Disclaimer: I'm usually not the biggest fan of fusion but am willing to try because there have been…read morea few places that do end up working out but I'm sad to say that this was not one of them. We arrived shortly after opening on a Saturday and we didn't have a reservation, though literally everyone else that walked in after us had one (there were around 5 parties when we left). What we ordered: -Spicy Scallop Hokkaido Udon - 3/5 I was most excited for this dish but what kind of ruined it was the sour after taste with each bite. I really didn't like the first bite I took but it slowly grew on me the more I ate (aside from the sourness) -Matcha Fettuccini - 2/5 not much going on in this dish just a lot of green. I would have liked some chili flakes to help bring out more flavor because it was pretty muted. I didn't see any shiso but there were a lot of random sprouts that I didn't see listed. It also would have been nice to have more than 4 pieces of mushroom in the dish too. - Braised Short Ribs - 1/5 with the 1 going towards the ribbed corn. The short rib was VERY dry, there wasn't enough sauce to coat the short rib but I also didn't like the sauce. ~~Service: Good. We were seated promptly. Staff's attentive for refilling water and clearing finished dishes. ~~Best Part: Probably the food presentation. If only it tasted as good as it looked. ~~Worst Part: The flavors. I was not a fan. ~~Return: No.

Matcha fettucine - too much pesto and cream sauce. Can't taste much of anything and the sauce is…read morevery thick Scallop udon - this one was my favorite. The noodles were cooked well and the spicy sauce was nice Short ribs - not a lot of meat and it was very dry without a sear. The sauce helped but it didn't have a lot of flavor

So happy to find these low key, "hole in the wall" type of sushi place. Very humble and strictly…read morefocusing on the food they're serving instead of a show. Did the 13 pieces omakase - every piece were so good and well crafted! Serving staff are very friendly and attentive. The sushi chefs are happy to conversate with you and answer any questions you have. It's a must go! It's a small place, I'd recommend booking a reservation on Resy just to be on the safe side.

Probably 3.5 stars. 4 for service/ambiance and 3 for the food. My wife and I were looking forward…read moreto finally trying this popular neighborhood omakase restaurant and went for our anniversary dinner. The service was very friendly, welcoming and attentive, and the restaurant is cozy and inviting with about 8 bar seats and a few other tables. We made a reservation to sit at the bar, which is always the best way to have omakase and sushi! We had the oki (large) omakase and thought it was solid but not amazing. It included oysters and salad to start, followed by the sashimi and 12 piece nigiri, then tamaki handroll and dessert (or any supplements you wanted to add). We were full so didn't order any extras. The chef was a bit quiet (and the restaurant is a little loud) so had to ask him to repeat a few times. I applaud them for trying to do something more than usual, especially with the nigiri where the chef added different sauces, yuzu and salt in different amounts but I prefer the more traditional way that they serve nigiri in Japan where the clean, fresh fish itself is the star and they don't need to add much sauce to change the flavors. I do appreciate that on this night they served us kamatoro bluefin tuna, which is my absolute favorite!! The ice cream dessert with taiyaki pancake was nice finish. All in all, glad we tried it, but likely won't be back simply because it wasn't a match with our palate for sushi that reminds us of Japan (which we know is very difficult to replicate from 5,000 miles away!) and we still have so many other great omakase places in the city to try!!

My sister and I were in San Francisco for only 24 hours, so we decided to restaurant hop and try a…read morefew different spots around the city. Sushi Hon was one of our stops, and I'm so glad we came in. Everything we tried tasted really fresh and the quality was great, especially for the price. My absolute favorite was the uni sushi. It was so creamy, fresh, and delicious that I immediately regretted not ordering two or three more pieces. The pricing was also very reasonable compared to some of the other sushi spots in San Francisco, which made it an even better find. We didn't get to try a ton since we were saving room for our next stop, but everything we did have was really good. I would definitely come back next time I'm in SF, and the uni will absolutely be the first thing I order.

