Another great time at San Ho Won! The service was top tier- everyone from the host to our waitress was so kind and welcoming. If you choose to do the set menu, definitely come hungry!! Once we got to the soup course we were so full and ended up taking some things to go. I love love loved the black sesame ice cream dessert and the beef neck. read more

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Had a wonderful dinner at San Ho Won! We tried the House Menu and added the beef tartare with Asian pear. Everything was delicious and well portioned. My favorites were the savory egg soufflé, jebi churi (beef neck fillet) with assorted lettuces, and the beef shank jeongol with knife-cut wheat noodles. I was blown away by the noodles, they were chewy and perfect!! The soft serve was amazing as well and a fantastic way to end the meal. Since we were celebrating our anniversary, the staff took a polaroid photo of us and gave it to us with a small magnet, which was a really nice touch. Service was super friendly & attentive. The food came out immediately after we ordered, and the staff frequently checked in on us. The only minor issue was that the hostess was not very welcoming. It took her some time to acknowledge us when we walked in, and she didn't greet us when we were leaving the restaurant. The inside is spacious with tables that aren't too close to one another, and the vibes are casual. We had a great time and the food was excellent. I'd love to come back again to try other items on the menu, though I really enjoyed the prix fixe menu for a first visit. read more

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I don't believe there is another KBBQ restaurant similar to this in SF, which is probably why it's rated so highly. Compared to LA and NYC where there is a lot more competiton, this would be mid-tier at best in those respective cities. I wanted to see if it was actually good so waited in line at 4:40pm on a Friday. We didn't make the first cut (max 8 people at counter seating) but thankfully got a text to come back at 6:15pm. We waited another 15 minutes to get seated, and decided to order a la carte since I wanted to try the galbi everyone raves about. Ended up ordering the steamed eggs, white kimchi, sesame leaf kimchi, beef neck filet, beef tongue, galbi, ssam and scallion salad. Everything tasted authentic-fusion (not including the meats) which I actually don't mind if done right. For $6 the white kimchi just tasted like ginger and do not recommend ordering unless you love ginger. They give you 3 sauces to dip your meat in and the oil tasted like a basic chili oil you have at home, the green sauce tasted like green sauce you get from Mexican restaurants and thankfully the last sauce was the best (ssamjang inspired) but this was a bit too sweet. The steamed egg was actually my favorite part of the meal. For $18 this was actually unique in terms of flavor and presentation that justified the cost. They serve the steamed egg in an anchovy broth that really went well together. I can't comment too much on the beef cuts other than my galbi because I didn't try them, but my partner did enjoy the beef neck more than the tongue because they put a sweet sauce on the tongue and he doesn't like sweet flavors. The galbi was pretty fatty but I can see the appeal and why some people love it. It's not your traditional LA galbi cut, but more of the thick cut variety you get in galbijjim (short rib stew). This was good and recommend ordering if you come, but be aware some pieces are pretty fatty. I don't plan on coming back because the elevated prices don't justify the flavors and offerings in my opinion. I would rather pay a fraction of the price for a normal KBBQ restaurant with all free sides elsewhere, but I am happy I tried it! read more

San Ho Won - Korean Near Me - San Francisco, California

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So so good! We loved all of the food that we ordered and service was great. Highlights were the galbi mandu, kimchijjigae, and the injeolmisu. The kimchi was really outstanding too. They provided us with a cute card and candle in our dessert for the birthday in our party. The inside of the restaurant was adorable and there was parking in the area that wasn't too hard to find on a Sunday evening! Would definitely return! read more

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Food is obviously good! Service good too. Idk at the price point I kinda expect to be wowed or have larger portions. I've been here a few times and am always left remembering the price more than the meal read more

Had an amazing night at San Ho Won with the hubby! The restaurant has a Michelin star, and you can tell why, but it doesn't feel over the top at all, just warm, lively, and welcoming. The food is so delicious. Chef Corey Lee really knows how to balance bold Korean flavors with little creative twists. We shared a bunch of dishes, and honestly, every bite was memorable... some were standouts, some were fun to try, but all of it felt thoughtful and well-executed. The service was fantastic too! attentive without being overbearing, friendly, and really made us feel comfortable the whole night. Getting a reservation takes a bit of planning. They release tables 29days in advance and open bookings every morning at 10AM, so if you're aiming for a specific date/time, set a reminder and be ready right when reservations drop. Definitely a place I'll be thinking about for a long time, and I can't wait to come back! read more

