YUMMY CRAVING (4.5 stars) Keeping the simple order because what is all what is needed to satisfy the cravings. When not craving other foods at SkyDeck I will turn to a sushi roll from Glass Box. One of my friends literally comes here weekly and I can see why. Chef Ethan is also an amazing chef - if you know, then you know! I've tasted several other things he's created that are offered at his brother's restaurant and it's amazing. SALMON LEMON ROLL ($26) - (spicy) yellowtail, cucumber inside, topped with salmon, lemon, and ponzu. This is my go-to order but I customize mine and as for NO spicy on the yellowtail because I feel when I see that on the menu the heat is overdone as raw fish picks it a little too well that it can mask the fish. Yes, I admit it is on the pricy side but execution is so good to me. I love this roll - it's a safe choice and simple with great flavors. HIGHLY RECOMMEND UNTIL next week. lol. read more

Glass Box San Diego - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

We've been here a handful of times before and always enjoyed our. This time, the of us went for happy hour and it rapidly became dinner. We ordered a Yuzu Shochu Cocktail, a Samurai Old Fashioned, oysters, rainbow rolls, spicy tuna rolls, poke tacos, and bulgogi beef. They were out of grilled yellowtail hama, and thus has happened in the past as well. When we arrived without a reservation, all tables were booked but they accommodated is with seats at the bar. Or good luck because the excellent bartender, John, put himself at our disposal while not missing a beat with a multitude of drink orders from tables in the dining room. It was like having our own personal butler. The food was very good, and cocktails both imaginative and delicious. All left with happy tummies and taste buds. read more

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Alright me and my girlfriend were pretty hungry that day, so we ordered a few dishes. We got the chicken curry katsu, it comes with pretty much the curry sauce, chicken katsu , and broccoli as veggies. If I have to rate this dish, I would had give a 2.8 star..jsut because it's kinda weird to broccoli as veggies, no carrots or potatoes and most importantly they don't even put the katsu sauce as how Japanese dishes should be. Beside that, we also ordered a bake sushi and a 3-way sushi. That was actually pretty darn good . Fishes are very fresh. Very satisfying. If you want sushi, or sushi don't order anything else. But overall it has a nice vibe environment. The staff is alright, I think they should be a little be more mindful where they are walking since all tables are very close to each other..so try not to bump into your customers in full speed ( a waitress pretty much bump into the menu off my hand really hard as she was not even looking in full speed) Will I come again? Maybe ish. read more

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Came here on a Wednesday lunch, and it wasn't busy so we were able to sit right away! :) Everything was really yummy! We got the samurai roll, and I really liked how it was sweet and savory! We also got the salmon lemon roll, and that had a nice tangy citrusy taste to it. We also got the believe sushi combo which was a lunch special, and it had a very good variety of sushi. If you're someone who likes to try a little bit of everything like me, I would definitely recommend this :) Our server was also really nice, they kept coming to check in on us! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambiance was also super nice and fancy vibes, it's a little restaurant in a fancy food court![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Went specifically for happy hour and it was great! What we got: - dollar oysters: 9/10 the oysters were sooo fresh and I loved the sauce served with them but it might be a little too saucy for some people. Tasted like a ponzu vinaigrette - rainbow roll: 7/10 classic rainbow roll didn't wow me but wasn't bad either - salmon poke tacos: 8.5/10 I loved the wonton shell it came in but wish it was a little less saucey [[HIGHLIGHT]]Located in a marketplace type of location. Plenty of parking and service was quick![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]This place aesthetically was gorgeous. Its elegant and casual at the same time[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It feels like a nice place to have small bites or just chill with some cocktails.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I loved that they have a happy hour lunch menu from 2-6. This makes it very affordable. They have a lunch special that comes with a soup or salad. The only decent lunch special was the galbi. I ordered a grilled chicken salad and that was delicious. My son's gai lan chicken lunch special needs a lot more flavor, but it looked divine! The curry katsu lunch special also needed more flavor. Its interesting how this place had items that lacked flavor and some other items was packed with flavor! The star of the show was the sashimi platter. The 45 piece for 150$. We ordered 2 of them. Which we couldn't even finish one. We also ordered oysters which was way more filling than we thought. I also really enjoyed the pork belly skewers as an appetizer. The shishito peppers weren't bad either. The karagge, was fine and the miso soup was very nicely flavored. The chicken eggrolls were fantastic. We got a rainbow roll and that was good. Generally, the fish was fresh so naturally the sushi was good. My salmon kama, I was a bit disappointed in bc it was... guess what... also bland. Lmao this isn't to take away from the other marvelous food they had. The pot stickers were just regular ol pot stickers. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I love the ambience here and the servers were low key.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They weren't a bother and they were nice. All and all, a wonderful dining place! read more

