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    Flying Ninja

    3.8 (378 reviews)
    ModerateSushi Bars
    Open • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Planted by the purple plant
    Juan V.

    When it comes to San Francisco in 2026 it's on a roll. You have visitors for the World Cup watch events. Then there is 250 year anniversary of America which includes 250 years of San Francisco. The place which is on a roll is Fisherman's Wharf. There are lots of places which are opening which are good places to eat. You have the Saigon sandwiches which has been serving one of the best banh mi's in SF. There is Everett and Jones serving delicious American BBQ. There is even American fast food chainstore serving fried chicken Raising Canes. One thing Fisherman's Wharf is known for is fish and seafood. What is really rare is finding sushi place. There is a place at Fisherman's Wharf selling sushi on Jefferson street and it's Flying Ninja. On a San Francisco stroll at Fisherman's Wharf as looking for some sushi. It will only make sense there would be many more sushi places since the fish markets are just a stones throw away. I landed at Flying Ninja hidden on Jefferson street at San Francisco tourist trap. Flying Ninja is a Japanese- Korean restaurant. Inside there is plenty of outdoor seating. I had the bento box with Tonkatsu, California roll and Bulgogi beef. The bento box was delicious and the bulgogi was not too salty like some in SF. I then got the San Francisco roll and it was tasty. It had shrimp tempura with cheese cream with strawberry , avocado, and mango on top. Overall it was a good place to get sushi at the tourist trap and get a San Francisco roll from a restaurant with food from the land of the rising sun and the land of the morning calm in the land of the free. Do a "San Francisco stroll" go to the Flying Ninja and get a "San Francisco roll" or get a bento box with beef teriyaki or Korean BBQ Bulgogi beef like they have in "Seoul" and go to the bar and watch the World Cup game and every time they score you can yell " Gooooal" On 4th of July let's hope the the fog above the Golden Gate Bridge at night is "clear" so we all see fireworks in the sky "appear" so you can enjoy celebrating Americas birthday over wine or "beer"and the party people will be out celebrating America Birthday for it's turning "250 year"

    Seattle roll meh
    Clifford W.

    After fireworks show. Lucky they open late. Food Seattle roll was average, fake crab, as good as mall sushi. Ramen noodles average, miscellaneous items in soup. Ambiance eat and run place, service a little slow at late hours before closing. 3 stars out of 5.

    Shrek roll and gyozas.
    Laurie D.

    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.

    Summer Love roll
    Miriam T.

    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.

    Afshin A.

    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.

    Sake
    Michael M.

    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!

    Cherry blossom roll (top) and Alaska Roll)
    Victoria L.

    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!

    Fresh fish
    Michelle B.

    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

    Golden State Roll + Chicken Karaage
    Monika C.

    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!!

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    Rowie C.

    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.

    Sushi boat! Lion King Roll Ghiradelli Roll Golden Gate Bridge Roll Flying Ninja Roll Salmon Delight Roll Rainbow Roll Dragon Roll

    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

    Salmon Teriyaki bento box
    Karen M.

    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

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    29 days ago

    Amazing! I got the ramen it was delicious. The lion king roll was great and the gyoza appetizer was super tasty.

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    29 days ago

    Food was amazing, best sushi spot in the city!! Affordable and delicious- this has been my go to spot by far!

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    5 months ago

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

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

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    Kui Shin Bo - D7. Unagi Don and H3. Volcano Roll

    Kui Shin Bo

    3.8(1.1k reviews)
    1.6 mi•Japantown, Lower Pacific Heights
    •$$

    TLDR: When you're at the heart of Japan town, you have to embody the nation in all the good ways…read more Kui Shin Bo, embodied the nation's backbone of being average to above average in multiple things. This place covers many of the basics (rolls, ramen, tempura, yakisoba, teriyaki, unagi). I really only see it as a jack of all trades, but a master of none. It doesn't mean that this restaurant has no place in Japantown, but it doesn't inspire confidence when it's located in an isolated region of the mall with less foot traffic, while its competition on the other wing has lines longer than the location's capacity. Black Garlic Ramen: It's always a mystery to me how black garlic improves a bowl of ramen. My expectations, however, remain the same. How thick is the broth? How clean is the broth when consumed? What is the quality of the chashu? Do I get enough noodles? I think the best part of this meal was the amount of soup they give, and the chashu was very good. It sucks that the chashu is tiny, but they did very well. I feel that the noodles were those wholesale ramen noodles that were portioned, and the garnish was fine. The broth was okay, 3.5-ish stars in terms of taste. Dynamite Roll and Volcano Roll: I think it's a problem if I have trouble identifying which is which. I can tell you that both are good enough to try, and the Volcano Roll comes with raw fish. Both come with a good crunch and a good sauce, but like most Japanese places that lean heavily into the rolls, good luck finding out what you ordered and what you just ate. Ambiance: Very classic Japanese. They're really at their best to convince you that you're in Japan. It may get tight during a busy day though. Service: Standard. You order, your water gets refilled, you pay, you leave.

    Amazing service and amazing food…read more This was my second time visiting Kui Shin Bo and it's great every time. We received great service, constant water refills, and our food came out quick. I ordered the chicken katsu and beef teriyaki, which is served with rice, miso soup and salad--the perfect balance, and a bit of everything. The chicken was very crispy, the beefy teriyaki had a nice smoky flavor to it, the soup was nice and warm, the rice paired well and the salad was fresh and tasty. My sister ordered the Crispy Chicken Chili Creamy Ramen. I had some of her ramen and it was delicious as well! The overall, restaurant itself is a bit small but the food makes up for it. I would definitely return!

