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Large Party Room - ABSteak by Chef Akira Back - San Francisco, San Francisco, CA

ABSteak by Chef Akira Back - San Francisco

4.5
4.5
49 Reviews
$50 and over
Korean

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 5 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Neighbourhood gem
Korean steakhouse with dry-aged meats, expertly crafted cocktails and world-class service where the heart and soul of authentic Korean flavors seamlessly intertwine with the essence of a fine steakhouse.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Korean, Steakhouse, Barbecue
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu 17:30–20:30 Fri, Sat 17:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (415) 421-9014
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Area
    SOMA
  • Cross Street
    Ellis & Cyril Magnin
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 49 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
ABSteak by Chef Akira Back in San Francisco offers a unique high-end Korean BBQ experience. Guests rave about the "great service and better food," with standout dishes like the "Satsuma Wagyu" and "Galbi fried rice." The ambiance is "beautiful," and the staff's attentiveness ensures a memorable dining experience. Highly recommended for special occasions.

49 Reviews
  1. Sonia VIP

    San Francisco22 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    This place is like a hidden gem. The food was delicious as were the drinks. Great selection of meat cuts and each side we tried was yummy! The service needs to be drastically improved - 1 server for an entire area. He not only forgot to bring our drinks out, which we had to finish AFTER the entire meal was done, but he also did not bring us a salad and then told us that since they removed our plates, he didn't think we needed it. He was very slow to check on us, so we had to 'check in' on him to get things we needed. We're obviously okay to pay the high prices but it warrants much better service.

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  2. Jennie VIP

    San Francisco22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Found this new restaurnt in th city, and this is such a great find! Pleasantly welcomed by the hostess though we are early, every servers were very patient and detailed to explain through all the dishes and drinks where we were spoilt for choice. The serving of the meat were amazing especially with the A5 wagyu which was stunning! Soju recommended by the server was so good and the portion of meat were generous. Ended the night with dessert and they were soo delicious even though we were stuffed. Amazing experience and will definitely come back for sure!

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  3. Vanessa VIP

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    I’ve been here 4 times , and even though our waiter was very nice ! some rude lady name Angela kept bothering us all night, first as soon as we sat and order .. Angela came and interrupted our conversation by saying it was last call for food ? we just sat! then keep coming to interrupt us rushing us up and never said excuse just came and grab things from the table , stand there next with a bad attitude until i finally had it and told her to leave us alone , horrible experience

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  4. OpenTable Diner VIP

    San Francisco3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Truly one of the best dining experiences in SF— and I’m a big foodie.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco1 review

    2.0

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    What should’ve been a one hour experience stretched to almost 3. It was very, very slow and frustrating for our dinner guests.

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  6. MO (Marilen)

    San Francisco6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience! The food was so delicious! Love this place! Staff was friendly & warm! Service is great! Will be going back with more friends. Thank you to who served us for your excellent service 💛

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  7. Robert

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 14 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great value! Will be back again! Thanks for a great dining experience.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Sacramento1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 12 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great high-end k bbq/ steakhouse SF needed. Quality of meat is uncompromising. Creative, and well-accompanying kitchen dishes should not be overlooked. The Chef is very handsome as well.

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  9. Jordan VIP

    Phoenix4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Why was the interior temperature so cold. It was freezing

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  10. Travis

    Amarillo1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and better food. Loved the galbi and the ribeye

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ABSteak by Chef Akira Back - San Francisco is rated 4.5 stars by 49 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 5 times today
Google Map for ABSteak by Chef Akira Back - San Francisco

124 Ellis St, San Francisco, CA 94102

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Ellis & Cyril Magnin
  • Area
    SOMA
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu 17:30–20:30 Fri, Sat 17:00–21:00
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Korean, Steakhouse, Barbecue
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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