Ebiko

I stumbled upon this spot on my way to get coffee and decided to stop in—and wow! I had the salmon sushi, lightly seared to perfection, with a fresh seaweed salad and a little mochi on the side. Incredible quality for about $20—seriously one of the best deals I’ve seen in the city. The staff were friendly and welcoming, the space is clean, and the atmosphere is really inviting. This place has everything it takes to be a North Beach favorite. I can’t wait to come back!

Just such quality fish. I don’t think I’ve ever had fish this good at such a reasonable price. Obviously they’re pre-made and sit in the fridge, so the rice isn’t gonna be omakase quality, but this is the best quality grab-and-go sushi I’ve tried in my entire career. Would for sure visit again

Really fresh delicious sushi! We got the spicy tuna (my fave) avocado roll (so simple, so yummy), the himachi roll, and the omakase nigiri. I’ve also had the salmon aburi before, also one of my faves but not pictured.

Walked across Ebiko and came to check it out. The quality of fish is top notch, super fresh. Some of the best I’ve had in the Bay

I do like their sushi a lot it taste so good and fresh thought the price was just right so glad my sister bring me there overall good customer service

Obsessed with Ebiko and now we don’t have to drive across to east bay on the weekends! Sushi is so fresh and delicious and we love the selection.

Definitely the best place in town for high quality and affordable sashimi/sushi! The fish is fresh and clean with a wide variety. The staff is super friendly as well!

Excellent quality sushi, great price. Super friendly staff!

So happy this new Ebiko location is so close to home for me! Great place to pick up food on the way home from work (if they are still open) or a work from home lunch! The fish here is such great quality and I can always trust that I'm going to get a great meal at a great cost! Best tip is to take a few sushi boxes over across the street to Washington Square to eat and soak up some sun!

This recently opened branch of Ebiko is the perfect grab and go spot for a delicious and quick sushi lunch. I got both their seared salmon belly nigiri and their unagi nigiri for less than $18 because of their 40% off grubhub deal! Salmon Aburi (7.5/10): The salmon aburi came in a great portion. I did find the fattiness of the salmon was a bit too much and relied on the soy sauce to cut through the fat and the fish which was pretty one-note flavor-wise. I most likely wouldn't order this one again. Unagi Nigiri (9/10): Solid unagi!! The sauce was sweet and delicious, perfectly coating each piece of the eel. I did have little bones in the nigiri and much prefer warmer unagi as this one was a bit cold. The flavor was on point though.

The perfect lunch spot if you want something light. Such good value for the quality of sushi you are getting, the fish is so fresh and melts in your mouth. And I love the selection of fish they choose for the omakase nigiri. There's a couple of tables in the store possibly can sit up to ~6-8 but there is a park nearby where you can also picnic. Aside from sushi they have some sides, snacks and drinks. And they provide chopsticks, soy sauce and wasabi. Love this spot and will definitely be back!

I stopped here on my way home from a dentist visit and decided to give it a try. They make fresh sushi and rolls and display them for you to pick and pay at the counter. Their seating area is very small right now, so you might want to consider the to-go option, but the food is good. I ordered miso soup and a salmon roll. When I was at the counter, I told the cashier I was eating here, so he added hot water to the miso soup container, and to my surprise, it was very tasty, as was the salmon roll. I was told they plan to add seating on the opposite side of the store on Stockton Street, but for now, you can grab one of the few seats available on Columbus Avenue.

