Very good sushi spot! I have been on the hunt for a sushi spot where I can get good quality fish without spending over $100 and this place was exactly that. Fish was extremely fresh and portions were generous. My favorites were the checkerboard roll and negihama. Pokémon was really good too! There was like a cool speakeasy underground sushi vibe to the restaurant. Staff was really cool and friendly. I'm gonna come back 1000 percent!! read more

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Parking was the worst part for the experience. It took us nearly 45 minutes driving around the block to park here. We came here on a Thursday night. The nearby valet parking wanted to charge us $60 for two hours. That said, the food and service were pretty good. I would rate it pretty consistent w pricing for the quality of the sushi. It is definitely not cheap, but I think this place boasts more of the bar experience and late night experience rather than being an affordable pick. I enjoyed the experience and the atmosphere. We got a few rolls such as the rainbow roll and the sexy roll. I also got an appetizer of Hamachi Kama. My favorite item there is the Shoyu Ramen. I'm rating it 4/5 because the women's bathroom is upstairs in an extremely claustrophobic space and that I did not know there was a special menu until after we ordered due to it not being presented to us as a menu and only being written above the sushi bar on a blackboard. read more

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If it's late in SF and you need sushi, you need Ryoko's. Still legendary after all these years. Not open until 4 in the morning anymore (or 2 or 3am or whatever it used to be) but still great. Highlights! - If you can afford it, get the premium nigiri from the board. Trust me. On a recent visit these were the best items. Hamachi toro, o toro, kanpachi toro. Anything toro? Order it. - Oh and the wagyu wasn't toro but it was freakin great. And the salmon nigiri was a generous portion too. - The hirame and hot tuna roll (which had big chunks of tuna not little negi shreds) were recommended and thoroughly excellent. read more

Great spot near the Hilton hotel! Friendly staff and fast service. It's a small and cozy restaurant. I liked everything I ordered, especially the croquette and the udon. read more

Ryoko's - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

This felt just like any small restaurant in Japan. The menu was just right and the food was amazing. I had sashimi which was cut perfectly from the most delicious fish I've had since being in Japan the shrimp Nigiri came with the rest of the shrimp which was fried and delicious as an extra snack. The sake was warm and smooth, and the chicken Kara was cooked perfectly. The service was great. They were very attentive and great when suggesting certain cuts of fish when asked, I would absolutely not skip this place if you come to San Francisco. read more

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Been to Ryoko's a couple of times over the past couple of decades, with my most recent visit just last week. It's right in the heart of downtown SF, so the prices are definitely on the higher side. Thankfully, the food holds up. The sushi was fresh, the service was solid, and the atmosphere has that classic late-night sushi spot vibe. This place feels like a true Union Square staple that's here to stay. Definitely recommend trying the 49ers roll! read more

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Located in the heart of downtown San Francisco, this Japanese sushi spot offers a fun late-night vibe with rolls, sashimi, and drinks. It was pretty busy for a Thursday night, but the service remained efficient. We ordered two rolls, one appetizer, and a drink. The rolls were decent, though nothing particularly memorable. I do wish I had tried their nigiri selection to get a better sense of the fish's freshness. Prices lean on the higher side, but that's expected for SF. Their cocktails selection were excellent. We tried the Rising Sun, which had a tropical flavor with a nice spicy kick. Spicy Scallop Roll - A huge maki roll with scallop; good but fairly standard. Jumping Salmon Roll - Deep fried roll, but I felt there was more rice than salmon. Chicken Karaage - My favorite of the night. Crispy, tender, and fresh with great breading. read more

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I've read that Royko's was a hole-in-the-wall Japanese bar with great vibes and sushi. Missing izakaya vibes in Japan, I had to stop by, and I did not regret it. Because Ryoko's was just that. Small, cozy, dark, lively. Great food and drinks. The sushi was top notch. The beers were good. And I had a few other items on the menu like the Shoyu Ramen and Chicken Teriyaki. All pretty good. I loved Ryoko's. The vibe was definitely reminiscent of izakayas in Japan. Good service. Id say come here for the vibes, the drinks, and the sushi! The sushi was more on the pricey side (around $12 - 15 for 2 nigiris). However, it was so good I couldnt stop ordering for more . read more

