Some of the best food I've ever had. We tried the sushi nuggies, salmon hand roll, A-5 wagyu, shishito peppers, and a few drinks, and everything hit. The dim, intimate vibe is gorgeous too. Only issue: the space is tiny. Sitting three people deep got uncomfortable fast. Worth it for the food, but go in knowing it's tight. read more

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Don't come here if you're expecting a menu with standard Japanese izakaya. Chome offers a unique menu with dishes you probably can't find elsewhere. I mostly liked what I got but would pass on the chicken Karage. Stop by to explore innovative Japanese cuisine! Something to keep in mind is that the seating is very intimate and you may be basically sharing a table with other parties in some areas. read more

Chome - Hamachi tostadas - Izakaya Near Me - San Francisco, California

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The place is super cute and the vibe is really nice! The music was a bit too loud at first--I could barely hear myself talk but I think they adjusted it later, which helped. The menu is honestly overwhelming... it's like a whole book, and I had no idea what to order. I feel like they could simplify it a bit. We came around 5 PM and tried their "happy time" menu (it's only 45 minutes, and they don't actually call it happy hour). The food was pretty good. The pineapple beer is basically a Sapporo can mixed with pineapple juice, and it was ok not bad. Service was just okay--not bad, not amazing. They also automatically add a 20% tip for parties of 4 or more, which feels a bit high. Overall, it was fine, but I'm not sure if I'd come back read more

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Went a little after HH, so we had to wait about 30 mins for a table. The food was delicious and I loved the pineapple beer. It felt like I was in Japan again! I loved the decorations and vibe. read more

Chome - Izakaya Near Me - San Francisco, California

I guess I wrote a review for this place before, so time for an update. They must have moved locations, because this building was much bigger and not like the narrow alleyway vibe I got from the last time I tried this place. Tables were still cramped and quite small for our group of three. We had to keep shuffling our cups and dishware around to make room for our dishes. Didn't help that we were seated next to this strange, obnoxious couple. When they were ordering, the woman at the table next to us pointed to our pineapple beers and was like "I don't want fruit in my beer: just regular beer" (the pineapple beers were delicious by the way). She also made a big deal about waving the waiter down. I had to make an effort to tune them out while trying to have a conversation with my friends. In comparison to last time though, the noise was less so of an issue. Food-wise, everything we had was delicious! We had the chutoro sizzler, uni udon carbonara, lucky clucky skewers, and the oxtail omurice. Really enjoyed the umami and fragrant flavors of the uni udon carbonara and trying all the different parts of the chicken from the lucky clucky skewers. The oxtail was very good though and came right off the bone, but the sauce was very tomato-ey (just read my previous review, and looks like I had the same issue then as now). It was good, but I didn't feel the need to finish the whole thing, which is a rarity for me. Apparently, they also have a happy hour (prior to dinner hour and late night), so can see why this place is so busy. Would definitely love to catch their happy hour in the future. read more

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Chome is a hip spot, with an extensive menu. The basic izakaya/yakitori items are all good and well executed. I had the pork cheek and it was delicious and perfectly cooked. The specialty items eqch sound like a very brilliant idea, but vary in their execution (if I could, I'd give this place 4.5 stars to reflect this). For example, the unagi with ikura skewer was impossibly tasty: The sweet salty popping ikura was a nice complement to the fatty and sweet unagi. The duck tempura special was outstanding: the duck was tender and in a crispy tempura batter, served with slightly bitter microgreens (maybe it was arugula) and a sweet plum sauce. The dirty cauliflower is flavorful, crispy, and delicious. Other things sound like a great idea but don't quite live up to it. For me, the signature oxtail omurice was disappointing. The oxtail is prepared in a tomato stew, which is very tomato forward and dilutes the oxtail. As a result, it's a very soupy dish and there's no balance between the rice, omelet, soup, and oxtail (in fact, the oxtail is limited in the flavor profile and I think it should be the star of the show). I would have loved something with a more condensed and richer sauce (almost like a gravy) for the oxtail, so that one could really taste the omelet, rice, and oxtail together. read more