Fish was fresh, rice was aight…read more We made a reservation for 4 for a weekday evening and there were plenty of seatings around. We had 2 omakase sets and ordered a bunch of a la carte. Fish was fresh and good but I didn't like how the rice was seasoned or cooked. The rice was a bit hard and it tasted a mix of vinegar and soy sauce. I liked the tataki and ceviche appetizers. Overall it was ok. I just don't like the rice.

Came here on a Thursday night for dinner with a reservation, which I would recommend especially if…read morethere is an event in the nearby area. Easy walking distance to War Memorial Opera House, SF Symphony Hall, etc. if you need a spot before a show. It gets very busy and a little noisy, but there's a little outdoor seating if the inside is too loud for a conversation. We got the Chicken Karage, the Soft Shell Crab, the Spicy Hamachi Roll, and the Negi Toro Roll. The chicken was good but there were very few pieces, so I probably would not get it again. The crab was absolutely delicious and not too oily, a must-get starter! I liked the hamachi roll for the kick of the pepper in it; the roll is also huge. The star of the show was for sure the Negi Toro Roll -- the fish was so tender and melted in the mouth. We had to savor that one, and next time I would for sure get that again.

Been here a few times. Inconsistent spot. Based on previous reviews, looks like they're aware they…read morehave a mouse problem and that others have also experienced some weird menu pricing and surcharges. I may write this critique, but when I go in, I'm a stan for workers and despise an entitled attitude right of the bat, so I avoid rushing or demanding. While they were warm enough and responsive-ish, I wouldn't say it was amazing, which you would think for the interior and the price - I forget that this is a chain. The last few times i've made reservations, one for a birthday, they want to sit me at the worst table, which is the one right next to the bathroom, you're literally 4 feet away from the sinks where you wash up after doing your business!!! Destroys the ambiance they're trying to create. I also had some messages for a birthday, but I guess they didn't read the instructions, or maybe this just isn't a place to celebrate birthdays. Price is not worth it, clean, basic modern decor and tasted good, but not OMG I NEED TO COME BACK, DESTINATION RESTAURANT. High price range, unappetizing seating, neutral service and small portions will be keeping me away. Go there if you're in the area, not hungry and don't mind spending!

I had a wonderful experience at Fishmandu sushi! The sushi was incredibly fresh, beautifully…read morepresented, and full of flavor. Every roll we tried was delicious, especially this new roll we tried called "sexy me" The staff was welcoming, attentive, and made us feel comfortable throughout our visit. The restaurant itself was clean, relaxing, and had a great atmosphere that made the meal even more enjoyable. Overall, I was very impressed with both the food and the service. I would definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for excellent sushi, and I'll be coming back again soon!

Like all the best sushi restaurants this place is cozy. There's some cool art on the walls and a…read morespiral staircase that goes to a mystery location. I had a specialty roll and some nigiri which were both lovely and tasty. The service was solid and the place got crowded. The location is typical TL Geary street, gritty and active. I would definitely go back for more!

Tucked away in the west entrance of Japantown, in an inconspicuous spot behind all the bustle of…read morethe stores is this hidden gem of an omakase experience. With only 8 seats, the experience is intimate, you get front views to the chefs preparing each of the 24 courses! The fish selections were fresh, delicious and the apps were amazing too. The reviews were great so wanted to come and check this place out for myself and it did not disappoint! Chef Au was friendly and talked to us about his life in Japan, we loved the interaction. All in all 10/10 experience, 10/10 quality of all the dishes and 10/10 ambiance! Definitely worthy of the Michelin accolades it's received!

