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Discover the Best Sushi in San Francisco

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With one of the largest Japan towns on the planet and a seafood-friendly location right on the Pacific Ocean, San Francisco is one of the top sushi cities in the world. When it comes to the best sushi in San Francisco, there are many contenders, and they are scatted throughout the city's many diverse neighborhoods. But where are the smartest, savviest diners eating out? Welcome to our Tastemakers List. We’ve pulled data from thousands of restaurants to find the top spots among OpenTable's most expert, seasoned diners. You’ll find everything from Toyko-style sushi bars to high-end California fusion where sushi gets an innovative makeover—all vetted by the types of taste-makers who know the best spots around the city. Impress your friends and family and score a table.

20 Restaurants

Updated February 25, 2020

Restaurants:	Otoro Sushi, Morimoto - Napa, Mitama Japanese Restaurant…
Price Range:	$$ - $$$$
Cuisines:	Japanese, Sushi…
Neighborhoods:	Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness, Napa, Berkeley…

Otoro Sushi

$$$$·Japanese·

Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness

642 reviews

Neighborhood Gem
Good for a Date
Cozy

This critically acclaimed Hayes Valley neighborhood gem is surprisingly close to downtown San Francisco and one of the places to get the best sushi in San Francisco before the near…Read more

81% recommended

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Morimoto - Napa

$$$$·Japanese·

Napa

6,273 reviews

Special Occasion
Fit for Foodies
Creative Cuisine

Located in the town of Napa in the heart of Northern California's wine country, Morimoto is a great place to recharge the stomach and soul after a day out tasting in the vineyards…Read more

89% recommended

Most Booked in San Francisco Bay Area

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Mitama Japanese Restaurant

$$$$·Sushi·

Berkeley

124 reviews

Authentic
Neighborhood Gem
Good for Birthdays

With a no-frills attitude and a chic modern setting right on College Avenue in Berkeley, Mitama Sushi is one of the top sushi eateries in the East Bay. The menu here focuses on top…Read more

100% recommended

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Akemi Berkeley

$$$$·Japanese·

Berkeley

330 reviews

Casual
Good for Groups
Neighborhood Gem

A trendy and stylish Japanese restaurant located in the upscale Solano Avenue area of Berkeley, Akemi has a menu based on farm-to-table offerings produced locally in Northern Calif…Read more

88% recommended

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Kimono Restaurant

$$$$·Japanese·

Benicia

603 reviews

Good for Birthdays
Good for Groups
Special Occasion

Specializing in Tappanyaki-style service, where an iron griddle is used to stir fry ingredients all together at high heat, Kimono Restaurant is located in the town of Benecia, in t…Read more

92% recommended

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Sanraku Metreon

$$$$·Sushi·

SOMA

387 reviews

Casual
Great for Lunch
Healthy

Serving some of the best sushi in San Francisco to eat after a day exploring downtown's museums, Sanraku Metreon is located right in the Yerba Buena Gardens complex across the stre…Read more

95% recommended

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Ozumo - San Francisco

$$$$·Japanese·

Financial District / Embarcadero

2,753 reviews

Scenic View
Special Occasion
Fit for Foodies

With sweeping views out over the San Francisco Bay from its Embarcadero area waterfront location and long sushi bar that seats 30 people, Ozumo is a popular afterwork place for top…Read more

85% recommended

Scenic View in San Francisco

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Akiko's Restaurant & Sushi Bar

$$$$·Japanese·

Downtown / Union Square

1,278 reviews

Fit for Foodies
Authentic
Good for a Date

With exposed brick walls and solid oak tables, Akiko's fits right in to its Financial District area's surroundings yet offers one of the most authentic Japanese experiences in the …Read more

93% recommended

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Yoshi's Oakland

$$$$·Japanese·

Oakland

6,685 reviews

Live Music
Good for a Date
Special Occasion

A centerpiece of the waterfront Jack London Square shopping and dining area in Oakland, Yoshi's is both a Japanese restaurant and a vibrant jazz club where both local and touring t…Read more

