Lazy Bear San Francisco - Buy Reservations

Have been here a few times and still amazing. Drinks were good and service was outstanding. Will be back again !!

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Unlike some other Michelin star restaurants, Lazy Bear feels intimate and unpretentious. It's clear they put a lot of thought into the ambiance and my friend and I loved the experience. Our favorites were the whipped scrambled eggs and california rice. The bacon, maple and hot sauce created a depth of flavor that we couldn't have imagined in any egg dish. The california rice had so much natural sweetness from the dungeness crab and umami from the uni - very memorable! The whole experience took about 3 hours, and I love that they sent us home with banana bread and cold brew for the next day.I'm giving four stars because for $350/pp there were a few dishes that seemed more generic (pork loin and chicken & dumplings). Still an amazing experience! I'm thrilled I was finally able to eat here and look forward to coming back.

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Fiance brought me for my birthday and it was an amazing surprise. Ever since COVID, it seems like they've changed up the seating arrangement to be a bit more private than it used to be. I personally prefer this as it's more intimate and better for celebrating special occasions. Loved the decoration and the scouts themed experience as well.After the main meal, there are add-ons that can be added that bring you to the top floor. Well worth it if you are willing to spend $$$. We did a rare whiskey pairing that had some whiskeys dated back to the prohibition era.

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The menu we had was fairly fish and seafood focused but no complaints, the salmon was incredible and melted in your mouth. The dessert experience upstairs with the pairings was also very unique.

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One of the most delicious and interesting dining experiences I've ever had. Everything was delicious in its on own way. Some of my favorites were the strawberry soda, the bread and butter, and the wagyu. My group also really enjoyed the tartare and pancake. Very worth it and definitely deserving of its Michelin stars.

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However, I was disappointed that they didn't do anything for our bday party. They asked multiple times if it was for a bday party but they didn't do anything. Next time going somewhere else for our celebration.

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Went years ago and they have def changed it up. It's def in line with the more "fine dining" experience but I did miss their OG way of Dining last time. The parties were separated, not a communal setting like last time. Def more intimate setting. My faves were the truffle fondue, the crab rice and broth, the cauliflower parsnip dish, the honeycomb cake...let's be honest I loved it all. The sommelier recommended a fantastic red Cab that paired well with the evening. Dessert was served upstairs that overlooked the restaurant. Overall Lazy bear does fine dining very well. Extremely attentive yet still relaxed environment. Love the creativity and their desire for change ...miss the Parker house rolls. Also loved my local celeb moment. Keep doing what you're doing, it's def working for you.

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I would def wanna come back for that california rice, winter roots, and pork chop. Service is amazing too and they make sure you learn where the ingredients are coming from. I do think the wine pairing can be a bit improved as it didn't really elevate as much as I thought it would be but still it was good experience.

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We had a blast during our dinner reservation, service was impeccable and food was top notch. It really was worth the $250/per person. They surprised us with a BTS tour of the kitchen and ended with a custom cocktail. Thank you for the best date night two new parents could ask for

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Truly outstanding experience! The food was delicious, the service was warm and friendly, but what stood out to me the most was that the food was unique. It definitely pushed the boundaries of what I am used to. It was really awesome to see my 13-year-old son trying beef tartare! The dishes are absolutely beautiful. And not to rave about something so mundane, but the butter is delicious, I want to eat it everyday! It is worth the money, so treat yourself and come here on a special occasion.

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It was a very special day in our household. A very special day calls for a very special date. I thought dinner was going to be at Alexander's, but little did I know that my husband planned a surprise dinner at Lazy Bear, a place I've been talking about for years!I was so confused when our Uber driver dropped us off across from Lazy Bear. I know exactly where Alexander's is located, but I found myself baffled as to why we're dropped off at a weird location, a place no where near Alexander's. I don't question it because I trust him, so I follow as he leads the way. He's recording me as we walk, whilst the wind blows my hair in every direction, I'm trying to keep myself from having an episode of Marilyn Monroe, we finally arrived in front of a black building. "WHAT THE HECK" I thought to myself. The host greets us and my husband gives her our reservation details. "Welcome to Lazy Bear" says the host as another host opens the door. The start of this experience was already spectacular! My amazing husband, ever so sweet and loving man, swept me off my feet - once again!Now, the dining. Every glassware, pot, plates, utensils and meals that were served to us were top-notch. Everything was like an art, so beautiful to look at. The level of creativity and thoughtfulness that was put into each course really made each one so memorable. Rather than describing each course, I'm posting pictures instead. After-all, a picture is worth a thousand words, right?Now, the rating. Why the 3 stars? Why not more? If I could, I would have given 3.5 stars. But truly, I wanted to give Lazy Bear 5 stars. I couldn't because well, sometimes, things happen that can dampen the experience. In my case, I was literally dampened. The Sommelier station was located right behind me. The head Sommelier was apparently opening a champagne bottle...and then...well, first, let me say this. When I was learning to become a Sommelier, we are taught to open bottles, especially champagne bottles AWAY from guests. This is just common knowledge, really. The Sommelier was doing just the opposite. He faced me while opening and the cork popped open. All the champagne splashed and spilled out to the ground, onto my dress, legs and shoes. Thankfully, the cork didn't hurt anyone. Of course he apologizes and hands me his card for me get my dry cleaning bill compensated. Well, I didn't reach out because it'll only cost $12-$15. That doesn't compensate the damaged experience. No one's perfect, accidents happen. But shouldn't he have been more cautious? Considerate? Have a sense of anticipation? We're dropping close to a grand for this meal/experience and I would expect the Sommelier to know what he's doing. Second reason behind the low rating. Every meal was simultaneously served to us. And I really loved that each server would recite the ingredients or tell us a little story behind each dish. I thought that was very personable and a great touch to offer to guests. HOWEVER, hot gnarly breath was blowing down to our face each time. BTW, did I mention that it was a 15 course meal? It was almost sickening because each recital would take 30~40 seconds. It made us feel very uneasy and uncomfortable. Almost like getting a whiff of standstill poop before indulging in a magical meal. Do you ever get like this? The moment in between the next course is served, do you get excited? I was expecting to have an "Oh, I can't wait what's next!" kind of excitement, but it was rather dreadful. "How long do I have to hold my breath this time?" As I'm typing this review, I'm embarrassed that this was even a reason to mention. But personal hygiene is a must and should be stressed for a pleasant experience for future patrons. As I look back months from now, my memory of a $1000 fine dining meal is overshadowed by poor etiquettes.Sadly, it was not worth the splurge or the wait.