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Good food, good service, cozy vibes. This place is pretty popular. I came with a friend on a Saturday night and we got lucky and got seated pretty quickly. Food came out quickly and they did a pretty good job of keeping our waters filled. Here are my thoughts on the food Corn ribs - very good, grilled to caramelization with cheese Chu toro sizzler - toro pieces were tender but if you don't like them cooked, grab them off the sizzler quickly! Bacon mochi - tasty but what isn't with bacon? Karaage and fries - this is a very flavorful version of karaage as the sauce is spicy and has a hint of curry in it. Salty yolky salmon skin - this was the only dish I was meh about. I thought the salmon skin would be crispier but this was a meaty dish that wasn't very crispy read more

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We wanted to try something new (to us), vegetarian friendly, and in the mission district . Ambiance: Quite loud and the music is... A choice. They were playing random stuff like monster mash and Christmas music, which I felt to be a little inappropriate for dinner. The tables are small and close together. There's a lot of artwork and fun stuff all over the walls - I could probably stare at them all day long, honestly. They were pretty cute. Service: We had 5 to our group, so I texted ahead of time to get a table. They were quick to accommodate. They do charge 20% gratuity if you have a party or 4 or more, so be mindful of that - but they also remind you when you're paying the bill, so you don't get charged extra extra. We came on a Friday night and it wasn't full when we got there, but filled pretty quickly soon after. They did get part of our orders wrong - they gave me a tofu carbonara instead of the duck one, but they changed it to the right one after I mentioned it. They filled our waters up pretty regularly and it was nice because it was infused with citrus (lemon, orange, lime) and was very refreshing with the meal we had. Food: They start off with a potato salad on the house. Vegetarian people beware - they have bonito flakes on top. Duck carbonara - so creamy and flavorful without being overly salty. The duck was tender and not overcooked. The bacon pieces added a nice texture and smoke to the dish. The egg on top was a nice touch, and made the dish extra creamy. The udon had a nice bite to it, springy, but not soggy. My friends ordered the mushroom asparagus garlic noodle, which was excellent. They really enjoyed their meals and I was able to try a small portion of my friend's, but didn't get enough to give a solid review. The asparagus was crunchy, but thoroughly cooked, mushrooms were soft and flavorful, and the noodles were good. My other friend got the garlic chili tonkotsu ramen and he can't really tolerate spice, but enjoyed this very much. I didn't get to try it, so I can't speak to it. I would definitely come back and try more things on the menu, as everything we did try was excellent. **Update** I went back and got a few other things on the menu. Uni carbonara - 3 big pieces of uni with ikura surrounding it. The udon had the same great texture as the duck - perfectly cooked. The flavors were lacking, in my opinion. It was creamy but light. The uni was fresh, but at the price point, I wouldn't personally order it again. Oxtail omurice - the oxtail was tender and fell off the bone easily. There were two giant pieces next to a bed of rice, egg, and a very tomatoey sauce. If you're into tomatoes, this would be an excellent dish for you. Otherwise, again lacking in flavor. The egg was a bit overdone and more like an omelette. This dish tasted more like home style cooking, rather than restaurant style. Still good, but I wouldn't order again. Chu-toro skillet - very flavorful. They put the raw tuna on a bed of puffed rice on a cast iron skillet and when presented, they pour a teriyaki like sauce around the edges, causing the dish to sizzle and sear the tuna. Highly recommend. Lots of people ordered this dish the first time I visited. I can see why. Lucky 6 skewers - 6 different kinds of chicken skewers. We're all a fan of offal, so we ordered and it's very tasty. I believe it's heart, gizzard, skin, thigh, tendon, and I can't remember the last one. All were seasoned well and crispy. Would highly recommend. Pineapple beer - I believe they use pineapple juice to mix with the beer. Very refreshing with the food and worth trying if you like pineapple. read more

