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 Fresh sushi downtown |
542A Mason Street San Francisco, CA 94102 United States +1 415 989 8218 |
This downtown Japanese restaurant serves a delectable range of items that includes such classics as sushi, udon and donburi, tempura and teriyaki dishes. But the real treat is the critically acclaimed sushi. This is a small, but comfortable, Japanese restaurant and sushi bar with traditional Asian trappings, often frequented by downtown professionals. Watch out, when dishes say spicy, they mean spicy. You may want to accompany your meal with a domestic or imported beer. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Tempting tapas! |
3198 16th Street (at Guerrero Street) San Francisco, CA 94103 United States +1 415 621 2211 http://www.andalusf.com/ |
Andalu is easily one of the coziest eating houses in San Francisco - it has a dark, court-like decor, wooden furnishings, mellow lighting and it serves international cuisine. To satisfy every diner's appetite, it has culinary creations like Curly Polenta Fries, Spicy Tomato Vinaigrette, Cheese Plate - Manchego with Quince Paste, Dungeness Crabcake with Harissa Mayo and Mache Salad and much more on offer. Wine lovers can pick and choose from the extensive wine list. Prior reservations are recommended. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A delicious blend |
222 Mason Street Second Level, Hotel Nikko San Francisco San Francisco, CA 94102 United States +1 415 394 1111 (Hotel) http://www.restaurantanzu.com |
The dining room reflects the East-West mix of cuisines, with sleek Western furniture blending nicely with the Japanese-infused artwork. Find expertly prepared sushi with ingredients and combinations both classic and cutting-edge, as well as steaks cooked to order. Daily specials usually include a fresh fish dish and a pasta selection to complement the tempura, teriyaki and polenta on the menu. A thoroughly professional and personable staff caters to the upscale clientele. The wine list includes several excellent sake selections. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fish of Different Sorts |
5041 Geary Boulevard San Francisco, CA 94118 United States +1 415 221 6210 http://www.ariake-sf.com/ |
With rolls named Hope, Faith, and Love, you know you've entered a place that is as concerned with making delicious food as it is with providing you with a generally pleasant dining experience. A chef who expresses his enthusiasm for fresh fish through his dishes also heightens the dining experience. Fish you may have never heard of before will appear on the menu such as Japanese Yellow Jack and Scottish Salmon, not to mention inventive rolls such as the Moon Dog Roll (tempura prawn, crab, seared tuna, spicy sauce and teriyaki sauce). This coupled with affordable prices make it definitely worth your while. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Witness gender illusions |
201 Ninth Street (at the corner of Howard Street) San Francisco, CA 94103 United States +1 415 255 2742 http://www.asiasf.com |
You will not be able to tell if the person serving you is a man or a woman. Welcome to the land of gender illusionists. It is essential to start off your experience here with one of their signature alcoholic drinks named after the ladies of Asia SF. And while the food here is not initially the main attraction, the menu offers great dishes that surprise with their creativity and balance. Start with an "Asia-dilla" - jack cheese, smoked duck and sun dried cherries in a grilled tortilla. Then for an impressive main course dish, try the Miso Glazed King Salmon on a bed of black rice and a tomato-edamame salad; this dish is delectable and surprisingly cohesive. After you eat, continue your night in the club, where DJs spin R&B/funk, house, as well as salsa and merengue. Cover: varies with event. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Peaceful dining |
2084 Chestnut Street San Francisco, CA 94123-2735 United States +1 415 929 1670 |
Upscale locals come here for excellent sushi and delicious items from the small but well-chosen menu. Find the classics of Japanese cuisine prepared with care and presented with attention to the details of visual impact. The teriyaki is sweet and tangy, whether made with succulent chicken or tender beef, while the tempura is light and delightfully non-greasy. Sushi selections include the usual choices, as well as hand rolls filled with sweet shrimp, crab tempura, and daily specials that are inventive and delicious. The service is quick and friendly both at the tables and at the attractive sushi bar. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Tangy and delicious |
3536 Balboa Street San Francisco, CA 94121-2602 United States +1 415 751 8895 |
This tidy spot in the outer Avenues is a cozy place for great Teriyaki. The decor is typically Japanese with rice-paper screens at the windows and rice-paper lanterns hanging from the ceiling. The food is well prepared and served with cheerful graciousness by the staff. Selections include a wonderful marinated Chicken Teriyaki that is succulent and smoky-sweet. You will also find some nicely done tempura dishes that please the palates of mostly the local crowd of carnivores or vegetarians with the variety of options offered. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Americanised sushi |
1737, Post Street San Francisco, CA 94115 United States +1 415 563 4844 http://www.benihana.com/locato... |
This is a Japanese restaurant as far as the decor and attire of the waitresses dressed in kimono's go. The food is predictable and lacks the cutting edge. The sake actually saves the day as it is only after downing a few strong drinks will you be able to enjoy the food. If you are eating Japanese for the first time and don't know any better you might like it. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Japanese Treats Galore! |
1747 Buchanan Street (between Post and Sutter Streets) San Francisco, CA 94115 United States +1 415 922 1244 http://www.benkyodocompany.com/ |
Established in 1906, Benkyodo is one of San Francisco's favorite sweet shops. Try their delicious Mochis (soft, sweet rice cakes) or their Manjus (mochi with bean paste filling). Both Mochis and Manjus are served in a number of flavors all of which can be seen on their website. They also feature a luncheonette that is a favorite among Japanese food lovers. If you want a real taste of Japanese deserts this is definitely the place to go. If the Mochis don't reveal this the lines of Japanese tourists waiting to get some will. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fresh approach |
445 Balboa Street San Francisco, CA 94118 United States +1 415 933 7100 |
This rose and azure eatery is the spot to grab cutting edge Japanese fusion cuisine. Equal attention is taken in the preparation of the food and its presentation. A plate of savory garlic mussels, for example, becomes a bivalve bouquet. Sushi is the star here and the selection ranges from classic Tuna Nigiri to the house special Biiru Biru Roll that combines salmon, garlic and vegetables with a sweet garlic sauce. Crowds of students and yuppies fill the room as thoroughly as the Techno music fills the air. The wait staff is hip, personable and very efficient. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Post-modern sushi |
2170 Bryant Street San Francisco, CA 94110 United States +1 415 285 3848 http://www.blowfishsushi.com/w... |
Japanese pufferfish, sometimes fatal if swallowed, is not served here, despite the implication. But you can get its American relative, as well as every other sushi variety you have ever seen and some you have not. Fish combinations and unorthodox ingredients such as mango turn up in sushi to match the hip, edgy decor: red velvet wallpaper and nonstop Japanese trip-hop music. Some exotic sushi creations are outrageously priced at this popular spot, which draws hip crowds from the surrounding lofts. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Where To Eat Like A Japanese Monk |
762 Valencia Street Between 18th &19th Streets San Francisco, CA 94110 United States +1 415 252 7825 |
Whether you crave sushi or something fried, your palate will be satisfied at this popular vegetarian Japanese restaurant. Here the local folks and avid vegetarians and vegans alike from across the city sit down in a simple yet bright dining room to chow down on vegetarian dishes akin to what is served at Japanese Buddhist temples. Try their popular Shitake and Spinach Roll, or even one of their noodle dishes such as the Kinoko which is served with shimeji, eryngll, portobello, and oyster mushrooms and your choice of udon or soba noodles. Many items are served a la cart or can be ordered in combinations. Though the service is not noted for its speed, a good attitude and good food usually compensate for the long wait. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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East meets West |
132 The Embarcadero (between Howard and Mission) San Francisco, CA 94105 United States +1 415 777 8688 http://www.thechaya.com |
The brickwork interior is more re-claimed factory than upscale eatery catering to the local yuppies and business travelers, but the views of San Francisco Bay are divine and so is the food. The sushi bar, which serves classic offerings with nary a whiff of fusion cuisine, is suitably Asian in design. Menu items in the dining area, though, are a novel and delicious mix of East and West. Enjoy such intriguing combinations as Trout with tomatoes and seaweed and Hama Hama oysters with potato pancakes. The service is gracious and efficient. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Beloved Neighborhood Sushi Joint |
4406 California Street San Francisco, CA 94118 United States +1 415 668 0858 |
Chin Bistro is an unassuming little sushi shop located on an unassuming little Richmond District corner between a laundromat and a liquor store. Nonetheless, locals call it one of the best, if not the best sushi spot in the city. Regulars come back week after week for Chin's inventive rolls, top-quality fish and more-than-just-teriyaki non-sushi alternatives. Sake and authentic Japanese beers are available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Neighborhood with Non-Stop Bustle |
Grant Avenue at Bush Street San Francisco, CA 94108 United States http://www.sanfranciscochinato... |
