Hakashi Japanese Sushi Bar & Grill

It was a nice surprise to meet Chef Julio! Julio is one of the most knowledgeable sushi chef we have ever met! The omakase experience was phenomenal.

We used to visit the most famous omakase restaurants once every month before pandemic. Also we loved traveling to Japan for food. But sushi Chef like Julio are still rare to find. We enjoyed the communication while we were waiting for the next piece of sushi.

We will definitely come back with our families and friends!

A decent option for Japanese in SOMA. Food is overall pretty comparable in quality to most standard Japanese restaurants in the city. Although, I found Hakashi to be on the expensive side given the smaller portion sizes.

Our favorite of the night was the Gindara Misozuke, the miso glazed black cod. It was so flavorful and tender, one of the better ones that we've had. The grilled octopus was a runner up. The rolls were mediocre and nothing to write home about.

I am glad to have tried Hakashi, but given the food was a hit or miss I don't l think I will be returning anytime soon.

SO GOOD! I didn't expected their omakase menu is such a strong combination! with reasonable price, I should say I will definitely come back again and again!
Their service is really sweet, coz my friend has allergy to some of fish, and they switch to other dishes for her, all comes so good! we all really enjoy the dinner in here!
The ambiance is 8/10, all interior is looks a bit old compare with other SF Japanese sushi place, but the vibe in here is warm and cozy.

Made same day reservation for 5:30pm on a Friday. Restaurant was 80% full. Menu via QR code. For appetizer we ordered the wagyu bone marrow - $25. It came with 2 itty bitty toasts. Wish it came with a couple more. The uni and caviar were divine. Also ordered the chirashi don which came with 3pcs of 5 different fish and ikura over rice, some pickle, seaweed and ginger. Good portion size. Fish was fresh. Rice was a lil hard tho.

Tried an assortment of nigiris from $6 to $9 a pcs. Very fresh. Appreciated they fried the sweet shrimp head but it was dripping in oil. Santa Barbara uni - $10 for 2pcs was delicious. Finished the meal off with a slice of yuzu cheesecake - $7.50. Small, sweet and not much yuzu flavor.

Service was good. But not very attentive, glasses could be cleaner.

This is my absolute favorite spot to bring friends and munch on some yummy sushi rolls!

I can't get enough of their top-notch service and incredible sushi options. Each one has a unique robust flavors.

It's a beautiful, intimate place with the freshest fish in town!! I swear this place will not disappoint!

The Melanie roll and the ceviche are my go-to favorites! I seriously can't get enough. ENJOY FAM!!!

I recently discovered this place and loved it! The sushi is out of this world. Everything I had was so fresh and delicious. Each of The nigiri is seasoned perfectly and the red vinegar on the sushi rice makes it even better. The price was pretty on point for the quality.

The bone marrow with caviar and uni was decadent and delicious but the portion made me craving more.

We also tried the yuzu cheesecake and it was light and floral as expected. Will have to come back to try more of the appetizers and the omakase!

Cute little sushi spot in walking distance from our hotel. There is ample seating and plenty to look at. We ordered a few different rolls and the teriyaki beef lunch special. The meat was very flavorful and tender. We also ordered the edamame, which was great. Everything was delicious. The service was great, very friendly and prompt. Definitely worth it.

Food: 4/5
Service: 5/5

Came here for a late lunch and the sushi did not disappoint. Service was quick and food came out fast.

We ordered:
- Chicken Karage: would skip on this. The chicken was not crispy at all, but the inside was juicy.
- House Poke-Don: really enjoyed this! fish was super good and fresh, and lots of it! perfect amount of rice under.
- One of the specialty rolls (can't remember the name): also be dry good, no complaints!

Every time I am in SF, I make an effort to come here... the sushi is absolutely amazing. My go to here is O-toro (Fatty Tuna) and Sake (Salmon) so very tasty. The service is fast and friendly, very attentive. It's decorated in Japanese style, small but intimate seating area.
Highly suggested you make a reservation.
10/10 for this place.

Saw the reviews of this place weren't too bad so decided to try given we live near. The rolls were decent but the Hamachi Collar and Squid were very subpar.

For a sushi place like this, I'd much prefer a place like Live Sushi or Elephant Sushi.

The rolls were ordered: Melanie's Roll and Alaskan Roll.