50 Best Sushi Bars in San Francisco

“Sat at counter and Gary was awesome! Always fun watching a pro work and the service was top notch! Standouts were the Hokkaido uni (twice!) and toro done wimpy but perfect and all the small touches on the other nigiri definite showed care and respect. Finishing with a5 waygu with shaved cold foie gras wasnt shabby either. The $209 was definitely to much food and I passed on the miso soup which wife said was a little sweet (I got a bonus Santa Barbara uni as a bonus!).“

“Incredible birthday dinner. Very welcoming host and informative sushi chef. Highly recommend this special gem to anyone.We did the smaller 9 nigiri tasting menu and it was plenty. I did receive the unagi nigiri as a complimentary birthday treat but I’m not sure if they normally do this. Every dish had unique flavors. Fish was imported from Japan and Hawaii primarily. Ambiance was quaint and lovely.Highly recommend this special omakase spot!

Vegetarian options: They have an entire vegetarian / vegan omakase!!“

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

“Omg this is by far the best set menu Japanese restaurant I have ever been to in the U.S. The service is phenomenal and friendly. The food is by far the best! Excellent quality fish and combination. There were items I don’t even like like sea urchin and eel but here they were great! Amazing experience and I will definitely come back.“

“super yummy I loved every bite“

“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 first dined in here when it opened back in May 2022. We don't often find ourselves in this part of the city so it took us a bit to return., this time for takeout. We remember what we missed - it was the quality of the handrolls. Fresh fish and excellent combinations. Even take out was good. Nothing lost on the experience!“

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

“Truly for "Friends Only!" Ten seats at an "L"-shaped raw bar. Got to chat and share experiences with all the guests AND the staff. Made a lot of "Friends" tonight and got to share dining at its finest and food of superior quality and taste!“

“I've eaten sushi regularly for the last 35 years. Fresh fish is a must. Kuma simply has the highest quality fish there is. Great food, great service. Uni from Hokkaido, or Maine or Canada. Decisions Decisions. If you are a sushi nut, go to Kuma, you won't be disappointed.“

“One of the Best Omakase Experience we had!“

“This sushi place is simply outstanding! The food is spectacular! It’s an authentic Japanese sushi, not an American version of sushi. The place is not cheap but it’s worth every dollar! Great place for a special occasion! Highly recommended!“

“This place does not disappoint. Chef’s choice nigiri was truly excellent, house salad was also superb. Even the ice cream was just a cut above what you’d generally get from a cute urban sushi joint. Timing of courses was great—no long waits for anything and no sense of being rushed. Genuinely warm and friendly service with good recommendations. What a gem.“

“It’s a good stable family restaurant that serves the Bernal height resident. I wouldn’t consider it as an izakaya though, they are lack of that vibe. It’s kids friendly and the day we went, there are 7 kids inside the restaurant. Be prepared for a lot of screams and avoid dinning hour/Friday night if you are scared of kids. The food is decent, not the best I had in town but it is alright. We ordered cheesecake and they gave us ice cream on the house, so that was really nice :)“

“An amazing omakase experience in SF and reasonably priced. All the sushi was so fresh and paired well with the different flavors. Even their non-sushi dishes were wonderful and their ice dessert was amazing. Make a reservation because they’re very small and fill up quickly“

“A phenomenal omakase experience. The customer service and food is top notch. Recommended for either those who fly solo or are looking for an intimate dinner date. Not cheap by any means, but you get what you pay for; which, in this case, is the quality and experience. Reservations are recommended since there are only 12 to 16 seats - walk in without a reservation at your own risk. Will be visiting again at some point.“

“Delicious food and friendly staff“

“This was my second time going to Hinata and we sat the chef table this time. The food is amazing as always. From the first set to the dessert. Food presentation is very clean. Kyle was our chef and he was super friendly and knowledgeable. Definitely the best omakase in the city in my opinion“

“The atmosphere and presentation of the food was extremely chic! The meal was delicious!!“

