We came here at 11:00 AM, but the storefront gate was closed. A worker showed up a few minutes later and told us they actually open at 11:30 AM, which didn't match the hours listed on Yelp or the sign posted outside. When they finally opened, the owner told us the sushi rice wasn't ready yet. At that point we had already waited 30 minutes, so we decided to try other items instead. I asked again what time they actually open, and he said 12:00 PM. I suggested they update Yelp and the store sign so customers aren't misled, and the response was just "ok." No apology or acknowledgment. We tried to stay unbiased about the food. The strawberry karaage was unique, and the katsu was okay, but nothing memorable enough to return for. The server was good and attentive, which was probably the best part of the experience. Overall the place felt disorganized and not very customer-focused. Between the confusing hours and the attitude, it's hard to recommend. 2 stars. read more

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We came in to celebrate our anniversary on a slow Wednesday night. The staff were very attentive and kind. Because it was such a slow night, they even offered us a fried organic tofu appetizer on the house! Their sushi was delicious. Their rolls contain less rice and more fish. They also don't drown their fish in sauces and mayo which I really appreciate. I would definitely return to eat again and try their donburis and curry dishes! read more

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Ugh, I loved it. The cutest, cozy, homey restaurant ever. Straight out of the Japanese countryside cottage picture book. Food was delightful. I'm dreaming of going back for the salmon maguro don-- the fish was so tender and fresh, well marinated, and served on a generous pile of sushi rice. Will definitely be going back to try their other items! read more

Echigo Home Cook - Salmon Maguro Don - Japanese Near Me - San Francisco, California

I loved the ambiance and decor of the restaurant. Would be great for a nice birthday party. The service was wonderful here. Friendly and efficient. Fresh fish was so delicious! The only think I didn't like was the chicken karaage which I was burping up afterward. Didn't sit well. read more

Echigo Home Cook - Japanese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Came here at around 5:30 pm on a Saturday and we got a table of three immediately. The interior is pretty spacious with a bright ambiance and cute decor everywhere. I really wanted to try some different sushi options this time as I only got a taste from their handroll last time. Miso Soup - Simple and a classic. It was a little pricey but it is what you expect it to be. Salmon Nigiri Tasting - This came with five pieces which included salmon, smoked salmon and ikura where I was excited to try their salmon after having it last time. The classic salmon was fresh and tasty like last time but the smoked salmon added a nice smokiness and melt in mouth texture that I enjoyed. Mummy Roll (Hamachi Lover) - The roll stood out to me from the menu because of the yuzu spicy hamachi which packed a savory and sour flavor. It was crunchy, fresh and creamy all at once. Other dishes we got at the table was a sashimi salad which was really refreshing with a sour yuzu sauce and thin sliced sashimi assortment as well as a chirashi where the tuna was the star. From the drinks to food to service, we enjoyed the ambiance as well as trying many more diverse dishes from the menu. read more

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was my favorite place now since open dinner hours I can't pick up at 2:30 am and after being able to pick io sushi between 00:00 and 03:30 I is sad. Food is amazing only had bad food experience one time every other time has been best ever. read more

We had reservations at 7:45pm. Got sat immediately, server took orders for a table that came after us but we let that slide. We got our drinks and appetizer after 20 min, and by 9pm we still haven't received our main course. Decided to pay for our drinks and leave. Two others left as well. It's a cute place so if you don't mind soaking in the ambiance for over an hour waiting for your food, have at it. read more

Slightly bougier than average sushi place. Everything was extremely flavorful and tasty. Cute decor as well. Definitely recommend the pork katsu curry! The rolls were tasty and come in 8 pieces. Definitely great late night food spot as well! read more

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Loved this place! Stopped by for dinner before our reservations at an escape room nearby and it was so good! The place is so cute and the servers were so nice, we came at a later time 8:30 but they were so accommodating and they gave us free Veggie gyoza. I recommended it to everyone even my relatives who live in south Bay lol. read more

