I took my boyfriend here for his birthday, who has always wanted to try an omakase. I was worried that I wouldn't be able to join him, because I just had a huge surgery that does not allow me to eat more than four ounces of food. I emailed them to ask if they could accommodate and Jenny assured me I could still participate!! So even before I had visited the restaurant I was impressed. The ambiance of the restaurant was incredible and we were so happy to get the private room. The waitress was so incredibly knowledgeable and friendly. The wait times in between sushi seemed to max out at 10-12 minutes which we thought we great! We had enough time to really enjoy each piece without excessively waiting for the next batch. FINALLY the sushi. We both agreed we had never eaten such delicious food. None of the fish tasted "fishy" or old. It was very obviously fresh and of great quality. Each piece was carefully crafted and had the best flavor pairings. One thing we could not stop ordering as supplemental and something EVERYONE should get is the Saitama A5 Wagyu. I mean seriously I have never and will never eat such delicious meat. They prepare it PERFECTLY. Overall the BEST experience we have ever had. We will 100% come back. read more

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This is a review of their takeout experience. I'm always searching for good omakase places I have not tried before, Hinata came up a few times but to be honest one thing that has been making me hesitate was their price - it's noticeably cheaper than most of other high quality omakase places in SF (yes, I usually go with the high price = high quality strategy although I've been burnt a few times too). But after all the Black Friday shopping, I decided it's time to save some money while still trying to enjoy good food :) So I went ahead and placed order on their online portal, which doesn't show pictures so I had to go back and forth between Yelp photos and their menu. Omakase Tasting: A+ With a $75 price tag, this is unbeatable by far.... all the 12pcs of nigiri sushi were extremely well made, a few pieces of the sashimi was smoked and was handled very well, those that were plain raw were all very fresh even after a bit of traveling in the car. The Negitoro Maki were small in size but very tasty. The tamago with "Hinata" stamped was not too sweet and very soft, Uni/salmon roe was fresh and tasty. It also came with miso soup and a matcha pudding dessert which had a very heavy matcha flavor to it. O-Toro Don: A+ 6 big pieces of very high quality blue fin tuna o-toro with nicely marinated salmon roe.... where can you find in SF for $34?? The other surprise was the rice, they added some seaweed/sesame/flakes and it really made the whole Don much more enjoyable than just simply sushi rice with vinegar. Cost/performance ratio is 100% for Hinata. I will definitely go back, whether it is for takeout or hopefully the dine-in experience soon. It's just that it is located on Van Ness and parking can be very hard to find, suggest to just Muni/Uber/Lyft there. read more

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LA Omakase prices are sky-rocketing which makes Hinata such a refreshing and affordable experience. Base Omakase price is 78/PP Hinata opened up in December 2016 ish The cuts are not as premium as Otoro or Uni, but you're able to add them as a supplement. (Ours came with Chutoro in our 15 piece omakase) I read some reviews saying it was 18 pieces for them, I'm guessing this depends on the fish they use. Expect a 2 hour dining session. Shout out to Chef Gavin who previously worked at Ju-Ni who was very entertaining. My Visit was 8/11/18 My meal ended up to be 133 after tax and tip with my a la carte items. One Gripe - they have options to tip based on percentage and its calculated post-tax instead of pre-tax. read more

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Last night was my first time trying the Omakase ($115 USD. per person) with my partner who also had the same thing and I must say it was delectable from start to finish. @hinata_sf on 810 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109. (Please swipe to see photos.) read more

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My bf took me to Hinata for my birthday and it was mind blowing! Everything I had was exceptional. I've tried other omakase places, but I think Hinata is by far my most favorite :) thank you so much for such a lovely dinner! Would love to come back in the near future!! read more

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Went there with a party of 14 people. Service was decent but don't recommend for big group. Prior to coming, they didn't tell us we won't be sitting together nor there will be a giant pole/wall between your party. We were seated ladies on one side of the wall, men on the other side. Pretty ridiculous when we wanted too celebration a birthday together. Food: we all ordered Omakase, $125 is a bit pricy for the same food at any smaller & not so fancy japanese restaurant like Amami Bistro. Fish were good but not great. I couldn't taste the real freshness of it. They all tested about the same after the 3rd piece. Of course this order did not come with uni, which was disappointing. Dont even both with paying additional for caviar, not worth it. We ended up paying $500/person because some of our friends can't stop ordering drinks...lol. Over all, just go there in small party, don't drinks. You will be ok. read more

