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    Tadaima - Inner Sunset

    4.7 (326 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 5:30 pm
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    Tonkatsu with Pineapple
    Julia P.

    Tadaima definitely lives up to the hype! I remember seeing it being popular since a few years ago and I always wanted to try but never got the chance. Coincidentally there was one near Golden Gate park and we were able to make it just on time before closing. The service is very fast, you order at the cashier and they bring out the sandos very fast. I got the tonkatsu with pineapple which was the best sando I've ever had! It is in the pricier side but it was worth every bite. Everything in the sando was made fresh, so the crunch of the tonkatsu really pulls everything together. And the combination with the fresh pineapple made it juicier! As for the matcha latte, you can definitely taste the quality of the matcha they use. It was creamy and strong enough for my liking! There were some spots inside so we were able to relax while eating the sando. Also restrooms as well. Can't wait to swing by next time I'm in SF!

    Peaches & Cream
    Michele T.

    Been wanting to check out Tadaima for a while. During our visit, there was a line but it moved fairly quickly and we were also able to grab a table. Despite the line, our drinks were ready pretty fast too. Longest wait was for the Peaches & Cream sando - maybe about 15 minutes. Based on recommendations, we ordered the Strawberry cream and Pistachio Cream matchas. The matcha flavor came through, as well as the pistachio and Strawberry - good. The shiso salmon onigiri was still warm when we picked it up. Kiddo enjoyed it. The snow crab one was also good - crab on top and in the middle with a slight citrus flavor. I've also been wanting to try to fruit sandos for a while, but the ones I've seen never seemed appealing. They had a seasonal one, Peaches & Cream, and knew we had to give it a try. Must say, this was probably my fave. Soft milk bread and the cream was not too sweet. Those peaches, on the other hand, was so sweet and juicy. Yum!

    I want them all
    Vi T.

    Another TikTok/Reels spot checked off my list! Unlike most people, I didn't come for the matcha or sando, I came for the onigiri, and the selection immediately caught my attention. I really liked the simple, cozy aesthetic and the color scheme of the shop. It's pretty small with limited seating, so I'd recommend grabbing your food to go. There was a short line when I visited and it moved fast. The kitchen was efficient, though I have to say the cashier wasn't the friendliest. I played it safe and ordered the Tuna Mayo and Miso Snow Crab for my first visit, and both were so good. They were packed with filling, and the rice was soft, fluffy, and fresh. Easily some of the best onigiri I've had in the Bay. I'll definitely be back to try more flavors, and maybe next time I'll finally see what all the hype is about with their sando.

    Sophie C.

    I would def come back for the sandwich, super flavorful and yummy! The chicken karage was fried and crispy but still juicy and so much flavors. Overall my favorite thing that we purchased. As far as the matcha it was good but I def prefer real fruit for my strawberry matcha over strawberry cream.

    Chicken filet karage sando, strawberry and cream sando, and iced matcha latte
    Marie R.

    I would honestly give them a 3.5 and I didn't feel comfortable giving them a 3 so I increased it to a 4. I wanted to like Tadaima as much as other people like or love it, but it was something that I tried once and will probably not go back to just because I know other places with better tasting matcha and Japanese sandwiches. We pre-ordered online on a weekend and the wait was about 40-45 minutes. Luckily my husband and I found the timing perfect as we walked from the Richmond to Sunset to pass the time. When we grabbed our stuff, we managed to get a table to eat our sandwiches. Seating is very limited and it was surprisingly kind of loud for a matcha shop. The sandos were okay. I was surprised to find the strawberry and cream sandwich to be sweeter than other ones that I've had (ex. Bread n Chu). The strawberries tasted like they were soaked in a syrup or something before going into the sandwich. The chicken sandwich was good. Not bad, but nothing to be wowed about either. My matcha latte was good - that's all I can say. I overheard people outside saying this was the best matcha ever, but I've had better. I am glad to have supported them since they have been broken into twice this year. I unfortunately feel like I will go to my other go-to spots for matcha and sandwiches rather going back here.

    Onigiri
    Elisa L.

    One of my top matcha spots in SF so far! Came around 1:15 pm on a Saturday and there was a short line to order. Took about 10 mins to order and 5 mins to get our drinks. I hope to try their onigiri or sandos next time I'm back in SF since they looked delicious. -Matcha latte w/ strawberry cream (5/5): DELICIOUS!! Matcha is strong, rich and not bitter. The strawberry cream is perfectly sweet, not artificial tasting, and not didn't overpower the matcha. -Matcha latte w/ matcha cream (4.5/5): matcha on matcha is strong and rich, wasn't too sweet but got better when mixed in

    Onigiri
    Allison L.

