Restaurant Anzu

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222 Mason St (at Ellis Street)
San Francisco, CA 94102

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(415) 394-1100
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Restaurant Anzu - San Francisco, CA
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Best

I ate dinner here with my boyfriend before heading to a show at the Razz Room. What a great meal! Our waiter was very attentive (and funny!) and the food was great - and you hav...

Worst

Overpriced Japanese food. Could not find the lobster in the gnocchi. Pasta was tasteless. Hamachi crudo was overpriced for four pieces of hamachi on a bed of grapefruit. Pork ...

Anzu satisfies 3/16/2005

I finally had a chance to try out Anzu. They have been around for awhile, but never got around to it. I must say that I was very happy with our meal and the service was perfect. Highly recommended more
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Overall, Not Enjoyable 1/14/2005

When I go out and spend $150 on a meal for two, I want it to be a memorable experience. This wasn't. The food was good and the service was adequate. But the ambiance of the place is just plain boring. Anzu looks like it's in the banquet room of a hotel. You know what I mean: low acoustical tile ceiling and virtually nothing interesting about the artwork or table setings. Very boring indeed. There are many other places in this city where the food is as good or better and the surroundings are a lot more interesting. Pros: drinks Cons: , cost more
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Thumbs up from a Japanese! 7/27/2004

Let's face it, San Francisco lacks authentic sushi places compared to NYC. Being a Japanese and fairly new in town, locals would name off their favorites with names which doesn't sound anything remotely close to authentic (Blowfish, Sushi Groove, Tokyo Go Go.....hellooo???) and serving those ""fusion"" sushis. This is one place which I would have to vouch for sushis just like home! Other reviewers who rated this BAD either don't know real sushi because they only know those sushis catered to westerners (ie. mayos, avocadoes). This is NOT the place if you're seeking for those sushis. Recommened to those who had sushis in Japan and know the REAL stuff! Pros: ambiance, fresh sushi, friendly sushi master Cons: , expensive more
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Sake to me!!! 5/17/2004

Haven't eaten here yet, but how could you go wrong with steak and sushi?! I have, on many occasions, had their sake and sake cocktails. They are excellent and (I don't know if it's on the menu) but if you're interested in a cold sake tasting just ask the bartender. Pros: sake, cocktails, service more
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Bad food 5/1/2004

we party of 6 went to Anzu on Saturday night (05/01/04). Three of the party ordered their Salmon entry and they served it very rare and even when told that they need it well done they couldn't do it right even the second time and the best they could do is took it off the bill. I ordered Halibut and that's not good either. Sushi is ok. Best meal of the night is my 4 yr olds Chicken Nuggets and frenck fries and one dessert. Unless you want to eat Sushi don't go this place. We went to Firefly same week and their Salmon and Halibut entires are much tastier than Anzu. more
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Best Sushi in the city... 9/16/2003

If you're a true sushi fan, what I mean is you like freshest sushi with no fuss, ANZU is the ultimate place to go. Takahashi san WOW me everytime I eat at his sushi bar...Toro (fatty tuna) is my favorite, but everything else is great. Just let Takahashi san know how much you want to spend, and let him decide for you...and be ready to be surprise and impressed. Pros: Freshest Sushi, Good Service more
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a RIP-OFF!! 6/1/2003

I am the sort of person that has no problem paying high prices for great food, but I hate getting ripped off for crappy food and service like I did last night. The food is just ok- and if you're going to spend money going out blah and ok just don't cut it. The bartender messed up two drink orders from the waitress, and on the third, because they didn't have the ingredients, brought, and charged me for a cocktail totally different from what I had ordered. We also had a crappy table and the restaurant was half empty. A VERY negative experience. Don't waste your time. Pros: bar decor Cons: bartender, food, restaurant decor more
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Savor the Flavor 4/14/2003

The flavors used in sauces for the beef and asparagus and other items made a simple dish taste excquisite. The sushi was comprable to just about any other sushi spot, but all else (crab cake, salad) was outstanding! Knowledgeable watistaff - recommended a wine that was great but I wouldn't have tried otherwise. Pros: Soft lighting, Great Service Cons: Expensive more
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ANZU is the finest 4/7/2003

I love eating at ANZU whether it be on a date or with friends. The food is so delicious and is consistently good. I've sat at the sushi bar several times and it's always been a good experience - this is the freshest sushi I have ever tasted. And the steak? Need I say more? It was so tender and tasty that it melted in my mouth. Wow! Am getting hungry again, just writing this down. I highly recommend this restaurant. more
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Beef that needs no knife! 2/10/2003

Good food - excellent beef. Haven't tried the sushi, but that's only a matter of time. The Peartini was great! If you go on a date ask for a booth in the back - very romantic. more
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Mouth Watering Beef 9/18/2002

anzu was a pleasant surprise and i came away w/ a new favorite place for steak AND sushi. both were fresh and melted in my mouth and the service was top notch in a very nice, comfortable, elegant & contemporary dining room. Pros: sushi, steak, service more
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nice place 7/20/2002

the steak was good. the sushi was much better than other popular sushi house e.g. ebisu, ec. LA has better sushi but for SF, it's very good. the salmon entree was ok. more
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Tasty treats for me to eat 5/21/2002

Service was excellent, not to doting and not too annoying. Food was wonderful. Flavorful and beautifully presented. Must try the deconstructed tuna roll and for dessert...the chocolate truffle cake (takes 30min to prepare so order early). more
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Menu for Restaurant Anzu


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The Hotel Nikko's flagship dining room showcases a Japanese-influenced continental menu.

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  • Located on the second level of the transcendent Hotel Nikko, the EuroJapanese cuisine of ANZU is a sublime synergy of the East and the West. Critically acclaimed chef Barney Brown has transformed the menu into an innovative blend of Japanese and European influences using unique ingredients with masterful technique.

    ANZU also features an intimate nine seat sushi bar where exotic seafood from the Tokyo fish markets and local waters is transformed exquisite delicacies.

    Sample one of ANZU's signature cocktails in the lounge while enjoying a dramatic view of the expansive lobby.

    Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, ANZU caters to every crowd in the diverse San Francisco scene. For those who prefer a weekend morning indulgence, ANZU offers a Sunday Brunch.

Editorial

  • The Hotel Nikko's flagship dining room showcases a Japanese-influenced continental menu, as well as a sushi bar with domestic and Tokyo-imported fish.

  • 10/12/2007 Provided by Citysearch
Additional information
  • Hours: Daily 6:30am-10pm
  • Payments: American Express, Cash, Discover, Master Card, Visa
  • Neighborhoods: Tenderloin, Northeast
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