Dinner on a Saturday night…read more My friend lives in La Jolla and suggested trying Akari since it was under newer management from previous years. Everything was great - the service, decor and most importantly, the sushi. I ordered the protein roll, a Philadelphia roll and a beer. Everything tasted fresh and given that we're a beach city, I liked how the protein roll came on a dish in the shape of a shell (see photo). I was happy that they had my Ichiban beer, as not all places serve it, but they only have it the large size and normally I order the regular size. They had comfy booths to sit in and a beautiful mural on the wall, which added to the ambiance. I felt like the restaurant was clean - a very important factor when eating raw fish! I don't get to downtown La Jolla very often, but I will definitely go back here again when in the area. Parking can be a little bit tricky, but we came in the early evening to avoid the later dinner weekend crowd. So we drove around for a bit and finally found a spot. The restaurant is definitely worth the effort!

GOOD SUSHI IN LA JOLLA (4.3 stars)…read more - FOOD: pretty good; very fresh fish - PRICE: fair - SERVICE: excellent - AMBIANCE: quaint sushi restaurant (which I like; nice and quiet and chill) I knew something about the execution was familiar. I didn't know it until after eating there and reading a review that this is the sister location of So Cal Sushi (in Normal Heights) and after comparing the menus it made sense! What stood out to me when I knew nothing about this restaurant was that spicy tuna is in majority of their speciality rolls and after tasting it I had thought 'this seems familiar' - sometimes spicy tuna (in anything) can be overdone, played out, or not really cared for. Same thought when I first ate at the sister restaurant in Normal Heights when they first opened years ago - too much of it. But overall execution of the meal was good. :: ORDER :: MISO SOUP ($3.95) - served with wakame, negi, and tofu. average/typical. KURODAI ($9.25) - they have rotation fish list and saw an offering of Kurodai and had to try it. First of all, my favorite is Nodoguro but they didn't have that and was told closest to that was Kurodai. Honestly, I thought differently - didn't really come close to Nodoguro but Kurodai is also a nice cut of fish. The texture was somewhat firm and the taste was light and clean in flavor with a little subtle ending taste of faint sweetness. The fish was extremely fresh and you can taste it immediately. HIGHLY RECOMMEND CITRUS BLISS ROLL ($21.95) - spicy tuna, krab, and cucumber. Topped with salmon, avocado, spicy mayo, crunchies, and unagi sauce. I loved how they make the rolls - not too much rice nor dense packing, very tender and soft roll, easy to consume and eat more without feeling full, and the perfect amount of cut rolls per serving. You can taste the spicy, little bit of creamy, and a good amount of citrus... and if you dunk the roll in soy sauce you get the salty. It is a good roll if you like spicy and citrus - for me I like citrus more than spicy. The roll was good I ate everything, BUT I do feel there could be some improvements. I know people love spicy but when it comes to raw fish - that needs to shine in the sushi. yes tuna is basic but overkilling the flavor to make it spicy isn't for everyone (as it's in nearly every speciality roll). I would recommend lowering the spicy in the tuna because it already has spicy mayo included + it allows the customer to control their spicy level. The sriracha takes over the taste and when eating sushi the spicy for me should come from the wasabi (not soaking good quality fish in a sriracha bath). I wish they also offered their rolls with regular tuna instead of spicy tuna. I will def be back! Overall great place. Until the next bite...

We ordered the mango roll, Philadelphia roll, vegas roll, miso soup, tempura veggies, and garlic…read moreedamame. The food was great! The service was fast and we were constantly checked on. It was also SUPER reasonably priced!

Place to come with a big group to share a bunch of rolls and do some sake bombs…read more Most of the rolls are just California topped with something or something added. I wouldn't be coming here for the highest quality fish that melts in your mouth. Atmosphere is bare bones.

Ordered some takeout sushi to satisfy a late night craving. Impressed with the rolls. I also…read moreordered the deep fried jalapeño poppers which were pretty good, but the rolls were definitely better. I'd be interested in stopping by the actual restaurant for some ramen next time once the weather cools down

We got seated fairly quickly and service was also pretty fast…read more I'd rate Gyoza 2/5. I didn't feel like they were deep fried enough. Jumbo Karaage was tasty so would rate that 4/5. G Spot roll was our absolute favorite!! Would def go back for that. Lastly, surfer crunch roll was mid. Nothing too special to it. Overall, I'd like to go back to try the ramen next time. It seemed like a lot of the guests around us were mainly ordering that. I'd def go back for the g spot roll and would like to try a different roll instead of the surfer crunch.

