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Ryoko's Japanese Restaurant & Bar
Sushi Restaurant and Sake Bar$$$$
Lower Nob Hill, San Francisco
The sashimi at Ryoko's Japanese Restaurant & Bar is a can't miss
"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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Mike JonesSeptember 9, 2016DJ on Saturday night. There's almost always a wait, but certainly worth it!
Corinna MartínezJanuary 5, 2016Everything was excellent!!! Food, service... This place is awesome. Totally recomended! 👍🏻😄
Eli HickoxFebruary 28, 2016Great popping spot that looks straight out of the 70's. If you can stand the wait in line, great sake and sushi are in store for you.
Jaden JohnstonJuly 7, 2013Love love love this place. Amazing staff and DJ spins on Fri/Sat nights. Oh and stellar sushi!
Best nigiri in the city. Look to their specials board for the freshest sushi choices. And also - free edamame!
Tony KitchenJuly 13, 2017Not worth the wait. What kind of sushi place has a Costco-sized jar of peanut butter behind the counter? Yes: there is a roll with peanut butter. The other sushi was about as interesting as a wet rag.
M HansenSeptember 15, 2013A bit loud, a little wait, but great food - chef's nigiri is recommendable! Service is great too!
Trevor FilterAugust 22, 2014Sound strategy: get the sashimi dinner and fill out your meal from the specials board.
Omar Sosa TzecJuly 7, 2016Great food. Just beware the prices, they're different from those shown here (more $)
Fred Stevens-SmithDecember 6, 2015This is a basic ass late night sushi joint. The fact that everyone is raving about the white people rolls should tell you all you need to know.
Lively atmosphere with loud fun music playing. Great place to celebrate.
Drew OliveiraMay 1, 2013Sit by the door at the bar. Can get warm in the back. Great sushi for a hole in the wall.
Stephen KeddieOctober 13, 2017Great atmosphere even when late, really good music from a DJ, great food
The o’toro roll was orgasmic. This place is one of the best in the city.
Omer ZachApril 3, 2016Nothing fancy but actually great. Fill up with the great ume onigiri then get assorted rolls and nigiri.
Grace S.October 18, 2013Tuna yukke, volcano roll, spicy golden gate, hot tail and sayuri sake is delicious!
- 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.
LorenJanuary 16, 2014Big respect for people working here. They work hard. Awesome service. Thank you!
Some great rolls here. Always packed. The food comes very fast, no messing around.
Old, authentic Japanese restaurant with a solid chef. Prepare for a wait to get in.
Aravind RamanathanJune 22, 2015Sushi is obviously fantastic but my favorite was the spicy chicken teriyaki
On the "Today's Special" board try the White Tuna Toro...the best!!
Birgit Pauli-HaackSeptember 7, 2014Food is outstanding as are service and atmosphere! Most friendliest people!
Can KagitcibasiFebruary 15, 2015No need to look for other sushi spots, this place is by far the best!
Simon TanNovember 17, 2016Not sure what's so special about the jumping rolls - they are just fried versions of pretty plain rolls
Derek MorrinMarch 28, 2015Add your name to the wait list yourself. It's on the podium at the bottom of the stairs.
Samuli KokkiAugust 22, 2012Absolutely the very best of Sushi, menu full of golden hits!!! Never been in a place like this. Please visit.
Trey JarmondNovember 22, 2013Some of the best sushi and music in tenderloin district of San Francisco
VernaMay 27, 2013Eh it's ok. Really nice staff but long wait and far from attentive service. I had to ask for things like water multiple times. The sushi itself is very fresh but nothing I'd consider a "must do".
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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.
Open until 11:00 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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