This was our first and unforgettable Omakase experience!! We tried Hinata sushi for our 5 year anniversary and so glad we did because our standards are so high now! Every single course was carefully crafted in front of us, full entertainment while we got to taste a rich selection of fish sourced from all around the world!! Absolutely amazing service that helped us get fully immersed in the meal. An amazing experience from start to finish that I couldn't recommend enough, go try it for yourself and you will see what I mean :) read more

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My sister raved about Hinata's omakase and I knew I had to take my partner here because her favorite food is sushi. She is hard to impress with food and she left wanting more! It's still her favorite meal and she just drools every time she thinks about it lol. Each roll was so good! My favorite was the crispy mackerel but make sure to wait a bit because it's hot! I didn't take any photos but the one I posted since we wanted to enjoy the experience. Our chef was great and we didn't have to wait long between each piece. They give you a little plate with a towel to clean your fingers between each piece. This is optional but our waiter told us the traditional way to eat is grabbing the sushi with your fingers. If you don't want to do that, you can use the chopsticks provided. Highly recommend you try the omakase! Oh and for our anniversary they gave us glasses of sparkling rose with a note. It was a nice gesture! read more

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Hinata is a hidden gem! I had Hinata bookmarked for the longest time and I'm glad I finally got to try their omakase. Reservations were easy to make on OpenTable. They called a few days before to check if I had any dietary restrictions. The location is convenient-- right off Van Ness. The outside is not very obvious so you have to follow Google Maps and look for the building number. The inside is not huge but doesn't feel cramped. Most of the seating is around the counter, with some smaller tables on the side. The bar height elbow chairs were actually very comfortable. My takeaway is that Hinata hits a sweet spot. I felt I received a high quality omakase experience for the price ($128 without supplements). The chef was friendly and skilled. I loved each course and it was paced well. I was stuffed without the supplements. Service was attentive and professional. The restroom was also clean (Toto toilet) and smelled really good (they had a tea light heating up some sort of puffed rice tea). Overall, I highly recommend Hinata if you're looking for a quality omakase experience at a relatively affordable price compared to other spots in SF! read more

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It was our anniversary so we had the perfect excuse to hit up another omakase in the city. I've had Hinata bookmarked for some time so my wife and I decided to finally give it a try. Reservation via OpenTable was a breeze and we were able to get bar seats for the 5:30pm slot. The owner, Chef Gavin, was our host for our 16-course Grand Omakase. Our evening started off with a set of delicious Zensai (appetizer) consisting of crab salad, umaki (omelet-wrapped unagi), and mozuku (seaweed) followed by a trio of sashimi slices (akami, sake, and madai). A couple of cooked items followed - Gindara (glazed black cod with truffle and uni sauce) and Sawara (smoked king mackerel). Both were superb, but the cod was the clear winner. For our nigiri, we had the following: Engawa (flounder fin) - We were off to a good start because this is one of my favorites. I prefer the chewier texture of the fin over the fleshy part of the fish. Ishidai (jaw snapper) - Another shiromi for the early win! It was firm and chewy; lightly seared to bring out the oil. Hotate - Served with a bit of miso aioli, this was the perfect contrast for the natural sweetness of the scallop. This was excellent! Kasukodai - This was our first time having a young snapper and it had a firmer texture than its older counterparts. This was dressed with dehydrated egg. Sanma (pike mackerel) - My wife does not have the same love for mackerel as my older daughter and me. This had a stronger flavor, so my wife had a small bite and decided to give me her leftover. That's OK because it meant more for me. Masaba (Pacific mackerel) - It was mackerel season so our chef decided to serve two species of mackerel back-to-back, much to the chagrin of my wife. This had a more intense and salty taste so I ended up having 2 servings again. Kamasu (barracuda) - Another favorite decided to show up that evening! We could see how the skin reacted to the flame as Chef Gavin put his torch to good use once more. Comparing this with the rest, it was on the smaller side. Zuke Chutoro - Dry-aged for 2 weeks and soy-cured, the leaner section was seared (aburi-style) to create a more complex flavor and texture. Ikura Uni Rice - Served with shredded frozen uni to provide an even richer flavor, this was my favorite of the night. So awesome! Otoro Hand Roll - A taste of otoro before the soup and dessert. This would have been a fitting finale, but I added the supplement which consisted of the Hokkaido Uni, Otoro, and A5 Wagyu. These were all fantastic and Chef Gavin made sure my DSLR got a good look of his 2-week dry-aged otoro as he laid it out in front of me. Even with the supplement, their price was "more affordable" than the other omakase restaurants we have been to. If i were being picky, I would have preferred that our chef served something in between the 2 mackerel nigiris like he did with the snappers. But overall, Chef Gavin had excellent knife and presentation skills and I enjoyed our experience here very much. The counter seats were perfect as we clearly saw how our food were prepared. The place had a pleasant vibe to it, too. Here's hoping Hinata makes the Michelin Guide someday... read more

