(415) 512-1111
2 New Montgomery St
San Francisco,
CA
94105
37.7885
-122.4021
Neighborhoods: South Beach, Central East
Kyo-Ya
What People Are Saying About Kyo-Ya Restaurant
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
The Scene – A top destination for visiting businessmen, this upscale Japanese restaurant has an austere, yet refined sensibility. The decor is elegant and minimalist, with clean lines, simple furniture and soft lighting. The dining room is divided into a series of semi-enclosed areas, adding a feeling of intimacy. – – The Food – Exquisite nigiri, sashimi and maki emerge from the action-packed sushi bar with freshly grated wasabi. The kitchen's cooked specialties are also outstanding, such as grilled butterfish in a soybean sauce, utterly greaseless tempura and…
08/24/08
Lovely sushi around the corner
by ajax00
I'm writing this after my third time visiting Kyo-Ya since the first time in June 2007. I live in Oregon, but when my boyfriend and I come to San Francisco for business trips, we make it a point to visit this quiet gem. I've never had their main entrees, like their beef or butterfish (although it sounds amazing), but I love their nigiri sushi and their sushi rolls. The yellowtail is superb, it has the distinct flavor of tuna, but more savory and just melt-in-your-mouth good. The spicy rolls are excellent too. It's always been quiet and never crowded when we're there.
- Pros: Sushi, waitress customer service, location
- Cons: Managers seem rushed, lack of desserts, parking
12/09/06
Let's hope it recovers
by beijingduck
Kyoya was one of my favorite Japanese cuisine restaurants despite not being open on weekends. No longer. When my office was located near there I used to go so frequently that the staff knew me and, despite busy times, were cordial. The variety and quality of food, even at lunch, were tempting and satisfying. And it's a beautiful place despite the tables being surprisingly cramped for 4 adults. I had been going less frequently but still enough to be remembered. However the last time I invited friends I was surprised to find a change in the lunch format. The big multi-page menu was gone, replaced by a limited selection. My favorite lunch box had been reduced too. And it was crowded, but certainly no excuse for my second favorite server to be impatient with one of my guests who asked for a clarification. She seemed annoyed the entire time. The quality of food was still top notch (such as the sashimi, sushi and beef and butterfish) but the limited choices made me want to consider other restaurants where the staff seems pleased for the patronage and where there is more variety and almost as good quality but at much lower prices. With its sleek decor, variety of food, and excellent cooking Kyoya was almost perfect for me. But I'm not pleased by the recent rationalizations and maybe the staff is unhappy as well.
- Pros: Decor, quality of ingredients
- Cons: Abrupt service, diminished menu
01/25/06
Just Appearances
by sushisucker
I was highly disappointed by the quality of food here especially the sashimi. The freshness was only average and the selection minimal. I went there three separate times to make sure I did not catch them on a sub-par night, and all three times, I was disappointed. I can only say there three strikes and you're out! There are much better places in the city that serves better food for the money though I have to admit, the Kyo-Ya has a impressive decor.
- Pros: decor, service
- Cons: sashimi, kaiseki dinner, sushi
The Details on Kyo-Ya Restaurant
What to Drink:
Try any of the more than a dozen high-end sakes, served elegantly in martini glasses with fancy cucumber garnishes.
Save Money:
Budget-conscious diners may want to experience Kyo-Ya at lunchtime, when prices are somewhat lower.
The Extras:
Many Japanese and Canadian credit cards are accepted here.
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