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The salmon ikura don was a bit pricy for 4 pieces of salmon and ikura for $28. It was yummy though and generous amount of wasabi. Just wish there were more salmon. The pork katsu curry was very generous thick cut pork pieces, breaded well but the pork was a little tough/overcooked but understandable since we did a takeout order to picnic at Dolores Park. The curry was flavorful with spices, the rice was cooked perfectly. Friendly staff for prompt pickup. read more

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Unimpressed by everything I had here. Rolls were mediocre, nigiri wasn't the freshest. The server was nice enough. The place is kind of tacky inside. There were two parties in the entire restaurant and they were sat directly next to each other. read more

I always love a late night option on Valencia for sushi! I've heard about the curry at this spot from a coworker and wanted to try it out. I went with a couple of friends and we were seated relatively quickly considering the dinner rush, which surprised me vs having to wait it out for a spot. The interior is a blend of styles with some variation in seating options. Loved the homemade ginger ale, but fair warning: stir it really well! When it arrived, the bottom was pure ginger and the top was just fizzy water. For my main, I got the pork katsu curry. The curry itself was very flavorful, and has to go with the rice. I was a little disappointed with the katsu. The pork was juicy, but the breading wasn't as crispy as I would have liked. My friend ordered the salmon chazuke, which looked absolutely amazing. I'm definitely going to try that next time! I wasn't sure what to expect for the prices, but the portion sizes were on the generous side, and we had to to-go part of the food. The service was friendly, with only some trouble getting our bill at the end of the meal. read more

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I have to admit I was rather disappointed with this new Japanese spot on Valencia. Having taken over the former Borderlands bookstore, the owners definitely refreshed the space with a contemporary cross between a French cottage and a Japanese kissaten. The menu was extensive, though price points were on the high side even for the Mission. Naturally that amped up my expectations of the quality of the food. Toward that end, it was a hit-or-miss affair. I don't know what triggered it, but service was strangely off here. I first ordered the $19.50 Duck Breast Goat Cheeses, which sounded like a small duck salad, but it never came. I didn't question it because the other dishes were arriving in random order. By the time I finished the meal, I didn't want it anymore, and it didn't show up on the check. Like I never ordered it. Hmm. I also ordered the $20.50 Hamaichi Kama which unfortunately arrived overcooked and dry (photo: https://yelp.to/zHUqCA38GF). As I picked at it, the $15.50 Green Bites arrived. It was billed as three tastes of vegetarian bites. No argument about that. It turned out to be blistered shishito peppers, salted edamame, and fried tofu cubes with a bit of aioli on the side (photo: https://yelp.to/TMXgk_PbFc). Fresh but rather bland. Nothing ventured, nothing gained. Things finally turned around with the hand rolls. Here is where they finally excelled for me. I had two. The first was the $15.50 Salmon Ikura with shiso (photo: https://yelp.to/iaNAjYTUOE). It was genuinely fresh and overflowing with fresh salmon roe (photo). The second was the $17.50 Uni Hotate which combined creamy Santa Barbara sea urchin with a Hokkaido scallop (photo: https://yelp.to/YkVAiuqzW0). There was real finesse in the way the hand rolls were assembled, and the flavors reflected that. Perhaps I should restrict myself to sashimi the next time I come here. I guess I can forgive them for the duck oversight, but I think they should pay more attention to the kama when it's on the grill. FOOD - 3 stars...the hand rolls was the saving grace among a series of disappointments AMBIANCE - 4 stars...the decor was a nice fusion of cultures SERVICE - 2.5 stars...kinda erratic TOTAL - 3 stars...stick with the hand rolls RELATED - Exploring the Mission? Here's my collection of places I've patronized and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2NHtst6 read more

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I appreciate that there is a sushi place open up late on weekdays! My friends and I were wrapping up a night event and needed a place to eat at for dinner. Luckily, we were able to be seated and accommodated right away. The interior of the restaurant is very pretty and nicely decorated, so we took some time to absorb the atmosphere before we ordered. Their menu has a variety of options, which made it difficult to decide on what to order. Everyone ordered something different and we were able to try each other's food. I ordered the Passionfruit Lemonade, Hamachi Carpaccio, Zombie Chef Roll, and Salmon Tasting to share with my boyfriend. The lemonade was sweet and refreshing, you can tell that it was homemade. The carpaccio was delicious, especially with the truffle oil. The roll was okay, it didn't really blow our minds like the carpaccio did. Lastly, the salmon tasting was delicious, but it made us realize we're not that big fans of Ikura. The servers were nice and very attentive to our table! I would definitely want to come back to try out the rest of their menu read more

