Stumbled upon this place while walking in Fisherman's Wharf and decided to give it a try. I'm pretty picky with sushi, but decided to give this place a try and was pleasantly surprised. My boyfriend and I were the only ones there and were seated immediately. He started off with the miso soup, which was served right away. He also got the rainbow roll and a spicy tuna handroll. I started off with the gyoza and then got the Shrek roll. The gyoza was hot and cooked perfectly, not overly fried or greasy. All of the fish was really fresh and delicious. The avocado on my Shrek roll was generously portioned and fresh! I also loved the sauce on the roll. The portions were great for the price, and we left feeling really satisfied with our meal. Would love to go back the next time we're in Fisherman's Wharf! read more

Did a quick trip to the Fisherman's Wharf with my Wife and we decided to go grab some sushi. This one wasn't a far walk for us so we decided to give it a shot. Arrived and it wasn't the cleanest restaurant but not terrible. We were sat down quickly and the waitress was quick and polite. I order a nigiri set which came with a delicious miso soup. My Wife had one of their specialty rolls. The roll was okay but wasn't really anything to write home about. My biggest issue was with the nigiri set. The fish did not taste fresh. Almost seemed like generic supermarket fish. It wasn't bad or spoiled just not great. I wouldn't tell anyone not to come here but based on what I got I probably wont return. read more

Such a great experience at Flying Ninja! The sushi is delicious, and the menu has something for everyone. Mia was an amazing server--super friendly and attentive. We came in with a large group close to closing, and they still took great care of us and were so kind, even though we ended up staying after hours. That level of service really stands out! read more

I had such a great experience at Flying Ninja! I ordered the Shrek roll and the gyozas...both were delicious and came out incredibly fast. The neighborhood was pretty quiet when I visited, but the moment I sat at the bar I was greeted so warmly. The staff were genuinely kind, polite, and so sweet. Highly recommend if you're staying nearby! I was up the road at the Alton Kimpton and it was just a quick 5-minute walk. I'd definitely come back! They also have a lovely patio with fire pits. read more

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Was at Pier 39 for the Pokemon Go event. I felt like sushi and Flying Ninja was down the street. Small corner restaurant with indoor/outdoor seating. I lunched outside as the weather was sunny and cool. We ordered the Summer Love and Flying Ninja rolls. Food was enjoyable and customer service was great. They had a lot to offer on the menu. read more

Flying Ninja - Summer Love roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

Fabulous, filling, and five star service. Got a bento box that was delicious, and cool spot on Fishermans Wharf!

Just ate here and it's delicious! Highly recommend the Wonder Woman, Ghirardelli and Flying Ninja rolls. The service was great and the sake too! read more

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A Disappointing Experience at Flying Ninja We had walked by Flying Ninja many times over the last few months and always wanted to try it. Finally, we got the chance to do a takeout. I stopped by the menu outside for a glance and was pleasantly welcomed by the lady and gentleman working there. The menu looked very inviting. I decided on a Sherek Roll and their Salmon Special, which came with a few pieces of nigiri, sashimi, and something else I do not recall. I had read the reviews, and I was hoping for a pleasant experience, but we were disappointed. The fish did not taste fresh at all, and we did not finish either dish because it just did not feel right. As mentioned above, I had read other fellow Yelpers' reviews and ratings, so I am guessing Flying Ninja had a bad day on that date. As for the environment, the outside seating area looked fine, but when I walked in, the tables and the counter were a bit messy, so if we were to eat there, I would not sit inside. I am giving them a three-star rating instead of two to account for the possibility that this was one of those bad-timing situations, and things are usually much better. read more

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Amazing food even better service! Highly recommend. I was looking for something with my coworkers for dinner after a long flight. Stumbled upon Flying Ninja and could not be happier with the decision read more

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I gave a 2 star because the food wasn't that bad. But the customer service is poor. The lady dropped my daughter's straw on the ground and picked it up and put it on the table for us to use. She never came to check on us but checked on other tables. Gave a small tip and lucky she got that. read more

