Kamu Sushi

SUPER FRESH SUSHI AT REASONABLE PRICE You can tell chef what price point you want to pay for Omakase and they will accommodate. For $50 I had nine types of fresh fish nigiri, sashimi salad, tuna tataki, smoked salmon sashimi, and ice cream dessert. CUTE JAPAN STYLE INTERIOR WITH SMALL SEATING AREA This place is not for large groups. Largest table probably could seat only 6 people. There is bar seating available. QUICK AND FRIENDLY SERVICE FROM SUSHI CHEF AND SERVER Sushi chef is also the owner; kind and accommodating SMOKEY SAKE SASHIMI (CEDAR SMOKE) With a small Himalayan salt slab Note: no ramen or udon

My husband and I visited Kamu Sushi after reading great reviews, and it exceeded our expectations. The food was incredibly fresh and delicious, and the care from our server, Helen, and the chefs made our experience special. We know the food is so fresh as we saw a chef go to buy more fresh fish from a nearby market. They offer omakase here too, we will definitely come back to experience this! Whether for a special occasion or just a delicious meal, I highly recommend Kamu Sushi. We'll definitely be bringing family and friends when we're in the San Francisco area!

I love this spot!!! Cheuk and Helen always make us feel so welcome. The space has great ambiance. So lucky to have them here in South San Francisco. We typically order rolls and nigiri. The fish has always been very fresh and they have never disappointed for the years we have been coming here. A must try!

A delightful experience all around! The service was impeccable--attentive without being overbearing, and the staff was knowledgeable about the menu. The sushi was fresh and perfectly prepared, with a great variety of rolls to choose from. I particularly loved the spicy tuna roll and the delicate sashimi. The ambiance was wonderful--sleek, stylish, and welcoming. The lighting was soft, and the mood was just right for a peaceful and enjoyable meal. I will definitely be coming back for more!

This spot has always been a favorite that's saved in my back pocket for quick and fresh nigiri. The service is quick and the staff are so personable. This place offers a chill ambiance where you can come in for a date night or a night out with friends. Definitely try their omakase if you get a chance, you won't be disappointed!

The sushi chef is one of a kind of creating a phenomenal experience, whether it be omakase, sushi rolls or appetizers, everything was really delicious and made with care. The have a "smoked" salmon over a salt block which I've only seen there and it's delicious. They are generous with the cuts which makes it even better. Overall, really enjoyed my time at Kamu and will definitely head back a couple times it's here for an early or late dinner after the normal rush.

11/10. The food was so good, I'm writing this review right after I took a bite. Oysters, baked rolls, curry chicken katsu, HAMACHI CEVICHE. Chefs kiss

I had the best time here catching up with friends. Kamu Sushi is quite limited in space, so we were super lucky to walk in and be seated immediately. The wooden interior felt very cozy and inviting... By the end of our meal we were already planning the next time we visit. My friends and I were blown away by everything we ate- and the friendly and attentive service from Cheuk and Helen topped it all off!! Thanks for making our late birthday celebration so fun & special! I do understand the comments saying how small the sushi is, but for this quality and variety, I ain't mad at all. Each bite kept me wanting more & more. Kamu Sushi also offers a BYO sushi roll, which I thought was really cool! For a party of three we went crazy and ordered a ton of rolls hahaha worth every penny, you've been warned. Chef Omakase Roll 5/5 - This was our first roll and we were off to a great start!! The omakase roll is unique to every table, I've never been to a place that offered this before! The salmon melted in our mouths and the yellow radish was refreshing. Deluxe Sashimi 5/5 - It's actually incredible how fast we demolished this platter considering how pretty it was. Every piece was fresh, nicely portioned and of great quality. Highly recommend!Porkbelly Skewer 4/5 - Helen recommended this so ofc we had to get it. It was yummy like everything we've tried at this point, and paired really well with our beer. Crunchy Blossom 4/5 - Flavor bomb! At first I wondered why the crunchies were in the middle and not on top of the sushi, then I realized that the roll was meant to look like a flower!! I love that :3Albacore Tataki 5/5 - The albacore was lightly seared and had a hint of truffle. I wasn't expecting too much bc it didn't look ~saucy~ but I was pleasantly surprised. I also loved the arugula under each piece! Wagyu on Fire 4/5 - Kamu can def do surf and turf. We devoured this plate so fast. Fried calamari 3.5/5 - Thank you chef for this palate cleanse!! Ate and left no crumbs. Chowder roll 5/5 - Chowder + sushi.. Who woulda thought. I like chowder and I like sushi so why not. It was bomb.Volcano roll 5/5 - Usually I'm not a fan of fried rolls, but this was actually delicious. The snow crab on top was also chefs kiss. Ty for the rec Helen :) Toro nigiri 6/5 - Our stomachs were at 97% at this point. Cheuk said have some more. This was the best way to end our meal omg I'm still thinking about this toro. Matcha creme brûlée 5/5 - Yk its a good brûlée when you fail to break the sugar top twice. Swear I wanted to lick the bowl. At this point we already decided on a date to come back.

Kamu Sushi is a small restaurant, but nice option of sushi located in Grand Avenue. There's a paid parking lot next to the shop also so it is convenient. Kamu has been located here for about a decade now and in my most recent experience I thought it was pretty solid. Cozy ambiance and the service was good plus it's not usually that busy on the weekdays. I got to try their Hamachi Belly and that was very fresh and melted in your mouth. Only downside is that it is pretty small, but the quality was still impressive. The Rainbow Roll ($15) was the only item that I felt could've been a little better because the imitation crab as the filling tasted a little bland, but the sashimi such as the salmon, tuna, and the hamachi that you find standard in a rainbow did the heavy lifting.What surprised me though was how good their fried items were though. My table ordered the Tonkatsu ($15) and Pearl Tempura ($11). The Tonkatsu with pork wasn't the biggest portion and you would think pigs were an endangered species with the amount that is served, but wow that was arguably the tastiest pork tonkatsu I've had in a while. Most places the pork tends to be on the dryer side, but the pork here was so moist and tender while also having the crispiest fried batter on the outside. It was very well done and the Tempura was just as good. It was interesting how they also used taro as tempura also. I thought Kamu was a pretty good experience overall. I would say it is probably the best sushi option that you can get in downtown South SF. The portions aren't the biggest, but its a comfortable environment and the service is good. You can tell they care about the quality of each ingredient especially for their sushi.

10/10. Helen is the best!!!! We did the omakase experience and it's a must have. Huge fans