What an absolute treat during SIP! Temarizushi Box ($30) - I've never had hand balled sushi before, so I was curious to see what the ratio of fish to rice would be and it was delightful! There were 9 balls and my favorites were the Unagi, Crab, and Scallop! Moriawase Nigiri ($32) - This came with 8 varieties of sushi, 6 maki rolls, and miso soup. The miso soup was jam packed with flavors and even had tiny mushrooms! Chirashizushi Bowl ($35) - How can you go wrong with sushi rice, sashimi, pickled veggies, and miso soup? I loved the variety of pickled veggies that ranged from sour to sweet. The rice had shreds of egg in it and there were two cuts of 7 sashimis to enjoy. Our fellow Yelper Jan P. hand delivered us with a taste of luxury with this Hinata delivery! Everything was fresh and the presentation was gorgeous. Will definitely be back to order more as well as to eat in whenever it's safe again. read more

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The inside was quite noisy/echoey making it difficult to have conversation and hear what the waitstaff was saying. The restaurant wasn't completely packed either. The noise level definitely affected my overall experience as I was straining hard to hear them explain each dish. (2/5) Food was pleasant, came promptly. Good amount for the price. Fish quality seemed good, though I wish it was a bit colder in comparison to the rice. They were a little heavy handed on the wasabi and sauce for the nigiri. Had hojicha ice cream as dessert, tasted alright and was a bit more stiff/frozen than I hoped. (4/5) I would give 3/5 stars for food/ambiance combined but unfortunately, both my partner and I had pretty bad food poisoning and our stomachs were churning about an hour later. Due to that, won't be coming again... read more

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What an interesting concept of sushi! This was my first experience trying omakase. I went with two of my other friends. At first it was confusing finding this building because the door and window was tinted and the sign was very small. We went on 4/24/22 @ 6pm. First walking in gave me an impression. The waiting room was nice and gave me a boho vibe. The hosts would push in the chair for the ladies, hooks under the bar for bags/purses and give you wet toilets for your hands. This place is $115 per person for omakase. It was an interesting concept watching the sushi chef prep the food in front of you. I'm not going to list every sushi piece because there was a lot but it was all so good! The ginger on the side also helps a lot with the sushi. I didn't like it at first but I think it was necessary. They switch out the sushi everyday with the dated listed on top of the menu. The host was very nice and was always watching you to refill water, take away dirty plates and utensils, and standing there when you have any questions. 18 course meal and the chef I had his name was Kyle. He was super nice and explaining each ingredient in sushi. It's so cool that they really focus on the preparation and cleaning the plate after every bite. The sushi pieces tasted so delicious and felt very fresh. I definitely feel like you feel content and probably should eat a big lunch before hand to be really full. For extra alcohol and sushi pieces before the soup and dessert cost extra based off the menu. The bathroom was also very nice. They were very nice and brought out the dessert with a candle and happy birthday sign for my birthday. Overall the experience was great and would go again! read more

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Speechless for my first Omakase experience. Many thanks to Chef Weida and the Hinata staffs for making this such a memorable dining experience. I took my boyfriend here to celebrate his birthday and he was super happy with the food, drinks and everything in between. I loved the front row seats to watch Chef Weida in action. He is truly a sushi master. He did charge us for $5 a picture of him haha but trust me it'll be so worth it. He knew so much about the history of sushi and taught us a lot about the fish that we were eating. I was so intrigued by everything. I couldn't get over the plating and how simple things were but it was packed with flavor! There was no fishy smells at all. Every piece was carefully formed and plated. Each with a distinct flavor. The smoked ones were very unique. Sushi is not the same now that I have tasted Hinata's fresh sushi. I can't even tell you what my favorite is because it was all so good. The desserts are out of this world as well! Make sure you use Yelp to make your reservations in advance. There are limited seating here, but reservations is key! We will definitely be back here to chat with Chef Weida and eat more yummy sushi! read more