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Finally got to try Hinata, especially after hearing about this spot for years. 4 of us went here to treat a cousin for her birthday. Omakase, didn't need to think about what to order other than drinks and any supplement food. Easy peasy. We made a reservation for 4 for 7pm, and we were seated right away. They had a cute area to wait if needed. We got a table, where a couple of us had the view of the bar and the other a view of the fish on display. Sake flights for us all! It was great to taste a few varieties of sake, and it went rather well with the tasting menu. First bite was super refreshing- crab, jelly, veggies. Second and third bites were great as well. An edible plate cracker with tartare, and an oyster. That oyster was so good!! The tartare was really good as well, but the edible cracker kind of like a cake cone texture and flavor in some way took away from it imo. Then came the nigiri pieces. Yum!! These were brought out a few pieces at a time. 12 in total, with some being amazing stuff like rice with uni and roe, a tuna piece wrapped in seaweed, etc. so good!! They had a supplement option of uni, wagyu, o-toro. We all got that cause we couldn't resist. Delicious!! Def recommend if you aren't feeling really full. After the 3 appetizers, 15 pieces of greatness, we got our fish broth red miso soup. Yummmmm. Then dessert, which was a black sesame ice cream topped with pistachios. Would be down to dine here again! Not a cheap meal, but very good for these types of omakase and quality. Service was good too- waters refilled, dishes explained, food brought out timely, etc. read more

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Hinata has continuously been one of my favorite omakase spots and have kept their prices reasonable in contrast to other omakase spots in the bay. Service has always been top notch and I love how they have consistently impressed every guest I have brought along to eat with me. Music is always a hit with their R&B and EDM and just sets a modern chill vibe. All the sushi chefs are fun and enjoyable to converse with which definitely makes the experience. The sushi here is always fresh and I love how each bite builds up to the next with the final pieces always being the highlight of the meal. Their extensive sake menu is impeccable and it's always a good time drinking here. Highly recommend Hinata to anyone for a date night, friends get together or even a catch up dinner! read more

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I've been wanting to try this spot for a while and now I have. Hinata at the time of me making this review serves an $128 omakase including 3 appetizers, 12 pieces of nigiri, a miso soup, and a dessert with the opportunity to add supplemental courses near the end. I opted for the addition of the A5 Wagyu. The appetizers were pretty solid. The appetizers are sunomono, the trout tartare, and oyster. The sunomono is very citrusy, the trout has a nice crunch from the monaka cracker, and oyster was packed with flavor. The nigiri part of the omakase actually went by pretty fast lol. The A5 Wagyu supplement was my favorite. The gold flakes on top and the salt were a nice touch. The dessert was a black sesame ice cream with pistachios which was good. The service here was great. The staff is very friendly. Note: The area around this restaurant is hella sketchy. The inside of the restaurant is quite nice though. You honestly wouldn't expect an omakase spot in this kind of area lol. Iykyk. Try it out if you like. :) read more

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Came here w a reservation for 2 for the first time. Had heard great things about Hinata. The restaurant itself is pretty spacious but doesnt have too many seats. We sat at the bar for the omakase, which we appreciated since the chefs were able to explain what each piece of nigiri was as well as other dishes. The restaurant is really nice, love the woods and general feel. The omakase base price was $128 which honestly isnt bad. You can do add ons for more which quickly increase the bill, but the amount of food was solid. We did the premium sake flight which paired well with the food I really liked the Trout tartare. Super fresh, and very fatty + tasty. I thought most of the nigiri were delicious. Some highlights were the barracuda and chutoro but i enjoyed every piece. Red miso soup was also amazing, perfect level of saltiness and depth of flavor, not like how miso soup can be way too salty sometimes. I thought the oyster was a little too sweet. It masked the natural flavor of the oyster a bit too much but that would be the only dish i thought could have been better. Depends on your taste! I also wish there was just a bit more wasabi on some pieces Service was excellent. I saw some comments on pacing but i thought the chefs and staff were very attentive and each dish/nigiri didnt feel rushed or like we were waiting. Chef who served us was very nice and did an excellent job. read more

