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The aesthetic of this place is very nice. Great for date night or gno. Our server was so kind, efficient, and knowledgeable. We went for Restaurant Week and got the hamachi starter, surf and turf dinner and a dessert for $70. It was all delicious! Will be back.
Pretty good sushi spot! The scallop roll we ordered was not good though, everything else was pretty solid though. I really enjoyed the poke tower, hamachi appetizer, crispy rice appetizer, salmon avocado, negitoro, tekka mango. Fish was quality was really fresh and good. Pricey spot but what spot isn't in SF nowadays. The price justifies the I'd go back though and maybe try the preset menu, my friend got it and it looked like a great deal. The service was kinda meh, they took really long to take our orders and seemed to neglect us a bit. I liked the upscale and loungey vibe of the spot. I'd probably come back!
Amazing vibes and ambiance with delicious sushi and even tastier drinks! if you're ever in San Francisco in downtown Fidi or Embarcadero try Ozumo you won't be disappointed.
Ozumo is a great spot for a business happy hour or dinner. They have the bar up front and more restaurant-style seating in the back of the restaurant. Conveniently located in the embarcadero. Appetizers and sushi rolls were all fresh. We had the following: - chicken kaarage - garlic edamame - agedashi tofu - miso cod - hamachi appetizer - eggplant Restaurant is nice and modern and service was really nice.
The chirashi bowl was delicious, it is nicely made with fresh sashimi, shrimp and lumps of crab. It is just enough for a quick meal. They have a lot of food choices. The service was excellent. The place is beautiful and the bar is very clean and open. I recommend visiting this place if you want a relaxing experience.
I rarely leave negative reviews, but the sheer lack of effort put into this meal compelled me to warn others. Calling what we were served "soup" is an insult to the concept of cooking. It was essentially warm, unseasoned water with a single, sad piece of seaweed floating in it. My dining partner and I had to use the table's soy sauce just to give the broth a basic level of seasoning and edibility. To make matters worse, two orders of ribeye shabu came with 8 pieces of meat. For what they are charging, the value is honestly shocking. I could easily recreate this exact "culinary experience" at home using random leftover meat, vegetable scraps, and a pot of plain boiling water. I have had bad food before, but bad food usually implies that a chef at least tried to cook and made a mistake. This meal lacked any semblance of effort or care. It is, without a doubt, the most profoundly disappointing dining experience I can recall. Save your money, stay home, and boil some water--you will accidentally make something better.
We were here with a large group of 20 people and we had an enjoyable evening, but a couple of the dishes didn't live up to expectations however. The niku maki (wagyu with spinach) wasn't a favourite - I found the spinach to be overpowering. The black cod dish, which was sold to us as 'what they are known for' wasn't great. We ordered two of them and the dishes looked very different to each other, one of the cods was much more charred than the other. The sauce for both looked different too, which was interesting. But we did love the dohyo (spicy tuna tartare), the glazed edamame had an amazing smell to it and tasted just as good. The fried chicken was also a winner. The service was excellent for such a big group at a busy time and we didn't spend any time waiting around. We would come back, but would probably try some of the other dishes.
Went here on Tuesday for the first time and it was very good. It was pretty busy for a Tuesday night. Our reservation was at 7 and almost all the tables and seats at the bar were taken. We stayed there for almost 2 hours and after 8 it started to clear out. When I say it was busy I had to raise my voice just to talk to the person right next to me. We got a table in the very back where you could see the Bay Bridge and the piers. We ordered multiple things off the menu. Our favorites were the unagi (eel) sashimi, the wagyu roll and the tuna cones. Least favorites were the Buritori Nigiri (yellowtail belly) and the crispy rice. I ordered the crispy rice because I seen other people on here ordered it but to me it was just hard rice with warm tuna tartare Overall it was a good meal and good atmosphere but most of the items on here you can get at any sushi restaurant for half the price and it's just as good. It was $14 for 2 pieces of sushi when you can get a whole roll for $16. I love sushi but there's a point where it can only be so good. I think the bill came out to be about $190 for 2 people. We were full by the end of the meal but we had to keep ordering more to get there. I would probably come back for happy hour if I'm in the area and craving sushi
Came here with my friend for lunch on a Monday and got seated right away. We each ordered the ume nigiri assortment and a scallop roll to share. The nigiri were all good but the scallop roll was the star of the show. Scallop and avocado were both buttery and melt in your mouth. Service took a while since they forgot we ordered the scallop roll after serving us the nigiri. Prices are what you would expect. If you are in the area and craving Japanese sushi, this is a good spot. A lot of business folks come here to eat since it's quiet and a nice restaurant located by the water.
