Sushi Hon is a high-end sushi experience that's worth the splurge, even at over $100 per person. My friend and her fiancé treated me to an early Saturday lunch here, and it was nothing short of exceptional. This place is the epitome of fine dining, and while it's not an everyday spot, it's perfect for special occasions or when you want to indulge in top-tier sushi. We went with the set menu, and every course was a revelation. The fish was incredibly fresh, and the presentation was artful. Highlights included the Hokkaido Uni, which was creamy and luxurious, and the A5 Wagyu, which melted in my mouth. The staff was incredibly knowledgeable, explaining each dish as it arrived, which added to the overall experience. The ambiance is sleek and sophisticated, with a quiet elegance that makes it ideal for celebrations or intimate dinners. The service was impeccable--attentive without being overbearing. While the price tag is steep, the quality of the ingredients, the skill of the chefs, and the overall experience make it worth it. This is definitely a place to save for a special occasion, but it's an experience you won't forget. read more

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I was nicely welcomed by the staff when I arrived. Since I made a reservation they all seated me with a little name tag which was cute! The Interior was clean and tidy. When I came during the lunch hour there weren't that many people yet. I did the lunch omakase for $65 which I thought was a fair price. Parking will be street parking! The dish that surprised me the most was the eggplant. I'm usually not a fan of it but this one was so flavorful! I liked most of the fish they served since they were fresh. I also enjoyed the salmon out of all the fish we had and the special of the day which I forgot the name of the fish. The panna cotta was interesting, not as fluffy as I would've imagined. Overall everything was pretty good but not enough to make me fill. read more

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We drove to SF to try this place and it was a disappointment. They have different omakase menus for the table and the bar. We chose the bar omakase. It is more expensive but we thought we would have a good experience there watching the chefs preparing the fish. Usually with omakase you get to watch the chef cut fish and prepare the sushi in front of you but the chairs were low and the setup didn't really allow you to see much. It didn't feel like a real omakase experience. The chef also wore gloves the whole time while making nigiri. The rice kept falling apart as soon as we picked up each piece and everything was very salty. All I could taste was soy sauce and vinegar instead of the fish. It was overly seasoned. The fish seemed good quality but we couldn't taste it because of the seasoning. Service was good and everyone was nice, but overall it wasn't worth the price. I wouldn't recommend coming here for omakase. read more

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Just wow! We came as a party of 2 and sat at their counter for a lunch time omakase experience. It was relatively quiet and empty but we enjoyed that. Staff there were attentive of food allergies and we felt very welcomed. Their fish is so fresh! Definitely worth a try. Parking wasn't too hard in the area either. read more

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Ordered from Doordash. It was packaged well and everything arrived intact. I ordered the Bara Chirashi (L) and got the Sashimi Sunomono as a free add-on. The Bara Chirashi (L) box was beautifully arranged. I did feel the portion size was a bit small but after eating, I did feel somewhat satiated. The taste was excellent. The fish in the Bara Chirashi (L) was fresh and flavorful. The ikura was brined in a flavorful soy dashi and the rice was flavored a well! The Sashimi Sunomono was a true delight. It was blend of textures and taste in my mouth. Citrusy, slightly tart, juicy, Umami, savory and sweet, I really recommend this appetizer. Just thinking about it made my mouth water. It was also beautifully arranged, with the plump ponzu jelly (I think it's ponzu since it had a citrusy dashi taste) accenting and elevating the looks and taste of this dish. I only wish it was a bigger portion. I would definitely consider ordering from here again and try out their other offerings. Since it's a bit pricey for lunch, maybe on a special occasion or payday. read more

Sushi Hon - Sashimi Sunomono, Bara Chirashi (L) - Japanese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I stopped by this place over 8 years ago when it was a brand new high end omakase / a la carte experience - and loved it. (See my previous review.) Fast forward to this year and I see the restaurant on, of all places, DoorDash? How times have changed. But what really stood out was that they offered an Omakase-to-go menu item at a really decent price, like $40 or something. (Of course, that's in addition to the pile of extra DoorDash charges.) And I'm here to report that this delivery Omakase really is fantastic and really is a great value and you should order it if that's what you're looking for. But there's something you should know. Because it's a high end sushi place, they sauce the fish for you. In fact, your delivery will include a printed note informing you that your Omakase is already sauced correctly! See photo. This is something of a controversial topic. Purists will agree with Hon's approach... other restaurants will ask you what your preferred sauce level is. I'm in the latter camp and fully confess to wanting to up the salt factor especially for the fattier fish which I find brings out the flavor. If you're like me, I propose you do what I did: order the Omakase, then go to the corner mini mart, grab some Kikkoman, and sauce away in defiance of their suggestion. They definitely aren't going to include soy sauce packets in your order. Evidence of my crime against food included in a second photo. read more

