They have vegetarian options with amazing curry that the chef stewed for days and a sweet, cozy atmosphere where ghibli movies are playing and the staff put on the movie we requested 🥰
Venki Kumar
Large selection of interesting imported Japanese beer, great food & vibe.
We got the chicken katsu curry & a sweet potato beer.
P Gutierrez
cute small place, excellent food, we will visit again 😋
Gabriel Donoso
Atmosphere is cool but I spent like $27 for Katsu and miso soup and was still hungry afterwards I should never be hungry after spending $27. Sorry skip this place.
Steve McAuley
Been going through the mall trying all the food, and this place was next. Yet again, we found ourselves a gem! The immediate greeting was friendly and welcoming. We were directed to a table (they have counter area as well, which is always fun), and then had a drink and dinner menu dropped off. The decor makes you feel like you're in a quaint home or small café in Japan. The food continues this feeling.
They have dishes that you generally don't see at restaurants because it takes too long! They have food your MOM would cook! And it's ALL delicious. We enjoyed the kara-age, the mini sausages, and the omurice. It tasted like it was definitely made with care!
All members of the staff came to make sure things were going well, and we got to talk to a kind gentleman (owner maybe... didn't get his name) about the food offerings and the wonderful atmosphere. I love the manga on the walls, the anime on the TVs, the kind staff, the adorable figurines, the delicious food, and the neat idea of eating on the bridge between the malls; it was just a great experience! Would totally recommend!!
Laura Jarrel
We came, we sat, we saw a cockroach just chillin on the table, we left. If the roaches are comfortable being in plain sight in broad daylight, it means there's more where that one came from.
William Ramsey
This affordable quirky gem in Japantown is a must visit. Yes there are Michelin starred restaurants in Japantown, but how many of them have a menu this baffling, but this delicious
Imagine your favorite greasy spoon. Now, make it Japanese. The atmosphere, the narrow location (literally on a bridge connecting two parents of a mall), the grandpa who won't take your plate unless you finish your food, the 20 year old anime magazines, and the fact that the menus are slightly falling apart and inconsistent guest-to-guest add to the punk cred of this restaurant.
I can't recommend the Japanese pizza with bonito flakes enough. Truly life changing. Don't see it on the menu, look at your friends menu. It's probably in there instead.
Isobel Needle
Very good food (would recommend getting a curry) but the did not have a good system for people waiting for a table.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 3
Rei X
We passed this restaurant a few times while visiting the mall in Japantown and decided to give it a shot, and I'm so glad we did. The atmosphere was cozy, cute, and extremely fun for any anime/manga enthusiasts. And the food was DELICIOUS. I had the hamburger steak sizzler and it was so good that I almost want to return to San Fran just to eat it again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jeffrey Brown
I absolutely LOVE ‘on the bridge’ in Japantown SF! I’ve been coming here since I was… 14? 15? And the food has never disappointed! Seating is a little limited (if it’s a busy day) but I’ve never really had to wait too long. Love the fun art and all the Manga throughout the restaurant! The owner and/or chef is SO nice and never makes a bad dish! I got the mentaiko cream pasta this time around and I’ve been thinking about it ever since! Every time I make it to Japantown- this is my go to! Prices are good for food and you get good portions! Drinks are a little pricey but where are they not when you eat out but it’s all very authentic Japanese!
Very good spot that’s affordable for locals. Food tastes like any other delicious Japanese food, and service is top notch from the chef.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Lucy
We went there around 8:20 pm while everything else was closing. We ordered the curry rice and vegetable dumplings, the food came out fast. It was decent food for bar food but not great however since they sell a lot of imported alcohol the atmosphere of the bar is great .
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
Brian Shotwell
On the Bridge! Best place ever!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
qq yok
It’s very rare to find a Yoshoku place in the area! The food is amazing and the staff are friendly. They also have manga that you can read during your meal. Love the place!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Katsu Curry Don
Randy D
Highly recommend never coming here. The guy who I guess was the manager on a Sunday night was super unfriendly. My friends asked for a sake recommendation and he frowned and said “that’s too general; it’s like asking for a wine recommendation” and wasn’t helpful. Which makes no sense cause you can totally get wine recommendations.
They charged me automatic 20% gratuity without telling me and then the manager again was rude and defensive. Also a “leverage fee” just to round my total up to $100? Food was very mid. Avoid this place. Worst service I’ve had that I can remember.