Lobster roll is delicious, and the scallops are divine. The hotate rolls were very on point. The vibe is lovely and the service was unmatched. This place has been here for over 20 years and it does not disappoint. We got a seat right away but the place was packed so we got lucky. I would make reservations if you can.
we tried the sushi tasting and it was okay, but I'm not a huge fish fan so maybe I should've not ordered that. Some were better than the other but the hand roll was very good so I would order that by itself again! we also had cocktails and they were so good! overall I think it was good and the restaurant was pretty but I don't think I would go again.
Ryan served us at the bar and he was fabulous he came through with the recommendations. Let me tell you about the Kani korokke which was a star it was this little perfectly fried breaded ball filled with crab meat and a few kernels of corn. Then the hand rolls both the ebi tempura and the spicy toro were amazing the dumplings huh I could do without. Get the spicy Tokyo Vice we were stuffed m. Ryan was so on it and assisted with recommendations and made sure to check on us frequently. That all day happy hour on Fridays is something to definitely check into.
Came to ozumo for lunch on a Monday with coworkers. Was not crowded and we were seated instantly. Service was very attentive. We got a few rolls to share as well as a bunch of nigiri. I thought the nigiri was very good, fish was very fresh. Sushi rolls were good too, nothing crazy. My favorites were the salmon trio (nigiri) and the ozumo roll. In my opinion the rolls were a bit too expensive for the quality, but still very good. Would eat here again!
26 days ago
Went here for a friend's birthday and had such a great experience! The service was impeccable from start to finish. We had a private table inside, and the space is huge, spacious, and has a really nice interior. Our servers were so friendly, attentive, and accommodating. We brought an outside birthday cake, and they were totally fine with it and even brought it out for us with a candle! Such a nice touch! The sushi was all super fresh, and there were SO many options. As a vegetarian, what really stood out to me was how many options they had. I've never been to a sushi restaurant where I felt like I was getting the same experience as my fish-eating friends rather than just having a couple of veggie rolls to choose from. For apps we ordered the mushrooms, agedashi tofu, and shishito peppers, and the mushrooms were definitely a standout. The vegan rolls were also delicious , especially the mushroom roll and mango roll. Overall, such a fun spot for a group or celebration, and I'll definitely be back! The only downside is that it's on the pricier side, but honestly, I think it's worth it for the food, atmosphere, and service. read more
5/5 Food 4.5/5 Service & Hospitality 5/5 Ambiance we ate outside in an unusually warm lunch. 4/5 Value A friend recommended this spot for a girlfriend check in lunch. It was amazing and I definitely give Ozumo a big . Everything was perfect, the code flakey, sweet and cooked to perfection. It's a great value at $32. I'll definitely return and try more items on the menu. read more
5 days ago
15 days ago
The aesthetic of this place is very nice. Great for date night or gno. Our server was so kind, efficient, and knowledgeable. We went for Restaurant Week and got the hamachi starter, surf and turf dinner and a dessert for $70. It was all delicious! Will be back. read more
11 months ago
Pretty good sushi spot! The scallop roll we ordered was not good though, everything else was pretty solid though. I really enjoyed the poke tower, hamachi appetizer, crispy rice appetizer, salmon avocado, negitoro, tekka mango. Fish was quality was really fresh and good. Pricey spot but what spot isn't in SF nowadays. The price justifies the I'd go back though and maybe try the preset menu, my friend got it and it looked like a great deal. The service was kinda meh, they took really long to take our orders and seemed to neglect us a bit. I liked the upscale and loungey vibe of the spot. I'd probably come back! read more
Ozumo is a great spot for a business happy hour or dinner. They have the bar up front and more restaurant-style seating in the back of the restaurant. Conveniently located in the embarcadero. Appetizers and sushi rolls were all fresh. We had the following: - chicken kaarage - garlic edamame - agedashi tofu - miso cod - hamachi appetizer - eggplant Restaurant is nice and modern and service was really nice. read more
The chirashi bowl was delicious, it is nicely made with fresh sashimi, shrimp and lumps of crab. It is just enough for a quick meal. They have a lot of food choices. The service was excellent. The place is beautiful and the bar is very clean and open. I recommend visiting this place if you want a relaxing experience. read more
3 months ago