Oma San Francisco Station is an omakase restaurant inside Japan Center in San Francisco Japantown…read more They offer 3 menus: Mizuho with 24 items, Sakura with 16, and Tsubame with 12. The location is unusual, as the restaurant is open to the mall, which is a bit disruptive. I came for the 8:30pm seating, but the previous guests were still finishing, so I had to wait until 8:45pm. The staff did not seem very concerned. Bad start. You could also hear the mall cleaning crew during dinner, which was not very pleasant. I ordered the 24-item Mizuho Menu, as did all the other guests. There were 5 guests in total (the restaurant can seat up to 8 people). Here is the menu I was served at the end of May: 1. starter: ama ebi cracker with caviar, pickled lotus root with shaved bonito, crab salad 2. nigiri 4x: isaki, iwana, myabi tai, kanpachi 3. sashimi: chutoro, hotate with caviar, umi masu, sawada 4. nigiri 8x: hirame, suzuki, inada, kurodai, shima aji, kamasu, otoro, aged A5 wagyu, kinmedai 5. hot dish: miso soup with inari and shrimp head, hokkaido uni with marinated ikura, black cod, umi masu with raw yellow egg and caviar 6. dessert: matcha ice cream with strawberry Frankly, the food was excellent. The starter was not very creative, but the nigiri were great. The sashimi selection was very nice, with some fish you do not see as often in omakase menus, such as isaki, iwana, and myabi tai, a kind of tai. Sawada was delicious and is always a good inclusion. We asked for some wasabi and received a small cup of kizami wasabi, a chopped wasabi with a slightly crunchy texture, which was a nice touch. For the nigiri, all the classics of a good omakase were present: otoro, kinmedai, shima aji, uni, hotate, and wagyu. Kamasu was also included, and it is one of my favorite fish. It is also worth noting that they age both their beef and their tuna, including the otoro that was served. A few pieces were torched, maybe a few too many. Overall, the service was not memorable, although chef Ron Au was friendly and nice. The place itself felt a bit questionable, and my expectations were not very high after the beginning of the meal. But the food was truly excellent, and for that reason I think it deserves 5 stars.

Always wanted to try this place & finally did ! It was a cute little shop on a busy street, but…read moretheir service was so fast. We got the nigiri plate & chicken teriyaki. Waited 5-10 mins & food was ready. Felt so homemade like a mother's cooking & super delicious. Definitely will try their other items on the menu at the next opportunity.

Small hole in the wall shop on 2nd selling Japanese bento boxes for lunch. With a pretty small…read moremenu, options are fairly limited. Tried the Nagoya infused bento set, featuring eel, rice, and miso soup. While solid, I found the unagi sauce on the eel a bit too sweet. Additionally, the amount of eel was small in comparison for the rice provided. The options on the menu itself are a bit pricey as well. Intended to be a quick lunch spot, the price for the quantity and quality make it a tough choice for repeat visits.

Every single dish here was amazing!! I was super impressed by the quality of the fish and all the…read moredishes here. Literally 10/10. We got a variety of dishes, including the cucumber salad (so refreshing), sashimis, and rolls. The fresh wasabi was perfect and they give a super generous amount (this was probably my favorite part!) Came here for lunch on a weekday and it was super light. We were seated right away and were able to order quickly. The food took a bit long to come out, but it's probably because they were a bit short staffed. The inside was very spacious. There were limited tables and bar seats and one private room. I appreciate how they didn't cram more tables in the space though.

The presentation immediately stood out. Even as takeout, the sushi arrived in an attractive box…read morewith thoughtful packaging, a beautiful orchid garnish, lemon slices, fresh wasabi, and neatly packed ginger. It felt much more upscale than the average grab-and-go sushi. The fish looked vibrant and fresh. The salmon had great marbling, the tuna was rich, and the white fish was clean and delicate. I especially enjoyed the specialty rolls--the one wrapped in tuna with tobiko had a nice balance of texture, while the salmon roll with avocado and spicy crab filling was creamy without being overly heavy. The rice held together well and wasn't overly packed, which made each bite easy to eat. Portion-wise, I thought it offered good value. There was a nice variety of nigiri and specialty rolls, making it feel like a complete meal rather than just a few pieces of sushi. A couple of small suggestions: the takeout lid reflected light a bit, making it harder to appreciate the beautiful presentation until I opened the box, and a little more garnish separation would help preserve the clean presentation during transport. Neither took away from the quality of the food itself. Overall, this is a solid choice if you're looking for fresh, well-presented sushi in SoMa. The attention to presentation and the quality of the fish make it feel like a step above your typical neighborhood takeout spot. I'd definitely order from Kombu Omakase again.