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KAIYŌ Rooftop

Nikkei, Vegan Sushi & Bites

$$$

Top tips

Ask about: animal ingredients

  • Ask for ketchup with the yucca fries or fries instead of the non-vegan dip.
  • Good to know: Check whether a veggie roll comes with aioli and request it without if needed.
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  • Book ahead, especially for busy evenings; reviewers report the rooftop often fills up.
  • Bring an extra layer for the open-air rooftop, which can get chilly.
  • Try the shishito peppers and one of the explicitly vegan sushi rolls.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention shishito peppers, avocado edamame dip and gyoza.

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Also nasuden roll and yucca fries.

Good for

The vibe: dates The vibe: groups

Praised for friendly service, beautiful interior and attentive service.

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Also praised for generous portions, good value and lively atmosphere.

Good to know

  • Outdoor seating
  • Dinner
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

Kaiyo Rooftop serves Japanese-Peruvian Nikkei dishes, with a small dedicated vegan sushi section that includes Futomaki, Causa, and Japanese Pickle rolls, plus vegan scallops. The open-air rooftop draws diners for city views, cocktails, and date nights; reviews mention reservations, chilly evenings, and heat lamps or blankets.

Vegan menu

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KAIYŌ Rooftop · dine-in · 5 dishes

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701 3rd St 12th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94107

Opening hours

Monday
16:00–22:00
Tuesday
16:00–23:00
Wednesday
16:00–23:00
Thursday
16:00–23:00
Friday
16:00–01:00
Saturday
11:00–01:00
Sunday
11:00–22:00

the food

4.5 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

  • Good atmosphere
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How we rank

eating vegan

Good vegan options

vegan options
Some · 3–5 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Basic understanding

Ask about: Hidden animal ingredients in dishes labelled vegan: ask about sauces and broths.

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