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Kitaro Japanese Restaurant
$ · Japanese, Sushi

5723 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94121 (415) 386-2777
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Best Business Lunch Japanese in Outer Richmond Best Date Night Sushi in Outer Richmond

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Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Master Critic Review

Kitaro Japanese Restaurant 8.2
Richmond District
Vibes: Business Lunch Power Players Quick Bites Champions Group Dining Gatherings Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Long-running Geary Boulevard standby turning out generous classic rolls and combo lunches with quick pacing. Reliable service and ample seating make it a practical, low-friction client or team lunch.
Must-Try Dishes: Lion King roll, Rainbow roll, Sushi/sashimi combo
Scores:
Value: 8.5 Service: 8.2 Consistency: 8.3 Food Quality: 8.4 Atmosphere: 7.2 Cultural Relevance: 8
What makes it special: Speedy, big-portion sushi with dependable lunch execution.
Who should go: Teams needing fast, familiar sushi
When to visit: 11:30–1:00 for best rotation and seating
What to order: Lion King, rainbow roll, lunch sushi combo
Insider tip: Ask for window tables along Geary for quieter conversation.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking along Geary and side streets; metered spots turnover regularly before 2pm, but expect light competition during peak lunch hours.
Dress code: Casual or business casual—comfortable for midday client lunches; no formal attire needed.
Noise level: Moderate during lunch rush but still easy for conversation; quieter at off-peak hours after 1:30pm.
Weekend wait: Typically a short 10–20 minute wait due to quick table turnover.
Weekday lunch: No wait before noon; brief 5–10 minute waits at peak 12:00–12:45pm.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes – several veggie rolls and tempura options on both lunch and dinner menus.
Vegan options: Limited – avocado and cucumber rolls plus edamame, but sauces may contain fish stock.
Gluten-free options: Partially – sushi and sashimi are fine, but soy sauce and tempura are not; BYO gluten-free soy sauce recommended.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Better suited for casual or working lunches rather than romantic dates—efficient and comfortable, but lacks intimate ambience.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes – walk-ins are standard at lunch; the room moves fast with high turnover. Reservations are rarely necessary for weekday visits.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes – staff are patient and the menu has approachable items for kids like teriyaki chicken and California rolls; best before 6pm.
Best For
Better for: Consistent lunch pacing and value—ideal for teams that want reliable sushi without long waits or high prices.
Skip if: You’re looking for premium omakase, high-end ambiance, or creative chef specials—head to Shoshin or Wako instead.

Hours

MondayClosed
Tuesday11:30am - 8:15pm
Wednesday11:30am - 8:15pm
Thursday11:30am - 8:15pm
Friday11:30am - 8:45pm
Saturday11:30am - 8:45pm
Sunday11:30am - 8:15pm