Hours
Open$45avg per person
San Francisco’s izakaya that marries Tokyo soul with Bay Area freshness
Based on 2.5k reviews across 2 platforms
authentic Japanese izakaya experiencehigh-quality, precisely seasoned grilled yakitori and sashimiwarm, lively atmosphere with unique wood accents
mandatory 20% service feeoccasional inconsistency in cocktails or certain dishescozy space can be lively, not ideal for quiet conversations
$45/person
Best for: Date nights (romantic yet lively ambiance) · After‑work gatherings (shareable skewers, casual vibe) · Solo diners at the bar (engaging counter, thoughtful pacing) · Adventurous eaters exploring authentic Japanese beyond sushi
Reservations: Recommended
What to Order
4 dishesTsukune (yakitori skewers)
$7.00Charcoal‑grilled minced chicken meatballs with egg‑yolk‑dipped tare, smoky and tender
Chiizu Tori Katsu
$14.00Crispy chicken katsu with a molten cheese center, crunchy panko and snowy cabbage
Kama‑Tama Udon
$12.00Hand‑rolled udon in a “carbonara” style with raw egg yolk, butter, ginger and katsuobushi, rich and comforting
Hojicha Panna Cotta
$9.00Silky roasted‑green‑tea panna cotta with hojicha syrup and almond cookie, delicate and soothing