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Okaeri Japanese Bistro, San Francisco, CA

Okaeri Japanese Bistro

4.7
4.7
153 Reviews
$31 to $50
Japanese

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 10 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for groups
Welcome to Okaeri SF, where we showcase both traditional Japanese dishes and an innovative omakase experience. Our chefs bring a wealth of experience and expertise to the kitchen, creating a dining experience that is truly one-of-a-kind.

Our menu features a wide range of authentic Japanese dishes, including nigiri, sashimi, rolls, and tempura. We also offer a selection of unique fusion dishes that blend traditional Japanese flavors with modern culinary techniques.

Our omakase experience is a must-try for any foodie. This multi-course meal features a selection of the freshest, most flavorful ingredients, carefully chosen and prepared by our talented culinary team. Each dish is a surprise, designed to showcase the chefs' skills and creativity.

We invite you to come and experience the art of Japanese cuisine at Okaeri SF. Whether you're a fan of traditional dishes or looking to try something new, we have something for everyone. Thank you for choosing us for your dining experience.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Creative Japanese, Sushi
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri–Sun 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (415) 655-9588
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Neighbourhood
    Mission
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 153 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Japanese

  • San Francisco

    Japanese

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Okaeri Japanese Bistro delights with "fantastic nigiri" and a "phenomenal omakase" experience. Guests praise the "attentive waitstaff" and "authentic Japanese decor." Perfect for special occasions, the restaurant offers "high-quality ingredients" and "exquisite presentation." While some find it slightly overpriced, the "memorable dining experience" makes it worth visiting.

153 Reviews
  1. Rick

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and service. Great price for an omakase! The add-ons are a must try though. The Signature Toast, Crystal Uni and Scallop Skewer are awesome!

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  2. Howard

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    We live in the neighborhood and Okaeri has become a go-to for sushi. Last night the fish didn’t all taste as fresh as usual, and our server was off. Speaking very quietly, and really fast, she was hard to understand. And 3 different starters we requested were not available. Very awkward as for each item we heard “I’m very sorry, we don’t have that tonight.” That happened 3 times. Should be explained up front.

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  3. savithri

    Nashville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    sleeper HIT!!! Incredible sushi even for SF standard and great prices given the quality. Super attentive service and really sweet staff. will be returning! also flexible with changing my res time on a friday night.

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  4. Stella

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    I am very disappointed with the food. The sushi rice is not well cooked, and the shrimp was not cleaned properly. Additionally, the food does not taste fresh. It's unfortunate because the service and location are great, but I don’t consider this a Japanese restaurant. Will not come here again

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  5. Michelle

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best sushi restaurant in town! I come here every month and the fish never fails

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  6. David

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff were incredibly accommodating and kind. The restaurant has such a welcoming atmosphere. The food was delicious and such an experience to eat.

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  7. Laurence

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is excellent and really reminds me of being in Japan. They also have a really good selection of sake. The only negative is that it can get very noisy. My best advice is if you are two people to get a seat at the sushi bar, and that way you are right next to each other.

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  8. Andrew

    Sacramento

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 13, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    The sushi was warm, the place itself was 80* inside. The food we wanted to try from Instagram was good, everything else was underwhelming. The chefs were nice. The waitresses need a lot of work. Half the time they were non existent.

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  9. Paul

    Washington DC

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on October 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great date night here. The table was ready as walked in the door, the service was kind and efficient, the appetizers (gyoza and chicken karage) were excellent, and the sushi rolls we ordered were fresh, light, and flavor packed. Looking forward to returning and trying different menu items. I have a feeling you can’t go wrong on what you order.

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  10. Hiba

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience this is such a cute place and the food is delicious

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FAQs

Okaeri Japanese Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 655-9588.

Okaeri Japanese Bistro is rated 4.7 stars by 153 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 10 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Okaeri Japanese Bistro

3515 20th St, San Francisco, CA 94110-2416

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Mission
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri–Sun 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Creative Japanese, Sushi
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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