50 Best Sushi Bars in San Francisco

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

“We've been here twice and enjoyed it both times. The sushi was fresh and well made, and the Hey Girl roll was our favorite. We'd order it again in a heartbeat. The flavors were balanced, the presentation was beautiful, and the portions felt just right.

The staff were friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere was welcoming, which made it a great spot for a relaxed dinner. One thing we really loved: they offer free ice cream if you're celebrating your birthday. It's a thoughtful touch that makes the visit feel special.

Highly recommended, and we'll definitely be back!“

“I cannot say I had a bad experience. Everything was my favorite“

“Best non-traditional sushi that I've ever eaten“

“Best Omakase in town.“

“I went to KEN for my birthday and it was absolutely phenomenal. The fish was delicious; so many new flavors and combinations; the chef was superb - talented and entertaining, with great attention to detail. The service was impeccable. I cannot say enough good things!“

“We celebrated my brother’s birthday here, and it was our first time dining at Akikos. We had one of the best omakase experiences and would highly recommend it!

The atmosphere feels luxurious and perfect for a special occasion or fine dining experience. I loved seeing how the entire staff worked together as a team, and the chefs were very detailed in explaining each dish and how it was prepared. The nigiri was exceptional, with noticeably high-quality fish and ingredients.

We also met one of their hostesses, Shaina, who was incredibly friendly, welcoming, and made our experience even better.

Overall, it was definitely worth the price. We had such a great experience celebrating my brother’s birthday here, and we would absolutely come back!“

“Emma ,Julio and staff great!“

“ALWAYS a fantastic and tasty dinner. ☺️“

“Watermelon 🍉 Roll; no rice, refreshingly good Fried seafood chips appetizer; I wanted it as a meal it’s a different yum 😋 Ice cream sandwich wow!“

“awesome a must try, this is a hidden gem“

“The customer service is outstanding and the quality of sushi serves were delicious. The Chef prepared the plates well. I don’t think I can return to a regular Japanese restaurant after this experience. 😁“

“I think the 4.7 Google rating for this place is too high. Four stars is more like it. The food was mostly good, but there were a few items that were not so great. We got the sashimi sampler. The barracuda and tuna sashimi were excellent and flavorful even without soy sauce. The aji and sea bream sashimi were fine, but had less flavor. The yellowtail sashimi was downright sour and not fresh. We also ordered some small plates. The agedashi tofu was very nice. The grilled scallops featured an impressive presentation (scallops in their shell cooking in a bubbling broth over a small fire that died down right when we finished the dish) and a tender texture, but ultimately the taste was bland. The assorted tempura was fine although I thought the batter could have been lighter. The house salad was large and fresh – a good deal. We finished with some skewers – shrimp, chicken, zucchini, and mushrooms. The skewers ranged from solid to good. Beyond the food, we thought the service was friendly and competent. The atmosphere, however, left something to be desired. The restaurant reeked of cleaning fluid and the floor was sticky.“

“good selection of fish, listing places of origin, good classic sushi preparation, if they have the fish soup the day you visit, be sure to order it, you won't regret it! Tonight 2 servers is a bit understaffed, but the sushi bar is fast and furious, keeping up with the demand of a full house“

“Great sushi, perfectly prepared and presented. So glad I walked a few more blocks to go there. Small with a very friendly staff (my 2 Buddhi’s) made for enjoyable experience. Come to town at least once a year; plan to be back.“

“The best sushi place in the city!! Quality of food is 10 out of 5......“

“We were visiting San Francisco on a cruise and spent some time exploring Japantown. While walking around the Japan Center West Mall, we stumbled across Oma San Francisco Station.

It’s a tiny, almost hole-in-the-wall sushi counter with very limited seating, and it immediately reminded us of some of the small restaurants we visited in Japan. We hadn’t planned on eating here, but fortunately they were able to seat us.

We ordered the special tasting platter they had created for their anniversary, and the nigiri was outstanding. Having eaten sushi in Japan, we thought the quality here was every bit as good — if not better than some of what we had there. The fish was incredibly fresh and beautifully prepared.

After seeing all of their Michelin Guide recognition over the years, we could understand why.

Yes, it is expensive, but the quality made it well worth it. Sometimes the best places are the ones you simply stumble across, and this was definitely one of those places. A great little find in San Francisco’s Japantown.“

“Very tasty place. It is a little bit aside from deep touristic places and usually visited by locals. The staff is very kind and prices are quite good for this quality. There are places to sit inside and outside. There are infrared wormers outside for cold evenings. The only concern is the working hours, only few hours during the day.“

“Been coming here for over 20 years. My absolute favorite sushi bar in SF. Do you want to be social with loud music and rainbow rolls? Then don’t come here. Do you want authentic sushi with only the best of the best fish? This is your place.“

“Absolutely excellent food, service, ambiance. Casual, yet nice and cute date night spot. Great patio. Quick (not rushed), friendly service. Food was excellent! Staff was very kind. Patrons know what they have here, a great spot to frequent and the patrons are also friendly and nice. I will be making this a regular spot even though I live across town. Highly recommend.
Wanted to add that the reservation was SUPER easy to make online. No need to make a profile on some website you will never visit again.“

“The owner was wonderful, the food was very good, but unfortunately we were there for lunch when there was a convention nearby and there were large tables of very noisy guys. It would be great if there were more sound-deadening materials in the restaurant.“

“Best authentic Japanese restaurant in town.“

“I love Yoma cafe, the food is amazing, great price, the owner is always so welcoming and nice to everyone.“

“Great food and great ambience � � love it so much“

“The best omakase and multi-course dinner I’ve ever had. We came to celebrate our anniversary here and a great time. The atmosphere was perfect and the food/fish were literally hands down the best I’ve ever had. If you want high quality omakase where every bite is the perfect blend and diversity of textures and flavors you must go here.“

“Best sushi in the Marina District!“

“Love that they have actual fish from Japan!! So good and fresh. Their uni is the best I’ve had in SF. I got 4 uni nigiris that day and I would 100% do it again. I prefer their nigiris to their rolls, would stick to that next time.

