Izakaya mayumi

Reservations are recommended but we were able to get a table in 5-10 minutes by walking in. The restaurant is small so I wouldn't recommend it for a big group. There are a few tables as well as bar seating. The menu selection was solid and the food we got was pretty tasty too. Service was efficient and because the place is small, it was easy to get their attention if we needed it. Parking is hard but that is the Outer Richmond for you.

I really liked this place, very Japanese from decor to food options to presentation! One of best chirashi bowls I have had in my earthly pilgrimage. Definitely get the karaage appetizer, and the miso soup comes with more substance than most other places. Also green tea ice cream is a very generous portion.

This is one of the best Izakaya restaurants in the Bay Area and the price is reasonable. It offers many items not typically found in many other Izakaya places. A friend and I ordered - potato croquette - grilled miso black cod - takoyaki (deep fried octopus dough balls) - agedashi tofu - tori no karaage (fried chicken) - takowasa (raw octopus mixed with wasabi sauce) All were excellent. Our server claimed the restaurant has the best karaage in San Francisco. He might be right. It got lighter and more delicate coating than any karaage I had before.

Hanabi (meaning firework in Japanese) roll was beautiful and delicious. But try agedashi tai (snapper) too. A hidden gem in SF. Oh, during happy hours their Dassai 45 (daiginjo sake) is a steal. Enjoy the smooth taste and elegant aroma.

Authentic izakaya spot, every dish we had was delicate and high quality. The server was super attentive and courteous. Definitely coming back! Karaage: juicy fried chicken, perfectly soft skin Agedashi mochi Negitoro Taru Taru: fatty tuna served in unique bamboo dish Motsu nabe: beef intestine hot pot soup Agedashi tai: fried red snapper