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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254 Reviews
First Review by AshleyLorden
Aniseed
Points +5323
Phenomenal Vegan Sushi - Edit
The vegan sushi here is out of this world!! Unique combinations and incredible flavour!! On par with Shojin in LA. We tried Open Invitation, Boddy and Soul, and Colonel's Pipe. Everything was phenomenal!! I am really eyeing that Spicy Garlic Miso Ramen-- the photos look amazing!! The simple classic vegan rolls are a good price, the Speciality Rolls are pricier because they are special😄loaded with goodness. They are only doing take out at the moment-- no dine in, no delivery, they aren't affiliated with any delivery services-- it might not be so convenient unless you're right in the neighbourhood. There aren't any parks around for a nice picnic, very urban area. However you can manage, you won't be disappointed!!
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a7c
Points +513
Best vegan sushi - Edit
Best vegan sushi I’ve had in my life. Pricey but worth it. Make sure to get there at least an hour before they open to avoid any long lines.
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LaneErickson
Points +165
better than “normal” sushi - Edit
This is probably the best fully vegan restaurant I’ve ever been to. It’s worth the wait in normal times.
Read morePros: Creative and delicious specialty rolls and ramen, Great service, Awesome cocktails
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jessveg901
Points +28
OH MY GOD! - Edit
I was visiting San Francisco and found this spot. I have plans to return JUST to eat here!
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mazinha
Points +323
So good! - Edit
Everything here is super creative and delicious! You can’t go wrong with any of their special rolls.
Read morePros: Creative rolls, All vegan
Cons: Expensive , Service is slow and there’s always a long wait
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robfdilla
Points +539
Better Late Than Never - Edit
Running thru Google Photos and stumbled upon a visit to Shizen in the Mission SF back in '18. Better late than never. 🤷🏽♂️ Got their spicy tofuna roll and their spicy miso ramen. It was a great reminder what sushi-ramen bar taste and cost because it replicated both....taste and co$t. Lol But still a 5 star restaurant, nonetheless.
Read moreCons: Cost as much as a sushi-ramen bar
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the_artnerd
Points +46
Favorite Restaurant in SF - Edit
I've only been to Shizen once, on a trip to visit San Francisco, but I can say without question- it is my favorite restaurant in the entire city. I can also say, without question, it was the best meal I had in all of 2019. And I dined out a lot in 2019. When I went vegan last year, sushi was something I knew I would miss. No longer, will I miss it. We will be moving to the region later year and I will be returning to Shizen, as soon as I can.
Read morePros: Amazing Food, Nice People, Cozy Environment
Cons: Long Wait (it's still worth it!!!), Expensive (it's still worth it!!!)
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jfire
Points +16
Incredible food!! - Edit
This place was really hyped up for us but honestly was just as good as everyone said. The special rolls are amazing! I will be back the next time we’re in SF!
Read morePros: Innovative food , Nice vibe
Cons: Pushy waiters, it’s hard to relax, Hard to get a seat (used Yelp online waitlist)
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AnitaVegan123
Points +20
Best vegan sushi in the Bay Area - Edit
This is one of our favorite restaurants in San Francisco. Everything is just soo good. We love the Ramen and the specialty sushi rolls. They also have changing desserts which are always super delicious. I can highly recommend this place if you're looking for good vegan sushi.
Read morePros: Everything is very delicious , Nice vibe , Cucumber water😄
Cons: Sometimes longer wait times, Some of the tables are very close to each other , A bit pricey but worth every cent
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MollyElwood
Points +343
Fab food - Edit
Can't say enough good things about this place. The specialty rolls, the dumplings, the edamame--perfection! Who needs fish?
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FlorenceLiliana
Points +77
Best Vegan Sushi - Edit
Cute ambiance, I have loved coming here since they opened but it has become harder and harder to dine here since there is always a huge wait time and reservations! Wish they would open a second local 😍
Read morePros: Lots of sushi variety, Tasty drinks
Cons: WAIT TIMES (+2 hours at times)
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UberEclectic
Points +43
Everything's a hit! Wow! - Edit
I have tried about half the menu by now and everything is super delicious and the presentations are artisanal crafts, visually stunning, to be out done solely by the flavor explosions in every bite!
Read moreUse their waitlist app and beat the line.
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bowladdict
Points +409
Highlight of the trip- we went twice! - Edit
This place was so good we went twice! Go early since the lines get pretty crazy and you can miss out on getting seated. Everything is delicious.
Read morePros: Food is amazing, Lots of choices
Cons: Long lines
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McMallory
Points +2454
Holy crow! - Edit
So amazing! Waits can be long so make a Yelp reservation with about two hours as a lead time, but it is so, so worth it. Come hungry and come often!!!
