Nisei

Had a lovely time at this place. The service was amazing. We got there a bit early and they gave us a table at their bar next door while waiting, then brought us to the restaurant via the back door. They were attentive enough to notice I was wearing black pants, and gave me a black napkin as opposed to white to prevent lint from showing up. The vibe was relaxed and quiet. The decor was eccentric with risqué paintings in Japanese style. It was edgy as if to signal that there would be surprises in the meal. The meal was excellent. Many dishes were quite creative. All delicious! What I didn’t love was the lengthy explanation of each dish. While I understand the why, they took away from the experience because some felt like lectures. Overall, we had a great time here.

Nisei, an intimate One Michelin-Starred restaurant in San Francisco. I got to experience their Winter 2025 - 13 course menu! This is my second time coming here this year because I love the experience, service, and how the chefs make various different flavors come together cohesively, and the presentation speaks for itself. As a photographer and creator, it is fun to have beautiful food be your muse. You will also leave here feeling satisfied and full by the end of your 13 course. And there's a story behind every dish, and all the ingredients are carefully sought out and used purposefully on each plate. Until next time.

I visited Nisei for their Imoto (dessert) experience. It was such a well crafted menu with flavours that were intricately balanced. Chef Ellie’s personal description of all the courses presented was a very nice touch and helped us understand the soul of the various dishes being presented to us. Our server was really great as well. All in all, the entire experience was memorable and I highly recommend the Imoto experience.

We celebrated my wife's birthday at Nisei on Sunday night, and it was truly an exceptional dining experience from start to finish. Every dish that arrived at our table was both creative and delicious, showcasing incredible attention to detail and flavor. The entire meal was so outstanding that choosing a favorite dish became nearly impossible. My wife was particularly blown away by the miso soup, it was unlike any we've had before and truly memorable. For me, the Omurice was the standout, though honestly, every course was wonderful. We also opted for the alcohol-free pairing, which was just as thoughtfully crafted as the food itself. It perfectly complemented each dish and made the experience feel complete. The service and staff were excellent throughout the evening, attentive without bein

Excellent all around experience from food to service to atmosphere. Whether you're at the counter or table in Nisei, or in the more casual Iris lounge, you'll get the same very personable and attentive service, and lovely food. Service: We sat at the counter and were served by wait staff, hosts, and kitchen staff interchangeably. Each was really easy to just chat with, no one tried to be overly "fine dining haughty" - if you joke with them, they'll give it right back. If you prefer the atmosphere buttoned up, they will follow suit. Service was always very attentive and not rushed. Atmosphere: cozy, not too stuffy, plenty of spacing without being sparse. Not too noisy, but not library quiet, either. Food: Chef David Yoshimyra's cuisine is every bit a one star Michelin meal. Fresh ingred