Sorrel

“Amazing vibes at sorrel. Came with a party of 8 on a Sunday night. Each dish was played beautifully and presented with very kind staff. The wine pairings were delicious and well thought. We loved the little gift of treats they gave us to take home at the end of the night. We were the last ones in the restaurant and didn't feel rushed to leave which we appreciated. Will definitely be coming back”

“My husband and I celebrated a birthday dinner at Sorrel and had such a wonderful experience. The food was excellent, and the wine pairing complemented each course perfectly. Every dish felt thoughtful executed with bright flavors. Lots of seasonal produce and fresh seafood. The ambiance was elegant yet comfortable, making it feel really special without being stuffy. What truly stood out, though, was the incredible service — warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming from start to finish. We left feeling so well taken care of. Highly recommend for a special occasion or a memorable night out in SF.”

“We really enjoyed the atmosphere at Sorrel 💚 It wasn’t overly busy, which created a wonderful sense of privacy and calm. The service was attentive and thoughtful — the waitstaff genuinely cared about our experience and were always ready whenever we needed anything, without being intrusive. The flavors were beautifully executed. In particular, the truffle cockerel pasta stood out — rich, balanced, and memorable. That said, I do hope the restaurant continues to refine certain aspects. The desserts felt underwhelming for a Michelin-level restaurant — during our visit, there were only two ice cream–based options, which came across as a bit too simple and uninspired for this caliber. 🍷The wine list could also benefit from further development, especially with more vintage selections. We ordered a 2017 Pinot Noir and absolutely loved it, but I found it surprising that the sommelier didn’t suggest older vintages, especially after I mentioned that I prefer more mature wines. It’s great that Sorrel offers wine pairing, and my recommendation would be to allow more customization based on guest preferences — that would elevate the experience even further. Overall, we had no negative impressions, and the evening was genuinely enjoyable. I truly hope the restaurant continues to evolve and fine-tune these details, as the foundation is already very strong. Thank you 💕”

“We returned to Sorrel for the third time to celebrate my mother, and while the food remains spectacular—every dish was a hit—the service felt a bit 'off' compared to our previous visits. We found ourselves asking for water refills multiple times and pouring our own wine, which was surprising for a Michelin-starred experience. We also missed a few details, like our requested leftovers being forgotten at the end of the night. Lastly, it was quite chilly inside; I’d recommend diners bring an extra layer! We still love the kitchen's work, but we missed that signature finesse this time around.”

“We recently celebrated an early Valentine’s Day at Sorrel, and overall the experience felt fairly average for a Michelin one-star restaurant. Location-wise, it’s in a relatively safe neighborhood. We arrived a little after 5 PM on a weekday and were lucky enough to find very close street parking. The interior ambience is pleasant — tables aren’t particularly far apart, but the dim lighting creates a sense of privacy and comfort without feeling stiff or overly formal. We opted for the 5-course tasting menu. The first dish, Half Moon Bay Halibut, leaned quite acidic and sharp. Both my boyfriend and I found it a bit too aggressive for our taste. We added oysters as a supplement, which made for a lighter and more enjoyable start. The Sunchoke and Honeynut Squash courses were standouts — rich, well executed, and nicely suited for the season. The Rock Cod course, however, was quite dry and lacked the delicacy one might expect at this level. A more surprising issue was the structure of the seasonal 5-course menu itself — there was no meat course included. For a Michelin one-star tasting menu, this felt like a noticeable gap in the progression, especially since adding a meat dish required ordering an additional supplement. We supplemented with their signature Dry Aged Duck (half). The portion was generous and reasonably priced, though the skin was slightly tougher than expected. Desserts were enjoyable — the Semifreddo and pomegranate sorbet complemented each other nicely, with one being rich and creamy while the other provided a refreshing contrast. Service was professional and well paced — attentive but somewhat reserved rather than particularly warm. We had noted in our reservation that we were celebrating an early Valentine’s Day. While everything ran smoothly, there wasn’t any acknowledgment of the occasion, which made the experience feel slightly less special than we had hoped. Overall, the meal felt competent but not particularly memorable compared with other fine-dining restaurants in the Bay Area. While nothing was especially wrong, it ultimately wasn’t distinctive enough to make me want to return.”