We were fortunate and lucky enough to make last minute reservations, and to even get a table in short notice! We had the New Years Eve tasting. It started off with a salad with a delicious ginger and sesame dressing. Then the seared Scottish King Salmon with its roe, avocado and shiso flowers, and the miso black cod for appetizers. Both fish appetizers were delicious, melts in the mouth. Then the main. Out of all six makis, we enjoyed the salmon, the fresh scallops, and the unagi - fresh water eel from Japan. Their otoro hand roll was really good. Their red miso soup had deep flavours, and their Miso panna cotta was delicious. The service was very good and very fri ndly, with constant tea and water refills and constant ginger refills. The ginger tasted like it was made in house, too. Overall. An amazing meal and experience! read more

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dinner review. ala carte sushi. happy hour menu starters: takoyaki special edamame edamame sautéed with minced garlic & soy pot stickers japanese-style pork & vegetable dumplings premium nigiri (2 pc): madai red snapper hamachi yellowtail akami lean bluefin tuna sake cured salmon hotate hokkaido scallop handrolls: spicy salmon spicy tuna california hamachi unagi regular menu: sashimi sampler 2pc. hamachi, 2pc akami, 2pc salmon uni fatty tuna don sea urchin & fatty tuna over sushi rice overall, "a-ok." read more

Amazing flavors! Perfectly presented and hits on all 3 major metrics. Taste temperature and texture. Wonderful service by all. Sexy clean vibe. jYW has a new favorite spot. JYW highly recommends read more

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Christmas Eve prix fixe: modern take on traditional sushi course. The atmosphere was 'if I'm going to pay a lot for a Christmas Eve meal, then I want fish from Japan in a modern restaurant with great service'. My son added a roll off the regular menu, and we had good cocktails too. Many restaurants don't know the proper order to serve a Japanese meal, let alone which dishes are appropriate for a celebration. But not only was everything perfect, but the sake was exceptional. I was particularly impressed with the shishito pepper flavor infused into the akadashi soup, properly served at the end of the meal. OK, the dessert was quite clever too. read more

My boyfriend took me here for a celebration, and I loved it! It was his first time at omakase as well and the experience here was worth it. Something memorable about this place was that the chef went to Japan during the cherry blossom season, got the blossoms back and grinded it with salt for one of his dishes! Super cool and I haven't heard anything like that before. There were a few dishes that stood out to me but I can't remember the names since it's been about a month (when we last went). read more

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(3.5 *) Came here for a large celebration gathering, interior is nice and modern, and had a lounge like vibe to it with cluby music being played. Everyone got the omakase and though the food did take some time to come out between each courses, that was to be expected for service as we had many heads in our party. Highlights Crab miso risotto: (5/5) super creamy, great texture and a nice bite full of flavor. Could eat bowls of this! Kinako panna cotta: (5/5) dessert really hit the spot after the course. Great balance of subtle sweet and nutty flavors Lowlights The nigiri selection was fresh however it was was just okay in terms of selection. Nothing really stood out and felt very pale in comparison to other omakase spots but overall not that bad of an experience. read more

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Sat at the bar with some friends on a weeknight. We got drinks at the speakeasy that is connected to this sushi place. We liked the ambiance of Sushi Sato and decided to move to the bar after our drinks. We shared a ceviche and a yuzu panna cotta dessert. Tuna in the ceviche tasted fresh and nice. I liked the choice to add edamame and corn in the ceviche, I don't see that too often. Beautiful presentation for both dishes. Did think it was pricey for what we got. But it was great for a snack to share. Staff were friendly, I wouldn't necessarily say they were too attentive to us though, and we were sitting at the bar. read more