Was in SF for the weekend for an Alcatraz/Golden Gate swim event, staying in a hotel at Fisherman's Wharf. This is an annual event and we have done this for many years since I was diagnosed with celiac disease (coming into 16 years now). For whatever reason, this trip has been especially difficult finding places that have GF (more than a salad or steamed vegetables, and not just pizza). I have gotten attitude from multiple places and then gotten severely glutened. By the time we came to Flying Ninja, I was pretty worried that it would happened again. Let me just shout from the rooftops: **THE OWNERS OF FLYING NINJA ARE VERY WELL VERSED IN GLUTEN FREE AND WHAT GLUTEN IS!!** This was SO reassuring!! There's nothing that makes a person with celiac more nervous than asking if something is GF and the response being "well, it has meat" or "it has cheese". They were quick to let me know which items had gluten and after we ordered, we realized the roll my husband got had imitation crab (which theirs has gluten), and since we wanted to share everything, we let them know. The lady (who I assume is co-owner) ran back to the kitchen yelling "stop! Stop! Gluten!" and then let us know alternative rolls to get. The pieces of fish were generous and tasty. And of course they had GF soy sauce. What we ordered: Hamachi Kama (grilled yellowtail cheek) - delicious! Negihama Roll (Yellowtail + green onion) Alaska Roll (Salmon + avocado) Cherry Blossom Roll (salmon + avocado inside, tuna outside) Tl;dr SAFE FOR CELIACS/GF! Delicious and generously portioned fish! Will definitely keep this on the "safe" list for next year! read more

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The food was great. Service was very friendly. It was cozy and comfortable. We had a very late lunch. Gyoza and sushi was great. Soda was in a can read more

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10/10!! This was so yummy. Such good and welcoming service. Every single item we ordered was so tasty and the portions were so generous. I highly recommend the Golden State roll!! read more

Flying Ninja - Golden State Roll + Chicken Karaage - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

Amazing location and ambience away from the crowd. The place is tucked in the classic brown bricked building away from the noisy crowd along beach street. One will truly enjoy the meal. Food is good and served hot. The service is on the dot. Thank you to the 2 lovely Japanese couple manning the restaurant. read more

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I had a reservation and got there about 5 minutes before the time .Didn't sit me down and sat others down !I told the lady and she sat us down after took her 30 minutes to get our order . Took 2 HOURS for our food and drinks *served other before me and my boyfriend * -didn't even bring us our drinks but everyone else who got there after us had there drinks . HORRIBLE SERVICE THEY NEED BETTER CUSTOMER SERVICE!!!!! read more

Was excited to see a sushi restaurant right next to our hotel! Loved how it is located in such a busy area! Right when you walk into the patio the owner/sushi chef greets you with a hello! I love the authentic feel of the restaurant. Bento box came with a lot of food, especially for lunch! Husband ordered the golden gate roll and enjoyed his Choice as well! As we were leaving the chef/owner tells us bye with big smiles read more

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Flying Ninja is located in a busy area but it didn't feel overly crowded. I ate here the last two times I visited San Francisco. I hadn't been back after the pandemic until this trip. I was pleased to see it was still open and thriving. The sushi chef is always so friendly. He greets guests as they walk in with a smile from ear to ear. It's an authentic welcome! I enjoy chicken teriyaki with miso soup. It was delicious. We also ordered sushi to see if still tasted as fresh as the last time. It was right on point. Flying Ninja is an authentic Japanese eatery with quality food for a good price. They offer daily specials with good friendly service. The outside dining area is a nice choice for a table if available. read more

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Low quality pics, high quality food (and service)! This gem is right in the heart of Fisherman's Wharf and made for a perfect dinner on a warm SF evening. The outdoor setup was decked out in twinkly lights and brought a nice ambiance to compliment the delicious food! We got to try a few rolls, including the Flying Ninja, the sashimi combo, calamari, gyoza, and the fried tofu (which was a highlight). Also had the privilege of trying the gyudon-style bbq beef with rice which was very tasty. The sashimi was buttery fresh and I loved the unique roll combinations. The owners were so friendly and kept bringing us food and drinks! Will hopefully be coming back soon. read more

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sat down , took 20 mins just to order, didnt get any of the drinks at least while we waited. asked 3 times for at least water. it wasnt super full so we werent expecting to wait 2 hours to receive the food. only 1 of the 6 items ordered got to us before we told them to just cancel it . we left at around 2 hours. cancelled the rest paid and left. read more

Worst service I've ever seen I was there for nearly 1.5 hr and didn't even get my full order I eventually left still hungry and amazed on how they are still in business read more

Nice restaurant. The sushi was very fresh. My husband got the fried chicken appetizer and that was very moist. If back in the area would return. read more

