Niku Steakhouse

Heard a lot of positive reviews so I came to check it out. Here's a few recs... Sit at the chefs counter! It's such a special experience looking into the cooking process and this is what made the dining top notch. NY strip was my favorite. The marbling was exceptional, the dry age flavor was subtle, and the meat was so tender. Order this! Crispy pig ears were a second favorite -- crispy, fatty, and asian flavors. Hit the spot for me Lastly, even though we went in hungry, the majority of the menu is quite heavy. One steak can easily be enough for two along with a few sides

Heard a lot of positive reviews so I came to check it out. Here's a few recs... Sit at the chefs counter! It's such a special experience looking into the cooking process and this is what made the dining top notch. NY strip was my favorite. The marbling was exceptional, the dry age flavor was subtle, and the meat was so tender. Order this! Crispy pig ears were a second favorite -- crispy, fatty, and asian flavors. Hit the spot for me Lastly, even though we went in hungry, the majority of the menu is quite heavy. One steak can easily be enough for two along with a few sides

We had the privilege of hosting our wedding reception dinner at Niku Steakhouse, and it was nothing short of extraordinary. From the moment we walked in, the service was impeccable—attentive, warm, and tailored to every need. The food was absolutely amazing, with each dish being not only delicious but also uniquely crafted to elevate the entire dining experience. The steaks were beyond incredible—so tender and perfectly cooked that they literally melt in your mouth. We were initially worried there wouldn’t be enough food, but we were SO stuffed by the end of the night, and ended up with five to-go bags! Even with our small group, there was more than enough to satisfy everyone. Niku Steakhouse truly made our wedding dinner unforgettable, and we highly recommend it for anyone looking for exceptional food and service. We want to give a special shoutout to our Event/catering coordinator Chloe, & primary 2 servers Reuben and Carolina for exceptional service.

We had the privilege of hosting our wedding reception dinner at Niku Steakhouse, and it was nothing short of extraordinary. From the moment we walked in, the service was impeccable—attentive, warm, and tailored to every need. The food was absolutely amazing, with each dish being not only delicious but also uniquely crafted to elevate the entire dining experience. The steaks were beyond incredible—so tender and perfectly cooked that they literally melt in your mouth. We were initially worried there wouldn’t be enough food, but we were SO stuffed by the end of the night, and ended up with five to-go bags! Even with our small group, there was more than enough to satisfy everyone. Niku Steakhouse truly made our wedding dinner unforgettable, and we highly recommend it for anyone looking for exceptional food and service. We want to give a special shoutout to our Event/catering coordinator Chloe, & primary 2 servers Reuben and Carolina for exceptional service.

My new favorite steakhouse in SF.The service was exceptional, with attentive and knowledgeable staff who offered great recommendations.The cocktails were a highlight, expertly crafted and perfectly complementing the delicious food.From the sizzling steaks to the vibrant flavors, every bite was a delight.Overall, this place combines amazing food, stellar service, and refreshing cocktails for an evening you won't forget! 🌺Highly recommend!

My new favorite steakhouse in SF.The service was exceptional, with attentive and knowledgeable staff who offered great recommendations.The cocktails were a highlight, expertly crafted and perfectly complementing the delicious food.From the sizzling steaks to the vibrant flavors, every bite was a delight.Overall, this place combines amazing food, stellar service, and refreshing cocktails for an evening you won't forget! 🌺Highly recommend!

