Californios
San Francisco, USA
⭐2 Stars
The Experience
From Michelin Guide
Chef Val M. Cantú's Californios is a divine dining temple where a passionate focus on heritage is applied with masterful technique. The attractive space, with its dark walls, colorful artwork, and lively playlist, keeps things more festive than hallowed, and the patio area is especially pleasant. The foundational elements of Mexican cuisine are elevated here through the team's ingenuity and the utilization of the finest products. Familiar dishes are turned complex and deliciously unique. Lime cured cold-smoked hamachi is presented with a sweet lime aguachile with pickled buddha's hand and cold pressed cilantro, then beer- and mezcal-battered black cod in a sour cherry tamarind salsa makes a nice addition to a tortilla.
Unique Things
From Visitor Experiences
1. Foie Gras Ice Cream: Californios offers a unique and creative dish of foie gras ice cream as part of their tasting menu. 2. Chef Val M. Cantu's Team Cooks Up an Astonishing Number of Courses: The restaurant serves a large number of courses, each one unique and often incredible, showcasing the creativity and skill of Chef Cantu's team. 3. Handpicked Beverage Pairings: Californios offers handpicked beverage pairings that can make your visit even more memorable, allowing you to experience their carefully curated selection of wines and beers.
Ingredient Stars
From Visitor Experiences
["Foie gras","Beef tongue","Venison"]
Menu & Pricing
Current Offerings & Prices
Tasting Menus
- Californios Tasting Menu in The Dining Room: $325 per person (20% service charge, $5 order fee)
- Californios Tasting Menu at The Bar: $325 per person (20% service charge, $5 order fee)