There are two different levels of sushi spots.

Level 1: Robin.

Level 2: All other sushi spots.



Perhaps you’ve been able to surmise which level we’ll be discussing today...



Robin is now taking reservations for a Thursday opening in Hayes Valley. Robin is two years in the making
and being brought to you by a chef with an Akiko and 1760 pedigree who spent four years training under a
master sushi chef.
Robin looks like this.



You and your date will enter and immediately notice that the place quite literally drips gold. The walls are
decorated with rose gold resin that’s been dripped down for dramatic effect.



Settle in at the coral tile-backed bar for some omikase magic, or head to a table and go the a la carte
route. The menu has
five sections: “Lean Fish” like starry flounder with Meyer lemon and blood orange kosho, “Fatty
Fish,” “Not Fish” (think Wagyu steak with foie snow), “Dishes” like sesame noodles with Japanese
chimichurri, and “Hand Rolls.” Nothing named Godzilla or Dynamite, we promise.



Oh, and since you asked, they’ve also got an extensive sake selection curated by an actual sake
sommelier.



Please hold your applause until the dining experience has concluded.