Benu
Corey Lee’s Asian‑inflected contemporary tasting menu
Benu, Chef Corey Lee’s serene San Francisco restaurant, offers a contemporary tasting menu that begins with a series of technically proficient small bites. Dishes showcase Asian influences—faux shark’s fin and xiao long bao, barbecued quail with house‑made XO sauce, and a modern take on Korean barbecue. Each course is thoughtful and beautifully composed. The minimalist dining room serves as a calm oasis in the bustling SoMa district. Service is polished yet approachable, guiding diners through a well‑paced progression of flavours. Benu holds three Michelin stars and is widely regarded as one of the finest restaurants in San Francisco.
Concierge briefing
Benu leads San Francisco's luxury dining scene with a $90 per guest tasting menu and meticulous service expectations. Use these notes to coordinate reservations and guest prep.
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Reservation intelligence
Prepaid tasting menu; reservations released two months in advance and non‑refundable.
Request booking windowDress code & guest expectations
Smart casual
Operating hours
- Friday: 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
- Monday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
- Tuesday: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
- Saturday: 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
- Thursday: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
- Wednesday: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Key contacts
- Concierge line+1-415-685-4860
- Official sitebenu.com/
- Reservation portalexploretock.com/benu?utm_source=michelin
Faux shark’s fin soup
A luxurious soup mimicking shark’s fin using gelatinous mushrooms, served with Jinhua ham and black truffle.
- Investment
- $90 per guest
- Availability
- By invitation
- Dietary notes
- Contains mushrooms and pork
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Discuss membershipSignature Drink: Jasmine tea‑infused gin cocktail
A refreshing cocktail featuring gin infused with jasmine tea, citrus and tonic.
- Price
- $22
- Type
- alcoholic
- Serving
- glass
- Origin
- California, USA
- Vintage
- 2024
- ABV
- 15%
Signature Appetizer: Barbecued quail with XO sauce
Tender quail glazed in house‑made XO sauce served with pickled onions.
- Price
- $40
- Serving
- individual
- Key Ingredients
- Quail, XO sauce (seafood and dried ham), onions
- Dietary Notes
- Contains shellfish and pork
Signature Dessert: Black sesame ice cream
Creamy black sesame ice cream paired with caramelised white chocolate and toasted sesame crumble.
- Price
- $18
- Serving
- individual
- Key Ingredients
- Black sesame, milk, sugar, white chocolate
- Dietary Notes
- Contains sesame and dairy
Quick answers about Benu
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What is the price of Faux shark’s fin soup at Benu?Read answer
$90 per guest for the Faux shark’s fin soup experience.
What is the dress code at Benu?Read answer
Smart casual
How do I reserve a table at Benu?Read answer
Prepaid tasting menu; reservations released two months in advance and non‑refundable.