some of the best sushi in sf, best I've had outside of japan
Lily Bradshaw
Super cute vibes, nice food and nice area. Food is good for a nice treat.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Moorissa Tjokro
one of the most authentic japanese places in the city, if not the most i’ve ever been. it’s a small business owned by a japanese family (incl their chef and waitresses). loved the warmth and cozy size of the space
their salmon skin handroll is hands down the best and I always go there for it. the cod, miso, and their unique tofu variants are also super highly recommended!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Ryan Patel-Francis
Food was fine but service was actually shocking. The head server informed us that they closed - hard stop - at 9:30. We didn’t get our food until 9:10, check dropped at 9:20, and she in fact said “could you speed it up” at 9:25. It led to quite a few laughs with my friend, but this was one of the worst dining experiences i’ve had in a very long time. Couldn’t recommend less.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 1
Lily G
SO unwelcoming and rude. Do not give your business to this restaurant.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
June Huang
Great, no frills Japanese place. I would come here again for their tofu. So soft and silky!
The fish is solid and good, but nothing to really write home about.
Their white fish carpaccio appetizer was very good. The duck was so-so.
There is a 4% surcharge on cc which is annoying but I get it. I would just raise my prices, though.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 3
Viale M
We’ve been coming here for at least a decade, and sadly the place feels well past its prime. Today it’s pricey and notably unfriendly.
On arrival, the tone is set by a cluster of posted rules and fees. There’s a 4% “check‑out fee” for paying by credit card, and the posted prices represent cash pricing. Seating is contingent on your entire party being present (“You will not be seated until every one of your party is available”), and there’s a firm no‑pets policy except for service animals. Policies are fine, but the way they’re presented and enforced comes across as rigid and discouraging rather than welcoming.
Service matched the signage: whether by phone or in person, staff were curt and procedural. We felt more managed than hosted. That’s a shame, because the food is still good—the tofu is decent—and the kitchen can deliver. But comparable quality is easy to find elsewhere now, without the side dish of rudeness and extra fees.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Eric Ling
Really delicious and affordable sushi, with a lot of fish options
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Darian Ta
I was really excited to try this restaurant! But something is wrong with management here, and they made it clear they didn't want our business. They are extremely rude and ultra-unaccomodating. It appears they are more focused on enforcing strict etiquette and laws than running a restaurant. We came in on a Thursday night and they had a sign that said cash only. Sure. I had my partner sit down and order first while I went to a nearby atm to get cash so that the food could be out by the time I got back and we could be in and out of their establishment as soon as possible. They kicked him out of the restaurant. When I came back he had to check something on his laptop for work. Immediately the waitress came and said there are no laptops allowed. Sure. He went outside. I am sitting at the table getting ready to order and a man comes and says we cannot serve you if your whole party is not here. I informed him that he is right outside. He insisted that they close soon, and I reassured him I want to order now so that we can get out before they close. He was adamant about his statement, and my partner came back immediately during the confrontation. We decided to leave because of the disgusting way we were treating the whole time. Be wary when coming here, they are not friendly.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Simon Luu
Food was not that great for the price. I have definitely had better
Nice local spot for sushi and house-made tofu. Can be a bit of a wait, and the hostess asked us to leave after she drought the check, but that was to seat others so sort of understandable. Tasty food though.
Incredible friendly run business. Very authentic and delicious food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kb
Avoid this place at all costs. They prey on tourists, overcharge, and can’t get a simple order right. When we politely pointed out that my dish wasn’t what I ordered, they got defensive and actually argued with me instead of fixing it. Unprofessional, unpleasant, and absolutely not worth your time or money.
Sonya Hu
Absolute gem. This hole-in-the-wall Japanese spot has a small menu and even smaller space, but they certainly don’t let that stop them from creating one of my favorite restaurant experiences in SF. The space is super cozy and intimate, able to seat maybe 20 people max at a time. They don’t take reservations, so you just have to hope for the best with a walk-in. There tends to be decent availability for lunch, but it can get extremely crowded in the evening. The staff is also remarkably friendly and kind, really adding to the overall cozy atmosphere — it genuinely feels like I’m visiting someone’s house with how comfortable and intimate the space is. While Eiji is primarily a sushi restaurant (and has a great selection of super fresh and wonderfully prepared sushi), my favorite thing has to be their freshly made tofu. My friend and I split their oboro tofu, which was absolutely delightful; it was freshly made tofu order and perfectly silky, warm, and comforting. The tofu itself is plain but comes with a soy sauce-based sauce and tons of small toppings you can mix and match with each scoop. Everything about this place felt like a warm hug, and I can’t wait to come back and try more tofu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Thao Ha
Small hole in the wall with great tofu! They have good sushi but the best things are their specials and tofu! There was a strange playlist but otherwise no other complaints
some of the best sushi in sf, best I've had outside of japan
Super cute vibes, nice food and nice area. Food is good for a nice treat.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
one of the most authentic japanese places in the city, if not the most i’ve ever been. it’s a small business owned by a japanese family (incl their chef and waitresses). loved the warmth and cozy size of the space
their salmon skin handroll is hands down the best and I always go there for it. the cod, miso, and their unique tofu variants are also super highly recommended!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Food was fine but service was actually shocking. The head server informed us that they closed - hard stop - at 9:30. We didn’t get our food until 9:10, check dropped at 9:20, and she in fact said “could you speed it up” at 9:25. It led to quite a few laughs with my friend, but this was one of the worst dining experiences i’ve had in a very long time. Couldn’t recommend less.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 1
SO unwelcoming and rude. Do not give your business to this restaurant.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Great, no frills Japanese place. I would come here again for their tofu. So soft and silky!