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Came to eat with my friend and it's in a dining hall. All of the food we ordered was really fresh and delicious! It was a bit pricey but for the quality I will definitely come back. I want to try the happy hour too! We ordered the oysters with uni, TSA roll, and a sushi combo with some hand rolls and sashimi. Everything was so good! read more

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What went well... servers were mostly attebtive and friendly. Wagyu smoked old fashioned $25... smooth, great taste Galbi. Soft and tender. Just enough fat to keep the great taste. Good size portion. Served sizzling on a bed of onions with a side of rice and Kim cheese Teriyaki salmon. Melted in your mouth, portion size was OK. Steak skewers. $6. Great for the price. Juicy and not dry. Ny daughter loved it Tempura - lots of pieces for appetizers so this was a plus Calamari was ok. Came with rings and legs and of course some breaded jalapeno to fill the bowl. It was OK. I just had fresh calamari so its so hard to judge after that one. I didnt care for the sauce that came with it so I used the tempura sauce. [[HIGHLIGHT]]This was in sky deck... first time being at what you would call an upscale food court. So many options to choose from. Glad to have picked this place.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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GLASS BOX @ DEL MAR HIGHLANDS Parking is super easy here, they have a huge lot and it's completely free, which is honestly a big plus. It does get pretty packed, but I was still able to find a spot pretty quickly. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant is located in this cute little upstairs terrace-style complex with a bunch of other spots, so you can walk around and try different foods.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I actually had a reservation somewhere else for dinner, but I ended up just exploring because I'm not in Del Mar often and wanted to check everything out. One thing I loved is that they have happy hour every single day, Monday through Sunday. You rarely see that, especially on weekends, so that definitely stood out to me. The girl at the front (helping the server) had the best energy and was like, "It's happy hour every day, come on in!" and that honestly sold us. My boyfriend and I ended up just getting oysters since they were only $1. They were really fresh, which I appreciated, and they added a nice sauce on top. They were pretty small, but for $1, that's kind of expected. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Overall, the place is really cute with a fun, lively vibe. It's a bit tucked in with other spots, but that almost adds to the charm.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The staff was super friendly, and I'd definitely come back to try more of their menu, especially the sushi. read more

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We've enjoyed Happy Hours and lunches at Glass Box. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Located in the rear of the Sky Deck, the center of the restaurant is its namesake, a "Glass Box" that contains the sushi bar and a few tables. You can't miss it[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Most tables are outside the Box, subject to the noise of the Sky Deck, which can be exceedingly loud at night and on weekends.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Some of our favorite menu items include: Oysters on the Half Shell (5/5) at Happy Hour ("Buck a Shuck Oysters", $1 each with minimum order of 6); Tuna Poke Tacos (5/5); Shrimp Tempura Roll (4/5); Spicy Tuna Roll (4/5), Rainbow Roll (4/5); Hamachi Kama (grilled yellowtail collar, 4/5). Our only real disappointment was the Pork Belly Skewers (2/5). Glass Box has several interesting cocktails that we've tried: House Margarita (3/5); Lychee Martini (4/5); Samurai Old Fashion (5/5). Service has been good to very good. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Once again, the Sky Deck noise level detracts from the overall dining experience.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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I came here again for happy hour recently and the service was fast and friendly. I was thankful we were able to sit down even without a reservation. I ordered a Beef Skewer, California Rolls, and Chicken Fried Rice. I appreciated that the beef was cooked well. It was juicy and it wasn't overly salty. The California rolls were good! They gave us sliced ginger and wasabi. The chicken fried rice was enough for two people. Rice was well prepared and had a good amount of chicken in it. Enjoyable dinner for 2! Ate in under 30 min! Would recommend. read more

