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Liholiho Yacht Club

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The shaved pig head salad from Liholiho Yacht Club will overwhelm you with awe. You know, the kind inspired by a top-down, golden hour drive over the Golden Gate Bridge. Frisée and Asian pears, tossed in a zingy fish sauce vinaigrette, surround glossy slices of pig head like an edible halo. And the meat melts the second it hits your tongue. The salad is a spot-on indicator of what this Lower Nob Hill spot does best: completely original dishes that are in their own class. 

A lot has changed in Liholiho Yacht Club’s world since their two-year hiatus starting in 2020. The restaurant underwent an interior refresh. And the team opened Good Good Culture Club , the lively sister spot in the Mission and one of the most fun places to eat in the city. What hasn’t changed is that Liholiho is a bucket-list restaurant for milestone life moments you’ll be telling stories about for the next ten years.

The menu is described as “heritage driven,” and here that translates to salads, snacks, and meats and seafood influenced mostly by South and East Asian cuisines. Liholiho is doing its own thing, combining every flavor under the sun to turn out dishes that feel new. And the impressive presentation makes them almost too pretty to eat.

Just look to the rendang curry that arrives with an entire turmeric butter naan baked over the top. It’s one of six rotating entrées, and one to get on your table. Stab the bread’s shell to release the fragrant steam like it’s a pore-opening facial. The swordfish katsu is the other standout. It’s decorated with a Russian dressing drizzle, radishes, and gherkins, and stays crisp atop light caper butter. Smaller plates are as deserving of the spotlight. Beef tongue and miso aioli between soft steamed buns are saucy and umami-packed, gulf shrimp are leveled up with sweet longanisa stuffing, and the previously mentioned pig head salad is, quite simply, a masterpiece.

While the food is the main event, the space is where you want to be on nights that call for multiple rounds of wine, and pandan or li hing mui-infused cocktails. The open kitchen, smack dab in the middle of the airy, brick-lined dining room, is a hub of constant movement. Staff add the finishing touches on some katsu, light sparklers on top of a baked Hawaii, and move around so fast they blur. Get to this buzzy place for any celebration you can think of, including to experience a dinner that's unlike anything else in SF.

Food Rundown

Shaved Pig Head

Raise a glass to this phenomenal salad, which will make all other salads you eat after seem sad. You’ll also want this fish sauce dressing on everything.

Rendang Curry

Turmeric butter naan is baked directly on top of the bowl, and you’re instructed to either lift it right off or break the middle with a spoon and let a few pieces of bread soak up the nutty curry. Do the latter. The curry has deep flavor and a mild kick, and the lamb falls apart even if you just poke it with a fork. We only wish the curry came with more meat, and a side of rice because the naan will run out.

Swordfish Katsu

The sound of someone cutting into the crust on this katsu would probably rack up thousands of views on ASMR YouTube. Bright pickled onions and caper butter make this one of the lighter entrées on the menu.

Grassfed Ribeye

This ribeye is perfectly charred, and topped with slightly sweet carrots that'll rewire the part of your brain that stores the carrot facts. The black sesame and nose-clearing hot mustard dipping sauce that comes on the side cuts through the meat’s richness nicely.

An excellent rendition of tuna poke. Will it change your life? Not necessarily. But if you’re down to spend $11 on a few bites of fish, Liholiho is a great place to do so.

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Poppyseed Steam Bun

Like the poke, this poppyseed steam bun is a trademark Liholiho dish that regulars will recognize from the early days. Dripping out of the pillowy bun are juices from the beef tongue, kimchi, and miso aioli. It’s one per order, so plan accordingly.

Baked Hawaii

Save room for this. Torched meringue is swirled around a mound of coconut POG sorbet and fluffy orange chiffon cake. It’s tart, sweet, and exactly what you should eat on every future birthday.

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• Dining style Casual Dining
• Price $50 and over
• Cuisines Seafood
• Hours of operation Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
• Phone number (415) 440-5446
• Website http://liholihoyachtclub.com/
• Payment options AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
• Dress code Resort Casual
• Executive chef Ravi Kapur
• Private party facilities While we do not host private events at Lihiliho. We occasionally entertain full buyouts, only on Sundays and only in the main restuarnt. If you'd like more info on a full buyout on a Sunday feel free to email us: [email protected]. We do host full buyouts at Louie's Gen-Gen Room, Monday through Wednesday only, for up to 28 guests. Email us for more info: gengenroom.com We can accommodate groups up to 12 guests only at Liholiho Yacht Club. Reservations up to 7 guests: lycsf.com/reservations These reservations open 30 days in advance at midnight. Reservations for 8-12 guests: lycsf.com/ohana These reservations open 90 days in advance at midnight. Louie's Gen-Gen Room Our cocktail bar, hidden below Lihiholiho : gengenroom.com These reservations open 30 days in advance at midnight. Gen-Gen accommodates parties up to 6 guests. If a reservation is unavailable: We save about a third of Liholiho for walk-ins, our bar is always open seating. We recommend avoiding peak times, click waitlist on our website for more info. Check online often as cancellation are made available immediately. Questions? Give our reservationist a call Mon-Sat after 2pm 415-440-liho.
• Location 871 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA 94109
• Neighborhood Nob Hill
• Cross street Leavenworth
• Parking details State Garage: 818 Leavenworth Street at Sutter StreetButterick Garage: 840 Sutter Street at Leavenworth Street
• Additional Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popcorn $5.98