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Came here for dinner and arrived right before happy hour ended! I started off with the pineapple beer, which was actually so refreshing and unique. We got a ton of different dishes to share, some highlights: -Brussels sprouts- perfectly cooked and flavorful -Shishito peppers - small qty, but super high quality. One of them was orange, but it tasted the same lol -Chicken thigh skewers - soooo good -Garlic shrimp pasta- delicious The vibes here are great and the service was speedy & pleasant. Definitely a solid izakaya spot! read more

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I've been here twice already. The first time I went, I got the uni udon carbonara and it was so delicious. I couldn't stop thinking about it and had to get it again. The second time I had it, it wasn't as good as the first time but it was still good. The chu-toro sizzler is really good too. Love how it comes with crispy rice. Their complimentary potato salad was really good as well. Hand rolls and pineapple beer were good too. Their strawberry Tokyo lassi was good too. I would definitely recommend this place and come back here again. The staff are all friendly and service is fast. read more

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Had an amazing happy hour experience at ChoMe! Located on 26th st, this neighborhood spot is quaint, playful and delicious! We got a good amount of dishes for happy hour, but my favorites were the salmon skin and chicken gyoza. The salmon skin was salty and savory- with the sweet chili sauce being phenomenal. The chicken gyoza was hearty and zesty. The service was great, too! Our waitress was kind and very fast. The interior of the restaurant is dynamic and fun. The Japanese elements were visually interesting and added to the authenticity of ChoMe. read more

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Very cute izakaya spot, let the vibes transport you to japan for a night! Love the diverse music they have playing in the background. Only had about ~20min wait on a Friday. Extensive menu options! - salted egg kabocha (5/5) : loved the crispy batter with the delectable pumpkin texture, great flavor! - corn ribs (3/5): nothing special here, the corn was a little mushy and over oiled - karaage and fries (4/5) : the "fries" was actually roasted carrots, bit disappointing but the chicken saved it, nice flavor and juicy, but not crispy - chasu yakitori (4.5/5) : good seasoning, nice meat to fat ratio - cumin lamb yakitori (3.9/5) : had interesting pairing of pesto and mayo across the lamb skewer.. wish it didn't have that. Liked the lamb otherwise Yummy complementary potato salad! read more

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Came in here on a whim while exploring the city with my husband. We had to wait 15 minutes or so for a table on Saturday around 6pm. It was worth the wait! We got 3 small bites and one udon bowl. It was all amazing! Specifically we got the street corn ribs, seaweed shooters, and black tofu. Each had unique flavors and textures. We also had the waygu beef udon with mushrooms and jalapeño. A flavor home for sure! read more

Chome - Izakaya Near Me - San Francisco, California

What a cute little restaurant! I loved the vibe. It felt like I was back in Japan!! The restaurant itself is pretty tiny, but it sure has a lot of personality. The walls are decorated with cute art, and there are lanterns lining the ceiling. Right when you sit down, they give you a scoop of delicious potato salad. It was a great way to start the meal. We ordered a couple rolls, the chicken skewer set, the karage fries, and a few shooters. Everything was really tasty! Can't wait to come back and try more items. The menu is pretty extensive! read more

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Came here this past Sunday around 7:30pm as a group of 7. We didn't have a reservation beforehand, and fortunately we didn't have to wait and were seated right away. I really liked the way this restaurant is decorated. It's decked out in lanterns, banners, retro-style posters, and quirky figures. The space felt welcoming and cozy, and it was full of personality. Each person was given a complimentary house potato salad. It was flavorful and yummy - a perfect way to start our meal. I liked the touch of the bonito flakes; it was very reminiscent of takoyaki. For my entree, I ordered the Super Karaage Ramen. This dish had a lot going on and was very filling. There were about 3 large pieces of chicken, with the two on the bottom completely submerged in the broth, so they were soggy by the time I got to them. The piece on top still had a bit of crisp, and the breading held up when I ate it. The pork belly was okay - I could've done without it since there was already plenty of chicken and other toppings. The broth was flavorful but a little unusual. The flavor wasn't something I'm used to in other Japanese dishes I've had in the past. I would love to try one of their udon dishes next time. read more