I rarely leave negative reviews, but the sheer lack of effort put into this meal compelled me to warn others. Calling what we were served "soup" is an insult to the concept of cooking. It was essentially warm, unseasoned water with a single, sad piece of seaweed floating in it. My dining partner and I had to use the table's soy sauce just to give the broth a basic level of seasoning and edibility. To make matters worse, two orders of ribeye shabu came with 8 pieces of meat. For what they are charging, the value is honestly shocking. I could easily recreate this exact "culinary experience" at home using random leftover meat, vegetable scraps, and a pot of plain boiling water. I have had bad food before, but bad food usually implies that a chef at least tried to cook and made a mistake. This meal lacked any semblance of effort or care. It is, without a doubt, the most profoundly disappointing dining experience I can recall. Save your money, stay home, and boil some water--you will accidentally make something better. read more
We were here with a large group of 20 people and we had an enjoyable evening, but a couple of the dishes didn't live up to expectations however. The niku maki (wagyu with spinach) wasn't a favourite - I found the spinach to be overpowering. The black cod dish, which was sold to us as 'what they are known for' wasn't great. We ordered two of them and the dishes looked very different to each other, one of the cods was much more charred than the other. The sauce for both looked different too, which was interesting. But we did love the dohyo (spicy tuna tartare), the glazed edamame had an amazing smell to it and tasted just as good. The fried chicken was also a winner. The service was excellent for such a big group at a busy time and we didn't spend any time waiting around. We would come back, but would probably try some of the other dishes. read more
Went here on Tuesday for the first time and it was very good. It was pretty busy for a Tuesday night. Our reservation was at 7 and almost all the tables and seats at the bar were taken. We stayed there for almost 2 hours and after 8 it started to clear out. When I say it was busy I had to raise my voice just to talk to the person right next to me. We got a table in the very back where you could see the Bay Bridge and the piers. We ordered multiple things off the menu. Our favorites were the unagi (eel) sashimi, the wagyu roll and the tuna cones. Least favorites were the Buritori Nigiri (yellowtail belly) and the crispy rice. I ordered the crispy rice because I seen other people on here ordered it but to me it was just hard rice with warm tuna tartare Overall it was a good meal and good atmosphere but most of the items on here you can get at any sushi restaurant for half the price and it's just as good. It was $14 for 2 pieces of sushi when you can get a whole roll for $16. I love sushi but there's a point where it can only be so good. I think the bill came out to be about $190 for 2 people. We were full by the end of the meal but we had to keep ordering more to get there. I would probably come back for happy hour if I'm in the area and craving sushi read more
Came here with my friend for lunch on a Monday and got seated right away. We each ordered the ume nigiri assortment and a scallop roll to share. The nigiri were all good but the scallop roll was the star of the show. Scallop and avocado were both buttery and melt in your mouth. Service took a while since they forgot we ordered the scallop roll after serving us the nigiri. Prices are what you would expect. If you are in the area and craving Japanese sushi, this is a good spot. A lot of business folks come here to eat since it's quiet and a nice restaurant located by the water. read more
Lobster roll is delicious, and the scallops are divine. The hotate rolls were very on point. The vibe is lovely and the service was unmatched. This place has been here for over 20 years and it does not disappoint. We got a seat right away but the place was packed so we got lucky. I would make reservations if you can. read more
we tried the sushi tasting and it was okay, but I'm not a huge fish fan so maybe I should've not ordered that. Some were better than the other but the hand roll was very good so I would order that by itself again! we also had cocktails and they were so good! overall I think it was good and the restaurant was pretty but I don't think I would go again. read more
Ryan served us at the bar and he was fabulous he came through with the recommendations. Let me tell you about the Kani korokke which was a star it was this little perfectly fried breaded ball filled with crab meat and a few kernels of corn. Then the hand rolls both the ebi tempura and the spicy toro were amazing the dumplings huh I could do without. Get the spicy Tokyo Vice we were stuffed m. Ryan was so on it and assisted with recommendations and made sure to check on us frequently. That all day happy hour on Fridays is something to definitely check into. read more
11 months ago
Came to ozumo for lunch on a Monday with coworkers. Was not crowded and we were seated instantly. Service was very attentive. We got a few rolls to share as well as a bunch of nigiri. I thought the nigiri was very good, fish was very fresh. Sushi rolls were good too, nothing crazy. My favorites were the salmon trio (nigiri) and the ozumo roll. In my opinion the rolls were a bit too expensive for the quality, but still very good. Would eat here again! read more
4 months ago