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I dined here with a group of friends on a weekday evening. This place was fairly empty aside from 2 other parties, yet service was very slow. It took ~20 minutes for a staff to eventually come and take our order. The sushi here is not worth it. I ordered a fire tuna roll, and it was such a tiny roll! The fish quality was mediocre at best. The roll also had a handful of green onions sprinkled on top, which was not mentioned anywhere on the menu as an ingredient. I have a food intolerance to green onions, so I would've asked for no green onions had I known. I even purposely chose a roll that didn't mention "green onions" on the menu because I noticed some rolls listed green onions as an ingredient. My roll also arrived on the same plate as a roll that someone else in my group ordered. But we weren't seated next to each other, so I had to manually move my roll over to another plate myself. I tasted a piece of the katsu curry that a friend ordered, and it was just okay. The meat quality wasn't good because it was too chewy. I prefer the katsu curry at another restaurant around 1 mile north of this place. It's a shame I didn't have a great experience here because I've walked by this place so many times before and was really curious about trying it after seeing the menu items and how nicely decorated the interior is. Sadly, things looked better than they tasted here. read more

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Echigo offers recognizable and traditional Japanese dishes, but don't expect Japanese cooking. Our sushi had generous slices of fish, however was served with Jasmine rice. This is the first I've seen that happen before. I asked for agedashi, which is a typical Japanese fried tofu appetizer, but we got something like a glutinous rice encrusted chewy tofu instead. The Hamachi kama appeared to be covered in tempura batter when served and was not made the way its typically grilled. Service can also be a bit slow as there are not many staff working. This was an easy place to go near where we were in the Mission, but I would not return. It was all fine, but not authentic Japanese cooking for authentic dishes. read more

It's just mid. I've had a lot of tonkatsu in Japan. You don't need to necessarily have super high quality pork to taste good. The two most important things are really just the breading and the sauce. I think this place falls through on both categories. The sauce is a bit too sweet, not enough acidity for the tonkatsu, and would be better if they just had bottled sauce from the Japanese supermarket. The breading is thin, kind of gelatinous, and doesn't have enough air. For $22.50 for tonkatsu, I didn't really feel like I enjoyed it. It lacked the right taste. I would recommend Curry Hyuga over this place. read more

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Not the best experience, I'm hoping it's just a fluke. The menus are extremely worn and it's hard to make out what is actually on the menu. After placing our order, we found out they were out of uni, which is almost half the menu - very disappointing. It would have been nice if the server had told us that beforehand. Ambiance was nice, but not enough I make me want to give this place another try. The food we got was fine. read more

My favorite Japanese for food and vibes. Echigos reminds me of cafes in Japan decor wise which is a vibe you don't usually get in Japanose places in the Bay. The fish is impeccable but the star for me is their udon dishes. Both the mentaiko udon and the lobster udon are my favorite noodle dishes of all time in SF. Also love their ochazukes. Haven't had a bad thing here. I also like their coconut hojicha. Very underrated imo, but the perfect chill place to have a date or a date with girlfriends. read more

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I dined here with my partner for a special occasion and wasted my time and money. I'd seen reviews praising the food but warning about poor service. As someone in the service industry, I came in with grace--but our experience was worse than expected. We ordered the five-piece omakase for its highlights: uni, scallop, and A5 wagyu. It took nearly 50 minutes to arrive--before our appetizers (which never came)--and without any notice, the uni and scallops were substituted!!! When I raised the issue, the server seemed confused and said, "We gave you two more fish. What's the problem?" The sushi chef echoed the same and acted annoyed I was upset that I did not want his substituted fish. Only after pushing did he suddenly produce a scallop--after claiming they were out. I cannot understand why 2 out of the 5 pieces listed on their Omakase set was out and replaced without any notice. The wagyu? According to my partner, the worst he's ever had. When we asked about our appetizers, the server asked if we still wanted them--another 50-minute wait wasn't an option at that point. This was one of the most disappointing meals we've had, both in quality and experience. I actually reached out to the business to give direct feedback rather than posting it online, but they never responded to me. I do hope they improve their service because we both left completely upset with what we had experienced. Such a shame for a new business. read more

