Half the tables were empty when we walked in. We had to wait at the door where at least 4 employees could see us (it’s a tiny dining room). After waiting 10+ mins we were told they were booked for the evening. The lady was very rude. I won’t be returning.. put a sign out so you don’t waste people’s time.
Service: 1
Yolanda
Pretty good but not one of the best omakases I’ve had
Marie Que
My partner took me here for a date night. We had the omakase. It was good, loved their presentation of their food. Their nigiri's were good, but we weren't blown away.
An amazing omakase experience in SF and reasonably priced. All the sushi was so fresh and paired well with the different flavors. Even their non-sushi dishes were wonderful and their ice dessert was amazing. Make a reservation because they’re very small and fill up quickly
J S (AR)
Been to this restaurants many many times from 2019 until near the end of Covid-19. The location is ok, the seats are crowded (but manageable), the food is great. I did both dine-in and takeout (when the covid hit).I stopped going there as often when I realized the price of the same meal I ordered start going up and up. Later on I realized it's a national thing, not just this restaurant. This sort of unfairly (?) affect my evaluation toward this restaurant.Regardless, great memory! Thank you, Wako
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Eugene Tsuji
The food is an experience worthy of the
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rick Balwani
Great omakase experience. It seems they’ve switched the menu format from ala carte to just two prefixe options. While I miss the old menu, the new format makes it easy to order. The jalapeño marinated tuna was one of the best sushi pieces I’ve had. My only suggestion would be to alternate pieces. They bring out two bites of the same fish and I felt back to back bites of mackerel and tuna to be a bit much.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tamago
Est. Sar
Good Sushi restaurant, not a michelin Star restaurant.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
Gadi Hutt
Food and in restaurant service was above and beyond. The issue is with the greediness and stubbornness of the owners. I have made a reservation the morning of (within their 24hr cancellation window). One of my business guests cancelled last minute. At the end of dinner the waiteress informed me that because we were only 3 , they are keeping $70 of the deposit, ON TOP of the cost of the omakase dinner. talking to the manager didn't help. disappointed, and not planning to return.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 3
Jack Naglieri
Pretty blown away by the quality of fish at Wako! One of the best omakase experiences we have had in San Francisco. The sesame tofu, small bites, all of the sushi, and desserts were excellent. Certainly on the higher side, price wise, but the overall quality, and cuts of fish were superb.
Service was terrible and rushed. I brought a friend here for their birthday, it was also their first omakase experience. Upon making our reservation, their policy on Tock stated there’s a two hour seating limit. However as we were eating they were trying to kick us out within an hour of our dinner service. Although it was their last reservation slot for the day, don’t offer reservations that late if you don’t want to stay late.Omakase was just below average. I felt like the price being charged didn’t reflect the quality and courses we received. We ordered a few additional menu items and nothing really stood out.I don’t recommend this place.
Bill Foster
Wako is the perfect place to celebrate a special occasion or treat yourself. Their omakase is among the best in the city. The ingredients are fresh and seasonal, and the fish is always fresh, delicious, and sourced from around the globe. The presentation is beautiful and thoughtful. It’s a wonderful restaurant in every way.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ettai Gilat
Phenomenal service and delicious, meticulously prepared sushi. Sitting at the sushi counter is a must for the full experience. Watching the chef prepare our dishes and being able to ask questions along the way enhanced an already superb evening. Prices are on the expensive side but imo totally worth it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Special Omakase
Lise Bacca Ivanov
We went to this restaurant to celebrate our engagement and everything was perfect, we were lucky to be sitting at the bar in front of the Chef.The cuisine is refined and the selection of fishes is great, same goes for the wine and champagne selection. The Chef seems to put his heart into giving the best culinary and human experience and he also kindly took the time to give us some restaurants recommendations for lunch the following day, before our flight back to France.Service was discreet yet considerate considering how special this night was for us.An overall amazing experience, we will back for sure next time we are visiting SF!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Special Omakase
Lise Ivanov
We went to this restaurant to celebrate our engagement and everything was perfect, we were lucky to be sitting at the bar in front of the Chef.The cuisine is refined and the selection of fishes is great, same goes for the wine and champagne selection. The Chef seems to put his heart into giving the best culinary and human experience and he also kindly took the time to give us some restaurants recommendations for lunch the following day, before our flight back to France.Service was discreet yet considerate considering how special this night was for us.An overall amazing experience, we will back for sure next time we are visiting SF!
