The handrolls are very tasty, although quite small. One person could easily eat six alone. The service felt a bit stiff, and the stools definitely work best with squishy butts. Overall I'm happy I finally gave them a try, although I'm not in a hurry to go back.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Amy Higgins
I didn’t have a bad roll. However, for the value, there are better places in SF for tasty sushi. I also found the service a bit lacking. Unlike at most sushi bars, when you sit at the bar, you chat with the chef and can vary your order to your taste. There are no substituting or altering the rolls.Make sure to scan the QR code on the menu to check out the specials.Dietary restrictions: No substitutions or customization available.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Uni & Ikura Roll
Charles Levy
The menu is somewhat limited, while some rolls are tasty it feels like your eating the same thing over..nice concept, fairly expensive, but food does not deliver overall..
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
K D
Trying to get an affordable omakase in this city is next to impossible, but I think Handroll Project got it right. Not necessarily named an omakase, but you can opt for a prefixed 5 handroll $36 or 7 handroll $55.We went rogue from the prefix and tried all the specials. Don’t sleep on the smoked uni. It was packed full of flavor with the soft buttery texture you expect from quality urchin. The monkfish liver handroll was the unexpected star of the show. They freeze the fatty liver and shave on top a bed of sushi rice and roe. It’s delightfully delicate and must be eaten quickly before it melts like a savory shaved ice. My hands smelt like monkfish all night, and I’d do it again in a heartbeat. I mean, we did- we ordered a second round of it.
Great service. Atmosphere is a little cold but okay. Food is good but a little over-hyped and expensive for what you get, even by SF standards. Some unique combinations of ingredients on the hand rolls and solid execution. Enjoyed myself for the novelty but won't be back due to the price.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 5
Sara Moorthy
Very delish!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Lucia Pálková
Hand Roll Project is a culinary gem where innovation meets tradition. Situated in Mission, this intimate eatery invites guests to indulge in hand rolls crafted with inventive ingredients while enjoying a front-row seat to the chef's expertise.The experience at Hand Roll Project is as delightful as the rolls themselves. The counter seating allows diners to witness the meticulous artistry of the chefs firsthand, creating an intimate and engaging atmosphere.What sets Hand Roll Project apart is its commitment to culinary innovation. Each hand roll is a fusion of unexpected flavors and textures, resulting in a truly unforgettable dining experience.During my visit, I was blown away by the creativity and craftsmanship evident in each roll.In conclusion, Hand Roll Project offers more than just delicious food; it's a culinary revelation that will leave you craving more. Whether you're a sushi enthusiast or simply seeking a unique dining experience, Hand Roll Project delivers on every front.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Albacore Tataki, Spicy Tuna, Chef's Poke Hand Roll
Kimberly Vo
The hand rolls were enjoyable, but for having to make a reservation early at the time (this was nearer to when they first opened, not sure if that’s changed now), I’m not sure anything stood out much. I think the service paid good attention and we were able to get the next rolls fairly quick after we finished. Wasn’t a fan of the shiso personally as I felt they overpowered the flavor, and it was used in many rolls, but that’s just personal preference. More of a place I could enjoy again but probably would go out of my way for, would rather enjoy something more simple like Kazu Nori, unfortunately there isn’t one nearby.
Emily Silver
3/5 handrolls were straight up terrible. Fish didn’t taste fresh at all. No vibe. Not a welcoming atmosphere. Zero reason for anyone to come here.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 3
Lou Gavino
I get the write up. This place is a great little spot. Don't miss the ankimo hand roll,
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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Fayes - 3614 18th St
Coffee Shops, Videos & Video Game Rental, Coffee & Tea, Coffee, Pet Friendly
It is said to be an affordable hand roll shop run by the owner of Mi Yi. The menu is very simple, with a total of seven hand rolls of different flavors. If you are a dry rice type, the two girls can actually handle it, but it seems that the price/performance ratio is not that close to the people? and the dining environment is relatively good. Average. There are not many seats, it is a fast food hand roll shop, so the price is really not very cheap. The waiter's service is very good, he is a handsome black guy and very enthusiastic. We went straight into the restaurant without a reservation for dinner. When there were no seats, the waiter gave us a seat to finish the meal within half an hour. In fact, half an hour is enough to eat hand rolls. After all, it is a very simple and quick hand roll without too much production process. The overall experience is average and the taste is okay.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
Emerson Halbach
Had a dinner reservation and a member in my party tested positive for Covid. Despite notice to the restaurant via email (no phone available) two hours prior to seating - I was charged $25 a head. Policy is listed so it’s on me, just an unfortunate experience given the circumstances. I would suggest walk in
Service: 1
Anne Chung
yummy and good presentation/atmosphere but kind of expensive!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Chloe H.