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San Ho Won is hands down one of the best Korean BBQ spots I've been to. From the moment you start eating, you can tell the quality is on another level--the meats are incredibly tender and practically melt in your mouth. Every cut feels carefully selected and perfectly prepared. The price point might seem high at first glance, but it's actually pretty reasonable if you go with a larger group and split everything. We ordered à la carte, which felt like the best value since we could pick exactly what we wanted. That said, the tasting menu is a great option if you're not sure where to start. Overall, it's an amazing KBBQ experience that feels both high-end and approachable. I'd definitely come back again in the near future. read more

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We originally planned to go to Bon Nene, but the wait was way too long, so we walked a couple blocks over to San Ho Won and luckily snagged seats at the bar within about 20 minutes as walk-ins. We decided to go with the house menu so we could try a bit of everything, and overall, the food really impressed us. The meats were the standout--super tender, flavorful, and consistently delicious. If you enjoy that slightly sweet soy-marinated Korean BBQ style, you'll definitely like it here. The banchan were solid, and the pajeon was crispy with a good amount of shrimp. As someone who's Korean, I did feel like the kimchi jjigae was a bit underwhelming. It leaned more sweet than spicy, which isn't very traditional, but I still enjoyed it--it felt lighter than what I'm used to at home. The ambiance was really nice--clean, with a good mix of modern design and warm wood elements. That said, sound definitely travels, and it can get pretty noisy once the place fills up. Unexpectedly, the dessert ended up being the star of the meal. The orange and vanilla swirl was so refreshing and perfectly balanced--not too sweet, just a really nice way to end everything. We also had a ton of leftovers, which is always a plus. Service was attentive and genuinely good, which can be hit or miss at trendy, popular spots like this. I'd definitely come back next time I'm in SF. read more

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I've been to San Ho Won twice. Most recently, I was a last-minute substitute when someone couldn't make a reservation. Upon arriving, we realized that we had accidentally reserved the tasting menu instead of à la carte as intended. I think most people prefer à la carte here, but I do like the tasting menu since it gives you a more well-rounded meal instead of the meat meat meat I'd probably be inclined to order otherwise. I think if the original party had been eating dinner, the conversation would've leaned more towards credit card optimization, and things like that but because I was there, it was more about dating (I love gossip). Our waiter advised my friends to check out coffee meets bagel. Near the end of the meal I went to the bathroom (excellent toilet btw), and I noticed that a food TikToker I follow was sitting at the booth next to ours. From watching his TikTok a few weeks later, it seems like we really missed out on a seafood stew (à la carte). Next time! read more

San Ho Won - Jeon - Korean Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Friends treated us out to dinner here and she was able to snag a list minute reservation. We opted for the tasting menu and each ingredient was super fresh, but not all of the items were as delicious as we would hope for it to be. If I were to come back, I would just do à la carte since there just a few items they were stupendous. The one thing I was impressed most by was the galbi! The marinate was umami but not too salty and the meat was delectable and tender. This is a must get if you plan on ordering à la cart. Service was quick and friendly and the server shared a few laughs with us. I definitely want to try their other à la carte menu items and hopefully the next experience will be as amazing as their galbi. read more

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San Ho Won was delicious with amazing quality meats and fresh vegetables. The service was just as you might expect, very attentive and friendly throughout the course of the dinner. My favorite foods were the Savory Egg Soufflé, Jebi Churi - Beef Neck Fillet, and House Double-Cut Galbi. The meats were perfectly cooked and all the food was timed in courses. This is a fun place to come with a large party as everything is shareable! read more

