The food and the service were beyond words. Each meal is served fresh and made to your particular…read moreorder. You feel as though you are eating a meal at your family's home. The staff is amazing and friendly. The restaurant is located just off the area called the Cove, which is an amazing view of the beach. I highly recommend Shiku to anyone that enjoys excellent seafood and AWESOME service.

10/10 Jacky is absolutely amazing! From the moment we sat down she was very very welcoming,…read moreattentive, and made us feel right at home. She gave great recommendations especially for my toddler and made sure everything came out fresh and exactly how we wanted it. Her energy was positive, professional, and she truly went above and beyond to make our experience special. It's rare to find service with patience with a baby and toddler that genuinely stands out, but Jacky definitely was on TOP!!

The view at this place is amazing. My friends and I watched the sunset by the window, and it was…read moreeverything. The atmosphere alone made the experience so special. We got our food in a timely manner, and our waiter was honestly the best. He was attentive, made jokes with us, and kept the conversation going, which made the whole night even more enjoyable. I really appreciate experiences where the people around you, including other guests, are kind and open to sharing recommendations. Our waiter also gave great suggestions and was very hospitable to me and my friends. We had a party of seven, and he still accommodated us really well. The food came out quickly, and the appetizers were amazing. I definitely recommend the calamari rings. The only thing I would note is that the wait was a little long, but that was mainly because of where we wanted to sit, and it is a pretty popular spot. We waited about 30 minutes, but it worked out because we walked down to the beach and had a really nice late night walk. Overall, it was such a great experience and definitely worth it.

LOVEDDD dining here!! i was looking for ramen spots to try out in san diego and so many people…read morerecommended blue ocean / harumama! we were seated at a booth by the window -- since we came at night, we couldn't see the ocean, but i'm certain the view would be beaaautiful during the day or at sunset. such a cute date night spot :3 overall, the atmosphere was super modern and spacious. waiter was polite, meh service was just average. the me so hot ramen was yummy, but would probs get less or no peanuts next time. hawaiian roll had a yummy sauce and was DELISH, i was honestly surprised at how many rolls there were!! i was most looking forward to the cutie character buns hehe. chicken bun = soft and plush, texture inside reminded me of a tuna melt bunny bun = perfect, chef's kiss, no notes if you don't mind a short walk, skip the valet and find street parking (we found spots along ivanhoe ave on a weekday).

Superb omakase experience with great quality fish and vibes. Nothing truly beats having smooth,…read morebuttery fish on a dinner night. Out of the dishes I got -- hon maguro nigiri, ika with shiso nigiri, iwashi nigiri, nodoguro nigiri, zuke nigiri, himitsu roll, and himitsu sushi -- my favorite was surprisingly the ika with shiso nigiri. The ika was fresh and the shiso gave that sweet and delicate notes that did not disappoint. Although this was my favorite, all the other nigiris were also amazing as expected from a quality omakase place. Service was quick and friendly. Our server checked on us quite often. Chef mitsu also consistently made sure that we were enjoying the food and experience. The chef also gave his opinions on various fish and gave background to what fish he likes to select and suggest. Honestly, there was nothing better than hearing from a chef who loves his art and craft.

I went with my mom for a bday celebration since the reviews looked good and I wanted to try a new…read morespot. The waitress was very nice but the sushi was fishy, rubbery and inedible. We had a bento box, Himitsu roll (which was fishy), the sushi lover set and the soft shell crab appetizer. The soft shell crab was the best thing there but I could not even finish half of my sushi due to how rubbery and inedible the rest of sushi was. The rice also fell apart immediately prior to picking it up with my chopsticks. I tried to just eat the sashimi without the rice to not waste food but we couldn't. The Bento box included salad that wasn't cleaned properly and included sausages and a very small amount of fish as the main course. There were also bones in a lot of the fish & eel nigiri (which I haven't experienced before) When asked how things tasted I mentioned that the sushi was rubbery and I couldn't finish the rest. She offered me to take it home which I politely declined. We were then charged a 20% service fee bundled in as a tip and this was not disclosed when we initially sat down. This was not only one of the most expensive lunches but my mom & I ended up getting sick later on that night and should have left halfway through the meal. Needless to say we will not be returning. We had hoped they would offer some sort of price break or an exchange for something else but it was such a horrible experience we just wanted to leave. Such a slimey way to do business and not disclosing a mandatory service fee.