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Craving some late night sushi I decided to YELP it of course. Up pops this gem. Actually, I am a fan of a place kitty corner that is not sushi - so it was a pleasant surprise for me. This is an interesting spot for a long running restaurant. Hell it's downtown, like any downtown has a mix of good & bad. Don't fret it's got security out front if you're worried about safety. Immediately when you go in, there is a flight of stairs that goes down into a welcoming feel of the bar/dining area., A lot of small tables close together was the only issue. Otherwise - definitely great eats. The staff was pleasant & attentive. The sushi - wow! I ordered a spicy scallop and crunchy crab. Served quick with quality seafood. read more

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Always a good vibe here! Came here for dinner and got in without a wait. They have a decent variety of rolls. We got the salmon skin and the golden gate this time, along with a tonkatsu and sake bombs. It's not the best sushi ever, but everything is always good and you can't beat the price. read more

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The best sushi that I have found in San Fransisco. Tucked into the lower level of a building, you know you're in for a treat when you walk through the door. Cozy atmosphere, quick service, and amazing food. The fish here is absolutely delicious. For the win: Otoro Nigiri...best that I've ever had. read more

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The sushi is delicious. We had the pokemon, the alcatraz, the Philadelphia roll and spicy scallops. They only serve five of each roll. The vibe is just okay. It's jam-packed and dark and more bar like than sushi restaurant, but we had a table right away, so no complaints. read more

That this spot was bustling midweek was an obvious signal that something truly special was happening downstairs. From the moment we entered the lively space we were treated to warm and attentive service. We asked for, and received, great suggestions on sake, Japanese whiskey and Nigiri. We were fortunate to have the founder's daughter patiently taking care of us. Despite the place being packed she shared stories about the restaurant and her mother and didn't shame us for being unfamiliar with much of the menu. Only later did we find out that we had stumbled in to one of SF's most iconic Japanese restaurants and we walked away feeling blessed. Ryoko's will now be a MUST stop whenever we come to SF. Unfamiliar with Japanese whiskey? Try the flight! read more

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If you're looking for late-night sushi, this is your spot. The live DJ was spinning old-school tracks that really set the vibe and made the whole place feel fun and laid-back. The sushi came out quickly and was fresh and tasty, though the service felt a little scattered at times. Still, if you're in the mood to kick back, enjoy some great bites, and soak in the atmosphere, this is a solid choice. Definitely a go-to for a late-night meal. read more

A friend recommended this place, so I decided to check it out. The staffs greeted us warmly when we walked in, and I believe they yelled welcome together in Japanese. The restaurant is located in a basement with a security guard at the entrance. We arrived around 7 PM, and it was about half full. We ordered the raw squid with wasabi, sushi dinner, ramen, and two rolls. The raw squid with wasabi was my favorite -- super fresh and the sauce had a great balance. The sushi dinner was okay, but I was hoping for a bit more variety. If you're picky about sushi, this might not be the best choice. The ramen was solid and definitely worth the price (about $14). The pork was tender and the broth was flavorful. We also had the Kentucky and Golden Gate rolls. They were tasty and fun, especially the Golden Gate roll presentation was clever!! Our total was around $160 for four people, which is very reasonable for SF. Good food, great service. Glad to be in SF and try something new. read more

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This place is an SF institution, and I love the vibes at night too when it basically turns into a nightclub haha. Of course the sushi is great too. Check out their specials to get what things got flown over from Japan! read more

Great spot on a late Friday night. Had my first sake bomb here ($13 reasonably priced) and the waitress counted us off and even recorded the fun moment for us. Parking is pretty tough to find, typical for this part of the city, but the vibe inside makes up for it. I wish the nigiri sushi dinner ($60) came with fresh wasabi and more rice for the price. It came with 11 pieces and the quality of each fish was excellent. The Pokemon and Alcatraz rolls were tasty too. Bathrooms are upstairs and the highlight was catching the tail end of the DJ playing music. Catchy tunes that really elevated the atmosphere! read more

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Solid spot for sushi! It's downstairs in a basement type area but it's sizable inside. They have a bar and it's open pretty late too. We got the miso soup, rainbow roll, crunchy crab, and spicy scallop rolls to share. My favorite was the crunchy crab and the price was super reasonable! Friendly staff. Turned out to be a perfect spot to grab a quick bite before a show at ACT theater! read more

Ryoko's definitely emulates an izakaya from Japan! Dark, cozy, and vibey it's definitely a good spot to grab some sushi with a small group. The sushi was very fresh even if it was on the slightly pricier side. Service was fast but wished they would explain the various fish when presented with the nigiri and sashimi platters like other sushi places do. Make sure you join the Yelp waitlist ahead of time since it's bumping even on a Monday night! read more