Love that they take reservations, can’t wait to be back.

They were welcoming to us and our dog.“

“My favorite sushi spot in the city, and the service is fast and friendly!“

“The best sea bass and the best sushi 🍣 Love it“

“Excellent food, excellent service. We loved it. We had Shrimp Tempura Roll, Sexy Roll, Edamame, Miso Soup, Kirin Beer. Can’t wait to go back again.“

“My last night in San Francisco & I ate here, as the venue was close to my hotel. The food was amazing. I could hear the chef pounding the pork for the tonkatsu. The miso starter was yum, tempura was delicious, the sushi was outstanding. Thank you for a great meal.“

“Amazing 🐋🐟🐟🐬🐠🐟🐬🐋🦀🐟🐋🐋souchi“

“Best sushi I've ever had! Made with love � baked bass and mussels are �“

“Awesome salmon and tuna nigiri.“

“Tom and his staff is the best you can find, the sushi is to die for, always the best ingredients, presentation of food is creative and second to none. I go often as it is the best in San Francisco. Thanks Tom.“

“在美國的日本味道，這是算不錯的“

“Yet to eat. Waiting. Soon“

“The best sushi place in the city!! Quality of food is 10 out of 5......“

“So many delicious affordable options, it makes you want to order the entire menu. We got miso soup, cucumber salad, wok fried green beans, the tuna poke and the garden roll. Everything was so good and well worth the month. I wish the portions were bigger but for the price you really can't complain.“

“Tried the sushi here with a few different rolls and a side of takoyaki. The takoyaki was crispy outside and soft inside, and it paired nicely with the lighter sushi. I liked having a mix of textures throughout the meal. Everything was satisfying without feeling overly heavy“

“We had Omakase last night. 2 of us. The food was sooo good, and lots of it. Several times during the omakase, we had multiple portions per round, with one even having 6 pieces. The scallop was my absolute favorite. Lots of great flavors to think through.

Unfortunately I don't think the service and delivery matched the omakase experience or price point ($500 for 2). The 2 staff that served the dishes were very busy elsewhere which meant that every dish was delivered with a 5 second turnaround. They were already running to the next table by the time our plates were down and barely gave us any description or overview of what we were actually eating. Most of the time their back was turned to me when telling what we were served as they were already on their way somewhere else. That's totally fine for an a la carte experience but for an omakaze, the entire point is that the chef chooses your adventure and the chef/server explains to you what you're eating. So while the food was great, the delivery of an omakaze experience is definitely not worth the price point. I'd advise to sit at the bar and if full like last night, just do a la carte.“

“Exceptional service. Delicious, artfully presented omakase at a reasonable price point.“

“My husband had surgery this week and was craving old-school Japanese restaurant fare. We definitely found it here. He was thrilled with the Tempura Appetizer and Tonkatsu entree, and I thought the Melted in Your Mouth sushi roll was just perfect. We’re so lucky this place is so close!“

“This is my probably my favorite sushi place in the city, it's totally underrated. For those in the know, this place is an absolute gem. The deluxe toro don is probably the best deal in town on toro sashimi. The ambience is amazing and they're open late so you can always grab a table. The staff is great too.“

“Great food, great service. The Calamari is top notch!“

“Some of the most delicious and creative food I've had. The omakase experience was well worth it for how thoughtful the menu planning was, and I highly recommend trusting the chefs judgement. Staff were kind and helpful, the building was cozy and clean, and the chef was clearly skilled and passionate in his craft. Watching him work was a highlight of the night, next to the wagyu and tuna belly. My only regret is that the food was so good, I barely remembered to take pictures.“

“I called in an order this time for pick up and as always it was fantastic! I ordered 3 rolls and seaweed salad. Each roll had it's own yummy distinctive flavors! In some sushi restaurants, sometimes I find that it all tastes the same...each roll. The Spider Roll was super fresh and crispy! The 49er roll was fantastic...tons of flavor mingling together between the salmon and lemon slices. And a simple favorite is the Negihama roll!“

“I’ve travelled all over the world and tried sushi in many different places, and I would still rate this restaurant very highly. If you’re looking for a relaxed and welcoming place to enjoy amazing Japanese food in San Francisco, this restaurant is an absolute must-visit.

The sashimi was incredibly fresh, beautifully prepared and very reasonably priced for the quality. Everything tasted delicious and you could tell that great care had gone into preparing the food.

What makes this restaurant even more special is that it’s a small business run by the two owners, who are both incredibly kind, welcoming and attentive. They genuinely care about their customers and take pride in the food they serve. The service is second to none and makes the whole experience feel personal.

This is the kind of restaurant where you can sit down, relax and catch up with friends over great food and good conversation. It has a warm, unhurried atmosphere that makes you want to stay and enjoy the experience. I would absolutely come back the next time I’m in San Francisco and would highly recommend it to anyone who loves fresh, high-quality sushi.“

“Super yummy! Fresh and 😋. Right across the street from the Big Bus stop in Haight - hop off and give it a try!“

“Eating is a kind of happiness, taste is a kind of interest“