They have vegetarian options with amazing curry that the chef stewed for days and a sweet, cozy atmosphere where ghibli movies are playing and the staff put on the movie we requested 🥰
Large selection of interesting imported Japanese beer, great food & vibe.
We got the chicken katsu curry & a sweet potato beer.
cute small place, excellent food, we will visit again 😋
Atmosphere is cool but I spent like $27 for Katsu and miso soup and was still hungry afterwards I should never be hungry after spending $27. Sorry skip this place.
Been going through the mall trying all the food, and this place was next. Yet again, we found ourselves a gem! The immediate greeting was friendly and welcoming. We were directed to a table (they have counter area as well, which is always fun), and then had a drink and dinner menu dropped off. The decor makes you feel like you're in a quaint home or small café in Japan. The food continues this feeling.
They have dishes that you generally don't see at restaurants because it takes too long! They have food your MOM would cook! And it's ALL delicious. We enjoyed the kara-age, the mini sausages, and the omurice. It tasted like it was definitely made with care!
All members of the staff came to make sure things were going well, and we got to talk to a kind gentleman (owner maybe... didn't get his name) about the food offerings and the wonderful atmosphere. I love the manga on the walls, the anime on the TVs, the kind staff, the adorable figurines, the delicious food, and the neat idea of eating on the bridge between the malls; it was just a great experience! Would totally recommend!!
We came, we sat, we saw a cockroach just chillin on the table, we left. If the roaches are comfortable being in plain sight in broad daylight, it means there's more where that one came from.
This affordable quirky gem in Japantown is a must visit. Yes there are Michelin starred restaurants in Japantown, but how many of them have a menu this baffling, but this delicious
Imagine your favorite greasy spoon. Now, make it Japanese. The atmosphere, the narrow location (literally on a bridge connecting two parents of a mall), the grandpa who won't take your plate unless you finish your food, the 20 year old anime magazines, and the fact that the menus are slightly falling apart and inconsistent guest-to-guest add to the punk cred of this restaurant.
I can't recommend the Japanese pizza with bonito flakes enough. Truly life changing. Don't see it on the menu, look at your friends menu. It's probably in there instead.
Very good food (would recommend getting a curry) but the did not have a good system for people waiting for a table.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 3
We passed this restaurant a few times while visiting the mall in Japantown and decided to give it a shot, and I'm so glad we did. The atmosphere was cozy, cute, and extremely fun for any anime/manga enthusiasts. And the food was DELICIOUS. I had the hamburger steak sizzler and it was so good that I almost want to return to San Fran just to eat it again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I absolutely LOVE ‘on the bridge’ in Japantown SF! I’ve been coming here since I was… 14? 15? And the food has never disappointed! Seating is a little limited (if it’s a busy day) but I’ve never really had to wait too long. Love the fun art and all the Manga throughout the restaurant! The owner and/or chef is SO nice and never makes a bad dish! I got the mentaiko cream pasta this time around and I’ve been thinking about it ever since! Every time I make it to Japantown- this is my go to! Prices are good for food and you get good portions! Drinks are a little pricey but where are they not when you eat out but it’s all very authentic Japanese!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Mentaiko Spaghetti, Spicy Takoyaki, Tofu Don, Chicken Katsu Curry Don, Chicken Katsu, Mentaiko Cream Spaghetti, Gyoza
Restaurantji Recommends
Very good spot that’s affordable for locals. Food tastes like any other delicious Japanese food, and service is top notch from the chef.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
We went there around 8:20 pm while everything else was closing. We ordered the curry rice and vegetable dumplings, the food came out fast. It was decent food for bar food but not great however since they sell a lot of imported alcohol the atmosphere of the bar is great .
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
On the Bridge! Best place ever!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
It’s very rare to find a Yoshoku place in the area! The food is amazing and the staff are friendly. They also have manga that you can read during your meal. Love the place!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Katsu Curry Don
Highly recommend never coming here. The guy who I guess was the manager on a Sunday night was super unfriendly. My friends asked for a sake recommendation and he frowned and said “that’s too general; it’s like asking for a wine recommendation” and wasn’t helpful. Which makes no sense cause you can totally get wine recommendations.
They charged me automatic 20% gratuity without telling me and then the manager again was rude and defensive. Also a “leverage fee” just to round my total up to $100? Food was very mid. Avoid this place. Worst service I’ve had that I can remember.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
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