Takaramono Sushi may have the best miso soup by a long shot, and the miso soup has got the most…read moredelicious salmon. The sushi is also amazing and I love that nigiri comes with one piece instead of two pieces: You can try different fish without committing to two pieces, and you also end up paying less for one piece. As a consequence of being served just one piece, the chefs make sure that each piece matters, and you can taste and observe the extra TLC: Each beautiful piece is a gastronomic indulgence! As expected, the service is great. The restaurant is small but each time I've been here, it was never packed. This is one of San Diego's best kept secrets and I hope Takaramono Sushi is here to stay!

I came here with a fellow Yelp Elite for a late dinner on a Saturday night. We made a reservation…read morewhile on route and snagged the last available table. We were the last table seated and the last to close out the restaurant. We ordered the following: - 2 hot green tea - tako wasa (raw octopus) - seaweed salad - nigiri set - sashimi set - hamachi special - ahi fiesta roll We were very satisfied with the freshness of the fish. What really stood out from the sashimi and nigiri sets were the extra sweet scallops. I could eat a whole plate of it, and that alone is worth a repeat visit! I'm normally not a huge hamachi fan, but the light and citrusy sauce that came with the hamachi special was indeed special. Likewise, the ahi fiesta roll was quite amazing. I try to avoid rolls because of the rice, but have to admit this was worth the extra carb calories. The one thing I did not care for was the tako wasa. I did not realize this was diced raw octopus, otherwise I would not have ordered it. I had this once before a few years back and can say adamantly that I do not like raw and slimy octopus. The marinade was flavorful, but this just wasn't for me. The restaurant was a bit small and was tastefully decorated. I liked that they had a basket for my purse so I didn't have to fuss with it. Our server was very friendly and as attentive as he could be. He was the only server and did his best to make sure our tea cups were refilled with hot water. The restaurant was rather busy when we arrived, and we acknowledged that he did his best. There was some wait time, but we didn't mind because we really enjoyed our experience here. This restaurant is flagged for a repeat visit, for sure!

What a steal! They have dine in specials every day! For…read moreSaturday they have a combo for $20 only, you'll get a special heartbreak roll and a can of beer of which I've ordered and a miso soup for $3.95! For just $25 plus tip you already have a delicious meal! The roll was fresh, beautiful plated, big cuts and it's so good! At first I thought, you'll get a teriyaki bowl, a can of beer and a choice of special roll all for $20 only and I was like, whoaaaaa!! That's a super steal but I misread it wrong. Haha! Each day has different dine in specials for an affordable price and it's so close to work so that makes it very convenient! Service was fast, beautiful and clean restaurant! Highly recommend! Thank you!

Horrible food and services…read more First, we ordered two garage and two beer in the beginning . They served only one karake and one beer. When I pointed out the issue, the waitress did not acknowledge her mistake and she said that we are ordering additional beer and karake. I also ordered a nine pieces of sushi but she served nine pieces of sashimi. We were party of five and everyone ordered two or three dishes on the menu so we thought that someone else ordered the sashimi. Actually no one ordered the sashimi and she forgot to bring sushi that I ordered. There were no apologies for the horrible services rather blaming us. For the food, it was edible but the quality was not good. Salmon belly sushi was not from belly. It had no fats. Baja roll had way too much lemon so I couldn't taste salmon or tuna. Chicken katsu sauce was way too salty.

our server/busser erin was so helpful and cool! the food was great and we loved our experience…read more hell yeah.