    My favorite matcha I've had in SF so far! Waited about 10 minutes to order on a Saturday around 1PM and waited another 5-10 mins for our drinks. Seating was full so we took it to go. Sadly wasn't hungry enough to try their sandos or onigiri but hopefully next time! I will definitely stop by on my next trip to SF :) Matcha latte with strawberry cream (5/5): matcha is STRONG and not bitter. The strawberry cream is fragrant, perfectly sweet and not overpowering the matcha Matcha latte with matcha cream (4.5/5): matcha on matcha had me buzzed lol, but it was super strong and rich. Not too sweet but a little sweeter once it mixed together

    Strawberry cold foam matcha latte & mixed fruit and cream
    Bella D.

    I love the strawberry cold foam matcha latte. ! It's delicious! 10/10 highly recommended The mixed fruit sando is a no go I immediately spit it out ha! Its awful! very disappointing however to each its own, its white bread and it has that sort of taste... try it but I wasn't a fan. Service was fast! Always a crowd its very popular. Parking is hard, try parking a few blocks away ! Wishing you the best of luck !

    Pineapple tonkatsu sando
    Gabe Y.

    This place is packed and for good reason! A line out the door indicated that this was a good place to try. You line up and are presented with 8 different types of onigiri. We got the salmon, crab, spam musubi, and the curry. All were great and what you would expect. The crab was nice and creamy and the curry was nicely done. The rice itself was fluffy, sticky, and uncrushed. We also got the pineapple tonkatsu sando which had red cabbage, pineapple, tonkatsu, and they called it pineapple sauce but kinda like sweet and sour and ketchup. Overall great because the pork was not dry and each element brought acid and crunch to the soft pillowy bread. The mixed fruit sando was good because it had fruit all the way to the back of it. Most places only put fruit for the presentation side. The cream was thick and sweet which played nicely with the sweet milk bread. As for the drinks, we got the strawberry matcha and the hojicha with cheese cream, both less sweet. The matcha comes from the brand "Matchaful" and is light and grassy in flavor. The hojicha was nice and earthy. The presentation of each dish was peak and the service was super fast and friendly. I'd come back here! It's a great place to grab food to go then have a short drive/ walk to the Golden Gate Park. Perfect for date food.

    jasmine tea with matcha cold foam, black sesame matcha
    Ashlee L.

    I usually don't really like black sesame matchas that much tbh because the black sesame always overpowers the matcha, but for some reason I was craving one today. I don't think it's even on their menu, they only have a black sesame latte, but I asked the cashier if they could make it a matcha and she was so kind to say yes!! And this one I could actually taste the matcha because it was stronggg!! The jasmine tea with matcha cold foam was also solidd! I could taste both the jasmine and the matcha and the foam was not cheesy at all :) Bonus points for the line moving SO FAST?! Like it was a Sunday, line was out the door, I thought it would take at least 30-45 mins, but it only took us 15 mins to order AND get our drinks like dayamm. Parking is a nightmare though...

    Matcha latte
    Erik V.

    Cute little spot! The sandwiches are tasty - I had the tonkatsu w pineapple and enjoyed it! It was a very classic Japanese sandwich. My only feedback is that it's a bit pricey for what it is and the amount of food you get. The matcha latte was very refreshing! I enjoyed that. I went on a Sunday morning so it was busy - there was ~10min wait In line and another ~15min wait for the food Staff were all friendly!

    The fish sando was really good. Chicken katsu sando was average. Onigiris weren't good.
    Mary L.

    Sandos were pretty good, but onigiris were poorly executed. Fish sando was a 4 out of 5. Fish was nicely fried, lightly seasoned, and fit perfectly in the pillowed breads. Chicken katsu was a 3.5 out of 5. I really liked the dark meat, but they added fried green beans or some tempura veggie?! It just didn't complement well. I ended up saving a small piece to microwave the next morning. Held well under the microwave! Now for the onigiris - I got two of their $8.50 onigiris. The eel and salmon onigiris. These weren't worth $8.50..maybe not even $3.50 because the rice was super dried and tasted old. I wouldn't be surprised if these were made the day before. If I ever go back, I'd get the fish sando again and maybe try a matcha drink.

    Andrea K.

