Izakaya Restaurants in San Francisco, CA

Rintaro Izakaya • $$$
82 14th St, San Francisco

Customers` Favorites

With Sliced Liberty Duck Breast and a Clay
Japanese Fried Chicken
Yakitori Chicken Thigh
Deluxe Sashimi Platter
Iwashi No Nanbanzuke
Hojicha Panna Cotta
Kurobuta Tonkatsu
Chiizu Tori Katsu
Chitzu Tori Katsu
Yakitori Tsukune

“Amazing food and service! Sake is the best!“

4.3 Superb220 Reviews
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Shizen

Shizen Izakaya • $$
370 14th St, San Francisco

Customers` Favorites

Gyoza Pan-Fried Vegetable and Tofu
Macha Ice Cream Brownie Sundae
Sweet Potato Tempura Roll
Brussels Sprouts Tempura
Spicy Garlic Miso Ramen
Spicy Garlic Ramen
Garlic Edamame GF
Spicy Miso Ramen
California Roll
Da Kine Ceviche

“Best vegan meal I’ve ever had, went twice in a four days it was that good ❤️“

4.7 Superb407 Reviews
Moku Yakitori-Ya Japanese • $$
312 8th Ave, San Francisco

Customers` Favorites

Garlic Noodles with Roe
Bacon Wrapped Enoki
Hamachi Carpaccio
Chicken Karaage
Kama Kampachi
Chicken Wings
Nasu Eggplant
Tuna Tataki
Black Cod
Yakitori

“Awesome awesome spot. Really incredible vibe in there and great music.

Food is clean eating and delicious, we ordered a ton and loved everything.

The mackerel, mushrooms, scallion chicken, and short rib were incredible. Got one of their highball cocktails as well which was insanely refreshing and a great balance of sweet and sour.

Highly recommend this spot! Seating is limited.“

4.2 Good43 Reviews
Ramenwell Ramen • $$
3378 18th St, San Francisco

Customers` Favorites

Signature Pork Ramen with Level 2 Spice
Tonkotsu Ramen Prep Kit
Bao Chicken Bao Bao
Souper Spicy Ramen
Side Chicken Katsu
House Pork Ramen
Chicken Tantanmen
Vegetarian Ramen
Taro Soft Serve
Chicken Karaage

“Came here for a friend catchup and we got seated and had a reservation beforehand.

Good:
- The ramen came out very quickly - I got the classic ramen bowl
- The portion size was good - I was very full by the end
- A nice place to catch up - it's got japanese izakaya vibes and more dimly lit

Bad:
- The soup was really salty so it felt like it was unhealthy to drink too much of it

Overall this was a solid place to have an extended catch up and the ramen was quick and tasty.“

4.3 Superb201 Reviews
Shokudou Sushi • $$
1000 Cortland Ave, San Francisco

Customers` Favorites

Deluxe Sashimi Combination
Fried Chicken Drumettee
Bacon Wrapped Enoki
Kani California Roll
Seared Tuna Tataki
Ora King Salmon
Beef Asparagus
Nigiri Sampler
Seaweed Salad
Hamachi Kama

“Good for lunch. Really value for your money. I had the sashimi lunch set and my wife had the chicken wing and salmon sushi set and both were really fresh and good. Will definitely come again ! Weekdays - reservations not really needed, but I've come by on weekends and you should make reservations.“

4.5 Superb63 Reviews
Nojo Ramen Tavern Ramen • $$
231 Franklin St, San Francisco

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Paitan with Meatballs
Tan-Tan Spicy Miso Paitan
Chicken Paitan Soy Sauce
Soy Sauce Tori Paitan
Tokyo Soy Sauce Ramen
Chicken Paitan Ramen
Gyoza Pot Stickers
Whole Chicken Leg
Spicy Miso Ramen
Veggie Miso Ramen

“Oisii Ramen.😋

It was my first visit at Nojo Tavern and I had this Tan Tan Spicy Ramen. It hit the spot. I travel around and have different kinds of Ramen but Nojo’s Tan Tan is a really good one.
The broth, thick noodles and Cilantro toppings was the best. It was my first time having ramen without Chasyu-Pork instead they have this Grounded chicken mixed with the broth which is more flavorful and delicious.
This Ramen is the recommendation to people who love spicy flavor Ramen noodles.
-Gochisousama Deshita🍜🍥“

