Sushi options in San Francisco are abundant. There are casual joints with novel-length sushi menus, neighborhood staples that go above and beyond, and extravagant omakase counters perfect for big deal occasions. The one thing all the places on this guide have in common-they're where you want to go for excellent fish, whether you're looking to drop $30 or $300. Read on for the 20 best sushi restaurants in the city.
Check out George's Donuts drool-worthy Che Fico collab, Salt & Straw's apple delights, and Bonjour Bakehouse's French pastries. Treats also abound at celebrations across the city: it's time for cake with Claude the Alligator at the Cal Academy of Sciences, Duboce Park, and Project Open Hand, and edible spreads for Malaysia Day at Damansara, Latin American Heritage Month at Mago, and Cheese Fest at the Ferry Building.
If you find yourself in need of a seafood recommendation in Fisherman's Wharf, chances are you'll be directed to the Codmother Fish & Chips food truck, where a humble, affordable basket of battered fried fish will instantly win you over. For nearly 15 years, the popular San Francisco food truck has been a favorite among tourists and locals alike, who make a point to stop by its permanent location at the corner of Jones and Beach streets for a basket of classic fish-and-chips.
There are a lot of certainties to life in SF, such as a Waymo taking 15 minutes to turn onto Mission St., daily Allbirds sightings, and a line at Neighbor Bakehouse. The bakery has built up a well-deserved reputation for mastering all things laminated-they make one of our favorite savory croissants in the city. But it's not just about a flaky pastry filled with glistening barbecue pork. The rest of their pastries are also what'll have you ordering "just one more" at the counter.
At first glance, this Peruvian spot in the Sunset looks like any one of the sports bars you'd expect to see around the city. The difference is Lomo Libre serves ceviche with fish we'd guess were caught earlier that day from Ocean Beach, oysters with a tangy mango mignonette, and a hearty lomo saltado with crispy french fries. Pull up to one of the bar stools and watch a soccer game on one of the many wall-mounted TVs. Don't forget to get a pisco sour.
Nara (not to be confused with the previously affiliated Nara on Polk) is a Lower Haight staple for casual sushi dinners. The dining room is big enough to double as a roller skating rink, so it's also a great choice for spur-of-the-moment group get-togethers. Dishes like daily nigiri specials and mainstay rolls topped with seared butterfish get the job done, especially if you're in the area and urgently need fish and rice.
The breakfast sandwiches from this Mission spot are what dreams are made of, including the BEC, a gooey hand-held concoction with American cheese, bacon, a fried egg, and a poppy seed roll.
Chef JB Balingit's newest restaurant is Tropa, a modern Filipino restaurant located in Lafayette. The menu reflects a rich blend of Filipino flavors influenced by various cultures, including Spanish and Indian.
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