Robin
Sushi restaurant · Civic Center ·
California-style omakase with creative fusion, sliding scale pricing
California-style omakase with creative fusion, sliding scale pricing
"It costs anywhere from $109 to $209 per person to eat at Robin. But unlike a lot of pricey sushi options in town, this spot is actually a fun place to have dinner with its loud music, colorful tiled walls, and creative dishes like potato chip nigiri topped with caviar. There’s no menu here—instead, servers ask you how much you’re looking to spend. The experience can feel weird at first, but like any good negotiation, you’ll always end up with the right amount of food." - julia chen 1, ricky rodriguez, patrick wong
"There aren’t many spots that are trendier than a NYFW runway, serve great omakase, and let you pay on a sliding scale. That’s how it works at Robin: Tell the waiter exactly how much in the $109-$209 range you’re willing to spend. From there, you’ll receive a proportional amount of things like roasted kabocha squash miso soup, truffle sesame noodles, lots of nigiri, and A5 wagyu dusted in melty shaved foie gras. Whatever you end up throwing down, this Hayes Valley spot makes going out for omakase easy, which is why we come here for special date nights or small group dinners." - julia chen 1, lani conway, patrick wong
"There aren’t many spots that are trendier than a NYFW runway, serve great omakase, and let you pay on a sliding scale. That’s how it works at Robin: Tell the waiter exactly how much in the $109-$209 range you’re willing to spend. From there, you’ll receive a proportional amount of things like roasted kabocha squash miso soup, truffle sesame noodles, lots of nigiri, and A5 wagyu dusted in melty shaved foie gras. Whatever you end up throwing down, Robin makes going out for omakase easy, which is why we come here for special date nights or small group dinners. Cost: $109-$209 per person, with optional add-ons." - julia chen 1, lani conway, patrick wong
"For those who hear omakase and think, “Maybe one day,” Robin has options. Guests are asked how much they’re looking to spend, menus range from $109 to $209, and the staff is transparent about what to expect should you choose to spend a little more. While uni and caviar generally live near the top of Robin’s price ladder, the full Robin experience can be achieved without breaking the bank." - Matt Tillquist
"Chef Adam Tortosa’s splashy, California-influenced omakase spot, which former Eater SF critic Rachel Levin awarded three stars, serves a full omakase experience in Hayes Valley. Prices range from $109 to $209 — the team will craft a bespoke menu based on your dining preferences — and you can expect to see luxurious ingredients like A5 wagyu beef, black truffle, and caviar on the menu alongside Santa Barbara uni and fatty tuna." - Eater Staff