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Dropped by Sushi Sato this past weekend to try their recently launched omakase menu and had an amazing time. The restaurant interior was simple, yet modern. We were greeted immediately upon entry and check-in for our reservation was easy and smooth. We were lucky enough to get the owner of the restaurant as our chef that night - we had a lovely time talking to him the entire night! The chef showcased his creativity, expertise, and passion for the craft in each course he put in front of us. We enjoyed the delicate, but bold flavors the garnishes brought with each bite. The amaebi and the uni handroll were my favorites - they both had outstanding quality, freshness, and flavor. The chef mentioned that fish was flown in daily from Japan, purchased straight from Toyosu market. The daily omakase menu changes based on the inventory that was purchased that morning in Japan. I definitely want to stop by again to try their a la carte menu. The owner of Sushi Sato also owns Jang, which has been at the top of my list of restaurants to try in SF - looking forward to eating there soon as well. Thank you, Tony, for such a memorable dinner. read more

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Hidden gem! This is a new favorite spot for me. The food is a little pricey but absolutely delicious, the drinks are so good, the service is Michelin level, and it's stylish with a nice classy atmosphere. I went here once then took my husband the second time and he said: "why haven't you taken me here sooner?!" read more

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Just a heads up, Sushi Sato is only for a la carte ordering. Within the restaurant there is an entrance to the omakase restaurant, which is a separate restaurant completely with a different reservation system. It was a little confusing since we saw people coming in and out of other entrances and felt a little bit like we were eating in the waiting area for the other restaurant. The menu overall seemed like it was inspired by Nobu-style Japanese fusion, with dishes like miso black cod. But they definitely made it their own. Overall a very creative and interesting dinner, though seasoning was sometimes too salty. Service was really attentive and we liked the sleek/modern interiors. We ordered: - pan seared scallops: good seasoning but I think I would have enjoyed more if completely cooked through - miso black cod- miso sauce on top was too strong/salty especially compared to the light dashi soup it was in - sushi tasting- very good quality fish but again some of the sashimi pieces were over seasoned - maki rolls- the rice is brown, but it is just white rice that has been pre-seasoned. Again good quality fish! Recommend the king salmon and toro. - Crab Risotto- my favorite! You can't go wrong with truffle flavor and creamy rice. I would come back for this dish! Overall good experience! Would be fun with friends. Some of the seasoning was just not to my personal taste. read more

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It was my one day off and I wanted to grab some sushi in the city so here I am. I sat at the bar and ordered a few cocktails. I got the melon drop and Kiwami. Both of these were pretty good if you like something on the sweeter side. The melon drop being the even sweeter one. For food, I ordered the sato signature roll and the fatty uni truffle bowl. Both of these were amazing! Was sad when it was gone lol. For the dessert, I got the yuzu panna cotta which was pretty solid. The service here was pretty good. I was seated at the bar and the bartender/server Tommy gave me good recommendations. He even gave me an angel wing sake on the house. The restaurant is nicely decorated. This place is perfect for a date night type of occasion. The parking situation is kinda sketchy. There is some street parking and there is a parking garage nearby. All in all, a great experience. Try it out if you like. :) read more

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All I have to say is WOW. Talk about a dining experience. One perk of mid-week dining is having plenty of space to stretch out. This was our first time dining at Sushi Sato, and it did not disappoint. + Albacore Crudo: Nothing unexpected from a restaurant of this caliber, and that's a good thing. The fish was fresh, and the flavor was even better. + Seared Scallops: Arguably my favorite dish. The roasted corn perfectly complemented the beautifully cooked scallops. + Crab Risotto: A standout for me. This dish was nearly perfect, but it could have been even better with the addition of mushrooms and mushroom stock. That would have taken it to umami heaven! + Toro Truffle Bowl: Objectively good, but not worth the price, in my opinion. I would have rather skipped this and ordered two more crab risottos. + Yuzu Panna Cotta: Good, but nothing special. I would skip dessert. I doubt people come here for that anyway. I'd also skip the cocktails based on my two experiences--both were a little too experimental and didn't quite hit the mark for me. Next time, I'll probably opt for whiskey or sake from their bar. Parking in this area is a challenge, so plan accordingly. Overall, a solid experience and definitely #yummycertified. read more

