Corie L.
11/19/2025
Had a fun time eating here. Their menu has a lot of items and their staff was very helpful. They suggested the tasting menu so we could taste a good number of things. The price was worth it....
Rintaro
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82 14th St
San Francisco, CA 94103
Rintaro is a Japanese Izakaya restaurant in San Francisco, CA, offering a unique blend of traditional Japanese cuisine with a California twist. Owned and operated by Sylvan Mishima Brackett, Rintaro is known for its grilled pasture-raised chicken, hand-rolled udon, and homemade tofu, pickles, and umeshu. The restaurant's rustic interior, built by Sylvan's father using traditional carpentry techniques, adds to the authentic Japanese dining experience.
Since its opening in 2015, Rintaro has gained recognition as one of the top new restaurants in the city, receiving a Michelin recommendation and coverage from various media outlets such as The New York Times and Wall Street Journal. With its focus on quality ingredients and meticulous preparation methods, Rintaro offers a memorable dining experience that combines the best of Japanese and Californian flavors.
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4.01,130 reviews
Joanna M.
11/18/2025
Came on a Tuesday night for our anniversary. Very busy but we had reservations. The ambiance is great. Feels very warm and welcoming but high energy. The food was overall was good. Sashimi was...
Amy L.
11/10/2025
Highly recommend rintaro and would say overall it is NOT overrated! Food: Negima (fave) - Chicken + onion skewer grilled to perfection. Juicy, smoky, and full of flavor. The sauce was delicious...
Linda Y.
11/8/2025
Came here on a double date and had a lot of fun trying different dishes! We made a reservation in advance for 7:30 on a weekday, which was very much needed since it was packed inside. The ambiance...
Joyce L.
11/8/2025
Delicious! I thought the set menu was a good sampler of everything. But for next time, I'll know better of what to pick & choose. - Sashimi plate was pretty average - would skip on this next...
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