4.2 Good125 Reviews
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Okane

Okane Japanese • $$$
669 Townsend St, San Francisco

Customers` Favorites

Chef's Choice of Assorted Sashimi
Hamachi Carpaccio
Sushi Rice
Miso Soup
Mackerel
Toro

“在美國的日本味道,這是算不錯的“

4.1 Good159 Reviews
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Ko

Ko Izakaya •
2193 Mission St, San Francisco

Customers` Favorites

Matcha Cheesecake and Matcha Ice Cream with Mochi
Tsukiji Giant Tekka Roll 4 Pieces
7 Pieces Omakase Nigiri
Spicy Hamachi Roll
California Roll
MA-Saba Sashimi
Chicken Wings
Rainbow Roll
Dragon Roll
Hand Rolls

“Awesome food. Actually tastes good for AYCE and at a reasonable price. Really rec the rangoons and skewers. Sushi was also very good and of high quality.

Service could be a bit more punctual, but it does get super busy after 6:30.“

3.9 Good232 Reviews
Dragon Horse Cocktail Bar • $$
917 Folsom St, San Francisco

Customers` Favorites

Truffle Albacore Tuna Tataki
Spicy Beef Gyoza Dumpling
Bacon Asparagus Skewers
Pork Belly Skewers
Yellowtail Sashimi
Chicken Meatballs
Dragon Horse Roll
Chef's Nigiri SPC
Chicken Karaage
Salmon Sashimi

“We stopped by after a graduation ceremony and had a wonderful experience. From the moment we walked in, we felt genuinely welcomed. The food was absolutely fabulous—flavorful, fresh, and beautifully presented. We also appreciated the selection of alcohol-free mocktails, which were creative and delicious. The atmosphere was warm, calm, and peaceful—a perfect setting to relax and celebrate. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a welcoming and serene dining experience.“

4.5 Superb161 Reviews
Taishoken San francisco Ramen • $$
665 Valencia St, San Francisco

Customers` Favorites

Soft Boiled Egg in the Tsukemen
Spicy Ramen with Bamboo and Egg
Spicy Ramen with Thin Noodles
Taro Mochi Ice Cream & Donuts
Karaage Fried Chicken
Deep Fried Pork Gyoza
Sand Storm Calamari
Shimeji Miso Ramen
Vegetarian Ramen
Tokusei Tsukemen

“This restaurant l restaurant has a handful of minor flaws for their higher prices.

We started with their happy hour appetizers: TSK fries and fried cauliflower. The fries tasted great with the seasoning, but it kept falling off so most bites were plain. The cauliflower was well-executed but uninteresting. We also tried a sake flight, which was excellent and showed a lot of variety.

For mains, we ordered dipping noodles and spicy miso ramen. The ramen has excellent ingredients including lucious pork belly and a perfectly done egg. However, the broth was salty and oily enough to slightly upset the stomach. The dipping noodles were very high quality with flavorful broth, but we generally preferred the ramen on our return visit. The pork rice bowl is an amazing value at $10 and is a meal in itself; it's my new favorite dish. Most mains are $22.

The first time service was very attentive, verging on overbearing. The second time was better. The interior atmosphere is beautiful, although it gets pretty loud when busy. Finally, we were disappointed to see that all of their new promotional signs are made with AI.“

4.3 Superb215 Reviews
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Chome

Chome Japanese • $$$
3601 26th St, San Francisco

Customers` Favorites

Tonkotsu Ramen with Extra Broth
Northern Sea Royal Dumpling
Complimentary Potato Salad
Yuzu Scallop Ikura Sashimi
Duck Duck Udon Carbonara
Garlic Chili Tonkotsu
Hojicha Panna Cotta
Sweet Potato Fries
House Potato Salad
Salted Egg Kabocha

“It has a very interesting menu, I really enjoy the food.“

4.3 Superb170 Reviews
Kaiju Eats Ramen & Izakaya Japanese • $$
3409 Geary Blvd, San Francisco

Customers` Favorites

Kimchi Kabocha Ramen
Veggie Tempura Roll
Spicy Miso Ramen
Kaiju Kobe Ramen
Karaage Curry Don
Garlic Edamame
Chicken Wing 2
Seafood Ramen
Karaage Ramen
Seaweed Salad

“The food here is always good! I usually get the KO ramen, a great tonkotsu broth and packed full of meat! You get a whole rib!

