Kiln

Kiln is a contemporary restaurant in San Francisco where chef John Wesley and general manager Julianna Yang bring their talents together. It was included among the two-star restaurants in the MICHELIN Guide California 2025 and is also listed with two stars in the 2026 guide. ^[2][1][3]

The warehouse space feels warm thanks to personable service, while the kitchen delivers artful creations. The tasting menu leans Nordic, using preservation techniques such as curing, drying and fermentation. Dishes may look simple, but they carry intricate technique and compelling flavour combinations. A crispy curl of puffed beef tendon captures the approach; squab breast glazed with burnt honey and served with truffled jus shows its classical side. ^[2]