Definitely worth every penny and so affordable! I absolutely love Ebiko. This newest location is so good and completely my vibe. The ambience is bright, clean, and minimal, and it genuinely feels like one of those cozy one-stop sushi shops in Japan. Everything about it feels so intentional, from the design to the way the food is displayed. The owners are super nice and the workers are very attentive. I love seeing the chefs continuously come to the front to restock, which shows that everything is made fresh throughout the day. The quality and presentation are both amazing. They also have a selection of Japanese snacks and drinks, which adds to the fun and authenticity of the experience. I just love the whole theme and concept of this place. *Omakase Nigiri - mixed variety of salmon, scallop, toro, tuna, and ikura ($16.99) *Salmon Aburi - seared salmon with that perfect melt-in-your-mouth texture ($12.50) *Mini Uni Don - creamy, rich, and perfectly portioned ($8.50) *Spicy Tuna Roll - fresh, flavorful, and balanced spice ($8.99) This newest location is absolutely my favorite. I really hope they open more locations in the Bay Area, especially in San Jose, but for now I'll always make it a point to stop by Ebiko whenever I get the chance!

~ GOOD QUALITY, GREATER PRICE ~ This place is like a 7/11, you grab your sushi in the fridge and you pay at the cashier. There's also lot of Asian snack options! There are a lot of seats inside. All the fishes are super good quality! Definitely get their "Omakase set" it's only $18!! It comes with tuna, toro, ikura, scallop, and salmon.

TLDR: Outstanding quality and a tightly curated sushi selection for a grab n go sushi place. Consider this a high end to-go sushi lunch joint. The rice and fish is PERFECT here.. just the right temperature and the fish - oh so good, tender and melty on your tongue beyond belief. I savor every bite. Pretty much everything here outstrips all the usual average sit-down Japanese places for sushi, to say nothing of supermarket "sushi".. My Favorites: Omakase Set - always good! With this you get seven pieces of Nigiri - a couple of pieces of Salmon Nigiri, 1x Ikura Maki, 1x Bluefin Otoro, 1 pc Akami, 1-2 Chutoro . Great for the main! Salmon Aburi - 5x Big pieces! Super tender! Mini Uni Don - small, but delectable accompanied with plenty of !kura over a small cup of rice. This is a great side that I enjoyed with my Omakase set. Other offerings: Chirashi - on my list, but I always fall hard for the Omakase set! Non-raw options: California Roll - with real snow crab - again, I prefer my favorites above Unagi Nigiri - overshadowed by all the rest! Served light on the Unagi sauce. Inari & Seaweed also available. The prices are VERY reasonable for the quality you get here. lower prices than sit-down sushi places with this caliber of fish. Inside you'll find a Modern, bright and spacious interior. Head for the grab n go case, grab what ya like, scan the drinks and snacks on your right and head for the cashier. Don't forget to grab a pair of their nice chopsticks, wasabi/ginger and soy on your way out. There is some limited seating inside with a small two person table along the wall, and a tall counter by the window facing the street. If it's fully occupied, I just head over to Washington Park down the block and eat there. Friendly service too. We've been to their other location in Oakland several times - call us a regular there almost! I hear their FiDi location is super popular too. I'm stoked to see this latest location in the heart of North Beach! I'll be back here every chance I get.

I have walked by this establishment and today I decided to have a miso soup and 8 pieces of sushi. The service was quick and efficient. Ambiance is very clean and food is made to keep everything fresh

Convenient cute sushi stop that has everything you could need for a picnic operation! There is about 6 bar stool seating if wanting to eat immediately. In addition to sushi selections and sides, there is mochi, snacks, and selection of beverages including sake/beer.

Walking down North Beach on Columbus street there are lots of different good restaurants to choose from all around the neighborhood . I did somehow had a craving for some Japanese food in the middle of Columbus street. I was surprised when I ran into Ebiko in North Beach in San Francisco. This is the same Ebiko which has a downtown San Francisco location. It's a grab' n go sushi but there is also plenty of seating inside. Inside Ebiko you will find different types of takeout sushi. They have spicy tuna rolls and Chutoro Don. I had the snow crab California roll and it's one of the best tasting snow crab California rolls I had in a long time. The avocado was so fresh.They also have Japanese chips along with Japanese drinks. They have drinks like matcha latte by the bottle. They also have Japanese beer and bottles of sake. A good welcoming environment to grab a bite to eat. On Autumn San Francisco North Beach "stroll"on a personal "goal "to grab an otoro "bowl"and a sushi "roll" Ebiko on Columbus street is new to the North Beach food "scene"the cross streets are Union and "Green" a place with delicious take out Japanese "cuisine " you can wash it down with some alcohol like sake or some "caffeine"

