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Experience authentic Italian dining in San Francisco. This highly-rated 4.7-star restaurant offers delicious pizza and pasta. Discover your new favorite spot.
This highly-rated San Francisco establishment, holding a stellar 4.8 out of 5 stars, offers a distinguished fine dining experience. Set within an intimate and thoughtfully designed space, it provides a unique culinary adventure for its guests. Known for its innovative approach to American cuisine, diners can expect a sophisticated menu that changes seasonally, showcasing fresh, high-quality ingredients. The atmosphere is refined yet welcoming, making it a memorable destination for special occasions or a discerning night out. While the price point reflects its upscale nature, the exceptional service and memorable flavors are consistently praised by patrons, solidifying its reputation as a must-visit culinary spot in the city.
This highly-rated San Francisco establishment, holding a stellar 4.8 out of 5 stars, offers a distinguished fine dining experience. Set within an intimate and thoughtfully designed space, it provides a unique culinary adventure for its guests. Known for its innovative approach to American cuisine, diners can expect a sophisticated menu that changes seasonally, showcasing fresh, high-quality ingredients. The atmosphere is refined yet welcoming, making it a memorable destination for special occasions or a discerning night out. While the price point reflects its upscale nature, the exceptional service and memorable flavors are consistently praised by patrons, solidifying its reputation as a must-visit culinary spot in the city.
This highly-rated San Francisco establishment, holding a stellar 4.8 out of 5 stars, offers a distinguished fine dining experience. Set within an intimate and thoughtfully designed space, it provides a unique culinary adventure for its guests. Known for its innovative approach to American cuisine, diners can expect a sophisticated menu that changes seasonally, showcasing fresh, high-quality ingredients. The atmosphere is refined yet welcoming, making it a memorable destination for special occasions or a discerning night out. While the price point reflects its upscale nature, the exceptional service and memorable flavors are consistently praised by patrons, solidifying its reputation as a must-visit culinary spot in the city.
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Price Range (Luxury)
Luxury fine dining ($$$$) - High-end restaurants with exceptional service and cuisine
Meal Time (dinner)
This restaurant primarily serves dinner. Based on opening hours.
Group Size (Groups Welcome)
Welcomes large groups and families. Great for group dining.
Atmosphere (Upscale)
Refined and elegant dining experience
Dining Style (Flexible)
Flexible options. Reservations available but not required.
Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Cocktails, Beer, Wine, Coffee, Groups Welcome, Reservations
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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. 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! 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!
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3416 19th St, San Francisco, CA 94110, USA
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October 12, 2025
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.
October 23, 2025
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!
October 17, 2025
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!
June 23, 2025
One of the best meals I've ever had. The service was fun, friendly, and informative. Every detail was accounted for. Each course was unique, fresh, and delicious. The split pea soup was my favorite. But everything from the tea at the start of the meal to the wine pairings to the bonus dessert was exceptional. Can't wait to go back!
September 7, 2025
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.
Features and amenities that make Lazy Bear special
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
Groups Welcome
Reservations
Everything you need to know before you visit
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