The fish is solid and good, but nothing to really write home about.
Their white fish carpaccio appetizer was very good. The duck was so-so.
There is a 4% surcharge on cc which is annoying but I get it. I would just raise my prices, though.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 3
We’ve been coming here for at least a decade, and sadly the place feels well past its prime. Today it’s pricey and notably unfriendly.
On arrival, the tone is set by a cluster of posted rules and fees. There’s a 4% “check‑out fee” for paying by credit card, and the posted prices represent cash pricing. Seating is contingent on your entire party being present (“You will not be seated until every one of your party is available”), and there’s a firm no‑pets policy except for service animals. Policies are fine, but the way they’re presented and enforced comes across as rigid and discouraging rather than welcoming.
Service matched the signage: whether by phone or in person, staff were curt and procedural. We felt more managed than hosted. That’s a shame, because the food is still good—the tofu is decent—and the kitchen can deliver. But comparable quality is easy to find elsewhere now, without the side dish of rudeness and extra fees.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Really delicious and affordable sushi, with a lot of fish options
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
I was really excited to try this restaurant! But something is wrong with management here, and they made it clear they didn't want our business. They are extremely rude and ultra-unaccomodating. It appears they are more focused on enforcing strict etiquette and laws than running a restaurant. We came in on a Thursday night and they had a sign that said cash only. Sure. I had my partner sit down and order first while I went to a nearby atm to get cash so that the food could be out by the time I got back and we could be in and out of their establishment as soon as possible. They kicked him out of the restaurant. When I came back he had to check something on his laptop for work. Immediately the waitress came and said there are no laptops allowed. Sure. He went outside. I am sitting at the table getting ready to order and a man comes and says we cannot serve you if your whole party is not here. I informed him that he is right outside. He insisted that they close soon, and I reassured him I want to order now so that we can get out before they close. He was adamant about his statement, and my partner came back immediately during the confrontation. We decided to leave because of the disgusting way we were treating the whole time. Be wary when coming here, they are not friendly.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Food was not that great for the price. I have definitely had better
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Restaurantji Recommends
Nice local spot for sushi and house-made tofu. Can be a bit of a wait, and the hostess asked us to leave after she drought the check, but that was to seat others so sort of understandable. Tasty food though.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Strawberry Mochi, Chef’S Selection Nigiri, Homemade Tofu
Incredible friendly run business. Very authentic and delicious food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Avoid this place at all costs. They prey on tourists, overcharge, and can’t get a simple order right. When we politely pointed out that my dish wasn’t what I ordered, they got defensive and actually argued with me instead of fixing it. Unprofessional, unpleasant, and absolutely not worth your time or money.
Absolute gem. This hole-in-the-wall Japanese spot has a small menu and even smaller space, but they certainly don’t let that stop them from creating one of my favorite restaurant experiences in SF. The space is super cozy and intimate, able to seat maybe 20 people max at a time. They don’t take reservations, so you just have to hope for the best with a walk-in. There tends to be decent availability for lunch, but it can get extremely crowded in the evening. The staff is also remarkably friendly and kind, really adding to the overall cozy atmosphere — it genuinely feels like I’m visiting someone’s house with how comfortable and intimate the space is. While Eiji is primarily a sushi restaurant (and has a great selection of super fresh and wonderfully prepared sushi), my favorite thing has to be their freshly made tofu. My friend and I split their oboro tofu, which was absolutely delightful; it was freshly made tofu order and perfectly silky, warm, and comforting. The tofu itself is plain but comes with a soy sauce-based sauce and tons of small toppings you can mix and match with each scoop. Everything about this place felt like a warm hug, and I can’t wait to come back and try more tofu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Small hole in the wall with great tofu! They have good sushi but the best things are their specials and tofu!
There was a strange playlist but otherwise no other complaints
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
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