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This place is AMAZINGGG!!! This fish was super fresh and honestly it's a very reasonably price for what you get :) I made reservation for my boyfriends bday on open table and we were seated right away at the bar and it was the perfect ambiance. The service was amazing too and the servers were very attentive & the chef was super descriptive with the food. All of the fish and food itself was amazing!! I loved all the fish especially that was torched. Also it was decently fillinggg with the black sesame dessert being the perfect way to end the meal. For my boyfriend's birthday they added a candle and little not with the dessert. Would highly recommend giving this place a try and would love to come back! read more

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The service and interior was amazing. The sushi chef was informative on all the types of fish and very easy going. The experience was great and would definitely go back. I added the 3 pc special at the end with the waygu and definitely worth it. They ask if there are other ones you want to try again which I would have done but I was pretty full after the waygu. 10/10 read more

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Came here for a party of 2 for the 5:30 sitting for omakase. We were seated on time and promptly. It was sooo good. Everything was prepared right in front of us and so fresh. Was a let o talk to and learn from the chef as well. I don't remember all of the dishes but enjoyed all of them and ended up being really full towards the end. We did not do the pairing with drinks but they had a nice selection of Japanese beers we tried and loved. They were hard to find and we even tried to hunt them down. It was $125 a person for omakase when we went. read more

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We came on a Sunday evening for an early dinner. The restaurant had an unassuming entrance and was quiet when we first sat down. More people showed up over the course of our meal and the bar seating felt progressively more claustrophobic. Interesting pop music choice for an omakase place, I definitely felt detracted from the experience. Omakase set menu $128: Pickled Cucumber, tomato and snow crab sunomono - I enjoyed the slightly tangy pickle, the snow crab didn't provide much texture or flavor, the ingredients didn't feel like it worked well together Trout tartare - tartare on a cracker, delightful crunch paired with the soft umami sashimi and bursts of salmon roe Oyster with mozuku and cavier on top - it was hard to pick up the flavor of the seaweed and cavier, all I tasted was oyster Nigiri - memorable pieces were barracuda, love the charred skin. Fresh water eel, the edges of the eel pieces were so pointy that it poked the roof of my mouth and almost triggered a gag reflex. Also quite dangerous indeed. Supplement add on $41: a spoonful of uni (uni was not as sweet or creamy and intensely flavored as hoped), otoro nigiri (can't go wrong with this), wagyu nigiri (I'd prefer it in non nigiri form) Fish broth miso - good palette cleanser, nice and mild soup Black sesame ice cream - might be the best part of the menu, very creamy It might be a small detail, but the ginger pieces were all tangled together making it hard to grab a bite without making a huge mess. It's a cute place for a date night, but the quality of omakase is not at the price point. read more

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Honestly one of the top 3 omakase experiences I have had in the US. For the price I think this restaurant blew me away with the quality and taste. Was seated at the bar for an 8:30 reservation and our sushi chef was very friendly and attentive. The waitress was also very kind and was checking in on us just the right amount of times throughout the meal. I really think each piece of sushi was sooo unique and absolutely delicious and perfect quality. I wasn't too full by the end to the point where I couldn't finish my meal. The number of pieces and appetizers was also perfect. Highly highly recommend! read more

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The omakase seems to be the focus at this restaurant. The entire room was set in a dim light beside the back of the bar - It felt a little higher end. The staff brought you to the bar and helped you with the chair. They cleared all the plates and dishes away very quickly and also filled your water up constantly. The food was absolutely delicious. Everything was so fresh and nothing was fishy at all. The scallop was extremely soft. The mackerel had a mild and not pungent flavor. There were some nigiris that I was skeptical I would enjoy based off the appearance of texture, but wow was I proven wrong, I enjoyed everything! The chef did a great job at presenting and creating each course. We had one chef, who was tending to multiple sets of couples at bar. All the couples arrived at different times, so being apart of the latter groups made my partner and I feel a little rushed. It felt like the chef wanted to catch us up with the earlier groups. We wanted a moment between each course to discuss with one another, but we weren't too sure if it was rude to leave the food on the dish after it was already presented. I also notified the chef of an allergy - not deadly but makes me physically uncomfortable. He was able to switch out one of the courses with another. However, he handled my allergen before preparing the allergen-free course, which caused itchiness and small hives/blisters to form on my inner lip. All in all, I would be more explicit of cross-contamination to prevent this situation from occurring again, but I enjoyed the experience and would come back in the future. read more

