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Blowfish Sushi to Die For - SF
Blowfish Sushi is an eclectic sushi bar and restaurant that serves both modern and traditional sushi, and sashimi, as well as salads, cooked appetizers and special desserts. The menu style is Asian Fusion and emphasizes clean, pure healthy foods. We have an extensive list of imported sakes and our own original line of sake cocktails.
Our upbeat and unforgettable atmosphere is one of a kind, creating an atmosphere of excitement. Our restaurant and sound system have been specially created to give the impression of "feeling the sound" while allowing conversation to be acoustically transparent.
We continuously show Japanese animation films for your viewing pleasure. Colorful original production cells, used in the making of various Anime feature films, decorate the walls. These cartoon images are considered an art form in Japan and are extremely popular in many countries. Come Eat to the Beat! Blowfish Sushi To Die For.
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76 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 76 reviews
5 stars
(29)
4 stars
(30)
3 stars
(12)
2 stars
(4)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(45)
- neighborhood gem(38)
- hot spot(29)
- vibrant bar scene(24)
- special occasion(20)
- good for groups(16)
Blowfish Sushi to Die For - SF Reviews List
Review 1 for Blowfish Sushi to Die For - SF
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Something has changed
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Service was poor and the food coming out of the kitchen was lack luster. Sushi was good, but there has definitely been a marked change. It's not the place that it used to be, time for me to find a new spot...."
Dined on 5/11/2013
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Review 2 for Blowfish Sushi to Die For - SF
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Amazing sushi!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We sat outside on the street. It was very quiet and a perfectly warm sunny evening. The drinks were very good as was the service. The sushi is amazing! Loved the poke, uni, everything! It's a bit pricey but well worth it. We'll be back again for sure."
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 3 for Blowfish Sushi to Die For - SF
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Thouroughly enjoyed my lunch.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Thouroughly enjoyed my lunch. I had a reservation for 2 and my guest couldn't make it, the staff were understanding and when I said I would sit at the bar they said no, take the table,even though it was busy. They were very welcoming. Delicious food and beautiful restaurant."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 4 for Blowfish Sushi to Die For - SF
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service from the hostess was
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Service from the hostess was not good. First, she forgot who we were five minutes after she had already spoken to us (there was no one else waiting). Then, we waited so long that the DJ finally asked if anyone was helping us. Then, to add insult to injury, we got a notice from Open Table that we failed to show up for our reservation."
Dined on 04/03/2013
2008
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Review 5 for Blowfish Sushi to Die For - SF
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Delicious foodWill definitely
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Delicious foodWill definitely be back!!!!"
Dined on 04/08/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 6 for Blowfish Sushi to Die For - SF
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I Asked Him Out To Ball!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"When I was at the Blowfish, I made a special request for the waiters to write a message in chocolate on a dessert I ordered to ask my friend out to ball. When the plate arrived just like how I imagined it, the deal was sealed! I love the blowfish for that. Thank you guys so much. You made the night AWESOME, memorable, and I am DEFINITELY coming back!"
Dined on 04/07/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, late-night find, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 7 for Blowfish Sushi to Die For - SF
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
eating and eating more!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Delicious and fresh sushi that we all enjoyed and ordered in abundant amounts!"
Dined on 04/06/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 8 for Blowfish Sushi to Die For - SF
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
The food is truly bad, if
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food is truly bad, if you really appreciate and know quality Japanese food and sushi. Eel was very dry, way too much sauces on the rolls. Not a place for sushi lovers. But a good vibrant and hip scene."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, hot spot
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Review 9 for Blowfish Sushi to Die For - SF
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
5 stars
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Had such a good time at Blow Fish Sushi. picked it randomly for my friends birthday and we all thought the sushi was amazing, the ambianc me very cool, and loud music to jam too. I will definitely be going back. I highly recommend it."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 10 for Blowfish Sushi to Die For - SF
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food is good, if not a
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food is good, if not a bit expensive; and the staff is friendly, although sometimes, service can be slow. There are enough regulars - and the staff knows some of them by name - that make this SF location of a mini-chain feel like it's part of the neighborhood."