Sushi Hon - Omakase with my guilty-as-charged soy sauce bottle - Japanese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I had dinner here on a Wednesday at 8pm. Technically, we had a reservation but definitely didn't need it. The service was standout! We were able to taste various sakes before deciding and the service overall was very attentive. They easily accommodated to my friend's peanut allergy as well! The only thing to note is the sake pours were more like a tasting than a glass. The tasting menu was amazing! All the fish was fresh and literally melted in our mouths. For 135 dollars I think it was worth it! read more

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My partner and I came here recently for our anniversary and enjoyed a beautiful, well-paced omakase. My favorites were the Hirame and madai. The white fish tended to be citrusy and very aromatic. My partner had a nut allergy so they subbed a Panna cotta with pistachio with a yuzu sorbet, which was yummy. It was fun and easy to talk to the staff as well. This was nice for a special occasion. read more

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Fancy and yet affordable omakase! The restaurant is moderately sized with table seating and a bar. The interior is very nicely decorated and gives off warm and romantic/intimate vibes. The fish quality was excellent and the flavors of each course were delicious. My favorite would definitely be the hand roll at the end as it was stronger in flavor. Disclaimer: the omakase here is $135 so don't expect to find flavors that you've never had before if you're a frequent at omakases. I think the course is very fairly and appropriately priced. At the end, you have an option to add a three piece supplement for $35 or just order 1 of the 3 pieces or any course that you want a second serving of. The servers and chef were all very friendly and nice. They even served us a cheesecake on the house after hearing it was for a birthday celebration. read more

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An intimate, yet fun atmosphere to enjoy high level crafted sushi. Every piece was made meticulously and deliciously. From the quality of the fish to the amount of time and effort put into the sushi rice, each bite was amazing. Service was excellent, super attentive, informative and friendly. The hospitality was unmatched. We came by with a reservation for two on a Thursday evening. Quiet but they had other customers and many takeout omakase orders. Their menu primarily is their set Omakase menu, featuring 17 courses/bites and you can add supplemental courses/bites prior to starting and after finishing. Each bite was amazing and they came out in a timely manner for you to savor each bite. So many different bites but the most notable ones are as listed: The small salad in the beginning to start off Shiromi Sunomono, it really starts your appetite and gets you ready to eat. Super refreshing and perfect way to "break fast" and begin eating. Zuke Chu-Toro, medium fatty tuna, slight bite but melts in your mouth. Amazing piece Sagoshi, young Spanish mackerel, I am a huge fan of mackerel and this bite was super meaty. Umimasu, ocean trout, it was bright vibrant orange, like Nemo, super tasty. Nasu Agedashi, dashi simmered japanese eggplant, a cold refreshing dish perfect for the summer. I could eat a lot of this. A huge highlight in the courses, refreshing your palette and appetite. Bincho Tataki- Smoke Seared Albacore with truffle, the smokiness and the truffle paired very well together. Zuke Masunozuke, soy cured king salmon, amazing bite, meaty yet tender. Great piece to highlight salmon Of course the Toro, super fatty tuna, slightly seared, this was super rich and instantly melts in your mouth. Had to savor this bite. Every bite and course was amazing. Most notably the way they make their rice, makes you want to keep eating. Everything was super well balanced, and I would love to come back for another round of Omakase, and next time get more drinks. read more

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Update: after now having been to several Omakase, I can say that their Omakase is not that expensive - in fact it's probably the best valued Omakase in SF, especially when you factor in quality and taste!! Truthfully, i liked this omakase lightyears more than others I've had, including juni, the former Michelin star eatery. read more

