Postrio - San Francisco - TravBuddy

Postrio is Wolfgang Puck's notable restaurant in the Union Square area in the Prescott Hotel. We attended a dinner here while at our conference and the food was beyond compare. I've been to several other Wolfgang restaurants over the years but this was by far the best yet. There is also a Postrio at the Venetian in Las Vegas but the menu is different and less expensive at first glance.

This is definitely the most expensive Wolfgang restaurant I've tried to date, but the quality of the food did not disappoint. There was a rather large group of us and the restaurant was still packed, even at almost 9pm on a Thursday night, probably not surprising given the number of people in town for this conference.

On this particular night, Postrio was offering several interesting specials and options, including the addition of truffles to any entree! I tried their special appetizer which was was seared Kobe beef, somewhat like a carpaccio. I am unsure of the price since it was not on the menu but my guess is it was over $20 since the Tuna Carpaccio was $20. For an entree, I opted to try their Filet Mignon which had butter poached king crab, forestiere mushrooms, brussel sprouts, bacon lardons, and potato puree ($46).

Most of us did not save room for dessert but how do you dine at a Wolfgang Puck restaurant and not try one!?!? So a couple people ordered different desserts and the table shared them. Their Chocolate Tres Leche Cake ($11) is heavenly but I sincerely doubt you could go wrong with any of the desserts on their menu.

If you are a wine connoisseur, their wine list definitely pleases (34 pages of wines from around the world). And for those who might be overwhelmed by the number of choices, no fear, the sommelier is right near! :-) He provided several options for both California whites and reds which perfectly complimented the group's dining choices.

Definitely call ahead for reservations, and although I did not see anything specifically noted, this is obviously an upscale restaurant and therefore dress apporpriately.