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I think Hinata is my favorite sub $200 omakase that I've had. They're now dry aging all of their fish so it has a bit more flavor and umami to it. Each piece of tender, lovingly prepared and special. It's paced so you have time to revel in each bite and really appreciate the fish - be prepared for at least 90 min. The last couple of times, I have left just a little hungry. The hand roll and the little uni bowl really rounded out a great meal - I was plenty full at the end, this time. Their rice is served just slightly warm too - I just love it, makes each piece feel special to me. Service is impeccable as always too. It's not stuffy and never feels like somewhere you couldn't laugh, but doesn't feel loud or casual either - it's definitely a standout meal. I feel like I've only been giving good ratings recently but I guess I'm just picking good places to eat. read more

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I was able to get a last minute reservation here. My party and I were seated in the corner. The 3 appetizers were decent and refreshing. We both did the add on and with caviar. The nigiri tasted solid. The refill on drink was a little slow, but didn't really affect my overall experience. The setup and finger towel were spot on like it should be. It would've been nice to get a card or something that made the celebration more memorable here. read more

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Low key sad I missed the 18 PCs nigiri menu I really wanted a whole 18 pieces lol. But the new menu was really good. I had my doubts about how good omakase would be compared to higher priced spots but everything was so good at we didn't really hafta break the piggy bank to have a great omakase. Overall, the food quality makes Hinata worth a visit but price point and value was the ultimate cherry on top read more

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Hinata is a solid omakase spot in SF with some impressive highs and a few disappointing lows. With so many bites throughout the tasting, there's something for everyone to enjoy -- though not every dish hits the mark. I don't have a ton of high-end omakase experience, but I felt the pacing of the meal was slow. Service lagged quite a bit, especially for such a small venue. We waited about 10-15 minutes between dishes, which really dragged the experience out. While that may not sound too bad, with over eight plates served, it added up to nearly an hour and a half of just waiting with an empty plate. The first dish, Zensai, a combination of sweet shrimp, tamago, pickles, and side jelly, was a 9/10. The shrimp was incredibly fresh, the tamago was fluffy and flavorful, and the sides balanced everything nicely. A great start. The Wagyu Monaka was a 5/10. It was beef tartare and really needed more brightness and acidity to cut through the richness. Instead, it just tasted like raw beef with minimal seasoning. The shell it came in tasted stale, almost like a store-bought cake cone -- definitely not a favorite. The miso black cod with uni cream was a 6.5/10. Tender and tasty, but pretty standard -- it felt like something I could make at home. It needed more miso depth, and the uni cream was so subtle it barely registered. The nigiri course as a whole was a 9/10. The flounder was sweet and delicate, the dry-aged bluefin was buttery smooth with just the right wasabi punch, and the Hokkaido scallop was the standout -- fresh, slightly oyster-like, and paired with an incredible miso sauce. These pieces were some of the freshest fish I've had in the city and showed off the kitchen's best work. The uni spoon was a 8.5/10. Buttery, sweet, tangy, and perfectly fresh -- classic Hokkaido uni done right. The Owan miso soup was an 8/10. Deep fish-based broth with a mushroomy finish, comforting and flavorful. The hojicha pistachio ice cream was a 7/10. The roasted tea flavor was spot on and not overly sweet, with the pistachio adding a salty crunch. Really good, though not quite amazing. Overall, Hinata delivered some phenomenal bites -- especially the scallop, bluefin, and uni spoon. The beef tartare and cod were misses, and the service pacing left a lot to be desired, but the quality of the fish made it worth a visit. I've had stronger omakase experiences in the city at a lower price point, which brings my rating down a bit, but if you're looking for a special night out with some of the freshest nigiri around, Hinata is a solid choice. read more