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This place was crowded on a Saturday night. It's very dim and located downstairs without much ventilation. It feels like a dive bar restaurant. Food-wise, don't expect authentic Japanese food, nonetheless I like some of their rolls. Service was pretty busy but our server tried his best. I like the dragon roll. Their house brewed beer was good. The Karaage was ok. If you are keen on trying fried sushi rolls ? Try the jumping rolls- it's fried rolls served with a sweet and sour dip. In sf, the price wasn't bad. read more

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I have been coming here for over 10 years and tonight is the first time I have encountered so many missteps that I may have to change my mind about having this place being my favorite. I understand it's Valentine's Day but it wasn't crowded so we were seated right away. We immediately knew what we were going to order. Our server gave us hard time when we asked for no eel on the chefs choice just stating "no" instead of asking the chef. He tried to upsell us with the Al la carte for additional $10. We ended up with a new server who understood what our request was and asked a chef. He was able to accommodate us. The fish was not fresh. We had to ask twice for some Sriracha. We asked another Server for a refill of water as our two servers did not come by to check in on us. Overall, not a great experience, especially when I was raving about this place and it fell short. read more

By far, my absolute favorite sushi restaurant in the world. Yes, there is better sushi out there. Yes there are fancier or nicer restaurants. No, there is no place that captures the essence, the spirit, the emotion of this place. The fish is always fresh and well prepared, their drinks are great, and there's always an interesting mix of 90s-00s club music playing. The service is always amazing, attentive, and energetic. I stumbled upon this hidden gem many years ago, and I keep coming back for good reason. read more

Came for a late night bite and drink, and loved the vibes here. We ordered some sake and a cocktail to share - all of which were pretty good. We also split some sushi, dumplings, and chicken karaage. The dumplings were amazing, but the chicken karaage was wayyy too fatty and didn't have the best flavor, and the sushi pieces were WAYYY too big, and didn't taste the freshest. I would definitely come back, but would pass on the food. read more

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Whenever we visit from LA, we always make sure to come here! Everything is super fresh and delicious. read more

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One of my favorite sushi places in the city for ambience! Unfortunately, the food has gone downhill. I ordered several rolls. The rice was not sushi rice, very loosely packed with a lot of extra rice. The rolls were falling apart. The fish was dry and not very fresh. I came with high expectations and left with a stomach ache. I'm hoping that it's not a change for good. Willing to give them another shot. read more

Delicious cocktails, live DJ, and high quality sushi. What more can I ask for? It's an unsuspecting spot, but is really cozy when you walk in. Dive bar vibes, and plenty of seating, we were sat upon walking in on a Friday night around 6:30. Not too bad. I enjoyed the Chirashi bowl since it gave me a great taste of the variety of fish they offered and I was not disappointed. Next time, I'd love to get the Tekka bowl because I was in love with the tunaz Got a few cocktails, then switched to Sapporos and sake. Cocktails were strong, and so pretty! Pass on the chicken karaage. I would return tho! read more

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Warning: I'm reviewing purely off of vibes and sake lol. Bouncer started off the experience strong by stating ladies first when he let my fiancée and me inside lol. Points for chivalry. This was really cute place for friends to meet up for a drink and some mochi! It's super cozy, intimate and vibey. It's as off a friend had a really awesome dinner party at their house! There was a dj playing on Saturday which just added to the ambiance. Service was really nice and attentive. The sushi looked appetizing when I saw others order and I want to come back for meal! read more

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I personally really like this spot! Came here on a weeknight around 7 and it wasn't too crowded! Had a couple of drinks and they're pretty tasty. Also got 5 different rolls to share between 2 people plus chicken karraage and it was the perfect amount! The Rolls were really delicious but most of the ones we got had shiso in them so beware if you're not a fan! We asked if they could leave it out and they did (: Service is great! They're super nice, fast, and attentive! Food came out pretty fast as well. I like the price for the size of the sushi and quality! Will definitely be back read more

