Sylvan Mishima Brackett's artful izakaya cooking feels right at home framed by the dining room's handcrafted wood beams (which reflect his unique ties to both Japan and the Sierra foothills). From the housemade ume shu, to kelp-cured local fish, to the spectacular gyoza, you'll want to check it out for yourself. Their Teishoku lunch service (Thu-Sat) is one of the greatest hidden culinary gems of SF.