A seasonal 11- course tasting menu is the only option at Coi, but what a glorious option it is– gourmands of all ages book their tables weeks in advance for a brush with this level of foodie perfection.

Tucked into a strip of North Beach better known for late-night bars and pumping strip clubs, Coi (pronounced “kwah”) quickly whisks you into an alternate universe– a calm, serene world where a quietly polished staff navigates a super-sleek dining room dressed in soothing earth tones and minimalist lines– the perfect backdrop to let Chef Daniel Patterson’s divine creations take center stage.

Known for twisting fresh ingredients into inventive combinations, a spin through the recesses of Patterson’s endlessly creative mind unearths a pair of supremely tender asparagus spears with earthy morels, thyme flowers, and ricotta mousse; a rich, slow-cooked farm egg in a decadent foam of brown butter and Parmesan, paired with nutty farro and erbette chard; or a lovely caramelized jasmine custard, enhanced by hazelnut croquant and cocoa crumble.