Yakiniku Shodai
$$$$ • Japanese, Barbeque Book a table: 7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM MoreAbout Yakiniku Shodai
Customers' Favorites
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Yakiniku Shodai Reviews
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best waygu in SF I've ever had, especially with uni; with amazing service, friendly, supportive, flexible.
Simply the best. The staff were incredibly friendly and made the whole experience feel so special. My friend and I had such a great night here. You can really tell they care about the quality of the meat, and they shared so much knowledge about how everything is grilled and prepared. Amazing food, amazing service, and such a memorable experience.
Dining at Yakiniku Shodai was an outstanding experience from start to finish, seamlessly blending top-tier Wagyu cuts with thoughtfully crafted side courses. The curated tasting menu progressed beautifully, featuring highlights like delicate Australian Wagyu beef tongue topped with scallions, heavily marbled Japanese A5 Wagyu paired with fresh wasabi and kelp, and standout creative dishes like a rich Wagyu chawanmushi and a perfectly seared scallop over crisp nori. Paired with...read full review
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 5 - 9:30PM 11:30AM - 2PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30AM - 2PM 5 - 9:30PM |
| Thursday | 11:30AM - 2PM 5 - 9:30PM |
| Friday | 5 - 9:30PM 11:30AM - 2PM |
| Saturday | 11:30AM - 2PM 5 - 9:30PM |
| Sunday | 5 - 9:30PM |
Yakiniku Shodai, a hidden gem of a yakiniku restaurant in San Francisco, offers an exceptional dining experience. The chefs and owners previously worked at a 1-star Michelin yakiniku restaurant in Asia, ensuring the authenticity and quality of the food.
The restaurant offers two set menu options: a tasting menu and a "full version" of the tasting menu. The full version includes a variety of delicious Japanese wagyu cuts, as well as complementary sides and a soup. Diners particularly enjoyed the oyster blade of the Japanese wagyu and the beef tongue.
The service is fantastic, with friendly and knowledgeable staff who are passionate about the food. The chefs are sociable and eager to share their expertise. Customers describe the team as awesome and super knowledgeable about their beef sourcing.
The modern decor and ambiance create a pleasant dining environment, with most seating located at a counter where the chefs cook the food on a grill in front of the guests. The menu is designed in a balanced way, with vegetables and steamed eggs between meat courses to balance out the flavors.
Overall, Yakiniku Shodai is a must-visit destination for those seeking an exceptional and authentic yakiniku experience, with high-quality wagyu, excellent service, and a welcoming atmosphere. Customers have enjoyed the perfect meat preparation, the wonderful selection of meat, and the ideal place for a date night or business meeting.