About - Taniku Izakaya
At Taniku Izakaya, we're passionate about bringing a taste of Japan to the heart of San Francisco. Our restaurant is a labor of love, where we combine traditional Japanese flavors with a modern twist to create a unique dining experience. As a family-owned business, we're committed to serving high-quality dishes that not only delight your taste buds but also warm your heart. We take pride in using only the freshest ingredients and time-honored cooking techniques to craft our popular Japanese curries, ramen bowls, and tonkatsu. Our dedicated team is always striving to exceed your expectations, ensuring every visit to Taniku Izakaya is a memorable one. As a local business, we're deeply rooted in the San Francisco community. We're honored to be a part of this vibrant neighborhood and look forward to serving you for years to come. Give us a call at (415) 658-7555 or visit us at 1035 Geary St, San Francisco, CA 94109 to experience the Taniku difference. We can't wait to welcome you to our table!
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Amenities and More
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Comfort food
- Happy hour drinks
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
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I finally made it to their happy hour, which has some great deals. Their happy hour menu contains some of their ramen bowls off their main menu for $13. I got the garlic pork ramen, and they did not skimp on the pork. There were two thick pieces of soft pork belly that was coated with garlic and seared to perfection. And the meat melted in my mouth. The bok choy was crunchy and its bitterness was tamed with the flavorful pork. The noodles had a good bite while the corn added some sweetness. And the marinated egg also added another flavor profile. Not sure what it was marinated in, but it had a nice tea flavor. And the yolk was perfectly jammy. And then there's the broth: full of umami, pork, and garlic flavors. I have been incredibly stressed from two projects at work and the moment I took a sip of the broth, I immediately felt at ease. The ramen was so comforting, especially now that we're experiencing autumn weather in San Francisco. I tend to eat fast, but there was no rushing this. The world and my worries melted away with each bite. I also got the amaebi shrimp hand roll, which came with a yuzu sauce. I actually found it to be a bit gingery, which was a nice surprise in flavor. It seemed the rice was also marinated in perhaps soy sauce for that umami note. And the shrimp was plump. It was a good bite. This is a popular spot with a small dining space, so a line can form pretty quickly outside as the night progresses. But that ramen is worth the wait.
i’m honestly very surprised this isn’t on some “hidden gems” list because Taniku Izakaya is truly phenomenal. We’ve come back a couple times within about two months, and everything is so great. The small plates are where Taniku really shines — each one packs a powerful punch of flavor. this go around, we had the grilled Japanese yams, the pork belly and the Kobe beef skewers which are *chef’s kiss* 🤌🏼. We haven’t tried everything just yet, but we’ll keep coming back for more. (The pork belly skewers have been a repeat favorite!)
Super delicious. The ramen was good, but honestly the small plates were better. My gluten free daughter really enjoyed the tofu and the scallops and the Brussel sprouts. The chicken katsu mushrooms were also amazing. Would definitely return. It is a small place though so ready to queue up outside.