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We came here last night to celebrate two friends' birthdays and had high hopes based on the restaurant's website. We made a reservation for 20 people at 8:30 PM and were seated at two adjacent tables. We were especially looking forward to trying their Omakase experience, which was advertised online for under $100--a seemingly great deal. However, upon arrival, the Sato Signature tastings (Okonomi Tasting - $95 and Sato Tasting - $85) were not available. The only option close to what we expected was the Sushi Tasting (6 pieces) for $40. One of our tables opted for that and ordered a few additional dishes to share, including the Maguro Donburi, Negitoro, and Crab Miso Risotto. Not only were these portions tiny, but they were also significantly overpriced for what we received. An hour passed with no food. When our waiter finally approached with a tray, it was just soy sauce. We didn't receive our sushi tasting until nearly two hours later, at 10:13 PM. Unfortunately, the presentation and quality didn't live up to the price or our expectations. What was meant to be a celebratory evening turned into a frustrating experience due to the long wait, unavailable menu options, and underwhelming food. For the price and hype, this was deeply disappointing. I'd recommend checking out one of the many other sushi spots in San Francisco that offer better food and a smoother dining experience. read more

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Slowest service. Took awhile to get our hot tea and food. Ordered Hamachi carpaccio, Salmon Avocado Bomb, and still waiting on our sweet scallop roll.. The not so hot tea didn't arrive until After the Hamachi. Tea is Barley green tea and it's barely warm and not hot. tea. Nice ambiance playing Korean?! music but sadly the food is taking too long. The filtered water keeps on coming though! We also ordered Chicken teriyaki to go. It's a lot of Chicken with rice and cauliflower. Pretty pricey but nice decor. Maybe the Omakase is better across the street. $175 read more

extremely overpriced for what it is. scallops were rubbery, eggplant was missing something, nigiri was left out for too long and was cold by the time it got to us. roll was good just because the rice wasn't ice cold. ambiance was fine, our table was a little wobbly. read more

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Food was excellent. Drinks are good. House made beer is good. Tried various items across the menu. Everything was good. The server was polite and friendly. The problem was waiting times. Nigiri took an hour, minimum. Then they forgot one nigiri. Very, very slow. Otherwise, it's a nice space, it's quiet and the food is good. Just plan to wait, a lot. read more

Excellent sushi. Menu has changed a bit, but the quality remains. Sashimi was very good.

Our waiter James was amazing. Everything about this meal was delectable, and as we were discussing desert, he gifted us the Yuzu Panna Cotta. After we paid our bill, he was able to suggest a fun spot to have a drink afterwards as we were both from out of town. Thankful to have found this gem of a place! read more

Pros: The service was terrific. The sashimi was fresh. The restaurant was stylish. Cons: The question is why a restaurant would be opened and half the items on the menu were not available at 6:30pm on a Sunday night (yes prime dinner time)?? Also, it seemed like they didn't have enough ingredients and plating options when one compares what we received v the pictures from others on Yelp. My friend had such wonderful memories of eating at this place so I wanted to try it too. A big disappointment. I hope they will get their act together and ensure there is ample supply of all ingredients when they are open to receive diners. read more

Sushi Sato - Fatty tuna and uni truffle don- not as full as others, not sure we got our money's worth - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

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What an amazing dinner experience at Sushi Sato. We did their 9 course Omakase ($165) which was absolutely amazing from start to finish. The staff was super accommodating and timed everything so perfectly. We left dinner very happy. Sato Omakase menu: Aperitif- green juice Oyster- nice and meaty with daikon radish and ponzu Chawan Mushi- one of my favorites, steamed egg custard Ceviche- super fresh vegetables, refreshing Chef's exclusively selected sushi- 5 pcs (halibut, yellow jack, sea scallop, golden eye snapper, ocean trout). I personally loved the sea scallop and ocean trout! Bincho Tataki- seared albacore with truffle (one of my fav dishes!) Chef's exclusively selected sushi- 5pcs (amber jack, sea bream, tuna, fatty tuna, sea urchin) uni was such high quality here Owen- red miso soup Yuzu panacotta- light and sweet We also tried a hand roll with uni, tuna, and caviar which was an incredible blend of flavors. Such an exquisite dish! Overall, all fish was fresh and delicious and I enjoyed the unique flavors the chef created. Sake was fabulous as well. Can't wait to come back for another great dinner! read more

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Great service, friendly staff! Great drinks! The place is very cute! Tony was great very helpful!

