First of all, everyone who works here was soooo nice! We had an amazing meal and chatted it up with our server since it was quiet and at the end of the night. We didn't have to wait to be seated and were happy to find out that the kitchen is open until 9:30, which in this part of town a lot of places close fairly early. We sat in a cozy table down by the bar and had a lovely time. Our server also informed us that they just changed the menu and the pricing to be a little more customer friendly!! This is definitely going to be our new spot! We typically get out of work late and are so happy to know we can walk in at 9 and have a nice, leisurely dinner!! read more

Ozumo - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

We loved this place. Professional Service, Fresh Fish, Excellent Presentation, Flavors are to perfection. We went over board and ate too much food. We didn't care. It was so great. Recommendations: Waguy Tarutare, Gyoza, and the Maguro. For desert - be totally decadent and get the chocolate cake. One serving is more than enough for two people. The service is remarkable. They are all professionals. Our server was Daniel. Ten stars for him. Don't know the name of the lovely young lady who took our reservation, but she was beyond helpful. Everyone is trained. We ate outside and it was wonderful. read more

I had a terrific dinner here. The salmon tartare was delicious and the sake was the best I have ever tasted. I sat at the bar and enjoyed the food and the atmosphere. As a guest at the Harbor Court hotel next door, the hotel made my reservation for me and my dessert was complimentary. Mel, the host, was extremely welcoming and fun and he checked on me regularly. The bartender and waiters were all so nice, even though I arrived shortly before closing. The dishes were served quickly and beautifully, although portion sizes were a bit small. I highly recommend coming here for a lovely dinner. If you are staying at the hotel, you should definitely visit. read more

Ozumo - Fantastic miso, salmon tartare, and sake - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Spent my 26th birthday here and it was so worth it. It was definitely pricey (our bill for 6 people was 730) but we had several drinks, and several appetizers. The staff also made us feel really good and we're very attentive to us. Walking through the restaurant, the chefs and cooks all greeted us as we came in and as we left. I will definitely be coming back. read more

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I do not recommend this restaurant. I'm truly surprised this place has such great reviews. It was nice that they seated us in the lounge area so quickly, but aside from being seated fast everything else was subpar. We ordered several different sushi rolls and a steak with the waitress when we first sat down. The sushi rolls came out very quickly however there was no steak in sight. After 30 minutes of trying to flag down the waitress and not eating we asked where our steak was and she said she would check. Another 10 minute passes and no answer, so I flag down another woman who I think is a manager and she said that our order had never been put in. Ok, that's fine. She said she would make it on the fly. The steak was pretty well cooked however pretty bland in flavor. Further, we ordered alcohol (Sake) and after 20 mins, the waitress came back and said that they had run out of sake. She recommended another Sake instead; it was hard to drink- it was not good. Not sure if she really knew what she was talking about when she was recommending sake, but not a good bottle/nor worth the money For the price it was not worth it. The waitress was really nice and apologized several times but it did not make up for the fact that we had a really awful experience. The best part about the restaurant with a DJ who created a very nice ambience. We ended up spending $300 and left extremely dissatisfied. We will not be returning anytime soon and I do not recommend this restaurant. read more

It's been awhile since I've experienced Ozumo and it definitely didn't disappoint. If anything, I've been kicking myself for not visiting more often! Everything from the ambiance, the service, the food and the cocktails is still top notch. Let's start with the cocktails. My go-to bevvy is always a lychee martini and this one is "ichi-ban!" The Giddy Geisha takes the typical lychee martini one step further with a dash of passion fruit purée added to the mix. I always ask for an extra lychee martini and my server went above and beyond by bringing me an extra glassful. I was in lychee heaven. The bites were oishi as well. We started off with some perfectly spiced sautéed edamame and my all time favorite futago. The tender wagyu is enough to convert a wannabe vegetarian (like me)! As good as the food and drinks were I must say that the best part of the dining experience was the service itself. Miho and her team really went above and beyond. Service was on point and delivered with grace. I can't wait to dine again! read more