I kept seeing Handroll Project on social media and finally had a chance to check it out!The restaurant itself is pretty small with very limited seating. If I remember correctly, they only have counter seating. There is one counter on each side of the restaurant and there is one chef behind each counter who makes all of your handroll orders. The vibes are pretty casual and although it is counter seating only, it doesn't feel as intimate and formal as an omakase experience. The counters are very tall, however, and I couldn't really see how the handrolls were made from my angle.We had a reservation ahead of time and were seated right away. We both chose the 7 pieces set.I wasn't sure if both of our handrolls were made at the same time, but there was definitely a noticeable lag between my friend's handroll and my handroll (even though we ordered the same set), sometimes by a few minutes. This wasn't a big deal, just just an observation on how the meal was paced.We debated between getting the 5 piece set and the 7 piece set, and honestly after the meal I felt that 6 piece would've been the perfect amount. The 7 piece set was just a little too much food for me. There wasn't a really clear progression in the courses and I certainly liked some handrolls more than others (although I think this is just personal preference and I'm sure everyone feels differently). Overall, each handroll was well seasoned and there were a couple that I probably wouldn't order again but nothing that I absolutely hated. In terms of price, I have not gotten handrolls in SF but it felt pretty standard. The 5 piece set for $36 seemed like a good deal.
Victoria T.
This is one of the best handle place in the bay area. I've been meaning to make time to book this place, and finally decided to put some time aside to check it out. Very satisfied with my decision here the restaurant is self is very small and intimate so that means you are getting great service from the sushi chef and servers. I got the set of seven hand rolls and the chefs poke handroll was my favorite. Sorry my photos all have the lapse filter...
The handrolls are very tasty, although quite small. One person could easily eat six alone. The service felt a bit stiff, and the stools definitely work best with squishy butts. Overall I'm happy I finally gave them a try, although I'm not in a hurry to go back.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
I didn’t have a bad roll. However, for the value, there are better places in SF for tasty sushi. I also found the service a bit lacking. Unlike at most sushi bars, when you sit at the bar, you chat with the chef and can vary your order to your taste. There are no substituting or altering the rolls.Make sure to scan the QR code on the menu to check out the specials.Dietary restrictions: No substitutions or customization available.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Uni & Ikura Roll
The menu is somewhat limited, while some rolls are tasty it feels like your eating the same thing over..nice concept, fairly expensive, but food does not deliver overall..