This review is long over due. My cousin and I came here to try their omakase a day before Valentine's Day as an early galantine's dinner. Every piece was fresh, perfectly balanced, and thoughtfully prepared. Chef Bo's knowledge and passion for the art was clearly demonstrated with every piece, which melted in our mouths like butter. If you love sushi, this place is a must-try! read more

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This is now our default sushi restaurant, especially after our 7-year-old daughter declared it her favorite restaurant. We tried the sushi tasting along with a variety of sushi from the a la carte menu, and everything was exceptional, there wasn't a single piece that we didn't enjoy. As parents, we're often cautious about bringing our daughter to nice sushi restaurants, as many don't really cater to kids. But Alan and Yunus went above and beyond to make sure she felt welcomed and had a great experience. Alan even crafted a mocktail for her, which she absolutely loved. We're already looking forward to our next visit, and our daughter is excited to try the omakase at the counter next time. read more

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Excellent dining and culinary experience! Wonderfully creative sushi accompanied by tasty cocktails, and very warm and friendly service from everyone in the house. Dining room has very modern, clean lines and is conducive to conversation, as the acoustics do not create a noisy atmosphere. Contrary to what other users have posted on Yelp, while they do add a 20% gratuity to the check automatically, an additional tip is NOT expected. read more

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The food was terrific but I was really disappointed by the service. We had to ask our server multiple times for the right menus and he did nothing to explain how the omakase experience worked vs the a la carte. Additionally, the food came out extremely slowly and even at one point our dish was sitting at the counter forgotten by the server. Only after we asked did he realize he forgot. The icing on the top was the 20% service charge (for a party of 2) despite the poor service. When I asked if it was the tip, the server gave a convoluted answer that tried to leave the door open for an additional tip. I expected more having had a great experience at Sato Omakase. read more

Came to celebrate dad's bday with my parents. Service - A+. The whole staff made my 69 year old dad feel welcomed and celebrated. It was as if the entire staff knew. Chef Aiden was an amazing host who was friendly and shared fun stories of his culinary journey. Victor the som was incredibly gracious and attentive - and clearly a nerd level foodie in the most endearing way. Forgot the name of the man in the suit who also played host - he was so friendly and kind to my family all night. Ambience - A+. Simple, clean, modern. Value - A+. You absolutely get what you pay for in terms of portions and quality. Flavor - A. My fave was the chawanmushi, ceviche, poached lobster, and the Japanese ginger slices. The jelly "dressing" in the ceviche salad was fab. The nigiri was all excellent but nothing extraordinary or different from other omakase places in my experience between CA and NYC. Overall an awesome experience. Only reason I didn't go with five stars is because a fave in NYC still tops this spot. Make sure to sit at the counter for the ultimate experience. read more

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We had dinner with a group of six people at Sushi Sato earlier this week. The service was very good and we met the owner Tony who was very friendly. We ordered a large variety of sushi, sashimi and rolls and several appetizers and the quality of the food was great. I plan to go back again when I'm in the mood for good quality sushi. read more