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I wanted to take my youngest out for an omakase meal but not to one where I had to take out loan to afford. I've heard great things about Hinata and have been wanting to try for some time. The added plus is that the omakase here is $98 per person. For an extra $24, you can add a supplement of hokkaido uni, otoro and A5 wagyu nigiri. $122 for 21 pieces of nigiri, 3 small bites, red miso/fish broth and dessert is well worth the price. From the moment we sat down to our last bite, service was impeccable and attentive. It did get a bit slow when we were ready to pay our bill as the restaurant got a bit busy. The interior of the restaurant is warm and cozy with counter seating at the sushi bar and a few tables as well. Our meal included the following: Tomato jelly appetizer Nigiri round #1- kanpachi, red snapper, black sea bream with miso, halibut, blue fin tuna akami, toro Cucumber with bonito appetizer Nigiri round #2 - king salmon with yuzu, arctic char, kumodai golden ice red snapper, seared Hokkaido scallop with miso aioli Snow crab with miso butter appetizer Nigiri round #3 - Ikura salmon roe Seaweed with sweet vinegar Nigiri round #4 - pacific mackerel, barracuda, chu toro, negi toro hand roll, unagi Red miso fish bone broth Supplement - toro, Hokkaido uni, and A5 wagyu Black sesame with pistachio ice-cream Every item was a 10/10. There wasn't anything we tasted that we didn't like. This is definitely a return to restaurant for us! Parking is a bit challenging and the neighborhood is not the greatest. read more

WOOOOOOOOOW Hinata blew my mind! I booked this place for my boyfriend's birthday after reading all the great reviews! It did come out to a heftier bill than I expected - $45 for caviar is PER PERSON which I didn't realize until I ordered it but life is short and their sushi was great! We were a little late to our reservation so we didn't get a chance to sit at the bar. Definitely will be back to do so. The fish was phenomenal. Freshest fish I've ever had. Very intricate flavors. 10/10! read more

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Food: 3/5 - tasted good but wasn't crazy life changing. Some of the tuna was really really good and flavorful Service: 4/5 - they explained every dish but sometimes we couldn't hear or understand. A lot of leaning over us to grab some dish from another friend. Ambience: 3/5 - for a Japanese restaurant def expected more chill energy but it was a bit rowdy. They were able to accommodate us, a big party, so give them props! Overall enjoyed the meal. Actually was full after 10 courses. Learned a lot about fancy dishes. Came out to $215 per person including a $41 supplement. Base pay was $185 per person. read more

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One of the best omakase experience I ever had. 18 pieces of sushi for $98pp is a steal deal! Quality of the fish was so fresh Service was great read more

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Sleek interior with bar omakase experience as well as tables that are more available! Great value for omakase - tradeoff is nigiri on smaller side but quality and freshness is certainly there. The course was perfectly seasoned throughout and all of the bites delicious! Super attentive service with sake refills and friendly chatting with the chef read more

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My experience here was interesting...mainly via others seated near us (aka food bloggers/social influencers etc.)...that were a bit more noisy BUT given one person was respectful enough to apologize & explain what they were doing - I felt he was courteous and humble about it, ultimately representing his party well. Totally don't mind if people want to post/record/announce their food - but I do think in these intimate settings - there is a common courtesy that should be considered...and talking to your neighbors to pardon/explain 100% goes a long way of you being less arrogant/obnoxious. All in all - the hubby/I made reservations online (about 2 months in advance) for the counter seating for a wedding anniversary celebration. The restaurant itself is located in an ok area/neighborhood but ofc the SF crazies be everywhere...so I would advise to wait inside where there is a cute seated area you can chill after checking in. Parking is mostly street parking, but there are a few public garages around. The restaurant itself was modern, dimly lit, and pretty spacious - with a good size counter/bar and also a few tables along the back as well. Omakase menu here is relatively cheaper than most other places we've been to ~$125/pp but the quantity and variety of dishes were a bit smaller overall as well. There were a few add on options like: caviar addition (+$45), supplement (+$39), and or Beverage pairing (+$92). You KNOW your girl added the CAVIAR (which was for 5 nigiri pieces =) ++ ended up getting whole bottle of sake instead of the pairing. Food talk: (1) Apps (Zensai) - these were all OK for me; most bites were either too saucy or tart for me and didn't particular remembered anything special here. (2) Wagyu Monaka - this was AMAZING and so unique! Just a beautiful mini sandwich of wagyu, uni, fish roe, and CAVIAR...all between a yummy, crisp, & crunchy, rice cracker. (3) Cooked Fish Dish (Gindara) - this was good, the fish was cooked well with a nice smokiness to it + great textures/freshness from the veggies + a light broth & ofc truffle shavings. (4) Nigiri (10 pieces) - there were actually 8 pieces of true nigiri + a mini uni rice bowl & an otoro wrap. Ultimately all the fish were fresh and tasty, either lightly brushed with sauce or finished off with toppings for some bite & texture. Some of my favorites were the Red Snapper, Tuna, and ofc the creamy uni bowl and otoro wrap. Note: Caviar addition not recommended and kind of took away from the nigiri overall. (5) Soup (Owan) - this was just OK for me, nothing that stood out and a bit too salty for my personal preference. (6) Dessert - this was tasty, it was a house soft serve with some pistachio crumble + a comp. sweet sake to top it off. Sake Bottle - our waitress suggested this beautiful bottle of unfiltered sake that drank like a sparkling wine and we LOVEDDDD it. It was perf. bubbly, lightly sweet, and just so easy to drink. In the end, the overall ambiance, service, and quality of the food was an experience totally worth. The hubby/I really enjoyed Hinata & will def. be coming back (but most likely not for a special occasion LOL). read more

