Japanese restaurant that's been a staple in Inner Sunset. It gets pretty busy even during the week for dinner, so I recommend reservations or be open to sitting at the bar. I like the specials they have, and I got their special for the day with plum wine. I LOVE their plum wine, it pairs nicely with the meal. The food was 4/5 for the price and quality :) read more

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1 star for the service 2 star for the food. Went there for dinner with a party of 6 at 5:30 pm last Friday. They sat us at a table for 4, with no end cap seating because it was squished between two other tables. When I told them it was too tight of a fit, they said it's just how it is. Yet there was a table for 6 available, and there were multiple tables for 4 that only sat 3 people each. The server was a Chinese woman with long orange hair. The food was just mediocre... not bad but not great, just okay. Still left the usual 18% tip but don't expect me to give a great review without accommodating service. I heard Amami opened a location in SF, they have great food and better service. Their SSF and San Bruno locations are always a hit. I'd go there next time. read more

First visit back to Ebisu post-Covid. Ebiisu has transformed over the years IMHO into the best neighborhood sushi restaurant in the City. It is not the overpriced restaurant like the ones downtown or the touristy ones near Japantown. All the half-decent sushi bars seemed to have fallen on hard times or closed, but Ebisu has stayed steady. Let's face it. Global warming and fishing regulations have not made a sushi meal any cheaper. How good is this place? It was a rainy Saturday night before Thanksgiving and most restaurants on and around Irving were only half full yet people were waiting 45 min outside. I walked around and saw lots of places to eat but still waited out. Everyone has their keys which make a good sushi restaurant. I have 3. 1. The sushi chefs don't just greet you, but are personable and interact with you. (I sit at the bar when I can) 2. Your favorite fish is always fresh (the Double Hamachi Roll is a must). And 3. They are innovative and have rolls with cool names (especially local ones). Legend has it that they created the 49er Roll which almost everyone has copied. For those who wonder why they have a roll named after Dexter Carter, one of the 49ers worst draft picks ever, it is because at 5'6" he was so tiny and the roll has shrimp in it. Now if you want to know why there is a roll called "Behind the Green Door", well you will just have to go and ask for yourself. You'll get a giggle. read more

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The restaurant is very cute and homey space. There are a lot of options from grilled entrees to soups to nigiri and sashimi and rolls. We ordered a seafood sunomono, sea bass nigiri, yellowtail nigiri, omakase plate and a rainbow roll. The rainbow roll was pretty good with a nice variety of fish and and crunch. The salad was decent with a nice acidic dressing. The nigiris were also well made but felt a bit pricey for the quality. Unfortunately, we were disappointed by the omakase plate. While the serving size was well worth the $45, the tuna and albacore were not amazing quality. I think if you're looking for decent sushi at a reasonable price Ebisu meets that bar. But if you want better fish, there are better spots out there. I would come again to try their hot dishes. read more

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We used to come here every week when we were living in San Francisco since 1988. The last time we came here was before pandemic. We ordered 6 rolls and few nigiri for lunch. It's... Terrible and the size are very small. I can't believe my favorite 49ner roll and caterpillar are looking like this. I believe Ebisu was the original creator back in the days. I feel sad. Time has changed. read more

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I am thankful that Ebisu continues to be well loved and visited by many. It deserves to be appreciated. It's been around for over 40 yrs - serving the Inner Sunset with outstanding fresh fish. In 2024 - it continues to serve up quality sushi. Ebisu is a short distance from Golden Gate Park - perfect if you're looking for some quality picnic fare, or if you are wanting something to eat, after emerging from the park. They offer lunch and dinner from Tuesday to Saturday (they are closed on Sundays and Mondays). You can eat in, get takeout- and even order online (I used to order delivery from here back in the day). Recently I came here with a friend around dinner time. We found a space at the bar. Our server couldn't have been more helpful. I had eaten ahead of time - so I wasn't planning on eating anything. I let the server know, and she was so accommodating. She was quick to bring out hot water with lemon for me. My friend ordered some rolls and a tofu dish. Her order came promptly - and she gushed over how flavorful everything was. We both welcomed the opportunity to catch up together - and we never felt rushed by our server. The sushi chefs were also fantastic. They checked in on us throughout our meal. Watching them gracefully craft rolls - it was evident how much pride they take in their masterfully made sushi. Ebisu isn't necessarily a place you go for ambiance. There's definitely better spots around for a sushi date night etc. But if someone was to ask me what sushi spot I would recommend in the area for quality fresh fish - I'd recommend Ebisu. They've remained consistent throughout the years and that says something. It's inspiring to me - that amongst all of the changes in SF - Ebisu is still around. Still committed to serving the area with solid sushi. And for that I give them a five stars. For prevailing. Trust. read more

