Nestled in the historic Ferry Building, Arquet is redefining San Francisco’s dining scene with bold, innovative cuisine that celebrates local ingredients and global flavors.

Chef Alex Hong, formerly of Sorrel, has transformed the long-vacant Slanted Door space into a vibrant dining destination that promises to tantalize even the most discerning food lovers. The restaurant seamlessly blends farmers’ market freshness with international culinary inspirations, creating a menu that’s both familiar and excitingly novel.

Stand-out dishes include a decadent scallion fry bread that artfully combines Chinese and Native American culinary traditions. This fluffy delicacy comes topped with buffalo-milk ricotta, locally sourced honey from Hong’s Oakland hills hives, and a spicy salsa matcha that rivals the best chili crisp.

The menu doesn’t shy away from showcasing local seafood and produce. Barbecue oysters drenched in vadouvan butter, Dungeness crab salad served on brioche, and a white bean hummus with housemade seaweed lavash demonstrate the kitchen’s commitment to creative, locally-sourced ingredients.

The restaurant’s showstopper might just be the Hot Honey Pasture Raised Organic Chicken. Prepared in a wood oven, the dish features a perfectly glazed, juicy chicken breast and a leg and thigh prepared Nashville hot-style, promising a flavor explosion that will satisfy even the most demanding palate.

With its strategic location near downtown offices, hotels, and the bustling Ferry Building, Arquet is poised to become a must-visit culinary destination. Open every evening from 5 pm, the restaurant offers an inviting atmosphere that feels both familiar and fresh.

For those seeking an exceptional dining experience that captures the innovative spirit of San Francisco’s food scene, Arquet is a destination not to be missed. Reservations are recommended, so plan ahead and prepare for a memorable culinary journey.