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What a fantastic dining experience! If you get the chance to dine at the sushi bar, I highly recommend it. The base omakase set itself is reasonably priced for the total number of pieces (12 nigiris) and I love that you have the option to add on supplemental sets versus a la carte pieces. I don't remember all of the pieces we tried, and the menu no longer has each separate piece indicated, but my favorites were the fatty tuna, uni, and truffle topped pieces. Everything was so beautifully and thoughtfully prepared, and it was such a treat to watch the chefs work their magic! The tail end of our meal felt a bit rushed as we were just starting dessert when the 8:30PM seating was supposed to start. The waiting area itself is pretty small, so it felt like there were people just hovering over our shoulders waiting for us to finish so that they could take our seats. Other than that, I really have no complaints! I would definitely bring friends, family, dates back for special occasions. :) read more

Came here for a date night. Sushi so buttery, fresh, & just melts in your mouth. Just wow! it was a cool experience for being a first timer but I wouldn't plan on coming back here again. Good thing I ate before I came here cause I know it wouldn't feel me up. Plus I got hungry on our way to Sf from Lodi. 125 p.person 2 bottle of beers 18% service charge equals to almost 400$. Love the ambience & the old school music playing in the background. *Staff are helpful and attentive. *Chef was very delicate when handling the food, neat, and presentable. Cons: It's difficult to find a parking spot Outside is a sh*thole, homeless are sleeping by the sidewalk or stop lights, but they're not bothering anyone. Haha. And I did witness one, smoking a paraphernalia. Just be careful & watch your surroundings read more

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Takeout review! Some of the best takeout sushi I've ever had. The fish was so fresh and tasty. YOMS! I think their takeout boxes are a bit on the pricey side, and it's not a LOT of food, but every bite is melt-in-your-mouth good. We shared the chirashi don, salmon belly don, and moriawase. The rice was perfectly seasoned, with a thin layer in the box under the sashimi that seemed like a good ratio of fish to rice. I loved that they gave some picked side veggies in the dons too! read more

Hinata - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

Oh Hinata, you completely swept me off my feet! We had dinner reservations for 8:30pm and were seated almost immediately after we checked in. If you are driving, be sure to give yourself enough time to find street parking in the area. The restaurant is rather small and has a very intimate atmosphere. Minimalistic modern decor with wooden accents surrounds the restaurant and creates an upscale feel without any hint of pretentiousness. Their omakase starts at $78 per person for 18 items which includes 4 appetizer items, 12 pieces of nigiri (chef's selection), owan (fish miso soup), and dessert. There are also supplement options available or you may order a la carte. For the appetizers, my absolute favorite was the Hokkaido Scallop. It was so soft and buttery with the perfect hint of citrus! The nigiri came out in pairs and were very thoughtfully curated indeed--all of the selections complemented each other perfectly. My favorites were the Cherry Blossom Trout, Spanish Smoked Mackerel with Cherrywood, and Soy Sauce Cured Seared Toro. Quality was phenomenal and everything just melts in your mouth! There were so many moments where I just had no words for how incredibly fresh the fish was and I could only mutter out incomprehensible "mmmmmms". Right before our last nigiri pair came out, our hostess asked if we wanted to order anything a la carte and we couldn't say no because everything on the menu sounded delightful! We ended up getting the Kaisui Uni ($13.00) which we were told has a more ocean-y taste compared to the Bafun Uni, which has a sweeter taste. We also got the O-Toro ($12.00), and Shirayaki (fresh water eel, $8.00). The eel was soft yet crispy and perfectly cooked. I wish we had gotten the A5 Wagyu but we overlooked it and will have to come back for it next time! Once we were done with our a la carte items, we had the Owan (fish broth with red miso, nameko, and mitsuba). For dessert, we got to choose from either the Yuzu Sherbet, Black Sesame Ice Cream, or Matcha Panna Cotta. We went for the Black Sesame Ice Cream and Matcha Panna Cotta--both were excellent choices! Our hostess knew we were celebrating my belated birthday so our desserts arrived on a beautifully arranged plate with an adorable "Happy Birthday" sign from Hinata--very sweet and thoughtful! Our hostesses, Cynthia and Jasmine, were extremely attentive, informative, and engaging throughout our entire meal. The service here is impeccable and I could not have asked for a more incredible dining experience! Hinata, you are an absolute gem and I cannot wait to be back! read more

