Crenn Dining Group
Crenn Dining Group
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About Crenn Dining Group
Crenn Dining Group is a distinguished culinary collective based in San Francisco, California, founded by acclaimed chef Dominique Crenn. The group is renowned for its innovative approach to French cuisine, emphasizing sustainability, artistry, and a deep connection to nature.
Each establishment under the Crenn Dining Group umbrella offers a unique dining experience, reflecting Chef Crenn's commitment to excellence and environmental responsibility.
Atelier Crenn
At the heart of the group is Atelier Crenn, a three-Michelin-starred restaurant located at 3127 Fillmore Street. Opened in 2011, Atelier Crenn presents a 12-course tasting menu that is both poetic and pescatarian-focused. It highlights the freshest seafood and produce sourced from a partner farm in Sonoma.
The menu is presented as a poem, each line inspired by Chef Crenn's childhood on a farm, creating a deeply personal and immersive dining experience.
Bar Crenn
Adjacent to Atelier Crenn is Bar Crenn, which opened on February 20, 2020. This establishment pays homage to classic French gastronomy while incorporating modern Californian influences.
Bar Crenn features two distinct experiences:
- Le Comptoir: A Michelin-starred counter experience offering a seafood-based tasting menu served live at the bar. Diners enjoy inventive courses plated before them, with a focus on pescatarian and dairy-free cuisine.
- The Lounge: An elegant space for expertly crafted cocktails and an à la carte menu blending Japanese and French culinary traditions. The Lounge offers a relaxed yet refined atmosphere for casual gatherings and special occasions.
Commitment to Sustainability
In 2019, Chef Crenn made a significant commitment to sustainability by removing all land-based meats from her restaurants' menus, focusing exclusively on seafood and vegetables.
This decision underscores her dedication to environmental stewardship and promoting a more sustainable food system.
Recognition and Impact
The Crenn Dining Group's dedication to sustainability and innovation has garnered international recognition. In 2025, Atelier Crenn was included in the extended list of the World's 50 Best Restaurants, ranking at No. 96.
This highlight reflects its continued excellence in the culinary world.
Locations
Crenn Dining Group operates primarily in San Francisco, California, offering some of the city's finest dining experiences:
- San Francisco, CA, US
- San Francisco, CA, USA
Through its trio of establishments—Atelier Crenn, Bar Crenn, and the now-closed Petit Crenn—the group continues to set the standard for fine dining in San Francisco, combining gastronomic excellence with environmental consciousness.