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Elegant table beautifully lit by sunlight - Nisei, San Francisco, CA
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Nisei

$50 and over
Japanese

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • Good for business meals
Nisei presents a contemporary approach to Japanese American cuisine by combining deep Japanese flavors, refined cooking technique, and Northern California's finest ingredients. The restaurant is a personal reflection of Chef David Yoshimura's unique experience as a Michelin starred chef and second generation Japanese American, or Nisei.

Nisei can accommodate most severe allergies with advance notice, however due to the nature of the tasting menu format, we can not meet all dietary restrictions or aversions. In order to maintain the spirit of our cuisine, the following items can not be removed: Salt, sugar, soy sauce, and egg cooked into items.

All Experience prices below reflect a 20% Service Fee and 8.63% SF Sales Tax applied to the base price of each experience. This Service Fee goes towards paying our employees a livable wage as well as providing health insurance.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: David Yoshimura

  • Award icon

    MICHELIN 1 Star

    2024

  • Award icon

    MICHELIN 1 Star

    2023

From the OpenTable editors: Come to Chef David Yoshimura’s MICHELIN-starred spot for one of the city’s most innovative tasting menus. He expertly fuses Japanese techniques with Northern California ingredients to create bold, modern dishes that could include anago (salt-water eel) with fiddleheads or crispy kakuni (pork belly) with snap peas and ramps, paired with clever wines and sake for a singular dining experience.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Contemporary Asian, Japanese Speciality
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (415) 827-6898
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    For parties of 6 or more, we offer seating in our private Kimono Room. For inquiries regarding groups of 12 or more, or if you desire a tailored private dining experience, kindly click the link below, and we will promptly get in touch with you to curate a memorable evening.https://www.restaurantnisei.com/privatedining
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2024
    2. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
  • Neighborhood
    Russian Hill
  • Cross street
    Polk Street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Fall Reservations at Nisei

    $311.56 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    The tasting menu at Nisei features the pinnacle of Japanese American cuisine and is a personal expression of Chef David Yoshimura. Nisei combines the finest ingredients of Northern California and Japan to create a truly unforgettable experience. Guests can expect 13 courses with over 18 bites total, with options for supplements. Please allow at least 3 hours for the dining experience. The price of this experience reflects a 20% Service Fee and 8.63% SF Sales Tax. This Service Fee goes towards paying our employees a livable wage as well as providing health insurance.
    Fall Reservations at Nisei Photo
  • Champagne Pairing Night

    $716.96 per person

    Prepaid

    Dec 13, 2024 only
    6:00 PM
    Join us for a festive one-night only pairing event, exclusively pouring Champagne from a few of our favorite grower-producers. We will be popping exceptional bottles from several renowned vignerons- David Leclapart, Colette Bonnet, and Christophe Mignon are a few on the list for the evening. Alongside the engaging selection of bubbles, we will be bringing back a few favorite dishes from Nisei menus of the past, and the ticket is inclusive of a full caviar service course.
    Champagne Pairing Night Photo
  • New Year's Eve at Nisei

    $384.55 per person

    Prepaid

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Join us on December 31st for Nisei's annual New Year's Eve Dinner. Experience an elevated menu showcasing luxurious ingredients, crafted to welcome in 2025 in true Nisei style. Enhance your evening with an optional luxury beverage pairing, thoughtfully designed to complement the meal. We can't wait to celebrate with you!
    New Year's Eve at Nisei Photo

What 73 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 5Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Japanese

  • San Francisco

    Best Ambiance

  • San Francisco

    Innovative

  • San Francisco

    Good for special occasions

  • San Francisco

    Japanese

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Nisei is a standout destination for culinary artistry, offering a "wonderful experience" with "exceptional" service and "creative" Japanese fusion cuisine. Guests rave about the "beautifully" presented dishes and the intimate, art gallery-like ambiance. Chef David Yoshimura's innovative menu promises a "memorable" dining journey, perfect for special occasions.

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FAQs

Nisei is rated 4.8 stars by 73 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Nisei

2316 Polk St, San Francisco, CA 94109-1822

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2024
    2. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
  • Cross street
    Polk Street
  • Neighborhood
    Russian Hill
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Contemporary Asian, Japanese Speciality
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (415) 827-6898
  • Private party facilities
    For parties of 6 or more, we offer seating in our private Kimono Room. For inquiries regarding groups of 12 or more, or if you desire a tailored private dining experience, kindly click the link below, and we will promptly get in touch with you to curate a memorable evening.https://www.restaurantnisei.com/privatedining
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