Half the tables were empty when we walked in. We had to wait at the door where at least 4 employees could see us (it’s a tiny dining room). After waiting 10+ mins we were told they were booked for the evening. The lady was very rude. I won’t be returning.. put a sign out so you don’t waste people’s time.
Service: 1
Pretty good but not one of the best omakases I’ve had
My partner took me here for a date night. We had the omakase. It was good, loved their presentation of their food. Their nigiri's were good, but we weren't blown away.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Omakase Nigiri, Sea Urchin Nigiri
An amazing omakase experience in SF and reasonably priced. All the sushi was so fresh and paired well with the different flavors. Even their non-sushi dishes were wonderful and their ice dessert was amazing. Make a reservation because they’re very small and fill up quickly
Been to this restaurants many many times from 2019 until near the end of Covid-19. The location is ok, the seats are crowded (but manageable), the food is great. I did both dine-in and takeout (when the covid hit).I stopped going there as often when I realized the price of the same meal I ordered start going up and up. Later on I realized it's a national thing, not just this restaurant. This sort of unfairly (?) affect my evaluation toward this restaurant.Regardless, great memory! Thank you, Wako
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
The food is an experience worthy of the
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great omakase experience. It seems they’ve switched the menu format from ala carte to just two prefixe options. While I miss the old menu, the new format makes it easy to order. The jalapeño marinated tuna was one of the best sushi pieces I’ve had. My only suggestion would be to alternate pieces. They bring out two bites of the same fish and I felt back to back bites of mackerel and tuna to be a bit much.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tamago
Good Sushi restaurant, not a michelin Star restaurant.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
Food and in restaurant service was above and beyond. The issue is with the greediness and stubbornness of the owners. I have made a reservation the morning of (within their 24hr cancellation window). One of my business guests cancelled last minute. At the end of dinner the waiteress informed me that because we were only 3 , they are keeping $70 of the deposit, ON TOP of the cost of the omakase dinner. talking to the manager didn't help. disappointed, and not planning to return.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 3
Pretty blown away by the quality of fish at Wako! One of the best omakase experiences we have had in San Francisco. The sesame tofu, small bites, all of the sushi, and desserts were excellent. Certainly on the higher side, price wise, but the overall quality, and cuts of fish were superb.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Tamago, Sea Urchin Nigiri
Restaurantji Recommends
Service was terrible and rushed. I brought a friend here for their birthday, it was also their first omakase experience. Upon making our reservation, their policy on Tock stated there’s a two hour seating limit. However as we were eating they were trying to kick us out within an hour of our dinner service. Although it was their last reservation slot for the day, don’t offer reservations that late if you don’t want to stay late.Omakase was just below average. I felt like the price being charged didn’t reflect the quality and courses we received. We ordered a few additional menu items and nothing really stood out.I don’t recommend this place.
Wako is the perfect place to celebrate a special occasion or treat yourself. Their omakase is among the best in the city. The ingredients are fresh and seasonal, and the fish is always fresh, delicious, and sourced from around the globe. The presentation is beautiful and thoughtful. It’s a wonderful restaurant in every way.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Phenomenal service and delicious, meticulously prepared sushi. Sitting at the sushi counter is a must for the full experience. Watching the chef prepare our dishes and being able to ask questions along the way enhanced an already superb evening. Prices are on the expensive side but imo totally worth it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Special Omakase
We went to this restaurant to celebrate our engagement and everything was perfect, we were lucky to be sitting at the bar in front of the Chef.The cuisine is refined and the selection of fishes is great, same goes for the wine and champagne selection. The Chef seems to put his heart into giving the best culinary and human experience and he also kindly took the time to give us some restaurants recommendations for lunch the following day, before our flight back to France.Service was discreet yet considerate considering how special this night was for us.An overall amazing experience, we will back for sure next time we are visiting SF!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Special Omakase
We went to this restaurant to celebrate our engagement and everything was perfect, we were lucky to be sitting at the bar in front of the Chef.The cuisine is refined and the selection of fishes is great, same goes for the wine and champagne selection. The Chef seems to put his heart into giving the best culinary and human experience and he also kindly took the time to give us some restaurants recommendations for lunch the following day, before our flight back to France.Service was discreet yet considerate considering how special this night was for us.An overall amazing experience, we will back for sure next time we are visiting SF!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Special Omakase