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Snug, rustic-chic omakase eatery presenting innovative sushi, Japanese small plates & sake.
Hours
| Friday | 5:30–10 PM |
| Saturday | 5:30–10 PM |
| Sunday | 5:30–10 PM |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 5:30–10 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30–10 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 211 Clement St, San Francisco, CA 94118
Phone: (415) 682-4875
Website: http://sushiwakosf.com/
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Reservations: opentable.com
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Reviews
Clemens Wan
This was the best sushi Omakase I’ve had. Period. It was worth all the decisions Ive made to get me into that seat eating the freshest and meatiest pieces with perfect preparation. This will haunt me until I come back a year later. I can only tell time by the anchor to this experience. What time is it? Oh just 3 days since I had the best sushi of my life. Chef was super friendly and even showed us his knife collection. Come hungry. Approx 2 hours for the full course.
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We had such a wonderful time! The atmosphere was very friendly, and the chef was incredibly outgoing and engaging. He gave vivid, detailed explanations of each piece of sushi — including which part of the fish it came from and how it was prepared — which made the experience feel extra special and educational.
One unique touch was the in-house special drink designed to transition between the appetizer and the sushi course — such a thoughtful detail! Since it was our birthday, the restaurant even surprised us with a hand-drawn birthday card. Super cute and such a lovely gesture!
Constructive feedback:
1. It would be great if the reservation time could be extended to 2.5 hours. Things felt a little rushed toward the end.
2. It would also be nice to have a choice between water and hot tea as a default beverage option.
Overall, a fantastic experience — we’d definitely come back!
… moreOne unique touch was the in-house special drink designed to transition between the appetizer and the sushi course — such a thoughtful detail! Since it was our birthday, the restaurant even surprised us with a hand-drawn birthday card. Super cute and such a lovely gesture!
Constructive feedback:
1. It would be great if the reservation time could be extended to 2.5 hours. Things felt a little rushed toward the end.
2. It would also be nice to have a choice between water and hot tea as a default beverage option.
Overall, a fantastic experience — we’d definitely come back!
Michael Kawamoto
We had a lovely anniversary dinner here. The omakase was very well constructed with a balance of hot and cold dishes that complemented each other really well. The sushi was clearly meticulously made and each dish was a delight to enjoy. Highly recommend the omakase and hot sake pairing!
… moreEmily G
My partner and I celebrated our 7-year anniversary at Wako and had an incredible experience – every bite we had was perfectly balanced and considered in the context of the meal. Everything was delicious but Chef Jin’s enthusiasm for the seasonal pike mackerel made me love it the most! Such obvious and deep respect for the food from everyone on staff, and the relaxed and cheerful vibe made it even better. We loved the staff and Chefs Jin and Ivan took care of us from the moment we stepped in the door – service was a true highlight. Friendly, funny, warm, and unpretentious, and everything you eat is explained super clearly and accessibly. Wako was the best meal I’ve had in several years, and we couldn’t have been happier to support a business run by such lovely people. Worth every penny. We’ll definitely be back!
… moreTaylor Au
First time trying omakase, so I don’t have anythin to compare this to… but overall we really enjoyed the experience. Each piece was fresh and delicious. Everyone was very friendly and knowledgeable. There was lots of variety and flavors. I did lots of research based on friends’ recommendations and local SF articles. Wako ranked highly for quality, value, and experience. Would definitely recommend.
… moreSi Cheng Zhou
It felt like a fusion because of some of the local ingredients and tastes. I can see they put thoughts on the flavors and the knife skills/cuttings are great.
I wish they put a little bit more effort on the menu description and how the server presented the dishes.
For an omakase, I expect more communications. Don’t just tell me “this is a tuna”, “this is an egg cake”. It’s obvious. I’d like a more detailed explanation of what I’m eating and why they are served.
It’s missing a human touch & interaction for an omakase experience.
… moreI wish they put a little bit more effort on the menu description and how the server presented the dishes.