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Very good every day 2-6 pm happy hour menu with $1 oyster and $5 Sapporo draft. Accept reservations and plenty of parking is available big plus. Quick and attentive service. Water always filled. If you want to add Uni on top of the oysters, just ask. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's an open air seating, and the bar is inside the glass box so small group can fit in.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]A little noisy as expected.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Clean table and settings.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Use small square table so it can be set for big group.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Executing chef Eric walked around and chatted with patrons. Tried oysters, karagge, and salmon tacos. Not special but good for the price. Chase, the server, is attentive and efficient. Recommended to try the happy hour to start. read more

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My husband and I love sushi so we've tried a lot of different sushi spots around SD and we find ourselves always coming back to this one. Not only is the food absolutely delicious, but their menu offers a variety of food aside from just sushi, so if you aren't in the mood for sushi- or dining with people who don't like sushi (hard to believe there are such people but there are!), you can definitly find something else to eat and enjoy! In addition to their TSA roll, which is my fave, I also love their Zen wings, longevity noodles and oysters! Restaurant is small but we've never had issues getting a reservation! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Sitting in the "glassbox" is nice as well![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]They do have high chairs so kid friendly is a plus![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Our favorite Japanese restaurant in the area. This place truly has everything to satisfy your cravings. Beyond their artisan rolls and fresh sushi/sashimi, their kitchen dishes are outstanding--sometimes we come just for those alone. We especially love their Taiwanese beef noodle soup. It reminds me of my years in Taiwan--authentic, rich, and full of flavor. Service is always attentive, and they have a great selection of cocktails to pair with your meal. They really have something for everyone. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Located inside SkyDeck, which adds to the experience with its fun, lively vibe.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Happy hour food was fantastic - such a great treat after a hike. The prices are otherwise really high if you don't come at happy hour. I loved the sushi tacos, skewers, chicken karaage, and sushi roll. The edamame and oysters were just okay - really small oysters but only $1 at happy hour each. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambiance gorgeous.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service was good. read more

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Wow wow wow! We stopped in for happy hour. The prices are great. But the food was even better! The hamachi kama was the best we've ever had. The garage chicken was crispy and hot. Chase our server was very nice and makes a great margarita. We shall be back! read more

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We ordered a variety of dishes sharing family style. The service was good and with our server Jon making suggestions among the sushi and the cooked/kitchen items. Dishes we loved: *kalbi (short ribs) *salmon kama (grilled collarbone) *TSA roll *samurai roll *Hanabi "crispy rice" *chicken katsu (fried cutlet with curry sauce and bok choy) *sea bass The dishes we thought were on the normal spectrum: *kimchi fried rice (a little bland, needed much more spice and flavor) *terryaki salmon (needed a kick, seasoning) [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant is located at "The Sky Deck" in Del Mar -- which is a large upstairs structure (part of a large mall complex) that is like a fancy food court. It has a common area with many open air bars and restaurants.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]This place had a glass box (see thru doors) around the sushi bar. We sat outside the glass box in the open area[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. It's not that big of a restaurant so it's a good idea to make reservations. Thank you for a great dining experience. We would like to come back to try HH and brunch/lunch on a weekend. read more

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Love love LOVE happy hour here at Glass Box. Family and I came in for a last minute belated VDay dinner and the kindest servers were able to squeeze us in--thank you for accommodating us guys! Again, the happy hour deal literally such a steal and every item we've tried has been amazing. Some favorites include the chicken karaage, pork belly skewers, $1 oysters, and the shrimp tempura sushi roll. I love the vibes and ambiance every time I come and I'd just love to try the omakase experience in the box one day. read more

