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    Live Sushi Bar

    3.9 (1.4k reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 2:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Happy hour specials

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    Chicken Kaarage
    Marie B.

    2.8 / 5 The gyoza wasn't crispy enough for me and the cucumber sashimi roll from the chef's specials was very thick cucumber which felt like a lot with the thick salmon. I did really enjoy the 49er roll with the contrast of the thin lemon slice with the salmon. The karaage was ok but had some dark meat which I don't like. They underfilled our Sauvignon blanc carafe for some reason and service was slow, a lot of our glasses never got cleared. Over $100 tab when the ambiance and quality didn't seem to line up. Won't be back sadly.

    Chloe S.

    Came back again with friends and had to order the chirashi bowl! I would say you get a pretty solid deal. Fresh fish over seasoned rice and even miso soup and a salad to start. You can even upgrade the quality of your fish for I believe $8 more!

    Diane L.

    My favorite roll here was the giants roll along with the spicy scallop handroll. The Hokkaido uni was decent but I was hoping for it to be sweeter. The rolls take a while to come out too. Got 2 more rolls but they tasted the same and you can't really taste the fish due to the unagi sauce. This place is a far trek in the city as eell and overall was a mediocre experience.

    Giants roll
    Donna L.

    I came here last night for dinner. We ordered the giants roll, Romeo and Juliet roll, and the rainbow roll. I really liked the giants roll! It was very tasty. I wasn't so fond of the other two rolls since they both just taste like unagi sauce and had no distinction. I also got the hotate and toro nigiri. The nigiri here is pretty solid and at a good price point compared to other sushi spots. I got the spicy scallop handroll. I thought that was pretty good as well. I don't think I would come back here, but worth giving it a shot.

    Caili C.

    Really great spot for a sushi night! I came by with a friend and between the 2 of us we shared an agedashi tofu, ankimo (monkfish liver), the aji tataki (horse mackerel nigiri and sashimi), and fusion combo which came with 2 pieces each of salmon, hamachi, tuna, and unagi along with a dragon roll and rainbow roll. The aji tataki came with the fish bone, making it a fun presentation. The fish itself is a bit fishy but pairs well with the ponzu soy on the side. The staff offered to fry the bone after to munch on but we were full so we passed on that. The agedashi tofu was good as well and nicely crispy on the outside. My favorite had to be the ankimo which was super smooth and velvety with a great briney, buttery flavor. If you haven't tried ankimo before, you must try it here! It was definitely a lot of food for 2, but everything was fresh and we were glad we got to try more of the menu. The service is warm and friendly and the interior is casual but cute enough for date night and we really enjoyed the lively atmosphere!

    Ca Roll
    Dominic B.

    Came by for a quick happy hour just to give it a try. Available Monday-Thursday from 5-6pm. Honestly a really good offering. California rolls and rock n roll for $5. Rainbow roll and dragon rolls for $11. All of these rolls were really good, especially at this price point. One of the pieces of rainbow roll did have a long fish bone in it though that pricked my mouth. Chicken karaage for $8. Not bad, pretty good for the price. Crispy and juicy. Kuromaguro (bluefin) for $15. Leaner cuts of the tuna. Fresh flavor but probably could have done without this. Atmosphere is cozy and there's table seats + sushi bar seats. Friendly and attentive service.

    Place setting
    Danielle D.

    My husband and I first discovered Live Sushi Bar during COVID when we were living in Mission Bay and leaning hard into delivery. What started as a convenient find quickly turned into one of our go-to sushi spots. Once we finally dined in, it completely solidified its place in our regular rotation. Live Sushi Bar is the sister restaurant to Omakase and you can absolutely taste the quality. The fish has consistently been fresh, clean, and beautifully prepared every single time we've visited. We come here specifically for nigiri. Their Tai Nigiri is our favorite -- lightly seared with this deep, savory umami richness. It's one of those things where we order 1 but seem to always go back for seconds. I don't think you can go wrong with any of the nigiri's. We've consistently had the hotate, hamachi, ama ebi, toro, hamachi belly, ikura - chef's kiss! The uni has also always been incredibly fresh and, honestly, more reasonably priced than many other spots in the city. If you're an uni lover, this is a solid place to indulge without feeling like you just made a questionable financial decision. Service is consistently attentive and welcoming without being overbearing. It's the kind of neighborhood sushi spot you can bring family, friends, or just go on a low-key date night. We've taken multiple people here over the years, and it never disappoints. Reliable, high-quality nigiri and a comfortable atmosphere. It's earned its place as one of our staples!