One of the busiest areas of the city, Chinatown is a hodgepodge of shops, restaurants, and businesses of every kind. The vibrant and close-knit community that lives within this neighborhood has also made it one of San Francisco's top tourist destinations. With over 80,000 residents (plus countless tourists) traversing the streets, it is no wonder that the sidewalks can become precarious during rush hour. Thankfully, there are many side streets, quiet shops, and traditional restaurants that provide some relief from the bustle outside. Try your luck at one of the hundreds of dining options in the area, especially those serving Dim Sum, as they can be some of the best in the city. Also make sure to stop in some of the small herbal shops for some unusual trinkets and art. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fresh food, quiet setting |
1020 Kearny Street (between Pacific and Broadway streets) San Francisco, CA 94133 United States +1 415 397 3066 |
This place has been around for decades feeding the hungry Financial District types who want a drink at the cocktail bar or a piece of Tempura, freshly fried at the tempura bar on the ground floor. Upstairs, where the tables have built-in grills, is for those craving Sukiyaki and downstairs is where to find soothing Shabu-shabu broth. The food is uniformly toothsome and everyone from the tempura chef, to the bartenders, to the wait staff is gracious, in keeping with the decor. Its surroundings bring a Japanese country inn to downtown San Francisco, although here the seating is on cushioned benches, not the floor as is traditional. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Exuberantly good food |
2140 Mission Street (between 17th and 18th streets) San Francisco, CA 92862 United States +1 415 861 0972 |
The extravagant mural over the front door depicting a kinetic ocean full of tasty seafood is the fanciest thing about this popular and casual eatery packed with locals and fans of sushi. The food is well prepared and includes classics such as Tuna rolls and Ebi as well as house specials that feature out-of-the-ordinary ingredients such as papaya or lox in interesting and delicious combinations. The ambiance is warm and friendly and so is the staff. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A pleasant mix |
1624 Powell Street (at the corner of Union Street) San Francisco, CA 94133 United States +1 415 392 0144 http://www.curlysbar.com.au/ |
This North Beach landmark must be what diners are like in Yokohama. The classic decor features a chrome counter, stools, a few tables, and things you do not usually find in such a place, such as soy sauce on the tables and deliciously flavorful 'donburis' on the menu next to the juicy hamburgers and all-American breakfasts of bacon and eggs. It is an odd but welcome combination to find in Italian North Beach. The counter staff is cheerful and efficient whether you are a regular or a tourist visiting North Beach for the first time. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Meal time |
1 Ferry Building, shop 45 San Francisco, CA 94111 United States +1 415 834 0344 http://www.delicarf1.com/ |
DELICA rf-1 is the first delicatessen to be opened in America by the Japanese takeaway giant—Rock Field Company. This chain is known for preparing different types of meals, which are both healthy and not too fussy. Under their banner, you can find a whole gamut of brand foods. These wonderfully prepared meals include fried potatoes, salads, sushi rolls, Japanese curries, soups and a whole lot more. And the best part is that their takeaway and delivery service will allow you to enjoy these delicacies anywhere you want! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Personalized sushi |
1283 Ninth Avenue Golden Gate Park San Francisco, CA 94122 United States +1 415 566 1770 http://www.ebisusushi.com/ |
The sushi here is really a delight; fresh and impeccably assembled, with perfect rice. But what sets this sushi bar apart from the scores of others in town is that each chef assembles for just the few patrons sitting in front of him. A full Japanese menu is also available. Because it lies at the crucible of the Inner Sunset's parking inferno, leave plenty of extra time or just take a cab. Reservations are advised, but even so, the wait can be long once you are there. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Loads of dishes |
1169 Market Street San Francisco, CA 94103 United States +1 415 552 2552 |
Generic decor and the rows of Jello in gemlike colors are the only typical thing about this cafeteria-style eatery. Tempting Chinese and Japanese dishes are the order of the day and the biggest problem is deciding what to choose from among the delicious Barbecued Pork Buns, California rolls, tempura and noodle dishes. Local business types crowd the buffet at lunch while tourists make up most of the after hour crowd. It is a great place for a quick, moderately priced meal in comfortable and friendly surroundings. The staff is personable and happy to bring you an extra plate of egg rolls or a Chinese custard tart. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Teppan cooking, sushi bar |
One Embarcadero Center San Francisco, CA 94111-3628 United States +1 415 398 1151 www.fujiyatacoma.com |
Choose from a variety of dinner styles including fresh fish from the sushi bar, teppan meat and seafood cooked on your table, or the shabu-shabu meal of meat, poultry, seafood and vegetables. The decor is pretty contemporary with many Japanese influences. In addition to plain tables, there is a sushi bar as well as grill-topped tables for cooking teppan-style. It is often patronized by business professionals at lunch and dinner. There are a variety of meats and seafood to choose from in the teppan and shabu-shabu dinners including lobster, chicken, filet mignon, scallops, prawns and New York steak. The alcoholic beverage menu is complete with imported and domestic beer, wine, cocktails and sake. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Elegantly done |
45 Caledonia Street San Francisco, CA 94965-2116 United States +1 415 332 2013 |
This cozy spot offers excellent Japanese food and is presided over by the charming owner, Hitomi Nakasu. The decor is traditionally Japanese, with benches instead of chairs and tatami mats on the floor. The menu offers a wonderful selection of tempura and teriyaki for both vegetarians and carnivores. The Beef Teriyaki in particular is toothsome, tender and juicy. It is marinated in a gingery sauce. You will find a good selection of steak too and a wait staff that gives professional service to the upscale clientele. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Chic & Affordable Ramen |
3944, Geary Boulevard (Between 2nd & 3rd) San Francisco, CA 94118 United States + 1 415 752 2663 http://www.genkiramen.com/ |
This restaurant is decorated to the nines, but still allows for a comfortable atmosphere. Ramen is their main offering, but their fare also includes standard Japanese dishes such as donburi and yakisoba, as well as a variety specialty cocktails made with soju (a Korean alcohol). Although Genki Ramen is rather small, because the service is efficient there is hardly ever a line to be seated. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Modern sushi bar |
1800 Divisadero Street San Francisco, CA 94115-2517 United States +1 415 931 1773 |
This festive sushi restaurant in Lower Pacific Heights is usually full of young, local sushi connoisseurs. It's best loved for its low-priced sushi, courteous service and hip atmosphere. This modern sushi bar is clean, contemporary, and decorated with pictures of its namesake, Godzilla (yes, this restaurant's name is spelled wrong on purpose). Seating can be cramped during the dinner rush, but fortunately take-out is available. The menu features Nigiri and Maki sushi, hand rolls, sashimi and vegetarian edibles. Buy sushi a la carte, try combination meals or choose daily specials like barbecued eel, fresh tuna, or assorted seafood over rice. To drink, the establishment offers sake, a couple different beers, and wine. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Intimate Japanese dining |
1524 Irving Street San Francisco, CA 94122 United States +1 415 664 2288 |
The head chef, Gan Iwao Ishikawa, studied under renowned Japanese chef Yoshi. Eat in the traditional Japanese Tatami style, kneeling on the floor. For the less flexible, traditional tables and chairs are available, too, in the ornate dining room. The menu is extensive. Hand-rolled sushi is the specialty and is enjoyed with gusto by the regular, neighborhood clientele. Other dinner entrees include tempura, fish, and beef all priced between $12-25. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cole Valley sushi |
943 Cole Street San Francisco, CA 94117 United States +1 415 759 8428 |
This narrow space with a warm feeling is accentuated by wall-to-wall sushi lovers here. A loyal clientele from nearby UCSF medical school packs the place nightly, but it is not hard to get seating quickly at the sushi bar, though tables require a bit of a wait. The accent here, as the name would suggest, is on sushi, both the standard (eel, mackerel, and yellowtail) and the more exotic specialty rolls, but the full Japanese menu is given careful preparation. Udon and sobe noodles, yakitori, and tempura are all worth trying, too. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Real Japan, really good! |
2721 Hyde Street (between Beach and North Point streets) San Francisco, CA 94109 United States +1 415 673 6828 |
A small, charming Japanese restaurant located just steps from Fisherman's Wharf. Enjoy the authentic feel and friendly atmosphere at a table or at the sushi bar where talented chefs are hard at work creating culinary works of art. The low lit, relaxing, and warm dining room is filled equally by tourists and locals. Authentic Japanese specialties include the entire gamut of appetizers ($5.95 and up), from Spinich in Sesame Sauce to edamame to tekka don. Sushi specialties are the highlight here: fish could only be fresher if you caught it yourself. Indulge in sashimi or try a roll. The Shrimp Tempura Rainbow Roll is absolutely gorgeous and big enough to feed eight. Well, eight people can have a bite that will invariably lead to second orders. Hot dishes are well prepared here, too, and can be very satisfying on a cold San Francisco day. Choices include teriyakis, tempuras, broiled salmon, grilled tuna, and huge bowls of steaming udon ($10 and up). Truly a special treat after a tour of the famous Wharf, enjoy some fine seafood without all the crowds. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Custom-prepared Japanese food |