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I just moved to the Bay and wanted omakase so I found this spot on TikTok. I managed to get a very last minute reservation, so I wasn't able to be seated at the bar. I saw a lot of videos raving about this spot and how affordable it was, but I honestly didn't love it. The quality of the fish didn't seem that great and I have had better omakase elsewhere for similar price. I think I liked the cooked fish better than the sushi. My bill for 2 ended up being around $500 so it wasn't even super "affordable" for omakase like all the tiktoks said which isn't a problem, but just something I want to point out. The service was amazing though! I really liked our server, a young girl, and she was super attentive, kind, and informative. The yuzu sherbet at the end was probably my favorite part of the meal, since everything else was pretty mid to me. The ambiance/restaurant was also very beautiful and peaceful. Sadly, I would not come back. read more

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Omakase at Hinata, San Francisco. My sweet daughter treated me for a very memorable evening. First time trying this Omakase style japanese dining. Limited guests only so reservation is a must. You are seated for 2 hrs, in an ambiance that's truly enjoyable and classically japanese. You get to watch your artistic chef w their great skills as they prepare your menu with only the finest and freshest seafood and ingredients, great attention to details and the element of surprise. Awesomeness and uniquely special is all I can say. Surprisingly this place is only open on dinner and no lunch. This is an experience that one should try and be ready to spend at least $125 pp including your tax, tip and drink. It is so worth it... promise. read more

Had their omakase 2 years ago and it was pretty good for my first omakase experience but now that I've tried more omakase I feel like Hinata is pretty good for a beginners experience in the Bay Area. Definitely need to sit by the bar and watch the chefs make each piece to get a good vibe. read more

I would give this place 100 stars if I could! We had such a wonderful dinner! We experienced the OMAKASE and it's worth every penny! My favorites were the fatty tuna, the mackerel and the uni! But seriously, all of it was outstanding! read more

Hinata - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

Yes, yes, yes! Place is freakin amazing the service is excellent and the food was amazing. Overall experience makes me want to come back already. They really do treat you like kings and queens. read more

The omakase was everything & more. Our chef's passion & experience radiated from every course. I can't wait to come back in the fall! read more

Hinata - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

The best price to quality omakase in SF!! Loved everything here - fabulous service, the chef was super knowledgeable and patient, and the ambiance was very peaceful. This is definitely a hidden gem in SF!! Cannot wait to go back!! read more

Hinata was my first omakase experience and I was anxious for the few days before it. I have always considered myself a sushi lover but compared to AYCE places this was going to be a completely different experience. The door to the restaurant is darkened and pretty easy to mistakenly walk by (I did twice before realizing it). I arrived 15 minutes prior to the reservation and when I opened the door I was immediately greeted by a kind waitress who brought us to our table. We were then shown the menu for that day and just from the text, I knew it was going to be unique. The appetizers were pretty calm but that didn't stop them from being delicious! Who knew shrimp could taste like that? After the appetizers, the flavors of the dishes definitely ramped up. The negi toro and the A5 wagyu were amazing!! The waitresses we're extremely attentive and kind throughout. For each course, they would recommend the best way to eat and and ask if the wasabi level was good which I really appreciated. We ended up getting the omakase + supplement and it was the best sushi experience I have ever had from the food to the ambience to the service. Everything was great and the experience is definitely 5/5! I would definitely recommend Hinata for any special occasion or just a delicious sushi meal! read more

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Believe. The. Hype. My wife suggested this place for her birthday dinner, noting that it's a super premium omakase experience where the owners decided to try to keep the prices in the "almost affordable range." And she was right - we had a great meal while incurring substantially less damage than at Wako or Roka Akor. Something to note for those who aren't sure premium omakase is for you: such places usually don't want you to sauce your own nigiri. As a philistine-American, this scares me: I love me some extra soy sauce especially on the fatty tuna. Well, to my delight, they sauced everything "even enough for me," and I did not need to utter the embarrassing phrase "can we have some soy sauce?" They used a variety of sauces, including sufficient ponzu and yuzu. And they also carefully deployed just the right amount of searing on several items to make the flavor "pop" without extra sauce. They know what they're doing. Another thing: it's really an insta-friendly hits parade. They have the usual suspects - kobe beef, chu-toro, o-toro - but also some of the lesser known winners, like perfectly sauced sanma, that make the experience super special. And photogenic. The location is a bit unusual for a high end restaurant, smack dab in the middle of a commercial neighborhood that empties out after 6pm. But their dimly lit, minimal decor sets a nice mood, even if the high color temperature lighting felt off at first. Service was impeccable as you would expect in a place like this. I definitely want to go back. read more