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
Trying to get an affordable omakase in this city is next to impossible, but I think Handroll Project got it right. Not necessarily named an omakase, but you can opt for a prefixed 5 handroll $36 or 7 handroll $55.We went rogue from the prefix and tried all the specials. Don’t sleep on the smoked uni. It was packed full of flavor with the soft buttery texture you expect from quality urchin. The monkfish liver handroll was the unexpected star of the show. They freeze the fatty liver and shave on top a bed of sushi rice and roe. It’s delightfully delicate and must be eaten quickly before it melts like a savory shaved ice. My hands smelt like monkfish all night, and I’d do it again in a heartbeat. I mean, we did- we ordered a second round of it.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Creamy Scallop, Smoked Uni&Lkura
Great service. Atmosphere is a little cold but okay. Food is good but a little over-hyped and expensive for what you get, even by SF standards. Some unique combinations of ingredients on the hand rolls and solid execution. Enjoyed myself for the novelty but won't be back due to the price.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 5
Very delish!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Hand Roll Project is a culinary gem where innovation meets tradition. Situated in Mission, this intimate eatery invites guests to indulge in hand rolls crafted with inventive ingredients while enjoying a front-row seat to the chef's expertise.The experience at Hand Roll Project is as delightful as the rolls themselves. The counter seating allows diners to witness the meticulous artistry of the chefs firsthand, creating an intimate and engaging atmosphere.What sets Hand Roll Project apart is its commitment to culinary innovation. Each hand roll is a fusion of unexpected flavors and textures, resulting in a truly unforgettable dining experience.During my visit, I was blown away by the creativity and craftsmanship evident in each roll.In conclusion, Hand Roll Project offers more than just delicious food; it's a culinary revelation that will leave you craving more. Whether you're a sushi enthusiast or simply seeking a unique dining experience, Hand Roll Project delivers on every front.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Albacore Tataki, Spicy Tuna, Chef's Poke Hand Roll
The hand rolls were enjoyable, but for having to make a reservation early at the time (this was nearer to when they first opened, not sure if that’s changed now), I’m not sure anything stood out much. I think the service paid good attention and we were able to get the next rolls fairly quick after we finished. Wasn’t a fan of the shiso personally as I felt they overpowered the flavor, and it was used in many rolls, but that’s just personal preference. More of a place I could enjoy again but probably would go out of my way for, would rather enjoy something more simple like Kazu Nori, unfortunately there isn’t one nearby.
3/5 handrolls were straight up terrible. Fish didn’t taste fresh at all. No vibe. Not a welcoming atmosphere. Zero reason for anyone to come here.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 3
I get the write up. This place is a great little spot. Don't miss the ankimo hand roll,
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
It is said to be an affordable hand roll shop run by the owner of Mi Yi. The menu is very simple, with a total of seven hand rolls of different flavors. If you are a dry rice type, the two girls can actually handle it, but it seems that the price/performance ratio is not that close to the people? and the dining environment is relatively good. Average. There are not many seats, it is a fast food hand roll shop, so the price is really not very cheap. The waiter's service is very good, he is a handsome black guy and very enthusiastic. We went straight into the restaurant without a reservation for dinner. When there were no seats, the waiter gave us a seat to finish the meal within half an hour. In fact, half an hour is enough to eat hand rolls. After all, it is a very simple and quick hand roll without too much production process. The overall experience is average and the taste is okay.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
Had a dinner reservation and a member in my party tested positive for Covid. Despite notice to the restaurant via email (no phone available) two hours prior to seating - I was charged $25 a head. Policy is listed so it’s on me, just an unfortunate experience given the circumstances. I would suggest walk in
Service: 1
yummy and good presentation/atmosphere but kind of expensive!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
I kept seeing Handroll Project on social media and finally had a chance to check it out!The restaurant itself is pretty small with very limited seating. If I remember correctly, they only have counter seating. There is one counter on each side of the restaurant and there is one chef behind each counter who makes all of your handroll orders. The vibes are pretty casual and although it is counter seating only, it doesn't feel as intimate and formal as an omakase experience. The counters are very tall, however, and I couldn't really see how the handrolls were made from my angle.We had a reservation ahead of time and were seated right away. We both chose the 7 pieces set.I wasn't sure if both of our handrolls were made at the same time, but there was definitely a noticeable lag between my friend's handroll and my handroll (even though we ordered the same set), sometimes by a few minutes. This wasn't a big deal, just just an observation on how the meal was paced.We debated between getting the 5 piece set and the 7 piece set, and honestly after the meal I felt that 6 piece would've been the perfect amount. The 7 piece set was just a little too much food for me. There wasn't a really clear progression in the courses and I certainly liked some handrolls more than others (although I think this is just personal preference and I'm sure everyone feels differently). Overall, each handroll was well seasoned and there were a couple that I probably wouldn't order again but nothing that I absolutely hated. In terms of price, I have not gotten handrolls in SF but it felt pretty standard. The 5 piece set for $36 seemed like a good deal.
This is one of the best handle place in the bay area. I've been meaning to make time to book this place, and finally decided to put some time aside to check it out. Very satisfied with my decision here the restaurant is self is very small and intimate so that means you are getting great service from the sushi chef and servers. I got the set of seven hand rolls and the chefs poke handroll was my favorite. Sorry my photos all have the lapse filter...