The food at Ozumo was absolutely delicious. It's a shame the Santana Row location near us went downhill, otherwise we'd still be dining there often. This time, we stopped in before a Giants game and enjoyed a sake tasting flight along with a dozen other dishes--everything was fantastic. The vibe was chill and, being a Wednesday night, the restaurant was pretty quiet. Our server was sweet and the runners were all on point. Thank you for a fabulous meal--definitely a million times better than ballpark food. We'll need to come back more often! read more
1 year ago
We had a reservation around lunch time. The atmosphere was pretty decent. We went during the SF restaurant week and had their restaurant week menu with a side of edamame, a bowl of miso soup, and a set of nigiri. The food, however, was not worth it in my opinion. The nigiri pieces were pretty dry. The fish did not taste fresh. None of the nigiri pieces stood out to me. I'm not sure if the quality is worth the money we spent. The edamame and the soup were decent. I wanted to like this place because there's a lot of good ratings! But I think the day I went was not it unfortunately. read more
30 days ago
8 months ago
I went there on Saturday night for my friend's birthday dinner party. The restaurant is big and busy. I love the cool interior designs incorporate with Japan elements. We ordered few appetizers, sushi rolls and sakes. Appetizers were delicious and I love the sauce that came with it. I also had Ozumo sushi rolls and it's in good size and delicious. However, the service was not consistent and also confusing. Some of the people in our group received either wrong food or no food. Some got food very early and some had no food. There were also other issues with sake selection. Another issue is restaurant being so big and busy, they only have couple restroom available. We had to wait in line for the restroom. Overall I think the restaurant has cool vibe. Food was good but it would be a much better dining experience if they can improve their service and have more restroom available for women. I have to gave compliments to the female restaurant manager who came to us and try to make things better for us. read more
1 year ago
Cool spot occupying two streets one with a bay and bridge view. This place is huge and can easily accommodate large parties. We came for dinner but took advantage of Happy Hour instead. HH pricing is great with lots of appetizers about half off and plenty of discounted drinks as well. If you want some quality Japanese food and great service give Ozumo a try. read more
Food - The dishes were were larger than I expected, line the salad and fried chicken. Which made it great for sharing. Sushi options we ordered were tasty! The black cod was a bit salty for my taste but good still. I didn't need the sauce at all or it would make it a bit too salty for me. Service - Very attentive and fast. - Very kind waitress. - Great service. Ambiance - Great space for bar top drinks and can eat there as well. - Big restaurant space. - A bit darker in the bar area for dinner. read more
1 year ago
Definitely lower than my expectations.. I was disappointed by 2 out of 3 of my rolls. The third time with shrimp Ozumo was very good. The fish tasted fishy. Definitely a bummer - read more
7 months ago
Absolutely incredible! Food was amazing and it didn't feel like I needed to refinance my mortgage to pay the bill! The Gindara (Black Cod) was amazing ! read more
Came here on a weekday evening, and the bar was full, but the booths were almost all empty. Came during happy hour, which ends at 6 PM. Fresh fish, and good fish to rice ratio. This place has a dark and modern industrial vibe to it. Loved it for date night, will def be back! Btw, entrance is on Steuart St despite the signs on The Embaradero. It took me a few others going ack and forth to realize we were on the wrong side! read more
3 months ago
Amazing!! We just popped in tonight and sat in the lounge area. Our server was super helpful with great suggestions and descriptions of menu items. Everyone loved their rolls, I especially loved the midori roll! We all also enjoyed the soy garlic addition to the edamame. Definitely recommend! read more
I stopped by Ozumo during happy hour and was really impressed with their small bites! The Kyushu chicken karaage was delicious, with a crispy exterior and tender meat inside, plus the portion size was just right. I tried the crispy rice with salmon and it was a delight! The balance of flavors was perfect, and the fish melted in my mouth. The crispy and fatty contrast kept things exciting, We tried a few of the happy hour rolls, and while most didn't particularly stand out, the Ebi Tempura Roll was definitely the highlight for me. The Dohyo spicy tuna tartare was not on the happy hour menu but was amazing and in my opinion a must order. Although the portion size was tiny (seemed like it did come from the HH menu) It was fresh and flavorful which made it all worthwhile. I would suggest a different chip for dipping though... the taro chips it came with were a bit of a letdown, as they were thin and kept breaking. We also tried some Japanese whiskey, but it wasn't served in the proper cups, and they didn't have the right kind of ice, which took away from the experience a bit. Despite that, the overall ambiance was a highlight for me--dim lighting created a cozy and relaxed vibe, perfect for unwinding after a long day. There are plenty of options for both sushi lovers and those who prefer other Japanese dishes. I'd definitely come back to try more of the menu and enjoy that relaxed vibe again! read more
