San Francisco, US · $$ · casual
Rintaro's intimate atmosphere and expertly crafted izakaya dishes, such as its signature silken tofu, consistently impress critics.
Rintaro — SF Chronicle Top 100 Restaurants 2026
“San Francisco We are in an era of flavormaxxing, of restaurants that push the limits of salt, fat, acid and heat. And while that is a carnal pleasure, sometimes one wants … less. When what you crave is izakaya fare, simply and masterfully prepared, sink into a cushion of Rintaro’s silken tofu or a round of daikon…”Read original →
Rintaro — The 38 Best Restaurants in San Francisco
“The Mission District’s top izakaya is sunken from the sidewalk. It’s wood-paneled, an intimate window into the kitchen plain for anyone in the restaurant to see, not just for those seated at the hinoki cedar bar. It would be a mistake to say it’s a “hidden gem” or any kind of secret, though. Kyoto-born and Northern…”Read original →
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