Great service and great food. I'm vegetarian and really appreciated the vegan options. The Sweetie…read morePie rolls were my favorite.

We found this way after taking a night walk around La Jolla. They did not have dedicated parking…read morebut there tends to be enough people coming and going that you can usually find a spot somewhere close. The street with a few restaurants is closed off at least at night. We have come here a few times. We had the Crunch Shrimp Roll (amazing), the Salmon Avocado Roll (small for the price) and the Miso Cream Udon with Shrimp and Scallops (worth the trip). We also, after the first time, ordered a side of white rice. It is a pro move. After you finish the Miso Cream Udon add the rice and it will soak up all of the goodness. Do Not Leave Any Cream Behind. They were busy so it took a bit for them to take our order but we weren't in a hurry. There is cool art on the wall and one made of cut wood blocks that may just be held together by gravity. I was very tempted to remove a block but I don't want to get banned from this place as we want to come back : )

Located a few minutes walk from La Jolla Shores, Sushi Mori offers casual indoor and outdoor…read moreseating. We stopped by for a spontaneous sushi lunch and ordered a couple of basic rolls to share which came with the standard soy sauce, wooden chopsticks and fresh ginger. Service was swift and friendly. My only beef was that the plastic water "glasses" were yellowed and old looking and should probably be replaced. Parking: Free nearby neighborhood street parking which could be tough in the summer months. Date of visit: December 2025. Helpful?

My friends and I were visiting San Diego and really wanted to try sushi in the area. After numerous…read moredebates on where to go, we decided to give Kinoyume a try and needless to say they did not disappoint. We ordered green dragon roll, katana roll, calamari, and a sashimi platter. All of which were extremely good. I have to strongly recommend the katana roll. I love how its so well balanced. The avocado, thin lemon slice, and salmon goes so well together. The service was amazing. Our server did well checking in on us and helped clear tables consistently.

I'm sorry to say this but personally, I'm not a big fan. I found that the sushi was underwhelming…read moreto say the least, the fish was average in quality and I felt the rice was far too sticky, even considering sticky sushi rice. The calamari was underwhelming as well, the squid itself was too rubbery. On top of that, the price was simply too much to justify the food. In terms of service, I actually thought they did quite well. The servers were attentive, personable, and very nice. It's a fairly nice restaurant, so ambiance follows suit. It's not amazing, but it's comfy, and you won't be disappointed by it.

Sushi Ota is easily one of my favorite sushi spots, it doesn't look like much from the outside but…read moreonce you step inside it is so cozy and welcoming. We tried the Crunchy Salmon Roll, Volcano Roll, and Diego Roll, and all were excellent. Super fresh fish, beautifully presented, and really well balanced rice/fish ratio. The atmosphere is refined and intimate, which makes the whole experience feel a bit more special. Service is always friendly, attentive, and professional without being over the top. They're usually busy (for good reason), so I'd definitely recommend making a reservation. Even if there's a wait, it's worth it. Hands down, some of the most meticulously crafted sushi I've had in the U.S.

So far, Sushi Ota is my favorite sushi spot in SD. They…read moreserve high quality sushi at a price that is reasonable for what you're getting. I came here with my parents who also loved it. It's authentic and does not overprice based on hype or pomp. I got the Chef's Choice Nigiri, and every piece was delicious. I'll definitely be coming back!

Walk-in on a Saturday around 12:30 and got seated 30 minutes later. Limited menu but delicious…read more(and you can purchase a side of curry). Staff were really friendly. Side note that their patio seating area is now closed so wait will be busier!

Place is on the smaller side but it's very nice. Had the beef tongue, it was alright but I wouldn't…read moreget again. It was tougher than others that I've had and was oversalted, also expensive for the small amount it was (~19$). The deluxe katsu was very yummy. The meat was tender and the scallops were incredible. Only complaint is that the breading sometimes slipped off a bit and that the deluxe set doesn't come with rice. Servers were always super fast. Solid 3.5 or 8/10