Dining At Niku

Does Niku have a dress code?
We embrace a ‘come as you are’ mentality. However, many of our guests do choose to dress smartly for the occasion.

How long will our dinner last?
The average meal at Niku generally lasts a minimum of 2 hours for a party of two, increasing by approximately 30 minutes for each additional guest. Please inform us of any scheduling restrictions during booking, and we will do our best to accommodate.

May I bring my children to Niku?
There is no age requirement to dine at Niku; we are happy to welcome even the smallest guests pending a few considerations: All children must be included in the total guest count for the table to ensure that you have adequate space. Additionally, we ask that all guests be able to sit through the dining experience without being disruptive to the other guests in our intimate dining areas.

Please note we are unable to offer storage for items such as strollers or car seats. High chairs are available upon request.

Does Niku offer Take out?
We do not offer takeout or delivery services.

Does Niku accommodate allergies and/or dietary restrictions?
Upon making your reservation, please note all known allergies or dietary restrictions of all diners. The Culinary team is able to make alterations to certain dishes to adhere to most restrictions.

If there are very severe allergies or a combination of several different restrictions, we recommend providing advanced notice prior to booking. For inquiries regarding allergies or restrictions, please contact info@nikusteakhouse.com

May I bring my own wine to Niku?
Our corkage fee is $80 per standard 750mL bottle (limit 2) or $160 per 1.5L magnum bottle (limit 1).
We kindly ask that bottles brought from outside be limited to selections not represented on our list.

Is there a cake fee / outside dessert charge?
You are welcome to bring your own celebratory dessert for a fee of $6.00 per person. Some restrictions may apply.

Reservations at Niku

What is the largest party size available at the restaurant?
We can accommodate up to six guests at a table in the main dining room. For parties of 6 or more, our private dining room is available to book via our Private Event Inquiry Form.

What is the Cancellation policy?
We do require a 24 hour notice for any cancellations. Any reservations canceled later than 24 hours in advance and no-shows will result in a $25 per person fee.

There is a 15 minute grace period for late arrivals. Please call the restaurant to advise us of your delay.

May I add additional guests to an existing reservation?
Due to our limited size, we encourage any guest increases to be done by calling our restaurant to confirm availability.

How long in advance can I book?
Reservations at Niku are released 30 days in advance. For inquiries within 30 days, you may call us at (415)829-7817 or check OpenTable for availability.

What seating options are there at Niku?
We have several seating options at Niku: The Chef’s Counter offers an up-close experience surrounding the binchotan grill, Dining Room Seatings are comfortably spread throughout our main dining room which fit all occasions, and The High Top Lounge Tables are located closest to the Bar which are perfect for more casual experiences.

Do you offer valet? Where should I park?
We do not currently offer valet. However, there is ample street parking available in the surrounding area.

Does Niku accept Walk Ins?
While reservations are recommended, we do accept walk-ins based upon availability. We offer bar counter seating on a first-come-first-serve basis, which hosts the full Niku dinner menu.

Who can I contact with questions about my reservation?
You can reach our reservations team at any time at info@nikusteakhouse.com