A Humble Location with an Exquisite Kitchen and Delicious Food 🍣✨

What an incredible dining experience! For just $160, the omakase here was not only delicious but felt endless—a true feast for the senses. Before I dive into the culinary details, a quick word of caution: if you're walking here, avoid passing through 5th Street via Howard Street at night. The area can feel lonely and a bit eerie after dark. I made that mistake and it took me a while to shake off the unease before fully appreciating the meal. Opt for 3rd Street or take an Uber instead—your evening will start off much smoother! 🚶♂️➡️🚗 Now, onto the good part! I asked my hotel for a recommendation, and they directed me here—what a fantastic discovery! The restaurant is situated in what appears to be a quiet business district after hours. The dining area is unassuming, but the sushi bar—where the omakase magic happens—is a long, beautifully aged wooden counter that sets the perfect stage for an intimate meal. Behind it, the kitchen gleams under a massive stainless steel vent hood, spotless and shiny despite heavy use. This, I thought, is a place that takes its craft seriously. 👨🍳💫 I ordered the omakase, and the chef began serving almost immediately. If I hadn’t taken photos, I wouldn’t have believed how many dishes I enjoyed! The journey started with a warm bowl of clams and seaweed simmered in dashi—a comforting opener, accompanied by a crispy fried baby crab. Then came four pieces of nigiri, each lightly torched to enhance the flavor—a thoughtful touch for a chilly San Francisco evening. 🦀🍚 Next arrived tempura shrimp and vegetables with fresh clams, followed by another round of four nigiri. The highlights kept coming: tuna topped generously with caviar, seared scallops adorned with more caviar, and a stunning half-grilled bone marrow crowned with uni, caviar, edible flowers, and other flavorful garnishes I couldn’t quite name but thoroughly enjoyed. 😋 Another set of four nigiri followed, then a whole grilled fish—intimidating at first glance but delightfully crispy on the outside and tender inside. The grand finale included more nigiri, fatty tuna, sweet shrimp, a bowl of uni and salmon roe over rice with a savory sauce, and finally, a slice of cheesecake for dessert. 🍰 Frankly, this was an unbelievable value for the quality and quantity. If I could change one thing, I’d have paired the meal with a nice sake. I recommend asking the waitstaff or the chef for suggestions—I didn’t, and that was my loss! 🍶 So, remember: avoid that dark walk on 5th Street, order a good sake or California wine, and savor every moment of this extraordinary omakase experience! #OmakaseExperience #HiddenGem #SushiLovers #SanFranciscoEats #ValueForMoney #ChefRecommendation #FoodieAdventure #DineInTheCity