Housemade tofu is the specialty at this cozy Japanese spot that also serves a varied sushi menu.
Hours
| Friday | 4–9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM–9:30 PM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM–9:30 PM |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 4–9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 4–9:30 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 317 Sanchez St, San Francisco, CA 94114
Phone: (415) 558-8149
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Reviews
Moorissa Tjokro
one of the most authentic japanese places in the city, if not the most i’ve ever been. it’s a small business owned by a japanese family (incl their chef and waitresses). loved the warmth and cozy size of the space
their salmon skin handroll is hands down the best and I always go there for it. the cod, miso, and their unique tofu variants are also super highly recommended!
… moretheir salmon skin handroll is hands down the best and I always go there for it. the cod, miso, and their unique tofu variants are also super highly recommended!
Viale M
We’ve been coming here for at least a decade, and sadly the place feels well past its prime. Today it’s pricey and notably unfriendly.
On arrival, the tone is set by a cluster of posted rules and fees. There’s a 4% “check‑out fee” for paying by credit card, and the posted prices represent cash pricing. Seating is contingent on your entire party being present (“You will not be seated until every one of your party is available”), and there’s a firm no‑pets policy except for service animals. Policies are fine, but the way they’re presented and enforced comes across as rigid and discouraging rather than welcoming.
Service matched the signage: whether by phone or in person, staff were curt and procedural. We felt more managed than hosted. That’s a shame, because the food is still good—the tofu is decent—and the kitchen can deliver. But comparable quality is easy to find elsewhere now, without the side dish of rudeness and extra fees.
… moreOn arrival, the tone is set by a cluster of posted rules and fees. There’s a 4% “check‑out fee” for paying by credit card, and the posted prices represent cash pricing. Seating is contingent on your entire party being present (“You will not be seated until every one of your party is available”), and there’s a firm no‑pets policy except for service animals. Policies are fine, but the way they’re presented and enforced comes across as rigid and discouraging rather than welcoming.
Service matched the signage: whether by phone or in person, staff were curt and procedural. We felt more managed than hosted. That’s a shame, because the food is still good—the tofu is decent—and the kitchen can deliver. But comparable quality is easy to find elsewhere now, without the side dish of rudeness and extra fees.
James Wallace
it tasted good, wasn’t much of it. pictured is the duck breast. it cost $12.48 for six slices. the whole thing was the size of an infant’s fist. if you eat here, eat something at home, first. if that’s not an option, order at least two sides of rice with your meal, or you will leave hungry.
… moreBenjamin Harms
Easy 5 stars. The food is outstanding and authentic. We had a few dishes (iwashi (sardine sushi), a roasted eggplant with miso and walnuts) you don’t often see on standard fare sushi restaurant menus. Salmon nigiri, unagi, ikura were also incredible. Very neat and cozy ambiance. About $175 for 2 of us, who ate a lot of food and shared 2 bottles of sake.
… moreE Lee
Small restaurant but surprisingly empty on a weekend at 630. We were seated right away and after ordering our food came quickly. The tofu was homemade but small for its price and not as silky as I was hoping for. I found the sushi rice to be on the harder side and the ratio of rice to fish to be a bit high.
… moreQueenanie Nguyen
Amazing food – if you can get it.
Their homemade tofu is just as advertised, soft, fresh and hearty. Nabe is great and the sashimi is standard.
However the waitress is ultra rude.
Also, some time the Google Maps info says “open” but when you get there the sign says “Close”. Even though we can see diners sitting inside. Not sure what the deal is.
… moreTheir homemade tofu is just as advertised, soft, fresh and hearty. Nabe is great and the sashimi is standard.
However the waitress is ultra rude.
Also, some time the Google Maps info says “open” but when you get there the sign says “Close”. Even though we can see diners sitting inside. Not sure what the deal is.
CHRISTINA TONG
Cozy and delicious! Amazing tofu and daily specials options. The house made tofu (oboro) is a MUST, comes with sauces/toppings that enhances the flavors and is made when you order. It’s very soft and fresh!