Oh my gosh, I actually regret wasting money here... The quality of fish was so awful that I couldn't even force myself to finish half. Everything tasted like it had been sitting in the freezer for ages, the texture was mushy and unpleasant, even the tamagoyaki was grey. For $45+ with tax/tip, this is a total rip-off! read more

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Great long-time-running sushi spot in the inner sunset. Top shelf sake selection including Dewazakura options. Sashimi omakase is fresh and you get a large amount for the price. Specialty rolls are great too: I like the double hamachi, rainbow, family affair, and behind the green door. If you come by yourself during peak hours, you can often skip the waiting line if you ask the waitstaff if there is a single seat open at the counter. Sushi chefs are super friendly and make great conversation if you're sitting at the counter read more

I saw this spot on a list of the best sushi restaurants in SF, and I was a bit apprehensive. But walking in to a packed house at 6 PM on a Tuesday quickly changed my mind. And for good reason--everything we ate was absolutely delicious. The salmon and tuna literally melted in our mouths. Five stars all around! read more

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Excellent food with friendly and fast service even when very busy. Very pleasant ambiance with table and counter seating. A little noisy when busy, but that's just one of my personal bugbears. Definitely worth repeat visits. 5 Golden Stars! read more

Been going to Ebisu for years and stopped by here for lunch after a stroll at SF Botanical garden. Sushi is always fresh and there are many things to try. I recommend the lemon garlic edamame for appetizer and the Double Hamachi Roll as an Entree. Service was fast and efficient and the space filled up quickly on. Saturday afternoon. The restaurant is quite modern and spacious. This is one of my regular sushi restaurants I frequent in the Sunset and we come back here regularly. read more

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My favorite sushi place in the city, great date spot, the sushi is fresh and the chicken Katsu is amazing!!

easily 5 star experience. came here on a busy weekend and was able to be seated quickly considering a line of parties before me. the service was super friendly and quick overall. food was scrumptious and filling. highly recommend the bento if you want variety. read more

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This spot was recommended to me by my cousin who lives in the area. Even though I am not from CA I make it a point to visit Ebisu whenever I'm in SF. Do not be discouraged by the wait because yes it is worth it! My favorite dishes are the chirashi bowl and the panko oysters. Do yourself and favor and visit ebisu! read more

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Was looking at sushi spots in SF that aren't Omakase only and this one was highly recommended by lots. This is a popular neighborhood spot, tables filled up within 45 min of opening on Thursday night. I got the Dragon roll, Family Affair, and Hanukkah, as well as salmon belly and tuna belly nigiri. The nigiri were pretty good, they were on the fresh tasting side rather than fatty/heavy even though they were belly. Their Family Affair (roll consisting of tuna) was also really refreshing, the garnishing and sauce perfectly compliments the roll. The dragon roll was pretty standard, nothing that wowed me; I noticed one of the pieces were fake crab/lobster? I was surprised not all pieces had eel. Lastly, the Hanukkah was pretty unique. The fried salmon skin tasted like the outside of takoyaki to me. This roll doesn't have any sauce so it's on the lighter side, but I really liked the fried salmon skin in the middle, never had anything like that in a roll. read more

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I've been to Ebisu a few times for lunch and dinner, and the food has ranged from average to excellent. My usual go-to is the chirashi bowl. The quality, flavor, and variety of the fish is quite average. What was particularly impressive, however, was a recent seasonal menu item that came with cold udon, chawanmushi, and ikura/salmon don. All three items were flavorful, fresh, and delicious. The wait for a table can be quite long during peak times so I try to come on "off" days when possible. Overall a solid option when I am craving Japanese food! read more