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What a perfect team outing @glassboxsd @skydeckdelmar Incredible bites by @chefethanyang great vibes, and even better company. Pro tip: lunch specials till 4 PM + happy hour till 6 PM I love how they can accommodate up 15 people !!! Amazing, the staff was soo friendly and everything ran soo smoothly!!! Fern, Terry, Kanika, and Chef Evan are amazing. !!! read more

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Hh Mon - Sun 2 - 6pm. Aka everyday lol...makes ya read and think lol... Was blown away with this place!! the happy hour sign sold us. Lets see quality happy hour food & drink items at $ single digit prices!!! This is very rare nowadays! The food quality was on point... Buck oysters YASS!! Because why not? They were carefully crafted and beautifully presented and super easy to chugg! Service was on point two servers very efficient and attentive. My fav. Food items... Oysters, pork skewer, tuna tacos, shishito peppers. Cant wait to come back!! Ty glass box!! read more

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A key feature of Glass Box is their daily happy hour from 2 PM to 6 PM. The happy hour menu includes small bites, sushi rolls, cocktails, beer, and wine. Portions are smaller, but prices are fair, which makes it easy to try multiple items without spending too much. Glass Box is located inside Sky Deck in Del Mar near One Paseo. It's a smaller space with limited seating, especially inside the actual glass box where you can watch the sushi chefs work. We came around 4 PM with reservations, and it got noticeably busier closer to 5 PM. Parking is in the main shopping center lot and we had to circle around before finding a spot. Lychee martini: The presentation was nice, served chilled in a standard martini glass with a clean look. Flavor wise, I didn't hate it, but it wasn't my favorite. There was a creamy note to it that caught me off guard. It reminded me more of lychee Ramune than a traditional lychee martini. I usually prefer lychee martinis that taste light, crisp, and fruit forward. This one leaned creamier and slightly artificial tasting. It was still drinkable, just didn't have that refreshing finish I look for. Karaage ($6): The chicken came out hot with a golden crispy exterior that stayed crunchy throughout. The inside was juicy and tender and you could tell it was freshly fried. It was well seasoned on its own and didn't rely on the sauce. The dipping sauce added a creamy contrast and balanced the crisp texture well. The portion was fair for happy hour. Pork belly skewer ($5): The pork belly had great flavor and was nicely charred on the edges. The fat rendered well, giving it that rich melt in your mouth texture. It was seasoned properly and didn't need anything extra. The only downside was the portion size. It was one skewer with about three thinner slices. The flavor was strong, but I do wish there was either more meat or a thicker cut to make it feel more complete. Salmon poke taco (2 for $10): The salmon tasted fresh and clean and the portion was generous for the size of the taco shell. The crispy wonton shell added a nice crunch, and the poke style preparation made it feel like poke nachos in taco form. The sauce had a noticeable wasabi presence, but it wasn't overpowering. It added depth without being too spicy. The green onions and sauce tied everything together well. Yum! Shrimp tempura cut roll ($12): The roll was very balanced. The rice was soft and held together well. It was fresh and enjoyable. Nothing stood out in a major way, but it was still good quality. Spicy scallop cut roll ($12): The scallop mixture was fresh and had a good texture. This was super spicy though! So beware if you don't appreciate a good kick. Like the shrimp roll, it was well made but didn't have a strong wow factor. It's a good option if you want something lighter. Service was attentive and multiple staff checked on us throughout the meal. Sitting inside the glass box made the experience more interesting since you could watch the chefs prepare food. The space felt clean and modern, but the small tables made it feel cramped once everything arrived. Happy hour here is worth trying, especially if you want to try multiple items at a lower price. The karaage and salmon poke tacos were the highlights. I would come back and explore more of their full menu next time. read more