    Love that they opened in the Sunset!! The line moves fast, and they have a great selection of drinks and onigiris. Strawberry matcha: very creamy with a light strawberry flavor. I appreciate the strong matcha, but it's also a bit grainy.

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    All you can eat
    Kitchen open late

    If I could give this place six out of five stars, I absolutely would…read more Write out the gate the service was amazing. It's an adorable little spot in the sunset and there is limited seating, of course, but there is open seating by the window where you can get a lot of sunlight or you go deeper in toward the restaurant where you can get a little bit more of a dim perspective, which is fine. Right away, they asked if we had a reservation we did not the place was almost packed, but they had one table in the very back that they opened up just for us. That right there earned my five stars. The service was absolutely incredible. I found it to be really sweet. The Man was talking to me and I didn't understand what he was saying and he was so patient with me. I was very appreciative. They were extremely accommodating at first I wasn't sure if my girls were going to eat so I didn't order for them and then it turned out. They were going to eat so I ended up adding their order on. Again the service was amazing. Not to mention... $33 for adults $20 for kids over six years unlimited sushi on a weekend. What do you even mean? I was blown away. The quality of the sushi was incredible. I've had all you can eat sushi before and I was not super impressed by the quality, but this place hits different. Not to mention that all you can eat menu include some appetizer, including miso soup which we had plenty of. I am so grateful that I got to eat here and I will 100% be coming back. Also, the people here were super chill and very friendly. This neighborhood is just so friendly. I love this neighborhood in San Francisco.

    We came here for dinner thinking it would be all you can eat, but we were mistaken…read more We thought it was AYCE because the "All You Can Eat" sign was still sitting on the sidewalk after 8:00 PM, so it was easy to assume it was being offered during dinner service. IT'S ONLY ALL YOU CAN EAT BETWEEN 11:00 AM & 4:00 PM. That was on us, so we decided to stay and give the restaurant a fair chance anyway. We were seated near the front door and ordered two bento boxes (beef and salmon), a tempura roll, a California roll, and a tekka don. First impressions: * No tempura dipping sauce. * The tempura looked and tasted premade. * The salmon was over-seasoned. * The California roll was mushy. The rest of our group was also unhappy with their dishes. My friend never received wasabi with their sushi, and it took nearly the entire meal before I could get the attention of our server. Later, we ran out of tea. I took the lid off the teapot and placed it on the table to make it obvious we needed a refill. This time, I actually timed how long it took for anyone to notice. OVER 10 MINUTES. By then, we were pretty upset and just ready to leave. To make matters worse, we weren't given any choice in the tip. PARTIES OVER 3 HAVE A MANDATORY 18% TIP. I had actually considered coming back another day for the AYCE lunch since I work in the area, but after this experience, I won't be returning. Consider this a heads up

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    Akikos

    Akikos

    4.0
    (2.1k reviews)
    4.2 mi
    $$$$

    We have been going to Akiko's for years. When my wife's family visits, they want Akiko's. When my…read morefamily visits, they want Akiko's. There are some omakase staples that we always look forward to: the shokupan and chawanmushi especially. We also love seeing what is in season, and I have seen the menu change weekly. In the dozen or so times I have gone, I have never been disappointed in the quality or quantity. I agree with other reviews that the taste is more fusion/experimental than straight traditional omakase. For me, that is part of the draw. I also agree that Akiko's is pricier, but we also go for special occasions rather than a standing weekly or monthly reservation. Parking can be tricky in the area, but there are apps that can help with that.

    It's a cool space but rather too large and stand offish for a truly great omakase meal. Service was…read morealso bumpy. We noted our dietary restrictions on the reservation and the host confirmed that but the menus aren't customized for each guest (which I'd expect for a high end omakase with less than 10 guests during our seating). Then the first server showed up and started describing the opening course of 3 small plates, 2 of which contained shellfish. When we asked about it, he just backtracked and said "That's not lobster" and then walked away. We were also never asked what we would like to drink - I finally asked the sushi chef for tea and he ran to the back to communicate that. There was also no real interaction with the sushi chef the entire meal so it felt impersonal and sterile. Food notes: maybe the selection was just not for me that day but there was only 1 course I enjoyed (kinmedai) and by the end I was eating a bite and leaving the rest and dreading the next course. The fish flavors felt very strong and overwhelming and the sushi rice was so wet that every piece fell apart on the way from the plate to the mouth.

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    Tadaima - Inner Sunset - coffee - Updated July 2026

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