Benu
Contemporary · Asian-American · $$$$
Corey Lee's three-star SoMa flagship — a precise, deeply personal fusion of Korean, Chinese and Californian technique.
Signature dishes at Benu
- ◆ Thousand-year-old quail egg
- ◆ Faux shark-fin soup
- ◆ Signature tasting menu

Illustrative imagery · Contemporary · Asian-American
Benu — diner questions
What should I order at Benu?
Signature choices at Benu include: Thousand-year-old quail egg; Faux shark-fin soup; Signature tasting menu.
What kind of restaurant is Benu?
Benu is a contemporary · asian-american restaurant in SoMa, San Francisco, and holds 3-star Michelin status. Corey Lee's three-star SoMa flagship — a precise, deeply personal fusion of Korean, Chinese and Californian technique.
Where is Benu and how do I book?
Benu is at 22 Hawthorne St, San Francisco, CA 94105. Reserve via https://www.benusf.com.
Can Chauffyr drive me to Benu?
Yes — Chauffyr provides private, fixed-price chauffeur service to Benu and across San Francisco, so your whole party can dine without driving or parking.
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