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San Ho Won serves up delicious and elevated KBBQ. The price tag matches this, but I think it's worthwhile to try it out for a nicer occasion. I was finally able to try San Ho Won when I went with my friend for her birthday. It is infamously hard to get a res, but not impossible with sufficient lead time. The interior is more casual than expected, but the light wood does give things an air of fanciness. We sat at the counter, which was cozy but not too cramped. Here's what we got: Complimentary Banchan: Yummy assortment of dried fish, tofu, and more! Not exactly sure what everything was, but I enjoyed it all. Dongchimi with Preserved Green Plum ($6.5): This sounded like the fanciest kimchi option, which is why we got it. It was big blocks of fermented radish in ice-cold water. I cannot say this was our favorite... Just something about it being freezing-cold and then not being very unique in flavor. I'd opt for a more normal kimchi unless you know this is up your alley. Sanma Pajeon - Mountain Yam and Green Onion Pancake ($18): This sounded too cool not to get. It's expensive for a small pancake, but it's definitely a unique take on the Korean pancake. Both my friend and I really enjoyed it! It was crispy and flavorful. House Double-Cut Galbi ($72): This is the classic that everyone gets, so we decided to as well. It was good! It's very rich, as you'd expect. There is a lot of straight fat on the edges, which isn't always my personal favorite because it's so much that it can't all crisp up, and it can be a lot of chewing. That said, I still enjoyed it. It was also fun to try it with the different accompanying sauces! Japanese Sweet Potato (not currently on the menu): This was really yummy, and I hope they bring it back. It's simply a grilled Japanese sweet potato, which is amazing. And then it comes with this maple syrup-y flavored sauce and an onion foam-type sauce. Really fun combo! Kimchi and Seafood Gamasot Rice ($36): Yummy rice bowl is really all I can say! I personally think you have to get a stew or rice to pair with the KBBQ, just to keep things balanced, and this is a solid option. Now for dessert. I am quite the restaurant dessert critic because so often, I am let down. And I know it's logistically and financially hard for restaurants to do it, I know. But my sweet tooth is not thinking about the logistics and financials at the end of the meal. All that to say, I did not expect much from San Ho Won for dessert, particularly because they specialize so heavily in meat and savory. So I was very pleasantly surprised by their amazing desserts!!! Soft Serve Ice Cream ($9): I am not one to order ice cream for dessert at a restaurant because it seems so boring. But this sounded too cool, and it was amazing. It's gorgeous, loaded up with black sesame flavor, the black sesame cookie pieces and crumbs were a pleasant textural surprise, and the huckleberries were a gorgeous complement. The soft serve itself was super milky and creamy. The portion was solid. This was awesome!! Injeolmisu ($14): I like this more than regular tiramisu. It is simply such a cool take and executed so well. It's gorgeous, well-balanced, I loved the tea flavor, and then the random chewy rice cakes in there are so fun. The portion was solid as well. Again, this was fantastic!! All in all, we had a great dining experience at San Ho Won. One thing I'll note is that dishes come out kind of fast, and it seemed like the staff was expecting us to eat pretty quickly. We still ate at a normal pace and just would sometimes have a lot of plates on the table at once, but it was fine. Just a note if you're not a super speedy eater, and/or you and your party are chatting. read more

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My friends and I had to get a reservation a month in advance and we got in line a few minutes before the store opened just in time for our reservation. The food was good, but not that outstanding. I wish there was more banchan. The interior is very beautiful and the service was great. I would only go back for special occasions. read more

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I have not one negative or critical thing to say about my experience at San Ho Won. It's been on our list since we moved here in September and while the reservations need to be booked at least a month in advance, it's so worth the wait. The restaurant was super cute and fit the vibe of their concept. The food as, for lack of a better word, amazing. I want to go into detail of every item we ate but as you can see by the pictures we ate a ton of items. We went ala carte because we were just so excited, we wanted to order everything. The stand out for me was the House Double-Cut Galbi. I want to eat it everyday for the rest of my life lol. Honorable mentioned to the Galbi Manda and the Sanma Pajeon which were superb. We ordered all the specialty Banchans and they were delish. As a side note, we found the price very reasonable for the quality and level of food we were served. Lastly, and most importantly. The service was on another level. Every member of the team checked on us. It wasn't too much, like it felt we were being watched, but they were just naturally right there if we needed anything. Every time, and I specifically noticed, someone stopped at the table, they checked the temperature of our tea pot. It was flawless. read more