Been coming here for years! This place is my favorite spot for sushi ever since Fuji on West Portal closed. IMO, the best things to order here are definitely their raw items and some of their appetizers like the lobster dynamite. I especially love their salmon and tuna belly sashimi, just absolute perfect, buttery fattiness. My mom regularly buys salmon sashimi for herself from various places, but when I get her an order from here, she'd take a bite then immediately go, "You went to Ebisu?" The freshness of their sashimi items truly stands out. The one star off? I'm not all that impressed by their rice dishes and bento boxes. Those dishes are nicely presented and not bad... just not great, either. It's like those items are just there to fill the menu for people who might want rice dishes, they feel really average for a restaurant like Ebisu. Also, their wait times can be really, unbelievably awful; sometimes, a simple to-go order for one specialty roll can take 1.5 hours! That's insane!!! The reason I like ordering to-go? The sit-down dining experience can be incredibly loud and overstimulating. During peak dinner times, the place is PACKED like sardines, and the sound just bounce chaotically around. I'm often really tired afterward from the noise; food aside, the eating experience here can be low-key stressful. The staff is ok - nice enough, but a bit brusque because of how busy they are. My personal tips: go at lunchtime if you can. If you go for dinner, try to line up around 4.30 before they open, or go in about an hour before they close. You'll probably get seated faster then. It's also seems easier to get seats if you're open to sitting at the bar. Also, good luck with parking and driving in that area. read more

Ebisu is a solid Japanese restaurant that serves all the classic dishes & sushi you'd expect. There's something for everyone: sashimi, chirashi, nigiri, temaki, sushi rolls, udon, rice bowls, and a huge assortment of appetizers. There's even a 10 piece omakase nigiri set if you want to try a bit of everything. It's a family friendly spot but can also be a date spot. The space is tight inside, with the back of someone's chair pretty much up against your table. So be mindful of your range of motion if you don't want to accidentally bump into someone lol. Prices are fair but lean on the pricier side, it's definitely not a budget friendly restaurant if that's what you're looking for. The quality of food is quiet good though. I can tell all the fish was fresh with no fishiness whatsoever. Don't skip on the appetizers, there's so much to choose from! The Agedashi tofu had mushroom tempura in it & the dish was surprisingly large. Service is quick & to the point. No complaints! read more

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Ebisu is one of my favorite sushi spots in San Francisco. It was the first place I visited when I started eating raw fish. It's an excellent introduction for those new to raw fish, as it's incorporated into rolls in small bits rather than large pieces of sashimi. My favorite roll here is the Family Affair--it's delicious, and I order it every time I visit. The ambiance is pleasant, and the service is consistently good. However, wait times can vary, and sometimes the wait can be quite long. read more

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I'll let the photo speak for itself. Some of the best sashimi and nigiri in sf! Cool little vibe and wonderful service. read more

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We were on vacation and stayed at a VRBO. The host recommended Ebisu. We went on a Saturday night, around 6pm, expecting a wait. We lucked out, as space opened up at the bar - we prefer sitting and watching the chefs' work their magic. My wife ordered Sashimi Omakase - 18 pieces of 6 types of sashimi, chosen by the chef. The slices of fish were generous. And the price, compared to ordering a single fish, was very reasonable. Since we had a late lunch, I only ordered a single roll - the Rainbow Roll. It was loaded with salmon and tuna. I liked it was not thick with rice, but just the right balance of fish to rice. It had a stick of cucumber that added a nice crunch and freshness. My wife had wine, a 1/2 bottle of Sauvignon Blanc (cheaper than buying a glass!!) and I had a Sapporo draft. Service was prompt and the place was PACKED!! When leaving, there was quite a few folks waiting for a table. A nearby Japanese restaurant, 2 doors down, was nearly empty. Tells you a LOT! Parking can be tricky, but we found a spot in Golden Gate Park, a couple of blocks away. We definitely recommend Ebisu! read more

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Had been meaning to check out Ebisu as it is my neighborhood sushi spot -- I now understand why there is always a huge line out the door to eat her. The fish is high quality & fresh. I came in on a Friday with a friend around 5pm and we were able to get sat immediately for a party of 2. The restaurant is pretty small with bar seating and a few tables. We ordered the edamame with togarashi lemon, per our waitress's recommendation, as well as the salmon belly nigiri and a few other rolls to share. Everything was absolutely delicious and well portioned. It felt like as soon as I took a bite and finished a piece, I wanted to eat another one immediately after. It's that good. One other notable item is that our waitress was very kind enough to let us know that a large party was going to arrive and if we wanted to order more food, we should do it now, before it takes a long time. Great sushi spot, just make sure you come early because you may have to wait for a while to get seated otherwise. read more