“Awesome location, enjoy the view SFO skyline, good food & drinks...“

“MUST visit omakase restaurant in San Francisco!This is a perfect omakase restaurant that deserves a rating higher than five stars. Our chef is incredibly passionate and friendly, and the service staff are also very accommodating. The overall dining atmosphere is comfortable and relaxing.Everything was handled perfectly and the seasoning of seafood, allowed us to taste the natural sweetness of the ingredients.It's a truly amazing dining experience! Would definitely revisit again!“

“I absolutely adore the ambiance and the gentle lighting here!My friend and I were both smitten with the Okra Yamaimo dish to the extent that we ordered a second one! Since she's a vegetarian, we skipped the fish, but they do offer a variety of fish from Japan. (I'm really looking forward to returning to try their omakase! It seemed like everyone was ordering it, and it looked absolutely delicious.)The service was friendly and attentive!I'm eagerly anticipating my next visit to sample their Japanese fish offerings!“

“You don’t have to break the bank on their amazing sushi, you can also get udon at neighborhood prices. And nobody beats Jimmy as a host!“

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

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

“Happy hour is amazing! Great prices on nigiri, rolls, and drinks until 6:30pm.We also ordered seafood sonomono which was HUGE!!! Great prices for everything.The best part is all their seafood is sustainably sourced.

Dietary restrictions: They will make anything gluten free upon request.“

“San Francisco, you gotta love that city, what a vibe, every neighborhood has its unique charm.In one of the neighborhoods you will find Shoshin Sushi, a very nice, cozy, authentic, small restaurant.The food is not out of this world but definitely with its own charm. I loved the makis but wasn’t very fond of the carpaccios, the sauce is flat and does not bring out the flavor of the fish much.On the other hand, the makis were all very good, the Naruto is one that you should particularly try, spicy tuna with avocado wrapped in a cucumber sheet with ponzu and olive oil, very refreshing.The place has a nice atmosphere with very friendly people, enjoy ?“

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

“The food here was amazing! Highly recommend. We came in for a late seating so it wasn’t overly busy.The maki rolls were very unique and extremely delicious. Get the bluefin tuna sashimi, this is the best dish I’ve had at any sushi restaurant.“

“The most procured omakase experience that I've tried in the Bay Area. Ken and Chef Ono were both relaxed and focused at the same time, making the 3 hour experience felt too short. We wished it lasted for longer. Every course was immaculately designed and of the utmost quality. Hashiri remains our favorite place for omasake.“

“been here twice now and both times I received excellent recommendations from Lina; she was very friendly. The first time, I tried the beef eno, crunchy spider, Potrero, and dragon roll - those are all I remember. This time, 4 of us were recommended the nigiri sampler because we wanted to try something special and Lina didn’t make us disappointed. The place is nice, but it's cool even sitting inside.“

“The sushi is great and tastes very authentic. Great food and nice atmosphere!“

“I love this place and don't go as often as I should. It is far less pretentious than any of the other sushi places in this neighborhood.It's owned by a lovely couple that are very friendly, which gives off a very cozy atmosphere.One knock I have on the sushi is that the rolls can sometimes be a little loosely rolled, which can make them fall a part while trying to eat them. Barring that, the rolls themselves are very flavorful, as well as being pretty affordable. They have a good mixture of cheap sushi rolls as well as more pricey specialty rolls.The dragon roll is one of my favorites and I get it pretty much every time I go in. Monkey roll is also another one I get frequently.I tend to prefer sushi over sashimi or nigiri, so I can't really comment on any of those.“

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

“Hadn’t been in quite some time after leaving the neighborhood and moving to Vancouver BC (home of fabulous sushi). We were pleasantly surprised with the quality of the sushi and friendly wait staff. The uni quail egg and tobiko was sublime! Don’t miss this hidden gem on upper Fillmore!!“

“Hands down best sushi I’ve had. Really glad I tried this experience. It was so good I forgot to take pictures of a majority of it. Got the 24 piece experience and wow was a I stuffed but I managed to eat every piece because it was that good. Everybody there was so nice too, they will take care of you.“

“Very fresh sashimi !!! Highly recommend this place !!! Will be going back for more !!!“

