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Welcome to KAIYŌ Cow Hollow

KAIYŌ Cow Hollow is a unique fusion restaurant in San Francisco blending Peruvian and Japanese cuisines. Known for its upscale, trendy ambiance and creative cocktails, KAIYŌ offers a variety of pescatarian and vegan options. Customers rave about the high-quality dishes, such as the vegan scallop and innovative sushi rolls like the Always Sunny and Kabocha. While some find the prices slightly steep, the flavorful dishes and friendly service make KAIYŌ a must-visit for those looking for a culinary adventure. Don't miss the chance to explore the Nikkei experience at KAIYŌ Cow Hollow.

KAIYŌ Cow Hollow: Reviews & Ratings

Shay M.
Shay M.

It's one of those higher end fusion japanese places and so not my usual dinner choice but definitely a good treat. The scallops were delicious, tender and light. it had a nice bite to it and the whole dish was pretty acidic and tangy. The nigiri was also high quality and seemed fresh. I sat at the bar and service was pretty standard. The ambiance is moody lighting and good talking volume.

Heather N.
Heather N.

The restaurant vibe was one of those with barely any lighting which wasn't a problem for me until the table next to me started accidentally flashing me with their phone's flash light in order to see the menu. The servers were all very nice and constantly checked up on the table. Order: Vegan scallop $16.00 -this was soooo good, the sauce and the "scallop" ( probably mushroom) were addicting. I just wish there was more Always sunny roll $20.00 Well seasoned, no soy sauce really needed, great for salmon super lovers Kabocha roll $16.00 I was surprised that it was made with pumpkin. It tasted so good it was well seasoned. It felt light and healthy and I definitely wanted another one or at least to try another vegetarian dish since this one was so delicious and creative. All the food was really good but the price did hurt the wallet a bit.

Bob C.
Bob C.

Really cool spot in San Francisco. Have a couple locations and I heard their rooftop location is awesome. But this spot is cool too. We had the Dragaon, Rainbow and PAC Heights Rolls for apps as well as the Veggie Gyoza. All were amazing especially the Gyoza. Had the Braised Short Rib for my main which was fall off the bone amazing. Service was super friendly, a bit slow but super nice. Reason I didn't give it 5 is because when. I see the word Peruvian, I'm expecting more Peruvian. I know it's a fusion but Peruvian is one of my favorite cuisines so I just had more traditional Peruvian takes. But a really good spot and I'll for sure go back.

Pauline N.
Pauline N.

Came here on a Friday night with no reservation and luckily we got a seat outside. This was my first time at Kaiyo and everything was amazing. We had two roles that were so good. One had unit on top with coconut rice I believe. Very delicious. We also had the Kaiyo roll. The jalepeno gave it a nice kick to everything. The drinks here are amazing. I think you can go wrong with anything on their menu!

Sora M.
Sora M.

Small but cute vibes, food was good but I expected better. The Lima roll was excellent, large portion for a roll - I would return to have that again. I also got chicken karaage which was really disappointing bc it was too salty so I can't recommend that, and it's a dish most restaurants do well. I tried some ceviche which was mid and then tried the limited torched sake toro nigiri which had a mango puree on top. The nigiri was ok, I actually didn't really like the purée with it but I thought I would have. I think that was just a personal preference. Service was great except they didn't bring out mains at the same time and I had to ask for a dish after 10 min of everyone else getting their food. I'd be open to dining here again but wouldn't go out of my way.

Jane W.
Jane W.

I came here for dinner with my friend a few weeks ago and overall had a good experience. We tried a wide assortment of dishes, including the Karaage Pollo, Wagyu Toast, Ceviche Clasico, Scallop Tiradito, Lima Roll, and the Ube-Mochi Cake for dessert. My favorites were the Ceviche Clasico and Scallop Tiradito; they used fresh white fish/scallop and the flavors were strong but refreshing. The Wagyu Toast was quite decadent (wagyu blend with kaluga caviar) but a bit too salty for my liking (i.e., worth a try but unlikely to order again). The Lima Roll was standard (nothing special), and the Karaage was below average (chicken was quite dry). Finally, the ube-mochi cake was good - the texture was excellent (nice and chewy) and they did a nice job highlighting the ube flavors. Service was friendly and efficient, and the interior is modern and clean. Overall glad I gave them a try - would consider going back (especially to their rooftop location!)

Kandria L.
Kandria L.

I went here with my fiancé for dinner before a Giants game. I couldn't get one at the rooftop spot (it's right across from Oracle Park). I was intrigued because of the numerous vegan/vegetarian options and fusion of Peruvian and Japanese cuisine so wanted to try it. The drinks were amazing 10/10!! I got the Pisco Sour & he got the Space Adventure Cobra We ordered 1 each of the vegan nigiri. My favorite was the Singo Pear nigiri. We also got the vegan scallop shareable app which I think wasn't as big as I thought to be "shareable" (three "scallops") but it was still delicious! Then we each got a sushi roll. I had the Nasamurai roll and he got the Cow Hollow. Both good. I'd probably go again to get the other rolls but I do love how creative they are with the vegan/vegetarian options!

Verenice B.
Verenice B.

Absolutely delicious! Seriously took me back to Lima with this Nikkei experience - which is the name for the beautiful fusion of Japanese and Peruvian cuisines. We each got the prix -fixe menu for V-day. In addition we got the trio ceviche, wow! Tasted just like Lima. -Clasico ceviche- perfection - hamachi -ceviche Nikkei- wow also perfect - blue fin tuna -scallop ceviche with squid ink - okay was really looking forward to the scallops but wasn't nearly as good as the other two. The Branzino was okay, had better at Jo's modern Thai and Abstract table In terms of drinks, we had the Maracuya pisco sour and it was delightful. I accidentally spilled mine, and they still charged me for two.... until my boyfriend told them something. They eventually took the one that spilled off the bill- which I know was generous. They could've told me, "darn but I have to charge you for another one" to be clear. Wish we could have enjoyed the ambiance inside, maybe next time!

Location

KAIYŌ Cow Hollow, located in San Francisco, offers a unique fusion of Peruvian and Japanese cuisine in a trendy and upscale setting. The restaurant provides a range of dining options, including pescatarian and vegan dishes, with limited vegetarian options available. Customers can enjoy a variety of cocktails at the full bar and take advantage of happy hour specials on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday nights.

The menu at KAIYŌ Cow Hollow features creative dishes like the Vegan Scallop and Kabocha Roll, which have received rave reviews for their unique flavors and quality ingredients. Customers have praised the attentive service and moody ambiance of the restaurant, making it a great spot for a special dinner or dessert.

Overall, KAIYŌ Cow Hollow offers a sophisticated dining experience with a diverse menu that caters to various dietary preferences. Whether you're in the mood for fresh nigiri or innovative rolls, this restaurant is sure to impress with its creative culinary offerings and inviting atmosphere.