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Came here for Lunch for San Diego Restaurant Week/Happy Hour and will definitely be coming back! Fish quality is good, refreshing tasty flavors all around! Their happy hour has a lot of good deals from $7 lychee martinis to $10 for 2 poke tacos to $1 oysters. You could also easily take advantage of the deal since happy hour runs Monday-Sunday 2-6pm here it would be perfect to stop in for a late lunch or early dinner! Hamachi Serrano crudo: fresh fish, refreshing taste, touch of spice from the Serrano Crispy rice spicy tuna: perfectly crispy crunchy rice square topped with a dollop of fresh spicy tuna. I LOVE this appetizer anywhere I get it and this place is no exception Chefs chirashi bowl: fresh sashimi, tasty seasoned sushi rice, veggies Salmon poke tacos: fresh fish in a crunchy flavorful wonton shell. I could probably eat 20 of these if given the chance! I will say the only thing I was disappointed by was that they didn't have the black sesame ice cream with miso caramel and roasted sesame seeds as described on the SDRW menu. We were sadly given sorbet as a substitute :( Overall the staff was nice, we did have to wait a bit at times to get someone's attention but it was probably due to where we were seating, I wasn't surprised given the slightly odd layout with the bar seating inside the box in the middle followed by a main seating area outside and tables surrounding the rest of the box, we were sat outside the box/bar seating area on the side opposite the main seating area so waiters did not pass by us as often as the other two areas. This restaurant is located inside what I would call an upscale food court similar to Anaheim packing district if you've ever been there. Its location is somewhat random as it's on the second floor above a grocery store in the back of the area, however this also means there's ample parking. Walking into the space you would never expect it to be where it is located since it actually looks a lot nicer on the inside than the outside when you pull up to the location! This restaurant and the other restaurants in this food court space are all nice looking standalone restaurants I saw a wide range from ramen to Thai food to a brewery in the space. The overall theme inside seems nature-y and modern. Might be a little off putting from the outside for a first date but would definitely recommend as a casual date night or friend hangout spot! read more

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We have always been a fan of their happy hour, so when we saw their $25 for THREE courses for SDRW it's a no brainer we had to try. The quality of ingredients you get for this price is chef's kiss! First course I opt in for Hamachi Serrano Crudo. It was a light start and there were 3 piece of yellowtail marinated in yuzu ponzu topped with serrano, crispy garlic, and shiso oil. Second course it was a debate between the Lunch Bento or Chef Chirashi Bowl. You can't go wrong with sashimi and really glad I went with this choice. The sashimi is chopped up and you get a good amount of variety. Last course is my favorite! Black Sesame Ice Cream Sundae. Not all ice cream is created equal and I'm happy to report this one had the good black sesame taste. The restaurant is on the smaller side, so reservation is recommended. We stopped by the first thing when they opened, so we were able to get seated but was told nicely to leave by 12:15PM for the next reservation which was more than plenty of time. read more

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Dined here for Restaurant Week (believe it was $55/pp but could pay $10/pp to make it a 5 course meal, which we did). We made a reservation so being seated was no issue. It's a pretty small restaurant. The ambiance was great - the "glass box" itself was very cool. Service was decent, they were busy but still managed to be attentive. The food was very good, the fish tasted fresh. The salmon nigiri was a favorite, as well as the scallop entree. read more

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Went for happy hour. Food was delicious and so were the lychee martinis! Great pricing too for happy hour!

Glass Box is located inside the Sky Deck at Del Mar Highlands Town Center and is a great addition to the area. Easy parking, upbeat vibe, and a clean, modern space with the kitchen and sushi bar set inside a glass enclosure. Plenty of seating, though I can see it getting busy quickly. We visited during San Diego Restaurant Week and everything we tried delivered. The Milano Margarita was refreshing and well balanced. Standouts from the prix fixe menu were the crispy rice spicy tuna, wagyu gyoza, garlic yaki soba noodles with shrimp, and the chef's chirashi bowl--all fresh, flavorful, and nicely plated. Dessert was a black sesame ice cream with miso caramel, which was a great not-too-sweet finish. We also added the Samurai Roll, which was absolutely worth it. Service was excellent!!! Christian was friendly, knowledgeable, and made the experience even better. Solid food, good energy, and a spot I'd happily return to. read more