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I love how this place has happy hour everyday! Came here at 5pm on a Saturday, and got seated right away. Happy Hour is from 5-6pm, and since me and my friend couldn't make it after work on a weekday, we were pleased when we found out we can come on a Saturday. It doesn't seem like they take reservations, so we decided to come on the dot to avoid any lines. Such a cozy vibe inside! I loved all the details and decor. The Spirited Away, Christmas, Labubu, and Japanese decor was so fun to look at! My friend and I kept commenting on everything. Happy Hour menu was decently priced, a full table including dessert for both of us came out to be around $50 each. The food isn't amazing, but still good to eat! I loved the little plates the food came in, it was like I was in Japan. The Roasted Corn Tea was delicious after our meal, and the dessert wasn't too sweet either! Overall, I enjoyed the vibe of this place. I'd love to come back for happy hour drinks next time! Even though the food was just okay to me, I think the atmosphere made it more enjoyable. Who doesn't love daily happy hour with Japanese tapas?! read more

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Chome's sushi and skewers are fresh, and the service was excellent. Everything came out quickly, and they have some unique beers you don't see everywhere. Standouts were the chicken thigh skewer and the brussel sprouts. The salted egg kabocha was also great, and the yuzu miso trio was super citrusy and fresh. The duck udon was comforting and flavorful, although a bit heavier. The fish bowl dessert was amazing, basically an explosion of desserts in one. Not your typical Japanese spot, which was fun. Only small thing that threw me off was the music (Chinese songs?), but otherwise a perfect neighborhood izakaya spot. I'd come back, especially for happy hour. read more

Did someone say Happy Hour? This place is so good! Their Happy Hour runs from 5-6pm, and the menu is packed with great options. Even better--during November and December, Wednesdays are Happy Hour from 5pm all the way until closing. The staff is incredibly kind and attentive. They're constantly topping off your cup with seasonal fruit-infused water, which is so refreshing. Their barley hot tea is warm, comforting, and perfect for a chilly SF day or evening. The atmosphere is fun and vibrant, filled with adorable kawaii drawings (pretty sure they're Judy's!) and Japanese metal posters decorating the walls. The vibe gets even better with Judy's playlist--an eclectic mix of music in multiple languages that keeps the energy up. Everything on the menu is both delicious and unique. And for all the fruit lovers out there, don't skip the Paradise Mango--it's as tasty as it is Instagram-worthy! read more

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Came for happy hour 5pm Saturday. Came 10 minutes early only one couple ahead of us. I ordered goma asparagus, mozuko shots, takowasa, sweet chili salmon skin, miso trio hand roll, spicy negitoro hand roll, and unagi crab hand roll. Goma asparagus- fun dish! Liked the black sesame sauce and used it for my hand rolls too. Tiny dish probably not worth getting again but fun to try and tasty! 7/10 Mozuko shots- seaweed and vinegar. Very interesting taste not very vinegar spicy but more of a light sweet vinegar. Fun to drink and try! 8.5/10 Takowasa- raw octopus with one slice of lemon. Not my favorite raw octopus was hard to chew like chewing chicken string tendon. I used a lot of soy sauce. 5.5/10 Sweet chili salmon skin- thin slice of salmon meat still on it. Lightly tempura fried. Tasty sauce and light veggies under. 8.9/10 Miso trio hand roll - standard hand roll 7.4/10 Spicy negitoro hand roll- liked the texture and taste very yummy 8.9/10 Unagi crab- a bit biased because I prefer these flavors. Solid hand roll 9/10 read more

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This was one of the best meals I've had in a while. Good: - Super cute and unique decor, there were these cute cat paintings on the wall and the place has a homey feel. - The food came out very fast and the staff were great at explaining it - I loved the omurice and the tuna dish the most - the mango sushi was also so unique and good - All the dishes looked as good as they tasted - The lychee non alcoholic spritz was amazing too! Super refreshing with all the meat Bad: - The seating is a bit squished so it was hard to enter and exit our group table Overall would come again for the amazing tuna dish! read more