108 Carl Street (between Cole and Shrader streets) San Francisco, CA 94117 United States +1 415 753 6808 |
Call ahead to the master chef at this restaurant and he will create a special menu customized both to your pocketbook and your palate. The usual cost for a catered, pre-designed meal can range from USD70-100. Looking for something a bit lighter and less expensive? Diners also have the option of ordering from a menu that includes a wide selection of sushi and tempura. All food can be enjoyed in the restaurant's tropical atmosphere, complete with green plants and small water fountains. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fresh seafood and vegetables |
1332 Castro Street (between 24th and 25th streets) San Francisco, CA 94114 United States +1 415 826 0825 http://hamanosushi.com |
This Noe Valley Japanese restaurant was rated three stars by the San Francisco Chronicle. It is best known for its fresh vegetable and seafood dishes. Its sushi and sashimi are some of the best in the city. Try the Hamachi (yellowtail), the Saba (marinated mackerel), or the Kani (crab). There are over 15 kinds of appetizers and the Broiled Scallops Marinated in Miso is divine. House specialities include the Nigiri Sushi Combination, the Vegetable Sushi Combination, and the Sashimi Assortment. It is most popular with neighborhood regulars. The staff is friendly and courteous and the contemporary dining room is clean and no-nonsense. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Stylish sushi & yakitori |
115 Cyril Magnin Street (behind the Nikko Hotel) San Francisco, CA 94102 United States +1 415 421 2101 http://www.hanazen.com/ |
A spare, Zen elegance distinguishes the ambience of this restaurant. The usual variety of sushi and sashimi are on hand, as well as Teriyaki and Tempura dinners (served with soup, rice, and salad) and a selection of yakitori that includes poultry, seafood, meat or vegetables served on skewers. The food is presented as stylishly as the restaurant's decor. Vegetarians will find much to delight them, too, and everyone will enjoy the friendly service. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Unfussy and delicious |
509 Haight Street (at the corner of Fillmore Street) San Francisco, CA 94117-3401 United States +1 415 621 1500 |
A warm, friendly atmosphere pervades this traditional-looking Japanese restaurant. Regulars who keep the place full most of the time include students from the nearby universities and neighborhood residents of all ages joined by tourists looking for a break from the retro-hippie scene that Upper Haight Street embodies. The Tempura is deep-fried to a satisfying crunchiness and the Teriyaki is sharp and tangy. Ramen bowls are of enormous proportions. It is served up by a personable wait staff. Sushi is also on the menu and though the selection is limited to classics such as Tuna rolls and Yellow tail, the quality is first-rate. Cash only. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Lombard's Cherry Blossom of Flavor |
2353 Lombard Street San Francisco, CA 94123 United States 1+ 415 931 7900 http://www.himerestaurant.com/ |
This sleek and stylish sushi restaurant is like the calm eye in a storm of rubbernecking tourists. Housed in immaculate decor, the lucky guest will find on the menu IZAKAYA Japanese cuisine with traditional and fusion elements. You'll want to head straight for the absolutely delectable seafood plates, which are Hime's specialty. The menu also boasts more than fourteen selections of sake. Bottoms Up! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sushi is here |
107 Petaluma Boulevard North San Francisco, CA 94952 United States +1 707 763 2300 http://www.hirosrestaurant.com/ |
The wooden flooring and ample dining space is conducive to comfort and to that, add the creamy hues on the walls. After getting comfortably ensconced, you witness the subtle Japanese hospitality, as your dish passes deft sushi-making hands. All the sushi and rice dishes are pleasantly priced. Also, a variety of sake is present to quench your oriental thirst. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Got to love it |
270 Potrero Avenue (Potrero Shopping Center) San Francisco, CA 94103 United States +1 415 431 2006 |
This Japanese restaurant is a great find: fresh sushi, tasty teriyaki and a clean, friendly environment makes dinner or lunch easy. Sit at the sushi bar and watch the chef do his stuff. The wait staff is professional, catering to the neighborhood sushi and teriyaki "luv"ers. Shrimp Tempura, Teriyaki Boxes of meat, rice and veggies, it is very easy to get a hearty, healthy meal here for less than $10. Sushi and sashimi is sold a la carte or in special combo meals. The chef's special spicy roll is a monster with maguro, hamachi, salmon and avocado on the inside and maguro, salmon, red snapper and avocado on the outside. To drink the menu offers cold sake, Sapparo beer, and soft drinks. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Great specials |
1500 Irving Street (at the corner of 17th Avenue) San Francisco, CA 94122 United States +1 415 566 1696 |
Head out to this restaurant for fresh and affordable Japanese food. Find a simple dining room and a far from simple buffet table at this neighborhood hot spot. Come for sushi a la carte and tempura, teriyaki, udon entrees plus hamburgers and chicken sandwiches. A sushi buffet is available every night. Popular with the locals, it's where you can stuff yourself with all the appetizers, sushi, soup and salad you can hold. Another great special is the men and women's nights - on Mondays men get 15 percent off the buffet and 50 percent off alcohol. On Tuesdays, it is the ladies' turn. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Lots of sushi, low prices |
3750 Geary Boulevard San Francisco, CA 94118 United States +1 415 752 9666 |
Locals who want a wide selection of sushi at affordable prices head here. Expect large portions, fresh fish, and courteous service. The modern contemporary dining room features table seating and a sushi bar. A welcoming neighborhood joint, it is a good place to go for lunch or dinner. The menu is vast with lots of appetizers, special combination meals, teriyaki, udon, and donburi dishes. Every meal is served with spicy side dishes of salads and soups, but everything else pales in comparison to the sushi menu. This restaurant prepares 28 different kinds of sushi, 18 types of sashimi, and over 50 kinds of rolls. Localize your dining experience with a Golden Gate roll: tuna, avocado and tobiko, or the 49ers roll: tobiko, tuna, salmon. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Slurping allowed |
1728 Buchanan Street (at the corner Post Street) San Francisco, CA 94115-3209 United States +1 415 922 0321 |
One of the few places to specialize in Ramen dishes, this tiny spot in Japantown is worth seeking out. The few tables are usually filled by locals and Japanese ex-pats who crave the authentic house-made noodles either pan-fried with tasty seafood or served in a rich and flavorful broth. It is even better when washed down with the Japanese beer that's available. Dark wood paneling and traditional decor gives the place a rural Japanese ambiance. The gracious and efficient service is also traditional. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Floating delights |
1737 Post Street (between Webster and Fillmore streets) San Francisco, CA 94115-3628 United States +1 415 563 1030 |
This sleek eatery offers the popular sushi-floating-on-a-boat service option. You sit at the sushi bar while the selections make the rounds and you grab your selection before it drifts away. The freshly made California Rolls, among others, are delicious and no matter how long you wait, the Nigiri topped with Flying Fish Roe that explodes with flavor in your mouth will never float by. Steak is available as are Japanese beers from the personable and quick wait staff. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Not your usual pancake |
1581 Webster Street (between Post Street and Geary Boulevard) San Francisco, CA 94115-3638 United States +1 415 441 6867 |
The French do not have a monopoly on crepes. This cozy and wildly popular spot in Japantown does the Japanese version called Okonomiyaki. The crepe is as delicate as any Gallic variety, but this kind is filled with delicious and fresh Asian vegetables plus very tangy marinated beef or chicken, flavorful shrimp, toothsome pork or spicy tofu. Cheerful cooks work non-stop at the grill while the friendly wait staff serves up Japanese beer and salads of tart and pickled vegetables to the crowds of students, tourists and locals. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Marina favorite |
1919 Union Street San Francisco, CA 94123 United States +1 415 563 7808 |
Joji's House of Teriyaki specializes in Japanese cuisine, serving breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner, as well as traditional American-style breakfasts. Located on Union Street, it is a pleasant, upscale place with some tables outside to watch the weekend shoppers. House specialties include teriyaki, of course, sushi and sashimi, tempura, soups, salads and appetizers. For something on the hot side, try the Garlic Steak or Chicken, or the Spicy Salmon. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Tabletop barbecue |
1581 Webster Street Street Level of the Kinokuniya Building San Francisco, CA 94115 United States +1 415 776 5822 http://www.jubanrestaurant.com/ |
This restaurant specializes in Yakiniku, an ancient Japanese grilling technique. The barbecue-style cuisine allows you to cook your choice of meat in the center of your table. Your waiter guides you through the entire process so do not worry about messing up. It is a fun dining experience ideal for families and groups. The restaurant is clean and simple with ultra-modern, metallic decor and a smokeless grill centered on every table. Guests share sauces and help cook each other's meat. The menu features dinner packages filled with assorted meats, vegetables and sauces. Choose from Beef Short Ribs, Beef Tongue, Tiger Prawns, calamari, chicken, liver, scallops, lobster and vegetables. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A meeting of chopsticks |
