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(415) 775-7644
639 Post St
San Francisco,
CA
94109
37.7876
-122.4123
Neighborhoods: Tenderloin, Northeast
Years in business
Established in 2003
Price:
$$
Last updated 1.24.11
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American Express, Visa, MasterCard
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What People Are Saying About Sakana
Featured Review
Joanna Currier
Contributor
In Short – Tourists often wander right past this Post Street hole-in-the-wall sushi spot -- unless they're in the know or from Japan. Despite its unassuming ambience, the eatery is listed in Japanese guidebooks as THE place to get a fresh-fish fix in the city. On weekend nights, locals line the sushi bar, each looking as though they were the first to discover how terrific the sashimi and tempura is here.
Editor's Tips
- What to Eat:
- Be sure to ask head sushi chef Michael for his recommendations and don't be afraid to try new things. On-demand rations of toro, or fatty tuna, are well worth the market price.
- Save Money:
- The sushi/sashimi dinner offers 12 pieces with miso soup for $20 -- an excellent value.
10/21/07
Fabulous sushi, great service
by northbay07 at Citysearch
I originally found this sushi spot on a recommendation from a concierge on a trip to SF. We have been dining here for the last 5 years thanks to them! The sushi is always fresh. They make probably the best Philly rolls in the Bay Area. The service is great, food amazing and I love that it's an undiscovered gem.
- Pros: Great sushi, great service
- Cons: very small, not many tables.
05/26/06
Duped!
by keatonmargaret at Citysearch
While the fish itself was decent, I have to say I have never been so disappointed with a sushi experience in my life! For those who say this is "authentic" I'm absolutely floored; I ordered the omakase, and to my horror was presented with what was essentially a $25 combo plate. I've never been served an omakase like this, and have never not been asked about preferences--the chefs are rude and, in this instance, completely inauthentic. I felt so ripped off! I'm glad I'm visiting from out of town, because I'll definitely go home to L.A. and get REAL piece-by-piece, chef's choice, omakase--not a sloppy tuna roll and a bunch of less than stellar nigiri sushi pieces.
10/07/05
Simple but excellent
by luluintan at Citysearch
This restaurant is definitely for a sushi enthusiast. Their fish are extremely fresh and cut to perfection. Great quality and good value. The restaurant is a bit on the smaller side but the service is awesome.
- Pros: FRESH, Good presentation, Value
- Cons: Small, Not for a large crowd
07/12/05
Good Sushi!
by curriedrice at Citysearch
If you are looking for close to Japanese style sushi and sashimi, this is good. I wouldn't call this a "California roll" place. The staff is traditional Japanese. Pay attention to the daily fresh items.
- Pros: Authentic
10/03/04
Unfriendly
by cotanuki at Citysearch
Very good food. But very unfriendly. Such a shame. Real Japanese cheffs and waitresses. Food is good but bit expensive. Appetizer is Oishii and authentic, better than their sushi.