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Sadly didn't live up to the hype ): Been waiting to try this place ever since they opened and finally put in the effort to snag a reservation for me and some friends on a Sunday early dinner. Check in was easy and service was great! Liked that the booth tables had high walls so it felt pretty private! We opted for al a carte but basically ordered most items on the set menu. The enoki banchan we got was good but the other kimchi-esq banchan was not my favorite. Savory Egg Souffle- probably the best item! The spicy anchovy soup was so good with the fluffy egg!!! Felt like an elevated steamed egg- very flavorful and hearty Beef Tartare with Asian Pear- the seaweed chips were good but maybe a bit overpowering paired with the beef tartare. Didn't really taste much sweetness from the pear- more of a texture element Hwe Muchim- small portion size, nothing special from other hwe I've had before. The slaw that was paired was very acidic so positive or negative depending on what you prefer House Double-Cut Gabli- super fatty and tender, but some pieces were all fat which was unfortunate Beef Neck Fillet- Tender and not a common cut of meat I get but honestly tasted like the brisket in Taiwanese beef noodle soup LOL had little tendon pieces inside the meat Side of Scallion Salad- the waitress highly recommended this with our bbq meat but was nothing special and would definitely skip for $4.5 extra... very acidic Grilled Tteok- inconsistent texture, my friend's skewer was a lot softer than mine which is the one thing you're looking for when you get tteok so don't know how they messed that up, dango sauce, would skip this too Mugunji Kimchi Jjigae- Probably my least favorite item, wayyyy too acidic, not much pork jowl (also pieces were half fat) and did not like that they served it at the very end. Did not end the meal on a good note and felt like it made my stomach feel weird with all of that acidity. Would've been better paired with the meats. Overall food was okay, definitely not unique enough to justify the pricing. Experience and ambiance was nice I guess, but for all the effort to get a reservation also not that worth it in my opinion. I did hear that they switch out items seasonally so maybe I got a bad round. Glad I tried it once though! read more

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This review is long overdue, since it's either the sixth or seventh time I've come here. I absolutely love coming here; the service is fantastic and extremely friendly (this latest time, when one of the items we ordered was out for the night, they gave us some complimentary ssam) and the vibes are pretty casual. I typically spend about $100 per person post fees. Everything I've had on the menu is amazing, but the double cut kalbi is a step above everything else. Beautifully textured meat, smoky, a tiny bit sweet, just amazing. I've never even come close to finding short rib as good as this in the states. I had a truly out of body experience the first time I had it (probably partially induced by being starving, since the first I came was for a 10PM reservation). If you don't get this, you're missing out. It was so good it made me look into buying lychee wood charcoal to try replicating it at home, but it's truly hard to find. A few scattered thoughts: The tasting menu is IMMENSE. You WILL need takeout boxes. A table next to ours checked out after the barbecue and took everything else togo. My friends checked were already almost full by the start of the barbecue. There's rotating seasonal banchan (I wish they brought back the potato!), and definitely ask for more if you really liked it. The latest I came, it was enoki with fish cake, and kimchi. The other kimchis are worth trying as well, I would recommend the baek kimchi and dongchimi when it's available. Perilla leaf kimchi is really strong and really interesting, but not for everyone. Save space for dessert, I've almost always ordered the whole dessert menu. Rotating bingsu, very seasonal, not too sweet. Amongst barbecue, the kalbi is definitely the big winner; the beef bulgogi, when it's available, is also fantastic, super unctuous and beef-forward, not overpowered by the marinade. The pork ribs are also good, but have been a bit more hit or miss - the latest time it really hit, but in past visits, it's been good (but not amazing like the kalbi). Would recommend getting the ssam or scallion salad along with it. Come for a special occasion or not, you won't regret it! read more

San Ho Won - Gochujang pork ribs. - Korean Near Me - San Francisco, California

I was excited to snag a 5pm Friday reservation at San Ho Won. This was my second time back and it was just as good as I remembered. It also seemed like there were newer menu options. We ordered à la carte and started with the savory egg soufflé ($18.50) and original kimchi ($6). The soufflé was a great starter, light and flavorful, slightly spicy. The kimchi tasted fresh! I also really enjoyed the fish cake banchan. For meats, we got the house cut galbi ($68) and beef tongue ($46). The galbi was just as good as the first time, tender and full of flavor. It was my first time trying the tongue and it was surprisingly tender. The sauces paired really well with the meats. We used the ssam lettuce wraps for the meats and ended with the kimchi jjigae ($24). It had great flavor, solid end to the meal. Service was super attentive throughout the meal. They replaced our hot tea many times, which was a nice touch. Obvious, but I would definitely go back! read more

