9 Best Japanese Restaurants in San Rafael

“I loved the food. It's actually some of the best Takoyaki and Curry I've had in a while. Things were actually cooked and delicious! (Side eyeing Matsuyama.) Though the curry was a bit unorthodox compared to others I've had, everything worked well together and I felt great eating it, felt great after eating it. It was just goof. I love the atmosphere, it feels very genuine and reminiscent of some of the restaurants I've been to in Japan. They were VERY kind and overall, I would recommend this to literally anyone. 10/10“

“We have eaten at Tenkyu a couple times now and have had a great experience and delicious sushi every time! Highly suggest sitting at the bar area and enjoying watching your rolls be made. The ingredients are fresh and rolls are full of flavor!“

“Convenient, fresh, beautifully put together custom orders. What’s not to like?“

“Loved everything there, especially my daughter. Will always come back!“

“Even after a 4 year hiatus (work relocation) Tajikistan San greeted me at the door tonight with "So good to see you, two chicken bento, extra dressing!". Arigatou's is world class.“

“I inhaled most of the sushi. I called 10 minutes before they closed for pickup asking for a really good special roll. I remember she said something about tuna. I of course said yes as long as there’s no cream cheese or bell peppers. The sweet lady was patient and took my order.
Holy cow! Whatever this is with tuna inside and tuna outside… it’s freaking delicious! Kudos for a perfect roll. The rice is perfect, the tuna is perfect and whatever else is in there is perfect!
Thank you, thank you, thank you!! You’re awesomest!“

“A friendly and placenta place , I like the variety of dishes to choose .“

“Was here on Christmas Eve, and the food, service, and ambience couldn’t have been better. Had clay pot dishes, both beef and tofu, assorted nigiri, Dragon roll - all wonderfully fresh, edamame, a shrimp tempura roll, and sake. We we all delighted. Thanks for adding to a beautiful Christmas Eve!“

“Music is great. I don’t know why there aren’t more 5 stars. Compared to every other similar ramen restaurant they don’t charge automatic service fee, they aren’t more expensive than another restaurant I was comparing. I went to a place down the street for pho and they wanted me to pay additional money for more meat and they claimed their large size had more noodles and meat, but based on my experience that’s a lie. Anyways, the music and the interior design here is great. I hope this encourages more people to come enjoy the ramen here.“