Fantastic experience. Hand-made temaki, crispy on the outside, soft on the inside. Incredibly fresh…read morefish and impeccable service. The best hand roll bar I've ever tried.

Temaki Bar is easily one of my favorite sushi spots in North County. I've been to quite a few sushi…read morerestaurants around San Diego, and this is definitely one I would come back to. The Super Ninja Bunny Roll was the standout for me -- 10/10. It's not only really cool looking, but genuinely one of the best pieces of sushi I've had. There is an upcharge for it, but I thought it was absolutely worth it. The seared salmon was also excellent, 9/10. Seared salmon is usually my go-to, and Temaki Bar does it really well. The bang bang shrimp was probably my least favorite. I'd give it a 7/10. It was okay, but I'm not usually a big fan of bang bang shrimp at restaurants, and I thought the portion was a little small for the price. Overall, I really enjoy Temaki Bar and would definitely recommend it if you're looking for good sushi in Encinitas. The Super Ninja Bunny Roll alone is worth trying!

Jose, the manager, went above & beyond! He truly cares about their customers and I appreciate that…read more Not a lot of places any more that really care and go beyond. The food is really good and it's a go-to for me/us. And the pricing is very reasonable! Highly recommend.

I came here because of the great reviews and its a place that always seems busy and popular. When I…read morewalked in I saw couples, families with kids, etc. I got really excited because it was a weeknight and I thought if a place like this is packed on a weeknight it has to be good. It's a big open restaurant but it has a nice clean vibe and it was perfect space for a date night out. But I'm so sad to note that I wasn't very impressed by the sushi. The fish felt really dry and not very flavorful at all. I got a salmon roll and a spicy tuna and both were underwhelming. The garlic edamame was also too sweet for the taste not the flavor to be expected which bummed me out. Maybe it was just an off night for the restaurant? I'm not sure but I think I'll opt for a different sushi place next time.

Very authentic. Very friendly. I had Unagi sushi,…read morecaterpillar roll, and they did not have Hamachi. They offered a different fish that was similar. The beverages they have our beer, wine, and soda. I had a ginger ale. I'll definitely be going back and bringing friends.

Just okay. Food:…read more3/5 My company tells me the rolls get smaller and smaller every time they come here. The food is not bad, but it's also not great. This is the most middle of the road sushi place I've been to, but I would not say this is a "safe" pick for sushi in the area. If you order anything with imitation crab, it will come as a massive chunk in the middle with no mayo or anything to balance out the taste. The eel sauce is strong in the Caterpillar Roll and the Sashimi Roll is pretty confusing flavor-wise. The hand rolls are yum, but there's not much inside of them. You'll just get "okay" food. Service: 3/5 Service is fine, nothing to comment. No news is good news. Atmosphere: 2/5 It's fine in here. The ambiance is nice. I am not a fan of the tiny plates they have us. There is a loud CLUCK that happens every now and then from the chefs preparing the rolls that is both disorienting and annoying. Final rating: 2.66 (rounding up to 3 on Yelp)

Delicious sushi!! Fresh sushi! Service is impeccable and…read moregreat fun atmosphere Kid friendly Order the albacore carpaccio that is my all time favorite Fresh toro. We love it

Our friends recommended we try this place and we finally had a chance too! Blue Fin has a small…read morestore front, and once you walk in you're greeted by the staff. It's a small restaurant with bar and booth seating. They have restrooms for customers. We ordered speciality rolls, regular rolls, and a hand roll. Everything tasted great! They did forget one of our rolls, so we did have to wait kind of awhile for it to come. But nonetheless, it was yummy! I think if you're in the area, Blue Fin is a spot you must try at least once.

The food and service is always AMAZING!!! The prices are fair and they have live sports games.read more

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.

Valentina has become a neighborhood staple for good reason. They're really on point overall--the…read morevibe is relaxed and unpretentious (they even have a sign reminding you that this is not a fancy restaurant), yet the food and service feel decidedly elevated. We went last night for my mom's birthday dinner and tried a few dishes we hadn't had before. The Wienerschnitzel was fantastic, as was the chuletón--a massive 32-ounce bone-in ribeye that was perfectly cooked and absolutely delicious. We also ordered several of our favorites: the patatas bravas, with perfectly crispy little squares of potato; the alcachofa, a delicious smashed artichoke with aioli and lemon; the olives, which are perfection every time; and the pan tomaquet con Ibérico--fabulous Ibérico ham served over tomato toast. For dessert, we tried the buñuelos, which reminded me of a lighter, airier version of a churro, and the crema catalana, similar to crème brûlée. Both were a great finish to the meal. Valentina manages to strike that perfect balance: casual enough to feel like a neighborhood spot you can visit all the time, but with food and service that make it feel special enough for a celebration. Another excellent dinner and definitely one of our neighborhood favorites. We usually sit at the bar but enjoyed the dining room this last time!

