Hokkaido Sashimi Marketplace

Stepping into this small fish market on Geary is like transporting yourself back to an era when a burrito was $6 and your grocery bill didn't chew up half your paycheck. Hokkaido Sashimi Marketplace is the place to get a great sushi fix without the high price tag that normally comes with a fresh fish affair. The fridges on the right side of the shop are where you should focus your attention. Inside you’ll find otoro and kampachi sashimi, spicy tuna rolls, and chirashi, all for $10 to $15. Each bite of fish is soft, tender, and perfectly fatty—it makes the best companion for a Golden Gate Park picnic. There’s also a sizeable selection of Japanese snacks, drinks, and a couple of light bites like spam musubi and onigiri that fit nicely into a picnic basket.

photo credit: Carly Hackbarth

photo credit: Carly Hackbarth

photo credit: Carly Hackbarth