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Sushi Kuchi

3.8 (430 reviews)
Closed • 11:30 am - 10:00 pm
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Happy hour specials

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Catherine M.

Came in for lunch with my family and had a great time! The wait for food wasn't long and there are so many options to choose from. The sushi and spicy sesame chicken were delicious! The service was great and the bathroom was clean as well.

Tyra S.

I love me some sushi!!! ...I can eat this all the time and Sushi Kuchi is one of my favorite sushi spots to go to. Between this location and Mission Valley, they never let me down. I always get the Play Boy Roll, Sweet Hawaiian Roll, White Boy Roll and my absolute favorite Vegas Roll! ...tasty, yet satisfying. The service is always great and super friendly. I like to dine in for their 50% off on the rolls and go during lunch time for a less crowded meal. I am already thinking of my next visit for the Vegas Roll!

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vincent j.

I got the salmon skin tempura, spicy edamame , and the tornado 151. I really enjoyed my food, the waiter was super helpful, and attentive to us. While the food was good, we got a roll (star wars roll) that seemed frozen or something because it was slightly tough. The manager was kind enough and didn't charge us for it. Much appreciated! Other than that the food tasted pretty good. Highly recommend the cooked rolls.

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Mery P.

There was no wait time which should've been our first sign since it is usually busy on Convoy especially in this parking lot. The food was alright but nothing special. Be careful when reading the menu because if it doesn't say it's a roll then there is no rice specifically for the sushi section. I highly do not recommend the tornado roll. The restaurant was pretty quiet but it was because there wasn't that much people.

Veronica H.

We finally stopped by after having numerous people recommend us this location. Service was amazing, the young lady was really attentive. It was just us and another party during lunch hour. Our food came out relatively fast. We were impressed by the size of the sushi rolls, they are definitely meant to be shared. Our favorites were the deep fried ones, they had such a great crunchy consistency that paired perfectly with the creaminess of the filling. We ordered a ramen, but we were disappointed when we realized it was just top ramen nothing extra was added to make it special. We sent it back, didn't make a big deal about it nor did we request for it to be taken off our check. Once we paid and looked at our check on our way out we realized the young girl took it off our bill. This was a gesture that was appreciated and speaks highly of their customer service. The music playing in the background was a great 2000s playlist. This is definitely a place you want to visit during lunch hour to avoid to crowds and come ready to eat.

Star Wars Roll
Liza L.

First time trying this place. Door Dashed a couple rolls: Bad Boy Roll and Vegas Roll. Sushi pieces were thick. The Vegas Roll was delicious and fulfilling. Bad Boy roll was also good, liked how the lemon slices were thin so it was edible. Docking a few stars, it would have been nice to have chopsticks and soy sauce packets with my order. Also, I haven't dined so I can't comment on the visual experience of the location. I did like how they packed a big serving of ginger, my fave. Thank You Sushi Kuchi!

Vivian C.

Sushi Kuchi is a great place to get delicious sushi in San Diego.Sushi rolls were very tasty. Good service , helpful and beyond, food is also served quickly and efficiently. The restaurant has a wide variety of rolls to choose from, as well as sashimi, nigiri, and other Japanese dishes. We tried rolls and sashimi and every one of them was very good , fresh and well prepared, the prices are very reasonable and clean place!

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Alexis S.

My first time and i have been a San Diegan Half my life i am ashamed i did not stop by here earlier Must some friends visiting from out of town and just had some good drinks. Happy hour i believe and the beer of choice was Sapporo Will come back to try the food and add a star :)

Ace D.

Kuchi Sushi is one of my go to sushi spots. The fish tastes fresh, the rolls are well prepared, and the service has always been friendly. The restaurant has a relaxed vibe that makes it easy to enjoy a casual meal. Only downside is the parking lot can get pretty crowded.

Luci A.

The food here never disappoints. I've been here dozens of times over the past couple of years, decided it was time to write a review. The service is fast- whether you're picking up to go or dining in! Everyone is kind, the atmosphere is open and welcoming. Absolutely favorite sushi in SD. Prices are reasonable! Will be back sooner than later, & then again later haha.

Gyoza Vegas Roll Tempura California Roll
Eric S.

Delicious deep fried sushis. Staff is very nice and restaurant is clean. Nice outside seating.

Chad O.

Sushi was very fresh and you can tell it was made very authentically and proportionately acceptable. I was surprised at how cute the bathroom was decorated too. Definitely gave off the San Diego aesthetics. The service was amazing and got seated as soon as we walked in.

Jenna C.

I love to come to Sushi Kuchi. My favorites are the Vegas roll and jalapeño poppers - they hit it out of the park every time. Most of their other rolls are standard and the nigiri is solid. When the quality is off, the servers are helpful to try to fix the problem. Their other noodles and rice bowls are average. Every time I've come here the service is great and the wait time for food isn't too long. The 50% prices are good (expensive for their premium rolls). But the parking can be really difficult during the evening, especially on the weekends so I usually park a few blocks away and walk.

Crispy Rice, play boy, bad boy, Mango Roll, Spicy Garlic Edamame, salmon nigiri

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Reviews are mixed. Many praise the friendly, attentive staff, wide sushi selection, and relaxed, clean atmosphere. Pricing is generally reasonable, though some find the discount system confusing.