Echigo Home Cook - Japanese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Found a newer spot to order some late night sushi delivery. I've ordered here 2 times now and their sushi has been nothing short of fresh. They have a bunch of "Buy 1 get 1 free" deals and my favorite is the fried tofu. Its lightly salted with peppers and served with a nice side of mayo. My orders have been the Echigo 49er Roll, Salmon Lover Roll, Flying Dragon Roll, Cow Hollow Roll, Flaming Roaring Tiger Roll. Each have been tasty and at a fair price. Although the karaage was fresh I wish it was a bit more breaded and marinated a bit like some other places. Regardless I will be trying more rolls and items here! Also, they have great sustainable packaging with amazing presentation. Not the usual black and clear plastic containers or circular smoked containers here. They have small thank you stickers on the openings of the containers which are a nice touch. Lastly, they staple their delivery orders! A secured bag makes me more inclined to order knowing it's safe in transit read more

Echigo Home Cook - (Bottom) Flying Dragon Rolls (Buy 1 get 1 free), Flaming Roaring Tiger Roll (Top right) and Cow Hollow Roll (Top left). - Japanese Near Me - San Francisco, California

The pork katsu was a bit dry and the curry was just alright. The uni udon was nice - had good flavor and the noodle texture was good. read more

Echigo Home Cook - Pork Katsu Curry - pork was a bit dry - Japanese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Cute spot on Valencia! We walked in and got seared right away. The sushi here is great quality, and the service was good. I loved the handroll I got, it's definitely flavorful and was a good size. I would probably just go for nigiri/sashimi/hand rolls next time, I think their quality is better than the rolls in general even though the rolls are good overall! The drinks were veryyyy good, I would come back just to try all their different flavors alone. read more

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Came here for our friend's bday because we have a handroll tradition, and was impressed by the fish! We got mainly salmon, ikura, tuna, unagi, and scallop -- Fish quality was great!! There was plenty of seating inside, and it was fairly empty on a Sunday evening so the service was pretty fast. Our servers were very attentive. The only tiny downside was that the lettering of the menus were run down, to the point of slowing down the ordering process. It was definitely very aesthetic (menus were a paper scroll vibe) and matched the rest of the nice styling of the restaurant, but a lot of squinting was involved bc they also just had an extensive menu! We also got lucky with an extra unagi handroll on the house - little things like this add a lot to the experience, so super thankful. read more

Echigo Home Cook - Salmon ikura handrolls, creamy scallop, unagi avocado, tuna - Japanese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Casual and quaint sushi spot with lots of seating. Service was pleasant and prompt. The fish was super fresh. Yellowtail and tuna were so good. The miso soup was lovely with nice little squares of tofu. Bookmarked and will be back next time in SF. read more

Echigo Home Cook - Yellowtail and avacado! Most CA dish. Delicious - Japanese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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What a find! I'm so happy to have found a late night option in the neighborhood that can accommodate my gluten free and vegan needs. It's really beautiful inside, super aesthetic while still feeling cozy, and the service was excellent. 10/10, will be back. read more

Everything was amazing from the food to the ambiance. The staff was all very attentive and answered any and all questions my group had. read more

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I love this place! This is my 2nd review and it just hits every time. Great service and even gave us fried tofu on the house. read more

Echigo Home Cook - Echigo 49ers Roll - Japanese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Decent place but I'd didn't think it reached the price point it was asking for some dishes. Place was empty when we came around 6 on a Friday night, and had only two more table filled by the time we left around 7. Menus are indeed very worn down to the point where it's hard to read. Hamachi carpaccio was good, but not something I'd swoon over to order again. Fish was good, but I couldn't taste the truffle oil. Was just like hamachi in oil? Delicious, but I was expecting just a little more flavor. Tuna tasting was very good, although ~maybe not quite there to be $35 for four pieces. The don with salmon and tuna was very good, and it was quite refreshing to have avocado with it. Tuna cuts were very good in it. Overall, nice ambiance, but I think I'd like to try the cooked items on the menu more! read more