    Miso soup and salad
    Maureen Z.

    We came here on a Sunday evening, and there were many tables open! The cuts of fish were not only fresh, but super generous. And our service was great. For the price, this is a really cute spot for a date or a meal!

    Side Salad
    Robert W.

    Live sushi combination is a great a value @$27, 7 pc night, 4 pc sashimi, and a spicy tuna roll. I got the giants roll and sakura petal roll. The giants roll was good but the sauce was slightly too sweet, overpowering the fish. Has me questioning the quality of the fish, if the fish was super fresh, could I still taste it through the sauce ?? The Sakura petal roll was yummy. I like hamachi, so this one hit the spot for me. I'd still take the sushi combo over both rolls due to variety and value. Service was really good, staff were attentive and checked on the table throughout the night.

    Spider Roll
    Zach C.

    Ive been there a couple of times. The sushi wasn't quite the same the latest visit. It fell apart easily. Other than that, it was good. I do like the tempura and the gyoza. The service was good. Prices are decent. I would recommend giving this place a try.

    Mike R.

    We live in the shadow of "Live Sushi Bar" in Potrero Hill neighborhood in San Francisco and its our "go to" place with super fresh Sushi, service & Sapparos! Our son had been traveling to the mid West from his place in Honolulu for the past week and missed Sushi! Of course we had to treat him, his girlfriend and his best friend of nearly 20 years. We were happily greeted and seated with our group of five. Desiree was our very attentive server and was able to handle our very hungry group. Seems like we ordered half the menu 15 rolls including: 2 Bergschneider rolls, a DJ roll, Giants roll, 49ers roll, Caterpillar roll, Cruchy Tuna roll, Sweet Potato roll, California roll, Sake sashimi PC, Tranformer roll. All were Extremely fresh! Incredible presentation. All were very delicious! Of course our younger crowd quickly reduced the rolls to vacant plates! Wow! A tsunami feeding frenzy! We have lived in the neighborhood for nearly 20 years and thrilled we have a world class Sushi restaurant a few blocks from our home. Well worth traveling across The City or up the peninsula to enjoy one of our favorites!

    Ziling M.

    This is your reliable hole in the wall sushi spot. The food was good, fresh and satisfying, but nothing mind blowing or wildly different, though it definitely hit the spot and satisfied my sushi cravings. Many diners also praise the fresh fish and beautiful presentation, especially sashimi and special rolls, and note the friendly, attentive service and chill vibe. Some classic rolls can be average, but overall it's a solid choice for dependable sushi.

    Chef's Special Omakase-style Box
    Alisa B.

    Wow!! I highly recommend this hidden gem in Potrero Hill. Cozy interior and great for family meals or date night. High quality fish with very skilled chefs making unique dishes! Chef's Omakase-style Tasting Box (5/5): This was definitely the star of the show!!! A huge box full of luxurious cuts of fish. We're talking sea urchin, amaebi, salmon belly, oyster, and even wagyu! My favorites were the hamachi belly and amaebi... and the toro sashimi always hits of course. I definitely recommend for special occasions! :) A few things that also impressed me were the Uni Scallop, Giants Roll, and the #1 Handroll! Freshly prepared and each item was perfectly balanced. I would order all three of these items again! On a budget, and want a good variety of fish? Try the Live Sushi Combo! It comes with various nigiri, sashimi, and a spicy tuna roll! If you can't drop money on the omakase, this is the way to go!!!

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    Fish was nice and fresh, got my lunch order quickly. Will be back for more quality food here!

