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Ryoko's Japanese Restaurant & Bar
Sushi Restaurant and Sake Bar$$$$
Lower Nob Hill, San Francisco
This sushi restaurant is famous for their sashimi. It's one of the most popular in the city!
"Highly recommend the Jumping Tuna roll and the Spicy Beef Teriyaki!"(18 Tips)
"Pokemon Roll and the Volcano are awesome."(10 Tips)
"Get the omakase (chef’s selection)!"(8 Tips)
"Favorite rolls are jumping Unagi and spicy golden gate"(6 Tips)
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Stealth MooseMarch 27, 2018I have no idea about Sushi but we had a blast here. That teapot doesn’t contain green tea - it’s full of soy sauce. Easily confused in the dark...
Best nigiri in the city. Look to their specials board for the freshest sushi choices. And also - free edamame!
Jesus GallardoApril 17, 2014Excellent little place for sushi... Be prepared to wait in line to be seated seems like it is quite popular!
AdriàOctober 2, 2016Go early, it gets really full. There's a list on the entrance, no reservations. Great sushi and service.
The o’toro roll was orgasmic. This place is one of the best in the city.
ShinnawyApril 25, 2018Ordered the Omakase, there are 3 options: $50, $80, $100. Definitely worth it! 👍🏼
O DearMarch 26, 2017Everything is good here! The jumping tuna, the Philadelphia, the chicken teriyaki, the hot sake...
Nikki BoSeptember 6, 2013Be prepared to wait 45-60 mins on weekends. Enjoy an adult beverage nearby, really ONE because that's probably a perfect wait time!
Amanda AppiariusMarch 27, 2012The volcano roll is my favorite of any sushi place!! Peanut butter!? Pure genius although it sounds slightly off putting. Just do it!
Mike JonesSeptember 9, 2016DJ on Saturday night. There's almost always a wait, but certainly worth it!
Volcano roll, fried prawn head, monk fish liver, uni, fried prawn head and oysters make the perfect combo.
On the "Today's Special" board try the White Tuna Toro...the best!!
- Stephen KeddieOctober 13, 2017Great atmosphere even when late, really good music from a DJ, great food
Omar Sosa TzecJuly 7, 2016Great food. Just beware the prices, they're different from those shown here (more $)
Falcon DarkstarApril 14, 2018It's *loud* in here. Like have to shout at your server loud. They play dance music, loudly. The sushi is pretty awesome though; huge selection of rolls.
Derek MorrinMarch 28, 2015Add your name to the wait list yourself. It's on the podium at the bottom of the stairs.
Jeff WFebruary 11, 2015This place is good, not always worth the long wait, and cramped seating, but definitely fresh and satisfying…
Aravind RamanathanJune 22, 2015Sushi is obviously fantastic but my favorite was the spicy chicken teriyaki
James KnightMarch 6, 2013Had to wait on the stairs for quite some time before we got a table but they were happy for us to drink on the stairs which I thought was kinda cool.
Great uni! Not bitter or smelly like some places around here
Grace S.October 18, 2013Tuna yukke, volcano roll, spicy golden gate, hot tail and sayuri sake is delicious!
Old, authentic Japanese restaurant with a solid chef. Prepare for a wait to get in.
- Jack SungDecember 5, 2015Went on a Tues evening 30 minutes before opening & we were second in line. We stayed for about 1.5 hours and people were still queuing to get in.
Drew OliveiraMay 1, 2013Sit by the door at the bar. Can get warm in the back. Great sushi for a hole in the wall.
Get the volcano roll. The catepillar roll is also great.
Birgit Pauli-HaackSeptember 7, 2014Food is outstanding as are service and atmosphere! Most friendliest people!
Trey JarmondNovember 22, 2013Some of the best sushi and music in tenderloin district of San Francisco
Shawna A.December 23, 2013Very busy, and very tasty. Make sure to sign in on the clip board at the bottom of the stairs.
LorenJanuary 16, 2014Big respect for people working here. They work hard. Awesome service. Thank you!
My favourite sushi place so far! Plenty of vegetarian options.
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Ryoko's Japanese Restaurant & Bar
619 Taylor St (at Cosmo Pl)
San Francisco, CA 94102
United States
San Francisco, CA 94102
United States
Ryoko's is a neighborhood staple that's been serving fresh and authentic Japanese cuisine for decades in an atmosphere that'll transport you to Tokyo.
Closed until 5:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Sat
- 5:00 PM–11:00 PM
- Sun
- 5:00 PM–10:00 PM
(415) 775-1028
Features
Reservations
No
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Outdoor Seating
No
Music
Live Music
Food & Drink
Menus
Dinner
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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- 9.1
"Rolls were delicious! Garlic edamame as well :)"
Rachel H - 7.5
"Good omakase with variety. I liked that they opened with a few non-sushi items. All fish was very fresh. Our chef for the night was a very nice older Japanese man. Wait staff was also very pleasant."
eifeh - 8.1
"The sushi here is the definition of fresh - really sets it on another level. Try the Hamachi Whiteout roll and the Flaming Seabass roll. The butterfish here is heavenly as well!"
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