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Came here for the happy hour that's from 2-6pm Monday-Sunday! lol yes, got me, too that's the same as everyday! In other words it's happy hour everyday! 10 small bite choices, 9 sushi selections, Sapporo draft, couple of wine choices and 5 cocktails to choose from. We ordered oysters, rainbow, roll, salmon, poke, tacos and fried rice! Technically we just came for the oysters, but of course we couldn't resist the rest! I think we ordered most of those a couple times! Small area for them to maintain, so service was pretty quick. They had 2 waitresses that kept things moving along. Of course the surrounding was beautiful and we went during the holidays, so very decorated. Can't wait to come back for more oysters! There's other restaurants in the same area. Almost like an upscale food court. read more

Glass Box San Diego - Holiday Table decor...cute - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

Great food and experience. Came in on a slow Monday and everything was perfect. We got the 15 course Omakase and I have to say that a lot of the flavors remind me of the Addison in the Grand Fairmont. Will definitely come back. read more

Loved the atmosphere of this place. Located in tbe sky deck in Del Mar, you can find glass box towards the back. The menu is large and has a lot of different items to choose from. The service was friendly, attentive, and welcoming. We got a few things to try from sashimi, short ribs, and sushi rolls. The sashimi is cut thick and all the rolls are fully loaded. It is decently priced but make sure you check out their happy hour! read more

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Fun celebratory full meal HH experience at Glass Box. Their HH menu lasts from 3-6 and is both extensive and incredibly well priced for Del Mar. Most dishes and all drinks are priced from $6-8, so we got to try a lot without breaking the bank. The vibe is enjoyable because you're literally seated in a glass box where you can people watch and observe the chefs in action from near to far. My favorite items were the Poke Tacos, which featured incredibly fresh tuna or salmon cubes paired with sweet and sour components and a crispy wonton shell for that welcome, crunchy textural component. BF enjoyed the chicken karaage since he said its coating was reminiscent of Taiwanese popcorn chicken. The Lycheetini was the best of the three HH drinks that I sampled. Spicy scallop cut roll fell a bit short because while the flavors were fresh, it was poorly rolled. Service was fast and attentive despite the place maxing out on guests trying to enjoy the HH last call on a Friday night. read more

Glass Box San Diego - Tuna poke taco - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Located in the sky deck, this location is perfect.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Parking can be a challenge but we got lucky with a spot just out front. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The glass box is visually stunning and really will catch your eye.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] What's even better is they have a weekend happy hour menu which is hard to find these days. The overall food quality was okay. The fried rice, sushi rolls, egg rolls as well as the skewers were good. The katsu curry lacked some flavor which made the dish just "okay." The drinks were also good and for HH it was a great deal. The service was also very good and the server frequently checked I. To make sure we were okay and asked if we needed anything else. Great overall experience. read more

Glass Box San Diego - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

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Great option for HH on a weekend. $7 for a Lychee Martini? Yes please. Highlights were the sushi rolls (shrimp tempura, spicy tuna and Philadelphia) and the beef skewers. Fried rice with chicken was good but better after we added a bit of soy sauce. Katsu-don is my absolute favorite but I was pretty disappointed in their version here. The eggs looked precooked in a pan instead being gently cooked on top until set. The sauce was very thick but surprisingly bland. My friend had the longevity noodles which she said was also very bland. I would stick with the rolls. Bonus points for having HH on the weekends. read more

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We had a great time at dinner here recently. [[HIGHLIGHT]]First off, the restaurant is in a common area with many open other air bars and restaurants. Because of that it does seem larger than it really is.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We did not sit inside the glass box area with the sushi bar. The service was good and he was very willing to make suggestions and we ordered a number of rounds of food. The food was mostly excellent but there were a few misses. The Salmon Kami was great but the Salmon Teriyaki was not as flavorful as we wanted. The TSA roll was a favorite as well as the samurai roll. The HANABI "CRISPY RICE" was really good and the whole family liked it. read more