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    Domo - Daddy Roll @colorful.eats

    Domo

    4.0(1k reviews)
    2.2 mi•Hayes Valley
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    I was really craving sushi, so I decided to stop by Domo and it definitely did not disappoint! The…read morerestaurant was clean, organized and you could actually smell the fresh food before even walking through the door. They also offer both indoor and outdoor seating, which is a nice option. I started with the miso soup and it was delicious. For sushi, I ordered the Crunchy California Roll, Dragon Roll and the Domo Roll. Yes I was that hungry haha! Every roll was packed with fresh ingredients, the fish tasted incredibly fresh and the presentation was beautiful. My absolute favorite was the Domo Roll. Seriously no kidding, it was so good! To top it all off, the staff were friendly, welcoming and made the experience even better. I'll definitely be coming back.

    Small sushi restaurant in Hayes Valley. I needed dinner before a show. As a party of one, they…read moreseated me at the sushi counter of this tiny place. Specials are on the mirror. I ordered the sashimi salad, charred salmon nigiri and the sea bass nigiri on special. Omg. The sashimi salad was beautiful. Thick pieces of sashimi were on top of the wonderful variety of greens. A generous portion for one person and I probably didn't need much else. Loved the nigiri especially the charred salmon. A bit of a kick with the shredded of pepper on top. And the sea bass had a hidden piece of perilla. My tummy was satisfied and happy. Can see why this place is so popular. I'll be back

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    Tenroku Sushi - Unagi Roll

    Tenroku Sushi

    3.7(600 reviews)
    1.7 mi•Lower Pacific Heights, Japantown
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    Conveyer belt sushi for the win!…read more I came here last minute because I needed somewhere quick to eat and I was by myself, so luckily there was one seat left (during busy dinner time on a weekend, no less - other places had long waits) Here in America the conveyer belt sushi places haven't really impressed me, but being that this one is in Japantown, it's pretty decent. If there isn't something on the conveyer, you can always ask for it. They were cutting up real, whole fish so you know it's fresh at least. Service was great, super quick and the "chefs" were responsive. The menu is nice, with lots of drinks to choose from as well. Cuts were not authentic but still meaty. Pricing can be on the higher side, depending on what you like. But others have mentioned it can be cheap as you like or expensive as you like at places like these, as they are priced essentially by the choice of fish and how it's prepared. Atmosphere was lively for a weekend night, but I have been here during the week as well when it's less busy. It can be tight if it's full (get to know your neighbor!) but it's more than adequate. Always a fun experience and I have , and will be back.

    For conveyor belt sushi this is a clear 5, for freshness, ease of ordering off-belt (?) and the…read moreservice efficiency. Never a complaint and great hot sake to warm up the vocal cords before going to Festa karaoke right next door.

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    Oma San Francisco Station

    Oma San Francisco Station

    4.3(353 reviews)
    1.7 mi•Japantown, Lower Pacific Heights
    •$$$$

    Tucked away in the west entrance of Japantown, in an inconspicuous spot behind all the bustle of…read morethe stores is this hidden gem of an omakase experience. With only 8 seats, the experience is intimate, you get front views to the chefs preparing each of the 24 courses! The fish selections were fresh, delicious and the apps were amazing too. The reviews were great so wanted to come and check this place out for myself and it did not disappoint! Chef Au was friendly and talked to us about his life in Japan, we loved the interaction. All in all 10/10 experience, 10/10 quality of all the dishes and 10/10 ambiance! Definitely worthy of the Michelin accolades it's received!

    Oma San Francisco Station is an omakase restaurant inside Japan Center in San Francisco Japantown…read more They offer 3 menus: Mizuho with 24 items, Sakura with 16, and Tsubame with 12. The location is unusual, as the restaurant is open to the mall, which is a bit disruptive. I came for the 8:30pm seating, but the previous guests were still finishing, so I had to wait until 8:45pm. The staff did not seem very concerned. Bad start. You could also hear the mall cleaning crew during dinner, which was not very pleasant. I ordered the 24-item Mizuho Menu, as did all the other guests. There were 5 guests in total (the restaurant can seat up to 8 people). Here is the menu I was served at the end of May: 1. starter: ama ebi cracker with caviar, pickled lotus root with shaved bonito, crab salad 2. nigiri 4x: isaki, iwana, myabi tai, kanpachi 3. sashimi: chutoro, hotate with caviar, umi masu, sawada 4. nigiri 8x: hirame, suzuki, inada, kurodai, shima aji, kamasu, otoro, aged A5 wagyu, kinmedai 5. hot dish: miso soup with inari and shrimp head, hokkaido uni with marinated ikura, black cod, umi masu with raw yellow egg and caviar 6. dessert: matcha ice cream with strawberry Frankly, the food was excellent. The starter was not very creative, but the nigiri were great. The sashimi selection was very nice, with some fish you do not see as often in omakase menus, such as isaki, iwana, and myabi tai, a kind of tai. Sawada was delicious and is always a good inclusion. We asked for some wasabi and received a small cup of kizami wasabi, a chopped wasabi with a slightly crunchy texture, which was a nice touch. For the nigiri, all the classics of a good omakase were present: otoro, kinmedai, shima aji, uni, hotate, and wagyu. Kamasu was also included, and it is one of my favorite fish. It is also worth noting that they age both their beef and their tuna, including the otoro that was served. A few pieces were torched, maybe a few too many. Overall, the service was not memorable, although chef Ron Au was friendly and nice. The place itself felt a bit questionable, and my expectations were not very high after the beginning of the meal. But the food was truly excellent, and for that reason I think it deserves 5 stars.

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