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We were interested in trying this newly-opened sushi spot in The Mission. Initial impressions when we stepped in was that the place had a very unique aesthetic and ambiance that you don't really see often in San Francisco. It was especially "home-y" and cozy, it kinda reminded me of someone's living or dining room in a strange way... The food was presented really well and prepared quickly, but nothing particularly stood out to be completely honest. We ordered a variety of things, 2 rolls (Salmon Lover Roll, Valencia Roll), Pork Katsu Curry, and the Kaki Fry (which the waitress recommended). It was all SOLID, but nothing was SPECTACULAR. It was pretty empty when we arrived (though it was a very early dinner at 5:00pm), so the service was very fast and attentive, which we appreciated. Overall, I don't know if I'd come back, but I wasn't particularly disappointed that I tried it either. read more

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Completely foiled by the exemplar reviews. The sushi was subpar considering how much they charged. Multiple pieces from the sashimi tasting were stale and mushy. That said, the only upside was the vibe and service were nice. I guess this could be a place where you'd take a date who don't care too much about sushi. read more

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Excellent! Friendly and great service, very accommodating! Fresh and delicious food! Was surprised that they weren't full, a hidden gem!

Initially I was wondering why "home cook" was added to the resto name. IMO, the simpler the better and Echigo is good enough. But, after dining at Echigo Home Cook, I get it. The hospitality and vibe is on-point...it's cozy and homey, and the staff goes out of their way to make sure you're having a great meal...like you're guests in their home. They even brought TT duck treats and a bowl of water. Any business that treats my dog well...take my monies! Soft opening last month is Echigo Home Cook. They were previously located in The Marina. Open for takeout, delivery, and dine-in. Rezzies available on Yelp. M E N U Japanese cuisine - extensive menu with apps/izakaya, sushi, donburi, curry, udon, sandos, omakase, etc. Daily fish specials. Kid's meal available. Beer & sake available. F O O D * Complimentary Fried Tofu w/ salt + pepper seasoning, wasabi mayo // 4 stars: http://tinyurl.com/rbfmj4u3 While waiting for our order, they kindly brought this out for us. Solid starter - the fried tofu was golden brown, crispy, and soft. Paired well with the creamy, zesty wasabi [kewpie] mayo. * Deluxe Chirashi Don: Chef selected seasonal premium fish w/ kurodai, akami, hokkaido hotate, a5 miyazaki wagyu, zuke sake (?), ikura, otoro, hokkaido uni, toro tartar, hamachi toro, and red crab ($69.50 x2) // 4.5 stars: http://tinyurl.com/nr5m6p63 Pristine cuts of fresh fish (~10 pc) laid over perfectly cooked sushi rice. The glistening cuts were rich and buttery, slightly seasoned with soy sauce so extra wasn't really needed. Plus, the ikura added burst of umami. The sushi rice was well-seasoned and the proper room temp with a good bite and stickiness. To nitpick, the A5 wagyu was overtorched (I like it rarer) and the price point is quite steep. Then again, you're getting a premium selection at a premium location on Valencia. Treat yourself. * Pork Katsu Sando: Fried + breaded 12-hour braised pork katsu, housemade tonkatsu sauce, shredded cabbage ($19.95) // 4.5 stars: http://tinyurl.com/2a5kewjz First time having katsu that's braised before being fried and it's a game changer. The thick pork cutlet was crispy on the outside and hella juicy + soft on the inside....sandwiched between pillowy soft japanese milk bread. The tangy tonkatsu sauce (like worcestershire sauce) helped cut through the meatiness while the cabbage gave it a fresh crunch. Since the cutlet is thick, I would have liked some sauce on the side for dipping. S E R V I C E The owner, Anna and staff are hospitality driven, so sweet and welcoming. Prompt food service for early dinner service. A M B I A N C E Cute date night vibes! Warm, cozy, and tastefully decorated with a mix of tables and high tops (no seats at the sushi bar). Also, great for a solo dining. If you go for an early dinner, it's quiet enough that you can read a book while enjoying your meal. P A R K I N G Difficult street parking but there's a garage 1.5 blocks away on 21st/Bartlett. Overall, Echigo Home Cook is serving high-quality Japanese eats with great hospitality and homey vibes. If you're in The Mission, check them out! read more