This time I got the lunch special with spicy miso ramen and the gyoza. The portion was HUGE I got 5 gyoza and what looked like a full bowl of ramen for $20! This place never disappoints.“

4.2 Good120 Reviews
Izakaya Sozai Ramen • $$
1500 Irving St, San Francisco

Customers` Favorites

Tuna Tartar Wasabi Guzca'Nole Lotus Root Chips
Nankotsu Karaage Chicken Cartilage
White Pepper Chicken Wings
Braised Pork Belly Kakuni
Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice
Ritsu Tonkotsu Ramen
Takoyaki Octopus Ball
Chicken Heart Skewer
Bacon-Wrapped Mochi
Miso Scallop Skewer

“Beyond the best Ramen in SF. It’s no wonder it’s always on the top 100 for the Chronicle. Michelin needs to review“

4.1 Good66 Reviews
Izakaya mayumi Izakaya • $$
2221 Clement St, San Francisco

Customers` Favorites

Grilled Hokkaido Scallop
Japanese Style Hot Pot
Sashimi Sampler
Omakase Nigiri
Hot Mama Roll
Wagyu Tataki
Wagyu Roll
Karaage
Sushi

“Excellent Japanese cuisine, service and staff are wonderful and helpful“

4.7 Superb52 Reviews
Taniku Izakaya Japanese • $$
1035 Geary St, San Francisco

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Thigh and Green Onion Skewer
Squid Ink Fried Rice
Pork Cheek Skewers
Hojicha Panna Cotta
Garlic Pork Ramen
Pork Belly Skewer
Yuzu Shoyu Ramen
Hotate Carpaccio
Spicy Miso Ramen
Katsu Curry Don

“The food was very delicious. The sushi, the beef ramen and the eel rice dish were all excellently made, and the staff was also very friendly. Highly recommended if you are looking for a reasonably priced yet high-quality Japanese restaurant.“

4.7 Superb271 Reviews
The Public Izakaya Izakaya • $
700 Post St, San Francisco

Customers` Favorites

Blistered Shishito Peppers
Classic Skewer Sampler
Salt & Pepper Nankotsu
Millionaire Tonkotsu
Green Tea Cheesecake
Millionare Tonkotsu
Seared Salmon Toro
Fiery Wagyu Ramen
Oyster Half Shell
Vegetable Tempura

“Coming from San Diego, I had high expectation. The Public Izakaya did NOT disappoint, and if fact, raised the bar. I see myself coming back tomorrow and every time I find myself in the Bay Area. Was feeling sashimi, so went with the best of the best. Staff was as great as the food, and I was lucky enough to be immediately seated. I would recommend this to the most discerning Izakaya fans. Cheers, Public Izakaya.“

4 Good261 Reviews
Kio Ramen Japanese • $
3528 Balboa St, San Francisco

Customers` Favorites

Slow Cooked Pork Ramen
Black Garlic Ramen
Curry Broth Ramen
Kio Special Ramen
Beef Curry Ramen
Lobster Ramen
Seaweed Salad
Beef Ramen
Kio Ramen
Edamame

“Kio Ramen on Balboa Street is an absolute gem in the Outer Richmond! The Pork House Ramen was nothing short of perfection—rich, savory broth with tender, flavorful pork that hit all the right notes. Pairing it with their house red wine was a surprisingly fantastic choice that elevated the meal even further.

Parking was surprisingly accessible for San Francisco, which already puts this spot ahead of many others. The staff was incredibly friendly, creating an atmosphere that was both lighthearted and welcoming. It felt like the perfect cozy stop to fuel up with a homey, comforting meal before heading out to soak in the breathtaking views this area is known for.

