Temaki has quickly become one of our favorite spots, and the experience was made even better thanks…read moreto Gage, Max, and Lily. From the moment we walked in, they were all welcoming, attentive, and genuinely seemed to care about making sure everything was perfect. Gage did an awesome job guiding us through the menu and giving great recommendations. we tried a few things we normally wouldn't have, and they ended up being some of our favorites. Max brought great energy to the table, checking in at the right times and making sure we always had what we needed without ever feeling rushed. Lily was incredibly friendly and detail-oriented, making the whole experience feel smooth and elevated. The food itself was fresh, high quality, and beautifully presented, exactly what you'd hope for from a temaki spot. You can really tell they take pride in both the food and the service. Overall, it was an amazing experience, and Gage, Max, and Lily truly made it stand out. We'll definitely be coming back and recommending this place to others!

Khloe, Peter, Raf, and Jared were everything. Food was insane, vibes were perfect, and the…read moreatmosphere was so good, but the service is what really made it. They made the whole night feel effortless and fun. Had the best time, definitely coming back.

On our most recent visit, we had Josie as a server and she was INCREDIBLE! She was very friendly,…read morefast, and made great suggestions on the menu. Food was amazing as always and wait time on a Saturday night was exceptional for such a great meal. We'll be back! Thank you Josie!

Personally, I LOVED the freshness and flavor present in everything my group ordered for take-out:…read moreteriyaki chicken, avocado-eel rolls, protein rolls, salmon sashimi, miso soup, and Philly rolls. I waited an extra 15min past the estimated pick-up time for the order and the restaurant wasn't that busy at the time for the wait to make sense, but beauty takes time I suppose. The staff appeared friendly and the interior of the restaurant was very laid-back and casual. This would be a fun spot to go for a relaxed sushi dinner.

Amazing service. They took us in very close to closing time and we felt like family…read more We showed up just before closing after a concert at belly up; instead of turning us away the chef made us two spectacular sushi rolls. Will be going back on our next trip to Solana Beach.

THE BEST GARLIC EDAMAME!!! We travel from south OC for this and the fresh FRESH spicy scallops…read morehandroll.

Easily the best quality and most authentic Japanese/sushi restaurant in Encinitas. I'd add…read moreCarlsbad, Oceanside, and Solana as well. Exceedingly fresh food and warm service in an intimate and elegant but still casual space. We went in tonight and EVERYTHING hit just right. It's our go-to for sushi locally.

My wife has been dying to go to Kaito Sushj for a while, but they are closed on Sundays so we went…read moreon a Friday before 6 and it wasn't too packed, but the dinner rush definitely happened and it was busy with dine in customers and take out orders. The ambiance is lovely with rope decorations on the ceiling and feels very authentic. Service was great to start but once the dinner rush started our waiter disappeared due to how busy it was. We were going to order more food, but just decided to get the check since service was taking so long...which we had to get another waiter to get for us. That is really the only thing preventing this from being a 5 star because the food is DELICIOUS. The rolls and fish were SO FRESH! Just get anything that swims. I wouldn't get the beef tongue again, but that is probably just me because I know it is a fan favorite. Also, bring CASH because it is cheaper.

There are a handful of trendy, Western-style sushi spots in North County, but I was craving…read moresomething more "traditional," and Blue Fin definitely hit the spot. The lunch nigiri sets are a good value and tasted super fresh. We also ordered the hamachi kama which was delicious (it takes a bit longer to cook, so it came out about halfway through the meal). Service was friendly and attentive; everything felt relaxed. Would come back to try more of their specials and the rest of the menu.

This restaurant is a hidden gem in Encinitas! I hesitate to write this review because I don't want…read moremore people to find it! The service is always top notch and the food is great quality. We are greeted with a smile everytime we walk in and they have come to know us as regulars. Also, when you sit at the sushi bar, whatever the sesame dessert is that they give you is one of the best bites of food I have had in a long time!

Although I still haven't eaten here inside, I've continued to order several times per month…read more Typically I forget to take photos of the perfectly prepared and packed food because of how much we love the food. On my last order... Chicken Bowl-fresh vegetables and teriyaki chicken over round rice. Sunomono (cucumber) salad was delicious and refreshing. Spicy tuna roll and tiger roll were incredible as always. I'm so glad that this restaurant opened few years ago. We've pretty much had everything on the menu and never been disappointed.

I really wanted to like Sapporo, as I've been trying to find an alternative to the excellent sushi…read morespot in La Costa Town Square (no affiliation). I came in for lunch and ordered the "B" special, which includes 4 pieces of chef's choice nigiri and 5 pieces of sashimi, along with two gyoza, salad, and miso soup. Positives: * The salmon and tuna quality were very good * Service was friendly Negatives: * Despite the apparent freshness, several pieces of fish were cut with noticeable connective tissue (white fibrous strands), which made the sushi and sashimi unpleasant to eat * The spicy tuna roll was extremely spicy, far beyond typical sriracha or similar, to the point it was hard to finish * The salad dressing (looked like a Thousand Island style) was also unexpectedly spicy and heavily coated the lettuce * The albacore quality was not great and also had connective tissue * The ambiance was loud and not very relaxing * Seating felt oddly high and uncomfortable * Prices felt steep for what was served (around $50 for sushi/sashimi lunch options; the mixed "B" special was $26) * The soy sauce dish was very small and made it difficult to dip the nigiri properly Overall, a disappointing experience given the price point. I was hoping to find a new go-to spot, but I'll keep looking.

