Restaurant

Benu

Fine Dining•San Francisco•splurge

Restaurant overview

Corey Lee's SoMa tasting menu restaurant holds three Michelin stars, and by most accounts that recognition describes the floor rather than the ceiling of what benu attempts.

4.6/5 · 749 Google reviews

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Corey Lee's SoMa tasting menu restaurant holds three Michelin stars, and by most accounts that recognition describes the floor rather than the ceiling of what benu attempts.

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Michelin ★★★
Rating (Google) 4.6/5
749 reviews
San Francisco
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4.6/5
Google rating
Based on 749 reviews
Best for
special occasion and dinner
Price and pace
splurge | Check restaurant site
Neighborhood
San Francisco | 22 Hawthorne St, San Francisco, CA 94105, USA
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3 Michelin Star Taco - Benu in San Francisco, California

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Dinner at the 3 Michelin star restaurant Benu in San Francisco

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EATING A RABBIT HEAD at Three Michelin Star Benu in San Francisco, CA

Short: High Speed Dining (third-party feature) · plays on YouTube

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TastyPals Editorial Pick
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“Benu is worth putting on the shortlist for Faux shark-fin soup and Fermentation-driven course—the two orders to build a first visit around.”
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Benu is listed in the splurge price range. Check the restaurant's current menu for available dishes and prices. Menus, availability, and prices can change, so confirm current details before visiting.

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What makes Benu worth the move

Benu is an easy yes when you want somewhere that feels considered rather than fussy. Faux shark-fin soup and Fermentation-driven course also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 4.6/5 Google rating across 749 Google reviews.

What to know fast

Public rating
4.6/5 from 749 Google reviews
Best for
special occasion and dinner
Style
Fine Dining in San Francisco
Spend
splurge | Check restaurant site

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Google rating: 4.6/5 from 749 reviews
Price point: splurge
Popular dishes: Faux shark-fin soup, Fermentation-driven course, Cantonese-style seafood
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4.6/5 from 749 reviews
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Frequently asked questions

What cuisine does Benu serve?

Benu is a Fine Dining restaurant located in San Francisco, San Francisco. Corey Lee's SoMa tasting menu restaurant holds three Michelin stars, and by most accounts that recognition describes the floor rather than the ceiling of what benu attempts.

What is Benu best for?

Benu is best for fine dining, special occasion, dinner, local. Benu is an easy yes when you want somewhere that feels considered rather than fussy. Faux shark-fin soup and Fermentation-driven course also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 4.6/5 Google rating across 749 Google reviews.

How much does it cost to eat at Benu?

Benu is in the splurge price range (splurge). Google rating: 4.6/5 from 749 reviews

Is Benu worth visiting?

Benu holds a 4.6/5 Google rating from 749 reviews. Benu is an easy yes when you want somewhere that feels considered rather than fussy. Faux shark-fin soup and Fermentation-driven course also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 4.6/5 Google rating across 749 Google reviews.

Where is Benu located?

Benu is located at 22 Hawthorne St, San Francisco, CA 94105, USA. Directions are available via Google Maps.

What are Benu's hours?

Benu's listed hours are Check restaurant site. We recommend checking directly before visiting as hours may vary on holidays.

Does Benu take reservations?

Yes, Benu accepts reservations. You can book a table online through their reservations page.

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