Ozumo - Giddy Geisha - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

I came here with a friend for dinner (one of the few places where we could still squeeze in a reservation during Dreamforce week!). Easy to make a reservation online. We split some starters, rolls, and nigiri/sashimi pieces. I was a fan of the TUNA TARTARE appetizer -- fish and avocado was really fresh. The AHI TUNA SALAD was also delicious! The ahi tuna had a slight smoky flavor to it. The sushi sampler and lobster rolls were OK -- a little bit on the smaller side. I rather stick to the simpler rolls like SALMON AVOCADO ROLL (that was a good size). We also split some SALMON TORO and WILD SALMON SASHIMI -- both were really fresh, with the toro being a bit more rich. The EBI was also really fresh and came with the heads all fried up for you to eat. For DRINKS we each got an ICED TEA which tasted like roasted barley tea...very refreshing! I like how it wasn't sweetened. Overall the fish here is very fresh and you're getting high quality food. However, you're definitely paying FiDi prices to eat here. I'd come here next time with a smaller appetite. I do like how it's conveniently located next to public transportation. read more

Delicious food, beautiful atmosphere. Right on the water with lovely views. The staff is friendly and helpful! read more

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Great Sushi! However, the last call is at 9:45 pm. Bartenders need better training in communication. After a drink request, our Bartender Pardol this evening actually said he was not going to go downstairs to get us basil for the drink we requested because the last call was at 9:45 (in 5 minutes). Ok, cool. I asked him to just improvise, but he was annoyed. The exact drink was not necessary, only a guideline, which I explained several times. However, the bartender's annoyance continued. I don't understand why bartenders would not want to accommodate you when a majority of their pay is dependent on tips. read more

Located on the embarcadero, the location is definitely a big draw for the place especially the water facing side, but also makes it feel a bit less intimate and pricier. We came without reservation on a Friday evening and there was no wait to sit at the bar. We ordered one of the recommended rolls and 2 orders of sashimi. The portions were standard and the fish was all very fresh. The chocolate cake is special with the Izumi pattern printed all over the fondant on top. They also gave complimentary macaroons at the end. They have in house made ice cream to accompany the cake and that was pretty good too read more

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Love this place! I am new to San Francisco and my boyfriend brought me here. We walked in and were greeted by Melvin. We had a fun talk about living in Texas. He is exactly what a hospitality director should be: welcoming, wonderful and makes me want to visit again often. Our server and staff where nothing short of phenomenal and accommodating. We will definitely be back read more

Ozumo - Daigingo sampler - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

This place has good vibes but dang your bill can add up fast. We popped in for dinner one night and ordered a couple of drinks + appetizers and walked out with a $200 tab. The chicken Karaage, potstickers, and garlic edamame is delicious. We sat in the front bar area and our service was...eh. Our server was pretty distracted by what looked like some of her regular customer. read more

Ozumo - Vegetable Tempura - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

The best! We love coming to this restaurant! It's not cheap, but we do order the most expensive Wagyu on the menu and it does not disappoint!! The miso soup and garlic edamame are great cheap starters if you're on more of a budget. The crispy rice and tune is delish. But our favorite is the tuna tartare with avocado!!! Sooo good! What I really love is there is just so much on this menu. It is uncommon to find a high end restaurant with such a large menu. I love having options and there really is something for everyone here, from the Japanese fried chicken to sashimi to sushi to wagyu filets. We love sitting at the counter and watching the sushi chefs slices the fish. On busy nights service can be a bit slow, but sitting at the counter will guarantee attention from the chef and the head sushi chef is amazing! It can get loud in the room so not the calmest ambiance. Usually really easy and accessible to book a reservation which will ensure quick seating. Highly recommend. read more

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Came here for dinner one night. Such a great idea. We ordered miso soup, steamed sea salt edamame, Shacho roll, Ozumo roll, Japanese wagyu, a bottle of sake, which I don't remember the name of anymore, but all of this tasted so heavenly. The rolls were a little smaller than I expected. Wagyu was to die for. We both enjoyed our dinner. I will definitely be ordering from/coming back here. Also great that this place is pretty much walking distance from our apartment. read more

The fish here is undoubtedly high quality, but overall everything is very pricey. All the raw fish was great, fresh and tasty, especially the negi toro roll and the uni. I wouldn't bother with the $20 rolls with no raw fish again. Ikura was nicely seasoned, flavorful. Hokkaido uni was incredibly fresh and sweet. read more

Ozumo - Bucho roll Negi toro Salmon Yellow tail belly Ikura Hokkaido uni Total cost of pictures items ~$110 - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

We enjoyed our Sunday Brunch at Ozumo's outdoor dining. Loved the clean and fresh taste of their Bucho roll! I felt safe when I was eating there because the staff were practicing social distancing, they wore masks all the time, tables were distanced accordingly. Their Manager explained if we prefer for them to do service with less amount of foot traffic going to our table they will accommodate it. Despite of the Covid challenge, they continued to deliver excellent service. Thank you Ozumo! read more

