Benu
15 expert reviews
“Benu's chef is Corey Lee, former chef de cuisine of The French Laundry and opening sous chef at Per Se.”
– Gayot
Concierge
"Chef Corey Lee showcases his culinary virtuosity in an elaborate 13-course tasting menu that masterfully blends Eastern and Western techniques."
Fodor's
"Chef-owner Corey Lee launched his contemporary American restaurant much to the delight of food-obsessed locals and travelers alike." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"A bowl of wild-salmon roe with puffed buckwheat conjures taste memories of cold soba." Full review
San Francisco Chronicle
4.0
"He takes the authentic textures of Asian ingredients, mixes them with his Western training, and gives everything a breathtaking twist." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Chef Corey Lee showcases his culinary virtuosity in an elaborate 13-course tasting menu that masterfully blends Eastern and Western techniques." Full review
Zagat
"It's a "once-in-a-lifetime" dining experience that's "worth the high price."" Full review
The Infatuation
"Dinner at Benu isn’t entirely about having a lot of money – it’s about how you like to spend the money you’ve got." Full review
Not For Tourists
"Ultra-creative tasting menus worthy of a very special occasion."
goop
"A full-fledged tasting menu kind of place, a reservation here is best reserved for a special occasion." Full review
Where
"This three Michelin star restaurant distills fine dining down to the elements most relevant to modern diners: exquisite ingredients, unique flavors, precise technique and attentive service." Full review