Very Hard to book· Resy· $$$$

Benu.

SoMa, San Francisco · Asian

Not monitored

Corey Lee's three-Michelin-starred Asian-American tasting menu — the faux shark fin soup and xiao long bao are iconic courses in a sleek, minimal space

Can’t get a reservation at Benu? We monitor Resy around the clock. When a table opens, you get an email with a direct link to book.

§ 01 · Quick facts
24/7
Monitoring
Instant
Alert delivery
30 days
Booking window
§ 04 · The problem

Why Benu is very hard to book.

Corey Lee's three-Michelin-starred Asian-American tasting menu — the faux shark fin soup and xiao long bao are iconic courses in a sleek, minimal space. Reservations on Resy open 30 days in advance and typically sell out within minutes. Cancellations are the most reliable way to get a table — which is exactly what we monitor.

§ 05 · How to get in

Tips for a Benu reservation.

01

Book exactly 30 days out

Benu releases reservations 30 days in advance around Midnight PT. Set your alert to notify you right when new dates drop.

02

Insider tip for Benu

Book at midnight on Resy 30 days out. One of only a few three-star restaurants on the West Coast. Cancellations are rare but worth checking for 2-3 days before your target date.

03

Try bar seating

Many restaurants including Benu offer their full menu at the bar with less competition for seats.

04

Set multiple alerts

With Pro, set alerts for multiple date ranges at Benu to maximize your chances of landing a table.

§ 06 · Keep searching smart

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§ 09 · FAQ

Benu reservations — questions.

How do I get a reservation at Benu?

Set up a ReservationFinder alert for Benu. We monitor Resy around the clock and notify you instantly when a table opens — whether it's a new release or a cancellation. You can then book directly on Resy.

Why is it so hard to get into Benu?

Benu is one of San Francisco's most sought-after restaurants — corey lee's three-michelin-starred asian-american tasting menu — the faux shark fin soup and xiao long bao are iconic courses in a sleek, minimal space. Tables book up within minutes of release, and cancellations are the primary way most diners get in.

When does Benu release reservations?

Benu typically releases reservations 30 days in advance, usually around Midnight PT. However, cancellations happen throughout the day — our 24/7 monitoring catches these the moment they appear on Resy.

What platform does Benu use for reservations?

Benu uses Resy for reservations. ReservationFinder monitors Resy and sends you a direct booking link when availability opens.

How long does it typically take to get a Benu reservation with alerts?

With ReservationFinder alerts, you'll be notified the moment a table opens. Pro tip: book at midnight on resy 30 days out. one of only a few three-star restaurants on the west coast. cancellations are rare but worth checking for 2-3 days before your target date. Being flexible with dates and times significantly improves your chances.