Hands down my favorite sushi spot in the city (and a global contender for top spot). Chef Roy and the entire team are incredibly skilled and make you feel right at home.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
James Mercer
Amazing sushi and atmosphere. The flatware is unique and elevated, fish is incredibly fresh, and staff is kind.
Christina Dela Cruz
I've been a fan of Kibatsu since their early days when they first opened Sugoi! on Valencia. Over the years, they've expanded to three locations and consistently deliver exceptional sushi and Japanese cuisine. Their food never disappoints—trust me, it's worth the visit every time.
In fact, I once dined here 8 days in a row because I just couldn't get enough! If you're unsure what to order, I highly recommend trying the Omakase—you'll be glad you did. Some of my favorites include Ponzu Walu, Walu, Amaebi, Wagyu, Uni, Umimatsu, Kimedai, and countless other delicious options.
If you're craving top-quality fish and authentic Japanese flavors, Kibatsu is the place to go. Don't miss out!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Terri Brown
Dropped in last night and got two seats at the end of the bar. Channel was our server and she orchestrated the perfect sequence of food and drink for us. Loved the intimate neighborhood atmosphere and friendliness of the patrons and staff. Thank you for a wonderful evening.
Daniel Johnson
This was my first time here. A friend who lives in the neighborhood recommended it and I couldn’t have been more pleased. Very cute dark intimate atmosphere, unique plating, great quality flavor and really friendly staff. The chef even gifted us a tasty special piece of sushi. Highly recommend!
Tristan Timblin
Went from my favorite sushi in the city to my only sushi in the city. Chanel is so nice and welcoming. I mentioned having to leave the city for 6 months, stopped coming, and after they remembered and were so happy to have me back. Surprised and fortunate to feel like such a regular. The sushi has been amazing and consistent for the dozen times I’ve been. If you wanna try SF sushi come here!
Madison Jean
My favorite spot for sushi in SF. Great for a date night or if you’re feeling really fancy you can do the Omakase experience which is incredible! Top quality fish so no matter what you have it will be great!
Saniya Godil
The rice is on the vinegar-y side, which I love! The fish portions are good and I liked everything but suprisingly the toro. The piece I got had some irregular texture. Everything else was favorful and tender and the space is super vibey.
Excellent sushi quality esp for its price. Highly recommend sake sushi and toro temaki.
Friendly and attentive staff.
Chang Liu
Worst sushi and Japanese dining experience in San Francisco after living here for 5 years . We ordered and waited for 30 minutes and then were told our fish is out of stock…. And the service is not friendly and definitely not recommended! They only serve white people.
By the way, The nearby Nara is much better with authentic omakase.
Douglas and Anita Scribner
The other night, we had a wonderful dinner, at Kibatsu. I don’t know when I’ve had such an amazing omakase set!
The restaurant is tastefully decorated and the lovely lighting lends to a feeling of intimacy! Table settings were unique for each dish presented and the staff were warm and attentive!
Roy was fabulous in creating innovative and unusual dishes for us on our Omakase, though we added a few items! The selection of seafood was delicious and aesthetically beautiful! It included many types of fish that are rare for sushi restaurants to serve outside of Japan. The crab broth was absolutely delicious and the steak and cloud mushrooms, followed by caviar embellished ice cream cones were a fabulous ending to a delectable seafood meal!
Will definitely be back to this restaurant when I am in town!!!😉
Mia Day
The deluxe maki options are soo delicious. Beautiful intimate restaurant, we sat at the bar. Wonderful chef & service
Sam Huang
place is very crowded and loud. Also I do not recommend it if are looking for relaxing omakase place. many sushi pieces were not enjoyable either too salty, chewy or sour. in the end they serve ice cream with wagu beef on top of the ice cream, the beef waa greasy and under salted, the flavor also ruined the iceam in my opinion. overall not a great experience.
Amazing food and staff
Wow - amazing omakase and amazing experience!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hands down my favorite sushi spot in the city (and a global contender for top spot). Chef Roy and the entire team are incredibly skilled and make you feel right at home.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amazing sushi and atmosphere. The flatware is unique and elevated, fish is incredibly fresh, and staff is kind.
I've been a fan of Kibatsu since their early days when they first opened Sugoi! on Valencia. Over the years, they've expanded to three locations and consistently deliver exceptional sushi and Japanese cuisine. Their food never disappoints—trust me, it's worth the visit every time.
In fact, I once dined here 8 days in a row because I just couldn't get enough! If you're unsure what to order, I highly recommend trying the Omakase—you'll be glad you did. Some of my favorites include Ponzu Walu, Walu, Amaebi, Wagyu, Uni, Umimatsu, Kimedai, and countless other delicious options.
If you're craving top-quality fish and authentic Japanese flavors, Kibatsu is the place to go. Don't miss out!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dropped in last night and got two seats at the end of the bar. Channel was our server and she orchestrated the perfect sequence of food and drink for us. Loved the intimate neighborhood atmosphere and friendliness of the patrons and staff. Thank you for a wonderful evening.
This was my first time here. A friend who lives in the neighborhood recommended it and I couldn’t have been more pleased. Very cute dark intimate atmosphere, unique plating, great quality flavor and really friendly staff. The chef even gifted us a tasty special piece of sushi. Highly recommend!
Went from my favorite sushi in the city to my only sushi in the city. Chanel is so nice and welcoming. I mentioned having to leave the city for 6 months, stopped coming, and after they remembered and were so happy to have me back. Surprised and fortunate to feel like such a regular. The sushi has been amazing and consistent for the dozen times I’ve been. If you wanna try SF sushi come here!
My favorite spot for sushi in SF. Great for a date night or if you’re feeling really fancy you can do the Omakase experience which is incredible! Top quality fish so no matter what you have it will be great!
The rice is on the vinegar-y side, which I love! The fish portions are good and I liked everything but suprisingly the toro. The piece I got had some irregular texture. Everything else was favorful and tender and the space is super vibey.
(I got mostly nigiri- salmon, tuna, yellowtail, baby yellowtail, toro, spanish aji)
The waitor and waitress were both very nice. Would definitely come back
Restaurantji Recommends
Excellent sushi quality esp for its price.
Highly recommend sake sushi and toro temaki.
Friendly and attentive staff.
Worst sushi and Japanese dining experience in San Francisco after living here for 5 years . We ordered and waited for 30 minutes and then were told our fish is out of stock…. And the service is not friendly and definitely not recommended! They only serve white people.
By the way, The nearby Nara is much better with authentic omakase.
The other night, we had a wonderful dinner, at Kibatsu. I don’t know when I’ve had such an amazing omakase set!
The restaurant is tastefully decorated and the lovely lighting lends to a feeling of intimacy! Table settings were unique for each dish presented and the staff were warm and attentive!
Roy was fabulous in creating innovative and unusual dishes for us on our Omakase, though we added a few items! The selection of seafood was delicious and aesthetically beautiful! It included many types of fish that are rare for sushi restaurants to serve outside of Japan. The crab broth was absolutely delicious and the steak and cloud mushrooms, followed by caviar embellished ice cream cones were a fabulous ending to a delectable seafood meal!
Will definitely be back to this restaurant when I am in town!!!😉
The deluxe maki options are soo delicious. Beautiful intimate restaurant, we sat at the bar. Wonderful chef & service
place is very crowded and loud. Also I do not recommend it if are looking for relaxing omakase place. many sushi pieces were not enjoyable either too salty, chewy or sour. in the end they serve ice cream with wagu beef on top of the ice cream, the beef waa greasy and under salted, the flavor also ruined the iceam in my opinion. overall not a great experience.
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