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    4.2
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    Honestly quite impressed with the food! I wish they served their matcha drinks in the evening since…read moreI wasn't able to try them, but being able to try the food was also worth it. My friend and I didn't have a reservation since we thought a Thursday early dinner wouldn't be busy! We arrived just in time - there was a little wait when we arrived around 5pm, but there was a cancellation so we were able to get seated at the bar instead of the outdoor patio :) Everything we ordered was amazingggggg! I was quite impressed since it seemed more of a cocktail bar bite vibes. It is a bit pricy though, but I can't say my money spent was not worth it. I definitely want to come back and try their matcha drinks though. The only downside is the location since there's not much parking during the day.

    I stopped by on Saturday afternoon and got the matcha einspanner and sat down in one of the booths…read moreinside. The service was prompt and my drink came out in around 5 minutes. The matcha itself was pretty strong and pronounced in flavor, which I enjoyed. The cream top was quite thick on top and didn't have any added sweetness so it was more of a textural element more than anything else. It also had some kinako powder on top which I thought was a nice touch! This was my first time getting to sit inside the restaurant and it had a nice broody/speakeasy vibe to it. There was also an outdoor patio that you could enjoy as well. I know that Shoji turns into a restaurant at night so I can definitely see how this would be a great spot for a date night. However, during the day, the space was even being used by customers as a meeting space/study space. I would be back again if I were in the area, but like most SF spots, parking was an absolute nightmare!

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    Izakaya Yoki

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    4.1
    (731 reviews)
    1.8 mi
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    So glad this neighborhood finally has an AYCE sushi spot, and at a price that actually makes sense…read more For $40 a person you are getting a serious deal. One tip: get there early. The place fills up around 6pm so arriving ahead of that will save you a wait. They don't take reservations, so first come first served. The ordering experience is really smooth. Everything is done through an iPad at your table and the food comes out to you. They won't let you place a new order until your previous one has been delivered, which honestly is a smart system and helps with pacing so you don't over order right out of the gate. What sets this place apart from other AYCE spots is the variety. It's not just sushi. You can also order appetizers, salmon, teriyaki chicken and more, so there's something for people who want to mix it up beyond rolls. Delicious, easy, affordable and in the neighborhood. Highly recommend!

    My go-to spot for all-you-can-eat sushi in SF!! Come on an empty stomach. They have an impressive…read moreselection of specialty rolls, nigiri, and appetizers that make it easy to try a little bit of everything. On our most recent visit, we ordered several specialty rolls topped with seared fish, creamy sauces, and tobiko. You MUST try the Lion King Roll- our go to order. Beyond the sushi, we got miso soup, which is comforting and a nice palate cleanser, crunchy seaweed salad, hamachi carpaccio which was fresh and deserved a re-order, and poke chips which are a light and addictive appetizer. You can skip the chicken karaage to be honest, but the butter corn is a surprisingly sweet side that rounds out the meal perfectly. You have a two hour time window to dine, and you can order thru an iPad. Yoki gets quite busy so sometimes there were long gaps between orders. Depends on which day of the week you decide to visit. They're able to seat large parties and I have come here for intimate dates to birthday dinner of up to 8 people. This time we visited with a party of four and had to wait a bit before being seated. That said, Yoki remains my first choice whenever I'm craving best-value AYCE sushi

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    Rintaro

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    4.2
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    We had a great dining experience here & felt lucky to get a reservation. Being from Nashville, we…read moredon't get a lot of authentic Japanese flavors or fresh fish for that matter, so this was a welcome palette cleanser from our usual southern fare. From the udon to the tonkatsu, to the sashimi, the quality of each item was very fresh, clean, & cooked very well as you would expect for a casual upscale Japanese restaurant. I have no complaints. The ambiance was nice & the service was attentive & efficient. Highly recommend for a special evening.