One tip though—if you’re like me, using chopsticks might turn into a fun little noodle adventure. Let’s just say the ramen was so good, even my chopsticks didn’t want to let go! Five stars, without a doubt!“

4.5 Superb31 Reviews
Jin Pot Shabu House Hot Pot • $$
5158 Geary Blvd, San Francisco

Customers` Favorites

Vegetarian Medley as a Side Option
Crispy Popcorn Chicken
Raw Vegetable Combo
Sliced Wagyu Beef
Broths Spicy Mala
Lamb and Beef
Mushroom Broth
AYCE Supreme
Shabu-Shabu
Spicy Miso

“Super satisfied, excellent soup with unlimited of meat & everything ! Will recommend to my friends & family ! Staff so nice & approachable ! Thank you Jin Pot, all of us are full & contented !“

4.4 Superb72 Reviews
Nomu Skewers Japanese • $$
580 Bush St, San Francisco

Customers` Favorites

Shishito Peppers Skewers
Moshi Yuzu Original
Assorted Tempura
Chicken Scallion
Garlic Edamame
Fried Oyster
Unagi Skewer
Miso Salmon
Mango Roll
Yakitori

“Overall it was normal food.
I had high expectations because of the good ratings, but it was a bit more disappointing than I expected. However, when I revisited it, it was different.
I think it’s worth looking forward to the different types of food~^^“

4.3 Superb138 Reviews
Noren Izakaya Japanese • $$$
1701 Powell St, San Francisco

Customers` Favorites

Matcha Mont Blanc Cake
Crispy Chicken Skin
Short Rib Skewers
Beef Tongue Stew
Shishito Pepper
Meatball Skewers
Shishito Peppers
Truffle Salmon
Skewer Sampler
Beef Short Rib

“We had the most wonderful dinner tonight at Noren Izakaya! Everything was fantastic from start to finish! From the service to the cocktails to the variety of food, to the dessert! Japanese yakitori and grilled street food and even sashimi! My new favorite! A must if you live or are visiting San Francisco! Oh! And tonight is not the night to skip dessert! 😘“

4.3 Superb79 Reviews
Ramen Hiroshi San Francisco Ramen • $$
322 Kearny St, San Francisco

Customers` Favorites

Pickled Vegetables and Fried Chicken Wings
Salt & Pepper Chicken Wings
Hiroshi Tonkotsu Ramen
Omakaze Chicken Skewer
Yuzu Vegetarian Ramen
Spicy Chicken Wings
Nankotsu Karaage
Various Yakitori
Chicken Karaage
Deep-Fried Gyoza

“Good food. I wish there was a little more broth, and I'm not a fan of thin noodles (personally), though the noodles were still good. You can add extra broth/noodles/toppings for +$5/ea. I like the location it's at, because it's right by the Embarcedero BART, making it a good option for lunch before the Pier.“

4.2 Good130 Reviews
DJ Sushi Japanese • $$
450 Broadway, San Francisco

Customers` Favorites

Miso Soup
Edamame
Gyoza
Sushi
Roll

“Bento boxes were great, so many options to chose from. Would definitely go back.“

4.1 Good53 Reviews
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Nono

Nono Japanese • $$$
1730 Fillmore St, San Francisco

Customers` Favorites

Salty Egg Yolk Tempura
Chicken Hearts Skewers
Chicken Oyster Skewer
Spicy Scallop Risotto
Chicken Skin Skewers
Egg Custard with Uni
Chicken Skewer Set
Sashimi Selection
Chips and Dip
Ribeye Skewer

“Atmosphere is vibey and their service was great. Everyone was nice and welcoming. Every dish we ordered was also delicious! Would definitely come back here.

Kary treated us so well!! She was our server, she was attentive and gave us GREAT recs for the food based on our preferences“

4.2 Good204 Reviews
Harajuku Sushi Sushi • $$
1812 Clement St, San Francisco

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Katsu Curry
Caterpillar Roll
California Roll
Sashimi Deluxe
Spicy Crunchy
Sushi Delux
Dragon Roll
Tempura
Ramen
Soup

“I had lightly seared A5 wagyu nigiri which was heavenly! Also spicy black garlic ramen with a huge tasty tender piece of pork belly. Both highly recommended!“

3.9 Good35 Reviews