butter, togarashi

Tuna Poke $18.20

sesame oil, radish, nori cracker

Yellowtail Sashimi $18.20

shiso, strawberries, padrons, white soy, crispy sweet potatoes

Fried Oyster $14.82

beef carpaccio, 1000 island, butter lettuce

Duck Liver Toast $11.44

jalapeno, pickled pineapple

Beef Tongue $14.56

kimchi, cucumber, poppy seed steam bun

Shaved Pig Head $17.23

pickled fresnos, melon, pumpkin tomatillo pesto, crispy pig ears

1 Oz Caviar

furikake brioche, french onion

• California White Sturgeon $66.56
• Bulgarian Osetra Gold $130.00

Heirloom Tomatoes $15.86

brokaw avocado, shiso ranch, formanova beets, furikake crunch

Little Gems $14.30

corn, aged gouda, almonds, sesame anchovy vinaigrette, thai basil pesto

Marinated Squid $17.16

crispy tripe, watermelon, lemon cucumbers, red cabbage, peanuts

Hopper Shrimp $18.46

chicken fried broccolini, miso, gold nugget mandarin, everything spice

Scallops $24.78

misoyaki pork belly, english peas, dill, tomato dashi

Manila Clams $18.20

coconut curry, eight ball squash, carrots, fresh turmeric, naan

Whole Maine Lobster $53.04

preserved black bean sauce

Roasted Octopus $18.98

curried raisins, castelvetrano, butterball potatoes, fresh coriander

Fried Rice $16.90

brentwood corn, house–made spam, white clamshell mushrooms

Whole Roasted Cauliflower $17.42

bone marrow hollandaise, pickled red onion, shoestring potatoes

Roasted Halibut Tail $44.46

romano beans, smoked walnuts, sungold tomatoes, garlic chives, dijon butter

Opah $40.82

chili–honey rub, butter beans, jimmy nardellos, mei qing choy, soy brown butter

Pork Jowl $39.23

5 spice sausage, pluots, shishitos, green cabbage, pistachio mint gremolata

Grilled Shortrib $44.46

escargot–bone marrow–twice baked potato, mushrooms, fresh horseradish

Beef Ribs $43.94

kimchi pineapple glaze, stonefruit, miso butter zucchini, pickled onion

Cornish Game Hen Katsu $38.76

japanese curry, crimini mushrooms, chinese eggplant, daikon kimchi

28oz. Imperial Wagyu Ribeye $93.60

creamed collard green stuffed portobello, brandy peppercorn sauce

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• 4.7 Service
• 4.6 Ambience

Noise • Moderate

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There are no yachts to be found at its current Mission residence, but hordes of locals and enthusiasts remain quite eager to book passage on Liholiho's love boat. Fusing Californian technique with the flavors of Chef/owner Ravi Kapur’s native Hawaii, this earthy, bustling, and airy space is known for strong cocktails, shareable plates, and near-impossible reservations. Walk-ins are welcome, but make sure you arrive in time to beat the crowds. Pivoted around a large, open kitchen, the dining room hums with groups savoring the likes of short rib bao or whole fried fish marinated with coconut and turmeric. If you turn your nose up at Spam try the house-made version. It just might convert you.

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Liholiho Yacht Club

• 871 Sutter St., San Francisco, 94109, USA
• $$$ · Asian, American

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There are no yachts to be found at its current Mission residence, but hordes of locals and enthusiasts remain quite eager to book passage on Liholiho's love boat. Fusing Californian technique with the flavors of Chef/owner Ravi Kapur’s native Hawaii, this earthy, bustling, and airy space is known for strong cocktails, shareable plates, and near-impossible reservations. Walk-ins are welcome, but make sure you arrive in time to beat the crowds. Pivoted around a large, open kitchen, the dining room hums with groups savoring the likes of short rib bao or whole fried fish marinated with coconut and turmeric. If you turn your nose up at Spam try the house-made version. It just might convert you.

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• After a year’s worth of takeout on Sutter Street, Liholiho Yacht Club is sailing off to the Mission, at least for the near future. It’s setting up shop at 3560 18th St., what was the space occupied by Dear Inga, the Eastern European restaurant created in partnership between Ravi Kapur and Jeff Hanak of Liholiho, and chef David Golovin. According to the team, Dear Inga will undergo some “reconcepting,” while Liholiho’s Tenderloin space will undergo a light remodel and refresh during its interlude in the Mission. And, it will launch an entirely new menu for the Mission pop-up, with the exception of one or two crowd favorites from the original. That means fans of the chicken sandwich, baked Hawaii, and fish sandwich should run, not walk, to pick it up or have it delivered . To prep for the pop-up, Liholiho will close April 7th to 10th, then reopen at 18th Street on Wednesday, April 14th for takeout and delivery only; outdoor seating with reservations will start April 28, if all goes according to plan. Like most restaurants — and y’know, the entire world — they’re playing it by ear and not planning too far ahead, so stay tuned for next moves.

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• San Francisco’s outpost of Tokyo’s Michelin-starred ramen shop, Tsuta, will remain shut until the city’s indoor dining is at 100 percent. They’re also halting any plans for what would have been a rather large West Coast expansion, according to Tsuta Global’s CEO Brian Thua, though an NYC location will open in late-summer. Tsuta drew long lines when it first opened, though interest seemed to wane in following months, particularly following a lukewarm review by SF Chronicle critic Soleil Ho, who wrote that SF’s outpost “just comes off like some celebrity’s offspring trying to get free drinks by name-dropping his dad.”
• In sad news, iconic Mission dive has lost the single palm tree that gave it its name. The tree had become diseased, and the heavy, falling fronds were becoming hazardous to patrons and nearby buildings. Lone Palm owner Jane Seabrook told SFGate that losing the 30-year-old palm was “heartbreaking” to her and her family but that she hopes to replace it with a new palm soon. They’re not cheap, however, so a GoFundMe has been started to raise money for the new mascot, which costs several thousand dollars.
• Today’s the day: La Cocina Municipal Marketplace is open today, offering takeout from six women-owned businesses in the Tenderloin. It’s a special project that benefits the community in multiple ways. Read more about it here .

