Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in San Francisco

OpenTable

Updated May 05, 2025

Looking for the best special occasion restaurants in San Francisco? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Sushi Hashiri

4.9

4.9 (224)

$50 and over

Sushi

SOMA

About the restaurant

A progressive approach executed from a deep history of Kappo and Omakase Edomae Sushi. Two of Japan’s historical culinary concepts brought together combining hyper-seasonal ingredients and premium fish selections direct from our private purveyor inside the world renown Toyosu fish market in Tokyo, Japan. Hashiri’s focus is to exemplify its re-evolving cuisine to showcase Japan’s richest seasonal ingredients.

HASHIRI "KODAWARI EDOMAE SUSHI" - $300
Hyper seasonal multi course Kappo & Omakase Edomae Sushi dining experience at the sushi counter.

HASHIRI " OMAKASE EDOMAE SUSHI" - $200
Hyper seasonal Omakase Edomae Sushi dining experience at the sushi counter.

Due to our limited seating and the effort involved in curating our menu with internationally sourced ingredients, we kindly ask for your understanding regarding our cancellation policy. Cancellations or no-shows within 72 hours of your reservation will incur the full cost of the dining experience.

Top review

Minsfo

Dined on Mar 9, 2025

Amazing omakase sushi dinner. Friendly and professional team who genuinely want to get to know you. Service does not feel rushed, good ambiance, our favorite Japanese restaurant in the Bay Area.

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"KODAWARI EDOMAE SUSHI"

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"OMAKASE EDOMAE SUSHI"

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An Exclusive Mother's Day Evening to Remember

MKT Restaurant and Bar

4.8

4.8 (1266)

$31 to $50

Californian

Downtown / Union Square

About the restaurant

MKT Restaurant & Bar at Four Seasons San Francisco offers a sophisticated and inviting space that effortlessly blends modern elegance with a warm, welcoming ambiance. Perfectly situated within the iconic Four Seasons Hotel, MKT provides an exceptional setting for private dining experiences, whether for intimate dinners, business meetings, or special celebrations. With versatile event spaces, including private dining rooms designed for exclusive gatherings, MKT is ideal for hosting everything from milestone birthdays to corporate functions. The restaurant’s sleek yet comfortable design, combined with its renowned culinary offerings, ensures that every event is memorable. Whether you're planning a cocktail reception or a formal dinner, MKT delivers a distinctive atmosphere tailored to your needs.

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GabeVIP

Dined on Apr 24, 2025

Thank you for the beautiful experience for my birthday

Troya

4.8

4.8 (501)

$30 and under

Mediterranean

Pacific Heights

About the restaurant

Troya, is a Mediterranean restaurant served delicious food in a stylish cozy settings

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JamesVIP

Dined on Apr 13, 2025

Great food and all-around dining experience each time.

KUSAKABE

4.8

4.8 (415)

$50 and over

Sushi

Financial District / Embarcadero

About the restaurant

Come and experience San Francisco's original Omakase (chef's choice) sushi in the Kyoto-kaiseki style.

Kyoto-kaiseki is considered to represent the ultimate in Japanese dining; combining art and the finest seasonal ingredients.

Kyoto-born and trained chef Mitsunori Kusakabe's creative accolades include winning the Creative Sushi Award from the National Sushi Society and Sushi of the Year in competition against other world-renowned sushi chefs.

If your party size is more than 11 guests or if you are considering a buyout, please contact us at info@kusakabe-sf.com.

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MaryVIP

Dined on Apr 25, 2025

Superb! Absolutely exquisite in every way Expensive but worth it

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Petite Omakase for Tuesday through Friday

Hinata Sushi

4.8

4.8 (220)

$50 and over

Sushi

Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness

About the restaurant

Hinata is a Sushi Omakase restaurant located in San Francisco's Van Ness district. We use quality ingredients along with authentic techniques to bring the most surprising and innovative Omakase experience to our guest.

We offer a prix fixe sushi menu starting at $98. Our menu will change daily, depending on the season and what is available from the Toyosu Market in Japan. Our full course meal will include multiple courses: 18 pieces of nigiri sushi, 3 refreshing bites, miso soup, and house-made dessert.

Please note:
- We only offer a set Omakase tasting menu (each reserved seat MUST order the Omakase)
- We can not accommodate Vegetarians/Vegans.
- We require 24 hour notice for any allergies and dietary restriction modifications
- We are unable to modify the menu on the same day of the reservation
- Please review the CANCELATION/NO-SHOW policy before booking

We look forward to seeing you soon!

