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Swan Oyster Depot vs Restaurant Gary Danko
Both restaurants are rated very highly by expert writers. On balance, Restaurant Gary Danko is the choice of most professionals compared to Swan Oyster Depot. Restaurant Gary Danko has a TripExpert Score of 97 with positive reviews from 18 sources including Gayot, San Francisco Chronicle and Michelin Guide.
Swan Oyster Depot
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1517 Polk St, San Francisco, CA 94109-3606
From $21 /night
Concierge
"Opened in 1912, Swan Oyster Depot isn't a restaurant, it's a landmark."
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The stools at the long, narrow counter fill up during the lunch hour, so try to get there before or after noon.
Fodor's
"Half fish market and half diner, this small, slim, family-run seafood operation, open since 1912, has no tables, just a narrow marble counter with about a dozen-and-a-half stools."
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Travel + Leisure
"In business since 1912, this Nob Hill neighborhood joint is essentially a seafood diner."
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BlackBook
"Tiny, no-nonsense, and bursting at the gills with the freshest seafood ever since 1912."
DK Eyewitness
"The clam chowder is considered the best in the city by many, but all the seafood here is fresh."
Restaurant Gary Danko
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800 N Point St, San Francisco, CA 94109
From $70 /night
Concierge
"Gary Danko is the city's favorite culinary son; his restaurant is both a serious dining destination and a local favorite that's convivial, never stuffy."
Fodor's
"Be prepared to wait your turn for a table behind chef Gary Danko's legion of loyal fans, who typically keep the reservation book chock-full here."
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Travel + Leisure
"Serving contemporary American cuisine, the Fisherman’s Wharf establishment boasts a 75-seat dining room with light wood shutters, fresh flower arrangements, and white linens."
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BlackBook
"Itching to drop some bookoo cash on an unforgettable meal? Go to Gary. From the exquisite amuse-bouche to the last drop of port, every detail is flawless."
DK Eyewitness
"In spite of the exorbitant prices, Gary Danko has remained one of the favored restaurants in the city for its New American prix-fixes."
