On 09.15.07 Saturday evening we walked in and were told it will be 45 minutes. After 40 minutes walked in to check again we were told that he was sitting reservations first and did not know how long it would be. My wife and I had our cousin and 7 year old nephew out of town whos nuts about sushi. We were looking forward to this meal all day and had bitter sushi at the end. Next time I would walk in ask for phone number call make reservation in front of them and come back at the time I specified - it should be more reliable according to their rules. But I am never going back probably better for both them and us. I cant believe I am still bitter about it... usually I am not... sorry. I would not have said anything if it wasnt for my nephew.

The food is great and the atmosphere is great!!! Too bad Gan was a abusive father... If you dont believe me then ask him about his son.

Good food, Good price, Good service

This is my favorite local sushi place. It is the very best sushi I've had for the price. They could certainly charge MUCH more. It is definitely the best sushi in the neighborhood. The service is friendly too. It is a small restaurant with only a few tables in front, a sushi bar, and a few tables in back. The atmosphere is quiet and the decor is simple. Frequently the owner comes to our table to greet us. I really like the gyoza and the fried crab appetizers. They have some very creative rolls as well. Ok, this is not high-end sushi, but you can't expect that for the prices they charge. The other two affordable sushi places in the immediate area (Yo Yo and We Be) are cheaper but they both serve terrible food. You can get better sushi in the city if you want to pay $$$$. However, this really is the VERY best quality sushi I've had in this price range.

- missmockingbird

Perfect for sushi delivery

I've tried to have sushi delivered from a couple of places before, and it was always a nightmare.

In contrast, Crazy Sushi delivers delicious, fresh sushi, super fast. It is a little expensive, but definitely worth it. Be sure to check out their menu to see some of their unique roll creations, and always be sure to ask about the specials of the day.

I highly recommend the crispy roll - delicious. And, if you're not in the sushi mood, their Chicken Teriyaki is also very unique and delicious.

I've already had them deliver to me over a dozen times, and it's been fresh and delicious every time. You can access their menu at crazysushisf dot com

- jackorama

Hidden Mission Jewel

One of the best Vietnamese restaurants in San Francisco. The menu ranges from a light a fluffy seafood crepe, to a delicious and traditional catfish in a clay pot.

This wonderfully intimate restaurant is owned and operated by the chef, which makes for a very unique environment. Thuy welcomes most guests by their first names, and is dedicated to providing a peaceful and enjoyable atmosphere for all of her patrons. The overall feel is hip and relaxed, and you can literally taste the quality of the ingredients in each dish.

Elephant Bleu is a star among the other Asian offerings in the Mission, and well worth a trip across the city. And its still secretive enough to make a great tip for friends. The indo combo and pho ga are two of my personal favorites.

16th between dolores and guerrero

- njmclain

Great Food, Nice People, Quiet Atmosphere

Elephant Bleu is a treasure in the Mission. It has great food, and the owner, Thuy, is always very friendly and polite. I go frequently, and the food always hits the spot. I love the spring rolls with meatballs. Delicious. I would recommend it to everyone. The place isn't that big, so it's initimate and you can always get a great meal.

- bchen81

I think it's coo

I think it's coo

- Mobile User on 2010-05-28 07:04:40

Good sushi, great prices

We went here with a large group and ordered a bunch of the rolls off of the sushi menu. The yellowtail and green onion was fabulous, the spicy tuna was very spicy, and the rock n' roll was a favorite (unagi & avacado). Simple presentation, but great taste. Vegetarian sushi was very flavorful also (we ordered the shitake mushroom & eggplant rolls). Recommended if you are looking for simple sushi at great prices.

- ashleigh_vi

I really like this place

I really like the neighborhood, welcoming vibe in this joint. Sushi is good for the price and just an overall nice stop for sushi.

- nigel0223

My favorite vegan restaurant in the bay area. My

My favorite vegan restaurant in the bay area. My omni friends have loved it too.

- Mobile User on 2010-08-02 07:24:56

ABSOLUTLY the BEST Sushi in Town....

I moved back to S.F. from L.A. about six months ago. Anyone who knows L.A. knows the sushi is amazing. I have to say that I think Yo Yo is far better than anywhere I went in L.A. Eddie, the sushi chef, knows how to buy and prep his raw fish better than anyone I have ever met. His rolls are to die for and the place is so relaxing because it is not too crowded and the family atmosphere. These two character filled sisters own and run the restaurant. It is a great experience all around.

- corkatz

More than a bargain

Yo-yo combines excellent sushi, friendly service, and ample seating in an area not known for it. Who needs Go-go, when you can have Yo-yo. Honestly, I don't even know anyone who works there, but I feel compelled to sing their praises. Heck, I've told everyone I know and am a little scared that it will become too popular. Luckily for me, the 50s diner decor will keep the hordes away. Enjoy!

- dboyle1

This funky hideaway brings Japanese cuisine to Mission Street with organic ingredients and lots of vegetarian options.

The Scene
Grubby chaos may rule the streets outside, but harmony and comfort await guests within. Judy, the daughter and front-of the-house half of the mother-daughter team that runs the establishment, works in the music industry, so expect to hear the latest cool tunes while eating her mom's creative, often organic, Japanese-Californian home cooking. The small dining area is tastefully decorated with bamboo accents.