Reservations not needed but highly recommended. After we arrived, we understood why: the place was…read morepopulated during dinner time especially on weekends. However, we were immediately seated at a very cozy table for two outside with a nice heater - albeit still a bit chilly considering the day started out quite warm. Our attentive and stellar servers were Candace and Ben. Since it was our first time at Valentina, our attentive and stellar servers recommended appetizers, main entree and dessert. Each course that came did not disappoint as our palate reached nirvana with each and every bite we took. I ordered the pork schnitzel as my main course while my partner succumbed to his eyes that were drawn to the ingredients of the seabass. We both shared squash soup and a separate plate of grilled square shaped potatoes that were a perfect pairing we devoured with satisfaction. Dessert came as a surprise, as we were served not one but two desserts - the latter was an added thoughtfulness, acknowledging my partner's birthday. The taste was divine! The bill totaled at just a little over $100, which we expected for this fine dining experience. Oh yes, we plan to return - even way before the next birthday. In the meantime, happy eats everyone and hope to see around town.

Upscale tapas place - be prepared to leave a lot of money for small plates, but very worthy plates…read more Seafood paella as well as clams were top choices for everyone in our group. Service was also very attentive. Lastly, they have my most favorite soap in the bathroom and I made a point to wash my hands multiple times during dinner service just to experience the scent. Small thing but leaves lasting impression

My favorite sushi place for the north SD area! Their sashimi has been fresh everytime, very unique…read moredishes also available like carpaccio with monk fish liver that you can't easily find elsewhere to try. They also have a rotating specials menu so there's different seafood options to try for your sushi and also cooked options. My go to is the chirashi bowl. Good portions and delicious sashimi! Sushi is one of my favorite foods, so I don't say it lightly :). I have brought family and friends back here too My brother in law brought his kid and tried the chicken of the sea nuggets (tuna) and even I loved them! Friendly service, although sometimes food takes a while to come out. The parking is plentiful, in a plaza parking lot. Good ambiance for a bit more casual date night that's cozy!

Quick dinner out and was surprised how slow it was for a weekend evening. My husband and I were…read moreseated right away and orders taken pretty quickly. The menu is pretty extensive, but it definitely has a good quality for what we ordered. Service is quick and ordering to food coming out was pretty fast. For someone with a low tolerance of spice, you never know how spicy the spicy tuna will actually be, I gambled wrong for my tolerance. Delicious none the less but for me a little too spicy haha! The other rolls were fantastic though, and all very good. Would definitely come again if in the area!

We came here recently after attending an event at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. We were looking for…read moresomething close by that was rated well, and this seemed to fit the bill, as my friend reccomended it. Plenty of parking, and the place was fairly empty so we got seated pretty quickly. It's very clean and a great spot for a casual night out. We tried the Magic Mike roll and it was excellent, albeit pretty spicy, so beware if that's not your thing. It had no rice, so good if you are staying away from carbs. The sushi tasted fresh and had a really good flavor, and they piled it pretty high. We also decided to try something a bit different so decided on the OMG because it had steak on it. I wasn't quite sure what to expect, but it was definitely a change up from your regular sushi roll. I did enjoy it, and the steak was tender, however i think its not something I'd order often. This was the first time i tried Plum wine, and I have to say I'm sold on it. It was very refreshing and had a nice sweet flavor which i really enjoyed. The service here was good, and ot seems to be a spot that has some regular attendees that are loyal to the place and freaky enjoy the food. I definitely will come back to try more of their specialty rolls when I'm in the area, and I wish it was closer to me so i could come more often. Id recommended trying it for sure.

Service was good, and the food arrived at just the right pace…read more The sashimi slices were thick and generously sized. The sushi rolls were long enough for sharing. This is another good neighborhood sushi spot to add to our list.

Second story of the Village Faire shopping center. Tucked around the corner close to the train…read moretrack. Sitdown full service restaurant. Casual atmosphere. Fast and friendly service. Wife and I split the jalapeño poppers (super spicy) and the protein roll, along with cups of tea. Everything was amazing! I figured the tea would come in a pot, but that's not the case, so just a heads up. Decent amount of food for a lunch, but probably not enough for a dinner for two. Ran us just under $40 including tax and tip as of Dec 2025. Not bad for this day and age!

It's just your average sushi bar. Only thing that makes this place good and convenient is its…read morelocation. Hubby got two rolls, & I got one. We also got one a tempura shrimp app. Total was $91. Crazy. My roll barely had any fish and I asked for the chef to add scallops... scallops made the roll an extra $8 and there was definitely not $8 worth on it. Overall, service wasn't bad and our waitress was really nice. So is the ambiance but mind you it's not quiet when the bar below them have bands and music playing. I'd probably go again, but again only for convenience . There are plenty of other sushi options around that are better, but the price tag is probably the same if not more.