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yungboy
Points +218
pretty good - Edit
got ramen, california rolls and gyoza. pretty good. im pretty sure we waited more than an hour though.
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csimeone
Points +78
Amazing sushi - Edit
Manny at the front desk was soooo patient and fabulous at what he did.
Read moreThe food was well worth the wait. The sushi was a creation!
Pros: Great service, Amazing food, Attentive
Cons: None
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RachelFaller
Points +269
Always a line, but delicious - Edit
This is one of my favorite vegan restaurants in the bay, but it’s hard to get in and I don’t really enjoy the pressure to move along so quickly if I’m trying to enjoy a night out. Nevertheless- the food is amazing and I applaud for the creativity and ambiance. We’ve brought several meat eating friends here and they enjoyed it.
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Points +23204
Shizen - Edit
AMAZING! Words can't even describe how delicious and creative the food is here (except the ramen, don't order that). I would recommend you venture towards the more adventurous sushi options such as the colonels pipe and the surprise ending rather than the basic sushi options. The wait is worth it here, I promise!
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sandykaren
Points +388
Game Changer - Edit
Updating my original post -- it's as good as ever! A must for vegans visiting SF. This is my favorite place in San Francisco. Don't bother with the regular sushi menu (which is fine), go straight to the specialty rolls which are amazing. My favorites are the Open Invitation, Body and Soul and the Scarlet Smile. I also love the Goma Ae (boiled spinach) and the croquettes. The food is sublime! The decor is also beautiful and the wait staff is friendly and efficient, though it does get crowded so sometimes you need a little patience. But just sip on some lovely sake and chill! It's worth it.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2015-06-16
Pros: Fabulous food, Reasonable prices, Lovely decor
Cons: I can't eat here as often as I want!
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ronitw
Points +782
Amazing Food - Edit
There were six of us and we tried so many things and all was wonderful! Highly recommended and I hope to get back soon... Service was lovely as well.
Read morePros: Amazing food, Great service
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Nut-Free-Vegan!
Points +51
Really Good! - Edit
I went here for my 25th birthday with family (two of which were non-vegans) and everyone really enjoyed what we got! We shared two specialty roles (prime suspect and candlelight) and the mild ramen. Also got the Brussels sprouts which were reaallly yummy. The tofu in the ramen was a bit too smoky and the broth had a light flavor, but overall was good.
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shelly
Points +293
Must visit. - Edit
Must visit restaurant for all Japanese food lovers.
Read morePros: Creative presentation. , Nice atmosphere. , Innovative dishes.
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klarajeam
Points +114
Sushi with a great Vegan Twist! - Edit
So much fun with a large group! The Surprise Ending was so much fun with a large group! Would definitely go back!!
Read morePros: Creative Menu, Lots of flavor, Extensive menu
Cons: Uncomfortable seats, Wait time
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Hazelcubed
Points +430
Flavor & Sight Explosion - Edit
Beautifully executed vegan sushi that is a feast for the eyes! Get in line before it opens to get a seat. There is a line down the block before it opens. It’s that good!!! We were a party of seven and just sampled 8 different rolls and the gyoza. All were exceptional! We didn’t even make it halfway through the menu!
Read morePros: Huge selection, Tastes & looks amazing
Cons: So popular you have to get in line before it open
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brightliving
Points +20
Unfortunate - Edit
I first want to mention this is not about the food, but about the service. I went in to see about a take-out order 30 mins before their advertised closing time. I waited at the host stand until she came, but was not greeted.
Read moreI stood there as she helped two other people that came after me, it was getting awkward. I finally interjected and asked to be helped. But she told me her concern was only with the people she had to seat already. It was an unfortunate experience as a potential customer. I hope this feedback can offer some suggestions from management of fair and kind service to ALL those who walk in the door.
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nabenson
Points +610
Incredible vegan sushi - Edit
Gyoza was a great starter. Loved the Boddy and Soul sushi roll. Amazing dessert which included chocolate brownie topped with matcha ice cream, warm tempura bananas and chocolate dipped strawberry. Opens at 5pm. Get there early to get a table. After we ate there was a 2.5 hour wait.
Read morePros: All vegan restaurant, Huge variety of rolls, Clean, hip restaurant
Cons: No reservations
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Justinc00k
Points +78
Amazing!!! - Edit
Shizen is an amazing restaurant. It’s tough to get a reservation and the waiting list is long on Yelp. But as long as you give yourself at least an hour or two on the Yelp waiting list it’s all good. Menu is entirely vegan. The restaurant was completely full. Cool vibe. Food is incredible. We got the croquettes, the vegetable tempura, and 3 specialty rolls. All were delicious and memorable. Even my non-vegan wife was blown away!
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