After spending the afternoon eating and wandering Japantown, we wanted to bring onigiri home. Popped by and ordered some made to order onigiri home. They gave it to us warm and wrapped so that the seaweed doesn’t get soggy. Perfect for a late snack.
Adriana Lopez
Little hole in the wall, and you might walk past it but try not to miss this stand. There's a wide selection of onigiri. I personally loved the sake, beef, and spicy spam. They also have lots of great desserts to choose from.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sake Salmon Onigiri
隋东霖
I ordered 1 Iced Barley Tea and it took nearly 30 minutes.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 1
Austin Kenny
My matcha cheese cake was served almost frozen and the mochi was very disappointing, it tasted like industrial flavored candy.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
sun hu
My go to for mochi!
Food: 5
Service: 5
Austin Zhuang
My visit to Kissako Tea in Japantown, San Francisco, was an immersion into a culinary experience that stayed with me long after I left. The moment I stepped inside, I was greeted by the warm and inviting ambiance that perfectly complemented the aromatic scent of freshly prepared tea and food. I decided to indulge in one of their most talked-about items: the onigiri. Simple yet complex, this traditional Japanese rice ball became the highlight of my savory time at Kissako Tea.
The first thing I noticed about the onigiri was the remarkable fluffiness of the rice. Each grain seemed to be cooked to perfection, achieving a delicate balance between being light and holding its shape. The texture was neither too sticky nor too loose, making it an ideal canvas for the flavorful fillings. The rice's fluffiness played a crucial role in elevating the entire onigiri experience, adding an almost ethereal quality to each bite. It was evident that great skill and care were taken to prepare the rice, indicating a commitment to authenticity and quality.
Paired with the flawlessly cooked rice was a generous amount of filling that left nothing to be desired. The ratio of rice to filling was just right, avoiding the common pitfall of skimping on the ingredients. Whether it was the savory tuna, the rich and smooth avocado, or the deliciously marinated pickled plum, each filling was packed with flavor and complemented the rice perfectly. This sufficiency of filling ensured that every bite was both satisfying and memorable. My visit to Kissako Tea was more than just a meal; it was a celebration of traditional Japanese culinary artistry, right in the heart of San Francisco.
After spending the afternoon eating and wandering Japantown, we wanted to bring onigiri home. Popped by and ordered some made to order onigiri home. They gave it to us warm and wrapped so that the seaweed doesn’t get soggy. Perfect for a late snack.
Little hole in the wall, and you might walk past it but try not to miss this stand. There's a wide selection of onigiri. I personally loved the sake, beef, and spicy spam. They also have lots of great desserts to choose from.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sake Salmon Onigiri
I ordered 1 Iced Barley Tea and it took nearly 30 minutes.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 1
My matcha cheese cake was served almost frozen
and the mochi was very disappointing, it tasted like industrial flavored candy.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
My go to for mochi!
Food: 5
Service: 5
My visit to Kissako Tea in Japantown, San Francisco, was an immersion into a culinary experience that stayed with me long after I left. The moment I stepped inside, I was greeted by the warm and inviting ambiance that perfectly complemented the aromatic scent of freshly prepared tea and food. I decided to indulge in one of their most talked-about items: the onigiri. Simple yet complex, this traditional Japanese rice ball became the highlight of my savory time at Kissako Tea.
The first thing I noticed about the onigiri was the remarkable fluffiness of the rice. Each grain seemed to be cooked to perfection, achieving a delicate balance between being light and holding its shape. The texture was neither too sticky nor too loose, making it an ideal canvas for the flavorful fillings. The rice's fluffiness played a crucial role in elevating the entire onigiri experience, adding an almost ethereal quality to each bite. It was evident that great skill and care were taken to prepare the rice, indicating a commitment to authenticity and quality.
Paired with the flawlessly cooked rice was a generous amount of filling that left nothing to be desired. The ratio of rice to filling was just right, avoiding the common pitfall of skimping on the ingredients. Whether it was the savory tuna, the rich and smooth avocado, or the deliciously marinated pickled plum, each filling was packed with flavor and complemented the rice perfectly. This sufficiency of filling ensured that every bite was both satisfying and memorable. My visit to Kissako Tea was more than just a meal; it was a celebration of traditional Japanese culinary artistry, right in the heart of San Francisco.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Spicy Onigiri, Takoyaki, Mitarashi Dango, Matcha Mochi
So slow to get food - 20 minute wait for a small item
Fast service, solid food, daily soup set is a great deal
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Spicy Onigiri, Sakura Mochi
Best dango and treats ever!!!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
So slow to get food - 20 minute wait for a small item
Restaurantji Recommends
Great onigiri for the price! And love that there are veggie options (plain with salt, enoki mushroom, and takana greens). The enoki was our favorite!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The best onigiri ever. So consistent over the years. All the stars!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sake Salmon Onigiri
The best onigiri ever. So consistent over the years. All the stars!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sake Salmon Onigiri
Best fruit mochi I’ve ever tasted. Great flavours.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best place to drink a cup of tea (Ippodo). Absolutely recommend the gyokuro for tea-lovers and doriyaki to eat along with.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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