I've been to Glass Box a handful of times now and can't believe I still haven't written a review! Each visit reminds me why I keep coming back because it's always a great experience! - PARKING - Large parking lot shared with all the businesses in this plaza, and although it can get busy at times, you're bound to find a spot. - SERVICE/ENVIRONMENT - Located inside the Sky Deck in the Del Mar Highlands plaza, Glass Box is tucked away in the very back. You can't miss it though, with the stunning glass box, as the namesake pertains to, for limited diners to enjoy their meal inside. They also have tables outside the box, easily fitting 2-4 people. Staff is always friendly and welcoming here, and do a good job of checking in. - FOOD - Beef Skewers ($5 for HH): Definitely take advantage of the Happy Hour deal if you can! The skewers here are well seasoned and delicious! My favorite are the beef skewers, but the pork belly skewers are delicious as well. Other favorites here: - Katsu Curry - Kalbi Ribs - Salmon Belly Nigiri - Scallop Nigiri - OVERALL - Bring more friends to enjoy more of the menu! A great spot for sushi/seafood, and other Asian fusion dishes. read more

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Came to glass box for restaurant week which offered a four or five course meal for a good price. We had one meal of all fish and another of no fish so getting the full range of the menu. The fish meal was crudo, nigiri and scallops. The no fish was cucumber salad, fried tofu, Wagyu nigiri and a New York strip. The scallop dish flavor profile was different than anything I'd had before with a corn puree base. The Wagyu nigiri was a perfect one bite. A great restaurant week experience. read more

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One of the most unique and memorable dining experiences during my visit in San Diego. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere feels modern, intimate, and elevated. You're surrounded by glass walls, open bar and a sushi station. We were there for happy hour which is everyday from 2pm - 6pm. We ordered a mix of nigiri, hand rolls, and $1 oysters. Everything was incredibly fresh and full of flavor. The handroll was beautifully made, the sashimi was melt-in-your-mouth quality, and the lychee martini was amazing. Service was just as impressive, attentive, and friendly. Checking in on us often and making the experience feel special. Whether you're celebrating something or just want a standout dinner, Glass Box is absolutely worth the visit. I'll be coming back again for their happy hour! read more

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It's located in the Beautiful and modern food court in Del Mar. my gf and I came here during the happy hour. The $1 oyster is fresh but a bit small. Good value for other happy hour menu item. All cute rolls are around 12 bucks with decent quality and portion. Cocktails and beers are below 10 dollars. Service is friendly and attentive. Will definitely come back to try out other menu items read more

Glass Box San Diego - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

I had a chance to eat here when they first opened several years ago and found it to be a bit expensive for the quality of food they were offering. Recently I had a chance to visit with a friend and was pleasantly surprised to see that they had significantly improved. We got a bunch of sashimi, sushi and even galbi and everything was beautifully presented, flavorful and fresh. Definitely a great sushi spot in the Del Mar area. read more

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Came here on a Thursday for happy hour. We were a party of four and were seated right away at one of the corners of the bar top. We ordered the salmon poke tacos, shrimp tempura roll, spicy salmon roll, beef and pork belly skewers, and oysters. The poke tacos were pretty good. Both the rolls were pretty decent and the skewers were fine, a little chewy. The oysters were good, a little in the big side but still pretty good deal for a dollar each. I ordered the lychee martini which was pretty tasty. It just took a while to come out, I think the bartender was a little backed up. Overall the food was pretty decent and a good deal for happy hour. Service was standard. I would recommend a try here for the affordable happy hour. read more

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Our first time here at Glass Box! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Despite the beautiful atmosphere at the Glass Box, it has a great selection for lunch special even on the weekend![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I ordered their sushi combo called "believe" and it was delicious! All the fish were fresh and nicely made sushi. I really enjoyed the sushi combo that is high quality and delicious and very reasonably priced. The chicken fried rice was okay. The service was excellent. I will totally come back again and try other sushi items on the menu. read more

Glass Box San Diego - Believe - lunch special - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

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