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Chome is a quaint little Japanese restaurant with a lot of character. It's a visual sensory overload. Reservations for 4 or more with at least a day's notice. Otherwise, walk-ins get there EARLY and stand in line before they open. We ordered off the Happy Hour Menu which is Tue to Sun, 5:00 pm - 5:45 pm. It gave us the best bang for our buck. *Pineapple Beer (5/5). Fruity and smooth with no beer aftertaste. Wow, I could drink at least 3-4 and not blink an eye. I'm a lightweight in drinking alcohol. I asked the table next to us what they thought since they ordered one also. "Very good!" *TakoWasa: chopped raw octopus w/fresh wasabi (4/5). First time trying this. The octopus was tender yet had a crunch as you chewed. The wasabi really clears up your sinuses. *Complimentary House Potato Salad with Bonito (4/5). Savory, smooth, and creamy. I think you could eat like 3 orders before realizing it. It's addicting. *Yuzu Miso Poke Salad: Salmon, hamachi, walu, yuzu miso, cucumber, spring mix, sesame seeds, tobiko (3.5/5). The fish was fresh tasting though we could not taste the yuzu miso at all. Also the fish didn't look dressed at all. Not sure if they forgot or this is how this dish is. *Crispy Fried Chicken Gyozas: chicken dumplings, curry aioli, garlic crunch, w/seeds, nuts (4/5): The dumplings themselves were nothing special but the curry, textures, presentation was great. *Balsamic Brussels: Seasoned brussel sprouts, sautéed with balsamic. Parmesan cheese and chili flakes (4/5). Charred nicely and the basalmic vinegar was sweetened just right. *Spicy Crunch Salmon Roll Salmon, avocado, spicy aioli, sushi rice, seaweed (4/5). Fresh tasting Salmon and the rice pops were good, but again, we did not taste any spicy aioli whatsoever. *Yuzu Miso Trio Roll (With Avocado) Butterfish, Salmon Hamachi, avocado, yuzu miso marinated, sushi rice, seaweed (4/5). My wife really liked this handroll. *Unagi And Imitation Crab Roll: BBQ eel, crab, avocado, sushi rice, tobiko seaweed (4/5). *Tsukemono Trio: Three kinds of Japanese Pickles with eggplant, radish, and cucumbers (3/5). Standard good typical pickles you would expect to get. *Spicy Negi-Toro: mixed fatty tuna with sriracha, avocado, green onion (4/5). *Chicken Thigh Yakitori (2 per order, 4/5) - marinated tender and juicy. *Nanban Fried Calamari: crispy fried calamari, sweet ginger sauce (4/5). The service from all the staff was friendly, attentive, and polite. The food presentation was nice. While not all were hits, they were all good and tasty dishes. Very cool place to hang out with friends. We'll be back. Support your local business! read more

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Stumbled upon this hidden gem while trying to find a last minute dinner spot in SF. You can make reservations by calling/texting the restaurant 24 hours in advance but they also take walk ins. We walked in on a Saturday night and were seated fairly quickly despite how small the place is. Their menu was surprisingly huge and there were so many options to choose from we ended up ordering quite a few items. For drinks, we ordered the Ume lover, green geisha, and pineapple beer. We enjoyed the cocktails but I think you can skip out on the beer. For food, we ordered the oysters, chu-toro sizzler, some hamachi tostada (not pictured), duck udon carbonara, and oxtail omurice. Everything was delicious! The only thing I wasn't super crazy for was the oxtail omurice. We also got a hojicha panna cotta for dessert but it was a bit too soft and would fall apart when you try to scoop into it. I'd skip out on the panna cotta. Overall, food was great and everything came out super fast. I like how they offer many different items on their menu and will definitely be back to try more things! read more

