Kuma on Valencia
$$$ • Sushi Bars Book a table: 7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM MoreAbout Kuma on Valencia
Customers' Favorites
House Salad with Salmon Skin Chicharron
Nigiri Tasting Second Course
Nigiri Tasting First Course
Mizu Tako Aburi Nigiri
Salmon Avocado Roll
Soy Marinated Tuna
Sashimi Tasting
Sashimi Sampler
Sashimi Platter
Zeitgeist Roll
Kuma on Valencia Reviews
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Tried the sushi here with a few different rolls, including one with tempura shrimp and another with spicy tuna. The textures worked well together, and the flavors were nicely balanced. I liked that the menu had both familiar choices and a few more creative options
The sushi is always excellent!
Kuma is my favorite sushi spot in San Francisco. I usually get the rainbow roll, which has real crab, the Fresca, and the sweet potato roll. The ceviche style Wallu is one of the best things I’ve ever had.
Hours
| Monday | 12 - 2PM 5:30 - 10PM |
| Tuesday | 5:30 - 10PM 12 - 2PM |
| Wednesday | 12 - 2PM 5:30 - 10PM |
| Thursday | 12 - 2PM 5:30 - 10PM |
| Friday | 5:30 - 10PM 12 - 2PM |
| Saturday | 12 - 2PM 5:30 - 10PM |
| Sunday | 5:30 - 10PM 12 - 2PM |
Kuma on Valencia is a gem of a restaurant that serves excellent sushi. The chef's choice nigiri is a standout, and the house salad is also superb. Chef/owner Ryo Sakai is carefully observing guests' pleasure and suggesting next courses. The nigiri omakase is nicely dressed, and the house-made ponzu and pickled jalapeño are a highlight. The fish has been fresh, generous, and really good. The toro handroll is decadent, and the rolls are delicious. The Zeitgeist roll with toro, eggplant tempura, and purple rice is a work of art. The restaurant offers a comfortable and low-key vibe, with a small but modern space suitable for small groups. The sake menu is awesome, and the staff is genuinely kind. This is a temple dedicated to the profound simplicity of a perfect slice of fish over impeccably seasoned rice. The head master's skill is legendary—every piece is a masterclass in tradition and flavor.