    We decided to try Rintaro after seeing all the great reviews on Resy and to use our Amex Platinum…read moredining credit. We went on a Monday night and were surprised that there was still over an hour wait, so I'd definitely recommend making a reservation if you can. Thankfully, we were able to grab some drinks while we waited. The Yuzu Chu-Hi was probably my favorite drink of the night, it was light, refreshing, and easy to drink. For food, we started with the Teba No Karaage, which had a perfectly crispy exterior and juicy, flavorful meat. We also ordered the San Ten Mori, and the fish was very fresh. We especially enjoyed the yuzu wasabi that came with the dish, which added a nice kick and complemented the fish really well. We also tried the Chiizu Tori Katsu. The chicken itself was juicy, but I wished both the chicken and the cheese had a little more flavor. Most of the flavor came from the sauce on the side. I was also a bit disappointed by the snowy cabbage dressing, although that may just be because I'm used to the dressing being on the sweeter side. One thing that really stood out was the warm and welcoming service. The atmosphere was cozy and inviting, which made the whole experience even more enjoyable. Overall, we had a great time and would definitely come back to try the skewers next time.

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    Kusakabe creates the kind of dining experience that feels carefully designed from the moment you…read moresit down. We walked into a refined but welcoming space where the sushi counter is the main focus, and the meal unfolds course by course in front of us. There is a sense of calm throughout the room, allowing the attention to stay on the chefs, the ingredients, and the details behind each dish without the distraction of a busy dining room. The omakase experience balances traditional sushi with more creative touches. Each course brings something different, from fresh sashimi and nigiri to warmer dishes like chawan mushi that add depth to the progression of the meal. The sushi highlights the quality of the fish while incorporating thoughtful flavor combinations, with dishes like scallop and the dry-aged fish courses standing out for their texture and seasoning. The sake pairing fits naturally into the experience, adding another layer without overpowering the food, and the sommelier's selections complement the progression of flavors across the meal. What makes Kusakabe memorable is the craftsmanship and pacing of the meal. The chefs take time to explain each course, making the experience feel personal rather than rushed. Sitting at the counter adds to the atmosphere because you get to see the precision and care that goes into every piece, from the way the rice is formed to the final brush of sauce on the fish. The pacing of the meal allows you to appreciate each course without feeling rushed, and the team's attention to detail creates a rhythm that keeps the meal engaging from start to finish. Kusakabe feels like a place made for special occasions, celebrations, or anyone looking for a more elevated Japanese dining experience. It combines technique, hospitality, and creativity in a way that makes the entire meal feel like an event rather than just a dinner. The balance of traditional and modern elements, along with the warmth of the service, leaves you with the sense of having experienced something complete and thoughtfully composed.

    What an experience! We were celebrating an anniversary and planned a bit last minute, but were able…read moreto snag a reservation here pretty easily. Immediately, the ambiance and service was quite nice. We were seated at the table, but typically I enjoy sitting at the bar to watch the chefs make our food. The service was amazing and they were very attentive. They also offered to take photos and gave us a little gift of hojicha tea since we were celebrating. We got the omakase, which was massive and had 18 courses. They gave us a menu so we knew what to expect for each course, and we ordered some sake. The omakase was delicious and more traditional than other places, each course was so beautiful and delicately made. This is definitely a lot of food, I would recommend the petite omakase in the future as I was stuffed, but it was a great experience if you come hungry! Courses: - Chawan-mushi - super tasty and every bite was delicious and umami forward! - Otsumami - 7 seasonal appetizers presented in a beautiful box, there was a stuffed crab claw in there that was delicious - 4 kinds of sushi - each piece came out one at a time, the first piece was my absolute favorite and blew me away, it was a seared chutoro that immediately melts in your mouth and tastes smokey - Hamachi soup - very tasty and warming soup with hamachi inside, was perfect in between the sushi course - 4 kinds of sushi - A5 Waguyu shabu - this course was extra $10 pp but was so delicious, the wagyu was melt in your mouth and had some grated daikon on top in a ponzu dashi, the toppings help balance the meat so it's overwhelming since it does melt in your mouth, one of my favorite bites! - 4 kind of sushi - they brought out some really great sushis, including more chutoro and an unagi handroll, but I was so stuffed at this point that I felt I couldn't enjoy it as much - miso soup - this soup was so tasty and kind of revived me after all that food, it felt comforting and a great way to end - dessert- I got the hojicha ice cream in a waffle like cookie and it was delicious!

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