Vegan
Japanese
Vegan sushi bar and izakaya, eat. Jan 2015. Offers sushi, ramen, and Japanese food in small plates in a unique dining set-up with matching wood beams and tables. Open Mon-Thu 5:00pm-9:00pm, Fri-Sat 4:00pm-9:30pm, Sun 4:30pm-9:00pm.
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370 14th St (at Valencia, Mission District), San Francisco, California, USA, 94103
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Added by condekedar on 14 Jan 2015
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266 Reviews
First Review by AshleyLorden
LorraineGadsden
Points +7761
Delicious - Edit
Everything at this restaurant is beyond delicious. You will not regret eating here! My whole family enjoyed, and loved the service.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2020-05-18
Pros: Unique options, Delicious
Cons: A little pricey , Hard to get seating
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UrsulaArndt
Points +26
Amazing sushi - Edit
Absolutely worth it, food was amazing and staff was super friendly.
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clamchow
Points +1496
Very cool food - Edit
Delicious and creative high end vegan food. Highly recommend
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teabell
Points +405
Wow! Best vegan sushi I’ve ever had! Nothing compares! - Edit
This place is insane! Not only do I love the interiors and style, but the food is incredible. I had the eggplant nigiri and the avocado nigiri. Just the most delicious, mouth watering food! The eggplant is cooked perfectly! All the ingredients are locally sourced and just wowwwww. Tastes out of this world! Highly recommend! I don’t live in SF but if I did I’d be here at least once a week minimum!
Read morePros: Eggplant nigiri wowwwww, Organic, local ingredients! , Interiors are divine!
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andyjng
Points +5972
Upscale, Modern Vegan Sushi - Edit
I've been looking forward to trying Shizen for so long after going plant-based. One of the hardest things for me to give up was sushi, and looking around for creative/inventive vegan sushi was somewhat challenging. Shizen here really delivered and offered a fantastic vegan experience that reminded me how a bit of creativity can go a long way.
Read moreOur table ordered a round of appetizers and specialty rolls - each coming out in between one another which meant we always had food on the table.
- Garlic Edamame ($7) was super garlicky and I loved it
- Gyoza ($9), pan-fried dumplings with veggies and tofu were fantastic
- Omni Shiitake ($10) was their stuffed mushrooms with omnipork and matcha salt. It was a bit too salty for us but still a great combo
- Dandanmen ($12), a nutty savory noodle dish that held its own
The real shining star were the rolls that we ordered. Each of these could be the name of a drag queen which made it even more amazing.
- Open Invitation ($16), our absolute favorite. Pumpkin tempura with burdock, tofu, tapioca, and an avocado crema. The renkon chip on top made it super Insta worthy and elevated the texture
- Foxy Scarlet ($16), a roll with sweet potato puree, bean curd, and black truffle hummus. Another amazing roll that hits on your flavor palette
- Candlestick ($15), a roll with sea salt lit on fire... no really, its aesthetic and spicy
- Singing Telegram ($15), an amazing roll with asparagus, avocado, fried kale, and Omnipork
Reservations are a must. I made mine a week out at 6:30 in the morning, and there were barely three time slots leftover. Arriving a few minutes prior, we were assured in, seated, had the menu explained, ate, and were out in less than 90 minutes. However, none of it felt rushed, and they really got their system down. Props to them!
Pros: Fantastic dining experience, Creative vegan sushi rolls
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Seatown_vegan
Points +9005
Definitely worth a visit - Edit
I was recommended this place by two HappyCow’ers so of course I had to pull up. Reservations are recommended as the place is small. The time I wanted was all booked so I checked everyday leading up to this and luckily found a time at 8:30pm.
Read moreWe arrived at our scheduled time and were seated promptly. We ordered Kaiso salad, Kaarage, spicy garlic miso ramen and another ramen I can’t remember the name of, Philadelphia roll, and Boddy and Soul sushi rolls.
The ramen was good but I wasn’t too impressed by it like I was expecting. The Boddy and Soul rolls were fantastic, though. Possibly some of the best vegan sushi rolls I’ve had I also really enjoyed the Kaarage and the sauce that came with it.
