PABU Izakaya | Authentic Japanese Cuisine In San Francisco

RESERVATIONS

101 California St. San Francisco, CA 94111

Hours

415.535.0184

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Elevate your next gathering in one of our private dining rooms, patio, bar or a full buyout.

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Join Us For Lunch

PABU is open for lunch from Tuesday through Friday from 11AM to 2PM.

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Don't Miss Happy Hour

Available every Monday through Saturday from 4PM to 5:30PM at the bar.

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Our Menu

Located in the heart of San Francisco’s Financial District, PABU Izakaya’s allure derives from its old-world Japanese charm infused with urban sophistication. Founded by Chefs Michael Mina and the late Ken Tominaga, of the famed Hana Japanese Restaurant in Sonoma County, PABU brings forth a modern take on traditional izakaya-style dining.

With both indoor and outdoor seating available – PABU Izakaya is a destination for world-class sashimi, sushi, grilled meats from the robata and seasonal cocktails, in addition to an extensive sake menu.

Our Menu

PABU offers the finest locally and globally sourced jet-fresh seafood flown in daily from Japan’s famed Toyosu Market accented by its signature selection of A5 Japanese Wagyu. 

Christmas Eve At PABU

Celebrate Christmas Eve at PABU Izakaya in San Francisco with a menu that blends traditional Japanese flavors and festive flair. Indulge in exquisite sashimi presentations, featuring selections like chu-toro and sake-toro, available in small and large options. Enhance your evening with luxurious additions like Burgundy black truffles or a tableside caviar experience. Special holiday creations include the Holiday Spice-y Roll, a delightful mix of lobster, shrimp tempura, and spicy mayo, and the Kombu-Aged American Wagyu New York, paired with kabocha puree and PABU’s signature steak sauce. Make your holiday unforgettable with an elevated dining experience.

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New Year's Eve Celebrations

Omakase Experience
Celebrate the New Year with a luxurious five-course menu of Japanese-inspired delicacies, from family-style starters to indulgent mains like the PABU Surf & Turf with American Wagyu and botan ebi. Paired with signature cocktails, rare sake, and a decadent Persimmon Panna Cotta for dessert, this $150 food and $80 beverage offering promises a sophisticated start to 2025—reserve your table now!

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Late-Night Party
Stay or come late to dance the night away with a live DJ and our signature hand-crafted cocktails. As the clock strikes midnight, toast to 2025 with our favorite sake. Gather your friends, dress to impress, and join us for a night packed with fun, flavor, and fabulous memories.

Tickets are limited and will sell out quickly! Get yours in advance to guarantee entry.

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Private Dining & Events

PABU can accommodate your party, large or small and can host special events for either lunch or dinner and is available to reserve in its entirety.

Our Event Manager will assist in seamlessly planning your special event. PABU’s intimate and exquisite private dining room is the ideal venue for small business dinners and festive events. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or hosting a private dinner, PABU’s team of award-winning chefs will create the perfect menu of authentic Japanese dishes to suit your event. Small plates featuring fresh, local ingredients, sushi and sashimi from the world’s best fisheries, and robata grilled to perfection will elevate your affair and delight your guests.

PABU is also available for a full restaurant buyout. For more information please click on the event inquiry tab below.

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Pickup & Delivery

Enjoy your favorite PABU Izakaya dishes from the comfort of home or at your next business event, with pickup, delivery and catering.

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Happy Hour

Join us every Monday through Saturday from 4PM to 5:30PM for PABU’s Happy Hour.

Enjoy special pricing on some of our most popular cocktails including the Suntory Highball and Old Fashioned. Also enjoy delicious bites like our Panko-Fried Shrimp, Chicken ‘Karaage’ Nuggets, or sushi options like our Spicy Hand Roll and Negihama Hand Roll.

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“You’re bound to be presented with things you may not find anywhere else” – SFist

“One of the best izakaya and sushi restaurants in the world” – JustLuxe

“The Best Sushi Restaurants in San Francisco” – Thrillist

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