5121 Geary Boulevard San Francisco, CA 94118 United States +1 415 752 5652 http://www.kabutosushi.com/ |
Even in a city full of great Japanese restaurants, this small spot stands out. Along with the regular sushi, chef Sachio Kojima also offers lip smacking Japanese tapas. Master chef's recommendations include Stewed Tripe topped with Peppers, Simmered Stingray or Japanese Egg Custard. Don't miss out on the most innovative sushi made with foei gras and goose liver. For the vegetarian's scrumptious, Grilled Eggplant with Asian spices is one of the dishes that is available. Furthermore, choose from the wide selection of Sake and Japanese beer to accompany your meal. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A yen for elegance |
333 Market Street (at the corner of Beale Street) San Francisco, CA 94105 United States +1 415 546 5111 |
A classy and more upscale alternative to the small cafes and fast-food restaurants in the area, Kamakura offers small tables with white linen table cloths and freshly cut flowers help to create an atmosphere of elegance enhanced by the excellent service. The restaurant specializes in sushi and offers both vegetarian and standard sushi rolls for around $10. In addition, the restaurant serves a variety of tempura dishes (around USD10) and Japanese noodle soups (around USD12). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Well dressed |
223 Third Street San Francisco, CA 91355 United States +1 415 457 6776 |
It is tradition versus the 20th century at this first-rate sushi bar, which is a favorite of locals of all ages. You can gaze on ornate antique kimonos on one wall or watch one of the bank of televisions on another, each tuned to a different sports or news channel. It is a shame, though, to be distracted even a little from the delicious and expertly prepared hand rolls, nigiri and shashimi served up by the ebullient sushi chefs and the cheerful wait staff that handles the table service. In addition to sushi, you can find great tempura, including dessert varieties and teriyaki as well as a wonderful selection of steak. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A view of Kaygetsu! |
325 Sharon Park Drive San Francisco, CA 94025 United States +1 650 234 1084 http://www.kaygetsu.com/ |
Kaygetsu, when translated from Japanese, means 'beautiful moon'. It also refers to the month of September as that is when, according to the Japanese, the moon is at its brightest. Kaygetsu serves Kaiseki - a certain style of Japanese cuisine. In addition to Sake, there's unusual sounding and tasting items, such as Nishida Kikuizumi, Otokoyama, Dewazakura Namagenshu and more. Other delights include Yaki Mono, Tempura Moriawase, Mushi Gamo, and Tai Chazuke. Don't forget to order a wine too. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Succulent sushi |
5850 Geary Boulevard San Francisco, CA 94121 United States +1 415 386 2777 |
You may want to visit this restaurant becuase the sushi is inexpensive or perhaps because it's prepared from the freshest ingredients. Perhaps, however, the best reason to visit is simply that it is good food. The service is fast and the waitstaff is amicable. The decor is generic Japanese restaurant in style, but the dining area is bright and meticulously maintained. Diners can choose from a large selection of sushi rolls for around $2. In addition, the restaurant serves some unique creations including a chicken teriyaki and avocado roll and a spider roll, which includes a deep-fried softshell crab. Free delivery is available in the Richmond District only. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Small delight |
1737 Post Street (at the corner of Webster Street) San Francisco, CA 94115-3628 United States +1 415 922 9902 |
This tidy little eatery is easy to overlook. Inside though, is a crowd of locals and tourists enjoying a delightful selection of sashimi, sushi, tempura and as displayed in the windows, a wonderful variety of bento boxes. Each compartment of this traditional Japanese lunch treat offers a few pieces of sushi, some tempura, pickles vegetables and either rice or noodles for a satisfying meal, authentic in its preparation and delicious. The boiled fish is a house specialty and the Japanese beers and steak offered make a great accompaniment. The service is gracious and quick. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Elegant and refined Japanese |
2 New Montgomery Street Palace Hotel San Francisco, CA 94105 United States +1 415 546 5090 http://www.kyo-ya-restaurant.com/ |
This venerable establishment is no simple sushi bar - located in the plush Palace Hotel, it is considered by many to be one of the most elegant and expensive Japanese restaurants in the city. An impeccably appointed, peaceful and spacious dining room is the setting for flawless service that makes you feel as though you are dining with an emperor. The Sashimi is the thing to get here, but you can rest assured that anything from the menu is sure to delight. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Roll on Over |
1233 Van Ness Avenue San Francisco, CA 94109 United States +1 415 351 1234 http://www.kyotosushi-sf.com/ |
Kyoto Sushi is located near the AMC Van Ness and the Galaxy Theatre, a perfect spot to stop in right before a matinee. There's free parking validation at the Cathedral Hill Hotel garage with a $25 purchase from Kyoto. Plus, $1 beer, JELL-O shots, and innovative sushi rolls at reasonable prices. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Ultimate Freshness |
2001 17th Street San Francisco, CA 94103 United States +1 415 861 8610 http://www.livesushibar.com/ |
How fresh have you had your fish? At Live Sushi Bar, your food is still alive when you walk in the door. Go to the 'Something Unique' section of the menu, and you can take your pick of several different sea creatures that are kept alive until the last possible instant, for ultimate freshness. Try the Live Scallop, a dish that is not only fresh as can be but is also served two different ways: nigiri-style drizzled in ponzu sauce and tempura battered with onions. Chef Jackson Yu, who has worked at Ebisu , ensures that the other dishes are also as fresh as they can be by having fresh fish brought in daily to avoid freezing. No matter what you order, whether it be simple nigiri, something unique, or a roll, you will be impressed. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Japan meets France |
55 Fifth Street (Between Market and Mission Streets) San Francisco, CA 94103 United States +1 415 543 7600 |
The unusual blend of cultural influences that come into play here makes this an interesting spot for lunch, drinks or dinner. The menu is equal parts French and Japanese, with a few pizza options. Typical menu items include Yakitori, Risotto with Tamari Chicken and Chicken Pizza. The atmosphere is subtly elegant and the restaurant is bright and spacious. The service is first class. Lunch costs around USD25 per person, and dinner is between USD30-40 per person. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Small gem |
1825 Post Street San Francisco, CA 94115 United States +1 415 921 5215 |
This tiny restaurant, which seats just 21 lucky people at any one time, specializes in Wappa Meshi, a delicately seasoned steamed rice dish topped with meat or fish. It makes for a light but satisfying meal, especially when preceded by one of the delicious appetizers such as vegetarian sushi rolls or braised yams in bacon. The owners, the Makguchis, are an elegant couple who are gracious to their patrons and meticulous about how the food is prepared and served. Try some of the many fine sakes available but be warned, they are very potent. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Happy hour sushi bonanza |
2020 Lombard Street San Francisco, CA 94123-2809 United States +1 415 474 9332 http://www.marina-sushi.com/ |
This simple, clean establishment is serving Marina yuppies and tourists all day. If you roll in after work, they will roll out as much Nigiri and Teimaki sushi as you can eat from 5p-7p. Wash it down, if you like with a large hot sake. The sushi is fresh and tasty and so not surprisingly Marina is a popular place. Validated parking around the corner is available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sushi ready to go |
1904 Fillmore Street San Francisco, CA 94115-2707 United States +1 415 921 2929 |
For a wonderful break from the usual fast food choices, try this tiny storefront that serves some of the best sushi to-go anywhere. The establishment is tidy if a little dark and there is barely room for more than two customers at a time, but the selection is good for the size of the place and the mother-daughter team who run it are friendly and efficient. Unlike pre-made kind that you can sometimes find in supermarkets, the sushi here is never more than a few hours old and usually much less because of its popularity with regulars who work and live nearby. Ready-made boxes of California Rolls mixed with Deep-Fried Fofu and Cucumber Rolls are a full meals' worth. Call ahead and your order will be ready when you get there. Cash only. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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For sushi's sake |
2030 Lombard Street San Francisco, CA 94123 United States +1 415 440 1505 http://www.massake.com/ |
This restaurant is known for its Japanese and Californian styled sushi. So let the good times roll with Five-Spice Chicken Spring Rolls, Albacore Tataki and Seaweed Salad. The sushi - ebi, unagi, hotate or maguro - are created under chef Michael Terada's watchful eye. Maki Rolls and Freestyle Tacos are also appetizing. The 'all you can eat' sushi for $20 on Sundays is a hit. Beer, wine and sake flow freely. Music by DJs, jukebox and live bands adds to the fun. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A delicious bargain |
1737 Post Street Suite 13 San Francisco, CA 94115-3628 United States +1 415 346 4020 |