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Pretty good omakase with all of the nigiri either being cured or marinated with their house made soy sauce. I ordered it on DoorDash but would love to dine at the restaurant one day. read more

NO ACCOMMODATIONS. Made a reservation for me and my partner weeks in advance. I am allergic to seafood but my partner loves sushi. Thought this was a good place to go for Valentine's Day since they have non-seafood options. We get to the restaurant and they said they're only doing the "Valentine's Day special Menu" and were unwilling to accommodate. No notification, message, or email that they were doing this ruining Valentine's Day for me and my partner. Manager was not accommodating and said BOTH of us had to get the Valentine's Menu or no food at all. Terrible experience. read more

Excellent. This one word pretty much sums up my dining experience at Sushi Hon. We had a 6:30 reservation and upon entering, we were immediately greeted by Hanna, the wonderful hostess/ manager/ server. She was friendly and warm, and guided us to our bar seating. We ordered the Omakase (of course), and every - single - piece was excellent and well crafted. The sushi rice had excellent texture, temperature and taste; and each piece tasted SO GOOD. As we had the side bar seating, we were very close to Chef Yong, who was friendly and warm, and explained each piece to us before eating. We also cheered to each other along the way. I particularly appreciated the friendliness and openness to questions (though we didn't have much), as compared to some stern, solemn sushi chefs.. lol. From the meal itself to service, to the environment and ambience, everything was excellent through and through. We can't wait to come back!! read more

Visited on a Monday night with my husband. Was not busy at all and many reservation openings. They have an AMAZING omakase experience with supplemental add ons for additional prices (worth it!). You can now order a la carte also. Fabulous staff and atmosphere. Came as a celebratory date night. 10/10 recommend for those who would like to try something new! read more

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Second time at Sushi Hon! Both experiences were similar and they have amazing service along with high grade sashimi they serve! Last weekend, I took my friend for her first time ever lunch omakase. Surprisingly the two of us were only ones there at the restaurant so it made it extra special and we got to talk to the chef! (Sorry forgot his name) The chef made the whole experience a fun and interesting one as it was my friend's first time having omakase! We overall enjoyed our lunch and my friend had an amazing time experiencing her first omakase at Sushi Hon! Dinner also was amazing from what I experienced as well previously. There is more things on the dinner menu but lunch was delicious regardless with a smaller menu! Gochisousama! read more

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My boyfriend and I celebrated our 2-year anniversary with the 19-course omakase experience at Sushi Hon. From beginning to end, the experience exceeded my expectations and set the bar high for any food establishment going forward. The restaurant is dimly lit and intimate, but colorful with bottles of sake as decor. We were seated at the sushi bar in front of Chef Yong, where we enjoyed watching the chefs cook. The quality of the fish and ingredients they use is unmatched. Each course is balanced and done so thoughtfully. Chef Yong brought us on an exciting journey through the food that he served. He orchestrated a perfect experience, elevating and manipulating elements of fish that caught me by surprise. You could taste how much care and passion Chef puts into his pieces. To top off, the customer service is excellent. When presenting the food, Hanna invited us on a story and demonstrated her expertise in each plate. When I left to wash my hands, I came back to my napkin being folded! Hanna was warm, and she paid attention to the details, even the little things. Thank you Sushi Hon for the experience on our anniversary day. It was truly special, and I can't wait to celebrate with you again. read more

My bf brought me here for our anniversary recently, and we had a great experience. This was my first omakase, and I couldn't have asked for a better one. We came on a Tuesday evening and sat at the bar with two other parties, one other couple and a group of three. We were the only ones in the restaurant for most of the meal, which made for a very intimate and cozy dinner. My bf and I added the premium supplement, which included uni (from Hokkaido), o toro, and A5 wagyu, on top of the 19-course meal. All of the ingredients were fresh and delicious. The rice to fish ratio for the nigiri was perfect, with more fish than rice. A lot of the fish was so fresh and tender that it almost melted in my mouth. I loved it. While I loved all of the courses, my favorites would have to be the Masunosuke, A5 Wagyu, and Kinako Panna Cotta. I'm a big fan of salmon, so the Masunosuke was an obvious favorite. The A5 Wagyu was incredible - the smoky flavor from it being seared and the truffle flakes on top were chef's kiss. Lastly, the panna cotta was so, so delicious. It was nostalgic because it reminded me of the soybean milk I used to drink as a kid. It was also unique because it contained soybean instead of regular milk/heavy cream. Overall, we had a wonderful time here! read more