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Our entire experience was wonderful from the start. We were greeted by the friendly staff upon entering and were seated right away for their 18 piece sushi and bites dinner. The restaurant was clean, servers were responsive, and we were excited to eat! We opted for the additional 3 piece supplement so 21 pieces! Everything is hand made for you as you progress, the fish tender and flavorful without any fishyness. Each piece is seasoned perfectly - salt, acid, sour all balanced. With so many bites i was expecting to not like at least a couple bites - no true here - i loved every bite ! The most important part of sushi is the rice - and the sushi rice here is perfectly cooked and seasoned. So good. I'm left handed and i can always tell a great and attentive chef because they will serve me differently than my right handed wife. Only see this in Japan. Very cool. Thank you Chef Gavin!! Still thinking about this meal and will definitely be coming back. Worth it for the upgrade as you will regret not getting those extra bites. You will be full but not ridiculously stuffed. read more

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This places never ceases to amaze me. I brought my friend to Hinata for dinner and he absolutely loved it. Our omakase priced below $100, included over 15 courses and it was qell worth the price. Each nigri was exceptional and had us craving for more. The uni was a little bitter but everything else more than made up for it. Some of the fishes that we tried included- Kanpachi (Amber jack) with lime zest Hirame (Flounder) Hokkaido scallop with miso aioli Shima aji (Striped jack) with lime zest Kurodai (Sea bream) with fermented miso Iwana (Arctic char) Cucumber with sesame vinegar dressing Yellowtail New zealand king salmon with yuzu Smoked spanish mackerel with ponzu Red snapper with egg yolk Snow crab with miso butter Salmon roe with sea urchin Okinawa seaweed strawberries Masaba (Pacific mackerel) Hamasu (Japanese baracuda) Medium fatty tuna Scallop Fatty tuna with pickeled daikon Unagi My personal favorites were - Hokkaido scallop, smoked spanish mackerel, O toro, umimasu toro, snow crab with miso butter and king salmon. Great service and great decor. 100/10 recommend. read more

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I went for the omakase. From start to finish, everything was exceptional. The meal started with 3 refreshing and flavorful appetisers. They are incredibly creative and unlike anything you'll find elsewhere. The appetizers are beautifully presented. The 10-piece premium chef's selection of nigiri was another highlight--each piece was expertly crafted, fresh, and full of vibrant flavors. The meal wrapped up with a comforting soup and a delightful house-made dessert that was the perfect sweet ending. I also ordered the Uni Trio which was a showstopper! It featured three different kinds of sea urchin, each one fresh and distinct. Ambiance was perfect-- a cozy yet refined atmosphere ideal for a special occasion. read more