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Liholiho Yacht Club

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My wife and I visited Liholiho after a LONG workday. I was pleased to find an available reservation without booking a week or more in advance. We arrived early and our table was ready. The staff was pleasant, attentive, but not intrusive. We shared one... appetizer, one entre, and one dessert. Everything was superb. Do NOT MISS the Backed Hawaii. It was even better than the Swordfish, which I highly recommend. The bill was a tad more than we would have liked ($90+), but we were very pleased with the overall experience. Give 'em a try. Also, if you plan to stroll there look at the topography. The restaurant is definitely UPHILL from mission street, Union square, Yerba Buena, and the Embarcadero. Walking through many places in SF is kind of dicey these days. So a quick uber/lyft/ or taxi is probably best. We got a ride for ~$10 each way. More

We visited last night. Liholiho has a fabulous vibe & everyone was just lovely. The food is out of this world. Just vibrant & interesting & novel & utterly delicious. We had two fish dishes to share - the cod & the swordfish & both... were so fresh & the accompanying elements made each dish unique. We didn’t order appetisers as we wanted to leave room for dessert but we shared the chips & kimchi dip which again were just delicious and unique. Desserts were sublime & beautifully presented. Would highly recommend booking a table here for whenever you can - they were rightly busy all night. Special shout out to Alejandro who looked after us so wonderfully and made the whole experience even better. We will definitely be back next time we visit S.F. More

I liked this place! it is worth the hype in my opinion. The vibe in liholiho is great, music is on point. servers and bartenders are friendly and approachable. The castaway is def a hit, I usually don't like sherry, but this one is super... good. With smooth and creamy and not being too sweet, We ordered the lobster as appetizers. Actually this can be an entree given the portion! It is damn delicious, love their source with black beans. Though being a meat lover, I tried the whole fish tail and didn't regret a bit! It is huge in portion, and full in flavor. We didnt get the spam which every one is raving for, probably next time! Minus one star is dessert is actually not that impressive, baked alaska is good in presentation, but just around average in taste. Also, the bathroom is not clean enough.. We will be back next week going to try more items such as shortribs or wagyu steak! More

The game hen was not properly cooked, I should have sent it back, parts of it were still raw. Yeck! No wonder my stomach was in such a state last night. Otherwise, the swordfish main was great. But will all the mains, they are made... for two! I would go for the appies, then share one main if you have a partner. But avoid the game hen. And yes, my bad for not saying anything. And no, there is no view of the water from this very "modern" eatery. More

I was put off even before we went to the restaurant because of the impossibility of making a reservation. There were no spots earlier than 10pm available for about a month, which was the whole period that it was possible to make a reservation for.... I thought it must be a mistake so I called the restaurant. I was given a vague explanation and felt I was being given the runaround, so decided to look at the Yelp reviews and learned that if one gets there before the restaurant opens at 5pm there's a good chance of getting a walk-in table. We did this but were not able to get a table because there were about 8 people ahead of us, and were told there was a 2-3 hour wait. We opted to wait in the downstairs room because the seats were more comfortable than the high stools at the bar. We tried a couple of appetizers and had drinks. I did think that the food must be good since it seemed so popular, but it was only average. The beef tartare was not that flavorful and the crackers that went with it were stale. The tuna poke was like the poke you get from the supermarket in Hawaii. My partner was given about 1/4 inch of wine. They heard our sarcastic comments about it and gave him more wine for his second drink. We went back up to the bar when we found out we couldn't get the full menu downstairs and ordered a couple more appetizers. I was not impressed with anything I ate there. What annoyed me the most was that the whole time we sat at the bar, most of the tables were empty. Why all the fuss about giving us a table? Are they trying to seem trendy and important? We went home and I never did get a call from the restaurant to say they had a table for us. The whole experience was really ridiculous. In addition, we spend part of the year living in Maui, and this food did not even resemble Hawaiian food. More

A friend recommended this place, and I made a reservation literally the earliest date that I was allowed to (can only reserve 30 days in advance) and the earliest time available was 9:45. But it was worth it; every dish we ordered (family style) from... the yellowtail appetizer to the short ribs with bone marrow were all amazing. Felt it was definitely worth the late time slot (it was definitely busy until around 11:30 and was a Wednesday night) More

I was looking forward to dining at Liho-Liho for a long time due to its popularity. We finally booked a table and while the food was really good, it wasn’t amazing in my opinion. Also service wasn’t great. I feel like the waiters were not... very friendly and didn’t give us much attention. For some reason, also, I got VERY sick when I got home. So it just made my whole experience worse. More

An impossible place to get into, Liholiho offers a little Hawaiian flare on the side streets of San Fran. The service was really laid back but attentive. It's a higher priced restaurant but the service didn't nor the ambience made me feel like it was... the typical high priced restaurant. My quick down and dirty feedback is: - Popcorn - app that was good and nicely seasoned - Soft Shell Crap - with soy, ginger and pineapple - recommended - Brokaw Avocado - fried green beans and avocado - good - Kimchi Fried Rice - best thing on the menu! - Opah - a fish that seems alot like tuna. I'd never had it before but it seemed well cooked and very meaty. Overall, the food was highly salted (miso/ teriyaki seasoning). The service was the best thing, oh the desert was just as good. More

Very nice location, very interesting food experience (we tried the roasted octopus and the kinchi fried rice), great and impressive dinner!

