Sushi Shin
Authentic Japanese restaurant · Redwood City ·
Intimate omakase counter with fish sourced from Japan
Intimate omakase counter with fish sourced from Japan
"This intimate spot’s nine-seat counter is our go-to for perfectly executed omakase. Half the fun is watching the chef prepare each dish before your eyes, and with 20 courses that change daily, the chef’s expert knifework makes for an impressive show. The monkfish liver is creamy and smooth, the seared fatty tuna is buttery with just a hint of smoke, and the spot prawn is sweet and tender. Reservations open 30 days in advance on Tock at 10pm (set your alarm and don’t be late or you’ll be waiting another month)." - Gabi Moskowitz
"This intimate spot’s nine-seat counter is our go-to for perfectly executed omakase. Half the fun is watching the chef prepare each dish before your eyes, and with 20 courses that change daily, the chef’s expert knifework makes for an impressive show. The monkfish liver is creamy and smooth, the seared fatty tuna is buttery with just a hint of smoke, and the spot prawn is sweet and tender. Reservations open 30 days in advance on Tock at 10pm (set your alarm and don’t be late or you’ll be waiting another month)." - Gabi Moskowitz
"This discreet nook offers an elegant refuge from the quaint bustle of downtown Redwood City, and in turn offers some of the best sushi in town. Chef Jason Zhan manages the counter with aplomb and no shortage of charm, skillfully assembling a distinctive omakase featuring carefully sourced, seasonal seafood. At dinner, guests can select either a standard menu, or a pricier “premium” version that gilds the lily with rarer delicacies, while at lunch a single abbreviated menu is offered. The meal begins with a procession of small plates, which might include unique offerings like tempura-fried greeneye dusted with matcha, or soy-marinated Japanese sea snail, before proceeding to flavor-forward nigiri topped with the likes of horse mackerel and hairy crab." - Michelin Inspector
"I saw that Sushi Shinnin in Redwood City was among the Bay Area restaurants that lost its Michelin star rating this year." - Dianne de Guzman
"With over 20 years of experience specializing in sushi, chef Jason Zhan opened Sushi Shin in early 2020 as a quaint spot serving premium ocean delicacies. The restaurant, which has since navigated a pandemic and earned a Michelin star, houses just nine seats for an omakase menu, with only two seatings per night. The dining experience is notably intimate but refined, as Zhan prepares and slices an array of fresh fish, shellfish, and seafood in front of guests. With the utmost attention to quality, he sources the fish and crafts the menu each night based on what is prime in the market." - Cathy Park