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AKIKOS
AKIKOS: Modern omakase and nigiri at the chef's counter.
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Sushi Bars
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AKIKOS: Modern omakase and nigiri at the chef's counter.
AKIKOS, located at 430 Folsom St, San Francisco's East Cut, specializes in omakase and nigiri in a modern, open dining room. Reviewers praise attentive service at the chef's counter, pristine fish from Toyosu, and signature touches like toro-caviar shokupan. With a la carte options and a welcoming atmosphere, it is a top pick for groups and special occasions.
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A curated multi-course tasting menu featuring seasonal, pristine fish and innovative preparations like coffee-cured tuna.
Handcrafted nigiri made fresh at the chef's counter with room-temperature fish and warm rice for optimal flavor.
Flexible dining options allowing guests to order individual dishes, including favorites like toro-caviar shokupan.
Spacious, modern setting ideal for celebrations and work gatherings with attentive service.
Intimate seating offering a front-row view of culinary artistry and personalized interaction with chefs.
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Overall rating
Elmer Ramirez
Recommended by our fav omakasein Virginia (Modan) we had an unforgettable omakase experience at AKIKOS (430 Folsom St, San Francisco’s East Cut). The meticulously prepared dishes were exquisite—pristine fish from Toyosu, innovative dry-aging, and standout touches like toro-caviar shokupan. Flavors were refined, fresh, and perfectly balanced. Service was superior: attentive, knowledgeable, and warm, especially at the chef’s counter. The spacious interior and well-lit bar felt modern, elegant, and inviting. Too bad another SF spot shares a similar name (Akiko’s Sushi Bar)—it’s nowhere near this level. Book the right one for top-tier Japanese cuisine. Highly recommended!
Anshul Mathur
One of the very best omakases on the West Coast. Their coffee cured blue fin tuna and their toro are fantastic.
Karl Zheng
Came here recently to celebrate with work colleagues. Food and service were excellent as usual. Atmosphere is probably still my favorite part about Akikos. It’s modern and open versus a more traditional counter experience. Highly recommended for groups. A la carte menu ensures everyone is satisfied including providing an opportunity to order another bite of something particularly enjoyable on the menu.
Rosa Lee
Absolute delight and the best omakase and nigiri I have ever had. We sat at the bar. Each dish in the otsumami was incredible. I think my favorites were the Fuji Salmon, Sashimi, Robusuta, and Chawanmushi. I thought they had set the bar quite high with the otsumami but the nigiri did not disappoint at all. The rice is steamed very fresh and each piece was made in front of us. The fish intentionally at room temperature with the warm rice really made the flavors pop in a way I had never experienced before with nigiri. Just fantastic. Our chef was lovely to watch and everything she made was perfection. I think my favorites were Karei, Kanpachi, tokishirazu, and botan ebi. We liked all the items so much when they gave us the additional menu we ordered a few more pieces. Can’t wait to come back!
josephine richburg
One of the most delicious meals I’ve had in a very long time. We had the Omakase and each course was unique and tasty. Service was impeccable and the ambience was perfect. Overall a great dining experience. Thank you!