Great vibe, great energy, amazing food and service that can't be beat. I've been trying to get into Liholiho for years when I'm in town for a quick visit and the wait was worth it, but I'll be pissed the next time I can't get... in. More

What a pleasant surprise. The food was great. And I loved the dessert. The atmosphere was fun. The staff were all friendly and helpful.

Excellent food all meant for sharing with wide variety of Asian themed cuisine. New and hip restaurant which is still casual. Make reservations early as they are hard to obtain. Service is good, not great.

After flying in from NY, I was keen for something tasty and fresh, found this place on TA and wanted to check it out. Unpretentious, welcoming, the food was bang on and the cocktails wash down perfectly. This is a great place.

Can't rate the food since we never got a chance to eat anything. We went in, we told that we could eat at the bar since all tables were full. However, they seriously don't know how to handle that kinda simple situation (which almost every... restaurant I have seen does better) and it is a total chaos on who sits where and when (we didn't want to start a yelling competition with another group). The waitress didn't seem to care (maybe because we were only two paying customers against 5, who knows?). We decided to leave with a very bad experiencd from the place which almost ruined our evening. Don't go, if you have not reserved a table. More

1) This is what I'd call a 'funky' Asian/Hawaiian fusion place in a sketchy part of SF. (When we went there, we witnessed the police arresting a drug dealer right on the corner. It was like watching a live cop show.) That's not to say... this is an 'unsafe' area, just keep your eyes open. It's in a section of town called TenderNob (a juncture of NobHill (very posh section of town) and the Tenderloin -- not so nice area of town. 2) First, the name-- the restaurant doesn't have anything to do with a Yacht club and other than a Hawaiian influence in the food-- you'll not feel like it's Hawaiian either. So it's great name, but not that descriptive. Is a totally 'chill' restaurant with a funky sound track to boot. So if you're looking for hoity-toity dress up place this isn't the place for you. People here were ultra casual. 3) The head chef grew up in Hawaii on Oahu and is of Hawaiian - Chinese- Indian heritage - Ravi Kapur is 38 and cooks what he likes to prepare for his family. He's into what's called “The Aloha Spirit , the way people are treated, that’s the most important thing in my restaurant,” is what he says. 4) OK..the FOOD.... Most people on this forum said to order the popcorn -- I think you can skip the popcorn, it's not that interesting. It's buttery and spicy, no big whoop, you can skip it. (see Picture). It isn't bad, but you don't need it. 5) The Poke tuna is to DIE FOR. (See Pic), it's on top of a homemade cracker, highly recommended, comes in a serving size of 2. Good Appetizer. 6) We also ordered the Little Gems salad - it has shaved Corn, fava beans, a very tasty dressing on it, tasted great, easily shareable (See Pic). 7) The Tuna Belly - is a nice portion size and is spiced excellently -- the chef has a way of combining the sweet and the sour and the spicy and the hot together magnificently. Highly recommend this dish. 8) The octopus salad is another winner - (see pic) - Grilled Octopus pieces along with spicy potatoes and greens. Highly recommend. 9) The Opah (sp?) fish this was our biggest course - it tasted exquisite. Hard to describe how it tasted, it's a white fleshy fish and like everything else has unique flavors (see pic).\ 9a) Dessert is not to be missed - see pictures - we ordered the pistachio dessert and the Hawaiian one - I thought both were great, the Pistachio one was better - it had a meringue-like enclosure for the nuts with a amaretto/cherry flavor... I am still thinking about it.. 10) Net/Net be cautious in this part of town, the is a casual place with rocking' music that plays, there is an 'open' kitchen so you can see the chef in action. The place is packed, so make sure you have reservations and if you don't you can hover until people leave with your best chance of getting a table either super early or late. One last thing - service is a 15 out of 10 -- each server knew everything about all dishes. And....don't forget the cocktails - we got the Skipper and it was to die for. More

Liholiho Yacht Club, San Francisco - Lower Nob Hill - Menu, Prices & Restaurant Reviews - Tripadvisor

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Liholiho Yacht Club

Ratings and reviews, location and contact, michelin guide's point of view.

My wife and I visited Liholiho after a LONG workday. I was pleased to find an available reservation without booking a week or more in advance. We arrived early and our table was ready. The staff was pleasant, attentive, but not intrusive. We shared one... appetizer, one entre, and one dessert. Everything was superb. Do NOT MISS the Backed Hawaii. It was even better than the Swordfish, which I highly recommend. The bill was a tad more than we would have liked ($90+), but we were very pleased with the overall experience. Give 'em a try. Also, if you plan to stroll there look at the topography. The restaurant is definitely UPHILL from mission street, Union square, Yerba Buena, and the Embarcadero. Walking through many places in SF is kind of dicey these days. So a quick uber/lyft/ or taxi is probably best. We got a ride for ~$10 each way. More