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Edomae-style sushi - technique driven, lot of pieces marinaded, concentrated flavor. Upside = soft texture, softest lean tuna that we've had. One thing to note is that each fish has a decent amount of soy/dashi/ponzu flavor. So may not be for you if you prefer simpler sushi without much marinade (chef and I both discussed how we sometimes like it simpler). To vary the texture, Shima aji and fresh scallop (harder crunchier feel) helped add diversity to the omakase. Eggplant dish in dashi marinade was nice touch. Great service, tea always refilled without us asking. Overall, we would prefer less marinade and more of allowing the fish to shine but delivers well on its principles. read more

This restaurant is criminally underrated for the quality of the sushi. I went in on a Friday night and it was practically empty. The omakase was very reasonably priced ($155) with a decent amount of variety, and the selection of fish was perfect for my tastes. Most of their fish is cured in-house in seaweed making it soft and savory. The service wasn't as polished as more expensive restaurants, but the value here is incredible. read more

Sushi Hon used to be amazing. That is no more. The $135 Omakase that used to punch above it's class is now a waste as the fish is fishy and the rice is a no longer the perfectly seasoned light beauty but rather a heavily sauced mess. Forget price to quality. This is just meh quality. The other thing they used to do great is to pair interesting and unique seasonal sakes. This is no more. The pairing starts with a glass of Piper Hendrik champagne followed by 3 run of the mill sakes. read more

affordable though very light lunch omakase. fish was pretty good but not a fan of their shari -- some bites almost tasted crumbly. good seasoning though. favorite nigiri was the shima aji. they also offer a la carte dishes which i probably would have enjoyed more. service was prompt, restaurant is bright inside. read more

I'm a firm believer in sushi rice being as important, if not more so, than the fish, and I was a big fan of how they make it at Sushi Hon. Chef Yong proudly declared that he washes the rice for an hour the night before to remove extra starch. Combined with a bold dark-light vinegar ratio, I thought that the perfectly defined rice grains and bright acid made for an incredible nigiri base. Though I am team vinegar, I could see their liberal use being a bit much for certain palates. The mozuku starter, for example, was silky seaweed strands in a sweet vinegar broth that was like a refined gut shot. And a decadent uni and chopped toro rice bowl supplement shared the stage equally with the tangy vinegar rice. No complaints from my sour-loving palate though. Let's not forget the nigiri. Some highlights for me included the hotate, or fresh scallop from Hokkaido, carefully scored to yield both a visually impressive and textured bite. Seared 14-day aged toro (fatty tuna) and A5 wagyu nigiris, perfectly melted in their respective fatty goodness. And the engawa (fluke fin) nigiri supplement had a nice snappy chew to it. After the many nigiri courses, an early summer corn tomato jelly "ceviche" was a refreshing palette cleanser. And dessert was a creamy, but not too sweet, kinako panna cotta that had a savory touch from the toasted soybean. The inviting counter service from Chef Yong also made the meal more memorable. He enthusiastically shared his sushi knowledge and preparation details, and his proud, yet humble energy was infectious. He also excitedly gave us a taste of the in-house MG rice lager. Dinner edomae omakase starts at $135 for 18 dishes, 10 of which are nigiri. And I appreciated that the omakase menu was actually printed out beforehand so you could plan and pace yourself. Sushi Hon also offers a smaller lunch omakase for $65, and they do delivery as well. read more

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My husband and I celebrated our first wedding anniversary at Sushi Hon for our very first omakase experience, and it truly could not have been more perfect. We were lucky enough to have Chef Andy, and he made the entire evening feel so special. He was incredibly kind and welcoming, and you could immediately tell how passionate he is about his craft. He walked us through each course, shared which pieces were his personal favorites, and put so much care and artistry into every single bite. Everything was beautifully presented and tasted incredibly fresh and thoughtfully balanced. To make the night even more special, they surprised us with rosé to celebrate our anniversary, which was such a thoughtful touch and completely made our night. 10/10 experience from start to finish. We will absolutely be back! read more