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Came here for me and the boo's anniversary dinner and wow, no regrets. This was the first time we've ever had an omakase experience like this - I highly recommended sitting at the bar for an interactive experience. We were lucky enough to get taken care of by Chef Master. He was beyond talented and super funny. If you get a chance to request for a chef definitely sit with Master! Quality conversation and laughs will enhance your experience even more. We started with four appetizers which were all unique. The ones that stood out to me the most were the edamame tofu - super smokey and had a silky texture AND the trout with shiso chimichurri - this was my absolute favorite. If given the opportunity, I could eat like 20+ of these babies. All of the nigiris were exceptional: perfect temp and perfect rice to fish ratio. My personal favorites were probably the kanpachi (amberjack) but we didn't stop there, we had to add some a la carte! We added the miso butter crab, kaisui uni, and a5 wagyu with the shaved ankimo... all were DELICIOUS. Probably the mast reasonably priced omakase experience in the city! One more shout out to Chef Master for giving us the ultimate anniversary experience! 10/10 would recommend - can't wait for a next visit already. Price point: $$$ read more

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Omakase for under $80? What??? This is a rare find in the city and definitely should be taken advantage of if you're craving good sushi at a decent cost. If you can, choose the sushi counter because you will get personalized experience from the chefs. Great explanations of every single nigiri as far as where the fish came from, accompaniments, and to answer any questions you might have. So for the omakase menu, you get 4 appetizers, 12 nigiri, fish soup, and your choice of dessert. Every piece had a unique touch and was super fresh. Sushi rice was seasoned well. Flavors were spot on. Does it compete with other places in the city like omakase, ju-ni, and wako? For the price, absolutely. Service was also amazing. Super attentive. Restaurant was super clean. 5 stars. read more

I got an omakase for the night and it was probably the best sushi Ive ever had. The quality is amazing, tasted very fresh, and i like it when my sushi has less rice and is the perfect bite size. We received great service and explanation of each dish. It was a great experience but quite pricey so I wouldnt come back unless if theres a special occasion. read more

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Sit down and to-go Both great experiences Fresh fish selection Due to pandemic Ordered the chirashi bowl Every other month read more

Hinata - Chirashi deluxe - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

What an incredbile restaruarant! Every single thing we ate was well thought out, carefully prepared, and delcious. The appetiziers (I'll dream about the eel rolled egg and the sikly seaweed for a long time!), the sashimi, the cooked fish, and the nigiri was all phenomenal. Sometimes in omakase you have marked highs and lows. In this menu, it was all highs and they kept getting better. The resturant is an oasis from Van Ness; truly cool once you walk in. My wife and I were amazed at the seating area where you wait for your table -- it was super relaxing and cozy -- a rarity in SF! And the service was on point. Our glasses (which we got to pick out for sake -- so fun and beautiful glassware!) were never empty. The service was friendly and attentive both from the sushi chef AND from the wait staff. All in, I can't wait to go back. read more

My first time and was recommend from friends.. it's a MUST GOOOO! The menu changes .. different experience every visit!! Mind blowing tasty great sushi and meat n dessert I was licking my finger after every bite.. ..!! I try to take Pics of every item. But I was busy stuffing my mouth...LOL..but I will go again n again...call in n reserve sushi bar seating.. so great watching them each item together.. Friends best way to get there is Uber.. eat n drink all u can n be MERRy!! Can I go next week ?? Yelper friends let's GOOoO.. read more

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My first high end Omakase experience and wow..... After every sushi I was left with a "omg......" and was almost speechless. Book early if you want a bar seat so you can interact with the chefs (booked super last minute so was not able to sit up there). & Don't expect to get full.. because quality over quantity. For $78 pp you get the melt in your mouth, tasty and unique selection of fish. It came with 4 appetizers, 12 nigiri, a soup, and one dessert. To those of you who love subtle, sweet and smooth sake, I highly recommend the black dragon. It pairs amazing with the omakase without the overpowering alcohol taste. My favorite was the baby firefly squid (only served twice a year). This squid melts in your mouth and didn't have that strong ocean salt taste.. My second favorite was the Spanish mackerel smoked with cherry wood. The smoke and cherry wood gave this fish such a flavorful and unique taste. After the nigiri is all served, you get a chance to order more sushi. I highly recommend ordering the A5 BMS scale 12 wagyu. (Costs extra & the highest scaled wagyu) For dessert, black sesame ice cream and matcha panna cotta flavors is comparable to the one in Japan. This definitely brings me back memories of Japan and the flavors are hard to find here..... YUM..... still drooling read more