I'm giving this place two stars only because of our waiter, who was clearly overworked but stayed super apologetic and patient the whole time. We went last night because I wanted to try their $85 tasting menu, which sounded pretty good. We made a 6:30 pm reservation to give ourselves plenty of time before our 9:30 pm comedy show. When we got there, there was no host to greet us. Eventually, someone came and sat us, but I quickly realized that the same guy who seated us was also the only waiter serving about 10 parties in the restaurant. (Just to clarify, the place is split into two sections--Sushi Sato and Sato Omakase. For Sushi Sato, there was only one waiter and one sushi chef. The other staff seemed to be handling the Sato Omakase side.) We waited 20 minutes before anyone even took our order. I tried to be patient because I could see the waiter running around nonstop trying to keep up. When he finally took our order, they told us they couldn't do the tasting menu--even though it was on the menu! Thankfully, the waiter asked the sushi chef, and they were able to make it happen for us. At 6:55 pm, we finally got our drinks. The first course showed up at 7:12 pm, but the first five pieces of nigiri didn't come until 7:39 pm. By then, we'd been sitting for over an hour and had only gotten our drinks and the first course. To make up for the wait, the waiter brought us an eggplant appetizer for free, which was a nice gesture. At 8:15 pm, we got the chawanmushi, and later he brought us some potato croquettes as another free appetizer to apologize again. The second set of five nigiri didn't come out until 8:44 pm!! I've had omakase meals that last around two hours, but for the amount of food we got in this restaurant, the wait was just ridiculous. I felt bad for the waiter since he was doing everything he could, but the management really needs to step up. It's a Saturday night--you should have enough staff so your customers aren't waiting an hour just to get started. I even saw another group leave because they got tired of waiting. What really annoyed me, though, was the sushi chef. There were two women at the chef's table, and he was chatting with them nonstop and showing off while one of them kept filming him. I don't know if she was an influencer or what, but their meal was already done, and he was still hanging out with them instead of making our food. I honestly wanted to go up there and tell him to stop messing around and make our nigiris already!! Overall, it was a pretty frustrating experience. The automatic 20% service fee felt like a lot given the service, but we still tipped extra because our waiter was working so hard. As nice as he was, the poor management and ridiculous wait times made the whole night kind of a disaster. read more

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I had an amazing experience having Sushi. Tony is an amazing host. He took really good care of us. Amazing ambiance.

Stopped in for dinner tonight and had such a wonderful experience. We ordered the jalapeño kampachi sashimi which was very vibrant and flavorful, the nigiri special which came with 6 pieces of assorted fish which were all delicious and a couple of rolls which were both great. Ended with the matcha cheesecake which had a subtle matcha flavor and was the perfect end to a fantastic meal. The service and ambiance were amazing too. Highly recommend and will definitely return soon! read more

Sushi Sato is an elegant, fine dining restaurant located in Nob Hill. The interior is clean, modern, and very vibe-y. It's a great place to come for a date, special occasion, or with big groups. I have to give five stars for the impeccable service. Our waitress, Fiona, was so kind, explained the menu, gave great food suggestions, and made us feel taken care of! The food here was absolutely delicious. Fantastic quality of fish and the food was made with love and precision. I like how they used brown rice instead of white rice- it was a nice switch up that was nutty and had a more bite. Sashimi Tasting: akami, kamasu, salmon toro, kurodai, hamachi, kirasuzuki (extra). All of the fish were absolutely delicious. My standout favorites had to be the lean akami tuna, and salmon toro. These fish tasted delicious and luscious. The chef was also kind enough to give us an extra slice of an off the menu fish kirasuzuki which was also very delicious and fatty. Crab Miso Risotto: this was a luscious risotto with cream, miso, and a generous portion of crab. I was very impressed that the risotto was a soft texture despite the use of brown rice. Brown rice is normally more chewy than white rice but the chef was able to perfect a soft texture for the risotto. Yuzu Miso Black Cod: miso black cod that reminded me of the famous Nobu version. It was definitely a small piece of fish to split amongst the four of us, but the flesh was so tender, the light miso glaze was a great complement to the fish. We also loved the clams that came with it. Negi Toro Handroll: to finish the meal we all ended with a tuna handroll. We were delighted at how big the roll was and how generous the tuna serving was. This also came with brown rice and I loved the sesame soy sauce seasoning for the tuna. Overall this was a fantastic dining experience and I will definitely come back to try their $110 tasting menu. read more

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Sushi Sato delivers a solid omakase. The nigiri is fresh, delicious, and wonderfully prepared. My favorite though was the waygu beef add-on. We went with the sake and wine pairing, which went beautifully with the meal. The restaurant also features its own microbrewery. So, I had to sample the beer, and wasn't disappointed. The service was a little bit stiff and lacking in warmth, but overall, a fantastic omakase option in San Francisco. read more

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It was great to catch up with friends there. Love the vibe, Beers are impeccable, and the staff was super friendly.

