One of my Favorite Restaurants

Restaurant Review:

Fleur de Lys
777 Sutter Street
San Francisco, CA

Possibly one of the best restaurants in the world, Fleur de Lys is also one of the most expensive. You might think the reason is for the cost of the lush décor, but after eating there you’ll know differently. This is probably the most romantic restaurant in the world and the atmosphere is stunning. Large oil paintings and heavy drapes contribute to an almost Turn-of-the Century aspect, but the food is totally original and new.

The chef at the time of this writing is Hubert Keller. His background is in classical French foods but he delivers them with a twist. My favorite dish from this restaurant is the Japanese Eggplant which is then stuffed with Sardinian couscous. Second in line would be Grimand Duck breast with cardamom, and a mustard glaze.

The menu at Fleur de Lys changes daily. The service is so good as to be obscene—you’ll be treated like royalty, and at these prices, you should. This is probably the only restaurant in San Francisco that can come close to Emerils’, and that ones in New Orleans.

By Gil Weston