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Date: Friday, November 22nd, 2024 Time: 7:30pm Party of: 2 Meal: Dinner Reservations Made: I believe OpenTable November 2024 Omakase ($125) x2 *Zenzai: kani, umaki, ebi, trout *Kaki no Shira-Ae: red snapper with persimmon *Gindara: miso glazed black cod with uni cream *Nigiri: premium chef selection 10 pieces *Owan: red broth, red miso *Dessert: house-made dessert *Supplement ($41) x2: hokkaido uni, otoro, a5 wagyu *Uni Trio ($39) x2: three kinds of sea urchin *Sparkling Water ($8) *Corkage ($35) I was having dinner with a friend and we decided to have sushi. I don't do fancy omakases much, but after looking around, we decided to try Hinata. Their menu was decently priced as was their corkage. We were seated at the bar after waiting for a few mins. The first course was a great little tasting plate. I especially liked the ebi since it was simple, but flavorful. I'm not much of a sweet and savory kinda person, so I was expecting to hate the snapper and persimmon. I was pleasantly surprised. The creamy sauce and pine nuts brought it all together. For the third course, the cod was cooked perfectly, but I wanted to taste more uni in the cream. For the nigiri pieces, I believe we got - (1) shima-aji, (2) hirame, (3) hotate, (4) bluefin akami, (5) ishidai, (6) seared mackerel / saba, (7) kamasu / barracuda, (8) chutoro, (9) ikura with santa barbara uni, (10) negitoro. Our sushi chef kept walking away and then explaining the items, so it was hard to hear. I took notes the best I could. I am in no way a fish expert, but I adore toro and uni. The toro was soft and buttery. The uni was sweet, creamy, oceany, and just oh so good. If you can't tell I adore uni. Especially hokkaido uni. I got the flight which ended up being duplicates of some pieces. I was fine with that. I think the supplement is worth it. Especially if you like uni and don't want to spring for the flight as well. For the last two, we got a miso soup and pistachio dessert. I love soup, so the miso was a great way to finish all our savory courses. I'm not a huge fan of pistachios in sweet dishes, but I didn't mind it here. Provided a nice nutty favor. I had a disappointing bday dinner prior, so my friend and I were kind of having a redo here. They were very sweet and put a candle in my dessert. Service was excellent. They kept on top of refilling our water and wine glasses. Definitely a great place to grab a fairly priced omakase. At least for San Francisco. REVIEW #3630 read more

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I went for a tasting course, and I can say that I had an enjoyable experience, which honestly doesn't happen very often. I don't remember exactly how big the course was, but everything was well-prepared and looked beautiful. The only thing I'd change is to give more time to explain each dish, because they served one small plate every hour, and it was faster than I could fully understand what I was actually eating. Still, everything tasted great, I didn't have any stomach issues, and the price was reasonable. Five stars. read more

Hinata - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

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An overall really pleasant dining experience. And one of the cheaper omakase's in sf. The ambiance of the place is super lowkey and looked almost closed before walking in. We were sat immediately (with reservations) and were greeted by our server and chef Pau right away. They started with tea which was brought out in their own little teapots which the servers poured for us whenever our cups were looking a bit empty. I had their barley green tea which had steeped really well and tasted strong but not bitter. Going through the dishes, it started with little plates of seafood and interesting items before diving into the nigiri's. From ebi shrimp to wagyu tartare, each bite felt worth savoring. The fish were all extremely fresh. I really liked the pairings of sauces and garnishes that our chef had on our nigiri's. He took the time to explain each piece to us regarding the fish and its flavors. It ended with some pistachio hojicha ice cream and they wrote a little note for my friend since it was her birthday. Overall a great experience and definitely worth the price read more

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We came here to celebrate Valentine's Day and I was not expecting this to be another Asian fusion omakase rather than traditional omakase. We made a reservation in advance and they would charge $85 if you are 15 minutes late or a no show. Given the occasion, the restaurant was pretty busy with only two chefs preparing the food supported by a number of waiting staff. The bar table was fully booked and the individual tables were also filled. The omakase is priced very reasonably for Bay Area standards but it didn't include any premium fishes except of uni. The omakase included the following courses: 1. Snow crab with yuzu, trout sushi, umaki, shrimp with egg sauce 2. Wagyu tartare with ankimo and mountain yam 3. Black cod 4. Striped jack 5. Hirame with engawa 6. Akame 7. Hokkaido scallop with miso aioli 8. Homasu (cherry blossom trout from hokkaido) 9. Spanish mackerel 10. Kamasu (Japanese baby baracuda) 11. Zuke chutoro 12. Uni with ikura 13. Negitoro hand roll 14. Hojicha ice cream with grounded pistachio Overall, I enjoyed all the courses except for the monkfish dish but that's just a personal preference. The chutoro in particular also didn't look that fresh. I felt like that was the reason why they had to sear half of the fish, which compromised its texture. I could've ordered otoro as an add-on but I was doubtful whether it would a good quality piece so I decided to pass on it. My favorite dishes had to be the yuzu snowcrab fusion dish, the black cod, Hokkaido scallop (but would be better without the glazed miso aioli), uni with ikura, and negitoro handroll. read more

Hinata - Omakase - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Omakase at Hinata is always solid! Attention to detail. Perfect timing. Tasty. Wonderful experience every time. read more