We made reservations earlier in the week to celebrate my birthday and arrived on time. The service…read morewas good and we were seated promptly, but unfortunately the overall experience was pretty underwhelming. Atmosphere: The restaurant is very dark and extremely loud. It was so loud that my partner and I could barely hear each other across the table, which really took away from the experience. It also didn't quite live up to the beautiful, inviting atmosphere portrayed on social media. Food & Drinks: We started with the Patatas Bravas appetizer and tuna tartar with potato-lime chips. The potatoes were delicious -- nothing groundbreaking, but very good. The tuna was pretty forgettable. We had an Aperol spritz and a beer, and neither was particularly memorable. For our mains, we had the steak frites and the fish special with chimichurri and charred lemon. The steak was okay and the fries were excellent, but both dishes were lacking flavor overall. The fish especially needed more seasoning. Dessert was crème brûlée, which was fine but nothing special. Service & Overall: Service was good, but considering we had made a reservation specifically for a birthday, I was surprised there wasn't even a small acknowledgment -- a candle, scoop of ice cream, or simple "Happy Birthday" would have been a nice touch. There was nothing. For all the hype surrounding Valentina, I left feeling pretty meh. The food was okay, the atmosphere was difficult to enjoy, and the overall experience didn't feel worth the price or hype. I wouldn't go back.

There's a reason this longtime Encinitas favorite has stuck around…read more The sushi and fish are consistently fresh, portions are GENEROUS (VERY!!), and the menu has a great mix of traditional favorites and creative specialty rolls. Service is always friendly, welcoming, and makes you feel like part of the neighborhood. The atmosphere is relaxed, lively, and family friendly, making it just as good for a casual dinner as a night out. A true small-business staple in the Encinitas community and still the go-to sushi spot for my family and I.

The lunch deals here are crazy! We got 2 LARGE rolls + miso soup + salad for $19…read more I got the: - spider roll (6/10): we both got the spider roll but felt like there was very little soft shell crab and more batter - crunchy roll + fish on top (7/10): I tried the fish itself and it was decent nothing special I would come again for the value because you cannot find all of that food for less than $20 in this economy but if you're looking for amazing quality then this might not be the place. Service was 10/10!

Had an amazing experience at Hakumaru!…read more Every roll is so fresh and creative. They do a great job of accentuating the natural flavors of each fish and adding a complementary twist either in texture or flavor. I also really appreciate the ratio of rice to fish. I leave feeling full but never too heavy because the food feels clean and refreshing!

I still think their champloo is one of the best deals in town. The fish is good quality, the…read moreservice is reliably solid, and it's just such a perfect little neighborhood spot. It's become my favorite go-to sushi place, partly because it's so close, but mostly because it's actually really good. Sometimes you don't need fancy. You just need a place you know you can count on.

Ordered two dishes from here. They only sent one with the Dasher, and the bag was sealed. I got a…read morerefund of the missing dish from DoorDash but it's annoying because then only one person has food and the other person needs to start again. The one dish I got, lemon sushi, was fine. Not spectacular, not bad. Hope you have a better experience if you go or order from here!

Solid sushi spot located right next to the Del Mar Fairgrounds with quick service and a good…read moreselection of options. We were seated pretty quickly and our food came out fast, which was definitely a plus. They had some great options that you don't always see everywhere, including Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice and Kizami Wasabi, so I was excited to try a few things. We ordered: Seared Salmon Nigiri -- 8/10: Asked for the salmon to be seared and it came out really good. Definitely one of my favorites of the meal. Miso Soup -- 7/10: Solid and flavorful, but nothing that really stood out. Spicy Scallop Handroll -- 7/10: Good flavor and texture, but I wanted a little more from it. Shrimp Tempura Roll -- 8/10: Crispy, flavorful, and probably my second favorite of what we ordered. Crispy Rice -- 7/10: Good overall and a fun appetizer, but could have used a little more flavor. Overall, I'd give the experience 4/5. The quick service, variety, and quality of the sushi made it a good experience. A few dishes were really good, while others were more average, but I'd definitely come back to try some of the other items on the menu.

Ok ok I'll say it, this might be my new favorite sushi place! They were poppin on a Sunday night…read morebut our party of two was seated quickly. The staff was moving quickly but stopped to check on us in passing. I'm all about two specific dishes. The TNT was so tasty. I loved the fried onions on top of the roll. I've never had anything like this. The onions weren't soft in the middle and fries on the outside. Such a great addition. As for the TROPICAL SEARED CARPACCIO, just woooow. It's not what I expected! It's like a nigiri but instead of rice it had imitation crab on the bottom. To top it all off it had cilantro and a tiny slice of lime on top. Yum, it was so fresh and delicious. I keep craving these guys! Can't wait to come back.

Visiting from out of town, and we enjoyed this place a year ago so we came back again. We came…read morehere for an early dinner on a Monday and it wasn't crowded. The outside patio was nice. It wasn't too sunny and had a breeze. I don't know if it is everyday, but the bar downstairs had karaoke. The food was delicious and portions were big. The Beach Bum is their version of a spicy tuna on crispy rice. Each bite was a mouthful and it was delicious. I ordered their salmon skin roll, thinking it would be a small roll since I wasn't that hungry. Well, I struggle to finish it all. It was just too much for me. My daughter order the Tasha Combo 1. It says substitution, but my daughter is allergic to shrimp. They were able to swap it out with another salmon for an up charge. She enjoyed it a lot. We also got two Udon soups, which my wife and son liked a lot. My other daughter got the Salmon Teriyaki, which she loved. For the vegetarian, there is a good variety. The udon soup is vegetarian and we just got one without the fish cakes. We also got the fried tofu without the bonito flakes (which is fish). Overall, a very nice place for Japanese food. We definitely will come again.