# Pabu

> Pabu — Sushi restaurants in San Francisco, CA.

## Key facts
- **URL**: https://frankiapp.com/business/pabu-31722
- **Type**: Restaurants
- **Cuisine**: Sushi
- **Location**: San Francisco, CA
- **Address**: 101 California St, San Francisco, CA 94111, US
- **Phone**: 14156687228
- **Website**: https://pabuizakaya.com
- **Coordinates**: 37.792896, -122.398052
- **Claimed**: unclaimed

## About
Pabu is a Japanese izakaya and sushi restaurant located at 101 California St in San Francisco's Financial District. The space is noted for its attractive interior and elevated atmosphere, suited to date nights, group hangouts, and celebrations alike. Reviewers consistently praise the fresh seafood and standout dishes like the miso black cod, alongside a strong cocktail and sake program. The restaurant draws both weekday lunch crowds and evening diners, with a particularly popular happy hour. The warm, upscale feel makes it a go-to for anyone seeking a polished Japanese dining experience in the city.

## Hours
- Monday: 11:30am - 2pm, 5:30pm - 10pm
- Tuesday: 11:30am - 2pm, 5:30pm - 10pm
- Wednesday: 11:30am - 2pm, 5:30pm - 10pm
- Thursday: 11:30am - 2pm, 5:30pm - 10pm
- Friday: 11:30am - 2pm, 5:30pm - 10:30pm
- Saturday: 5:30pm - 10:30pm
- Sunday: 5:30pm - 10pm

## Highlights
- **Fresh seafood focus** — Guests rave about the quality and freshness of the nigiri and seafood dishes.
- **Sake and cocktails** — A curated sake selection and creative cocktails round out every meal here.
- **Miso black cod** — The miso black cod is a crowd favorite and one of Pabu's most praised dishes.
- **Stylish izakaya setting** — The interior is elegant and inviting, perfect for date nights or celebrations.

## FAQ
### Where is Pabu located?
Pabu is located at 101 California St, San Francisco, CA 94111, conveniently close to BART.

### What are Pabu's hours?
Pabu is open Monday through Friday for lunch from 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM. Dinner hours are Monday through Thursday 5:30 PM to 10:00 PM, Friday and Saturday 5:30 PM to 10:30 PM, and Sunday 5:30 PM to 10:00 PM. Saturday lunch service is not offered.

### What type of food does Pabu serve?
Pabu is a Japanese izakaya and sushi restaurant with a focus on fresh seafood. Standout dishes include the miso black cod and a strong selection of nigiri. The menu also features a curated range of sake and creative cocktails to pair with your meal. You can explore the full menu at pabuizakaya.com.

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### What are popular dishes at Pabu?
The miso black cod is one of the most praised dishes, frequently called out by reviewers as excellent. Nigiri is also a highlight, with diners pointing to the freshness and quality of the seafood. The wagyu and sake pairings also receive strong praise from guests.

### Does Pabu have a happy hour?
Yes, Pabu offers a happy hour that multiple reviewers highlight as one of the best reasons to visit. It is a great opportunity to sample the food and drinks at a more accessible price point.

### Is Pabu good for special occasions?
Pabu works well for a wide range of occasions, including date nights, girls nights out, group hangouts, and celebrations. The polished izakaya setting and attentive service create a festive and upscale atmosphere suited to memorable evenings.

### How can I contact Pabu?
You can reach Pabu by phone at (415) 668-7228. To browse the menu or learn more before your visit, head to pabuizakaya.com.

## Reviews
### sarah_eats — 5.0/5 · Jul 21, 2025
Cute interior and great fresh seafood — perfect for happy hour or date night!

### user_ce54f1 — 4.3/5 · Dec 16, 2025
Some unique items but overpriced. Good, not great.

### user_be1558 — 5.0/5 · Feb 12, 2026
Miso black cod is excellent

### andreweatsinsf — 5.0/5 · Oct 29, 2022
Dinner event

### psills — 3.3/5 · Jan 11, 2025
sake paring, nigiri, waygu A+++++, unfortunately the rest of the omakaze was okay. scallop way over cooked. service A++++++

I'd suggesting skipping the omakaze and just going a la carte with lots of nigiri!

### eatwithjohn — 5.0/5 · Dec 5, 2025
Great place for happy hour!

### chefingdamon — 5.0/5 · Dec 5, 2025
Hello, those that don’t know me, my name is Damon. I am chef and micro food reviewer. This nice and beautiful spot is not too far from Bart. Great for date night, group hangouts, wedding parties and more. Food really great and felt like you at a fancy restaurant. Great cocktails. I will recommend to get that Yuuki or the Makoto as cocktail and great wine selection as well. Please come check it out