Izakaya Sozai

$$ • Ramen, Izakaya, Noodles

Hours:
1500 Irving St, San Francisco
(415) 371-9721

About Izakaya Sozai

Izakaya Sozai, a beloved neighborhood spot in San Francisco, is known for its reliable and super tasty eats like maitake fritters, white pepper chicken wings, tonkotsu ramen, beef fyi-don, and more. This cozy and welcoming restaurant features attentive service and a variety of dishes to share, including raw bar, yakitori, salads, vegetables, and ramen. Customers recommend making a reservation or arriving early to avoid a wait, as this small place fills up every night of the week. The chicken tsukumen is seasoned well, and the bar snacks are amazing, all at a reasonable price. Many guests praise the excellent food and service, noting that the ambiance is nice, though some wish it was a little bigger. Highlights include the whole squid, hamachi Kama, chicken skin, and Gyu-don, with the chicken skin noted for its nice crunch. The Gyu-don is very good, though some find the beef a bit dry. The spicy tuna crispy rice is a must-try, and the agedashi tofu is considered the best by many. This fantastic place for izakaya-style food also offers an exceptional collection of Japanese beers and sake. Overall, Izakaya Sozai is truly one of the best spots in the city and definitely worth a return visit.

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Izakaya Sozai Reviews

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216 ratings
Restaurantji Rating
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Food
4.3
Atmosphere
4.3
Service
4.3

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Restaurantji Rating

Waiting 45 minutes for a reservation outdoor in the cold - and then being told that you have to order everything immediately because it’s last call - has a way of making food taste like crap when it finally arrives. That is even overlooking that the pork belly was cooked too long and thus tough.

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

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Hours

Monday 5 - 9PM
Tuesday 5 - 9PM
Wednesday 5 - 9PM
Thursday 5 - 9PM
Friday 5 - 10PM
Saturday 5 - 10PM
Sunday 5 - 9PM
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