2 years ago
Came here to celebrate a birthday with a party of 9 and it was easy to make a reservation the week of. The restaurant itself is dimly lit with a sexy vibe, really nice atmosphere and beautiful space for a celebration. I ordered the kushiyaki mori skewers to start, which included a beef, pork belly, and chicken skewer. I appreciated the smoky flavor from the grill, though I think they were all slightly overcooked. The tare and raw egg yolk was a good sauce to dip into to give the meat a bit more juiciness. The pork belly was my favorite out of the 3. My bf and I shared the rainbow roll and the hotate-san roll. The rolls are very small both on the fillings and toppings, which is crazy for the $25 price tag on them. The rainbow roll was okay, the snow crab on the inside was probably the best part. None of the fish on top were that impressive. The hotate-san roll was better, the scallop on top was fresh and sweet. Having just come back from Japan, the prices were shocking to me and the fish quality was not up to par with the price at all. Service was okay, though I thought it was strange that they didn't include any comped dessert for the birthday girl. There is definitely better sushi in the city with better value, save your money. read more
9 months ago
First time eating here. I hate the idea of dining in the city! The city is infested with homeless people roaming around like zombies and criminals in face masks looking for the opportunity to prey on their victims!! Who wants to watch their backs constantly while walking to and from their cars since there is no parking in this area? If you can put all the city BS aside and make it to this restaurant then it's worth a trip. Thankfully it was a rainy night so not many lurkers on the street. Had to park several blocks away since no parking in the area. Once we got inside, the ambience is very nice. We were 45 mins early for our reservation. We were going to kick back in the bar since there was seating. They actually sat us early. This restaurant is huge. There's a large back area for corporate parties and a large bar in the back. We ordered our food and everything came out in 10-15 mins!! Never have I have had sushi come out so quickly. Dinner was delicious! To my surprise, I thought the plates/dishes were going to be small like many high end restaurants. It was not. Decent size portions. Drinks were good but pricey. Didn't seem that strong so limited myself to two. And for the bill.....it was high but it actually came out less than what I expected. All in all, I would come back again. We had a good experience! read more
2 years ago
11 months ago
The first time I went here months ago, I tried the spicy poke ("tuna poke" if you order via Toast), and loved it. I wanted to wait for a special occasion to reorder it, since it's really expensive. Today I ordered online for pickup and was wildly disappointed upon receiving my order. When I picked up my order, I was shocked to discover that this isn't even the same dish. There was NO radish, takuan, cucumber, scallion, pickled ginger, or crushed avocado at all!!! And on top of that, there were ingredients that aren't even listed, like seaweed salad, white onions, and edamame. Generally, I am a fan of their food (happy hour is great!), ambience, and customer service, but today I was really disappointed. :( Not to mention, the fish did not taste fresh. :(( I would have appreciated full transparency if the item is discontinued or ingredients were out. read more
OMG!!! What an amazing find. My husband and I were walking around and we were and little hungry but, mostly thirsty. We stopped by this place and let me tell you the food was absolutely delicious. Our server Sarah was SO AWESOME. We each got the dohyo and a large beer. Also Sarah was so great that she went above and beyond and brought our fur baby some shrimp. Which he devoured. And then the chef came out and gave him some more. This place is amazing and so pet friendly. I can't wait to come back and have Sarah as our server. read more
1 year ago
We came to Ozumo for a birthday dinner and were not disappointed. Great ambiance, variety in menu & epic appetizers! Loved the soft tofu with it's aromatic soy base sauce 10/10 The edamame had a garlic umami flavor 10/10 All the Sushi rolls we ordered were great 9/10 Ambiance and service was on point, we felt very well taken care of. The restaurant has a lot of space so reserving a table and large party hangouts are easily doable, which cannot be said about most SF restaurants. I would definitely come back for a nice dinner or even a celebration. read more
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161 Steuart St
San Francisco, CA 94105
Financial District, SoMa
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Is there a DJ and dancing?
Hello! We do not have a DJ and Dancing. Occasionally, a DJ will come in, but this is not often. We do have a great sake lounge which is great for a night out of cocktails and bites.
Are there heaters for outdoor dining?
Yes, Ozumo has heaters. However, we do tell everyone to dress warm and bring layers. We are located right by the water.
Do they still have djs on fridays?
There is live music all August Sat & Sunday 12-3pm now!
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