Shizen

Cuisine

sushi, japanese, ramen

Michelin

selected

Price

$$

Website

https://www.shizensf.com/

Description

At first glance, this stylish izakaya and sushi bar could be another in a line of similar places that dot the San Francisco landscape were it not for a major twist: everything on the menu is vegan. Purists and die-hard carnivores may scoff, but the food is exceptional, skillfully manipulating vegetables and starches to recreate seafood-centric Japanese favorites. Karaage is given a plant-based twist, served with spicy agave aioli. Then, spicy tuna gets a run for its money from the impressive tofuna rolls, with chili-inflected minced tofu and cucumber, crowned with creamy avocado and dusted in

Review score

4.7

Review count

80

Review summary

Shizen, located in San Francisco, specializes in vegan sushi, Japanese cuisine, and ramen, holding a 4.7/5 rating on TripAdvisor. Most reviewers praise the exceptional food quality, noting flavorful and visually appealing dishes such as the Yuba salad, vegetable tempura, and specialty rolls like Hidden Agenda. The atmosphere is casual yet vibrant, with generally friendly and efficient service. However, some guests report issues with meal pacing and difficulty securing reservations due to high demand. While a minority find the value questionable or note that some items lack depth, the consensus remains that Shizen offers a high-quality vegan dining experience that appeals even to non-vegans.

Best for

Ideal for diners seeking high-quality vegan cuisine who plan ahead for reservations.

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