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Osakaya - Reviews

1737 Post St, 95115 San Francisco
All reviews at a glance
410

Reviews

51.2%

Satisfaction

151

negative

49

neutral

210

positive

What people say about Osakaya

Price per Person
  • $31–$40
Visit Type
  • Quick Meal
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Wait Time
  • Moderate (16–30 min.)
Noise Level
  • Loud
Cage L.
Review date: 09/27/2025
3
Overpriced food with hidden charges
My experience at this restaurant was disappointing due to the average food and overpriced nature of the meal. They automatically added an 18% tip without clear communication, and when we inquired about adding noodles, we were told it was okay but not informed about an extra charge. The bill was unclear, and the pre-added tip was only discovered upon payment, leading to a lack of transparency.
  • food5
  • price3
  • tip2
  • extra charge3
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Quick Meal
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
michael S.
Review date: 09/11/2025
7
Good Sushi, Okay Katsu
My experience at this restaurant offered good sushi and katsu at a reasonable price, especially for the lunch special. The sushi was very flavorful and fresh. However, the katsu was slightly overcooked. The wait staff seemed a little rough around the edges. The atmosphere was great, and the food was generally good.
  • sushi9
  • lunch special8
  • atmosphere10
  • katsu4
  • wait staff4
Visit Type
  • Casual Outing
Group Type
  • Friends
Group Size
  • Couple
Service Type
  • Dine-in
hamkun
Review date: 09/08/2025
1
Health Hazard: Rat in Kitchen!
My experience at this restaurant was extremely negative. While I initially enjoyed my food, the situation quickly deteriorated. We were served dirty plates, and my friend found the alcohol to be bitter, which is unusual. The atmosphere was very dirty. The worst part was discovering a rat in the kitchen, on the floor. The staff saw it and did nothing, which is a serious health code violation. I have reported this incident and am awaiting a response. I strongly advise against going here unless you want to encounter rodents.
  • dirty plates1
  • alcohol2
  • atmosphere1
Visit Type
  • Casual Outing
Group Type
  • Family
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Jenniffer R.
Review date: 08/19/2025
2
Disappointing Service and Bland Food
I visited this restaurant based on a friend's recommendation. Unfortunately, the food we ordered was bland. The service also left much to be desired; when my sister requested a to-go box, the waitress threw it and the bag onto the sushi, making them dirty. This felt quite rude. I've lived in San Francisco for over 7 years and have dined at many restaurants, but this was the first time a restaurant automatically added a 16. 02 tip. While other establishments allow customers to choose their tip amount, this place automatically charged 18%. Although they might justify adding their tip to the check, I found it to be a bit high considering the level of customer service we received.
  • food2
  • customer service2
  • to go box2
Price per Person
  • $41–$50
Visit Type
  • Casual Outing
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Jason C.
Review date: 08/12/2025
2
Disappointing Experience with Added Gratuity
I recently dined here after a long absence and was quite surprised when the check arrived. An 18% gratuity was already added to the total. When I inquired, my server stated it was a POS system setting, but I believe this was a decision made by the owner/manager. Regarding the food, the teriyaki beef was made from low quality beef, and the food temperature was not up to par upon serving. I have no reason to return.
  • teriyaki beef2
  • low quality beef1
  • food temperature3
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Group Size
  • Solo
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Angel C.
Review date: 08/09/2025
9
Authentic Japanese Food at a Great Price
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! I enjoyed the lunch special tonkatsu with a Unagi bowl side. The food was authentic Japanese and the price was very competitive and fair. I had a great experience with the food and service.
  • authentic Japanese food9
  • competitive fair price9
  • lunch special tonkatsu9
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Quick Meal
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Noise Level
  • Quiet
Nico
Review date: 07/24/2025
9
Delicious Lunch with Generous Portions
My experience at this restaurant was great for lunch! :) The oyakodon was a big portion and delicious. The yakiniku was so yummy, and the unagi was so fatty and good.
  • oyakodon9
  • yakiniku9
  • unagi9
Visit Type
  • Casual Outing
Group Type
  • Couple
Group Size
  • Couple
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Allen P.
Review date: 07/18/2025
2
Automatic Gratuity and Poor Food Quality
My experience at this restaurant was disappointing. A 18% gratuity was automatically added to our bill for a party of two, which felt like a mediocre business practice. Furthermore, the food quality was low.
  • gratuity2
  • business practice2
  • food quality2
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Casual Outing
Group Type
  • Friends
Group Size
  • Small Group
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Wait Time
  • Short (6–15 min.)
Alexis K.
Review date: 07/08/2025
5
Expensive Food, Average Service, Good Vibe
My experience at this restaurant was a mixed bag. The food was just okay, nothing particularly special, and I found it to be quite expensive for what it offered. The service was average, not outstanding but not terrible either. However, the vibe of the place was definitely there, contributing positively to the atmosphere.
  • food5
  • service5
  • vibe7
  • expensive3
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Group Size
  • Solo
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Noise Level
  • Moderate
Michael C. (. C.
Review date: 06/04/2025
9
Excellent Ramen and Service
Visiting from the east coast, I'm accustomed to high-quality Japanese food made from the best ingredients. This restaurant truly measures up. The staff greeted me with a smile and a polite welcome, and they were very nice folks. I ordered the tonkotsu ramen, which arrived quickly. The chashu was tender and delicious, and the broth was flavorful without being too salty – a very nice balance. The toppings, including green onion, bean sprouts, and a touch of pickled ginger, were selected to complement each other well. I also noted corn kernels, which added sweetness and texture, though I'm not used to them in ramen. The ramen eggs were cooked a bit more than I prefer, but they were still seasoned well. I should have ordered extra chashu, but that was my oversight. The portions served are standard. I also ordered a chicken katsu with curry and rice to go, which I expect will be delicious. Overall, a very positive experience with excellent food and great service.
  • tonkotsu ramen9
  • chashu9
  • broth8

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