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I heard amazing things about this place, which is why I was extremely excited to try their omakase. Unfortunately, for the price that we paid (approximately $200 per person for omakase plus exclusive supplement), it wasn't worth it. I rather go back to Ju-ni for their selections. The food here was good, just nothing crazy special. We also waited a good 15 minutes in between each serving. I felt like it hadn't been planned out well, and we were sitting there ravenous while getting teased little by little. Overall, I really enjoyed three pieces from this restaurant, and they were all from the exclusive supplement only (uni, toro, tamago... and ultimately the matcha panna cotta). I probably wouldn't come back again, but extremely kind, friendly servers here! read more

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TL;DR perfect for sushi lovers to celebrate a special occasion! Hinata serves sushi omakase style, which means the entire menu is chosen by the chef. If you're a sushi lover, this is perfect for you. You get to try about 10-15 different items + dessert. If you're feeling hungry or just want some more good sushi, they have an a la carte menu at the end. Each and every single piece of sushi was delicious and made right in front of us by Chef Gavin. All the waiters were so nice and attentive. I loved the experience and food at Hinata, and will come back again for special occasions! read more

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My girlfriend decided to treat me to this Omakase that I've been longing for. Hinata sushi has to be one of my new favorite Omakase restaurants! The flavors pair so well together, no piece of sushi tastes the same here unlike for some of the big price tag omakases! There's nothing but love put into every course that's being served to you. This is a must try! read more

Excellent food. Lackluster service, particularly from the price point. Most importantly, we enjoyed a great omakase meal. The flavor of each piece was amazing. We particularly enjoyed the umimasu. As others have stated, there is a lot of focus on preparation and dressing. One memorable piece was the hotate with zest and wasabi. Whether you enjoy that or not is a matter of taste. Sushi purists might be disappointed that the focus is not exclusively on the fish and rice. The presence of caviar (and a caviar add-on) did make me a little suspicious, although I enjoyed the dishes after all. The menu also changes frequently, so fish selection and quality likely vary. Because it is an omakase menu, you won't get a belly-buster quantity. There are additions available, which is nice. But, I wouldn't try to buy enough to feel totally full. The service unfortunately is rather out of sorts. The restaurant layout is part of the problem. The combination of table and bar seating complicates the service situation. Traditionally, a sushi restaurant with bar service has guests make requests to the chef directly, or else handle most matters themselves. In Hinata, service staff try to attend to both table and bar guests. The bar has one or two too many seats, which means guests are squeezed together and cannot get in and out of seats comfortably, and staff must talk on or reach over guests' shoulders. The staff are overly attentive, constantly reaching to refill glasses, ask questions, move plates... Really, they should remove one or two seats from the bar and back off on glass refills. It's just not pleasant to constantly have someone reaching over your shoulder. On a related note, we felt ignored by the chef, who was talking at length with the couple next to us, while they were both on their phones most of the time. He explained the dishes in greater detail to them, tried to talk to them about his own touches and preferences, and even tried to tell the story of how he made it to San Francisco making sushi. All the while we were trying to listen over music, as he spoke directly to the couple on their phones. Again, reducing the number of seats at the bar would make it easier for the chefs to chat with all of their customers, if they wish. All told, it was a delicious culinary experience, but with some rather significant service issues. Fun fact: they also keep a Japanese-language sign in the window that is always turned to open (営業中), when the opposite side would read closed (準備中), if they would turn it around. So, perhaps no one at the restaurant reads Japanese... read more

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Saw all the positive Omakase reviews and without hesitation made this my first stop right from the airport for dinner Sunday night. Atmosphere is relaxed with the focus rightfully on the sushi chefs while they were making wonderful pieces of edible art for us like a band of graceful magicians. I had the pleasure of being served by "Master", the masterful. It's not a nickname for those who are curious! I decided to go the extra mile with the regular Omakase + the $35 additional supplement option. The preparation for all the dishes in general is best described as clean and traditional with an emphasis on quality. There is no such thing as using soy sauce in this place and you are also encouraged to eat everything by hand. The mix of fish we enjoyed for the night were interesting as well. Some I can recall were the cherry blossom trout, firefly squid, amberjack and skipjack sushi. Overall, an awesome way to start my work week in CA with this guilty pleasure. read more