A nice budget alternative to the pricier restaurants in the Japan Center, this place looks like a roadside stand in Kyoto. Seating is at picnic-style tables beside an ersatz bamboo waterfall (the goldfish, however, are real). The Japanese menu, which includes Teriyaki and Donburi rice bowls as well as American favorites like eggs for breakfast or burgers for lunch, is not fancy, but good and prepared with care. Try the house-made Tai Yaki, a traditional fish-shaped pastry filled with a wonderfully intense sweetened Red-Bean Paste. It's great with a steaming cup of bancha tea. Only cash is accepted. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Japanese noodle heaven |
1737 Post Street (at the corner of Buchanan Street) San Francisco, CA 94115 United States +1 415 922 0337 http://www.mifune.com/ |
Noodle lovers, book a chapel. Mifune Noodle House, as it is often referred to by its many fans, has noodles, noodles, and more noodles! It is basically thick white flour Udon and thinner buckwheat Soba, but with a satisfying variety of vegetarian and non-vegetarian toppings from which to choose. The reasonably priced menu gives you dispensation to slurp your noodles and it is really the only way to go. Mifune offers some non-noodle selections too. The stark red-and-black dining room is often packed and lines are common. But service is amazingly fast and the kids will love the special treatment. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A real treat |
323 Grant Avenue San Francisco, CA 94108 United States +1 415 781 6730 |
Visit the Chinatown gates and then go for Japanese food. This restaurant serves various styles of cuisine from authentic and traditional to more mainstream, Americanized dishes. Visited by young and old, singles and families, locals and tourists, it provides a welcoming ambience. The interior is Asian-inspired and the atmosphere is casual. Loved for its sushi, it also serves tempura, teriyaki, soba, and udon entrees. One house specialty is nabemono, which is a Japanese dish cooked slowly in a clay pot that brings out the flavor in seafood, meat, and vegetables. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Late and great |
253 Church Street (between Market and 15th streets) San Francisco, CA 94114-1310 United States +1 415 861 0447 |
A nicely rendered dining room done with Japanese accents and soothing colors adds to the enjoyment of the delicious cuisine here. The menu offers toothsome takes on classic Japanese items such as Tempura, Teriyaki made with a sharply sweet marinade, and a smallish selection of Sushi. Udon soups made with rich, house-made stocks in chicken, beef and vegetable, are especially nice, served in huge bowls and brimming with hearty noodles. The wait staff is efficient and friendly, even at midnight, to the locals who make this their first stop on a day of shopping or the last of a night of clubbing. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Timeless gem |
830 Cortland Avenue San Francisco, CA 94110 United States +1 415 970 9336 http://www.mokisushi.com/ |
The pastel walls, linen tablecloths and Edwardian ambiance smacks more of a European cafe than a dynamite sushi and Japanese-style grill. The aesthetic, though, is as masterful as the rendition of Japanese favorites, such as the house specialty, the Ecstasy Roll, which mixes avocado, tuna, tobiko and green onions for a refreshing and tasty take on a hand roll. Also popular with the foodies and dotcommers who flock here are the tender and tangy Sesame Flank Steak as well as the grilled salmon spiked with lime and chilly. The service is personable and the mood is mellow. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fresh and delicious |
200 23rd Avenue At the corner of California Street San Francisco, CA 94121-2009 United States +1 415 876 1834 |
There is no better setting to enjoy fresh, expertly made sushi turned out by master sushi chefs. Find all the classics here such as salmon (smoked and fresh), tuna, yellowtail and shrimp, as well as some unusual and hard-to-find types such as sweet potato, radish sprout and a delectable pink-tip clam. Hand rolls include the Good Time Roll (shrimp tempura with white tuna and garlic sauce) and for football fans, the 49er (avocado and flying fish roe wrapped with salmon). The service is gracious and quick for the upscale crowd. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fresh from the sea |
2092 Third Street (at the corner of 18th Street) San Francisco, CA 94107 United States +1 415 861 8285 |
It is hard to imagine a place serving fresher fish than this unprepossessing spot near the Nikko Fish Market, where rumor has it, the most respected sushi chefs in The City buy their fish. In addition to delightfully rendered grilled and broiled fresh fish, you will find delicious tempura in fish, beef, chicken and veggies varieties here. The 'Donburi' are especially nice, topped with delicately spiced chicken, beef, pork or vegetables. Service is quick and efficient from a personable wait staff. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fresh fish |
211 Clement Street San Francisco, CA 94118 United States +1 415 668 7317 http://www.murasaki-sushi.com/ |
The chef/owner of this neighborhood restaurant uses the skills he learned as a chef in Japan to prepare healthy servings of fresh fish and vegetables. It is especially loved for its sushi, but it also offers teriyaki and noodle dishes. There is nothing out of the ordinary about the contemporary dining room with its touches of Asian influences. The menu features a complete sushi menu, which is the restaurant's main attraction. Expect the food to be prepared authentically. Licensed by the Japanese Cooking Association, the chef is an expert at traditional and Tokyo-style cuisine. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Hip and happening |
2084 Chestnut Street San Francisco, CA 94123 United States +1 415 771 1168 |
Constant techno music, a plasma TV behind the sushi counter, and an otherwise starkly decorated room creates the feel of standing on the set of "Blade Runner." Yet, in a weird way it provides a refreshing orbital pause from the usual sushi house décor of bamboo plants and dragon motifs. The food rates superb, especially the Robata Grilled Baby Lobster Tails. The sushi roll options are vast, avoiding the ho-hum plight that plagues some of the area's better-known sushi restaurants. This is a must dining stop for anyone seeking a snap from the ordinary. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Japanese & Korean Fusion |
439 Balboa Street San Francisco, CA 94118 United States +1 415 386 8332 http://www.namubar.com/ |
This cozy restaurant offers Japanese and Korean-inspired small dishes. Think tapas, Asian style. Whether you're looking for Vegetable Tempura, Shiitake Dumplings, or Spicy Pork Ribs, there is something for everyone, including an Asian-inspired Niman Ranch burger. Thursday through Saturday the late night bar often features DJs and dancing. Saturdays and Sundays offer an American-style brunch. Namu also boasts an extensive list of teas, wines, and sakes. The ambiance is mellow and hip, with low lighting, interesting art on the walls, and a 50" plasma screen TV. Located on Balboa Street, between 5th and 6th Avenue, parking can be difficult but the tasty end result is well worth the effort. Bar is open late. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Art, Music, Dance & More |
701 Mission Street (Yerba Buena Gardens) San Francisco, CA 94103-3138 United States +1 415 978 2787 |
This one-day festival takes place outdoors and features a variety of entertainment possibilities to enjoy. It is where you can listen to the jazz melodies of A Gathering of Ancestors, watch traditional Native American dances, and gather for storytelling. It also offers art exhibits and craft workshops. The all day event is not only fun, it is an educational and cultural experience. This festival is free. Some vendors may take credit cards. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Great sushi, handy location |
336 O'Farrell Street (at the corner of Gough Street) San Francisco, CA 94102 United States +1 415 346 1443 |
The clean lines of classic Japanese decor set the scene at this sushi bar and restaurant that is always full of locals from secretaries to lawyers and, of course, tourists taking a break from sightseeing. A gracious welcome greets every customer and the service follows suit. In addition to sushi made by masters from Japan, you will find traditional bento boxes full of sashimi, rice and tempura, as well as teriyaki plates of fish, beef or chicken, and a tempting assortment of udon and soba noodles with toppings to satisfy every taste from carnivore to vegan. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Japanese favorite offers value |
3145 Fillmore (Between Greenwich and Filbert) San Francisco, CA 94123 United States +1 415 931 8898 http://www.osomesushi.com/ |
This venerable spot has many adherents. One reason it might have been named the Top Japanese Restaurant and Sushi Bar in a San Francisco Chronicle poll. One of the things patrons seem to like about this simple spot is that they feel it offers more for their money than other Japanese establishments. The food is good, though, and the chefs do not feel a need to be clever with their sushi. The teriyaki and tempura dishes are simple and straightforward, and satisfying. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Ichiban!! |
161 Steuart Street San Francisco, CA 94105 United States +1 415 882 1333 http://www.ozumo.com |
A hip Japanese place nestled in the heart of San Francisco's Embarcadero District, it is famous for its succulent fish and the special Omakase Menu. Something scrumptious is always cooking up at the Charcoal Robata Grill such as fresh fish, lobster, chicken, lamb, duck and Kobe beef. The Sake lounge features a large variety of Sake and Japanese Beer. If you are bored of Sushi and Grilled Meats, go for the Omakase Special Menu that is made to order at least one day in advance. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Asian Street Food in NoPa |
1751 Fulton Ave San Francisco, CA 94117 United States +1 415 441 1710 http://www.polenglounge.com/in... |
Asian Street Food meets upscale dining in San Francisco's NoPa (North of Panhandle) neighborhood at the Poleng Lounge. There, diners can enjoy small plate traditional dishes from Vietnam, Korea, Japan, China, Thailand, and the Philippines while being entertained by live entertainment and DJ sets. With events scheduled nearly every night, Poleng mainly hosts live DJs and free weekly double feature movie nights. They also rent space for functions of up to 150 guests. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Modern and inviting |
