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Saison pairs Modern Fire-Forward Fine Dining with Michelin two-star recognition in 2025 and 2026, plus a Wine Spectator Grand Award in 2026.
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- Address
- 178 Townsend St, San Francisco, CA 94107
- Phone
- (415) 828-7990
- Website
- saisonsf.com
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Michelin two stars and fire-forward cooking
Modern Fire-Forward Fine Dining defines Saison, with Progressive American and Californian cooking at its core. Michelin awarded two stars in 2024, 2025, and 2026, signaling a dinner built for a planned evening rather than a casual meal.
Wine Spectator Grand Award and sommelier-led cellar
Wine Spectator gave Grand Awards in 2025 and 2026, and World’s Best Wine Lists Awards gave a 3-Star rating in 2022. The wine list is extensive and sommelier led, making wine a central part of the format.
Lobster tartare, uni, dry-aged duck, black cod
Lobster tartare, uni, dry-aged duck, and black cod frame the named signatures, while local sourcing supports the Californian emphasis. Formal service, smart casual dress, and conversational noise suit a composed dinner at 178 Townsend St.
At-a-Glance Comparison
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| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saison | Progressive American, Californian | $$$$ | This venue |
| Aphotic | Seafood | $$$$ | Seafood, $$$$ |
| Benu | French - Chinese, Asian | $$$$ | French - Chinese, Asian, $$$$ |
| Luce | Italian, Contemporary | $$$$ | Italian, Contemporary, $$$$ |
| The Wild | Contemporary | $$$$ | Contemporary, $$$$ |
| Harbor House | Progressive American, Californian | $$$$ | Progressive American, Californian, $$$$ |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Forbes 5-Star
Forbes
La Liste Top Restaurants
La Liste
Les Grandes Tables du Monde Member
Les Grandes Tables du Monde
Michelin 2 Stars
Michelin
Opinionated About Dining Top Restaurants in North America Ranked #7
Opinionated About Dining
Relais Chateaux Award
Relais Chateaux
San Francisco Chronicle Top 100 Bay Area Restaurants #83
San Francisco Chronicle
Star Wine List
Star Wine List
Wine Spectator Grand Award
Wine Spectator
World's 50 Best North America's Best Restaurants #22
World's 50 Best
AAA 5 Diamond
AAA
Forbes 5-Star
Forbes
James Beard Award Semi Finalist
James Beard Award
La Liste Top Restaurants
La Liste
Michelin 2 Stars
Michelin
Opinionated About Dining Top Restaurants in North America Ranked #3
Opinionated About Dining
Relais Chateaux Award
Relais Chateaux
We're Smart World 1 Radish
We're Smart World
Wine Spectator Grand Award
Wine Spectator
Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence
Wine Spectator
World's 50 Best North America's Best Restaurants #21
World's 50 Best
Michelin 2 Stars
Michelin
Opinionated About Dining Top Restaurants in North America Ranked #4
Opinionated About Dining
Opinionated About Dining Top Restaurants in North America Ranked #4
Opinionated About Dining
World's 50 Best Best Restaurants #98
World's 50 Best
World's Best Wine Lists Awards WBWL 3-Star
World's Best Wine Lists Awards
World's 50 Best Best Restaurants #46
World's 50 Best
World's 50 Best Best Restaurants #37
World's 50 Best
World's 50 Best Best Restaurants #27
World's 50 Best
Robb Report 100 Greatest American Restaurants of the 21st Century #9
Robb Report
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At a Glance
- Elegant
- Sophisticated
- Intimate
- Modern
- Date Night
- Special Occasion
- Celebration
- Open Kitchen
- Extensive Wine List
- Sommelier Led
- Local Sourcing
Current opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 5–9:30 PM
- Wednesday
- 5–9:30 PM
- Thursday
- 5–9:30 PM
- Friday
- 5–9:30 PM
- Saturday
- 5–9:30 PM
- Sunday
- Closed
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Rustic-chic warehouse with exposed brick, reclaimed wood, soaring ceilings, and dramatic open kitchen illuminated by the striking wood-fired hearth.