A dear friend was visiting from Paris, where there are very few good sushi restaurants. On the basis of its Yelp reviews, we decided to go to Sushi Sato. This was at 9:20 on a Saturday night. We were both very well-dressed and well-mannered (I've been to Japan many times and know how to behave in public). The sign said they're open until 10. We could see that there were still 3 tables active. I went to open the door but the hostess hurried over and took the handle, opening it just a foot or so, and planting her head in the middle of the doorway. "I'm sorry; we're closed" she said. "The sign says that you're open until 10." "Yes, but sorry -- we're closed." If this had happened in Japan, I would've apologized and left, since Japanese etiquette demands that. But this is the US, where businesses are expected to abide by what their signs say (barring emergencies, and so on). Clearly that wasn't the case here. More likely, the staff wanted to get off work sooner, rather than accommodating customers who might still be in the restaurant until maybe 10:30. Note to Sushi Sato: in the US, when your sign says that you are open until 10, that means you are expected to accept customers coming in your door until 10. Not 9:19. I will never try coming to Sushi Sato again. This city is full of sushi restaurants to choose from and I will chose among those who treat their would-be customers with more respect. read more

Quiet, modern, chic ambiance. Well lit, not crowded, easy to have a conversation. I went on a Sunday night at prime dinner time and only 1 other table was dinning. Service was very attentive, easy to get ahold of. Knowledgeable about the menu. The sushi tasting was a wonderfully prepared spread. Highly recommend this. I also ordered the Sato signature roll. The concept was fun, each roll was topped with a unique item. However the roll itself was very basic: cucumber, crab, shrimp tempura. It was fun to try but I wouldn't order again. Overall, recommend this restaurant! read more

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We came to Sushi Sato for our wedding anniversary dinner. My husband made the reservation one month in advance, but had to move it two weeks later (so there have been two interactions with the restaurant total). We were really looking forward to the dinner because it's one of our rare date nights, and how delicious their food looked on IG (the whole reason why we booked). We were so excited that we had studied the menu and made the mental orders already. Now, the door still said Sushi Sato, but the menu said Kokoro, and it had nothing we saw on the online menu. I thought we were at the wrong place. So we asked one of the servers. Apparently they had revamped the menu at some point (not exactly sure when, but probably not long ago since the latest review here still had the old menu), because they wanted more of a fusion experience. Well, I think it is okay to add / delete things from the menu, but a complete facelift? They took out what we really came here for - the uni don - which was so disappointing. And, in the second interaction that my husband had with them, couldn't they mention that they were going to revamp the menu? Somehow communicate it across with the customers so they won't be caught completely off guard? Anyway, we ordered a few dishes just to test out the new "fusion" experience. Fish was fresh, but the entrees were very salty. There was very minimal service, but we were forced a 20% tip... honestly wouldn't recommend at all read more

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My friends and I visited recently. We had a wonderful time. Great place, food, and vibe. Staff was very friendly and welcoming.

I wanted to be able to select my favourite sushi pieces, therefore I opted for the a la carte option instead of the omakase. The uni, madai, ocean trout nigris were fresh! The lobster hand roll was also more flavourful than I anticipate it would be! The most disappointing dish was the crab miso risotto. It was served in a generous portion, however the flavour and texture just wasn't there. I would probably come back for their sushi and not hot food. read more

Sushi Sato - Lobster hand roll 11$ - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

I came here a while ago but my friend and I did the omakase course. Everything we ate was really fresh and different. The area was different from the main seating area. The light was dim so I enjoyed that. The chef was really nice too, we had a small conversation. He also accommodated to my preferences and taught us how to properly eat the food. read more

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Amazing service and ambiance. Food and cocktails were awesome will be back soon for a second visit