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After a bit of bar hopping around the area, I love stopping by Ryoko's to grab some grub. There is always a guard at the door which makes me feel safe. At night they have a DJ playing mostly r&b, hip-hop, & Bay Area music. Such a cool atmosphere for a restaurant. They provide great service everyone is always kind and attentive to all patrons. They serve sushi, nigiri/sashimi, grilled and fried foods, beer, sake, wine, and cocktails. I always get the oshinko and avocado rolls. This last time I asked if they could make a roll with both in it and they were able to make me a custom roll. Night time can get busy so at times there is a waitlist to get seated, but it gets moving pretty quickly. Weekends they're usually open til one (except Sundays they close at 11) and during the week they close at midnight. Last call is ~45mins til closing. I have been coming here for years and their service and quality of food has never changed. A must for late night eats. You can't go wrong coming to Ryoko's read more

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Don't know what all the hype is about. Was excited to try the place but the rolls were more rice than fish, less pieces than most other places, and not many options for special rolls; even the "special" rolls were pretty basic/generic, and lots of them had imitation crab rather than real crab. The "fried soft shell crab" from the starter section was a bit fishy and just in plain tempura batter, so I'm not sure why it didn't just say tempura soft shell crab. It would have saved us from unknowingly getting two tempura dishes. What did they have going for them? They're open late, the service was fast, and the music was good. read more

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This is a hidden sushi spot if you are near union square or going bar hopping with your friends. I came here after coming from PCH. This place is open late on the weekends and convenient when you get hungry. It's small on the inside but cozy when you get comfortable. Athletes such as NBA or MLB players used to eat here. Pricey but worth it in my opinion. Service is great always. Parking only available on certain lots and streets. Guarded by security at entrance. I love eating here. Get the beef oroshi, jumping unagi, dragon roll, salmon skin, and shrimp symphony. Those are my go to orders when I go visit. They do sake bombs if you want to go have a great night! Will always be back :) read more

Great service and great quality sushi and fish and rolls and nigiri. Feels a bit like a speakeasy because you have to go down the stairs and it's dark, but it's actually very warm and welcoming. They have a large sake menu as well. Will be back for more! read more

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This made my list of sushi spot you have to try and regularly go to when in SF! After watching my Giants win we had to grab some sushi and I been hearing about this spot and had to check it out! The vibe inside was nice we liked the cozy feel they had with the seating and dim lighting. Music was on point too. After exploring the menu we chose some really good rolls. Pokémon roll , Spicy Golden gate , shrimp symphony, and salmon skin hand roll. All the food was awesome! Thanks to the amazing sushi chefs working their magic . Servers were on top of it and made sure you are good. Thank you all! read more

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Straight out of a 90s movie, this cozy japanese sushi spot is perfect for a date night. We got a couple rolls and a bottle of sake. The Wasabi Octopus was a bit on the stronger side of spice but otherwise a fun appetizer. The sushi had large fish portions and tasted fresh. The server was nice and the food came out fast. read more

Food: 3.5/5 Service: 4/5 Ambiance: 3.5/5 Overall: A solid option for downtown. The extended review... Food: Chicken Karaage - 3/5 - Got a few pieces. Taste was standard fare. Caterpillar Roll - 3.5/5 - Tasty rolls with cucumber, eel, and avocado. Standard fare. Service: 4/5 - Friendly and attentive service. Ambiance: 3.5/5 - It's an interesting spot. You go down to a basement level and there is sometimes someone at the piano. read more

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As my friend said fair price for some good quality sushi. Ambiance was cozy, intimate, and almost felt like an underground pub-- nice dimly lit atmosphere. Nice spot in SF! read more

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I love this place! Fast great service and a great ambiance, we sat at the counter and the people sat next to us shared their gigantic tuna kuma. SO BUTTERY!!! Unfortunately they sold out so we couldn't order our own. The chefs interact with you and make you feel welcome :) read more

I've been here a few times now and I just have to say that this might be the best sushi in San Francisco. It's so incredibly good and I HIGHLY recommend the spicy garlic edamame. This is my new go-to sushi spot read more

the place has a cozy, lively, hole in the wall type of vibe. I expected the sushi to be mediocre, but it was actually solid sushi. Cocktails were just okay, but still a good experience. read more

This place isn't your typical Japanese restaurant. It feels more like a dive bar that serves Japanese style dishes. Expect to pay more and get less portions. The sushi rolls are much smaller than what you typically get from other Japanese restaurants. The cocktails taste pretty good though. We also loved the grilled Saba - very tasty and tender. But don't think we will come back for the food.. there are many good food options in the area. I might come back for a cocktail with a friend if I'm in the area. read more