Zushi Puzzle

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1910 Lombard St (at between Buchanan Street and US Hwy101)
San Francisco, CA 94123

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(415) 931-9319
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Best

Some of the freshest (and most affordable!) sushi in the bay area sit at sushi counter to be treated like seafood royalty

Worst

I grew up in Japan and the sushi here was like the "fast food" or "deli" sushi found in local supermarkets - edible, but average at best. The quality of the fish here was mediocr...


Some of the freshest (and most 7/13/2012

Some of the freshest (and most affordable!) sushi in the bay area sit at sushi counter to be treated like seafood royalty more

Excellent Japanese food! 10/17/2011

Always loved sushi. This is definitely a place to visit! more

Really Good Sushi 6/16/2011

The Sushi was great. This place also has really good sake. The service was pretty slow, but if you're out with friends its a really good environment and a good time. more

The best sushi! 10/27/2008

Although the ambiance isn't as flashy as other sushi restaurants in the city, the sushi itself is the best! Very creative rolls and always, always fresh. more

The best sushi! 10/26/2008

Although the ambiance isn't as flashy as other sushi restaurants in the city, the sushi itself is the best! Very creative rolls and always, always fresh. more

best bang for your buck! 9/9/2008

kat Provided by Partner
Don't expect to be seated anytime soon without a reservation, unless you come when it opens at 5pm. everything on the menu is fresh & well prepar... more

Appears to discriminate against kids....Very disappointed... 8/23/2008

My Wife, 8 year old, 11 year old, and I went to Zushi Puzzle early at exactly 5pm. We are all sushi lovers, and know how to order and were ... more

Fresh Fresh Fresh!!!! 7/28/2008

The sushi is absolutely Fresh!!! There is no other words for it..Just Fresh Fresh Fresh!! If you are in the area and in the mood for Great S... more

OVERRATED 6/10/2008

Even with a reservation, I've had to wait up to one hour. They try and build up the biggest bill they can by giving you more than you order and then charging you. No Sake list so you don really know what you are getting and what you are paying? Roger (owner/sushi chef) a bit full of himself. Loved it at first and now I'm boycotting.. Pros: Variety of sushi Cons: atmosphere, over billing more

OVERRATED 6/9/2008

Even with a reservation, I've had to wait up to one hour. They try and build up the biggest bill they can by giving you more than you order and then charging you. No Sake list so you don really know what you are getting and what you are paying? Roger (owner/sushi chef) a bit full of himself. Loved it at first and now I'm boycotting.. Pros: Variety of sushi Cons: atmosphere, over billing more

Can't imagine life without Zushi 5/12/2008

I can't even count the number of times I've replied, ""Anything but sushi"" when asked what I felt like for dinner. Well, on the last occasion I said that, my answer went ignored and I was taken to Zushi Puzzle. When I sat down and Chef Roger asked what I liked, I told him what I didn't like: raw fish and seaweed. He sure had his work cut out for him! What I soon found out was that I actually did like sushi... love sushi. What I didn't like was bad sushi as I had tried much of it over the years because I did always want to like it. I've had a couple dozen visits since then and he never ceases to amaze me with his inventive rolls, always the freshest fish, keen knowledge of sake and fervent desire to please his patrons with the best sushi on the west coast. I've continued to try other sushi places in the city and beyond and none can compare. I've seen reviews on here claiming the sushi at Zushi is ""alright."" I can only feel sorry for these people as I know their palate must be broken. The live scallops, signature hand roll, butterfish, tunas - all divine. And if you can, you should try the tempura banana. Now when asked what I feel like for dinner, you can't get me to say anything but ""Zushi"". Pros: Chef Roger, scallops, sashimi, friendly atmosphere more

Can't imagine life without Zushi 5/11/2008

I can't even count the number of times I've replied, "Anything but sushi" when asked what I felt like for dinner. Well, on the last occasion I said that, my answer went ignored and I was taken to Zushi Puzzle. When I sat down and Chef Roger asked what I liked, I told him what I didn't like: raw fish and seaweed. He sure had his work cut out for him! What I soon found out was that I actually did like sushi... love sushi. What I didn't like was bad sushi as I had tried much of it over the years because I did always want to like it. I've had a couple dozen visits since then and he never ceases to amaze me with his inventive rolls, always the freshest fish, keen knowledge of sake and fervent desire to please his patrons with the best sushi on the west coast. I've continued to try other sushi places in the city and beyond and none can compare. I've seen reviews on here claiming the sushi at Zushi is "alright." I can only feel sorry for these people as I know their palate must be broken. The live scallops, signature hand roll, butterfish, tunas - all divine. And if you can, you should try the tempura banana. Now when asked what I feel like for dinner, you can't get me to say anything but "Zushi". Pros: Chef Roger, scallops, sashimi, friendly atmosphere more

Authentic you may find in the city! 2/9/2008

They use fresh ingredients, varieties of rolls you may choose. Sashimi is so fresh! Try it! I definitely come back more

Authentic you may find in the city! 2/8/2008

They use fresh ingredients, varieties of rolls you may choose. Sashimi is so fresh! Try it! I definitely come back more

Contender for the Best Sushi in SF 12/13/2007

Absolutely my top stop for good, fresh, inexpensive sushi in the city. It's my default choice for where to eat out. Kind of a pain to get to down in the tourist motels of the marina though. Kind of a ""hole-in-the-wall"" that really delivers. I've eaten my fair share of sushi around the city and this place is one if the few I would recommend to friends. Pros: Great Sushi, Inexpensive Cons: Lack of atmosphere more

Contender for the Best Sushi in SF 12/13/2007

Absolutely my top stop for good, fresh, inexpensive sushi in the city. It's my default choice for where to eat out. Kind of a pain to get to down in the tourist motels of the marina though. Kind of a "hole-in-the-wall" that really delivers. I've eaten my fair share of sushi around the city and this place is one if the few I would recommend to friends. Pros: Great Sushi, Inexpensive Cons: Lack of atmosphere more

Come at 5pm, right when it opens. They'll... 9/9/2007

Come at 5pm, right when it opens. They'll still ask you if you've got a reservation, but they seat you.... more

Come at 5pm, right when it opens. They'll... 9/9/2007

essa_ism Provided by Partner
Come at 5pm, right when it opens. They'll still ask you if you've got a reservation, but they seat you. Excellent, love the messy andy, the butte... more

Come at 5pm, right when it opens. They'll... 9/9/2007

essa_ism Provided by Partner
Come at 5pm, right when it opens. They'll still ask you if you've got a reservation, but they seat you. Excellent, love the messy andy, the butte... more
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  • The Scene
    Mismatched hanging lamps are surrounded by lavender stucco walls decorated with sushi photos and a black-and-white chef's robe. Lounge-worthy beats bump while multicultural...

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  • Hours: Mon-Sat 5pm-10:30pm
  • Payments: Master Card, Visa
  • Neighborhoods: North, Cow Hollow
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