Cherryfish -- easily a 10/10!…read more From the beautiful interior and inviting ambiance to the attentive service, delicious food, and well-made drinks, we had such a great experience here. Our group ordered several dishes to share so we could try a little bit of everything, and there wasn't a single thing we didn't enjoy. Everything was flavorful, beautifully presented, and left us wanting to try even more of the menu. Cherryfish truly feels like a hidden gem! We made a reservation for 5 PM on a Sunday, right when they opened, which ended up being perfect. It was quiet and relaxed when we arrived, but around 6-6:30 PM, the restaurant started filling up. If you prefer a more relaxed dining experience without worrying about a wait, I'd recommend going earlier and making a reservation just to be safe. Great ambiance, great service, and even better food. I'll definitely be back to work my way through the rest of the menu! Highly recommend.

Made a res for 11 months ago for a Saturday and I'm glad we did, because it was full. Has indoor…read moreand outdoor seating but it had an open concept. Everyone seems to like the Akami roll on Yelp, so got that and the Wagyu fried rice and kimchi okonomiyaki to split. The cherryfish cocktail was delish, so light and sweet. The miso soup is a skip. On my first sip, I had a burnt crispy bit that probably came from the charred tofu, which is an interesting choice. It made the whole soup taste burnt, and that simply doesn't belong in miso soup. The okonomiyaki came first, and it was the best thing all night. The beef was tender, and the sides were crispy. It got pretty soggy in the middle, but overall flavors were well balanced. Wagyu fried rice was oily and mushy. Seems like they might use fresh rice instead of day old rice to make it. It was also sour?? I was very confused. Good sizable amounts of wagyu, albeit they weren't super tender pieces. Akami roll was a let down, the bluefin tuna quality wasn't great. Tougher than it should be and the daikon radish was stringy, leaving you chewing long after the bite should be done. The ambiance of this place is very cool, moody, and intimate. Kind of funny because they just tried to put anything remotely Asian in there as decor. A girl in our bachelorette party also had a pretty severe allergic reaction to potential cross contamination, after letting our server know about her allergies. She spent the latter half of dinner throwing up, so be transparent about any allergies you may have. Overall expensive and could probably get better quality fish elsewhere.

Came here for lunch. Got the chirashi (my go-to for wanting fish variety + filling rice for…read morecheaper than individual nigiri... just build it in muh mouth!) which was fantastic. Wife got a buncha safe salmon nigiri and the hamachi toastadas -- everything was super tasty. Attentive service and cute decor inside, what's not to like?

I can't give them a 5, but that might just be because I haven't tried most of their sushi items. I…read morelove this place! Bar seating is amazing and the chef talks with you, makes recommendations and it's just a wonderful experience. I did mostly hot dishes and they were good. I would make a reservation for the bar and I'd skip the miso soup, but otherwise probably the most satisfying meal I've had in San Diego so far. Scallop appetizer: this would be the dish I ask for as my last meal 10/10 perfection! Miso soup: 7/10 not a lot of tofu or wakabe Tempura crab: 7/10 with the lemon and salt addition is 9/10 Blu fin nigiri: 8/10 I've had better at one other place in San Diego so I can't say it's the best but it is good Yellow tail nigiri:10/10 I cannot say enough good things about this Wagyu nigiri: 8/10 flavorful but just not my jam

Four stars for Jrdn. The view is superb, and the scallops were the highlight of our dinner. When I…read moreasked the executive chef about them, he took the time to tell me the whole story behind the dish. After we finished, he came back to ask what I thought. I loved them. The halibut was excellent, too. The burger was the miss. It was dry and tasted a little off. Our server was pleasant, but disappeared for long stretches, so we waited for just about everything. The rest of the serving team clearly knew how to get things done. Between the view, the scallops, the halibut, and the chef's personal attention, I'd go back. I'd just hope for more consistent service next time

Loved my visit here! Right by the water, it's a great location & has a pretty interior. There's a…read morelarge projector screen for games, a good sized bar inside/outside wrapping to the patio. In a Friday night around 7 we were able to get in immediately and sit at a table! The calamari was delicious 10/10. I loved the addition of the fried broccoli & peppers, those were great too, as well as the sauce served with! Drinks were great, too. For three drinks & an appetizer the total was about $100. I'd return :)

Excellent food , great service . Sushi Ota has been a…read moreclassic Japanese restaurant in Mission Bay of San Diego . Reservation is a must even if you dine in a weekday . We ordered the OTO B set , one order of the Tokusen nigiri, 3 pc shrimp tempura and Matcha ice cream . To be continued...