We visited last night. Liholiho has a fabulous vibe & everyone was just lovely. The food is out of this world. Just vibrant & interesting & novel & utterly delicious. We had two fish dishes to share - the cod & the swordfish & both... were so fresh & the accompanying elements made each dish unique. We didn’t order appetisers as we wanted to leave room for dessert but we shared the chips & kimchi dip which again were just delicious and unique. Desserts were sublime & beautifully presented. Would highly recommend booking a table here for whenever you can - they were rightly busy all night. Special shout out to Alejandro who looked after us so wonderfully and made the whole experience even better. We will definitely be back next time we visit S.F. More

I liked this place! it is worth the hype in my opinion. The vibe in liholiho is great, music is on point. servers and bartenders are friendly and approachable. The castaway is def a hit, I usually don't like sherry, but this one is super... good. With smooth and creamy and not being too sweet, We ordered the lobster as appetizers. Actually this can be an entree given the portion! It is damn delicious, love their source with black beans. Though being a meat lover, I tried the whole fish tail and didn't regret a bit! It is huge in portion, and full in flavor. We didnt get the spam which every one is raving for, probably next time! Minus one star is dessert is actually not that impressive, baked alaska is good in presentation, but just around average in taste. Also, the bathroom is not clean enough.. We will be back next week going to try more items such as shortribs or wagyu steak! More

The game hen was not properly cooked, I should have sent it back, parts of it were still raw. Yeck! No wonder my stomach was in such a state last night. Otherwise, the swordfish main was great. But will all the mains, they are made... for two! I would go for the appies, then share one main if you have a partner. But avoid the game hen. And yes, my bad for not saying anything. And no, there is no view of the water from this very "modern" eatery. More

I was put off even before we went to the restaurant because of the impossibility of making a reservation. There were no spots earlier than 10pm available for about a month, which was the whole period that it was possible to make a reservation for.... I thought it must be a mistake so I called the restaurant. I was given a vague explanation and felt I was being given the runaround, so decided to look at the Yelp reviews and learned that if one gets there before the restaurant opens at 5pm there's a good chance of getting a walk-in table. We did this but were not able to get a table because there were about 8 people ahead of us, and were told there was a 2-3 hour wait. We opted to wait in the downstairs room because the seats were more comfortable than the high stools at the bar. We tried a couple of appetizers and had drinks. I did think that the food must be good since it seemed so popular, but it was only average. The beef tartare was not that flavorful and the crackers that went with it were stale. The tuna poke was like the poke you get from the supermarket in Hawaii. My partner was given about 1/4 inch of wine. They heard our sarcastic comments about it and gave him more wine for his second drink. We went back up to the bar when we found out we couldn't get the full menu downstairs and ordered a couple more appetizers. I was not impressed with anything I ate there. What annoyed me the most was that the whole time we sat at the bar, most of the tables were empty. Why all the fuss about giving us a table? Are they trying to seem trendy and important? We went home and I never did get a call from the restaurant to say they had a table for us. The whole experience was really ridiculous. In addition, we spend part of the year living in Maui, and this food did not even resemble Hawaiian food. More

A friend recommended this place, and I made a reservation literally the earliest date that I was allowed to (can only reserve 30 days in advance) and the earliest time available was 9:45. But it was worth it; every dish we ordered (family style) from... the yellowtail appetizer to the short ribs with bone marrow were all amazing. Felt it was definitely worth the late time slot (it was definitely busy until around 11:30 and was a Wednesday night) More

I was looking forward to dining at Liho-Liho for a long time due to its popularity. We finally booked a table and while the food was really good, it wasn’t amazing in my opinion. Also service wasn’t great. I feel like the waiters were not... very friendly and didn’t give us much attention. For some reason, also, I got VERY sick when I got home. So it just made my whole experience worse. More

An impossible place to get into, Liholiho offers a little Hawaiian flare on the side streets of San Fran. The service was really laid back but attentive. It's a higher priced restaurant but the service didn't nor the ambience made me feel like it was... the typical high priced restaurant. My quick down and dirty feedback is: - Popcorn - app that was good and nicely seasoned - Soft Shell Crap - with soy, ginger and pineapple - recommended - Brokaw Avocado - fried green beans and avocado - good - Kimchi Fried Rice - best thing on the menu! - Opah - a fish that seems alot like tuna. I'd never had it before but it seemed well cooked and very meaty. Overall, the food was highly salted (miso/ teriyaki seasoning). The service was the best thing, oh the desert was just as good. More

Very nice location, very interesting food experience (we tried the roasted octopus and the kinchi fried rice), great and impressive dinner!

Great vibe, great energy, amazing food and service that can't be beat. I've been trying to get into Liholiho for years when I'm in town for a quick visit and the wait was worth it, but I'll be pissed the next time I can't get... in. More

What a pleasant surprise. The food was great. And I loved the dessert. The atmosphere was fun. The staff were all friendly and helpful.

Excellent food all meant for sharing with wide variety of Asian themed cuisine. New and hip restaurant which is still casual. Make reservations early as they are hard to obtain. Service is good, not great.

After flying in from NY, I was keen for something tasty and fresh, found this place on TA and wanted to check it out. Unpretentious, welcoming, the food was bang on and the cocktails wash down perfectly. This is a great place.