The Food
Vegetarians and vegans often feel left out at restaurants--not so here. Eel-free vegan unagi is made of deep-fried potato swathed in a deliciously sweet barbecue-style sauce. Gyoza (Japanese pot stickers) are greaseless and accompanied by a perfectly balanced dipping sauce. The wonderfully spicy tuna salad is like a rich steak tartare, and the spinach salad is sublime. A traditional California roll is made with a very untraditional fried crab cake. Each beautifully presented dish is a work of art for the eye, as well as the palate.

- Contributor

Please don't eat here because you make the wait longer for the rest of us.

This is the best restaurant in SF.

Yoko and Judy make the experience feel like going to eat at your long lost japanese family's house. The food is fantastic, with tons of creative choices and artful presentations.

The restaurant is so small that sometimes there's a long wait and that can be annoying. It is nice to see people complaining about the restaurant because if everyone had a positive experience there, I'd NEVER get a table! In fact, the owner deliberately discourages restaurant reviews in local papers because she doesn't want bigger crowds than she already has. They have a very loyal clientle who loves them as much as I do, so if you're not there for the whole experience and show up with a bad attitude, please go to one of the yuppie restaurants around the corner on Valencia instead.

- ashsf

Great Sushi! It is a fun place overall. A bit small but it makes the place cozy. I live in the City so I will definitely go back again.

very good resturant!!! Awesome food and enviroment . Bit costly

Kitaros has a waiting list because people want cheap Japanese food. Thats exactly what Kitaros serves cheap as in bad Japanese food. The restaurant is quite crowded and it is hard to hear yourself think much less listen to another person talk. But Kitaros offers the cheapest Japanese food next to Costcos faux California Rolls.

Used to be good...

I used to come here regularly, but stopped going for no reason in particular. Decided to go Friday night and it was AWFUL. We ordered an assortment of vegetable sushi, the nigiri 9-piece and a tempura rolle. The miso soup (not included) was just weird-tasting. Lots of onions. Sushi just wasn't fresh, wasn't rolled well. Each piece of nigiri had a dab of wasabi right in the middle between the fish and the rice (not an even stripe down the middle, which is how I thought it was supposed to be made, to more evenly distribute the flavor of the wasabi). I've never before left sushi uneaten on the plate, but I did this time and won't be back (why go back when there are so many wonderful sushi restaurants).

- macho_princess

Sushi is cheap and fresh!

I've been to No Name many times and have never been disappointed. What it lacks in decor, they make up for in value and freshness.

- Hannelore4344

late night sushi!

this was a great late night spot to run into as my friends were grudgingly trying to accept burgers for dinner and the painful realization that our normal sushi spots were all closed.

as we were about to turn in for the burger spot; we realized that we saw the magical words, "open" and "sushi." Eureka, they're open and we still have a good amount of time left to chow down (closing was 12am)..

order the amazing unagi... i think that ends this review.. ^_^

- anesejatina

Good Bite 4 your money!

I love Miyabi!
Try the Phili-Roll and fall in love, the Unagi is very yummi and I could praise the entire sushi menu.
We have eaten there many,many times and only had one bad experience, when they seemed understaffed. However- the waitress kept bringing us appetizers to make up for the long wait.
This was one bad day in many years of dining there.
The quality of the sushi is always very consistant and I would definitely recommend it to anyone who LOVES sushi but doesn't have the big bucks to spend!
Are there better places? Sure - but I'd pass the fanciest place for this "quick fix" ;-)

- catnip_rebel

Editorial Review

Woman owned motorcycle shop offers maintenance and repair services.

- Contributor

Editorial Review by Citysearch Editors

Bar hoppers get their late-night sushi fix at this cozy eatery, which also serves customers in the nextdoor Mint Karaoke lounge.

- Contributor

Good sushi for a good price

The selection of sushi is huge. I love the chicken teriyaki, it's moist and tender and the salmon teriyaki is good too. Oh and speaking of salmon you've got to try the salmon skin hand roll.

- sodaholic

Editorial Review

Intimate Japanese place in the Castro serves sushi, as well as cooked dishes such as yakitori, dumplings, and broiled oysters.

- Contributor

Editorial Review

A closet-sized sushi joint in the Castro that slices up buttery sashimi, inventive rolls and a list of daily specials.

- Contributor

My friends and I have been to Blowfish probably 100 times in the past 7 years. I live 1 block away. It was convenient and the sushi is good. We always tolerated the bad service and the attitude. Of the 100 times weve been weve probably had good service 20% of the time. Despite the frequency of our patronage we rarely got recognized by the staff and OFTEN waited 20-25 minutes (or more) for drink orders the check etc... and the attitude and aloofness was palpable. The last time I went I sat at the bar and a male bartender clearly seemed annoyed with us for no reason at all. We begged for drinks opened our own Sake bottle (not twist off - corkscrew) and were pretty much ignored all night long - right down to waiting FOREVER for our bill. I told my friends this is the last time.... Its embarrassing to bring in guests from out of town. I eat out 99% of the time and they have the worst service I have ever consistently experienced. Do yourself a favor go to nearby Live Sushi Bar or Sushi Bistro and be waited on by people who smile with no attitude. The sushi at both places is excellent too. and Blowfish...get over yourself. dont dont dont dont...dont believe the hype..... Chris B

My husband and I love this restraunt! Everytime we travel we try to locate a Roys in the different cities. Locations we already tried are: Maui Pebble BeachSan FranciscoNew York La Jolla Altlanta New Port Beach. They all were great! The chocolate souffle is to die for! Hope that you will try and enjoy too!

Happy Shabu Shabu is your best choice during winter time!!! The food is great delicious and fresh. The service is nice. The place itself is clean ample and comfortable. I would definitely go there again for hotpot or soups... :)