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I was thoroughly impressed and extremely satisfied with our dinner. The utter simplicity taken to a fine dining level was so amazing to witness. Not only was the food delicious, but it was unique and elevated. It tased so fresh and I loved it. The service and ambiance were both completely up to my standards. Some hiccups with the servers but they were humble & gracious making it right with no hesitation. I highly recommend this restaurant! read more

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The words "Korean BBQ" and "fine dining" dont go together for me. So a bit of surprise to get a gift card for San Ho Won. Had to look over the menu a few times as its not your usual KBBQ. Parking is SF street, so hit-or-miss. For a party of 4 first timers we opted for the a la carte menu so we could try a variety. We had: Galbi Mandu Kimchi and Bacon Pancake Charcoal Bossam: Daily special Double cut Galbi Chunjang Pork Ribs Bingsu for dessert I'm more of a meat guy, so the bossam, galbi and pork ribs were all hits for me. Loved the flavors and textures. Bossam you roll up with lettuce and veggies. Galbi and ribs were so flavorful and fell right off the bone. The bingsu was an interesting cherries on top, matcha ice and red beans on the bottom. So good. Service was fantastic as one should expect froma Michelin Star restaurant. We were going to order 2 galbi but they said 1 would be enough. Also, when we checked out the bill didnt quite cover our gift card so they offered to refund our deposit to make up for it. read more

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Best meal in recent memory, made a reservation for prix fix dinner to celebrate wife's birthday. First time trying after numerous friends had recommended - and it did not disappoint. From food to service to ambiance, this place was spot on. Our favorites included the egg soufflé, beef neck, and all the delicious sides and fresh greens. Dishes came out quickly, we finished the entire meal in an hour 45 (including drinks and dessert), and were absolutely stuffed! Cannot wait to make another reservation to try à la carte including the beef tongue everyone keeps talking about. read more

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Shrinkflation is real, and it's unfortunate San Ho Wan reduced their house menu options over the years. We first dined back in 2023 and the $110 house menu included two cuts of meat (beef neck fillet and the double cut galbi) and both the kimchi jjigae and gamasot fried rice to share for the table. But last year 2025's $118 house menu still had two cuts of meat (beef neck fillet and choice of beef cheeks OR rib eye bulgogi), but only choice of kimchi jjigae and gamasot fried rice, not both. Because the double cut galbi was removed the house menu, we went a la carte instead. The double cut galbi was absolutely delicious, very tender and so flavorful. I highly recommend this dish to share; it's the main meat dish I'd order each visit. The savory egg soufflé is another one of my favorites, as it's very fluffy and umami. Be sure to get the soft serve ice cream as well! The servers are very friendly and food arrived to our table in a timely manner. When ordering a la carte, definitely ask your server for recommendations or suggestions. San Ho Wan's menu changes frequently and their online reservation system (Tock) is easy to use. Only caveat is reservations book very quickly; however they do allow walk-ins. read more

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Great Korean Michelin one star restaurant in San Francisco. If you are new to Korean cuisine and have been wanting to try it, this is the perfect place. They offer a prix fixe menu that includes a variety of Korean dishes, so you get to experience many flavors in one meal. The service was amazing. Everyone was so kind and welcoming. I loved that they served hot barley tea, which felt perfect for the cold weather and added a healthy touch. The interior is clean and spacious, and the open kitchen makes the whole dining experience even more enjoyable. read more

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Went here to celebrate Valentines and was an amazing experience!!!! Loved everything about this place: the service, location, food, ambience. We parked nearby in the residential areas so it wasnt too hard to look, just a few blocks away. We got the house set menu, which was great for our first time and chose the Beef cheeks and pork jowl tofu soup as the customizable options. My favorites were the beef neck and the beef cheeks; they were soooooo tender and juicy!!! Just melted in my mouth. The marinade of the beef neck was amazing as it was marinated before cooking and then spread on again after to maximize the flavor. Loved eating these with the wraps with the chili oil and spicy paste!!! I didn't expect the mushrooms to be so good too especially with the citrus flavor balance! The steamed egg was amazing with the sauce on top, one of the best steamed eggs i've had. The servers packed the food to go as we moved from dish to dish which was a nice gesture. Also got a polaroid taken at the end :) Definitely would come back again!!! read more

