"Saru Sushi Bar's sister spot is laser-focused on one thing: simple yet flawless handrolls. The operation at this Russian Hill counter is pretty straightforward. Just slide up to the bar, mark your order on the paper menu, and wait for a sushi chef to hand you neatly rolled pockets of fish and vinegared rice. There are sets of three, four, or five, and they all include high-quality, uncomplicated fillings like fatty tuna or crispy green onion-topped yellowtail. It’s walk-in only, but things move quickly. You’ll be in and out faster than it takes to find parking on Polk." - julia chen 1, lani conway, patrick wong