1751 Fulton Street San Francisco, CA 94117 United States http://www.polenglounge.com/te... |
This Balinese-inspired tea-centric restaurant and nightclub is decked out in bamboo with round metal tables and a large dance floor. There are 30 loose-leaf teas to choose from, including rooibos, oolong, black, herbal and many eclectic green teas in flavors like Thousand in Red and The Monkey King. Also try an elixir with fresh fruit or a vodka and tea infusion cocktail. Menu choices include Beef Sirloin Salpicao with Marrow and Crispy Salt and Pepper Squid. Private parties and banquets may also be booked in advance. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Great gnocchi |
347 Columbus Avenue (between Broadway and Vallejo Street) San Francisco, CA 94133 United States +1 415 982 2157 |
This family-run Italian restaurant will make you feel at home with its cozy and friendly atmosphere. You might even hear a singing chef. House specialties include Fettuccine with Salmon and Cream Sauce, fresh seafood over pasta, Eggplant Parmesan and a legendary gnocchi that is reputed to be the best in town. The wine list is small but selective with an assortment of Italian and Californian choices. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Gracious and delicious |
591 Redwood Highway San Francisco, CA 94941 United States +1 415 381 8400 http://www.robatagrill.com/ |
This charming spot, done up in an Asian nautical motif, offers what could be described as the Japanese version of tapas. The small plates from the grill and sushi bar showcase a delectable variety of appetizers that range from sweetly piquant Barbecued Rice Balls to tender Sauteed Scallops, and from succulent slices of Marinated Beef to vegetables grilled and seasoned to perfection. You can also select from a menu that includes Udon or Soba Noodles, Tempura, and a small but expertly prepared Sushi. The service is gracious and the ambiance, relaxing. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Hawaiian Fusion Cuisine |
575 Mission Street San Francisco, CA 94105 United States +1 415 777 0277 http://www.roysrestaurant.com |
Roy Yamaguchi, a Tokyo native, first tasted Hawaiian fare as a kid when he traveled with his grandparents to Maui. These early memories inform his menus with exotic flavors and spices confected with the freshest of local ingredients. Roy Yamaguchi's commitment to fine food with his seafood-intensive menu saw the debut of Roy's Restaurant in Honolulu in 1988 and word got around that this was THE place for excellent food and service. In San Francisco, diners with a discerning palate enjoy Roy's extraordinary menu, with its daily variations. A nice way to start your meal is to select from the many tantalizing Ohana Appetizers. The Tempura Crusted Spicy Ahi Sushi Roll has just enough bite to whet your appetite. Roy's Canoe Appetizer for Two includes shrimp sticks, Szechuan baby ribs, lemongrass steak summer roll, crispy blue crab cake and lobster pot stickers – a choice sampling of the eatery's extensive menu. For entrees, The Charred Japanese Misoyaki Butterfish is as succulent as its name. The Original Blackened Island Ahi, bathed in spicy hot soy mustard butter is another favorite. For dessert, Roy's Melting Hot Chocolate Soufflé, a flourless chocolate cake with a molten hot center, is the right way to round things out. The 30 Roy's Restaurants can be found in Hawaii, the U.S. mainland, Japan and Guam. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Late-Night Basement Sushi |
619, Taylor Street San Francisco, CA 94102 United States +1 415 775 1028 |
Head downstairs for some of the best sushi on Nob Hill and a unique thrill for the brave in the form of their Volcano Roll: tasty tempura shrimp, cucumber, peanut butter, and jalapeño. The end of the bar is the best seat in the house, right next to the friendly chefs and all the sushi rolling action. Make sure to soak up the chill atmosphere and groovy soundtrack after your meal with a cup of their particularly delicious green tea. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Contemporary sushi restaurant |
639 Post Street (between Taylor and Jones streets) San Francisco, CA 94109 United States +1 415 775 7644 |
This is a great low-key place with a wide selection of sake, well-prepared cuisine, and eye-pleasing atmosphere. It is decorated in a contemporary Japanese fashion with cool, calming colors and hints of Asian art. Packed or not, its wait staff will give you when you full attention. The menu offers a wide selection of sushi, sashimi, and tasty hand rolls like Grilled Salmon Skin and Shrimp Tempura. It also serves cooked dinners for the sushi-shy like teriyaki meat and seafood, shrimp and vegetable tempura, and grilled Shitake mushrooms. More than 10 kinds of sake are offered and the staff is full of suggestions on which to order. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Inexpensive & Fun Sushi |
5701 Geary Boulevard San Francisco, CA 94121 United States +1 415 387 8561 |
Sakana Bune is a great place for cheap Japanese Cuisine brought to you by way of the sushi boat. The sashimi and rolls are very inexpensive, making it easy to order lots of different things and even easier to quell an appetite. The plates range from $1-3 and California Rolls are practically a dime a dozen. You couldn't ask for a better deal. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A Truly International Experience |
730 Howard Street San Francisco, CA 94103 United States +1 415 227 9400 http://www.samovartea.com/html... |
Samovar Tea Lounge brings a unique mixture of cuisines to downtown San Francisco with its tea services from four continents and seven countries. Each tea service comes with a full meal from the selected country, and other dishes are available as well - including an all-day brunch. Samovar Tea Lounge offers a wide variety of teas (including certified fair trade and organic), which they also sell to take home. In addition, the lounge provides catering for parties of up to 250 people. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Nautical Japanese |
2633 Bridgeway San Francisco, CA 94965 United States +1 415 332 8245 |
Traditional Japanese decor and cuisine combined with traditionally gracious service make for a terrific meal at this sedate upscale spot popular with local business types as well as tourists and dotcommers. The sushi bar has been known to produce some whimsical combinations and can create sushi rolls to order, but for the most part, it is the usual offerings expertly made with the freshest ingredients available. The menu has a solid selection of vegetarian choices as well as flavorful renditions of Tempura, Donburi, Udon and Sukiyaki. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Wonderfully Simple |
3226, Geary Boulevard (Between Parker & Spruce) San Francisco, CA 94118 United States +1 415 668 7711 |
This family-run Japanese restaurant might be on the small size, but what it lacks in space, it makes up for in taste. The menu offers many delicious traditional dishes including donburi, specialty sushi rolls and bento-style meals. Sanmi also offers combination complete dinners that are wonderful (daily specials are also always a good choice). They use only the highest quality of ingredients, especially fish, and the service is excellent. This venue feels homey and comfortable, but if you go around dinner time, the place can get quite busy. Patrons are neighborhood regulars, single diners, Japanese folks, and newbies, but everyone becomes a regular after their first experience. Every meal starts off with a pot of green tea and ends with a smile. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Small but delightful |
1702 Post Street San Francisco, CA 94115-3606 United States +1 415 346 3486 |
This is a delightful, albeit small, place to get delicious food in a cozy, pale-wood setting. One of the best things on the menu is the Fresh-Water Eel, beautifully grilled with a rich marinade and served on a bed of fluffy rice. The crisp, deep-fried oysters have a surprisingly sweet batter that works well with the oysters' saltiness. The octopus salad is a good choice for an appetizer that contrasts in texture and temperature. You may have to wait in line with the loyal locals who frequent this place during peak hours, but the food delivered with impeccable service is worth the wait. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Refined and handy |
101 Fourth Street Ground Floor at Metreon San Francisco, CA 94103 United States +1 415 369 6166 http://www.sanraku.com/ |
An elegantly understated decor makes this place seem like it should be tucked away in an exclusive part of the city, not sharing space in a downtown mall, chic and upscale though the Metreon is. The food is equally elegant, prepared meticulously for optimum flavor and authenticity. The sleek sushi bar serves up delicious Hand Rolls, Nigiri, and Sashimi. For lunch, find the traditional Bento Box with a tempting assortment of sushi, tempura, vegetables and either rice or noodles. The service for the locals and tourists who make this place so popular is quick from both the ebullient chefs and the friendly wait staff. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Simple refinement |
704 Sutter Street (at the corner of Taylor Street) San Francisco, CA 94109 United States +1 415 771 0803 http://www.sanraku.com/ |
This quietly chic spot has won considerable praise for the freshness of its ingredients (particularly its fish) and the meticulous preparation of its dishes. A small and very simply decorated room, it nonetheless impresses with its refinement and understated elegance. The sushi selection may not surprise, but certainly pleases, and grilled and tempura selections from the menu are nicely handled and delicious. The staff is friendly and efficient. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Modern approach, old-fashioned goodness |
1581 Webster Street Suite 202 San Francisco, CA 94115-3616 United States +1 415 563 7400 |