Ozumo - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

One of the best sushi meals I have had in a while.right from the beginning all staff here are super friendly,attentive and helpful. Menu was amazing and the quality of all ingredients were excellent. Everything was super fresh and delicious. We loved the hanabi app, hitokuchi, and gyoza. All the fish was amazing and we even ordered from their wagyu section and were able to try really rare and excellent quality kobe. Great sake list and whiskey list. Cocktails were great too read more

I am a loyal regular at Ozumo! Went recently to celebrate my cousin's birthday and as always the experience was amazing! Manager Mel, Server Enrique, Bartender Ben, and chefs Will and Max all took great care of us very well. The food and drinks always hit the spot and sushi is always super fresh read more

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Setting was nice. Staff was friendly. But, the food was terrible!!! We were not satisfied at all. 70 dollars later we walked out very disappointed. I've had fast food better than this place!!! read more

Highly recommend this place for date nights or with friends! They have a great variety of Japanese food that are super delicious. My favorite dish is the Wagyu Tartare. I usually don't eat raw beef but they topped it with a great sauce that makes it taste so delicious. They also have a nice fondue with mochi and fruits, which is a great way to end the meal. Our serves Anne and Mira are very friendly, and always provide the best recommendations! We will definitely come back. read more

This is a beautiful restaurant. The atmosphere is clean and very well done. The view of the Bay Bridge was amazing. We enjoyed the food which was very high quality. Zeon was very attentive and help us make great suggestions on the menu. They have a terrific selection of sake and sushi - one of the few places I've been outside Japan where they serve Hokkaido uni. They even take edamame to the next level with their garlic version. It was delicious. Sushi was beautifully presented and delicious as well. Oysters were among the best I have ever had and were presented in such a beautiful manner. The restaurant has a great vibe + energy and authentic Japanese foods. I would highly recommend it. read more

Ozumo - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

food is good, service can be hit or miss, but it's really expensive, thus 3 stars instead of four lots of sushi and roll options, specialty cocktails, huge sake selection most of the times I've been here are for work (i.e., expense account) meals and events and that's the best reason to return. It's not worth the prices otherwise read more

One of the closest spots to get Japanese food in the area, especially for large groups. We came during lunch ~12PM and we had no issue getting seated as they have plenty of space downstairs/upstairs. Ozumo isn't the cheapest place you can go for lunch in the area with their bento boxes starting ~$23 and sushi starting around $15 (for small rolls) but it is pretty tasty. I went for the gyu-beef box ($25) and that came with a couple pieces of flat iron beef, some pieces of asparagus/mushrooms, side of white rice, cup of miso soup, side of taro root, and eggplant/mushroom side. It's one of the pricier items on the menu but I do think that the boxes are more bang for your buck during the lunch rush and I left satisfied. The only caveat with the box was the meat was more on the chewy side of things and was a little difficult to bite into at times. If you want a larger portioned option, the buta-tonkatsu bento box is a good alternative. + Location/Ambiance - 5 stars + Service - 3 stars + Food/Flavor - 4 stars + Price - 3 stars Overall, this is a nice upscale option for lunch or dinner and is closer to 3.5 stars. The service was pretty hands off and although the food was tasty I do think that the prices don't reflect the portions of the meals. read more

This is a great place for me, they serve you very quickly, they hardly wait, or if they wait very little, and the environment is very warm, you don't understand how time has passed. The fresh fish is very tasty. The prices here are not low, but high. You can get at least a dollar off each dish. I advise you to definitely try the delicious soup and sushi, they have a unique taste. Japanese cuisine is known for its uniqueness, both the country and its customs. Matcha ice cream and their fruits are suitable for dessert, when I have a business meeting, I immediately order this, it doesn't matter, it can be a romantic dinner as well. There are different types of sushi, I liked the Californian one, I recommend that you try it. read more

Came here for dinner with my brother and was completely satisfied with the restaurant overall. Our server walked us through the whole menu with no rush and we ended up getting the matsu set. It was fantastic! The fish was very fresh and the variety was unique. The drinks were also great! I ordered 2 different cocktails and you could taste the unique touch of each one, thanks Royce, the o malas e cocktail was so good!! Big thank you to our server Enrique and the entire staff from the host to the chefs. Also, beautiful view of the bay bridge! read more