For an omakase, I expect more communications. Don’t just tell me “this is a tuna”, “this is an egg cake”. It’s obvious. I’d like a more detailed explanation of what I’m eating and why they are served.
It’s missing a human touch & interaction for an omakase experience.
Jennifer H
I’ve been to Wako before and had an excellent experience, but my most recent visit really fell short. A lot of the dishes were just okay, and some didn’t even feel particularly fresh. For a Michelin-starred omakase at this price point, I was also surprised to see the tuna was from Baja rather than Japan -something I hadn’t encountered before and honestly didn’t expect.
Overall, nothing stood out as something I’d want to come back for. Given the number of outstanding omakase options in the city, this one was disappointing, and I wouldn’t return.
… moreOverall, nothing stood out as something I’d want to come back for. Given the number of outstanding omakase options in the city, this one was disappointing, and I wouldn’t return.
Marc Rillera
This is my favorite omakase place in all of San Francisco and I highly recommend it for anyone looking for a reasonably priced omakase (~$125/person) with amazing service every time you go.
I’ve been to Wako 5-6 times in the last 10 years, and I am never disappointed. They serve seasonal fish depending on the time of year that you visit. The chef’s omakase comes with a starter, appetizer, 10 pieces of nigiri, a grilled dish, soup, and a house made dessert. You really can’t find another omakase like this in the city. I think there are 2 options for either 9 or 11 piece chef omakase since the last time I visited.
My favorite nigiri from Wako are the striped jack, ink squid with uni, and of course, the blue fin tune belly. The chefs are so nice and explain every cut of fish to you as they serve it.
Be sure to make a reservation well in advance, as spots do fill up. Try to get a seat at the counter, so you can watch the chefs as they prepare the dishes.
Parking can be a little tricky in this part of town, given how many restaurants, bars, and surrounding shops there are, so be sure to arrive a little early!
… moreI’ve been to Wako 5-6 times in the last 10 years, and I am never disappointed. They serve seasonal fish depending on the time of year that you visit. The chef’s omakase comes with a starter, appetizer, 10 pieces of nigiri, a grilled dish, soup, and a house made dessert. You really can’t find another omakase like this in the city. I think there are 2 options for either 9 or 11 piece chef omakase since the last time I visited.
My favorite nigiri from Wako are the striped jack, ink squid with uni, and of course, the blue fin tune belly. The chefs are so nice and explain every cut of fish to you as they serve it.
Be sure to make a reservation well in advance, as spots do fill up. Try to get a seat at the counter, so you can watch the chefs as they prepare the dishes.
Parking can be a little tricky in this part of town, given how many restaurants, bars, and surrounding shops there are, so be sure to arrive a little early!
Qh S
Great omakase experience at a reasonable price.
The dishes are very innovative and delicious. We love the cod, fat tuna nigiri, uni, and the black seasome tofu dishes. These are so tasty and fresh.
They also have a great sake collection. We had some light fruity and silky sake, and it was very delicious.
The service was great and made us feel very well welcome. Reservations are highly recommended. It is a relatively small restaurant, and it gets very busy.
Street parking is available for free after certain hours.
Overall, we had a great omakase experience at Wako and will definitely come again when we visit SF next time.
… moreThe dishes are very innovative and delicious. We love the cod, fat tuna nigiri, uni, and the black seasome tofu dishes. These are so tasty and fresh.
They also have a great sake collection. We had some light fruity and silky sake, and it was very delicious.
The service was great and made us feel very well welcome. Reservations are highly recommended. It is a relatively small restaurant, and it gets very busy.
Street parking is available for free after certain hours.
Overall, we had a great omakase experience at Wako and will definitely come again when we visit SF next time.
Tracy Ta
Completely blew us away!! I’ve been a few times before but the most recent visit was definitely amazing. All the fish was prepared to perfection and the fish was so fresh. Love the 2 options of uni available. The anago took us by surprised and it was amazing! The dessert was also a hitter. Loved that it wasn’t too sweet. Definitely one of our go to sushi places now!
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