93% recommended

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Okane

$$$$·Japanese·

SOMA

229 reviews

Fit for Foodies
Casual
Good for a Date

Modeling itself after a traditional Japanese izakaya, a kind of casual pub where food is also served, Okane is a popular South of Market area (SoMa) hideaway for foodies in the kno…Read more

85% recommended

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Sushi Hon

$$$$·Sushi·

Mission

232 reviews

Fit for Foodies
Good for a Date
Special Occasion

Located in the heart of the hip Mission District, Sushi Hon is a bustling neighborhood sushi joint with a strong local following. Enjoy a full selection of nigiri and sashimi here …Read more

82% recommended

Fit for Foodies in San Francisco Bay Area

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ICHI Sushi

$$$$·Japanese·

Mission

416 reviews

Fit for Foodies
Neighborhood Gem
Special Occasion

Winner of multiple diner's choice awards and critical acclaim, ICHI Sushi has been pleasing the Outer Mission District since it started as a local catering company back in 2006. Th…Read more

93% recommended

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Eiko's

$$$$·Japanese·

Napa

1,094 reviews

Good for a Date
Fit for Foodies
Great for Lunch

A fashionable addition to the formidable Napa dining scene, Eiko's features elegant design elements including paintings by a Buddhist Monk and Brazilian woodworking. With a live DJ…Read more

97% recommended

Kid Friendly in Wine Country

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BlueFin Japanese Restaurant

$$$$·Japanese·

San Jose

587 reviews

Bar Seating
Good for a Date
Authentic

With a full Japanese menu that includes teriyaki, tempura, noodles, and much more, BlueFin is also one of the best bets in San Jose for enjoying fresh high-quality sushi in an upsc…Read more

96% recommended

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Sushi Kosho

$$$$·Sushi·

Sebastopol

164 reviews

Fit for Foodies
Good for a Date
Creative Cuisine

Named after a popular citrusy condiment used often in Japanese food, Sushi Kosho is a sophisticated restaurant located in Sebastopol, in the heart of the Sonoma County wine country…Read more

88% recommended

Good for Groups in Wine Country

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Sasa

$$$$·Japanese·

Walnut Creek

1,686 reviews

Good for a Date
Fit for Foodies
Special Occasion

Housed in a historic building that was once home to the Walnut Creek Meat Market, Sasa is an East Bay institution with a large outdoor patio and both a sake and a sushi bar. Finely…Read more

96% recommended

Japanese in San Francisco Bay Area

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Hashiri

$$$$·Japanese·

SOMA

181 reviews

Good for Anniversaries
Romantic
Special Occasion

Our perspective is coming soon. In the meantime, please enjoy the restaurant’s description: Hashiri offers a culinary journey through authentic kaiseki and traditional edomae sushi…Read more

90% recommended

Best Service in San Francisco Bay Area

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KUSAKABE

$$$$·Sushi·

Financial District / Embarcadero

335 reviews

Good for Anniversaries
Authentic
Creative Cuisine

Our perspective is coming soon. In the meantime, please enjoy the restaurant’s description: Kusakabe is a gourmet sushi experience in San Francisco that offers diners a delicious w…Read more

100% recommended

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Hana Zen Sushi Bar - Pier 39

$$$$·Japanese·

Fisherman's Wharf

155 reviews

Scenic View
Special Occasion
Good for Groups

Views of Alcatraz and the Golden Gate Bridge greet diners at Hana Zen Sushi Bar, a full-service Japanese restaurant located at the end of Pier 39 in the action-packed Fisherman's W…Read more

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Yoji Sushi House

$$$$·Sushi·

Forest Hill / West Portal

15 reviews

Happy Hour
Good for a Date
Authentic

Located in the mostly residential Forest Hill neighborhood of San Francisco, Yoji Sushi Bar is a small traditional Japanese restaurant that focuses on fresh local sushi. Look for a…Read more

100% recommended

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