Best Sushi in San Francisco (2025)
AKIKOS
Sushi restaurant · South of Market
A family-run icon reborn downtown with a dramatic Chef’s Stage and a produce-and-fish philosophy that blends aging techniques with Bay Area seasonality. Featured by Eater SF and praised by local food editors for its refined, modern omakase.
KUSAKABE
Japanese restaurant · North Beach
Owner-chef Mitsunori Kusakabe’s serene Jackson Square counter merges Kyoto kaiseki finesse with Edomae technique. Recognized by the Michelin Guide and respected critics for a seasonal omakase that feels deeply rooted in traditional craft.
Ju-Ni
Sushi restaurant · North Panhandle
A 12-seat counter where chefs guide guests through a precise, lively omakase that showcases Toyosu-market fish. Recognized by the Michelin Guide and frequently cited by Eater SF among the city’s top sushi experiences.
Wako Japanese Restaurant
Japanese restaurant · Inner Richmond
In the Richmond District, this softly lit counter focuses on meticulous nigiri and quietly luxurious details. Long celebrated by the Michelin Guide and highlighted by Eater SF for refined chawanmushi and pristine fish.
Omakase
Authentic Japanese restaurant · Showplace Square
SoMa’s jewel-box counter focuses on traditional Edomae methods—curing, aging, and precise rice—to let top-tier fish shine. Recognized by the Michelin Guide and regularly praised by critics for a polished, transportive tasting.
Robin
Sushi restaurant · Civic Center
Chef Adam Tortosa’s Hayes Valley counter tailors menus to each guest, weaving California ingredients and luxury touches into a modern omakase. Recommended by the Michelin Guide and widely featured by Eater SF.
Shizen
Vegan restaurant · Mission
A Mission standout proving sushi can be plant-based and thrilling. Chefs apply classic technique to vegetables and yuba with style. Listed by the Michelin Guide and celebrated by local press for creativity and sustainability.
Saru Sushi Bar
Sushi restaurant · Noe Valley
Noe Valley’s tiny, beloved bar turns out excellent nigiri at approachable prices. Noted by the Michelin Guide and praised by The Infatuation; walk-in lines are part of its neighborhood ritual.
Ryoko's Japanese Restaurant & Bar
Sushi restaurant · Lower Nob Hill
Since 1987, this lively basement spot has fueled late-night sushi cravings with strong sake lists and reliable nigiri. Featured by nightlife and dining editors; a true local institution run by the founding family.
Oma San Francisco Station
Sushi restaurant · Japantown
A minimalist counter tucked inside Japantown’s mall delivering clean, well-seasoned nigiri flights at multiple price points. Recognized by the Michelin Guide and a favorite in recent Japantown roundups.
Ebisu Restaurant
Japanese restaurant · Inner Sunset
A Sunset District landmark for over four decades, still drawing lines for generous sashimi, chirashi, and rolls. Frequently recommended by local guides for its welcoming service and steadfast quality.
