Shoshin Sushi — Restaurant in San Francisco

THIS is a traditional-style sushi restaurant with a traditionally-trained (and very experienced) chef at the helm and I am so happy for that! For those who understand the interactive aspect of sushi eating, this is YOUR place to check out. Gary-san is willing to share with those who know how to appreciate the culture and artistry beyond just coming in to dine (which is fine too if you’re looking for good value as well). The fish is all so fresh and delicious - they have a daily special menu with items directly shipped from Japan so you’re getting the same quality as you would there. I love saba (mackrel) and it was amazing so I’ll share my analysis: not fishy at all, a subtle and wonderfully complex flavor, with a pleasing texture that I look for in high-quality saba. In short, each fish we had was so distinct and had wonderful character. We loved everything so much we entrusted him as well to recommend three items by the evening’s end. A final remark: the tamago (egg) was so unique and one of the few places that I’ve seen done in the cake-style. It was a great way to end the meal, which was all-around spectacular. Will come again as a returning customer who used to go to the previous location, Daigo. For those who knew him, Gary-san used to work there too! He’s back and has plenty to share for those appreciative for...

Great quality sushi restaurant. Chef Gary is an artist. Such a pleasure enjoying his creation and interpretation of fish varieties with matching condiments and presentations. Each piece of nigiri sushi was unique with layers of flavors. Ingredients were fresh and carefully portioned to bring out the best flavors and textures. I couldn’t pick which piece was my favorite. The special vinegar sushi rice compliments the fish very well. Nothing taste overwhelming. Each piece stroke a good balance of umami. Started with refreshing Daigo shot (quail egg with fish and ponzu sauce), hotate, aoebi, Saba, waygu nigiri, Chu toro, then ventured out to Chef’s Gary recommendation for ocean trout, torotaku, butter fish, hamachi, anago, uni and tamago. Also ordered kaki fry and ika geso. The fried items were light and crispy. If I live closer I would probably come to this gem restaurant every week. Staff were tentative and friendly. Very...

visited the establishment on November 18th on my birthday. The cafe is small and cozy. The food is delicious: I really liked the Daigo Shot, fish fins and cheeks, good spicy beef, fried breaded oysters - I really liked them. Everything is inexpensive and the price is reasonable. Unfortunately, I can't give it 5 stars because of the huge noise, the shouts of the guests who were sitting next to each other and shouting so much that it was impossible to hear each other at the table. It turned out that I ordered a cozy little quiet restaurant, but got into a beer bar for loud visitors. Conclusion: not suitable for a quiet visit of a couple or family for a cozy dinner. Be prepared for the noise from the guests and waiters who shout at each other with the regular guests of the...