About

Cafe Okawari in San Francisco's China Basin offers a delightful Japanese dining experience at an affordable price. With a warm, casual atmosphere, it's the perfect spot for solo diners seeking a quick and satisfying meal. Known for its speedy service, this cafe specializes in lunch and dinner, presenting a variety of healthy options alongside traditional Japanese flavors. Guests can enjoy a refreshing latte or choose from a selection of beers, wines, and other beverages. Whether you prefer to dine-in, take your meal to-go, or enjoy the fresh air with outdoor seating, Cafe Okawari caters to all. Prices range between $10 to $20 per person, providing great value for a 4.5-star experience.

Price

$$$$ 10 - 20 $

Meals

Lunch, Dinner

Cuisines

Japanese

Services

Delivery, Takeaway, Outdoor seating, Dine-in

Dietary options

Healthy options

Offering

Serving alcohol, Serving desserts, Serving beer, Serving wine, Serving coffee

Reviews and Ratings

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4.5
based on 282 reviews
4.5/5 282 reviews
Annissa Michael
Annissa Michael
2 weeks ago on Google
  • Food: 5
  • Service: 5
  • Atmosphere: 5

Until we get Japanese 7-elevens, I believe this is the closest we will come to authentic egg salad and fruit sandos. I’ve read about their lines, but we were lucky enough to stop in right at opening on a Holiday weekend and didn’t have to wait at all. Bonus, seating was available too. They have daily specials that were very tempting, but we stuck to the classics. 10/10 would come again.

Alan Wu
Alan Wu
2 weeks ago on Google
  • Food: 5
  • Service: 4
  • Atmosphere: 4

I got there on Friday at 4:30pm to grab a bite before the Giants game. I went with the chicken katsu curry. It was ready in under five minutes! The curry was a bit lukewarm, but the chicken was crispy and delicious. It was just the right amount for one person. The place was chill and not too crowded. But as I was heading out at 5pm, it started to get busier.

Lizzie Kumar
Lizzie Kumar
3 weeks ago on Google

every restaurant should be like this: 3 things on the menu, food comes out in 5 minutes

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the address of Cafe Okawari?
    Cafe Okawari is located at 236 Townsend St, 94107, San Francisco, China Basin, USA.
  • How to get here by public transport?
    The nearest public transport options provide quick and easy access:
    • Bus stop 3rd St & Brannan St (145 m walk)
    • Bus stop Townsend St & Lusk St (29 m walk)
    • Bus stop 4th St & Townsend St (178 m walk)
    • Bus stop 4th @ Library (Caltrain) (320 m walk)
  • How is Cafe Okawari rated by visitors?
    Cafe Okawari has an average rating of 4.5 based on 282 reviews across platforms such as Google.
  • What is the average price for a meal at Cafe Okawari?
    The average price for a meal is 10 - 20 $ (it is cheap - $).
  • Does the venue have outdoor seating?
    Yes, outdoor seating is available, making it ideal during warm weather.