Flying Ninja

Had a great time here with a group of friends. Food was great, service was welcoming and kind, and the outdoor seating was very cozy. Will definitely be back.

A Disappointing Experience at Flying NinjaWe had walked by Flying Ninja many times over the last few months and always wanted to try it. Finally, we got the chance to do a takeout. I stopped by the menu outside for a glance and was pleasantly welcomed by the lady and gentleman working there. The menu looked very inviting. I decided on a Sherek Roll and their Salmon Special, which came with a few pieces of nigiri, sashimi, and something else I do not recall.I had read the reviews, and I was hoping for a pleasant experience, but we were disappointed. The fish did not taste fresh at all, and we did not finish either dish because it just did not feel right. As mentioned above, I had read other fellow Yelpers' reviews and ratings, so I am guessing Flying Ninja had a bad day on that date. As for the environment, the outside seating area looked fine, but when I walked in, the tables and the counter were a bit messy, so if we were to eat there, I would not sit inside.I am giving them a three-star rating instead of two to account for the possibility that this was one of those bad-timing situations, and things are usually much better.

Was excited to see a sushi restaurant right next to our hotel! Loved how it is located in such a busy area! Right when you walk into the patio the owner/sushi chef greets you with a hello! I love the authentic feel of the restaurant. Bento box came with a lot of food, especially for lunch! Husband ordered the golden gate roll and enjoyed his Choice as well! As we were leaving the chef/owner tells us bye with big smiles

Flying Ninja is located in a busy area but it didn't feel overly crowded. I ate here the last two times I visited San Francisco. I hadn't been back after the pandemic until this trip. I was pleased to see it was still open and thriving. The sushi chef is always so friendly. He greets guests as they walk in with a smile from ear to ear. It's an authentic welcome!I enjoy chicken teriyaki with miso soup. It was delicious. We also ordered sushi to see if still tasted as fresh as the last time. It was right on point. Flying Ninja is an authentic Japanese eatery with quality food for a good price. They offer daily specials with good friendly service. The outside dining area is a nice choice for a table if available.

The place is beautiful from the outside and it is very warm and welcoming. I was expecting this place to be more of a fun atmosphere sort to say. Do not get me wrong, the service from the lady was good, she was super sweet.The food was nothing out of the world. I have tried better sushi' and my boyfriend has also tried better ones and he is the sushi expert here.We got the "Ghirardelli Roll", "Stuffed Jalapeños", and the "Yakisoba Noodles". The stuffed jalapeño with cream cheese was definitely the star of the our restaurant experience. Although it came with only 4 slices, the slices were delicious and would order them again. Going into the sushi roll, I have nothing much to say. I am sure there were better sushi rolls on their menu but that one was recommended by the waiter herself. Lastly, the. noodles were alright. We added beef to ours and it only had like 6 pieces scrambled around. In the end, I believe anyone might enjoy this restaurant but this is probably a restaurant we would not go back to. Lovely service but the food was alright.

Low quality pics, high quality food (and service)! This gem is right in the heart of Fisherman's Wharf and made for a perfect dinner on a warm SF evening. The outdoor setup was decked out in twinkly lights and brought a nice ambiance to compliment the delicious food! We got to try a few rolls, including the Flying Ninja, the sashimi combo, calamari, gyoza, and the fried tofu (which was a highlight). Also had the privilege of trying the gyudon-style bbq beef with rice which was very tasty. The sashimi was buttery fresh and I loved the unique roll combinations.The owners were so friendly and kept bringing us food and drinks! Will hopefully be coming back soon.

Great restaurant in all aspects:- service is great, very friendly Japanese hospitality - sushi rolls were all great. Shrek roll is a must - outside seating is cozy and there are outdoor heaters

The server was so nice! We went on a Tuesday night so it wasn't packed. Service was fast and we liked the food. We ate too fast forgot to take pictures haha

I will be back to have another bento box sometime soon. The Alaska roll with salmon and avocado was on point. But, I will skip the beef bulgogi next time. It was just ok. Not the best I've had. The miso soup and green salad were both very good. I also enjoyed the comfortable, fun atmosphere in the outside dining area was and waitress was very nice.

Amazing fresh fish. Had hamachi sashimi that was fantastic! Had the Ghirardelli roll and rainbow roll which were both wonderful. If I had one suggestion it would be to cut the rolls into smaller pieces. Service was very friendly and efficient. Would highly recommend. We were pleasantly surprised as it is in a touristy location.