Ebiko is a great addition to the neighborhood, and is an excellent value for a quick meal. They have a nice selection of rolls, nigiri, and bowls and they seem have a quick turnover. I've been twice and enjoyed the omakase nigiri and the chirashi bowl. The fish is very fresh and the presentation was very appetizing - in particular the chirashi bowl was a work of art. They have a small bar by the window facing Columbus and a couple of tables where you can eat after paying, but they seem to be mostly a grab-and-go kind of place - Washington Square is just a block away and would be a perfect place to eat while people watching.

Ballin' on a Budget! In this economy, sushi is a luxury. Shoot, eating out is a luxury. If you're looking for fresh, delicious sushi at wallet-friendly prices... Ebiko. They started in Oakland in 2022 and expanded to the city's FiDi in 2024. They just opened their second location in the city in North Beach (took over Caffe Roma). Current hours of operation: 11 am - 5 pm. Takeout only with limited seating. M E N U All Grab 'n Go: Nigiri, sashimi, don (rice bowl), and maki rolls. There's a wall of Japanese snacks and a fridge of canned/bottled drinks including beer and sake. Wish they had small nori wraps for sale to make little hand rolls with your nigiri or don. F O O D Tip: To bring out the flavors of the fish and rice, let the sushi come to room temp; about 30-45 minutes before enjoying. * 7 Piece Omakase Nigiri ($16.99) Two piece sake, hotate, ikura, akami, chutoro, and otoro Seasoned sushi rice that kept its shape when picking up but you can still distinguish each grain. Topped with fresh buttery neta. I was hoping for more variety but a set that includes otoro for less than $17 is unheard of! * 5 Piece Salmon Aburi ($12.50) Seared salmon with tobiko, kewpie, soy, green onions for a deliciously rich bite with a kiss of smoky flavor. * Mini Uni Don ($8.50) Small mound of sticky sushi rice topped with two pieces of sweet, briny Santa Barbara uni and umami rich ikura. S E R V I C E Friendly owner and staff. A M B I A N C E Modern, minimalistic space with two tables and window counter seats. Purse/coat hooks for counter seats. Top 40s playlist. Take your sushi a block away to Washington Square Park to enjoy. P A R K I N G Metered street parking doable on the weekdays. Overall, Ebiko is a great addition to The North Beach area for sushi that won't make you go broque!

Mina-San 皆さん, Konbanwa こんばんは! If you're ever in the mood for sushi and omakase I recommend you to give Ebiko (えびこ) a priority try. They sell quality nigiri and light Japanese snacks. Beautiful aesthetic, clean and very efficient place. It's a Hybrid eatery / non 24 hours konbini コンビニ where you can take yours to-go or eat in. Nice chopsticks will be given for eat in & to-go and not some of those cheap bamboo disposable like at other places. Omakase $16.99 comes with 7 pieces of nigiri and they're high quality salmon, bluefin otoro, akami, chutoro, maguro and ikura. Umai! うまい! ごちそうさまでした

So excited that Ebiko opened another location in North Beach! It's a cute takeout sushi spot! Perfect for a quick lunch. The fish quality was decent and everything tasted pretty fresh! Service was good and friendly too! Would definitely recommend it for an easy weekday lunch stop!