Can't rate the food since we never got a chance to eat anything. We went in, we told that we could eat at the bar since all tables were full. However, they seriously don't know how to handle that kinda simple situation (which almost every... restaurant I have seen does better) and it is a total chaos on who sits where and when (we didn't want to start a yelling competition with another group). The waitress didn't seem to care (maybe because we were only two paying customers against 5, who knows?). We decided to leave with a very bad experiencd from the place which almost ruined our evening. Don't go, if you have not reserved a table. More

1) This is what I'd call a 'funky' Asian/Hawaiian fusion place in a sketchy part of SF. (When we went there, we witnessed the police arresting a drug dealer right on the corner. It was like watching a live cop show.) That's not to say... this is an 'unsafe' area, just keep your eyes open. It's in a section of town called TenderNob (a juncture of NobHill (very posh section of town) and the Tenderloin -- not so nice area of town. 2) First, the name-- the restaurant doesn't have anything to do with a Yacht club and other than a Hawaiian influence in the food-- you'll not feel like it's Hawaiian either. So it's great name, but not that descriptive. Is a totally 'chill' restaurant with a funky sound track to boot. So if you're looking for hoity-toity dress up place this isn't the place for you. People here were ultra casual. 3) The head chef grew up in Hawaii on Oahu and is of Hawaiian - Chinese- Indian heritage - Ravi Kapur is 38 and cooks what he likes to prepare for his family. He's into what's called “The Aloha Spirit , the way people are treated, that’s the most important thing in my restaurant,” is what he says. 4) OK..the FOOD.... Most people on this forum said to order the popcorn -- I think you can skip the popcorn, it's not that interesting. It's buttery and spicy, no big whoop, you can skip it. (see Picture). It isn't bad, but you don't need it. 5) The Poke tuna is to DIE FOR. (See Pic), it's on top of a homemade cracker, highly recommended, comes in a serving size of 2. Good Appetizer. 6) We also ordered the Little Gems salad - it has shaved Corn, fava beans, a very tasty dressing on it, tasted great, easily shareable (See Pic). 7) The Tuna Belly - is a nice portion size and is spiced excellently -- the chef has a way of combining the sweet and the sour and the spicy and the hot together magnificently. Highly recommend this dish. 8) The octopus salad is another winner - (see pic) - Grilled Octopus pieces along with spicy potatoes and greens. Highly recommend. 9) The Opah (sp?) fish this was our biggest course - it tasted exquisite. Hard to describe how it tasted, it's a white fleshy fish and like everything else has unique flavors (see pic).\ 9a) Dessert is not to be missed - see pictures - we ordered the pistachio dessert and the Hawaiian one - I thought both were great, the Pistachio one was better - it had a meringue-like enclosure for the nuts with a amaretto/cherry flavor... I am still thinking about it.. 10) Net/Net be cautious in this part of town, the is a casual place with rocking' music that plays, there is an 'open' kitchen so you can see the chef in action. The place is packed, so make sure you have reservations and if you don't you can hover until people leave with your best chance of getting a table either super early or late. One last thing - service is a 15 out of 10 -- each server knew everything about all dishes. And....don't forget the cocktails - we got the Skipper and it was to die for. More

LIHOLIHO YACHT CLUB, San Francisco - Lower Nob Hill - Updated 2024 Restaurant Reviews, Menu & Prices - Tripadvisor

• Service: 4.5
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Ratings and reviews, location and contact, michelin guide's point of view.

My wife and I visited Liholiho after a LONG workday. I was pleased to find an available reservation without booking a week or more in advance. We arrived early and our table was ready. The staff was pleasant, attentive, but not intrusive. We shared one... appetizer, one entre, and one dessert. Everything was superb. Do NOT MISS the Backed Hawaii. It was even better than the Swordfish, which I highly recommend. The bill was a tad more than we would have liked ($90+), but we were very pleased with the overall experience. Give 'em a try. Also, if you plan to stroll there look at the topography. The restaurant is definitely UPHILL from mission street, Union square, Yerba Buena, and the Embarcadero. Walking through many places in SF is kind of dicey these days. So a quick uber/lyft/ or taxi is probably best. We got a ride for ~$10 each way. More

We visited last night. Liholiho has a fabulous vibe & everyone was just lovely. The food is out of this world. Just vibrant & interesting & novel & utterly delicious. We had two fish dishes to share - the cod & the swordfish & both... were so fresh & the accompanying elements made each dish unique. We didn’t order appetisers as we wanted to leave room for dessert but we shared the chips & kimchi dip which again were just delicious and unique. Desserts were sublime & beautifully presented. Would highly recommend booking a table here for whenever you can - they were rightly busy all night. Special shout out to Alejandro who looked after us so wonderfully and made the whole experience even better. We will definitely be back next time we visit S.F. More

I liked this place! it is worth the hype in my opinion. The vibe in liholiho is great, music is on point. servers and bartenders are friendly and approachable. The castaway is def a hit, I usually don't like sherry, but this one is super... good. With smooth and creamy and not being too sweet, We ordered the lobster as appetizers. Actually this can be an entree given the portion! It is damn delicious, love their source with black beans. Though being a meat lover, I tried the whole fish tail and didn't regret a bit! It is huge in portion, and full in flavor. We didnt get the spam which every one is raving for, probably next time! Minus one star is dessert is actually not that impressive, baked alaska is good in presentation, but just around average in taste. Also, the bathroom is not clean enough.. We will be back next week going to try more items such as shortribs or wagyu steak! More

The game hen was not properly cooked, I should have sent it back, parts of it were still raw. Yeck! No wonder my stomach was in such a state last night. Otherwise, the swordfish main was great. But will all the mains, they are made... for two! I would go for the appies, then share one main if you have a partner. But avoid the game hen. And yes, my bad for not saying anything. And no, there is no view of the water from this very "modern" eatery. More