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This was my second time dining at this restaurant and I cannot recommend this place enough! It's worth going during their happy hour! Their happy hour menu has a lot of items to choose from, and I believe they change some items based on the season. My friends and I were supposed to dine at a different restaurant, but the restaurant we were originally supposed to go to wouldn't take any walk-in since they were completely booked out. So we went here, and it was a great back up choice! We were able to get in the first wave of people. The restaurant is small, so be prepared to wait a while. They have a lot of options on the menu to choose from, such as yakitori, nigiri, etc. I highly recommend going during happy hour because the price is pretty cheap, and the quality of the food is still up there. I would definitely recommend this place if you're ever in the SF area! read more

Chome - Izakaya Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Came for their happy hour menu and they are very strict about seating time! Happy hour is available if you're seated post 9:30pm so take note! They have a very big menu but luckily happy hour menu is easier to parse through. I got the kiwi lime cocktail (5/5 - pretty good but strong)! We also ordered a bunch of things off the happy hour menu to try! Definitely pretty good and a lot of food for what we got. I would get the fried gizzard, oysters and sushi again. We got the steamed egg but really don't think it's worth it. I would come back once in awhile and it'll be a good date night spot! read more

Chome - Izakaya Near Me - San Francisco, California

An absolutely fun, delicious experience! The restaurant itself is quite tiny, so we made a reservation ahead of time. The interior is decorated with quirky signs/art, and I really enjoyed the wide range of music that played during my time here. The vibe of the store was fun, eclectic, and inviting. The waiters were friendly and efficient. All the dishes we tried were delicious. Special highlight was the lucky clucky six skewers - every skewer was perfection. I really hoped to try the oxtail omurice or ramen, but they were unfortunately all sold out of oxtail. Just another reason to visit again! There is truly no store like Chome. read more

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We got to Chome around 8:30pm at the start of happy hour and it was packed - I recommend showing up at 5pm because they start running out of fish and you might have to do takeout vs. sitting inside. The fish is cut so thickly and the portions are so generous, I can't believe you can buy them for $6-10. The nigiri sampler is huge. My favorite was the spicy salmon crunch handroll! I also love all their plateware, adds a nice touch to the vibe of the place. The servers are super sweet and do their best to accommodate as many guests as possible read more

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An eclectic restaurant with decor that is truly a feast for the eyes! I came with my partner for dinner on a Monday around 7pm. We sat immediately despite not having reservations. Everything about this meal was noteworthy: the staff was attentive and friendly, the music was cute, and every dish on their extensive menu sounded just as mouthwatering as the next. We ultimately ordered the duck duck udon carbonara, shi-tomatoes with spicy aioli, and cheeky salsa pork belly skewer. We loved how creamy and loaded with toppings the carbonara was. The cheeky salsa skewer was a bit of a miss for us because of how fatty it was, especially for the price, but the shi-tomatoes rank high on the list of vegetable dishes I have ever eaten. They were so delicious that we devoured them in minutes and probably would've ordered 10 more servings if we weren't so full. The complimentary potato salad was also packed with flavor without being too sweet. I will absolutely be raving about my meal here for months to come and probably dream about those shishito peppers until I have them again. read more

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Lined up at 4:45pm for the 5pm HH. Despite several parties ahead of us, we were seated at 5pm! The nigiri was such a bargain. Fresh, thick cuts! The music was hilarious, all over the place. At one point, they were playing 80s French music, then 90s R&B. read more

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Late review but glad to finally make it. I found out about this izakaya last year and vowed to go there when I'm in SF. I finally got to take my visiting daughter there for a dinner of thanksgiving after our symphony's performance at the Herbst Theater last December. It was a most satisfying and comfortable izakaya meal. Service was good. Ambience was awesomely cool: very homey with all these really cute decor, unique paintings, and whatnots. My daughter and I loved everything that we ordered. read more

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Food was very yummy would def recommend the bacon shrimp it was the yummiest!! Cute interior and nice staff :) read more