I work in the neighborhood a lot and was so happy when I passed by the newly opened Ebiko! I don't always have time to grab food before work and will be done pretty late in the evening. I've been twice now and both times I've been extremely impressed with the quality of the food, the elegant simplicity of the shop, and the friendliness of the owner and staff (I've interacted with David and Grant). I've gotten the seared salmon and salmon avocado roll both times. The quality and freshness is just amazing! Today, I also got the Omakase. The tuna bellies were exactly what you'd expect from a fancy sit-down sushi restaurant! It melted in my mouth! And I just love the selection of fun chip flavors. And the sake and beers selection is amazing as well! The Jeju beer was surprisingly refreshing!!! And everything is so affordable! I plan on going back as often as I can during my work days!

Pretty good value for sushi Paid $16.99 for the omakase nigiri $12.99 for the chutoro do Both had a good portion size and filling but there wasn't much flavor to the fish... Would go again for a quick lunch/snack

I ordered takeout from this location and was very satisfied with the experience. Easy pickup, sushi was fresh, and great value for the meal. I tried several sushi types, as well as the pickle sampler, which was unique and a great addition to the meal. Pick up was seamless, and the staff was friendly. This will be a go-to for me!

just as good as other locations AND open on weekends. also way bigger and has a restroom. tried the aburi salmon too, salmon cuts are different from the ones in the omakase. there's counter seating inside, cashier was very nice.

No-fuss, fair-priced sushi fix! This place is modern and clean, with fresh sushi that's great for the price. It's more of a grab-and-go spot, but there are a few seats if you want to eat there -- just not ideal for a big group or family. Perfect for a quick sushi fix!

Was just walking by and was surprised to see they had just opened in north beach. Went there on maybe their second day of opening. The space is quite large and bright, a really nice addition to the neighborhood. I first tried them in their Oakland location and let my stomach get the best of me and got maybe 8 things for 2 people. This time I only got 3 items, which were all tasty. California roll, rock and roll, and the salmon and avocado. There's a pretty good ratio of rice to protein. Prices are reasonable, good place for a quick snack/meal on the go. Couple of bar stools and a table to sit at if you want to eat there. They also sell Asian snacks, drinks, and beer.

I am so so happy that they opened up an Ebiko location in this area. I was just walking by when I saw the beautifully designs storefront in North Beach so I stopped in and was happy to see that they were open on weekends and the interior is so clean and organized. It's very straightforward with a grab and go display of the Omakase selection and various different types of sushi! I decided to try their Omakase for the first time and was not disappointed. You really can't find another deal like this for 17 dollars, every cut of fish was nice and thick and melted in your mouth. I'm so impressed and I will definitely be back here. There's only one girl working the check out counter which works fine as it's fast service, she was so nice and sweet! Didn't make you feel pressured or rushed at all and very helpful answering any questions I had. I can't wait to have a really cute picnic in North Beach with some sushi that I grab from Ebiko, 5 stars for sure!

Wow I'm so impressed by this place. I've had Ebiko bookmarked on my yelp for the longest time ever but never made my way to FIDI since it's out of my way. I'm so glad they opened another store in North beach! Cashier was warm and friendly, greeted me right away as I walked in. I snagged the omakase set 5/5 so worth it. Quality and price is reasonable af! Salmon was good 5/5 and chirashi bowl 4/5 was good too. Would definitely come back and try the mini Uni bowl and toro bowl.

Cute store and prefect for a quick pickup. The sushi was fresh but the rice lacked seasoning.

Beware: I had a full aburi salmon plate with only the thin trim that should be used for maki or spicy mixtures, not on nigiri! I not only dislike the texture of these parts, it's just the incorrect way to make salmon nigiri. Needless to say, it was a waste. I haven't had this issue at the location on 1st. I likely won't order from this location again.

So glad that Ebiko opened a new location closer to my job. The fish was super fresh and melty in your mouth. The price was reasonable!

Tasty sushi, a nice selection and variety to try. Also has a nice seating area to enjoy the sushi that faces the street. A must visit for locals and tourists alike!

Excellent sushI and so fresh and reasonably priced. Finally a Japanese Take out or Eat in, Welcome to North Beach.