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Page 3Coco's Ramen
When you want to pair excellent ramen with izakaya standards like agedashi tofu, Coco’s Ramen in Bernal Heights is the answer.
Ox + Tiger
Ox + Tiger is a tasting-menu spot near Union Square that makes Japanese and Filipino flavors feel new.
Nojo Ramen Tavern
Nojo Ramen Tavern in Hayes Valley serves ramen with incredibly creamy chicken paitan broth.
An Japanese Restaurant
An Japanese Restaurant is a tiny high-end sushi spot in the Japan Center with standout omakase.
On The Bridge
On The Bridge is a cafe-style Japan Center restaurant with comforting curry rice, spaghetti, and pizza.
Chīsai Sushi Club
Chīsai Sushi Club is a tiny Japanese spot in Bernal Heights with $95 omakase, and an entirely-vegetarian option that’s also under $100.
Niku Steakhouse
Niku Steakhouse in the Design District is one of the best - and most expensive - steakhouses in SF.
Dela Curo Curry
Dela Curo Curry is a food stall in Old Oakland's Swan's Market that specializes in Japanese black curry.
Handroll Project
The temaki-focused spot in the Mission is an exciting and laidback spinoff from the Ju-Ni people, with the same high-quality fish for about half the cost.
Sato Omakase
Come to this Nob Hill spot for an 18-course omakase that feels like a dramatic production.
Nakama Sushi
This cozy Civic Center spot has a range of great sushi options, from rolls and nigiri to a $118 omakase.
Uji Time
Uji Time in Japantown has great taiyaki, plus soft serve, matcha drinks, and other desserts.
Kaiyō Rooftop
Kaiyō Rooftop is a trendy SoMa rooftop bar with views of downtown, lots of cocktails, and great Peruvian-Japanese dishes if you get hungry.
Jikasei Mensho
Mensho Tokyo's more casual outpost in the Twitter building is home to fantastic ramen with miso-based broth.
Hinodeya Ramen Bar
Hinodeya is our go-to spot for ramen with dashi broth in Japantown. Expect a wait.
Ken
Ken is a seven-seat omakase counter in Lower Haight that feels like a dinner party filled with flawless fish.
Ace Wasabi Rock-N-Roll Sushi
Come to Ace Wasabi in the Marina with big groups for a trendy scene and solid sushi.
Ebisu
At Ebisu, in the Sunset, go with the fresh fish of the day off the board, or try the poke roll or 49er roll.
Saru Sushi Bar
This tiny, casual sushi spot in Noe Valley is one of our favorite places for nigiri and rolls.