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I took my girlfriend to lazy bear last night for her birthday date and it was absolutely outstanding. I had to wait about two weeks for a reservation but the anticipation only continued to build and they definitely surpassed my expectations. The food was absolutely outstanding but most importantly, the service was phenomenal. I would defiantly recommend this restaurant to anybody. Thank you staff and chefs of lazy bear. Amazing! Also, we got the opportunity to meet the owner (David Barzelay) a great chef and an even better man.Additionally, one of the staffers (Monica) who served us wine, was amazing. Very detailed in her service.And last but not least, (skylar) has a great passion for his work. Definitely added some spark to our amazing night. Thank you all!

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I consider it a priviliege to have had a private dining event at Lazy Bear. From the moment we sat down at the communal table, with the open kitchen next to us, and had the introduction of the story of the restaurant, we knew we in for an amazing journey. Each dish was paired with a different wine, and we were given the story behind both, before enjoying the amazing flavours in front of us. The team were so friendly, knowledgeable and took the time to get to know us and were part of the evening. I took no photos as I was totally engaged with the event, and after finishing each course, your mind and conversation was totally taken with discussing the flavours and what would come next. I will definately return at some point, and it will live long in the memory. Thank you.

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The most amazing food I have ever tasted! The lamb chop and rib….wow and the tomato! It’s basically ruined me ever eating a supermarket tomato again! So much passion, care, attention to detail. Loved the presentation, the small details, the breakfast gift, the interaction with ALL the staff… not one weak link, amazing place, experience, a special occasion to celebrate my husbands birthday that we will never forget, thank you so much lazy bear!!

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I’m glad I went! I thoroughly enjoyed the creative, innovative, and tasty food and the spot-on drinks pairing. However, the speed at which they dropped off the courses along with the speedy delivery of the accompanying explanation (of both food and drinks) left both of us with a less than stellar impression of the Lazy Bear. This is not a food issue because as I mentioned it was worthy of the star and each course quite delicious. I think our most memorable portion of the experience was the after-dinner drinks in the den with desserts (a worthy upcharge over the standard tasting menu). There at least we were allowed to relax, take our time and enjoy the combination of desserts with a trio of Chateau D’Yquem dessert wines.

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I went in with crazy high expectations and Lazy Bear delivered! I loved pretty much everything I ate--which doesn't happen often--and I'm overall super impressed.The menu changes frequently, but here's the rundown of some more static aspects that stood out to me:- Everything is SO fresh. They tell you where all the ingredients come from, and it's clear that they care so much about sourcing locally, sustainably, and ethically! I was especially blown away by the Mt Lassen trout, which has made its way onto the menu several times at this point.- They give you the menu in the form a notebook (dubbed the "field guide") with lines to jot your thoughts down.- Different staff bring out different courses. They not only explain the food on the plate, but also the inspiration behind everything. It was sometimes difficult to hear exactly what they were saying, though.- At the end of the meal, they give you a goodie bag with breakfast for the next day. I thought this was such a cute touch! I got banana bread and cold brew, but the exact contents seem to change from time to time.I wasn't particularly amazed with the cocktail I ordered (their twist on an Old Fashioned). I'd probably try a different one next time.COVID note: my friend and I still sat at a long table with other strangers, but the seats between different parties were pretty far apart, so there's no socializing aspect. The dinner party concept was the most unique thing about Lazy Bear that I wanted to experience, and I'm mildly sad that that's no longer happening. I think it would have made my experience a lot more memorable; I hope they bring it back once it's safer to do so!The true test of how much I enjoyed a place and whether I thought it was worth the price tag: would I come back? Yes! I don't think I left this meal feeling inspired enough to come back time and time again, but I can absolutely see myself coming back to experience a real Lazy Bear dinner party in the near future.

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