… moreLucas Meaux
Man, what a great place to have in the area. It’s a tiny spot with only like 4 or 5 tables, so be prepared to wait for a spot to sit, but it’s worth it.
Walking into this place really brought me back to being in Kyoto/Osaka. Everything looks, feels, smells like Japan, so I enjoyed that hit of nostalgia.
The food here is delicious. They have a very unique homemade “Ankake” (Tofu in sauce) that we devoured immediately. We also decided to get a couple of their rotating specials, which were awesome: the broiled black cod and the Fatty Tuna. After that we had the Chirashi bowl and Spicy Tuna Roll. (I made mine into Chazuke with the green tea I ordered and it slapped… so hot insider tip, do that)
We were getting pretty full at this point but decided to also try their daifuku and Sweet Potato Yokan. That was good because they’re pretty light desserts, and they were very tasty as well.
I dont think you can go wrong here. The only con is there’s not enough seating to meet demand!
… moreWalking into this place really brought me back to being in Kyoto/Osaka. Everything looks, feels, smells like Japan, so I enjoyed that hit of nostalgia.
The food here is delicious. They have a very unique homemade “Ankake” (Tofu in sauce) that we devoured immediately. We also decided to get a couple of their rotating specials, which were awesome: the broiled black cod and the Fatty Tuna. After that we had the Chirashi bowl and Spicy Tuna Roll. (I made mine into Chazuke with the green tea I ordered and it slapped… so hot insider tip, do that)
We were getting pretty full at this point but decided to also try their daifuku and Sweet Potato Yokan. That was good because they’re pretty light desserts, and they were very tasty as well.
I dont think you can go wrong here. The only con is there’s not enough seating to meet demand!
Heather Noemi
Stopped in at 4:35pm just after they opened on a Thursday. The place was empty and I was directed to a seat, notably the only one without a place setting. I ordered a roll ($12) off the menu – just wanted a bite to tide me over until my dinner plans later in the evening. I specifically ordered it without avocado. The server snapped that there was an $18 minimum. I can understand that they don’t want people occupying tables in a small place if they aren’t ordering much, but it was 4:30 and I was literally the only person there. Seemed they should be grateful for the business at that hour. Nonetheless, I acquiesced and ordered some nigiri ($12 for 2 pcs).
The order came 2 minutes later but the roll had avocado so I sent it back. The server apologized, told tue sushi chef and, within a minute returned the same roll minus the avocado. Thankfully I don’t have an allergy as it clearly wasn’t remade. The roll was very heavy on the rice, which was notably cold and hence probably not made today since they had just opened. There were remnants of skin on the albacore nigiri revealing a lack of knife skills. Overall the fish wasn’t super fresh.
I can’t believe this place has 4.4 stars. This was worse than supermarket sushi.
… moreThe order came 2 minutes later but the roll had avocado so I sent it back. The server apologized, told tue sushi chef and, within a minute returned the same roll minus the avocado. Thankfully I don’t have an allergy as it clearly wasn’t remade. The roll was very heavy on the rice, which was notably cold and hence probably not made today since they had just opened. There were remnants of skin on the albacore nigiri revealing a lack of knife skills. Overall the fish wasn’t super fresh.
I can’t believe this place has 4.4 stars. This was worse than supermarket sushi.
Alyssa Cox
If I could rate this place higher I would. Best Japanese food I’ve ever had seriously. If you are in the area it is more than worth the stop. Reasonably priced and so so tasty. Best tofu I have ever had. Raw fish is beyond fresh you’d expect it to still be breathing. Quality of not only food but the environment is CLEAN and zen… very very good vibes in here for date nights, birthday night, celebrations or even dining alone. I hope to be back soon as I’m from Pittsburgh pa but I dream of this restaurant every week ✨
Even the desert was so so epic. Amazing staff they were all so kind and patient and answers every one of my questions. The green tea is also so so good and earthy and woody. So authentic and lovely.
… moreEven the desert was so so epic. Amazing staff they were all so kind and patient and answers every one of my questions. The green tea is also so so good and earthy and woody. So authentic and lovely.