Hinata - Omakase (1 of 2) plus $35 supplement. April 22, 2018 - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Realllly enjoyed celebrating our one year anniversary here! Food was fantastic and great customer service! Only thing I would've changed was the fact it was pretty loud when we dined due to a group of 17 people celebrating a party. But hey I totally understand it so I don't mind it at all! We got omakase with supplement order and each ordered the two different types of tea (sen Cha and Kuki Cha) personally I liked the kuki Cha better, it was very light but tasteful, wasn't as strong as sen Cha in my opinion. To be honest, I don't remember the Nigiris however! I do remember that my favorite one was the cherry blossom trout superrrrr yummy and melts in your mouth! The whole experience came with 4 small appetizers, 12 pieces of nigiri, fish soup and choice of dessert and additional 5 nigiri from supplement additions. I was stuffed after this experience. I posted some pictures of the nigiri and what their names were back when we went (2 weeks ago). I wish I had posted sooner so I can go into more details about the nigiri! Customer service was fantastic! They did a great job explaining the different nigiris and were engaging throughout our meal. Kept refilling our teapots (a huge plus - I realllly liked the tea so I drank a lot of it). Also, they were very attentive throughout the night. I definitely would recommend this spot for any celebration! read more

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I've heard lots of good things about Hinata from the chefs at The Shota, so finally made my way over here tonight. The regular 18 course omakase menu is $90 / person, with 2 supplement options (~$40 and ~$60) and the a la carte menu, and we got the omakase with the 6 course supplement option. The first part of the omakase was the four appetizers, and I absolutely love the presentation of these dishes. The second part is the 12 pieces of nigiri. All the fish were incredibly fatty and fresh, which really let you taste the rich texture. Some of them even have a hint of yuzu that balance perfectly with the strong taste of fish as well. As usual, I really enjoy the O-toro remix (wagyu with uni and caviar) as well! The service is great, as the staff was very attentive. However, we had to leave right away as the second round of dinner started at 8:30 (we started at 6 pm) and they needed the table. I feel like the time arrangement could have been a bit better, especially if customers plan to order any supplements, which could well extend the dinner to 3 hours. Overall the food was amazing and would definitely recommend for a date night, or catching up with friends! read more

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I started writing this review in 2019 by giving it 5 stars and didn't get to writing the actual review. What is clear from my memory is that I had an amazing experience and that I've been meaning to go back ever since. It was one of my best experiences eating sushi in SF. Everything was fresh and delicious. I highly recommend Hinata. read more

We had a great experience here for a recent anniversary dinner. Price is very reasonable for an omakase, and we were seated at the sushi bar and so had a great view of all the preparation. Service was quick and simple, and we were treated to a nice card from the staff and also a glass of sparkling wine if I recall correctly. Bookable via OpenTable or one of the similar platforms and tends to have availability even day before/day of. read more

A fellow Yelper recommended this place as a great choice for an Omakase dinner. We were not disappointed. Reservations, seating, menu explanation - all seamless. Our group of 6 sat at the bar, so we got some nice narrative from the chef. To me, food always taste better when you get to enjoy a little knowledge infused into it. The interior space was simplistic and relaxing. I couldn't locate the waving Maneki-neko and Daruma doll so I knew this was going to be an extraordinary kinda place. Bar seating for 12 and another 12 in tables. Two seatings (6pm & 8:30pm) per night Tuesday through Sunday. The majority of the seafood comes from Tokyo's Tsukiji fish market. The rice is short grain from Sacramento Valley. The variety & uniqueness of fish from Tsukiji really made the meal stand out. Not exactly omakase in the true sense, because you're given an evening's menu as you're seated, so if you want to be surprised by what's being served, simply flip it around. The seafood was very fresh (except for things fermented obviously) and intricately woven with rice, delectable garnishes & shoyu. With the pieces placed in front of you, take a moment to feast with the eyes, pick it up and pop it into your mouth to enjoy. If the 18 pieces of yumminess don't satisfy your belly, there's the Supplement menu and/or À la carte menu to help fill in the gaps. Also, highly recommend the Kokuryu Kuzuryu Junmai "Nine-Headed Dragon" & Tedorigawa Kinka "Gold Blossom" sakes. Service from the wait staff was excellent. Tired of the same 'ol salmon, tuna, ebi & tamago omakase being served at so many sushi restaurants these days? Hinata sushi offers something uniquely different from the rest without breaking the bank. read more

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