Duggan Burke
Went for thanksgiving dinner buffet 2025. On arrival the staff claimed they did not have our reservation. After showing them the numerous confirmation emails/texts, they were able to seat us magically. They were able to even look me up and see the confirmation texts I got from them. A restaurant not having a reliable reservation system is unacceptable.
The food was lacking finesse and variety I would expect at the price point. Some of the dishes were not properly warmed underneath so you ended up with cool food. Most of the cooked vegetables, like green beans and carrots, were slightly undercooked. There was also not much variety at all. The dim sum and sushi was a sad attempt to differentiate themselves. I do not see a reason they should include it if they wish to create an excellent meal, it is overall sub par. Overall it felt like they did not try very hard.
The main thanksgiving dishes of turkey, prime rib, stuffing, and mashed potatoes were done well and the meat was quite good. The dessert bar was also sub par for the price point. It mostly was just various cakes cut up into slices or small squares. They did have pumpkin pie, it was not special. Everything seemed pre-made by other bakeries/stores.
The atmosphere also left something to be desired. The restaurant was not full which would be fine, but indicates people know it’s not worth going to. Even if it was full, it is still too spread out. Did not feel like a pleasant atmosphere with lots of other people, felt quite empty and business like.
… moreEllen K
The one word that comes to mind to describe our meal was “exciting!” We started with oysters which included a fun variety (fat boy oysters!) and moved on to The Rock. Nothing about the name or the description on the menu actually coveys how EXCITING this life experience was – cooking your own perfectly sliced waguy on a hot rock bathed in olive oil, accompanied by several dipping/spicing options. Sometimes, all you need is a perfectly seared slice of waguy, and I don’t even usually eat red meat. Divine! Even the next course of onion soup was somehow both really comforting and a delightful combination of flavors and textures, including the perfect gruyere cheese. We got two different fish mains and shared them both and each one was outstanding. The thousand year old coconut rice? Why are you so delicious? And the broth that accompanied the miso cod was just the perfect combination of umami scents and flavors. I can’t emphasize how good this broth was, but let’s just say not a drop was wasted. Even the pineapple cobbler we split for dessert was really well balanced. It’s a little difficult to find (on the second floor of Hotel Nikko just off Union Square) but well worth the visit!
… moretlynch
We have been going to Anzu for several years now and eat here at least once any time we are in San Francisco. And we have gotten to know several of the staff. Alaina in the bar makes delicious cocktails. William, one of the bussers, is always polite and friendly in his greetings. Deepak, the main waiter, is by far, one of the main reasons we keep coming back. Yes, the food is excellent and carefully thought out, the atmosphere and ambiance are prefect for a quiet evening meal, the menu is not extensive but varied and includes a sushi bar in the restaurant, but Deepak goes above on beyond to make dinning at Anzu a truly rewarding experience. Over the years he has taken the time to remember our drink and food preferences (and allergies) and offers suitable alternatives if something is not available. Even on occasion bringing us an old favorite no longer on the current menu! We always feel extra welcome here and Deepak expresses genuine interest in our travel plans, sometimes offering travel tips for our time in the city when we have nothing specific going on. I honestly cannot imagine the Anzu experience being the same without Deepak!
… moreWan Jou Angeles Liu
A quiet retreat while staying in Hotel Nikko.
I got in the restaurant after 10pm. It was a nice restaurant to either hang out or dining alone.
Miso soup was soooo good! Authentic and full of flavor. 10/10 recommended!
Lobster roll was just okay though.
… moreKesha Lynne
The moment I was seated the service was perfect! The first night I had Wagyu Steak with Vegetarian sushi, and the best Saki. The next evening I had Lamb, Smoky Old Fashioned Saki and Mango Sherbet. Thank you Maria for being a great Hostess and Deepak was the best! Celebrating 20year of life and legacy of my niece Jamila P Scott with Anzu was perfect! Thank you all the staff I encountered!
… moreKolleen O. Machado
Came here for Easter Brunch and thoroughly enjoyed the food. They had a wide variety of traditional American breakfast and Japanese cuisine options. It wasn’t crowded when we arrived at 11am though by the time we left the place was full. Would recommend getting in early before the crowd because it was very peaceful.
… moreChia-chen Lehahn
We only had breakfast here once. The service is excellent. However the food was lukewarm when we got it. There was also a service charge in addition to tips so overall it was not worth the price we paid.
… moreJanice Chau
I really enjoyed the ambiance and the service was great. The food itself didn’t impress though, I picked from the sushi menu and it was good but for the price I think there are better value options.
… moreAnne Costisella
Everything was perfect. The staff was lovely, the meal was delicious and the cocktails were amazing.
… moreSteven Clegg
We spent first night at the bar and second night dining and the bar after. The food was great with the exception of the Anzu roll which was just a average tasting sushi roll. The filet mignon was cooked perfectly and melted in your mouth. It was David’s first weekend bartending for Anzu. He was awesome but seemed to be thrown in there without being properly trained on their system. Also what kind of establishment has the only bartender leave the bar to take orders and serve drinks at the tables? Kudos to David for a job well done!
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