"There aren’t many places in the Bay Area doing fine Korean dining at the same level Ssal. Here, chef Junsoo Bae deftly marries seasonal and local ingredients like Wolfe Ranch quail and summer corn with Korean cooking techniques. The result is flavors and dishes that feel both unexpected and slightly nostalgia-inducing. The spartan space makes a pristine backdrop for the dozen or so courses that comprise the tasting menu." - Lauren Saria, Eater Staff