If you've got Asian fare on the brain, you're in luck: we've found the freshest San Francisco eateries to quell your cravings. Here are the newest places to check out the next time you're in the mood for Asian food.
um.ma
1220 Ninth Ave., Inner Sunset
The newly opened um.ma serves up traditional Korean classics in a modern setting. The business also features seating in an outdoor patio. On the menu, look for the seafood pancake, charcoal-grilled mackerel or kimchi fried rice.
Yelpers are generally positive about um.ma, which currently holds four stars out of 58 reviews on the site.
Raghav K., who reviewed the restaurant on July 17, wrote, "The food and staff here are dope, [and] I want to give Dajung (our server) big props."
Janice L. noted, "We ended up ordering the KFC (Korean fried chicken), pork belly and kimchi jigae. The banchan were quick to arrive and my favorites were the tomato and the chive and apple. Both had a great sweetness to them that was absolutely addicting."
Um.ma is open from 11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. and 5:30–10 p.m. on Tuesday-Sunday. (It's closed on Monday.)
Mahila
1320 Castro St., Noe Valley
The casual Mahila specializes in Malaysian cuisine that highlights fresh, in-house made ingredients. Menu options include tamarind duck curry, chicken and noodles with hot sesame sauce or laksa.
With a four-star rating out of 34 reviews on Yelp, Mahila has been getting positive attention.
Yelper Bette S., who reviewed Mahila on July 11, wrote, "Absolutely wonderful ... The curry cod was sensational. The green bean salad with the coconut was delicious. Everything that came out of the kitchen was bright, flavorful and beautiful with heaps of homegrown, fresh herbs on top."
And Julie L. wrote, "Azalina and her team are delivering astoundingly flavorful food with charming, attentive service in a bright and optimistic setting."
Mahila is open from 5–10 p.m. on Tuesday-Sunday. (It's closed on Monday.)
Sushi Nagai
125 Ellis St., Union Square
The omakase-only Sushi Nagai features high-end fare made with seasonal ingredients, from otoro sushi to makimono to caviar.
With a 15-course menu priced in the $200-$250 range, it is one of the most expensive restaurants in the city, according to the Chronicle.
Sushi Nagai currently holds 4.5 stars out of 20 reviews on Yelp, indicating good reviews.
Yelper Katherine J., who visited on July 16, wrote, "One of my favorite omakase experiences to date. The restaurant ambiance is very open, clean, modern and overall a quiet and intimate setting."
Will H. noted, "Sushi Nagai is my favorite traditional Edomae sushi in the Bay Area by a long shot. Excellent rice. Very high attention to detail and it wouldn't be out of place in Ginza."
Sushi Nagai is open from 6–9 p.m. on Tuesday-Sunday. (It's closed on Monday.)
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