Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Japantown, San Francisco

Linda Y. • April 22, 2019Premium short rib soup with the classic milky broth!! Kalbi bibimbap is also good.

David H. • August 24, 2022The eggplant curry is incredible and the cocktails are also great. I used to love the chef/owner’s Chez Pim blog back in the day. So good to try her food in person!

Vihang M. • August 18, 2018We got the vegetarian tasting menu and were absolutely stuffed even before the dessert course. We loved the spinach salad with fig and white balsamic, and also the eggplant soup!

Hedan Z. • July 4, 2018The matcha ice cream cone is to die for! 😍

Connie C. • August 14, 2018Delicious omkase with a flair! Really unique combinations and flavor accents, like gold flakes, herbs, foie gras, etc on traditional sushi. Small station but great chefs. Def do the 12 piece.

Anish B. • February 26, 2023Don't skip out on the chai

Alice M. • October 18, 2017Go all in with the hakata dx if you love pork. Perfect meat, perfect broth, perfect soft boiled egg.

Julia S. • January 13, 2015The artichoke with the shrimps and crab are amazing.😍

Jole P. • September 10, 2017The lounge was ridiculous but the little fish cones were so worth it. Definitely recommend with red bean. The hot fish melt the ice cream so you have to eat fast but the flavor and texture is amazing

Lorcán • March 25, 2018House ramen was superb, especially with the Tabera mix served tableside. Half salad is delicious and generous. They have plain, ume, and yuzu distilled barley drinks, too!

Vincent T. • January 28, 2019Don't be shy and try all the flavors. Kind staff and wonderfully creamy gelato. Grab some before walking up Fillmore!

Crystal K. • July 3, 2015So happy I tried this place. Very cute and yummy crepes and so many to choose from!

Sean H. • October 1, 2022Love the Orange foam coffee. I combine kalbijim croissant and injeolmi croissant to stack the rice cake and the kalbi like a magical croissant sandwich.

Grace K. • September 7, 2010#17 Japanese crepe with red bean, matcha, and green tea ice cream is the best!

Brian S. • June 6, 2023Excellent single origin espresso. Get it “for here” even if you only have a couple minutes. Be like an Italian and drink it hot and quick from a ceramic cup. Pairs amazing with their brownie.

Amy M. • July 27, 2012Best mango and passionfruit macaroon I have EVER had.

Lynn H. • May 27, 2017I enjoy eating Saag Paneer with Serrano Chili Naan!

Topher J. • April 22, 2022Mochi, berry, fruity pebbles

Dave J. • April 16, 2015Some of the dishes are Western influenced Japanese food and it's so good and comforting.

j z. • January 15, 2010A little more pricey than Eastern Bakery in Chinatown, but worth it for the best coffee crunch cake in town!

Glo • June 17, 2020Freshly made onigiri and good pricing. $2-3 each

Olivier P. • September 28, 2012Shabu-shabu restaurant in Japan Town. Nice portions of mixed vegetables and a choice of meet with tasty sauces. The food and atmosphere make you feel like you are in Japan. (3 of 4 petals via Fondu)

Hailey P. • January 13, 2018Omakase is good for the $$ and sushi is very high quality. Highly recommend -- one of the top sushi restaurants in SF

Beerblondie V. • July 6, 2013Great tea! Perfect to stop in for a quick snack or to get the full tea! Loved the Paris tea (caramel and vanilla.) Also, they sell candy bars from London! : )

Carrie C. • November 10, 2020The ramen is fantastic!! Great presentation and lovely outdoor seating in the sun for lunch. Will definitely be coming back to try the rest of the menu.

Nino E. • October 4, 2014Really nice place, surprised to see it tucked in a quiet corner across from Kinokuniya. The food was excellent, the oyako donburi tasted delicious, as did the Uni Ikura and crab donburi with Udon!

Jason H. • July 19, 2013Love this place. Best place to sing karaoke with a large group of friends. Great cocktails to get you in the singing mood.

Andrew B. • November 25, 2013The fire squid is delicious and pretty spicy! The marinated beef is great and you can keep ordering more plates

Tiff T. • September 9, 2012Try the Yuzu Honey Tea - Fresh yuzu, perfect level of sweetness, warms up body and soul.

Andrew P. • November 4, 2017Amazing food experience. Best yellowtail of my life. Incredible service.