The vintage noodle-making machine at the front door is not used anymore, but the ramen noodles that bring in crowds of locals and tourists are deliciously old-fashioned in their authenticity and hearty goodness. They are served in a rich broth in huge bowls and topped with chicken, beef, barbecued pork, seafood or veggies by a bustling wait staff that is friendly and quick. Try the Vegetable Tempura, which is made with fresh seasonal vegetables or the seafood, both cooked until perfectly done and then quickly deep-fried in the houses light, slightly sweet batter. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Top-Notch Contemporary Japanese |
517 Hayes Street San Francisco, CA 94102 United States +1 415 864 2122 |
This chic sushi restaurant is elite. While the prices on the menu may make your eyes bulge, the food will not disappoint. Sebo is rumored to serve some of the best sushi in the city. The owners take such pride in the quality and presentation of their dishes that soy sauce and ginger are available only by request or recommendation from the chef. This is one of those one-time-a-year places for a lot of people, but if it's within your means it's surely worth a visit. Sebo is only open for a few hours around dinner T-Sa. Call for more details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fresh sushi |
2339 Clement Street San Francisco, CA 94121-1919 United States +1 415 752 4422 |
Locals repeatedly patronize this favorite because it has been serving fresh and affordable sushi. The dining area is Asian-influenced in its design, with great service and a casual atmosphere, but if you wish, you can get your food to go. The menu features sushi a la carte plus more Japanese favorites such tempura, as well as meat and poultry dishes. Also popular are the Teriyaki dinners that, like all the entrees, include soup and salad, rice, tea and a choice of ice cream. To drink, try a soda, sake, plum wine or imported beer. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Always fresh |
733 Taraval Street San Francisco, CA 94116 United States +1 415 564 8592 |
The popularity of Japanese cuisine has exploded in San Francisco and the owners of Shimo are riding that wave with wonderful cuisine and excellent service. Dine where the locals dine or get it to go. The dining room is cozy and the decor is Asian-inspired. It is a gem of a little sushi restaurant, serving fresh fish a la carte and dinner entrees like deep-fried seafood, tempura, chicken teriyaki and combination meals. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Asian Fusion & Live Music |
1217 Sutter Street (at Polk) San Francisco, CA 94109 United States +1 415 931 6951 http://www.sudachisushi.com/ |
Come in for the unique Asian-Mediterranean fusion cuisine, and stay for the live music. This ultra-modern restaurant retains Japanese cooking traditions and philosophies as they present beautifully hand crafted rolls. Sudachi provides contemporary sushi, tapas, imported wine, beer, sake, shochus, and fresh fruit cocktails. Check their website for updates on specials, discounts, and the evening's performer. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Japanese Cuisine at its Finest |
1105 Solano Ave San Francisco, CA 94706 United States +1 510 526 3516 http://www.sugatarestaurant.com |
The San Francisco Bay Area is a diner's paradise. Places to eat and drink abound, and this is one of the best places on earth to find sushi, and Sugata has some of San Francisco's choicest. Sugata is a magnet for sushi lovers and those with a taste for Japanese food in general. This compact restaurant is ideal for intimate dining and its reputation guarantees a usually full house. So reservations are recommended. Popular menu selections like, California Roll, Tekka, Natto, Chicken Teriyaki, Bento Boxes, Combination, are always in season, but you won't be disappointed no matter your order. Sugata's one of a kind sushi, prepared by the expert hand of chef Sugai-San will leave your mouth watering for more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Asian potpourri |
3111 16th Street San Francisco, CA 94103-3327 United States +1 415 626 5022 http://www.sunflower-restauran... |
Vietnamese-Japanese fusion restaurants are few and far between, even in the cultural melting pot of The City. Fortunately, this one serves delicious food, no matter what the cuisine's country of origin. The decor is strictly generic storefront, though there are a few photos of the Vietnamese countryside to break up the monotony. The menu offers its own respite, with toothsome dishes such as a tender steak served with a tangy peanut sauce and a fine selection of great sushi served by an efficient wait staff. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Geary hot spot |
3420 Geary Boulevard San Francisco, CA 94118-3326 United States +1 415 876 2666 |
Ka-boom! This Japanese sushi bar and restaurant serves affordable cuisine and features lots of tempura, teriyaki, donburi, sashimi, and sushi dishes. The sushi is very fresh and runs around $4 for two pieces. Eat in a friendly atmosphere, order take-out or ask about the delivery services. The dining area is Asian-inspired, casual, and low key with great service. Acclaimed house specialties include the Boom Roll (shrimp, tempura, crab, avocado, and special sauce), the Geary Roll (barbecued eel, avocado, and crab), and the San Francisco Roll (spicy tuna and avocado). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Catch a sushi boat downtown |
389 Geary Street (at the corner of Mason Street) San Francisco, CA 94102-1801 United States +1 415 781 5111 |
Look carefully for this downtown sushi bar or you might miss it. The tiny entrance has stairs that immediately lead downstairs to a cozy, traditionally spare Japanese dining room. Filling the center of the room is an imposing sushi bar, circled by boats ferrying a shifting selection of fresh sushi. To the side are booths where one can order exactly the sushi selection one wants without having to grab it off a moving target. The staff is brisk and efficient, and the prices are reasonable. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sushi feeding station |
1785 Union Street (between Octavia and Gough streets) San Francisco, CA 94123 United States +1 415 346 5070 |
Sushi Chardonnay? What is this? It is one of the only places with a sushi smorgasbord, an all-you can eat dinner-buffet with sushi, tempura, and other seafood laid out for the taking. There is a charge for wasted food. Most of the dinner clientele is hard-charging, upwardly mobile types living in the nearby Marina and Pacific Heights. There is a kind of a party atmosphere every night in this roomy but usually crowded restaurant. The food is fresh and good, but the emphasis is on quantity over quality. Beer and sake are available, as is a wine list longer than that found in most Japanese restaurants. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Super sushi! |
1516 Folsom Street San Francisco, CA 94107 United States +1 415 503 1950 |
Sushi Groove South undoubtedly serves some of the best sushi you will ever eat! You are guaranteed nothing but the freshest ingredients and seafood. The atmosphere is ultra hip, with addictive music playing in the background, and glamorous people all around. The wait for a table might seem like forever, but once the food arrives, all is forgiven. Try the Foie Gras Sushi or the Shrimp - you can even drop in after a late night movie or a ball game, as the restaurant is open till 11:30p on weekends. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Civic Center Sushi Spot |
800 Van Ness Avenue San Francisco, CA 94109 United States +1 415 775 5800 http://www.sushihanasf.com |
Sushi Hana, centrally located on Van Ness Avenue near the Civic Center, keeps San Franciscans full of everything Japanese. Sushi fans are continually bowled over by the assortment of specialty rolls and other sushi presentations on offer. For both lunch and dinner, patrons can choose to eschew the sushi route and go for hearty meal-sized servings of salmon teriyaki, pork loin donburi, chicken teppanyaki and more. Come dessert time, treat yourself to one of a number of exotic ice cream delicacies. Beer, wine and sake are available for your sipping or gulping pleasure. See website for menus, catering info, sake club details and more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Posh Japanese |
696 Mill Street San Francisco, CA 94019 United States +1 650 726 6336 http://www.sushimainst.com/ |
This is an elegant place to indulge in first-rate sushi with first-rate service to match. The ambiance is serene, with classic Japanese decor incorporating dark polished woods and carefully chosen pieces of striking Asian art. The upscale crowds who dine here enjoy the quality ingredients that make up the extensive selections including conch, sea urchin and other hard-to-find selections as well as house specials such as the Oaxaca (jalapeno peppers with avocado and cilantro). You will also find hearty donburis of grilled eel, fish, and chicken. A good selection of sake complements your meal. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Asian Delight |
107 Caledonia Street San Francisco, CA 94965 United States +1 415 332 3620 http://www.sushiran.com/ |
Sushi Ran, rated one of the best restaurants in the Bay area by critics and locals alike, is an Asian culinary haven. Chefs Haruo Komatsu together and Scott Whitman work wonders to create truly delectable dishes, and traditional Japanese sushi with inventive fusion cuisine is served by the friendly staff. The excess rush of loyal customers and tourists led the owner Yoshi Tome to open a wine bar alongside the eatery, and sushi eaters' competitions and picnics are also held often. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Festive and hip |
1608 Polk Street (between Sacramento and Clay streets) San Francisco, CA 94109 United States +1 415 345 1690 |
This Nob Hill sushi restaurant is modern, festive and cool. That makes it a great place to go on a date or with a large group of friends. The atmosphere is the restaurant's best asset next to the specialty roll and sake menu. Music, laughter and spirits are at home among checkerboard floors and brightly painted walls. A glass of house sake costs $2.75. This spot offers 20 kinds of sake including a potato-based variety that has quite a kick. Find a wide selection of sushi and sashimi and over 50 kinds of specialty rolls including the Cindy Roll (lobiko with sake, salmon, and lemon), the Checkerboard (crab, tuna, and hamachi). The restaurant also offers dishes such as Vegetable Tempura, Salmon Teriyaki, Shrimp Shioyaki and Beef Katsu. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Hip sushi |
