Village Sake is a Japanese-style community pub. Chef Scott Whitman has earned his izakaya a 2021 Bib Gourmand designation from Michelin and a place on the Top 25 Restaurants list from the San Francisco Chronicle. In the compact interior space and at the seven outdoor tables, you’ll find sushi and skewers, salads and small plates, plus sake and craft beer. In true Fairfax fashion, the environment Village Sake cultivates is friendly, fun and welcoming. Their parklet, strung with market lights, is heated and maintains the organic aesthetic of the restaurant’s interior. From sushi to izakaya fare, sake and craft beer, this casual spot is a local favorite. Everything is made to share, so bring friends, order up and enjoy. But before we send you off, it must be said that 1) the Village Roll with spicy tuna, tempura shrimp, crab and aonori is a thing of beauty and 2) donut holes with miso caramel sauce exist… okay, class dismissed. Open Wednesday through Sunday 5pm to 8:30pm, with the daily waitlist opening online at 5 p.m. Closed Monday and Tuesday.