Visited Sushi Hon to try their omakase menu. We received a variety of high quality and delicious items for a reasonable price of $135. There were 17 courses served with the option to add on a "premium supplement" or order off of the a la carte menu. We sat at the bar and had a wonderful time talking to the chef. In addition to introducing each course, he would also let us know where the ingredient is sourced from. The service was wonderful and the bar seating was spacious. read more

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Food not fresh. The service was good. Toilets not clean. Fish was old. The prices for the quality is outrageous. I never write reviews but want to warn costumers. read more

Came for my birthday celebration omakase and I just have one word- amazing! The staff and chef is so friendly and kind and was so knowledgeable about the sushi as well as their drink pairing. The restaurant has a very nice and cozy ambiance. The price for omakase is value for money. read more

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I haven't ordered from here in a while. Noting so I change this. High-end treatment of the fish. read more

Sushi Hon - Japanese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Sadly I can't rate the food because for the first time in my life I had to wait 30 minute for the first course of an omakase at the bar. And there were only 4 other people. After waiting patiently for 30 minutes and staring at our bottle of sake, we decided to leave. At an omakase experience where the attention to detail is everything and you "trust" the chef, this was very disappointing. With so many solid omakase options in SF, I wouldn't even consider walking into Sushi Hon again. read more

Worst sushi delivery in SF. Better quality in grocery store. The fish were warm and toro looks nothing like the picture. It's cooked with no fat. The rice were oddly seasoned and sour. Never return again read more

Sushi Hon - Japanese Near Me - San Francisco, California

PORTIONS: light but filling, satisfying PRICE: appropriate BUT BEWARE for those who don't know there's an included tip AND service charge SERVICE: cozy SURROUNDINGS: clean and open FLAVORS: AMAZING! The en BONUS TIP: the tip and service charge is included no matter the party size read more

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My boyfriend brought me here yesterday for my birthday and I was blown away. It was such a pleasant experience and my first time trying omakase. I particularly liked the hotate, toro temaki, o toro, A5 Wagyu among others. All the fish was very fresh and absolutely delicious! The server was very attentive and courteous. They also brought out a small cheesecake for my birthday. What a pleasant surprise. At the end they serve a delightful Yuba Agedashi Miso soup and panna cotta for dessert. Highly recommend checking out Sushi Hon if you would like omakase. read more

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Always wanted to try an omakase experience, so I was happy the girls were down. Everything we had was delicious. You can tell the chef specially curated each course and had yummy palette cleansers. We were all full towards the end and it was nice getting to know the chef. I can't have regular sushi anymore lol, kidding, but not really. ⁣ ⁣ * zuwai lani⁣ * nasu agedashi⁣ * kanpachi tartare⁣ * mozuku⁣ * shima aji⁣ * hotate⁣ * medai⁣ * zuke chu toro⁣ * umimasu⁣ * bincho tataki⁣ * hirame⁣ * ji kinmedai⁣ * masunosake⁣ * toro⁣ * Uni⁣ * Japanese ceviche ⁣ * yuba akadashi⁣ * kinako panna cotta⁣ read more

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I have been here twice now and honestly don't know why this isn't more busy because the quality of the fish is consistently excellent. The vibe of the restaurant is classy but laid back. The service is very attentive. They noticed my friend was left-handed and started plating her fish in the opposite order to accommodate her. Every piece of fish in the omakase is so good. Each one is described as being marinated in different things, so the texture and flavors of the fish are unique. The soybean panna cotta dessert is light but tasty. The only thing I would ask would maybe be to change up the appetizer and dessert since it was the same both times that I went. Overall I would definitely recommend this place for omakase. read more

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DO NOT EAT HERE -- most inconsiderate restaurant. We had reservations for this restaurant via open Table at 930 pm on December 24 -- Christmas Eve! Upon arriving at the restaurant, the manager said they were closed (even though the door was open and the sign outside said OPEN). I said that we had a 9:30 pm reservation and that it was confirmed. The guy just looked at me and said "Oh, we decided to close. Sorry" and I said, "it's Christmas Eve and we have a confirmed reservation and you're not honoring the reservation?" So we just left after spending a $15 Uber ride to and a $15 Uber ride from the place back to our hotel. Plus the guy lied and said he didn't have our reservation. Minutes after leaving the restaurant, the restaurant CANCELLED our reservation. So dishonest. We were happy not to eat there because there was a roach on the wall when we were leaving. Obviously a sign not to eat there. Don't waste your time patronizing an inconsiderate business. That's my advice to fellow Yelpers. Pass on this place. read more