Ozumo - Giddiy Geisha - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

Just grabbed takeout from Ozumo the other day and was really pleasantly surprised. We ordered the Chirashi, Karaage, Sekiwake, and Hamachi Maki. The Chirashi was SO good! It came in TWO bowls - one filled to the brim with premium seafood and the other with rice, unagi, crab salad (with real crab), salmon roe, and other fixin's. The seafood bowl contained a generous portion of hotate & uni (around the same amount that tops one piece of nigiri, each) AND three small pieces of toro. 4-stars because while the fish is fresh, the rolls were pretty small and not worth $20 each. I also recommend getting the Sekiwake with peanut sauce on the side if you are dining in (it already comes on the side for takeout), because you can barely taste the fish in the roll if you add the peanut sauce to it. read more

Ozumo is one of my favorite restaurants!! It was wonderful to have dinner at Ozumo during this time. All the staff were following the covid precautions and made me feel very comfortable. Excellent service!! The Hanabi is one of my favorite appetizers and the sushi is superb! Be sure to call ahead for your reservations! read more

I can eat sushi everyday and usually try new sushi location whenever I can, but my wife cannot eat raw foods and my kids are too young for them. So Ozumo was a suitable choice because they have small bites, yakitori, sushi and all. The price is on the higher side but match the quality. The nigiri and sashimi were so fresh and sweet as if they just catch the fish from the pier. My kids love the karaage and the mochi cake with ice cream I also saw the next table ordered some grilled Wagyu Beef but we were so full, will definitely try that the next time we are back. Service: attentive yet not too rushing. The managers came to our table to check up on us too. GM Miho and Mr Andrew (I was afraid of my kids being to loud, but they actually checked up on us since we kept looking around to see the decors) Will definitely come back. Thank you for a great experience. read more

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We ate at Ozumo for the second time in 2021. The first time was for dessert outdoors in February and the second time was indoors in April. The decor and ambiance was very lovely and clean and everyone is very welcoming upon arrival and leaving. The food was very tasty and fresh. We ordered the most expensive sushi platter (Yokozuna), Shacho roll, Hamachi Maki Roll, Ebi Nigiri, Shime Sama Nigiri, Unagi Nigiri, Hakata Cheesecake, and our favorite dessert, the chocolate-chan dessert that we came back for! Also I don't know why but the Sky Tower cocktail was literally the best cocktail I've ever had! Our server Dean (he ended up being our server both times) was very friendly and kind to us. Shout out to the BACK OF THE HOUSE TEAM as they are never acknowledged but work the hardest and they did a wonderful job and creating and providing a delicious meal. read more

Ozumo - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

Close to Embarcadero, easy to get on ferry/BART/MUNI/Freeway. I always grab a few bites after work. Nice atmosphere, and if you are lucky you can sit by the window having a great view of bay bridge at night. Price is $$$-$$$$ depending on your occasion----business, date, or family gathering. A bit pricy but their servers are usually good at suggesting food by your budget. We got special treatments from our server Danny. Ty. Will come back again. read more

I came here for Valentine's Day with my girlfriend and it was AMAZING. We were so happy with the food. The flavors were outstanding and vibrant in our palates. It was a bit pricy but very worth it. The dessert was also spectacular. The drinks were also tasty and refreshing. It is perfect for a date night or any special occasion. Thank you!!! I will definitely be returning! read more

Ozumo - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

my husband and I have been frequenting Ozumo for special occasions or when we crave good, clean, and fresh sushi, ever since we moved in the area March of last year. the reason why I'm pointing that out is bc we've never gone here (longtime locals) bc it was far from our previous neighborhood and we usually go to a diff and also amazing Japanese restaurant. we're very particular when it comes to sushi (who isn't?). I'm so glad we've finally tried it here. we've always had pleasant experiences with the staff and food was always on point, Ozumo never disappoints. Resto cleanliness and food quality. Thank you Ozumo!!! Please keep it up. You're the only one we've got in the area lolll. btw: it's the only Japanese place with legit Tempura. at least for me. I grew up practically eating Tempura every week lol in my home-country where we have so many good Japanese restaurants. The prawns are healthy if that makes sense with crispy tasty breading, and tender meat. oh, and their cocktails are on point as well. read more