Overall I would definitely visit this place again and focus more on the different sushi rolls. I saw one sushi plate being delivered that was on fire. I would have loved to try that.
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Graydon
Points +174
Amazing food! - Edit
Went here by myself while in town for a bit and it was a fantastic choice. Got the soy ramen and California rolls - more than enough food to feed 1 (the ramen was quite big!)
Read moreFood was all around very delicious. I sat right at the counter of the sushi bar, which was cool too. I’d definitely check this place out if you’re in town! They definitely make vegan sushi much fancier than just avocado, yam, or cucumber rolls!
Pros: Delicious food, Great atmosphere, Big servings
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Realfoodvegan
Points +164
My favorite spot in SF - Edit
Every time I’m in SF this time place is must. Friendly staff & cute atmosphere. The Colonel's pipe, hidden agenda, avocado eggplant nigiri were all so good. Highly recommend!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-11-10
Pros: Delicious , Reasonable prices
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JuanPa
Points +71
10 star rating is needed - Edit
This was the best vegan meal in our 15 years of this life choice, the specialty rolls are unbelievable, they are muting. In awe words are insufficient!
Read moreThe presentation is next level, it felt surreal. The subtleties in textures, flavors and aromas were well thought out and incredibly executed. In everything including in unexpected elements like the Gyoza sauce.
The cuts for the vegetables used and their marinades, every detail. Even in a apparently simple avocado nigiri, the touches, cuts and delivery created an unforgettable experience.
Do ask for the dessert! (and starve yourself before you go for a day or two…)
A big mahalo to the team! what an evening!
Pros: The flavors were above anything, The textures !, The presentation!
Cons: we live far away
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phrogslob
Points +24
so amazing - Edit
Came here while on a trip to San Fransisco. Sushi was my favorite food before going vegan and this place was incredible. We got an avocado roll, tomato nigiri, and the missing piece roll and all were so delicious. My boyfriend also got the shoyu ramen and he was so impressed by everything, and he isn’t vegan. Would highly recommend if you’re in the area. Be sure to make a reservation though, we got there right when they opened and barely got a spot without a reservation.
Read morePros: Full vegan menu, Great service, Incredible food
Cons: Specialty rolls expensive for small portions
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echofan
Points +277
Amazing Food! - Edit
Amazing food! One of my new favorite restaurants! Food looks great and tastes amazing. It look likes regular sushi, but the taste is unique and doesn’t taste like fish. Highly recommend!
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KEVINMCCRACKEN
Points +20
What else can be said? - Edit
I’ve been vegan for most of my adult life 25 years. This is likely my very favorite all vegan restaurant of all time. There is nothing on this menu that isn’t worth trying. Even the basic rolls are fresh and tasty. The staff is stellar and super accommodating. I’ve eaten here with both vegan and non-vegan friends and every single one has wanted to come back.
Read moreBe prepared to spend some money because it’s hard to stop once the sushi and ramen arrive. It’s not cheap.
Pros: The best vegan sushi ever, Ramen a huge plus
Cons: Expensive , Parking , Bring back the Mochi
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WFPB47
Points +103
Must try if you love sushi! - Edit
This place blew our minds, it was unbelievably delicious. We had the brussels sprouts- which are a must try , along with gyoza and 4 rolls. If you are in the area, I strongly recommend this restaurant! Keep in mind that reservations are required and there is no takeout ( as of time of this review).
Read morePros: Fully vegan, Novel cuisine
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veganstamps
Points +693
Tasty and creative vegan sushi - Edit
This was my first time in San Francisco and I was delightfully surprised at the amount of vegan options they had to offer. 10/10 recommend and I would definitely go back. The sushi was just delicious, unlike some places where the vegan sushi is just bland as all they have in it are raw vegetables. So good!
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DaniF
Points +134
Great place for a sushi date - Edit
This is one of my wife's favorite date locations. The food is great and there are many options.
Read moreBe prepared to make a reservation or wait a long time. Parking can also be very difficult. Also it is fairly expensive.
