Ryoko's Japanese Restaurant & Bar

When late night munchies strike, there's no better place to be. The fresh fish in the sushi is outstanding and they also have a large number of imports from Tsukiji. Read more on WinstonWanders below! Read more

Omakase off the specials board. If you're solo, hang by the front and make nice with the host to snag a quick seat at the bar . Avoid the octopus , unless you like chewing belts.

Favorite sushi in SF. Sit at the bar and order everything off the specials board. If you have to wait for a seat, flag down a server and order a bottle of sake .

Put down the menu. Look up at the daily specials . Tell your waiter your life is in her hands. But, demand the toro.

After being in SF for a week, and making the most out of the various eateries it has to offer. Ryoko is easily crowned the best meal of the trip. Worth the wait for the sashimi and the hot tuna rolls

Fresh fish flown in from Japan daily. Incredible selections of bigeye and other delicious options. The rolls are highly creative as well and presentation is amazing.

Best sushi I’ve ever had. Loved the special OToro roll. The specials can be expensive , but they're worth it. Service is very quick, but there can be a wait.

Great mix of funky and traditional sushi , sashimi , and maki . Super friendly staff , cheap drinks , full bar . DJ on Friday and Saturday nights. Back tatami room for private parties. LOVE RYOKO!

The seafood is delivered fresh daily and the menu spans small plates , sushi , and sashimi . Most diners order Japanese beer while they wait. Read more

Excellent sushi . The Dragon Roll is fresh, with avocado , eel and real crab . Very kid friendly in this basement restaurant where they give kids ice cream at the end of the meal. Orange Delight=awesome.

It's always good - get the sushi specials and skip the rolls. Oysters are insane here (like Maison premiere in NYC). Their miso and seaweed set the bar - go for the esoteric over sake and tuna

Get here as it opens or you’re gonna be waiting in a very long line . Try to get seats at the sushi bar if you can...watching the chefs work is magical

Go solo if you want to be seated quickly without being wait listed. You can't go wrong with their rolls, my favorite is the Pokemon (mango !) and anything with eel .

The sushi here is SO GOOD!!! I'm from Phoenix and I would fly out just to have dinner here! Definitely worth the wait. Watch your step on those stairs!

Great sushi . Do not look at the menu. Get inspired by the board on the wall, you will not regret it. DJ is playing all night long and they accept Amex. Oysters are t e r r i f i c.

Be prepared to queue but it's worth it! We went late in the evening and didn't have to wait long. Try the White Tuna from the specials board. But everything is delicious!

One of my favorite Japanese places in SF. Get the toro when in season, it's so damn good! Also, while not on the menu , they can also serve you Takoyaki for appetizers which are delicious

Decent sushi but more importantly is open til 2am. V hard to find good food late night in SF, so this in a excellent option.

The rare gem in SF where great food can be had after 10pm. Sit at the bar , get the $100 omakase , & enjoy the awesome, sorta hilarious DJ (sushi & a shakira remix, anyone?). Great service & atmosphere.

Enjoy the freshest sushi with killer daily specials from Japan (ask for reccos). The Volcano and/or Sexy Rolls are equally ????.com. This & Saru Sushi Bar are two of the best joints in the state/land

Popular basement-floor sushi spot in Lower Nob Hill . Dinner seating starts at 6pm, but line starts by 5:30pm. Rolls are pretty good, but small (5-6 pieces). Big Mama, Pokemon and Dragon were good.

I went on Wednesday at 6:30 and it was pretty busy, by 8 there was a huge line . I got edamame , a seaweed salad and mackerel to start which were all good, but the best part was the jumping tuna roll .

Don't let the dive atmosphere fool you. The food is legit. Sashimi is super fresh! Good vibes all around!

My favorite so far. Atmosphere is relaxed but nice. Long wait ! Iku is good but big, Tonkatsu is perfect, daishi soup with salmon is my old time favorite and sushis are the freshest

Everything we ordered was great - Japanese mule, fried oysters , Dragon roll , Volcano roll , Jumping Tuna roll . Overall one of my new favorite sushi restaurants in the city !

The sashimi here is top-notch! Really tasty and high quality. Ask the server for her recommendations off the daily chef specials . And the beef oroshi appetizer is a must! Generous portion and tasty!

Come here for some of the best sushi you've ever had. Get the golden gate roll, hamachi and salmon . Ask to be seated at the bar for a faster table, esp if solo. Expect long lines !

Don't be scared if someone yelling you at the entrance... This is the best sushi that I ever try. The spicy tuna , the typical california roll , and the jumping tuna are the best!

Cool place for japanese food of all kinds (rice and dashi soup , clam miso soup , grilled mackerel , etc) at an affordable price . Its open late and they play beats. Great for dates,

The best sushi roll I've ever had. Delicious.

Sushi here is incredible - worth the wait. Sit at the bar and watch the chefs work. I had the chef’s selection which also came with miso soup . So good!

Best japanese restaurant ever! Sushi rolls are super delicious and prices are reasonable; can get a bottle of house wine for $15. Arrive early around 6.30 if weekend or expect 40 min wait on the line .

Looks like nothing from the outside and was dingy as hell when I had dinner there. But it’s the best sushi and freshest fish I found in SF. Yellowtail and salmon nigiri was superb.

something that San Fran has is one of the best food in the country , and this restaurant is the king of the sushi . Try the pokemon Prices are okay and service is good. Perfect for families and friends!

Loved the vegetarian sushi here. Super big portions of 5 pieces. Best part was the dj . The place has such a chilled out vibe. Popular place with long queues.

Deep fried cheese ? You bet! This is a wonderful little basement of sushi heaven. Some great combos found in their sushi rolls including the Pokemon roll ... I'll let you ponder on it!

Sushis are perfect! Sashimi is tasty but I wish it was bigger :) Really nice atmosphere and music , welcoming masters and waitress

Sashimi is fresh. White fish is good. We had uni sushi which is good quality and fresh, no strong smell. Reasonable price. Cute little cozy place to hang out with friends. Recommend this place.

Fantastic Sushi & Sashimi . Highly recommend the Spicy Golden Gate Sushi Roll . Awesome non fussy, chilled and friendly atmosphere !

This place is lively ! Good food and good for groups . There were even some vegetarian options for me!

By far the best sushi place in SF. Awesome music . Recommend the checker board roll and volcano roll . Finish with Mochi Ice Cream

Always get the toro. It's so expensive ($18 for 2 pieces) but so worth it.

This Place is outstanding. Great quality Sushi & sashimi . Be there early as they so not make reservations ( opens at 18:00) very crowed but very cool and In athmosphiere!

Jumping Unagi is my long time favorite! You should definitely order one and try this very unique roll that comes with a special dip . I am sure that you will order more!

Best sushi I've ever had! I tried the spicy golden state roll, Philadelphia roll , rainbow roll , and dragon roll !

Best sushi in town ! Be there early, otherwise it's a wait, but still worth it! They are fast and everything is fresh. Love the music taste!

Honestly some of the best sushi I've come by. Anything deep fried is amazing! They were short handed on a Monday night, so there was a bit of a wait, but staff was very apologetic and helpful.

Amazing sushi ! Probably the best outside of Japan. Try the fatty tuna , it's unbelievably mouthwatering!

Take a friend and enjoy the sashimi platter with rice & miso soup , the squid , edamame , and a pitcher of asahi beer , then fragrant plum wine and green tea ice cream for treats!

Sushi is so good here! Big fan of the Pokemon roll and the 49ers roll. Staff is very nice, especially since they're running around all night. Was packed even at 11pm when we left.