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Absolutely premium experience. I think the service here elevated our meal, and really stood out to us. We ordered the prix fixe menu and it was perfect. I really would advise not adding anything extra. We added the double cut galbi and it was just too much Food. The beef neck was the standout and the beef cheeks were incredibly tender. All of it was freaking fantastic. Would highly recommend. read more

San ho won was really nice! I got the set/house menu with my family. The galbi was super good, it was tender like butter, literally didn't give us a knife cuz u could just bit thru it with ease! The beef neck and bulgogi that we got were also super good, I loved the vegetable wraps and sauces. The mint wrap was my fav. Service was really superb and they servers were attentive. It also did not feel uptight at all, which I liked. The whole dinner was solid! Also liked that they took a Polaroid for us at the end :) read more

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Did not quite hit the mark on this visit - had frequented san ho won multiple times last year. Overall still a nice spot for their charcoal bbq but missing their old dishes like the tteokbokki stew. - kimchi bacon pancake (3/5) : stick with the other apps - this had a soggy tortilla texture and thinness that just fell flat. Bacon was chewy - pig ear salad (3/5) : average banchan add-on, little too acidic - galbi (4/5): was tougher and had too burnt edges on a few pieces. Not like it used to be :( - pork cartilage (5/5) : was part of the special menu of the day and was a highlight. Grilled nicely and had bits of meat with the cartilage - kimchi jjigae (4/5) : nothing out of the ordinary, only a couple small pieces of pork jowl -injeolmisu (5/5) : their best dessert, a tiramisu with injeolmi in it! Great flavors and loved the injeolmi bits read more

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We're very excited about this place, and it didn't disappoint! We sat at the bar counter which you could see the kitchen, it's kinda cool and has that chill vibes perfect for a date night. We had beef tartare and egg soufflé as appetizers, I wish the beef tartare has a bit more acidity in it, also lacks creativity in the seasoning. Egg soufflé was pretty impressive, the spicy anchovy broth that goes with it was really good. We ordered galbi and beef tongue as main along with rice. Meat texture was excellent, yet it would be better if there are some variations in marinate. Dessert was impressive, it's structured like a tiramisu but with korean ingredients and flavors in it, very well balanced and perfect end to the meal. Service was okay, for a Michelin restaurant I expect more interactions with servers. Several servers also seemed not very knowledgable about the menu and dishes. Overall pretty good value for the quality of food, recommended! read more

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Elevated Korean food can sometimes be amazing or a bust. This was definitely amazing! All the flavors were familiar, but just something gave it that extra umphhhh.... The servers were all very helpful and responded quickly and very polite. I liked that i was lively inside, but not too loud. I know it's a hard reservation to find, but well worth the patience to find one! read more

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Soooo good. Literally the best kbbq I've had in my life and I actually don't like beef. The House Set Menu is very substantial and I feel like I ate like 4 well-balanced meals in one sitting. Luxury experience with friendly staff and a quiet ambiance. Well ventilated so there's not much kbbq smells after. Standouts (honestly everything): Busan style Seafood Pancake - super crispy on the outside and soft inside. Delicious Savory Egg Souffle - so fluffy!! Mushrooms with juice inside - sooo good and special. Great veggies to balance out the meal The pieces of beef we got Marinated Beef Cheeks and Beef Neck Fillet were extremely TENDER. Best texture. Marinated deliciously, not too salty or tough. Just perfect. I also particularly loved their ssamjang (sauce made with beans). Clam Doenjangjjigae - savory with fermented bean paste. Pork belly kimchi fried rice to finish. Also the ice cream is so good!! I had the black sesame oreo cookie one which had a lot of cookie black sesame chunks!! We celebrated a friend's birthday and it was so sweet with a polaroid pic of us to remember us. read more

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Yummmmm i was lucky enough to be able to walk in one day and get seated right away! The ribs were my favorite read more