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The food here this time was not amazing like it has been before. Appetizer set and the fish are great. The wagyu cracker was bland and the dessert this time wasn't great. Would not recommend for a larger party than 2. I would recommend sitting at the bar and calling to make sure you are. Service is just not as good at the tables and they forgot after I mentioned 2 times that night and in the reservation it was for 2 birthdays. No cake cutting fee! read more

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Cozy and modern interior with a large bar table sitting directly in front of the chefs. Several smaller dining tables and also a larger private area for slightly bigger gatherings. On a weekday night, you probably don't need to make a reservation but they can pre-set the table for you if you make one. The service was impeccable. They were attentive and swiftly removed plates and brought over your next course of food so that wait in between courses were very short. We told them that we were celebrating a birthday and they surprised us with a little birthday card, a candle, and a complimentary sparkling alcohol drink at the end. The food itself was delicious. Very fresh fish and delicious appetizers and hojicha soft serve. The omakase course will leave you at a comfortable level of fullness but don't expect to be stuffed. There's also an ala carte menu and other additional add ons that you can order. read more

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We booked the 5;30 reservation because I couldn't WAIT to try them out, we were seated in front of the chef. It was SO exciting to watch the chefs prepare your dishes with such efficiency and finesse! The presentation, taste, quality of the fish was the best I've ever had. I do suggest adding on the supplementary, the otoro and wagyu were phenomenal. I'd pass on the caviar as the flavor blended in with the fish. Anyways, I definitely recommend y'all stop by when you're in the area! read more

Hinata - Appetizer - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

Been here a few times already a few years ago and the experience has gotten even better. The menu has gone through changes as usual with a lot of omakase places as the season changes and they've added more additions to their set course menu! For $125 the experience is a steal in San Francisco. You'll for sure leave satisfied. In total it was 15 items and opted for the additional supplement($41) which I highly recommend. That supplement of uni, otoro, and A5 wagyu alone is like a dessert alone. Each course of the menu was amazing and the unique textures and flavors of each cut of fish come out very well. Chef does a very good job of explaining each piece to you! Would highly also recommend to book a resy at an earlier time if you want to have a closer experience with the chef as the bar seats fill in by time slots. Took the 6:30 resy and was 1 of 2 groups in there which made for a nicer atmosphere as it wasn't as busy. read more

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Been wanting to check this place out since trying their sister restaurant, Sasa in Japantown, which we loved. Partner and I celebrated our anniversary here and I will say the ambiance definitely felt more intimate and special compared to Sasa. The omakase was about 6 courses. We opted out of the supplements this time, since they seemed to be the same as Sasa, but we did order a couple pieces of otoro to try. Compared to Sasa's omakase, we got to sit at the counter and have each piece handed to us. Our chef was fun and attentive, up until a group of his friends came for dinner and started drinking with him lol. Fish tasted fresh, and there was a good variety served. Presentation of dishes was great. Each course came out timely and we were left decently full at the end. They gave us a cute card and free glasses of champagne in celebration of our anni. Loved the experience. Saving this as a place to go for any special occasion! read more

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Ambiance, service, and food were amazing. We got the omakase with a sake flight and it was perfect. The rice was perfect... my favorite was the king salmon. They have the cutest plates and little cups(: read more

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One of the best omakase experiences in San Francisco. Although it's tucked away in the Tenderloin, the moment you step inside, the warm hospitality and beautifully designed interior instantly transport you elsewhere. My family and I came to celebrate my cousin's graduation, and the staff made us feel genuinely welcome. At $95 per person for 18 pieces of nigiri (plus palate cleansers), the experience was not only exceptional but also one of the more affordable omakase offerings in the city. We skipped the deluxe upgrade--20+ pieces and dessert were more than enough. We also tried the $40 sake sampler, which I'd probably pass on next time. Each piece of sushi was delicate, fresh, and full of flavor--melting in your mouth and leaving you excited for the next. An easy 5/5. read more

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Hinata is by far the best omakase in the Bay Area! I've been to Hinata three times now, and each time the sushi quality and service is outstanding. Each nigiri is very unique in flavor and texture. My favorites have always been the spanish mackerel, arctic char, and chutoro. The extra 3 piece nigiri supplement is fantastic as well. Huge thanks to the Hinata team and head chef! An exceptional experience from start to finish, can't wait to go back! read more

Hinata - arctic char - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

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