Seasonal and inspired appetizers. A good selection of steak cuts, including a Wagyu tasting. Niku offers an inspired steakhouse experience. The space is rather intimate and can get loud, but having a conversation is still easy. Counter seatings allow diners to get really close to the grilling and kitchen actions. ---- I really enjoyed the whole experience at Niku Steakhouse. Everything seems to be just right. The room was lit just enough so that you didn't need to use your cell phone flashlight to read the menu. The music was played just loud enough so you don't have to endure awkward silence on a date or yell to have a conversation. The service was friendly and attentive despite having a full house. The menu offers enough options for everyone, from traditionalists to adventurous eaters, without being overwhelming. Niku really sets the bar for a modern Steakhouse experience. We sat at the counter, which offered a great view of the grill. We got to see the chefs making appetizers and grilling steaks, and really saw the passion and attention to detail when preparing the food. It was amazing to watch the chef at the grill station moving the steak around for the perfect doneness, relying on metal testers and experience. By the way, it really made you want to get a tomahawk steak, but we resisted the urge. The service staff offered suggestions without being pushy. They confirmed my wife's aversion to Shiso and made sure it wasn't in the food. We saw the staff go to great lengths to accommodate the many modification requests made to the menu items. We had two different house cocktails that were really tasty. The chicory salad was crisp, and the vinaigrette offered a sharp acidity that really balanced the otherwise rich meal. There are interesting twists in the components of the Wagyu charcuterie. The flavors were intense and sometimes unexpected. I was going to complain about the portion size, but I can see it becoming too much. For the main event, we had the wagyu flat iron and the ribeye. They were simply seasoned, which really allowed the beef to shine (literally and figuratively). I am glad we got two cuts that had different textures and meatiness. The pickled vegetables side provided much-needed acidity, and we ordered the broccolini, pretending to be healthy. The broccolini was amazing. The time it spent on the grill imparted smokiness and the black garlic dressing the umani. We did not have room for deserts.

Seasonal and inspired appetizers. A good selection of steak cuts, including a Wagyu tasting. Niku offers an inspired steakhouse experience. The space is rather intimate and can get loud, but having a conversation is still easy. Counter seatings allow diners to get really close to the grilling and kitchen actions. ---- I really enjoyed the whole experience at Niku Steakhouse. Everything seems to be just right. The room was lit just enough so that you didn't need to use your cell phone flashlight to read the menu. The music was played just loud enough so you don't have to endure awkward silence on a date or yell to have a conversation. The service was friendly and attentive despite having a full house. The menu offers enough options for everyone, from traditionalists to adventurous eaters, without being overwhelming. Niku really sets the bar for a modern Steakhouse experience. We sat at the counter, which offered a great view of the grill. We got to see the chefs making appetizers and grilling steaks, and really saw the passion and attention to detail when preparing the food. It was amazing to watch the chef at the grill station moving the steak around for the perfect doneness, relying on metal testers and experience. By the way, it really made you want to get a tomahawk steak, but we resisted the urge. The service staff offered suggestions without being pushy. They confirmed my wife's aversion to Shiso and made sure it wasn't in the food. We saw the staff go to great lengths to accommodate the many modification requests made to the menu items. We had two different house cocktails that were really tasty. The chicory salad was crisp, and the vinaigrette offered a sharp acidity that really balanced the otherwise rich meal. There are interesting twists in the components of the Wagyu charcuterie. The flavors were intense and sometimes unexpected. I was going to complain about the portion size, but I can see it becoming too much. For the main event, we had the wagyu flat iron and the ribeye. They were simply seasoned, which really allowed the beef to shine (literally and figuratively). I am glad we got two cuts that had different textures and meatiness. The pickled vegetables side provided much-needed acidity, and we ordered the broccolini, pretending to be healthy. The broccolini was amazing. The time it spent on the grill imparted smokiness and the black garlic dressing the umani. We did not have room for deserts.

Niku Steakhouse 1) Drinks: Mr Bob Harris + Ichiban 2) Apps: Beef tartare + Crispy Pig Ears + Crispy Potatoes + Bone Marrow 3) Main: Bryan Ribeye 14 days dry aged 4) Dessert: mandarin sorbet Cocktails were fine—nothing extraordinarily special there. We started with the Beef Tartare, which was absolutely delicious & really set the tone of the meal. We then got served the Crispy Pig Ears & Bone Marrow, which were also really good, but fell a bit short of the tartare. My big problem with the ears was that the sauce made them more and more soggy as you went through + inadvertently made it too salty down at the bottom. The bone marrow looked pretty and tasted good but I felt like there was too little bread to complement the marrow. The ribeye was overall tender & flavorful, but their cook technique leaves a few areas of very stringy/hard to chew tissue. Again, the meat was excellent and more in the zone of rare/blue rare than medium rare, but I loved it overall. The potatoes were delicious as well, given they were the "million layer" style. For a special occasion, I think I would go again, but probably get primarily the beef tartare & ribeye & one carby side. We definitely ordered a bit too much food for two people :) Btw: they’re on InKind! Get your discounts