I came here for my birthday dinner a few months ago, I was waiting on tock to try and get a 7pm reservation but was only able to get a 9 pm reservation. The reservations disappeared in less than a second! We came early to find parking so ended up going to a bar nearby before we were able to sit down and eat. Parking is limited in this area so come early or uber. I booked the a la carte menu because I wanted more choice in what we were ordering. I love the interior of this restaurant, it is very modern and chic and clean. The restrooms are super cute as well, very moody and modern. We ordered the *beef tartare served with a sea weed crisp cracker *egg souffle *beef tongue * galbi, rib cap * seasonal vegetable bibimbap * kimchi jiggae. My favorites were the beef tongue, and egg souffle, however every item was delicious and well seasoned, nothing was too salty or not salty enough. My dining partner and I both agreed that the beef tongue was the most soft / delicious beef tongue we have ever had in our entire life. To be honest we were stuffed by the time the bibimbap and the kimchi jiggae came out, we could have gone without ordering these items. I would probably pass on the beef tartare because its quite a large portion and better suited for groups of 4. Total was around $300, and we didnt order any alcohol. Definitely a once in awhile meal, but so delicious that I think everyone should try and go at least once! Service was great and super attentive. They took a cute polaroid picture of us that I now have posted on my fridge. read more

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Five stars all around! We got their pre-fixe menu, which was outstanding. The beef neck was so tender -- melt in your mouth good. Same with the beef cheeks. The egg soufflé was outstanding as well. The seafood pancakes were delicious as well. The service was fantastic. This is a nice spacious restaurant. They had given us a large table which was very comfortable. read more

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My girlfriend and I had been trying to get reservations here for what felt like forever, but it was always tough to snag one. Luckily, she managed to secure a reservation while her parents were in town, and I got to tag along. This was my first time visiting, and even before stepping inside, I could tell the hype was real--there was a line out the door despite it being a rainy Tuesday evening. Reservations were seated first, followed by walk-ins. The space itself is super clean and modern, with an open kitchen where you can watch the chefs at work. Just a heads-up: like any Korean BBQ spot, you'll definitely leave smelling like BBQ--but it's worth it. Even the bathroom stood out (almost too much)--it was so fancy and high-tech that it took me a few minutes to figure out which button actually flushed. As for the food, the long wait to finally try this place was absolutely worth it. We started off with the White Lotus Makgeolli, which was light and refreshing and paired well with the meal. Every single dish was seasoned perfectly and tasted incredible. My favorites were the beef tartare and the beef tongue wrapped in ssam with a mix of ssamjang and gochujang. And I can't forget the grilled tteok with maple-soy sauce--we ordered two because it was that good. I definitely need to come back to try more! read more

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Came here for Valentine's Day and ate the tasting menu. Exceptional service. The meat was grilled to perfection, and I will remember the ice cream for being superb. I also loved the kimchi and buckwheat tea! We had to take food home because we were so full by the end of the courses. read more

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There aren't many high end restaurants that I repeatedly return to, but San Ho Won is definitely a favorite of mine. I've been here three times and I have never left disappointed. We always opt for the à la carte reservation, so we can try more items on the menu. Now where to begin on my favorite dishes... GET THE BEEF TONGUE. It is not like your typical kbbq beef tongue, which I don't tend to prefer. This is a thick, juicy, and tender cut of meat and I could not believe it was beef tongue. I also really like the mandu and kimchi jigae as additional dishes to the meat course. The soufflé egg is always a comforting addition to the meal as well. I would personally skip the Kalbi, even though we still order it every time due to the party size. It is a little too fatty and heavy for my taste. Do not skip the soft serve ice cream as dessert. I always order both flavors and lick the bowl clean. read more

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This place has been on my radar/bucket list for years now and I was so disappointed that it didn't live up to my expectations. I went for my birthday and was extremely excited to be finally trying it. We made a reservation for two and we were promptly seated at our prepared table when we arrived. The environment was very enjoyable with comfortable lighting and seating. The service was great and they definitely helped elevate the experience. However, the food did not meet Michelin quality. We ordered the house menu which the servers were right, it is more than enough and there is no need for add-ons. We started off with some banchan which were more unique or at least had a different twist to it than typical banchan. They were nothing special and I understand that these are just side dishes, but from my experience with other Michelin restaurants, the first bite of food is usually more impactful. I was really anticipating more, but as the other courses followed, I can't name a single dish that stood out. Don't get me wrong, everything was still good, but not to the level of hype around it or a star. I'm glad I was able to finally check this one off, but I fear I will not be coming back or recommending it for its price point. read more