Chome - Bacon Shrimp, Cumin Lamb - Izakaya Near Me - San Francisco, California

Such a cool spot! The inside is decorated very cute with artwork and Japanese themed plants and decor. Service was fast and nice too! Lots of reviews warned us about long, extensive wait times, but we went on a Sunday night around 6, and there was no wait! We were seated immediately and there were also plenty tables around us too! The skewer flight consisted of shrimp, lamb, pork, steak, chicken, mushroom, and brussle sprouts. All of them were delicious! But the standouts were the steak and Brussel sprouts. The oxtail omurice is such a fun and unique dish that I never see at other restaurants. Be warned: it is VERY tomato forward. Not bad, but just something that was unexpected for me. The egg wasn't runny like those viral social media omurice, but still good. The oxtail was super tender and good as well. Highly recommend! read more

Chome - Skewer flight - Izakaya Near Me - San Francisco, California

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This place was really hyped when it first opened with long waits. So when the hype died down decided to give a try. Went for happy hour but ordered some specials of the day including the uni pasta and some drinks off the regular menu. Basically tried almost everything on the happy hour menu. Wasn't bad. The fish was pretty fresh, the cartilage crunchy, drinks alright. The uni pasta was decent but not up there. Service was fast and friendly. Overall glad I tried it once. read more

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Came as a group of 4 and spent $130 (including tax, mandatory health fee, mandatory 20% tip for parties of 4 and more) on the following dishes: (7/10) Black tofu: Silken tofu topped black miso and asparagus, served cold (8.5/10) Fried eggplant rolls: Sushi roll with fried eggplant on guacamole, I normally don't like eggplant but I really liked how it was incorporated into the roll (9/10) Oknomiyaki: This was really good, contains cheese and was very stringy (8.5/10) Combo 7 + extra order of chicken thighs: Good variety and cooked well, chicken thigh was my favorite skewer They ran out of the complimentary potato salad when we got there. The water is infused with a bunch of fruit. Servers were nice but busy. The restaurant is very eccentric and uniquely decorated. The bathroom signs were so funny. A rather small interior which may require a wait during busy times, we waited 5 minutes around 8:30pm on a Thursday night. There is no dedicated parking lot so you need to find street parking. read more

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Got in line on a Friday around 4:45pm, was the first one there but que formed pretty quickly after I arrived with about 15 people. Once they open at 5pm everyone was seated in the first wave. Drinks: Ume tomato drink - 90ml sake cup, this was an interesting mix of sweet, sour, salty with a hint of tomato, a little syrupy in texture, personally didn't love this, balance felt off Pineapple-beerrtini - tasted like a light crisp beer with pineapple juice refreshing and pretty good Food: Fried Calamari - pieces were pretty large and a bit chewy, breading slid off and seems a bit wet, liked the sauce but would skip this one, was expecting a lighter and crisper fry Oysters - came with 4 pieces, topped with yuzu, soy, tobiko, a fun bite with lots of flavors and textures Trio handroll - large diced cubes of tuna, salmon and yellowtail, light brush of soy, wish the dice was a little smaller for an easier eating experience, tough to get all three types of fish in one bite, could have also used a little more soy Crunchy salmon handroll - pretty good, generous amount of finely minced salmon in a light mayo, topped with crunchy puffed rice, preference this to the trio, worth a try Hamachi Tataki - okay, 4 thicker slices of hamachi topped with crunchy shallots, scallion and tobiko and ponzu, didn't pick up on the ponzu but the other garnishes added some crunchy textural contrast to the sashimi Chicken Thighs and Wing Yakitori - solid came with two skewers per order, chicken was well prepared with a nice light char and the yakitori sauce added some savory sweetness Trumpet mushroom yakitori - also solid, mushroom were lightly cooked and skewer, didn't get any grilled flavor for these served with the same yakitori sauce Service was super quick and efficient, they really do try to accommodate everyone for the 45 min happy hour window. Food arrived fairly quickly, plates were also cleared quick and water was refilled throughout our meal. Staff did check in as well to see if you wanted to add to your order. Overall had higher expectations for this spot given the rave reviews, but though food was just okay. Do arrive early if you want to give this place a try, especially if you want to catch happy hour. Not the greatest quality but they do offer an extensive variety of options and great service if you're looking for a Japanese spot for happy hour. read more