Very good sushi in an unsuspecting spot near a 7-11 off the freeway. Service was solid and food…read morecame out very quickly. The o toro sashimi melts in your mouth. Worth every penny. Overall, this place is pricey like most sushi spots in San Diego. Ambiance is nice, it looks nothing like you'd expect from the outside.

Takaramono Sushi is easily one of the best sushi spots we've been to in San Diego. It's a bit more…read moreelevated than your typical sushi restaurant, and you won't find an overwhelming list of traditional rolls here, which I really appreciate. The menu is thoughtfully curated, with just a handful of rolls and more of an emphasis on sashimi and nigiri, which is exactly what we love. The restaurant itself is smaller and intimate, which added to the experience, and having convenient parking was a plus. Service was quick and attentive, and our waiter was incredibly helpful with recommendations throughout the meal. We started with the cucumber salad and seaweed salad, both fresh, light, and refreshing. The A5 Wagyu is an absolute MUST, truly one of the highlights of the night. It was unbelievably good and practically melted in your mouth. We also ordered the Hamachi, La Jolla Roll, and Pearl Roll, and every single one was exceptional. I honestly couldn't choose a favorite! I'm so glad we decided to try Takaramono. Everything felt fresh, beautifully prepared, and thoughtfully done from start to finish. Definitely a place we'll be coming back to. So, so good!

This was my fourth visit to Takaramono Sushi and it has been consistently excellent in terms of the…read morequality of the fish and the attentive and accommodating sushi chefs. It is located in a rather strange location with a small, very awkward parking lot on the NW corner of Pearl Street and La Jolla Blvd. kitty corner from the Baskin Robbins. However, it is very walkable from anywhere in the beach area or downtown La Jolla. Food is excellent and sushi chefs are very accommodating. For example, we ordered spicy tuna, hamachi and salmon hand rolls with avocado which were not on the menu and they were excellent. We had several orders of sashimi and nigiri and all were very fresh and delicious. We also ordered the La Jolla Roll, which is a rainbow roll with premium sashimi (salmon and bluefin toro and scallops...) on top of a California Roll with real snow crap instead of "krab". I also appreciate that they use real seaweeds for their garnishes and offer both "real" wasabi with mashed up green horseradish along with the more familiar pressed "soy sauce wasabi". Good sake selection, but no draft beers--only 12 oz bottles of light Japanese beers. Noise levels at the sushi bar are a bit overwhelming, particularly when they use butane torches to sear the fish and meat dishes. Service could also be more attentive. We waited about 15 minutes for our bill even though it was not busy. Food makes up for these minor deficits though. Overall a great spot. Highly recommended.

Wish I had came sooner they have so many good food and great prices…read more The employee are extremely nice

We were staying at a hotel nearby and decided to get takeout. We want Chinese so this was the only…read moreplace that was pretty much open at Pacific Beach. We walked in there, the restaurant was clean. There was nobody there. The nice lady took our order and then went in the back to cook it. The service was fast and quick. The food I would have to say was OK, nothing special. I do recommend you try it out if you were in the area.

owner reached out and he's a good guy, im editing my review -…read more Food is excellent Tip: Order the grilled items (grilled salmon) first from the left side line to save you a lot of time Tip: Parking is difficult 30 minutes free in lot, and then $14+ after at the paid. Extending our lunch to $100 for four.

We hit this spot on our way home from San Diego, and it easily became one of our favorite finds of…read morethe trip. We each built a customized regular Poke Bowl, and everything was spot-on. The fish was incredibly fresh and served in a very generous portion, the toppings were crisp, and the sauces were delicious. The bowls are a bit pricey, but absolutely worth it and spot-on for a tourist area. The service was seamless and quick, and the vibe inside is funky and modern with plenty of picnic-table-style seating that could accommodate any size group. We will definitely be back next time we're in town.