Niku Steakhouse 1) Drinks: Mr Bob Harris + Ichiban 2) Apps: Beef tartare + Crispy Pig Ears + Crispy Potatoes + Bone Marrow 3) Main: Bryan Ribeye 14 days dry aged 4) Dessert: mandarin sorbet Cocktails were fine—nothing extraordinarily special there. We started with the Beef Tartare, which was absolutely delicious & really set the tone of the meal. We then got served the Crispy Pig Ears & Bone Marrow, which were also really good, but fell a bit short of the tartare. My big problem with the ears was that the sauce made them more and more soggy as you went through + inadvertently made it too salty down at the bottom. The bone marrow looked pretty and tasted good but I felt like there was too little bread to complement the marrow. The ribeye was overall tender & flavorful, but their cook technique leaves a few areas of very stringy/hard to chew tissue. Again, the meat was excellent and more in the zone of rare/blue rare than medium rare, but I loved it overall. The potatoes were delicious as well, given they were the "million layer" style. For a special occasion, I think I would go again, but probably get primarily the beef tartare & ribeye & one carby side. We definitely ordered a bit too much food for two people :) Btw: they’re on InKind! Get your discounts

Second visit here, and I thoroughly enjoyed my dinner again! The warm and friendly service stands out, and the Japanese Wagyu beef was exceptional—melt-in-your-mouth tender with a buttery, lightly sweet flavor. The aged New York steak was perfectly grilled, with a slightly firm texture and a well-balanced salty, nutty taste. I loved the Wagyu Charcuterie, a mix of beef pastrami tongue, jerky, and pâté. The beef pastrami was incredibly tender with a hint of smoky flavor—absolutely delicious. The Crispy Pig Ears were an interesting dish, with a unique texture combining crispy skin and soft bone. The fish sauce caramel was flavorful but a touch too sweet for me. For sides, the crispy potato cubes, cut thinly for extra crunch, were delightful, especially with the whipped soy dip, which had a tangy sour cream-like flavor that balanced the richness. The confit maitake mushrooms were earthy—great for mushroom lovers but a bit strong for my taste. Overall, one of my favorite steakhouses!

Second visit here, and I thoroughly enjoyed my dinner again! The warm and friendly service stands out, and the Japanese Wagyu beef was exceptional—melt-in-your-mouth tender with a buttery, lightly sweet flavor. The aged New York steak was perfectly grilled, with a slightly firm texture and a well-balanced salty, nutty taste. I loved the Wagyu Charcuterie, a mix of beef pastrami tongue, jerky, and pâté. The beef pastrami was incredibly tender with a hint of smoky flavor—absolutely delicious. The Crispy Pig Ears were an interesting dish, with a unique texture combining crispy skin and soft bone. The fish sauce caramel was flavorful but a touch too sweet for me. For sides, the crispy potato cubes, cut thinly for extra crunch, were delightful, especially with the whipped soy dip, which had a tangy sour cream-like flavor that balanced the richness. The confit maitake mushrooms were earthy—great for mushroom lovers but a bit strong for my taste. Overall, one of my favorite steakhouses!

We went to Nizu for date night and had a great time. We ordered the tomahawk for both of us with some sides, paired with fantastic red wine. The restaurant feels intimate and the vibe is classy but not stuffy. We will be back!

We went to Nizu for date night and had a great time. We ordered the tomahawk for both of us with some sides, paired with fantastic red wine. The restaurant feels intimate and the vibe is classy but not stuffy. We will be back!

We had an amazing time at Niku. The atmosphere was relaxing. The service was prompt, attentive, and courteous. And the food was amazing. Some of the items that stood out were the beef tartare, crispy pig ears (absolutely amazing), bone marrow, crispy potato, their parker house rolls, and the ribeye. We also had a wagyu flight of A3, A4, & A5 that is a must try. One last thing: order the wagyu fat brownie if it's on the menu.

We had an amazing time at Niku. The atmosphere was relaxing. The service was prompt, attentive, and courteous. And the food was amazing. Some of the items that stood out were the beef tartare, crispy pig ears (absolutely amazing), bone marrow, crispy potato, their parker house rolls, and the ribeye. We also had a wagyu flight of A3, A4, & A5 that is a must try. One last thing: order the wagyu fat brownie if it's on the menu.