Sushi Hon - Japanese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Be sure to read to the end. I went here at my daughter's recommendation because she saw an Instagram video and was blown away by all the pictures and how much food you get for their omakase. What I didn't realized at the time was that I actually ate here many years ago when it first opened. Happy to say that things took a turn for the better and we love this restaurant now. Everything was super fresh and delicious. Omakase in San Francisco can get expensive but for $125, we had multiple starters, then a selection of nigiri followed by a hot dish and then more nigiri! I can see why my daughter wanted to come here based on the instagram post. The only thing that wasn't as impressive was the sake pairing. It is really rare for me to not like at least one of the sake I'm trying but that is the case as most of the sake was overtly sweet. Anyways, I got to chatting with the chef and told him that Sushi Hon was almost as good as our last favorite sushi restaurant in San Francisco. He asked me which one and I told him, Sato Omakase and he told me that he also own that restaurant. I said, "Wait, you're Min of the Mins Group?" Turns out the humble dude serving us the whole night is the CEO, Min Choe. He said he likes to come to help out sometimes at his restaurants. Wow, glad we picked the right time and place to try this sushi restaurant again! read more

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I was treated to the Exclusive Omakase at Sushi Hon for my last birthday however I've been lagging on posting this review, maybe subconsciously gate keeping but I was distracted with other priorities. Parking is not easy but we lucked out with street parking half a block away. The restaurant has a very humble facade and front entry, if you aren't looking for it the restaurant blends into the urban neighborhood that's bordered by the Mission and Potrero Hill. Stepping inside to a friendly greeting, we were seated at the sushi bar. We eagerly watched the chefs masterfully preparing every serving before it was presented to us with a brief description of each dish. Our server picked up on the fact that my son is left-handed and accommodated this by bringing the food and his utensils from the left. Little actions like this elevate the service for their thoughtfulness. Their sushi and other dishes, like the tsuri-aji, bincho tataki, and tomato ceviche are superb. I loved the different textures and flavors of the ceviche, which was a refreshing interlude between sushi and yuba akadashi. I swooned over their kinako panna cotta and the matcha cheesecake, which was a surprise birthday extra. As some other reviewers mentioned, Sushi Hon seems to fly low under the radar so maybe other people have been gate keeping too but I hope this changes because it deserves more love. read more

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I've had my fair share of omakase experiences, but all have paled in comparison to Sushi Hon. Factoring in both taste, quality, and price, Sushi Hon bats a 1000 on all fronts, offering sensational sushi course after course, every morsel somehow better than the last. My favorites were the Wagyu, O-toro, and Uni (no surprise here) as these were the most expensive nigiris during the flight. Usually, these pieces are only offered as supplements to the existing menu, but Sushi Hon refreshingly offers them free of charge without the hefty price tag attached. I will say the supplemental Don was okay. Nothing to complain about, but the Uni courses provided with the regular set menu already give you a sufficient amount of high-quality Uni. Sushi Hon truly is the paragon of sushi. I'm often not a fan of uni (a sacrilege, I know), but Sushi Hon's was a religious experience, and I'm now a believer. Incredibly rich and mildly briny, the sea urchin tasted just shy of pure butter. For $125, worth every dang penny. read more

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Chef Yong is a true sushi craftsman. Amazing omakase, excellent beverage pairings and great service. Definitely some of the best fish I've had in San Francisco and the seared wagyu is still on my mind. read more

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One of the more affordable-ish omakase restaurants in SF and it's a bigger space so we've always been able to get a last minute table, but recommend making a reservation if you want to sit at the counter. It's a sister restaurant to Sushi Shio which is also great! The sushi is consistently high quality and you get enough to feel full by the end without having to add-on. The sake pairing had a few interesting glasses but not a must-do. Service is consistently prompt and courteous. read more

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