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Misanthropia
Points +3001
Well deserved Michelin star - Edit
By far the best vegan sushi I ever had as well as outstanding good service. My personal favorite vegan restaurant in San Francisco, be sure to reserve a table because it is very popular.
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JosephMash
Points +173
Great Sushi, special all vegan place - Edit
Very rare to get a place such as this serving (reasonably) authentic and very high quality sushi. Loved the miso soup and tofu katsu. Would love to come here every week!
Read morePros: Fully vegan sushi place (enough said), Authentic , Great food
Cons: Menu could be more imaginative
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EllenVanDamme
Points +153
Amazing sushi! - Edit
The best vegan sushi I've ever had. Lots of fun combinations and a huge choice.
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jotozoto
Points +20
Vegan Sushi - Edit
One of the best vegan places in SF. I will always recommend this spot to everyone! Tomato nigiri is sooo good!
Read morePros: ALL VEGAN, Tomato nigiri, Eggplant nigiri
Cons: IMO The ramen doesn’t shine as bright
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EmdotAlice
Points +6073
Everything is so good - Edit
Loved this place! Probably our favorite meal so far in San Francisco. We tried the gyoza (best vegan gyoza I’ve ever had), a few of their nigiris (tomato, mango, eggplant and asparagus), and some special rolls. My favorites were the gyoza and green pickled mango nigiri. My partner loved the candlestick the best but the boddy and soul and secret weapon were also good. Our only complaint was we wish the spicy rolls were spicier.
Read morePros: So many great options
Cons: Not spicy enough
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Sjjk12
Points +1149
We will be back! - Edit
An incredibly intimate and delicious experience. We had 2 noodle bowls and a deluxe sushi with beer. It was all such a nice experience. Btw- if you are a pair you can do a walk-in at their bar instead of making a reservation!
Read morePros: Everything
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ynwa
Points +2356
Best vegan sushi - Edit
Ceviche to start, lots of sushi, rolls and all made with such incredible artisan attention and ingredients. If you want a disco of vegan sushi in your mouth, put on some flares and sachet to Shizen soonest.
Read morePros: Incredible experience , Food is beyond exceptional , Variety means lots of visits
Cons: Reservations only 7 days and usually 5 or 8 pm
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asdeshmukh
Points +59
Incredible vegan sushi experience! - Edit
Had the Miso soup & the 2 soju cocktails as starters. The soup was great. The soju litchi sangria was lightly sweet & the warm soju was divine!
Read moreThis was followed by specialty rolls - Open Invitation, Hidden Agenda, and Prime Suspect. Every single bite of every single roll was full of texture and flavors. One would not know that it was all veggies and no meat! What an amazing experience. I would most certainly come back here, and definitely on an empty stomach.
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clh1313
Points +150
Beautiful sushi - Edit
Super creative totally vegan restaurant. Everything we had was great.
Read morePros: Super creative , Totally vegan
Cons: Must make a reservation in advance
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taiwanesetexan
Points +13602
Top 5 vegan restaurants in SF - Edit
I find myself coming back again and again. I would categorize this as a vegan izakaya since they serve a smattering of various menu options: karaage, katsu, gyoza, ramen, yakisoba, and sushi, to name a few. Everything I've ordered is delicious, and my latest favorite special roll is the Proud Peacock. The Surprise Ending is always fun. And all the non-vegans I bring with me keep asking me when we're going back.
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EmilyDesJardins
Points +940
Some of the best sushi I’ve ever had - Edit
My partner and I had luck on our side because we were able to walk in to a open two top. The people next to us tried to book a reservation for three months before they landed a table. But soooo worth it!! I will definitely be booking a reservation next time I’m headed to SF. The staff is amazing and the food is insane. Serious culinary artistry. Can’t want to go back!!
Read morePros: All vegan, Traditional flavors without the mock meats, Insanely delicious
Cons: So popular and busy you need a reservation, Plan to book and wait up to a week
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villarreallevi
Points +962
Vegan sushi!!! - Edit
Amazing!! Went here with a non vegan and they liked it too. Highly recommend the Kaarage and Hidden Agenda roll
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