I was put off even before we went to the restaurant because of the impossibility of making a reservation. There were no spots earlier than 10pm available for about a month, which was the whole period that it was possible to make a reservation for.... I thought it must be a mistake so I called the restaurant. I was given a vague explanation and felt I was being given the runaround, so decided to look at the Yelp reviews and learned that if one gets there before the restaurant opens at 5pm there's a good chance of getting a walk-in table. We did this but were not able to get a table because there were about 8 people ahead of us, and were told there was a 2-3 hour wait. We opted to wait in the downstairs room because the seats were more comfortable than the high stools at the bar. We tried a couple of appetizers and had drinks. I did think that the food must be good since it seemed so popular, but it was only average. The beef tartare was not that flavorful and the crackers that went with it were stale. The tuna poke was like the poke you get from the supermarket in Hawaii. My partner was given about 1/4 inch of wine. They heard our sarcastic comments about it and gave him more wine for his second drink. We went back up to the bar when we found out we couldn't get the full menu downstairs and ordered a couple more appetizers. I was not impressed with anything I ate there. What annoyed me the most was that the whole time we sat at the bar, most of the tables were empty. Why all the fuss about giving us a table? Are they trying to seem trendy and important? We went home and I never did get a call from the restaurant to say they had a table for us. The whole experience was really ridiculous. In addition, we spend part of the year living in Maui, and this food did not even resemble Hawaiian food. More

A friend recommended this place, and I made a reservation literally the earliest date that I was allowed to (can only reserve 30 days in advance) and the earliest time available was 9:45. But it was worth it; every dish we ordered (family style) from... the yellowtail appetizer to the short ribs with bone marrow were all amazing. Felt it was definitely worth the late time slot (it was definitely busy until around 11:30 and was a Wednesday night) More

I was looking forward to dining at Liho-Liho for a long time due to its popularity. We finally booked a table and while the food was really good, it wasn’t amazing in my opinion. Also service wasn’t great. I feel like the waiters were not... very friendly and didn’t give us much attention. For some reason, also, I got VERY sick when I got home. So it just made my whole experience worse. More

An impossible place to get into, Liholiho offers a little Hawaiian flare on the side streets of San Fran. The service was really laid back but attentive. It's a higher priced restaurant but the service didn't nor the ambience made me feel like it was... the typical high priced restaurant. My quick down and dirty feedback is: - Popcorn - app that was good and nicely seasoned - Soft Shell Crap - with soy, ginger and pineapple - recommended - Brokaw Avocado - fried green beans and avocado - good - Kimchi Fried Rice - best thing on the menu! - Opah - a fish that seems alot like tuna. I'd never had it before but it seemed well cooked and very meaty. Overall, the food was highly salted (miso/ teriyaki seasoning). The service was the best thing, oh the desert was just as good. More

Very nice location, very interesting food experience (we tried the roasted octopus and the kinchi fried rice), great and impressive dinner!

Great vibe, great energy, amazing food and service that can't be beat. I've been trying to get into Liholiho for years when I'm in town for a quick visit and the wait was worth it, but I'll be pissed the next time I can't get... in. More

What a pleasant surprise. The food was great. And I loved the dessert. The atmosphere was fun. The staff were all friendly and helpful.

Excellent food all meant for sharing with wide variety of Asian themed cuisine. New and hip restaurant which is still casual. Make reservations early as they are hard to obtain. Service is good, not great.

After flying in from NY, I was keen for something tasty and fresh, found this place on TA and wanted to check it out. Unpretentious, welcoming, the food was bang on and the cocktails wash down perfectly. This is a great place.

Can't rate the food since we never got a chance to eat anything. We went in, we told that we could eat at the bar since all tables were full. However, they seriously don't know how to handle that kinda simple situation (which almost every... restaurant I have seen does better) and it is a total chaos on who sits where and when (we didn't want to start a yelling competition with another group). The waitress didn't seem to care (maybe because we were only two paying customers against 5, who knows?). We decided to leave with a very bad experiencd from the place which almost ruined our evening. Don't go, if you have not reserved a table. More

1) This is what I'd call a 'funky' Asian/Hawaiian fusion place in a sketchy part of SF. (When we went there, we witnessed the police arresting a drug dealer right on the corner. It was like watching a live cop show.) That's not to say... this is an 'unsafe' area, just keep your eyes open. It's in a section of town called TenderNob (a juncture of NobHill (very posh section of town) and the Tenderloin -- not so nice area of town. 2) First, the name-- the restaurant doesn't have anything to do with a Yacht club and other than a Hawaiian influence in the food-- you'll not feel like it's Hawaiian either. So it's great name, but not that descriptive. Is a totally 'chill' restaurant with a funky sound track to boot. So if you're looking for hoity-toity dress up place this isn't the place for you. People here were ultra casual. 3) The head chef grew up in Hawaii on Oahu and is of Hawaiian - Chinese- Indian heritage - Ravi Kapur is 38 and cooks what he likes to prepare for his family. He's into what's called “The Aloha Spirit , the way people are treated, that’s the most important thing in my restaurant,” is what he says. 4) OK..the FOOD.... Most people on this forum said to order the popcorn -- I think you can skip the popcorn, it's not that interesting. It's buttery and spicy, no big whoop, you can skip it. (see Picture). It isn't bad, but you don't need it. 5) The Poke tuna is to DIE FOR. (See Pic), it's on top of a homemade cracker, highly recommended, comes in a serving size of 2. Good Appetizer. 6) We also ordered the Little Gems salad - it has shaved Corn, fava beans, a very tasty dressing on it, tasted great, easily shareable (See Pic). 7) The Tuna Belly - is a nice portion size and is spiced excellently -- the chef has a way of combining the sweet and the sour and the spicy and the hot together magnificently. Highly recommend this dish. 8) The octopus salad is another winner - (see pic) - Grilled Octopus pieces along with spicy potatoes and greens. Highly recommend. 9) The Opah (sp?) fish this was our biggest course - it tasted exquisite. Hard to describe how it tasted, it's a white fleshy fish and like everything else has unique flavors (see pic).\ 9a) Dessert is not to be missed - see pictures - we ordered the pistachio dessert and the Hawaiian one - I thought both were great, the Pistachio one was better - it had a meringue-like enclosure for the nuts with a amaretto/cherry flavor... I am still thinking about it.. 10) Net/Net be cautious in this part of town, the is a casual place with rocking' music that plays, there is an 'open' kitchen so you can see the chef in action. The place is packed, so make sure you have reservations and if you don't you can hover until people leave with your best chance of getting a table either super early or late. One last thing - service is a 15 out of 10 -- each server knew everything about all dishes. And....don't forget the cocktails - we got the Skipper and it was to die for. More