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Had a reservation at 12p today. Gate was locked close and the place had no one inside. Walked by at 1:30p having had lunch somewhere else and the place was still locked up. I don't like leaving negative reviews but you gotta be open when you take reservations....... read more

This place was very yummy ! We order a the Echigo Rainbow Roll which was very yummy. The miso soup was delicious and we had the fried chicken starter The ambiance is cute but the service was a little slow, I mean it wasn't busy at all. read more

Service was pleasant. Restaurant was clean. (Extra brownie points, I saw them cleaning tables between different parties with cleaning supplies.) Food was good. At the table was a crab roll, sashimi salad, toro (fatty fish) sashimi, unagi don, katsu curry, scallops with udon noodles. All the plates were small portions, but my kids (2 adults) are picky and everyone enjoyed their choices. Besides small plates, biggest issue was the menu. The print was small and faded. I'm talking 4pgs of print so small I couldn't make out even half the items. This problem carried down to the tea selection. I shared the menu with 3 other people we all had same issue, including the waiter. All that said, I tried the"Lavendar tea"... and it was delicious. Tab a bit over $200, so I'd say pricey for what was served. read more

TL:DNR; Food was good, service was good, ambiance was quiet and pleasant. There are still kinks that need to be worked out, but I came on the 3rd day of the soft opening and would definitely try it again. Ambiance: The place was spacious (old Borderlands Books location), clean, well lit, and quiet. There were only 4 occupied tables at the time, so it may have contributed to the noise levels. Service: Echigo has a very extensive menu. They were very kind in giving us space to review this whole booklet. They checked in on us to see if we had any questions, but it didn't feel overbearing. The only thing I would have liked is if they told us what fish we were being served with the nigiri pieces - especially if you're someone that's new to sushi. Food/Drinks: We got the Hakushika hanakohaku yuzu sake, which I found way too sweet. It was still good, but I liked our second choice much better, which was far more mellow (the name of the sake eludes me, so I'm sorry I can't give you the name). The pork curry was crispy and light. It didn't feel oily or greasy. The curry was thick and flavorful, atop a bed of fluffy rice. We ordered the sakura roll and another roll, which I forgot the name. The rolls were tightly wrapped and didn't fall apart. The only downside is that the rolls are very sauce-heavy, so some of the light fish flavors and nuances are washed away. Next time, I might ask for the sauce to be placed on the side, so I can dip it, instead. The sushi set combo was also a delight and the fish was fresh, however, as I stated earlier, I would have liked it if they told us the types of fish for the 6 pieces of nigiri. The flavors of the fish were delicate and I enjoyed the pieces that I tried. All in all, the prices were good, the service was good, and the fish was good. I would definitely come back again in a few months to try it out again, once the kinks are all worked out. read more

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on par with some of the other reviews, this place serves good looking food that doesn't match its pricing. the staff are patient with us. the restaurant has cozy vibes The Lion King is my favorite roll to get at every Japanese restaurant here it is closer to seared than baked and kinda odd. The sushi rice was cooked with too much water so it was packed and mushy. The Mummy roll was okay. The chicken katsu is one of two driest chicken katsu that I've had in the last 5 years. The curry roux is good but there is very little of it. Grateful that they are open late but just not good enough for me to come back. read more

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Best sushi in SF!!! I specially like the hand rolls and Ika Karaage, highly recommended. Nigiri is also a good choice.

Sushi here is delicious. Also really like the atmosphere. So cozy. Staff is awesome. I enjoy the no rush, chill vibe that I have experienced every time I have eaten here. It is a bit pricey, but it seems appropriately priced for the quality of sushi you receive. Definitely looking forward to returning here soon. Salmon lovers roll is one of my my must haves every time I come here. read more