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Ebisu has been great in the past so we decided to go for a weekday lunch with our visitors in town. 4.5* sushi, 4* chefs/host, 1* manager/owner = good food but unwelcome ambiance. The host was kind but when we let her know we would like to add another person, the older woman (manager or owner) was visibly annoyed despite the table next to us being empty and the restaurant half full. Unfortunately, after that point this unhappy person took over and the service that followed was all downhill-- rudely collecting plate settings loudly from our table despite us ordering rolls we stated were to be shared (in addition to an entree each), sighing before loudly dropping a few plates back but only for half the table, collecting our food/utensils before we were done eating (it wasn't close to closing). Maybe she was having bad day or the popularity of this place got to her head but it made for an incredibly uncomfortable awkward lunch for us. I was embarrassed when our guests noticed since I had spoken so highly of this place. read more

A cozy restaurant with quality service! The restaurant is a bit small inside and there was a wait (20 min) even though it was a week day night. The bento box ($30) was much bigger than expected and very diverse with different types of side dishes to elevate the dish. The tempura udon ($18) was simple and the tempura was crispy and lightly battered. The dragon roll ($18) was filling and not too much out of the ordinary. Still recommend for the dragon roll lovers! read more

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Authentic Japanese restaurant, sushi rolls, saba grilled, tonkatsu, chawan Mushi, bento box... read more

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Haven't been here since a while back and decided to come in on a Thursday evening. We waited for a bit to be seated since the place wasn't very spacious. Food was on a pricier side but the flavors definitely hit the spot. The salmon teriyaki was so flaky and not over cooked. Service was pretty good too. read more

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Long line to get in during dinner time. Food is great. Especially like the Omakase. $45 for 18 pieces (6 different kinds, 3 pieces for each). But each piece is very small and thin. Given the price of $45, it is still good. You can try different fishes in one order. Lobster dynamite is something I do not see in other Japanese restaurants. Worth to try. But I think the lobster was overcooked. read more

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Better get here early to put your name down! Cozy seating and well worth the wait. Special rolls were delicious and fairly priced for the quality. Loooved the 49er roll, definitely add to your order. read more

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I've been coming here pre-Covid and haven't been back since. I remember loving this place as their specialty rolls are my favorite. On a Friday night, there was a wait list (unfortunately no online waitlist option and you have to place your name in person) with about 6 people ahead of us. Inside, there's some bar seating as well as tables but it's typically smaller tables (for parties of 2-4). We waited about 30-45 minutes, but we were able to kill time by walking around the area. We ordered the: *lobster dynamite *dexter carter (shrimp and salmon) *Romeo and Juliet (scallop and salmon) *rainbow roll (assorted fish and shrimp tempura) We also ordered 2 large beers to go with our meal (definitely more than enough volume for 2 people to share). For some reason, I remembered the rolls being bigger, but was a little disappointed when they came out. Taste-wise, I enjoyed the freshness of the fish. Our total after food and drinks came out to a little over 100, which isn't bad for sushi in the city. Ebisu is still my go-to spot for more affordable, quality sushi in the area. read more

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Overall A: Service very good; environment homey (as we'd lived here for 30 yrs). Panko breaded oysters a bit too big but tasty esp for a non-sushi person; Gyoza, Spider roll, Yellowtail. Highly recommend. (PS: on Yelp your html tagline is misspelled 'Ebidsu') read more

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got the beef / salmon bento box and so delicious beef teriyaki was so tender and cooked so well and flavorful included multiple sides / salads / pickles which gave a nice variety / balance salmon / tempura pretty standard but still good had the cod a different day and two of the appetizers salads - all great read more

Big crowd outside waiting to get a table. The wait about 20 minutes. Ok for me. It was a Friday evening. A crowd is expected. But he food is disappointing. The tempura shrimp is not fresh, lumpy and soft The miso soup is lukewarm. Very disappointing. read more

I have been coming since the 1990s. Still simply one of the best sushi joints in SF period. Not cheap but fresh and diff specials everyday. Pro tip - eat at sushi bar and order directly from chef if you are party of one or two. So delicious and comfort place. read more

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Good quality sashimi with choices for non-sashimi eaters. The omakase and deluxe combo had a good amount of medium to large cuts of fish. Dragon roll is your standard dragon roll. The romeo and juliet roll had bigger salmon chunks than I expected, and the scallops had a slight sweetness to them. We also got the Bento #1 with tempura and salmon, which has a lot more sides than other places. read more