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Top 9 Budget-Friendly Michelin-Recognized Restaurants in California

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April 11, 2023

California is known for its diverse culinary scene, which includes an array of Michelin-recognized restaurants . If you're a food enthusiast on a budget, there's no need to worry – there are plenty of wallet-friendly options for you to enjoy. In this article, we'll explore the top seven budget-friendly Michelin-recognized restaurants in California.

State Bird Provisions, San Francisco

State Bird Provisions offers a unique dining experience with its dim sum-style service. This Michelin-recognized restaurant in San Francisco specializes in delicious, creative, and affordable dishes. With a menu that changes daily, you'll find inventive small plates and California-inspired cuisine. A meal at State Bird Provisions won't break the bank, making it a top choice for Michelin-quality dining on a budget.

Guerrilla Tacos, Los Angeles

Guerrilla Tacos in Los Angeles takes street food to new heights with its Michelin-recognized, flavor-packed tacos. Chef Wes Avila uses locally sourced ingredients to create innovative taco combinations, such as roasted cauliflower and clam ceviche. With its casual atmosphere and wallet-friendly prices, Guerrilla Tacos is an excellent choice for foodies seeking gourmet cuisine on a budget.

Journeymen, Los Angeles

Journeymen, located in Los Angeles , is a Michelin-recognized restaurant that offers a modern take on American cuisine. With a focus on seasonal ingredients and inventive dishes, Journeymen delivers a fine dining experience without emptying your wallet. From wood-fired pizzas to house-made pastas, this eatery is a must-visit for those seeking affordable, high-quality cuisine in the heart of California.

Tacos Oscar, Oakland

Oakland's Tacos Oscar is a hidden gem offering Michelin-recognized Mexican cuisine at an affordable price point. With a focus on sustainability and locally sourced ingredients, this taqueria serves up a variety of mouth-watering taco options in a vibrant and casual setting. Don't miss out on their signature dish, the fried egg taco – a unique and satisfying meal that won't break the bank.

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Liholiho Yacht Club, San Francisco

San Francisco's Liholiho Yacht Club is known for its innovative take on Hawaiian-inspired cuisine. This Michelin-recognized eatery offers a variety of flavorful dishes that fuse Hawaiian, Indian, and Californian flavors. With affordable menu options like spam musubi and marinated poke, Liholiho Yacht Club is an excellent choice for food enthusiasts looking for a unique culinary experience without spending a fortune.

Adana, Glendale

Located in Glendale , Adana offers a taste of authentic Middle Eastern cuisine at wallet-friendly prices. This Michelin-recognized restaurant specializes in Armenian and Mediterranean dishes, such as succulent kebabs, rich stews, and freshly baked flatbreads. The warm atmosphere and generous portions make Adana a perfect spot for those seeking a satisfying meal on a budget.

Longo Seafood, Rosemead

Rounding out our list is Longo Seafood, a Michelin-recognized Chinese restaurant in Rosemead that specializes in fresh seafood dishes. With an extensive menu offering everything from steamed fish to succulent shrimp dumplings, this eatery is ideal for seafood lovers looking for high-quality dining at an affordable price. The elegant setting and attentive service make Longo Seafood a must-visit destination for anyone seeking budget-friendly, Michelin-recognized cuisine in California.

The Chairman, San Francisco

The Chairman, located in San Francisco, offers Michelin-recognized Taiwanese-style bao buns at an affordable price point. With a variety of fillings, such as pork belly, chicken, and tofu, The Chairman's buns are a delicious and satisfying meal. The restaurant also offers sides like garlic noodles and pickled veggies, making it a great option for a quick and tasty meal.

Tacos El Gordo, Chula Vista

Tacos El Gordo, located in Chula Vista, is a Michelin-recognized taqueria that serves authentic Mexican street food at affordable prices. From delicious tacos to flavorful burritos and quesadillas, Tacos El Gordo's menu has something for everyone. Using only the freshest ingredients, the restaurant's chefs create mouth-watering dishes that won't break the bank. If you're looking for a taste of Mexico without spending a fortune, Tacos El Gordo is the perfect choice.

In conclusion, California offers a variety of Michelin-recognized restaurants that cater to food enthusiasts on a budget. From innovative tacos to exquisite seafood dishes, there are plenty of options for those looking to enjoy high-quality dining without breaking the bank. Whether you're craving Taiwanese bao buns, Middle Eastern kebabs, or authentic Mexican street food, you're sure to find a budget-friendly, Michelin-recognized restaurant that satisfies your taste buds in California.

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