“Beautiful food great atmosphere. Authentic sushi.“

“Came here on a Tuesday night with my coworkers without a reservation. Great for large groups and it was walking distance from the grand Hyatt on Stockton. Very walkable and didn't feel dangerous at night. We had 12 people total. Food was good. Overall less than 800 for 12 people which is not bad. They had no issues with separating the alcohol bill for each person.“

“Food was great and staff are polite.You order on an iPad and bring your food out to you, which was to use easy and convenient.Too much plastic waste for dine in orders though. Trash can was overflowing from disposable containers thrown out by customers exiting the restaurant.“

“Ordered sushi and a salmon donburi here, it was delicious and the fish was excellent quality. The owner was very sweet and you could tell he put a ton of consideration into preparing the dishes. It’s all take out, though there is one small seating area outside. Some of the best sushi / donburi I’ve had in sf, highly recommend!“

“The staff is really friendly. They work to please each customer. One of the sushi maker always ask us if it was ok to change the menu. I am coming back!!!“

“Saru Handroll provided a delightful dining experience with an array of handroll sushi options, including Fatty Tuna, Salmon, Shrimp Tempura, and Cucumber & Plum. The miso soup, edamame, and hot buckwheat tea complemented the meal perfectly in a stylish, modern setting.Noteworthy were the pre-meal wet tissue towels, a thoughtful touch for cleaning our hands after savoring the handroll sushi.However, it’s important to note that the set menu did not allow for substitutions. Minus one star off - as the sets have crab and shrimp; no sub-options available for people with seafood allergies.Despite this, Saru Handroll proved to be a charming spot suitable for various occasions, whether it’s a date night, girls’ night, or gathering with friends and family. I recommend it for both the flavors and the ambiance.“

“They were able to accomodate a walk-in at 8pm for 3! Romantic, candlelit atmosphere. Lively but not too loud for conversation. Really good sushi at reasonable prices. Also, buy a bottle and get a dozen of really big and tasty oysters for free.“

“We have had a few amazing dining experiences here! The sushi is so fresh, the sake sommelier Stewart is really knowledgeable and has some great recommendations!!“

“Amazing find! Quick counter service or grab and go items available (bento, rice balls, bowls / donburi). Selection features many classic Japanese flavors using local ingredients.Combinations vary or you can pick out items à la carte, but everything is worth it and delicious. We got combos and added items to have a feast that did not break the bank. Our meals easily could have cost $30.I highly recommend the agedashi tofu (veg main), mapo eggplant salad (with chicken or the vegetarian version), potato croquette, shrimp cake (huge but with whole shrimps and cooked to perfection). I would definitely return to try out their curry ? options (beef or mushroom) and possibly any seasonal changes.Service was amazing with all condiments and utensils provided with proper packaging. Service was quick despite a slight lunch weekday rush.No seating in the space itself, but plenty of shared outdoor tables or a few chairs near windows inside near Cholita Linda.

Vegetarian options: At least one vegetarian salad (Japanese side dish), soup, or main available. On my visit, they were vegetarian mapo eggplant salad (possibly other options, I did not look closely at selection), ginger carrot soup, and agedashi tofu main (cold tofu with soy based and mushroom sauce). Mushroom curry was also available.“

“I recently dined at the sushi restaurant and found it to offer decent quality sushi and sake. While there was nothing particularly outstanding, the simplicity of the menu and the fresh ingredients used in their sushi made for a satisfying meal overall.“

“Our favorite neighborhood restaurant. Good service, excellent food and terrific cocktails.

Parking: Avoid it on game nights But it's very easy to get to with Muni

Kid-friendliness: It's not great for kids, because it's smallish and noise echoes.

Wheelchair accessibility: Most of the first level is wheelchair accessible“

“I have been following Kibatsu since their 1st location on Valencia called Sugoi! 3 Locations and 12yrs later their food never disappoints. If you don’t know what to order try the Omakase, you will thank me. My favorites are Ponzu Walu, Walu, Amaebi, Wagyu, Uni, Umimatsu, Kimedai, and soooo much more. You want fish go here!“

“Been here twice now. Both times got the deluxe sashimi platter and the oboro tofu. Super high quality fish and delicious tofu. Similar to agedashi tofu but slightly different form factor.The table next to us had some trouble with the wasabi apparently containing gluten.“