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Christine

Dined 6 days ago

Outstanding from start to finish. The food was top notch, great quality. The service was impeccable, well paced, friendly, and knowledgeable. The wine pairing was so interesting. Great all around

Sushi Hon

4.8

4.8 (468)

$50 and over

Sushi

Mission District

About the restaurant

Nestled in the heart of San Francisco's Mission District, at 2598 Harrison Street, Sushi Hon is more than a restaurant; it's a revered institution for extraordinary Japanese cuisine. Our reputation rests on our exclusive Omakase, where we meticulously source the finest fish and produce from across the globe to craft an exceptional 19-course dinner. Whether you choose to dine at your table or immerse yourself in the culinary theater of our Chef's Table, we are unwavering in our commitment to bringing the best of the market directly to your plate. At Sushi Hon, excellence is not just a standard it's a tradition.

Please note that the final reservation is accepted at 9 PM.
All parties will be subject to a 20% service charge.

We look forward to serving you soon.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Apr 13, 2025

Loved the dining experience. Great quality sushi!

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| Sushi Table | Exclusive Omakase at Sushi Hon

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| Sushi Bar | Exclusive Omakase at Sushi Hon

Sushi Hakko

4.8

4.8 (295)

$50 and over

Japanese

Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio

About the restaurant

**Welcome to Sushi Hakko on Union St. + Fillmore St.**
We'd like to offer our tasting menu that's reflecting Chef Alex Kim and his team's pursuit of top notch sushi experience. Our approach is a harmonious crossover of authentic Edo-mae style with Western skill. From fish to rice, cooking rice to garnish prep - a true synergy of not only Californian but Japan.

**Sushi Bar Experience**
For the best experience of our tasting menu, we'd recommend the sushi bar seating, where chef will serve and explain the dish by dish, piece by piece with an extensive information of the skills and ingredients.

**Regular Tables**
Our regular tables are also available for the tasting menu and you can make a reservation at any time slot to your convenience.

*Large Group*
For any party of 7 or more, please kindly call us at 415.814.2886 or email at sushihakko@gmail.com. We will get back to you asap.

All parties will be subject to a 20% service charge.

We look forward to serving you soon.

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patVIP

Dined on Apr 29, 2025

Chef is divine. One of the best dining experiences in the City!

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Experience

Sushi Hakko Bar Experience

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Sushi Hakko Table Experience

Nisei

4.8

4.8 (96)

$50 and over

Japanese

Russian Hill

About the restaurant

Nisei presents a contemporary approach to Japanese American cuisine by combining deep Japanese flavors, refined cooking technique, and Northern California's finest ingredients. The restaurant is a personal reflection of Chef David Yoshimura's unique experience as a Michelin starred chef and second generation Japanese American, or Nisei.

Nisei can accommodate most severe allergies with advance notice, however due to the nature of the tasting menu format, we can not meet all dietary restrictions or aversions. In order to maintain the spirit of our cuisine, the following items can not be removed: Salt, sugar, soy sauce, and egg cooked into items.

All Experience prices below reflect a 20% Service Fee and 8.63% SF Sales Tax applied to the base price of each experience. This Service Fee goes towards paying our employees a livable wage as well as providing health insurance.

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Linda

Dined 7 days ago

Delicious, thoughtful, beautiful courses. The sake pairings complimented the dishes for an outstanding meal.

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May Reservations - AAPI Month at Nisei

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Ki Chung x Bar Maze at Nisei

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Chef Timothy Jacob at Nisei

Yakiniku Shodai

4.8

4.8 (73)

$50 and over

Japanese Speciality

Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness

About the restaurant

Yakiniku Shodai hopes to bring in an extraordinary yakiniku dining experience to the San Francisco Bay Area. Begins with the high quality selections of Japanese Wagyu, comparable Michelin star level of attentive service, and skillful hands of our talented chefs. Together, we confidently present the most exquisit taste of meat and make every meal at Yakiniku Shodai a truly extraordinary dining experience.
Our owner/ chef Andy, originated from Taipei, Taiwan, has over 20 collective years experience in the restaurant industry.

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Kenneth

Dined on Apr 25, 2025

Great staff!! Celebrated my girlfriends birthday and it did not disappoint! Would highly recommend coming here

The Red Window

4.7

4.7 (79)

$30 and under

Modern European

North Beach

About the restaurant

The Red Window that offers dinner, brunch, a Cocktail bar and an event space. Its menu is marked by innovation and intentionality, bringing a touch of modern European cuisine blends the vibrant flavors of Spanish tapas, the rich traditions of Italian cuisine, and the boldness of American culinary influences into a captivating dining experience to the San Francisco dining scene. The Red Window is distinguished by its remarkable Art and Décor, all meticulously crafted by the diligent work of local artists and designers. At the Red Window, dining is an immersive and positive experience that transcends the food on the plate. Whether indulging in brunch or dinner, guests are guaranteed an unparalleled and enjoyable experience.

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Nicole

Dined on Apr 27, 2025

Excellent food and atmosphere! Great for a big party

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Experience

Sip, Smile and Save - Early Birds Special!

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Brunch and Live Music

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