Lazy Bear

We really enjoyed our time at Lazy Bear. We loved the origin story of the restaurant. Every dish was sourced and prepared with thought and consideration, showcasing the best that CA has to offer by way of ingredients. Some were truly excellent - the onion ring appetizer, the salmon + crispy rice, and the lamb chop come to mind. The service was awesome. Our waiters seemed to truly love what they do and we enjoyed chatting with them and sharing in the experience. The food itself was mostly excellent, though it felt a bit uneven at times and some dishes were much better than others. Still, I’d highly recommend people try Lazy Bear out. It’s a quality restaurant with a lot going for it.

Overall the dinner was enjoyable. I loved the concept, but the food turned out not as spectacular as the servers sang praise to. + Good creativity and range in the menu. High quality ingredients. Highlights were the trout, butter, chicken, and mandarin financier - Personally I need a bit more balance. Some of the dishes were overly salted to my taste, with the fondue dishes being too salty to finish (and I was salty about this because it smelled incredible and had morels my absolute favorite). The wagyu ribeye was beautifully marbled and quite high in fat content already. So I didn’t understand why they served it with the fat cap, upping the fat content even more and making me feel gross after finishing the dish + Beautiful dining room +/- Friendly service, but lowk deteriorated as they got busier. Also not a fan of how they went on about some of dishes being the best you could ever have (most of those were not)

This is an extraordinary Michelin 2-star restaurant. Every dish is so creative and delicious. One will have a dining experience that is both unique and memorable. Definitely recommending it if you are in San Francisco.

An impressive pandemic-era parklet execution, but a return visit is required for the true experience. I visited Lazy Bear in March of 2021 during their outdoor parklet chapter. While the safety protocols meant missing out on the energy of their true communal indoor dining room, the team did a remarkable job transitioning an elevated, high-end experience to a temporary sidewalk setup. I must note that as someone who doesn't care for duck, this turned out to be a highly challenging menu for my personal palate, as duck heavily anchored the meal. However, looking past my subjective protein preferences, the technical execution and sheer creativity of the presentation were undeniable. Every course I was served showed precise artistry despite the outdoor environment, from the intricate visual openers to the complex, multi-layered main courses. The attention to detail, down to the custom cutlery, was notable. Service was highly attentive, and the waitstaff did an excellent job managing the outdoor flow under tough restrictions. My only minor critique is that the interactions felt a bit overly scripted—dish descriptions and conversations sounded more rehearsed than organic—though this was entirely understandable given the rigid operational structures restaurants had to follow at the time. It was great getting to experience Lazy Bear’s impressive resilience during that challenging period, but a return visit to finally evaluate their true indoor dining room experience is still a must.

What a fabulous experience! Loved the booklets- they give out before the dining experience begins so you can take notes, look ahead etc. I opted to let each dish be a surprise (highly recommend). Each course had a story which made the bite even more enjoyable. Everything cooked to perfection and they were able to accommodate my dietary restriction. The atmosphere inside is cozy and warm. Highly recommend. They are very deserving of their 2 Michelin stars!