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Drove down to San Fran for a visit, came here to eat some sushi, got three rolls, chicken katsu curry, and their special udon (no ramen). The rolls were okay, nothing out of the ordinary, maybe that was the best thing for us since the udon came first, it was very mediocre, overcooked chicken that had been boiled into a rock. Soup that was rather bland but had the chicken aroma and dashi with assorted veggies and tempura veggies. The tempura veggies were kind of undercooked, borderline at best. As for the Chicken Katsu Curry, it tasted like what I would make at home with packaged "hot" curry, as for the chicken it was overcooked as well and kind of dry. Service was pretty good, and helpful when needed. Inside is dark, with a service bar next to tables. For what was paid, it was very middling, nothing special. I guess if the best thing that could be said is that they do carry some special nigiris. I couldn't find the justification to pay 20 dollars for 2 pieces of raw tuna so there was that. The rolls were fairly priced at 12-20, but the udon costs 25, the curry I believe was about the same if not more than the udon. I recommend trying elsewhere if you're also here visiting. I really don't understand how this would pass for so many 5 stars, what's the point of it if there's objectively so many issues with the food. read more

Everything was delicious, tasted like high quality fish, and served pretty quickly! This was really nice since we were all super hungry. We loved all of our specialty rolls we got, especially the salmon and lemon roll (lemon was sliced extremely thinly on top, and added a nice fresh flavor that wasn't overwhelming to the whole roll). I do have to say though, I felt it was a bit expensive compared, and service felt a little off due to high volume of people. Other than that, we'd probably be back if in the mood for sushi that's high quality :) read more

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We arrived at a Saturday night. The place was already very busy. The food was good. I liked their sushi and rolls, but I loved the Bento box. However, it wasn't the best Sushi. The service was disappointing. The lady who wanted to get the order was rushing to get the order and for some reason was very upset at us. Even was I was easting, they were trying to clean the table for the next guest. I did not appreciate how they treated us. I am going to leave the 3 stars, but I probably would not go there again. read more

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Ebisu is a fancyish sushi restaurant located in the sunset. The menu is pretty fish heavy with limited noodle options. I came on a weekday night and there was no wait, and we had quick and attentive servers. Tables are a bit cramped together, but it felt ok to me since it wasn't too crowded when we got there. I got the swamp and dragon rolls, and I will say I was a bit disappointed. The swamp roll looked strange since it has seaweed salad on it, not very aesthetically pleasing lol. The spicy tuna in it was definitely spicy, and I think the roll had almost too much of it relative to the rice and seaweed ratio, it was kind of overwhelming to eat. The dragon roll was delicious though, there was plenty of eel on top and lots of flavor from the sauce. I liked the freshness and quality of the fish, but I think the swamp roll just wasn't really what I wanted or was expecting. I really liked the ambiance though and it would probably make for a cute spot for a date night! read more

I remember i came to Ebisu several years ago and i ordered the Toro. It was so good. The toro melt in my mouth because its very fat, and oily. I cant forget about it ever since. This time i come, i do have high expectations for the restaurant. We ordered some sashimi, sushi, Unadon and some Japanese oysters. First of all, they cut the sashimi in very small pieces. It's totally smaller than before. And the toro is not high quality because it has tendons in it and its not oily at all. The salmon belly taste no different than the normal salmon. The hamachi taste fresh but a bit fishy. I felt very disappointed in the sashimi giving the high price. As for the sushi, the uni is creamy but its not sweet. The other sushi is just normal quality. Nothing special. I like the sweet shrimps the most. The best dish today is the Unadon. Big piece of unagi on top, and seaweed in between the unagi and rice. The sauce is just the right amount of sweet. Its a good combination. The rice is soft too especially with the sauce. I'll only come back for this dish if anything. The waitress said the oysters are from japan. They are small and not sweet at all. I don't really like it. Overall, the quality definitely fall over the years. I hope they can have better quality fish. read more

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Ordered to go right when they opened yesterday and it was delicious!! Ordered the 18 piece sashimi set, cherry blossom, family affair, and a Spider hand roll. I called in my order and the lady was very kind. When I arrived my food was all packed and ready to go. I paid and they were very nice to my dog and I. They gave plenty of soy sauce and it was a pretty filling meal for 2 people for $80. Fish quality was great but tuna was a little fishy and the tako was very salty. The rolls were quite large and filling. Overall would love to come again read more

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