I honestly do not know what all the fuss is about. I last ate at this restaurant with my husband after a lengthy 1 hour wait. The service was forgettable and the food was nothing special,... More

I honestly do not know what all the fuss is about. I last ate at this restaurant with my husband after a lengthy 1 hour wait. The service was forgettable and the food was nothing special, whatsoever.
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Get it together, people! We had out-of-town guests wanting some great sushi. After finding Ebisu listed on this site as one of the top rated sushi places, I was thrilled. It's in the... More

Get it together, people! We had out-of-town guests wanting some great sushi. After finding Ebisu listed on this site as one of the top rated sushi places, I was thrilled. It's in the neighborhood! The website said it was getting remodeled, but would be completed the first week of 2009. I called the make reservations, the dialogue went as follows, Me: "Hi, do you guys take reservations?" Ebisu: "How many people in your party?" Me: "Six, for 7:00 pm" Ebisu: "OK, see you then, thank you." After taking my name, I hung up, excited that I could get a table for Saturday night. HOWEVER, after arriving promptly at 7pm, they told us that they don't take reservations. I recounted my explanation, then the hostess told me that they only put people's names on the waiting list. To add injury to insult, she said, "I wish you told me sooner, I just gave away a table for 6 people." Inexplicably honest, and incompetent. She did apologize for the person on the phone, saying that they shouldn't have given a reservation. Excuses, excuses. I'm sure the fish is great, thus the line. But if you're counting on making plans in advance, don't count on Ebisu. By the way - the remodeling is not done yet, their website is wrong. Pros: Wouldn't know, never got our table Cons: Never got our table, despite a confirmed "reservation"
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It sounds cliche, but Ebisu really is the best sushi in SF. I have been going to Ebisu for at least twenty years and I have never been disappointed. The wait can sometimes be long, so if I'm in a... More

It sounds cliche, but Ebisu really is the best sushi in SF. I have been going to Ebisu for at least twenty years and I have never been disappointed. The wait can sometimes be long, so if I'm in a hurry, I try to get there right at 5pm for an early dinner. You have to be adventurous here - do not come to Ebisu and only eat California Rolls or Chicken Teriyaki (although I have been here with wimpy friends and the the teriyaki does look good). Everything is always absolutely fresh and the tuna sashimi melts in your mouth. If you can't do "raw" (or even if you can) go for the a Pink Cadillac, the grilled salmon or yellow tail collar, anything with unagi or soft shell crab.
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Great sushi, the wait can be very long sometimes, but it is worth it. The dragon roll and 29 roll are some of the best dishes of any kind of food I have ever tasted. Edamame is always fresh and... More

Great sushi, the wait can be very long sometimes, but it is worth it. The dragon roll and 29 roll are some of the best dishes of any kind of food I have ever tasted. Edamame is always fresh and tasty, and if you're a regular, you get a little better service. Pros: Great sushi, great food overall, fun setting. Cons: Expensive, very busy, rushed service.
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I definitely agree with the food reviews. This is great sushi. The space itself does need to be updated. I'll definitely go back though! Pros: tasty goodness Cons: atmosphere = meh

I definitely agree with the food reviews. This is great sushi. The space itself does need to be updated. I'll definitely go back though! Pros: tasty goodness Cons: atmosphere = meh
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This is a great neighborhood place, although the line is always so long. Try to sit at the sushi bar if you can. Let the sushi chefs take you on a jouney, and sit back and relax.

This is a great neighborhood place, although the line is always so long. Try to sit at the sushi bar if you can. Let the sushi chefs take you on a jouney, and sit back and relax.
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The mixed reviews of Ebisu below are understandable. The place used to be one of the best sushi restaurants in the City. It has been oversold and simply can't truly accomodate the level of traffic... More

The mixed reviews of Ebisu below are understandable. The place used to be one of the best sushi restaurants in the City. It has been oversold and simply can't truly accomodate the level of traffic it endures, at least on weekends. I regularly dine out in Tokyo and, although the restaurants there are small in size, they are generally not elbow to elbow crowded once you are seated, as is Ebisu. In short, the experience (and food) is being compromised by the facililties. Time to relocate. (Note: The two previous reviewers must have gotten lost. Paella?)
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I have to say that I was really impressed with this place. The sushi was not only amazing, but it was also not overpriced. I was served green tea as soon as I sat down, and was also given edamame... More

I have to say that I was really impressed with this place. The sushi was not only amazing, but it was also not overpriced. I was served green tea as soon as I sat down, and was also given edamame at no charge. The sushi itself was delicious and the fish was fresh. After I was finished, they also gave me a nicely cut orange that had to be one of the juiciest I've ever had. The service was prompt and friendly, despite it being lunch hour. Overall this place was awesome, and I would definitely recommend it. Pros: Great service and food, nice location. Cons: None that I could tell!
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i went to this sushi place because of all of the great reviews. it was literally the WORST sushi i have ever had. the service was just as bad. very rude and short with us. very very over priced. do... More

i went to this sushi place because of all of the great reviews. it was literally the WORST sushi i have ever had. the service was just as bad. very rude and short with us. very very over priced. do not waste your time. Pros: nothing Cons: everything
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I went to Ebisu with several different friends and everybody enjoyed their fresh nigiri and sushi! Tuna belly is one of my favorites. It gets crowded sometimes but it worths waiting. The owner's... More

I went to Ebisu with several different friends and everybody enjoyed their fresh nigiri and sushi! Tuna belly is one of my favorites. It gets crowded sometimes but it worths waiting. The owner's wife CoCo is very nice and all the Chefs are great! Suzuki San is funny too. I always enjoyed the cozy atmosphere and great fish here! Pros: Fresh Fish, Cozy seating Cons: Gets crowded sometimes
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