdays feel special.
The food was underwhelming, nothing special, portions in each of the dishes are tiny that left us hungry. The Coal-Roasted Wagyu Ribeye was excellent but just one thin slice. The Liberty Duck which is also one thin slice was too salty. Dessert ended with 2 bonbons and a single gummy bear.
Compared to my first visit, both the creativity and the number of dishes have declined significantly.
For two Michelin stars and this price point, Saison, Californios, Birdsong, and Commis all offer much better experiences.
We were left very disappointed. Cannot recommend this place, spend your money elsewhere.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 3
Weston Kulman
My wife and I went for our anniversary, it was sublime.
Every dish transported your taste buds.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brad Hover
Dining at Lazy Bear was one of the best culinary experiences we’ve had in San Francisco. From start to finish, the pacing was perfect as the courses flowed naturally without ever feeling rushed or drawn out, which made the evening feel effortless and immersive. The staff was incredibly attentive and took the time to walk us through each dish and pairing with just the right balance of detail and enthusiasm.
We especially appreciated how customizable the menu was. I enjoyed a fully vegetarian menu with a wine pairing that felt just as creative and complete as the standard offerings, while my wife had a menu adjusted to avoid certain meats she didn’t prefer. Every dish was beautifully presented, thoughtful, and delicious, with a level of creativity that made the whole experience feel special.
Lazy Bear isn’t just a dinner, it was an experience. For anyone looking for a unique and memorable night out, it’s hard to beat.
Good tasting menu that’s worth checking out
I'll preface this with I'm not looking for a fancy meal that I can splash on Instagram, we went to LB to celebrate a special occasion privately as two people who love good food!
Plusses:
* Super friendly staff
* Duck/Waygu/Mushroom broth were phenomenal
* Great pacing, not too fast or slow!
* Up front pricing on the website / efficient
Negatives:
* Pricepoint of $550/head is insane, the markup must be over 3x
* Portions of meat are so small, I would have gladly had half the courses and twice the portion size. Left hungry.
* The last 4 beverages/food combos were excessively sugary (yes there were desserts but just felt off)
Overall, nice spot, but clearly making a killing on the brand name, don't expect an experience that can live up to the price point.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
I didn’t like the food with the exception of the duck and bread. Service was good tho
Absolutely stunning and memorable culinary experience! Each dish is so exquisite and meticulously prepared that at times it felt too much 😅 might have preferred slightly bigger portions and a few less courses.
The banana bread and cold brew we brought back were such a nice touch!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great pace - good food
I mean come on, what else needs to be said here. There is a reason why the chef has 2 Michelin stars. Incredible experience, one of the best dining experiences of my life.
The food, service, ambiance is a 15 out of 10.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
As soon as you walk in the door, you are in amazing hand. The staff is absolutely on point. The place itself is so beautiful and has a superb vibe. We met some really amazing people. Now let's get into the food. Oh yes, this place is a 2 Michelin star resturant for a reason. I loved everything and we usually have multiple apps and main courses to try it all. Nothing here disappointed. My favorite was..... everything! Keep up the great food and service!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Love the Yosemite art
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
One of the best splurge dinners in San Francisco. This is our go-to place for birthdays or anniversaries.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
so accommodating and kind, especially whoever handles the email coordination. wonderful restaurant
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
It’s a tasting menu, so you will have whatever is seasonal and inspires the chefs. It will be served with an explanation from one of the many cordial and pleasant staff, and we (a party of four) found it intriguing and mostly delicious. Many courses, some very light, most just 2-3 bites - so we didn’t leave feeling overfilled, just fulfilled. The oysters served two ways was our favorite course.
Any disappointments? Only the cocktails, which 3 of us ordered, and no one thought were splendid. I ordered wine (Sauvignon Blanc). There’s not a lot of choices for by the glass, but mine was perfect for this meal. We didn’t go for any of the pairing options (non-alcoholic, standard, and blow-the-budget.) Would we come again? Yes, we would!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wow. One of the best restaurants I’ve ever been to and easily the top one or two-star in SF (better than Californios).
Food: Exceptional across the board. The cioppino, bread and butter, trout, and wagyu were out of this world. The wine pairing was spot on - remarkable bottles and one of the best Sauvignon Blancs I’ve ever had. Worth every penny, which I don’t often say about pairings. Some reviews mentioned small portions; that wasn’t my experience.
Service: Excellent. Perfect pacing with no long waits. Servers were sharp, personable, and deeply knowledgeable.
Finishing touches: The banana cake and cold brew to-go were the best parting gifts I’ve ever had. The espresso at the end was also one of the best I’ve had. Loved the personalization of the notebook.
Minor misses: We had 3 separate waiters try to get a cocktail order. The cocktail was not as balanced as the rest of the menu. The restroom felt basic for a two-star. The décor could be more refined, though I appreciated the open kitchen.
Notes: Attire smart casual. Parking is tough so take a taxi, especially if you’re getting the pairing. There’s no bar. No communal dinners anymore.
Can’t wait to be back!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Returned for my birthday after a wonderful first experience, but Lazy Bear has changed dramatically - and not for the better.
The charming bear decor and communal tables are gone.
More concerning: we spent $1,700 for two people (including beverage pairing) and received no birthday acknowledgment beyond an initial greeting and card. No candle, no special dessert, nothing. Every other Michelin-starred restaurant I've celebrated at has made birthdays feel special.
The food was underwhelming, nothing special, portions in each of the dishes are tiny that left us hungry.
The Coal-Roasted Wagyu Ribeye was excellent but just one thin slice. The Liberty Duck which is also one thin slice was too salty.
Dessert ended with 2 bonbons and a single gummy bear.
Compared to my first visit, both the creativity and the number of dishes have declined significantly.
For two Michelin stars and this price point, Saison, Californios, Birdsong, and Commis all offer much better experiences.
We were left very disappointed. Cannot recommend this place, spend your money elsewhere.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 3
My wife and I went for our anniversary, it was sublime.
Every dish transported your taste buds.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dining at Lazy Bear was one of the best culinary experiences we’ve had in San Francisco. From start to finish, the pacing was perfect as the courses flowed naturally without ever feeling rushed or drawn out, which made the evening feel effortless and immersive. The staff was incredibly attentive and took the time to walk us through each dish and pairing with just the right balance of detail and enthusiasm.
We especially appreciated how customizable the menu was. I enjoyed a fully vegetarian menu with a wine pairing that felt just as creative and complete as the standard offerings, while my wife had a menu adjusted to avoid certain meats she didn’t prefer. Every dish was beautifully presented, thoughtful, and delicious, with a level of creativity that made the whole experience feel special.
Lazy Bear isn’t just a dinner, it was an experience. For anyone looking for a unique and memorable night out, it’s hard to beat.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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