The place is beautiful from the outside and it is very warm and welcoming. I was expecting this place to be more of a fun atmosphere sort to say. Do not get me wrong, the service from the lady was good, she was super sweet. The food was nothing out of the world. I have tried better sushi' and my boyfriend has also tried better ones and he is the sushi expert here. We got the "Ghirardelli Roll", "Stuffed Jalapeños", and the "Yakisoba Noodles". The stuffed jalapeño with cream cheese was definitely the star of the our restaurant experience. Although it came with only 4 slices, the slices were delicious and would order them again. Going into the sushi roll, I have nothing much to say. I am sure there were better sushi rolls on their menu but that one was recommended by the waiter herself. Lastly, the. noodles were alright. We added beef to ours and it only had like 6 pieces scrambled around. In the end, I believe anyone might enjoy this restaurant but this is probably a restaurant we would not go back to. Lovely service but the food was alright. read more

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Such a sweet and quaint place on the wharf. It was a bonus that they have their own bathroom and we didn't have to use the yucky public bathrooms outside. I ordered the unagi and the Golden Gate Bridge roll and we got bento boxes with chicken teriyaki and gyoza. Everyone left very satisfied! read more

This place was across the way from the hotel we were staying at. I ordered the unagidon which was top notch. My husband ordered a sushi roll which was very tasty and we also ordered some spam masubi. The place seemed small but the service was good. We enjoyed the food very much. If this was down where I lived I would be a regular. read more

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This place was great - cute outside seating area with warmers perfect for the cold. I had their bento box, most of my party had sushi. Everyone was happy with what they got. Service was fast, and the staff were friendly. Would definitely come again. read more

Had a great time here with a group of friends. Food was great, service was welcoming and kind, and the outdoor seating was very cozy. Will definitely be back. read more

The ambience was great and the staff were very welcoming! The menu pictures on yelp are a bit outdated and so I've decided to post the new ones! They are pricier than other sushi places but the taste is delicious. The sushi melts in your mouth! read more

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We had an amazing time here. Service was wonderful, and the staff was so kind. Would definitely recommend stopping by!

Great restaurant in all aspects: - service is great, very friendly Japanese hospitality - sushi rolls were all great. Shrek roll is a must - outside seating is cozy and there are outdoor heaters read more

Delicious food and sweet ambiance with fantastic music! We came off the street with two toddlers and it was just lovely. The service was sincere and kind. We really appreciated the time we had here. read more

A good experience for lunch. First time here. Was nearby for the day and we picked here for a meal. My son and his wife love Sushi; me not so much. I got the chicken teriyaki bento box which was very good. My family had four different types and thought the sushi was good. This is not a late location and right now seating is outside. This worked out well as the weather was nice. The decor and plants have grown in well so there was shade as a bonus. read more

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I absolutely lovedddd the San Francisco roll - it was so yum and unexpectedly good! Refreshing, different, yet super tasty and filling. The other two rolls were nice too, but the San Francisco roll just stole my heart. Those five stars? All because of this roll. We sat outside where it was heated, making it a comfy spot for us on a chilly day. And the server was really sweet, too! read more

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Flying Ninja is a cute little sushi place near Ghiradelli square. They have a nice outdoor seating area with some greenery for a bit of outdoorsy feel. I think their prices are a little high compared to some places I have been to but their food was pretty good. I did not get much raw fish dishes so I can't comment on that. I enjoyed the rolls and appetizers that we did order though. As a tip, if you enjoy deep fried rolls, you can ask them to deep fry any of their Maki rolls! Service was friendly and quick. There aren't too many sushi spots in the area so if you're around Ghiradelli Square, this is a good place to consider for a sushi stop! *at this time masks were still required except while eating; menus are nonphysical and can be viewed on your smartphone read more

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Great place in a convenient location for tourists wandering around the wharf. It was the only place the family could agree on after a long day and it did not disappoint. The bento box was a hit as was the eel. read more

Perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. We sat in their outdoor patio and it was very clean & had an outside heater to keep us warm. We received excellent service from the moment we arrived and our food was delicious. We will definitely stop in again when we return to the City! read more

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The server was so nice! We went on a Tuesday night so it wasn't packed. Service was fast and we liked the food. We ate too fast forgot to take pictures haha read more

I loved this place, so good. I had low expectations after trying a different place nearby and was pleasantly surprised. I got the bento box with California rolls and chicken teriyaki to go. I'm definitely coming back next time I visit. Reasonable price considering their location. Outdoor and indoor sitting. Service was quick. read more

Fabulous spot. Just called in for a beer but wish we could have stayed longer and sampled the sushi which looked amazing! Maybe next time.... read more

Very good service and decent quality food. Might be a bit pricy but that's probably just due to the area it's in. Solid 8/10

Good service, good food, and a decent price considering the location. I'd stop here again if I'm ever in the area. read more