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Went here on a Friday evening, and the place was bustling. Got seats at the counter, and the area has an expansive view towards the grill. Started off the evening with the egg souffle. It was simply magical: fluffy and delicate. The mildly salty anchovy sauce was an excellent complement to the egg. For the main course, got the spicy pork bulgogi. It was a standout- tender, flavorful, and perfectly charred. Got the dongchimi as an accompaniment to the bbq. It was predictably refreshing, and a tangy palate cleanser that cut through the richness of the meat. As a precursor to the desert course, ordered one roasted sweet potato. It paired well with the savory whipped onion cream and jocheong sauce. Got the tangerine soft serve after the meal. It was unique because the tangerine sorbet was intertwined with a smooth vanilla soft serve. Went down very easy. Excellent food, great atmosphere, and top-notch service. 10/10 would go again! read more

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I would say San Ho Won is a strong 4.5/5. The service was impeccable and the servers were very knowledgeable, attentive and on top of everything. My partner broke some tongs and they were so nice about it - we felt hella bad. We lined up around 4:15ish and were second in line on a Thursday and were able to get inside without reservation and we're sat at bar type seating facing the kitchen. It's a really nice space a lil moody but open and there's booth seating on the edges and tables in the middle. For the food it was really good. We decided to go with their tasting menu as it was our first time here. They initially served 3 different kinds of banchan, the kimchis throughout the meal were not super impressive ngl but my fave banchan was the tofu. The pajeon wasn't my fave it wasn't crispy or pancakey enough for me cause it was a lil overpowered by the veggies. Everything else was bomb. The egg soufflé and the meat dishes were crazy good. The meat was very flavorful you honestly don't really need all the leafy greens tbh cause the meat stands well on its own since it is beautifully marinated. But eating with the leafy greens is v Korean so it's really cool that they provide that and a variety of sauces. We got the beef and tendon soup with noodles which was v collageny and a great ending dish and was very healing. Finally, the dessert, we got the two different ice creams they had which were both very light and balanced in sweetness. Overall, as a Korean person, I would highly recommend trying out San Ho Won if you got the disposable income. Next time we go we will be trying out all their meat dishes! read more

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A TRUE 5/5 STARS. I was blown away by the food, the service, everything. We had a special group dinner and ordered several items on the menu: egg soufflé, kimchi, galbi, neck fillet, beef tongue, rib cap, kimchi jjigae, makgeolli, the bibimbap, and mugwort bingsoo. Everything was delicious, but the standouts were the egg soufflé, beef tongue, and galbi!! Before the dishes arrive, they give complimentary sides (fish cake enoki and radish kimchi). These sides themselves packed so much flavor and texture -- the savory fish cake paired with the raw enoki and beansprouts for texture was delicious & the fresh radish was paired with sweet Korean pears for a refreshing banchan. Then, they give everyone their own serving of steamed egg which was light, savory, and slightly spicy. The egg soufflé we ordered was a surprise for me: fluffy eggs with a spicy umami anchovy broth that soaks the eggs. The beef tongue was a standout because of how tender it is. The beef flavor is not overwhelming and melts in your mouth. The galbi had a sweeter taste from the glaze and was the definition of "fall off the bone." We ordered dessert and because we were also celebrating a birthday, they add a candle and take a Polaroid picture for you to keep! They also give you a San Ho Won pin :) Service was extremely amazing with the staff being SO attentive and fun to chat with. I had dropped my chopsticks and they immediately gave me another pair. In terms of ambiance, San Ho Won is the perfect place for a nice dinner to celebrate an occasion. It's always going to be busy due to how popular the restaurant is, but the restaurant has good space between tables so that you aren't crammed amongst other people. I will come again and will recommend this restaurant as a must-go for all my friends read more

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AVOID THE GALBI - The pieces of meat they gave me were all fat, and they told me there was "no issue with the quality of ingredients." read more

San Ho Won - Gary - Korean Near Me - San Francisco, California

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