SUSHI Nagai

The experience by itself was worth it, let alone the food. I've never had an experience similar to what I had at this restaurant. Every bite is unique. There is someone dedicated to preparing food right in front of you. They have a fantastic wine and sake selection as well. I want to give a special shout out to the general manager of the restaurant who made the experience above and beyond anything I could have expected. Thank you!

Truly unique experience that transports the feeling of being in Japan. Chef Nagai-san is a master at creating beautifully exotic edo style sushi with authenticly sourced ingredients. The omakase style menu enables a magical exploration of flavors over a dozen courses. Make the journey to try this!

I wanted to like this sushi restaurant but they unfortunately didn’t live up to expectations, especially since there’s so many good sushi omakase restaurants in the Bay Area. First off, it’s priced really high so already setting expectations high. Per person is around $200 before tax, tip and any drinks. (It can fluctuate depending on the ingredients they use at the time) Second, the timing is off. Because they don’t have set seating times, the chefs have to make each piece/dish as people come in. It leaves empty time between each dish or bite sometimes and that’s awkward for sushi omakase. Omakase is also about the rhythm of the dishes. Lastly, the dishes and nigiris were good but nothing blew my mind or really stood out. At the end of the night, I was thinking I’d rather go to other sushi restaurants such as Ju Ni or Sasaki where you’d probably spend about the same amount per person as you would here but the experience is just a step higher. Sorry sushi Nagai.

This is a brand new restaurant, it opened just nine weeks ago. It is a omakase-only edomae-style sushi restaurant. It is a very special restaurant that will deliver a one-of-a-kind sushi experience, with a price tag to match. Chef Nagai presides over a small number of seats in a sparsely-decorated location just off of Union Square. Over nearly two dozen separate courses, you will be served expertly- and individually-prepared morsels from the sea, while the chef makes jokes and answers questions. Nagai and his staff are friendly and unassuming, almost to the point where the food is of a different atmosphere than the service. I love sushi and love to see what's out there; this is worth a special trip.

Amazing. Food is delicious and the owners are fantastic. Will definitely be back.

Amazing experience and delicious menu! Chef rocks!!!!

Very nice restaurant, Chef Nagai focus on the original taste of food instead of the outlook or smell of the food. Suggest to everyone who cherish food and enjoy food.

Authentic Edo style sushi without flying to Tokyo. I hope to return again and again. Welcome to San Francisco Chef Nagai - san.