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Absolutely enjoyed my time eating and drinking in the friendly ambiance! The decor adds so much character to the place and makes it a fun spot to eat and drink. We tried making it in for the happy hour specials, but if you plan to make it in the first round i would come by a bit earlier! They get packed really quick. The menu selection was amazing!! Everything looked so good and tasted so good that it was so hard to choose! I especially love how they mark their newer items and customer favorites. What we got.... * SPECIAL shoutout to the potato salad, it's complimentary and only one per person. It was so delicious i wish i could order that alone! Ox-tail Omurice - THE MEAT WAS SO TENDER, it literally melted off. Loved the pairing of the slightly sweet tomato sauce and a classic fried rice under the egg. 8/10 Duck Udon Carbonara - Creamy goodness, the duck was succulent and the noodles were flavorful with the egg yolk and sauce. I personally cannot handle spice, and there was a bit of a kick to it! 7/10 Parking is all street parking! There is only one gender neutral bathroom. read more

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Came here again recently on a Saturday for their happy hour! We arrived at 5pm and the place was full by 5:15pm. They were also taking last orders for happy hour at 5:37 (HH ends at 5:45) so keep that in mind. I'm a big fan of their pineapple beer and always have to get it. The handrolls are tasty - my favorite is the unagi crab. The miso trio is not bad and the spicy tuna is a bit spicy for me. We also tried the treasure chicken which is a fun twist to regular chicken karaage - the only complaint is that it was a bit oily at the bottom. We got the duck carbonara and they must've changed the recipe because I do not remember it being this spicy last time LOL. Still yummy but the kimchi made it pretty spicy - a little too spicy for my liking. read more

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I would gate keep this place but everyone already knows how amazing it is! I heard they had an amazing happy hour and it did not disappoint. We arrived 5 minutes before opening to a small line of eager eaters. Seated promptly at opening with the coveted HH menu as well as the full menu because we were ready to go. They have their 45 minute happy hour down to an art. They walk through and take orders and come back through a couple more times for additional items, making sure to let you know when it is HH last call. Highlights: HH Menu 1) pineapple beer- I'm not a beer fan but this flavorful beer hit the spot. 2) Black Garlic- fermented garlic amazingness 3) Balsamic Brussels- is there a nutritional daily limit for these? If not, order as many as you can eat- yummy! 4) crispy fried chicken gyoza- crispy and not oily. Great combo. 5) yakitori- had the thighs and wings. Wings were a little heavy but a nice treat to split. 6) hand rolls- spicy crunch salmon and salsa hamachi. Both delish Not on HH- Okinomyaki. We try this everywhere we go. It is a big dish best suited for more than two people and it is one of the best. Worth the extra monies. We have been twice in the last couple of weeks and I cannot wait to go back and try more things. read more

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This was one of the few restaurants that was opened during the black out in SF. Crazy to see how this lit up the neighbothood when SF went dark that night. It's sucha hidden gem tucked away in the Mission area with so much to see on the walls, ceiling, & tables. Reminded me of my favorite izakayas in Japan. The food was perfectly executed too: you can't get go wrong ordering anything from their Happy Hour menu. Service was quick too, but we definitely came right when they open (5 pm) to snag a table. Otherwise, it looked like you'll have to wait awhile to get seated. read more

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This place was alright, nothing out of the ordinary. Decided to try the oxtail omurice but it was nothing special. Their sushi isn't that great also. The best thing we got was probably the udon. The service was good but they really rush you out your table once you're done, which felt a little weird. I'm glad we tried this place out but would probably not go back. read more

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Adorable spot in Noe Valley. We came for the happy hour, which is an incredible deal, ends at 5:45 PM so get there early! Service was friendly and efficient. The house made potato salad is delightful. The standouts for me were shishito peppers, the salmon sashimi, and the Toro toro nigiri. Even the water is delightful, infused with different fruits so flavorful, but not sweet. If I left in San Fran, I would be a regular spot. read more

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