Teresita S
Reservations are recommended but we were able to get a table in 5-10 minutes by walking in. The restaurant is small so I wouldn’t recommend it for a big group. There are a few tables as well as bar seating. The menu selection was solid and the food we got was pretty tasty too. Service was efficient and because the place is small, it was easy to get their attention if we needed it. Parking is hard but that is the Outer Richmond for you.
… moreKen B. Montgomery
I really liked this place, very Japanese from decor to food options to presentation! One of best chirashi bowls I have had in my earthly pilgrimage. Definitely get the karaage appetizer, and the miso soup comes with more substance than most other places. Also green tea ice cream is a
very generous portion.
… moreSam Lee
This is one of the best Izakaya restaurants in the Bay Area and the price is reasonable. It offers many items not typically found in many other Izakaya places. A friend and I ordered
– potato croquette
– grilled miso black cod
– takoyaki (deep fried octopus dough balls)
– agedashi tofu
– tori no karaage (fried chicken)
– takowasa (raw octopus mixed with wasabi sauce)
All were excellent. Our server claimed the restaurant has the best karaage in San Francisco. He might be right. It got lighter and more delicate coating than any karaage I had before.
… moreSaburo Matsumoto
Hanabi (meaning firework in Japanese) roll was beautiful and delicious. But try agedashi tai (snapper) too. A hidden gem in SF. Oh, during happy hours their Dassai 45 (daiginjo sake) is a steal. Enjoy the smooth taste and elegant aroma.
… moreOak Jerin
This place is Amazing very nice ambiance best sushi or even hot dishes came out just perfect. Wow was my impression from the start to the end definitely recommend
… moreArthur Ho
Authentic izakaya spot, every dish we had was delicate and high quality. The server was super attentive and courteous. Definitely coming back!
Karaage: juicy fried chicken, perfectly soft skin
Agedashi mochi
Negitoro Taru Taru: fatty tuna served in unique bamboo dish
Motsu nabe: beef intestine hot pot soup
Agedashi tai: fried red snapper
… moreAdam
The Motsunabe was excellent, if you’re into that. Clean, rich flavor, which is hard to pull off!
… moreCarissa Zhong
Another great dinner and great evening at this my go to neighborhood restaurant. Always a big fan of Chef Hiro’s authentic and creative Japanese cooking. Never disappointed on any dishes I ordered. Sashimis are always fresh and flavorful. Definitely A gem in the neighborhood!
… moreTodd Kawakita
A hidden gem with a wonderful assortment of izakaya classics prepared with care. The wait staff is personable, friendly, and attentive. Rolls are popular with a wider audience (and uniformly delicious) but the broader menu warrants exploration as well. Overall, an intimate, comfortable neighborhood spot: good for casual date nights or to take supper solo. As an added bonus, I dig the old school J-pop and J-rock throwback tunes.
… moreCalvin Chang
Ran into this neighborhood gem by chance, and it was a pleasant surprise. Simply put, AMAZING food!! Cute and quaint decor with minimalistic table set up. We were served quick and the server was very attentive to small details. Everything from miso shiru to Karaage to sushi rolls were made to perfection. Nothing too overly salty and sweet, and the portions were reasonable for SF standards. Would definitely come back again
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