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Fuhuihua

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4.3(22)
Hidden Gem

SF's most exclusive Shanghainese omakase experience

Fuhuihua is operating at a level that transcends typical restaurant categories - this is culinary artistry disguised as a neighborhood spot on 24th Street. Chef Ge's 8-seat omakase format allows for an intensely personal dining experience where traditional Shanghainese techniques meet Japanese precision and philosophy. The unanimous 5-star reviews aren't hyperbole; multiple diners compare this to Michelin-starred establishments, with one reviewer invoking Jiro himself. The scarcity factor is real - with only 8 seats per service and what appears to be limited seatings, securing a reservation is the main barrier to entry. This isn't just dinner; it's a cultural immersion where each dish carries personal meaning from the chefs' backgrounds. If you can get in, you're experiencing what may be the Bay Area's best-kept secret before the Michelin Guide inevitably discovers it.

What to Order

1 dish

⭐Don't leave without trying

Must Order

Chef's Omakase Menu

Multi-course tasting menu blending traditional Shanghainese techniques with Japanese precision, featuring carefully sourced ingredients with cultural significance

Is This For You?

Great for

  • •Special occasion fine dining
  • •Authentic Shanghainese cuisine enthusiasts
  • •Omakase/chef's table experiences
  • •Culinary adventurers seeking hidden gems
  • •Intimate dining for serious food lovers

Maybe not for

  • •Casual weeknight dinners
  • •Large groups (8-seat maximum)
  • •Budget-conscious diners

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