Ox & Tiger in San Francisco

One of the most unique and personal dinner experiences! The owners mold every menu to their personal stories and share the background of each dish. This is such a great dinner event that feels Joe a community experience

Super cute experience! Only seven seats in this little gem. The two chefs prep the four course meal in front of you and tell little stories about the food as you eat! Culinary storytelling at its best! The Kobe tartar was definitely the highlight -- lots of love is going into these dishes and the menu changes regularly. The price point surely makes it accessible and will keep us coming back for more! Dont forget to ask about the eclectic ice cream flavours that this team curates - ours was porcini mushroom for dessert and it was surprisingly addictive! Kudos to the team for an awesome experience!

What a treat! We had the four course menu “Never say never” and everything was absolutely delectable! The menu changes every 6-8 weeks, with hardly any repeats.Hitomi and EJ are the best, sharing stories about the dishes and food that you almost feel like you’re getting dinner and a show. Loved the curated music. It seems like every detail is lovingly thought out.The oysters were so unique and I love that they were served with calamansi. The tempua?! (Tuna hand roll) was seasoned with some of my favorite flavors. The octopus was braised and grilled to perfection. Better than I’ve ever had it prepared previously. The beef cheek melted in our mouths and I loved the sauce! The dessert was the right about of sweetness and who knew carrot ice cream would be that fabulous?!I hope we can come back every two months because it was such a great experience. I love how they mix their two cultures together (Filipino and Japanese) in such a way that is creative and really fabulous.

Genuinely one of the most delightful dining experiences of my life. The owners are incredibly friendly and sweet, their stories are fascinating, their food is transcendent, and their curated playlists are a perfect complement. Id go here every single time they change menu if I lived in SF.

Hands down one of the best dining experiences you’ll have in San Francisco! They provide a 4 course menu that changes every 6-8 weeks, with the option to add a drink pairing and a special extra dish. The food is exceptional, and comfortingly down to earth. And the portions are perfectly sized where you feel full and satisfied at the end, but not overwhelmed or heavy. The owners, Hitomi and EJ, pair each course with a story about the origins of the dish which adds another layer to enjoy. The space is intimate with just 8 seats, creating an environment where you can learn something new about Filipino and Japanese cultures, Northern California food and farming, and the people dining alongside you. It’s a wonderful place to celebrate special occasions or to treat yourself. We recommend buying out all the seats for your friend group and it feels like a private dining experience!

Such a wonderful experience that feels so special. Food is great, ambiance amazing, chefs are incredible. Will be back since the menu changes frequently!

The vibes are as if your best friends are hosting a dinner party. Incredibly unique flavors across the courses, and the hosts have a fun little story for each one! We really felt like we knew them by the end of it and we were so satisfied with the meal. Bring your own rice if you want!

We had an amazing time at Ox & Tiger! Both the chefs were extremely friendly, kind, and welcoming. The tasting menu was fantastic, and the chefs shared the genesis story for each dish, bringing us with them on their journey. Would highly recommend!

- Taste/Range of Flavors (out of 5): 5- Service (out of five): 5- Price ($ = 100 per person): $$- Would recommend to close friend (yes/no): Yes- Review: This was a great experience all around! We enjoyed going here for our anniversary. The restaurant is located where Tselogs used to be. The owners/chefs are a cute couple that bring homesickness and nostalgia to their dishes. Their fusion is akin to Gaia the Fierce Knight and Curse of Dragon; it’s a combination that seems like it was always meant to be. We plan on returning when their new menu drops and hope to get our friends hooked on this place as well.

Not just a meal (and truly one of the tastiest meals youll ever find in San Francisco), but it was possibly the warmest dining experience Ive ever had. The theme of the 4 courses the night I got to experience them (4/22/2024) was foods that the owners of the restaurant disliked as children. No way I could have known that without them sharing the stories that inspired each Filipino-Japanese fusion dish because the flavors were so exquisite that I could only assume someone would dislike them due to dietary restrictions, allergies, or having the limited palate of a 2 year old. The final dish reminded me so much of my parents Filipino cooking that I could have teared up. Part of the amazing conversational experience was also in the intimate atmosphere allowing complete strangers to get to know each other for a meal. This place is a must-experience.