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I'm hesitant with the overall 4 star rating, but it's given for the grill octopus dish. Every bite of the octopus was satisfying, the char and the chewiness and the roasted fingerling potatoes that came with it were perfect too! The rest of the items we ordered were average sushi menu items. The hamachi appetizer lacked a little citrus. I asked for an unagi handroll. I was expecting a little more than just rice and eel wrapped in nori for $10. Maybe some avocado or cucumber for added texture? The service was great, it wasn't busy. I did expect this place to be busy, but it wasn't. read more

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Came here today for a team lunch. Been here once bf like years ago and I haven't been back since....till today. I def wouldn't come back on my own just bc prices are kinda high and there are so many other options in SanFran. Cool ambience though. And food was decent. Hanabi (Hamachi Sashimi) Seaweed Salad read more

Ozumo - Hanabi (hamachi sashimi) - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

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DELICIOUS. Amazing food and amazing location with a beautiful view of the bay bridge. The staff was incredible as well. Very very attentive and when we asked for recommendations our waitress was very educated on the menu and gave very good recommendations. Food- Burikama- Yellowtail Collar. Very tasty and melted in your mouth. Was good, but wouldn't order again, there wasn't anything crazy special about it, but once again was very good. I just feel like there are other things on the menu that would have been better. Yaki Tako- So so so good. The squid was such a good texture, not too rubbery like it sometimes can be. Came with potatoes and some sort of sauce that wow blew me away. The whole dish just came together so well and matched all the tastes perfectly. Would definitely order again. Nigiri- - Salmon Toro: So tasty, just melted in your mouth. Very obvious how fresh the fish was. - Wagyu: Tasty and just the perfect amount of Wagyu. Sometimes it can be too fatty and too rich for me, so getting it as a nigiri was the perfect little taste. - Unagi: You can't go wrong with unagi it was so tasty and perfectly fresh as well - Hamachi: Yellowtail fish was incredible. Melted and the perfect taste of fish. ---- Out of all the nigiri, I loved the Salmon Toro the most ! Will definitely be back, and will definitely want to try other dishes when I come back! The ambience and the view and just everything about this place is remarkable. Highly highly recommend read more

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I love this place. Last night was my second time. We sat on the back patio and loved the set up. They have accommodations for sitting in the front patio, inside or back patio. It can get cold though so bring a coat. The service was great. The food was outstanding and fresh. We started with hanabi, then ordered the shacho, spicy tuna and California roll. We ate this while drinking a giddy geisha. We loved the lychee and passion fruit in this drink. 10/10 experience! read more

I went to Ozumo for a private event, and it was a fantastic location. The ambience was great: I loved all the wood and low lighting. But most importantly the sushi and sake were fantastic. They started off by bringing some great starters: seared meat and crispy vegetarian dumpling type things. Then they prepared several different sashimis and rolls right in front us. My mouth was watering lol. The hot food was also delicious: creamy risotto, brussel sprouts, and cod--I talked about the cod all night...mmm. Later, little flourless chocolate cake bites were served, so tiny but so tasty. In the sake tasting room, our party had three different types available. The Ozumo was the crowd favorite with a light, crisp flavor. I tried the other two as well (don't remember their names) one was supposed to had floral flavors while one was bold, both were a little to strong for me. There also was a selection of wine and draft beer available. Highly recommend this venue for an event or for a sushi dinner sometime. read more

We stopped here unexpectedly for food. Melvin, the director of hospitality at the location, was able to seat us right away. He was extremely personable, fed our puppy lots of treats (our dog loves him haha), and all of the staff looked up the greet us as we were walking through. The service is amazing & food was great. read more

Came in on a Friday night 8:30ish. Place was not too busy but lively. I sat at the bar and the bartenders Ben and Joaquin were very attentive and considerate. I was accompanied with my service dog and they brought a water bowl for her. Everyone was friendly and attentive. Food was pretty good, ordered veggies (trumpet mushrooms, shisito, and edamame), 2 rolls and 1 nigiri. Great flavor and well portioned. The manager Elizabeth checked in to see how my dog and I were doing which was nice. Overall, price point may not be for everyone but if you ask for some guidance and know what your preferences are, the staff is happy to accommodate and make recommendations. If you're not sure just ask! Will come back again for the friendly staff and awesome service. read more

This was the first dinner we've had with indoor dining now that SF is in the red tier, and it was perfection. The entire restaurant is so diligent about keeping tables far apart, doing a temperature check and asking about symptoms prior to being seated, and everyone wore masks. The food, drinks, service, and ambiance all deserve five stars, it's truly one of the best Japanese restaurants in the Bay Area. read more

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