SSAL
$$$$ • Korean, Fine Dining, Vegan Book a table: 7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM MoreAbout SSAL
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The best Korean fried chicken!!
gourmet food, nice service
$270 for tasting menu. Unknown menu until you finish which is fun.
Service is flawless. Top of class and extremely attentive staff.
Regarding the venue, it’s cleaned minimalist, and dim. When the door opens it’s a massive wave of light which hit me in the face a few times. Temperature inside felt warmer like 75.
Regarding the food, it was very seafood forward. Enjoyed the scallop and the halibut. The quail was fresh and light. The one bite donut...read full review
Service is flawless. Top of class and extremely attentive staff.
Regarding the venue, it’s cleaned minimalist, and dim. When the door opens it’s a massive wave of light which hit me in the face a few times. Temperature inside felt warmer like 75.
Regarding the food, it was very seafood forward. Enjoyed the scallop and the halibut. The quail was fresh and light. The one bite donut...read full review
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 5:30 - 9PM |
| Thursday | 5:30 - 9PM |
| Friday | 5:30 - 9PM |
| Saturday | 5 - 9PM |
| Sunday | 5 - 9PM |
SSAL is a renowned Korean fine dining restaurant in San Francisco, offering a memorable culinary journey. The dishes are beautifully presented, showcasing a harmonious blend of Korean and Western flavors, expertly crafted by the skilled chefs. The tasting menu highlights advanced culinary techniques, featuring standout dishes like short rib, jackfish, and the highly praised fried chicken, which is tender, juicy, and has a perfectly crispy skin.
The atmosphere is quiet and elegant, with spacious tables and wheelchair accessibility. While some guests find the modern, minimalist design a bit cold, the excellent service and good variety of liquor options, including the winning combination of fried chicken, caviar, and champagne, make for a well-rounded dining experience.
Customers have praised the outstanding meal, with the eel wrapped in smoked sea grass being a particular highlight. The service is also highly commended, with knowledgeable and friendly staff who provide great wine recommendations. Diners have described the overall experience as amazing, with the team's passion for their venture shining through in all aspects of the dining experience.