The Progress

We had dinner at The Progress while on my first visit to San Francisco, and were cared for upon entering. The space is charming with amazing interior design. We loved our server's , Susanna, warmth and humor and her suggestions were spot on. There were four of us and, per Susanna's suggestion, ordered two dishes each. We swooned over everything we ate, but some of the highlights were the caviar cloud, seaweed noodles, masa dumplings, black cod and the Dungeness crab. Desserts were over the top...my favorite was the lemon cake! I can't wait to visit The Progress again!

WE came in January 28th for my father's birthday, we were a party of 6 and were seated straight away. This place knows how service works. We had a main server and the rest of the staff helps to ensure things come out and that everyone is happy.Pretty much had everything on the menu, food came out in good order as they ask that we make all of our ordering at the start with exception of desert,m this really helps them time the dining experience and I approve. We were also able of course to add things as we were served that we loved.The duck is my fav and cocktails are creative and tasty.We will definitely be making this place where we celebrate.

The Progress, located in San Francisco and within walking distance from Japantown, offers an exceptional dining experience that justifies its Michelin star. Arriving by bus, I found the restaurant to have a romantic ambiance, with earthy tones that create a warm and intimate setting.This was my second visit, and the menu had changed to reflect the season. The service was incredible--some of the best I've experienced. Reservations are highly recommended at least a week in advance, as this is a sought-after spot.The dishes were a mix of familiar and experimental flavors. The bok choy and tofu dish wasn't my favorite, as it had a slight bitterness and a charred flavor that I wasn't used to, complemented by a lime-forward, Mexican-inspired twist. The pork chop was outstanding, served with beans, parsnip purée, passion fruit sauce, and parsley coulis--it was incredibly tender and generously portioned. The Hokkaido scallop dish, paired with a pumpkin yuzu creamy sauce, was one of the highlights, boasting a rich, delicate flavor.A more adventurous dish, the pig head, was surprisingly light and refreshing, served on a bed of fennel with thinly sliced portions of meat. The caviar potato cloud was deeply umami-rich but on the smaller side, making it less ideal for sharing. One dish that I'd highly recommend is the seaweed noodles, which had a deep oceanic flavor and were topped with bonito flakes that added complexity to both taste and presentation.The plating was beautiful, with their signature chips adding character to each dish. The restaurant has plenty of tables, but it's best suited for smaller parties, as the dishes are designed for sharing. If you're looking for a refined yet adventurous dining experience in San Francisco, The Progress is well worth a visit.

What a lovely experience! The servers were so attentive and professional. I sat down and dropped my fork and immediately someone ran from behind and exchanged it for me. Every time my party went to the restroom, someone would come and fold their towelette. The food was also awesome. We came for the duck, and we left full because we also ordered the seasonal radicchio & persimmon salad and the seaweed noodles. The radicchio and persimmon salad was a wonderful surprise. We weren't sure what flavors to expect nor the size, and both exceeded expectations. The radicchio had a slight kick, almost like wasabi. The sweetness from the persimmon, kick from radicchio, and savory flavor from the Gouda was perfectly blended. Portion size is generous. The seaweed noodles grew on us. It was filling, and it wasn't too salty. The duck is definitely big enough to split between 2 people as a meal itself. The duck paired with the pickled cabbage was a perfect combo. The fried rice was okay, it had a bit of spice, which I didn't love. However, it was still very enjoyable. No complimentary birthday items (candle if you order dessert) not complimentary bread.

We had dinner reservations on a Sunday night and it was such a popular spot (everyone sitting next to us was also celebrating a birthday)! It was a lively and stylish spot. We ordered the bok choy, smoked duck, kelp noodles, and some other small dishes. All were very good, but the duck was a standout, even good a day later reheated by boyfriend.The rice was flavorful with duck fat and everything was cooked to perfection.Such a nice spot for a special occasion

I came here for my birthday dinner and had an absolutely wonderful time and experience. Service was attentive and kind, plus the ambiance is stunning. My favorite dishes of the night were the pig head, smoked duck and scallops. The drinks were also delicious and well balanced. If you need a spot for a special occasion, this is the place for you.

The Progress is a good alternative to State Bird Provisions (same owner) because they take reservations and you don't have to wait in a ridiculous line at State Bird Provisions. The vegetarian dishes are definitely the stars here.Here are my $0.02 on the latest menu:* Caviar potato cloud: great amuse bouche; a staple menu item* Radicchio and persimmons with gouda and pecans: epitome of fall flavors; radicchio had a mild flavor that paired well with the sweetness of the persimmons* Cauliflower a la plancha with pumpkin mole: first time having pumpkin mole and it was delicious* Brown butter seaweed noodles with oyster mushrooms and bonito flakes: interesting, but I have had better noodles in Asian restaurants.* Rabbit sausage with red cabbage: rabbit sausage was not seasoned well and the sauce was too acidic; this is one dish that I did not like (1 star off)* Peppermint chocolate cake: good, but tasted like something made from the Trader Joe's peppermint chocolate cake mix* World peace peanut milk: ultimate comfort drink; I always finish my meals here with this drinkIn the past, I have enjoyed their duck with spicy peanuts, which is a standing menu item. None of their other meat items have done well. I should have ordered that one again instead of the rabbit sausage...and saved $46.

We got a burrata appetizer with beans, and it had a nuttiness that I very much appreciated although it started to get a bit one noted after a few bites. We didn't need any more than the portion they gave us.Duck was crazy tender and the rice it came with was crispy, but this may also have been too one noted of a dish to enjoy it till the very last bite. The sweet sauce over the entire dish was overpowering and became slightly too much. Portion size was great! Service was also quick and helpful. Parking in this area is always a toughie

Very warm restaurant with a cozy atmosphere. We ordered:Cauliflower with mole sauce: I am usually not a big vegetable fan, but this was very good and had a nice level of heat.Half duck: Cooked perfectly and was so tender. The sauce that went with it complimented it very well. The rice wasn't outstanding, but was a nice compliment to the duck. Cake: Not too sweet, and the texture was dense - which I prefer. 4.75/5

Went there for my birthday and everything was amazing. Kai was an excellent server and seemed very passionate and knowledgeable about the menu. We got the duck and it was phenomenal. Had to turn down the olive oil cake but will have to go back for it another time!