Lord Stanley

In a storybook Victorian building on a corner in Russian Hill, restaurant Lord Stanley’s streamlined interior frames striking dinner platings of naturally ornate seasonal local ingredients, artfully presented with a modern touch. Items like confit morel mushroom galette or onion petals with Sherry vinegar are available a la carte; but the chefs’ tasting menu with optional beverage pairings is a must for the full experience.

Wine director Louisa Smith curates a tight list of exclusively organic and biodynamic wine from all styles and geographic regions. Wines like Giardino’s chewy Coda di Volpe from Italy represent the bolder side of the natural wine spectrum while bottles from producers like Francis Boulard of Champagne and Raft Wines of California are textural, though tend to be less immediately rustic. Smith’s own extensive experience as a winemaker brings a wonderful energy to her list and service.

Corkage is $30 per bottle for up to 2 bottles. $60 per 3 + bottles