Dined on 03/26/2013
2004
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 11 for Blowfish Sushi to Die For - SF
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Only possible "glitch" was
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Only possible "glitch" was the sushi was very slow to come out b/c the chefs were slammed. The waitress was exceptional though."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 12 for Blowfish Sushi to Die For - SF
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Marvelous, creative Japanese
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Marvelous, creative Japanese food. The fish and avocado tower was absolutely delicious. The sashimi presentation was spectacular and the offerings also delicious. My husband's meal was also delicious and beautifully presented. This casual place is just wonderful."
Dined on 03/21/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 13 for Blowfish Sushi to Die For - SF
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I am so happy to live 1 block
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I am so happy to live 1 block away from Blowfish and recently took advantage by getting take out lunch from there. Delicious! Inventive rolls as well as more traditional stuff. Their garlic edamame are my absolute favourite along with the pyramid of tartar."
Dined on 01/28/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 14 for Blowfish Sushi to Die For - SF
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Inventive and Delicious
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Inventive dishes without being self-conscious.
Friendly and helpful wait staff who really want you to enjoy your food.
My new favorite sushi in SF.
Only negative: could do without the driving base-beat of the boring techno-music."
Friendly and helpful wait staff who really want you to enjoy your food.
My new favorite sushi in SF.
Only negative: could do without the driving base-beat of the boring techno-music."
Dined on 02/18/2013
2000
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 15 for Blowfish Sushi to Die For - SF
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Nothing to die for
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
"My husband had wanted to try the restaurant for years so decided to surprise him. Honestly the food was really mediocre. I ordered a chirashi bowl and some of the pieces were clearly scraps of fish rather than prime cuts. Also ordered a sashimi plate and it arrived with dry ice smoke which the kids loved but I would have skipped the special effects show for more decent cuts of fish. I don't mind paying for good sushi but the quality and quantity was so so and paltry. I would much rather go to Ozumo or One Sushi. Food service was very slow but the wait staff was good. Not enough to bring us back."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2008
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Review 16 for Blowfish Sushi to Die For - SF
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The server and the food were
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The server and the food were amazingly good! I would definitely recommended Blowfish to any sushi lovers! It did however take a little too long to get our table even though we had a reservation. The great food and waitress made up for it."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2007
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Review 17 for Blowfish Sushi to Die For - SF
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The quality and freshness
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The quality and freshness of the food is immediately noticeable. The presentation is beautiful and elegant. The dj spinning sounds is a nice touch and the music is not loud enough to prevent normal conversation. This is a great place to either hang at the bar or have a more formal dinner. If you like sushi this is a must on your bucket list."
Dined on 02/17/2013
2003
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 18 for Blowfish Sushi to Die For - SF
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always love it
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Always amazing, try the beauty. It is squid ink dyed rice, with tempura scallop and other favorites like crab. Also try the halibut carpaccio with truffle oil...
Sometimes the music can be a tad too loud if you want to talk but the folks who work there are great and they'll turn it down.."
Dined on 01/27/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 19 for Blowfish Sushi to Die For - SF
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
This aging sushi restaurant
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This aging sushi restaurant was a huge disappointment. I have enjoyed it for lunch before but dinner was abysmal. Food was still pretty good but with horribly unprofessional service."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2011
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Review 20 for Blowfish Sushi to Die For - SF
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Tasty, but too expensive.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Overpriced what for what you get, but still a very "cool" restaurant. If you were taking out clients and could expense it that would be perfect or for a 2nd or 3rd date if you like the person. Otherwise overpriced, despite having awesome sushi."
Dined on 01/24/2013
2007
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Review 21 for Blowfish Sushi to Die For - SF
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Great sushi with a DJ spinning
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great sushi with a DJ spinning every night!"
Dined on 01/28/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 22 for Blowfish Sushi to Die For - SF
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Would give 10 stars if I was able!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"OMG the name says it all!! Blowfish Sushi to Die For is... AMAZING!! The sushi menu was awesome and fish fresh. The dessert menu...could not believe a Japanese restaurant had such delicious dessert!! Would DEFINITELY go back!!"
Dined on 01/26/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Blowfish Sushi to Die For - SF
Based on the average of (54) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
7 out of 7 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic