Restaurant

Kuma on Valencia

JapaneseSan Franciscomoderate

Kuma on Valencia is one of the best japanese restaurants in San Francisco for date night, especially if you want a strong option in San Francisco.

Kuma on Valencia is the Mission District outpost of the Polk Street original, and the premise here is deceptively simple: a small, sushi-bar-forward room run by two lifelong friends, chefs Ryo and Cory, who build each day's menu around w…

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Rating (Google) 9.2
213 reviews
San Francisco
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9.2
Rating
Based on 213 reviews
Best used for
date night and dinner
Price and pace
moderate
Neighborhood
San Francisco · 198 Valencia St, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA
Price
moderate
Google rating
9.2 from 213 reviews
Phone
(415) 520-8621
What to order

Signature dishes at Kuma on Valencia

Kuma's Chirashi
Zeitgeist Roll
Local Tofu
Why go

What makes Kuma on Valencia worth the move

Kuma on Valencia is an easy yes when you want somewhere that feels considered rather than fussy. Kuma's Chirashi and Zeitgeist Roll also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 9.2 rating across 213 Google reviews.

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Public rating
9.2 from 213 Google reviews
Best used for
date night and dinner
Style
Japanese in San Francisco
Spend
moderate

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Know before you go

Google rating: 9.2 from 213 reviews
Price point: moderate
Popular dishes: Kuma's Chirashi, Zeitgeist Roll, Local Tofu
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0 diner reviews · reviewed by Marcus Chen for Kuma on Valencia

Google snapshot
9.2 from 213 reviews
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Editorial review by Marcus Chen
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For now, Kuma on Valencia holds a 9.2 rating across 213 Google reviews.

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Quick details

Address
198 Valencia St, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA
Phone
(415) 520-8621
Price
moderate
TastyPals score
Coming soon
Google rating
9.2 (213 reviews)
Cuisine
Japanese
Neighborhood
San Francisco

Frequently asked questions

What cuisine does Kuma on Valencia serve?

Kuma on Valencia is a Japanese restaurant located in San Francisco, San Francisco. Kuma on Valencia is the Mission District outpost of the Polk Street original, and the premise here is deceptively simple: a small, sushi-bar-forward room run by two lifelong friends, chefs Ryo and Cory, who build each day's menu around w…

What is Kuma on Valencia best for?

Kuma on Valencia is best for sushi, dinner, date night, japanese. Kuma on Valencia is an easy yes when you want somewhere that feels considered rather than fussy. Kuma's Chirashi and Zeitgeist Roll also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 9.2 rating across 213 Google reviews.

How much does it cost to eat at Kuma on Valencia?

Kuma on Valencia is in the moderate price range (moderate). Google rating: 9.2 from 213 reviews

What should I order at Kuma on Valencia?

Start with Kuma's Chirashi, Zeitgeist Roll and Local Tofu. These dishes are shown from TastyPals notes or restaurant data on this page.

Is Kuma on Valencia worth visiting?

Kuma on Valencia holds a 9.2 Google rating from 213 reviews. Kuma on Valencia is an easy yes when you want somewhere that feels considered rather than fussy. Kuma's Chirashi and Zeitgeist Roll also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 9.2 rating across 213 Google reviews.

Where is Kuma on Valencia located?

Kuma on Valencia is located at 198 Valencia St, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA. Directions are available via Google Maps.

Does Kuma on Valencia take reservations?

Yes, Kuma on Valencia accepts reservations. You can book a table online through their reservations page.

Is Kuma on Valencia good for a date night?

Yes — Kuma on Valencia is tagged for date night dining. Kuma on Valencia is an easy yes when you want somewhere that feels considered rather than fussy. Kuma's Chirashi and Zeitgeist Roll also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 9.2 rating across 213 Google reviews.

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