1815 Market Street, Suite 5 San Francisco, CA 94103-1107 United States +1 415 621 1114 |
This is a hip-and-happening place for yuppies, students, Bohemian-types and wannabes to hang out and have great sushi at low prices. It is usually crowded, but the high-energy atmosphere makes time fly by. The food is a treat. All the classics are here - Maki, Nigiri, Hand Rolls and the like, made with lightening speed from quality ingredients by the ebullient sushi chefs. The service from the wait staff is also fast, with a plate of great food or a glass of excellent Japanese beer at your elbow no sooner than you order it. Payment is cash only. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Contemporary and great |
745 Columbus Avenue (between Filbert and Greenwich street) San Francisco, CA 94133 United States +1 415 788 8050 http://www.northbeachsushi.com |
The facade of this excellent eatery seems a bit stark compared to the Edwardian splendor of some of its neighbors, but the food is anything but. Traditional Japanese food is the order of business here and it is rendered with flair (making even such classics as teriyaki spiced with extra ginger, sing). You will also find bento boxes filled with toothsome morsels of seafood, chicken or beef along with tart pickled vegetables and aromatic rice. Kites float serenely over the quietly efficient wait staff that never misses beat serving the locals and tourists who flock here. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Trendy and terrific |
107 Caledonia Street San Francisco, CA 94965 United States +1 415 332 3620 http://www.sushiran.com |
Hi-tech meets tradition at this sleekly contemporary sushi bar. The nigiri, maki and hand rolls are expertly prepared from quality ingredients. Even old favorites such as California Rolls seem new again with the freshness of the ingredients and the up-to-the-nanosecond-hip surroundings. You will also find excellent tempura, both as an entree and in the sushi. The service, however, is delightfully old-fashioned with its efficiency and friendliness. Do not miss the Spider, a hand roll filled with crab tempura and the house's special sauce. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Casual and great |
301 Mission Street (at the corner of Beale Street) San Francisco, CA 94105 United States +1 415 957 0757 http://www.j-connections.com/d... |
This small, lunch-only space provides a bright and cheerful spot for delicious sushi and other classic Japanese menu items. The food is prepared with care from quality ingredients. A favorite is the huge plates of sweet-hot teriyaki in beef, chicken, pork, and veggie varieties. Though the selection of sushi is modest, the expert chefs produce excellent nigiri, maki, and hand rolls with the tuna and yellowtail being particularly toothsome. Locals, particularly the twenty-something and dotcommer crowd, make this place crowded at peak hours, but the personable wait staff keep things humming along at a quick clip. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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West Portal sushi |
360-C West Portal San Francisco, CA 94127 United States +1 415 665 3909 |
Fresh sushi at the right price is what you will find here. Get it to go or stay and enjoy your meal in a comfortable atmosphere. The dining area is unassuming with touches of Asian influence. The mood is relaxed and low key. This place is home to Japanese cuisine staples in chicken, beef, pork and fish. Although Sushi and Sashimi are the specialties, the menu is also filled with Donburi, Tempura, curry and noodles dishes. There is also an extensive selection of sake that can be sampled by the taste or the bottle. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Opera Plaza sushi |
601 Van Ness Street (in the Opera Plaza) San Francisco, CA 94102 United States +1 415 292 9997 |
This Japanese restaurant is popular with patrons of the arts. Its sushi and Japanese entrees are prepared with fresh ingredients and made with traditional methods. The restaurant is decorated in a very contemporary fashion with a long polished sushi bar as its focal point. The speedy and courteous staff is used to catering to the theater crowd who want to finish their meal before the curtain rises. The menu features a variety of Japanese cuisine including varieties of teriyaki, Katsu (meat cutlets), Sukiyaki (thinly sliced meat in broth,) Udon Noodles, and of course, Tempura. The sushi bar prepares nigiri-style sushi a la carte. The alcohol selection includes hot sake, imported and domestic beers, and select California wines, priced at an average of $5. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Healthy homestyle Japanese |
2235 Fillmore Street (between Sacramento and Clay streets) San Francisco, CA 94115 United States +1 415 346 3477 |
The family-owned establishment has been serving loyal patrons for more than 15 years. The family-friendly dining room is large and contemporary, simple, warm and inviting. The service is fast and courteous. The menu caters to healthy lifestyles with a portion of the menu devoted to "guiltless eating." These are low fat, highly nutritious dishes that include steamed vegetables, skinless white-meat chicken or seasoned tofu. You will also find Teriyaki, Sashimi and Tempura as well as Grilled Yellow Tail in a Lemon Soy Sauce or Chilled Steamed Spinach topped with a Sweet Sesame Seed Dressing. The sushi menu includes a variety of specialty rolls including the Indian Summer (with green bean tempura on the inside and grilled eel and avocado on the outside) and vegan rolls. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The place to be |
3174 16th Street (at the corner of Guerrero Street) San Francisco, CA 94110 United States +1 415 864 2288 http://www.tokyogogo.com/ |
People come to see and be seen, to get tipsy on premium liquor and to sample the outrageously inventive sushi and seafood items (Chopped Tuna and Salmon Sashimi with Mango Guacamole and Shrimp Chips, anyone?)on ergonomically correct seating. Specialty drinks cost around USD7 and each a la carte menu item is under USD12. It adds up quickly however. Dinner will be around USD30 per person. NOTE: Parking in the Mission District is always a challenge. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Flavors of Asia |
2909 Webster Street (Corner of Union and Webster Streets) San Francisco, CA 94123 United States +1 415 346 3431 http://www.umamisf.com/ |
If you love the flavors of Asian cuisine, Umami in the Marina/Presidio neighborhood is a must-visit. A tantalizing mix of Vietnamese, Japanese and Pan-Asian cuisine awaits you at this chic and trendy restaurant. Mellow lighting, large, comfy booths and a vibrant night scene all enhance your dining experience. Yummy cocktails are a welcome addition to the variety of exotic dishes available. Small plates are served too. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Elegantly delicious |
5415 College Avenue San Francisco, CA 94618 United States +1 510 654 7753 |
Though small, this elegant eatery offers excellent cuisine in a serene and gracious setting. The decor is understated with well-chosen touches of Asian art scattered around. Menu choices include favorites such as a light and crispy tempura selection, melt-in-your-mouth sashimi choices and wonderfully hearty udon soups with beef, seafood, chicken or vegetables. The teriyaki is marinated in a slightly hot, chilly-spiked sauce that is also heavy on ginger for a bracing take on that Japanese classic. The service for the generally upscale crowd is professional and the steak selection is good. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Smooth sailing |
307 Church Street (at the corner of 15th Street) San Francisco, CA 94114-1718 United States +1 415 252 8383 |
The ever-popular fleet of whimsical toy boats laden with sushi is the gimmick at this sushi bar popular with professionals, students and yuppies. The offerings are not wide but the tuna, eel, shrimp and the like are fresh and well made. So are the hand rolls, of which the California Roll is the star. At the tables you can order up plates of succulent Terriyaki as well as Udon noodles and hearty 'donburis' with flavorful beef, chicken, seafood or vegetable toppings. The service in the typically Japanese-style eatery is quick and efficient. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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SF sushi institution |
3226 Geary Boulevard (Geary at Parker) San Francisco, CA 94118 United States +1 415 221 9960 |
'Sushi Like Mom Used to Make,' the owners claim. You will have to decide that for yourself, but We Be Sushi's four San Francisco locations (with a fifth in Sunnyvale) do offer excellent and inexpensive sushi in all styles. The atmosphere is spartan and sometimes slightly cramped. All the other three We Be Sushi's are popular: two are on Bohemian Valencia Street (538 and 1071 Valencia Street), one in the Inner Sunset District feeds thousands of UCSF medical students (94 Judah Street). Note: Cash only. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Worth trekking for |
975 West Dana Street San Francisco, CA 94041-1220 United States +1 650 960 0626 |
There are few sushi bars worth driving out of your way for. This is one of them. The quality and varitey of the ingredients plus the expertness of the chefs make this sleekly contemporary spot a destination eatery for foodies. It is one of the few places that offers sushi made with lobster tempura, a creation so divine that it alone is worth the drive. Seating is Western or Japanese-style plus a few seats at the sushi bar. Find masterful renditions of classics and some inventive creations that change with the whim of the chefs. The service is stellar. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Unlisted greatness |
314 Church Street (at the corner of 15th Street) San Francisco, CA 94114 United States |
A genuine cult classic, this eccentric little storefront has no name on its sign, no phone number, and no end of people from all over The City who would rather eat here than higher-priced places in the neighborhood. It is not the stark storefront with kitchy faux brickw |