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Ask the Community - Sushi Kuchi

Do you have gluten free options?

The protein roll is my go to.

Is the 50% off applicable to takeout orders?

Take out is 40%

Is there $1 sake bombs at this location?

Hell yes

Do you close at 9:30 or 10?

We close at 10:00 pm from Sun - Thurs and 11:00 pm on Fri - Sat. We do have last call 15 minutes before closing!

Did this place used to be About Fish?

Yes, but now we are Sushi Kuchi! Hope you come and check us out!

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4.4(3.6k reviews)
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I have heard amazing things about Azuki. So was super excited to final it try it! We had…read morereservations at 6pm. We showed up on time but still had to wait 20 mins to get out table, which wasnt really ideal. But they did offer us free nigiri to make up for it was a nice touch. We sat at the sushi bar which was cool to see the chefs in action. They also had seating outside and a second floor as well. I got the strawberry matcha cocktail. This had to one my favorite cocktails in SD! The strawberry flavor was so fresh. And the fact that there wasn't an ounce of green but the matcha flavor still comes through was amazing! For sushi, I got the bluefin four ways. If your a fan if tuna I would highly recommend, it was delicious and a nice way to try the different cuts of tuna. We also got 2 nigiris, sake toro and scallops. Both also amazing. The rolls we got were the Rainbow Roll and the Super Dragon. Both delicious. One thing I do appreciate is that they use real blue crab instead of imitation crab. Will definitely come back! And highly recommend anyone to try it out!

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4.4(622 reviews)
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This was the perfect choice for a warm, hearty meal paired with an adorable ambiance. My friends…read moreand I came on a Wednesday evening and we were sat outside due to the inside being packed full. The staff were super friendly and accommodating, offering to move us as soon as something inside opened up, but the night was beautiful and we loved the outside vibes anyways. Throughout the meal, the service was also top quality. We were checked on consistently and everyone was very kind. For drinks, we tried the strawberry soda, matcha latte with whole milk, and the iced earl grey lavender milk tea. The matcha had a satisfying earthy flavor to it, but my favorite had to be the milk tea. Those earl grey and lavender flavors were vibrantly present with each sip, complementing each other deliciously. After serious debating, we ending up with four food options: The hayashi omurice, chicken karaage, tuna mayo bakudan onigiri, and the hatsuzakara curry. The omurice was definitely my favorite of the night, followed closely by the karaage! The only thing I wasn't satisfied with was the onigiri which just fell on the bland side in comparison with all the other amazing food. Still, the filling was tasty once I broke through the mountain of rice! Overall, this was a great experience for my friends and I, and we would definitely recommend others to try it out!! It was the perfect place to be for some warm comfort food.

We visited Hatsuzakura around 1:30 pm on a Saturday and waited over an hour to be seated and…read morereceive our food. Apparently, our table had been ready, but the previous party had already paid and refused to leave. The staff eventually let us sit separately while waiting, and I appreciated how communicative they were throughout the situation. Food: We ordered the Hayashi Omurice, Salmon Onigiri, and Karaage. Unfortunately, the food was pretty disappointing. The Karaage was alright and probably the only dish we somewhat enjoyed. No one was a fan of the Hayashi Omurice, and while the Salmon Onigiri was much bigger than your typical onigiri, it was about 90% rice with barely any filling. I also found it pretty lacking in flavor. The presentation was definitely cute, but the food itself didn't live up to it. Service: The staff was kind and communicative throughout the long wait, which we really appreciated. Ambiance: Very homey and comforting inside. The space and food presentation make it a cute spot for pictures. Unfortunately, the service and ambiance were the highlights of our visit rather than the food. It's a shame because the place is really cute, but I don't see myself coming back.

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4.4(573 reviews)
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We went to Charlie & Echo and they sent us two doors down to order our dinner from Cui Daore. It…read morewas ran by two very nice gentlemen that evening. We placed our orders and went back to Charlie & Echo. The restaurant delivered our food orders to the restaurant! The sushi rolls were great! Everything was very fresh. The don buri bowls also looked pretty good though I didn't try them this time. My friends liked their Salmon and the pork bowls.

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I've been coming here since probably 2016-2017, and it used to be the best unknown place for…read moreauthentic Japanese food, like if you close your eyes tight and eat your food. You feel like you're in Tokyo. Alas, right before COVID social media blew it up and now there is always a line and a wait, I'm sure the business is happy but I miss my local late night after work izikaya. None the less. I still frequent as much as possible. The wait is the biggest deterrent if I'm hungry hungry. I'd suggest, especially if a party bigger than 2, showing up early to put your name on the list. The decor- classic traditional izikaya, if you've been to Japan, you know. Beer, sake, and tons of options for small plates and sushi to share, and of course some amazing ramen. Service- we've always had great service here, the staff is Japanese so for those looking for the "American" style service, may be a bit off putting. No large smiles and how is your day, it's more what would you like to eat and let me get it for you. The food, the food always brings me back. Jelly fish salad- always a must to start Negi Hama - we ordered 2 this time to share cause it was so good Hamachi Kama- because duh, it was perfectly cooked and tasted AMAZING!! Player 2 got the Hakata ramen and I got the Shoyu. I always go back and forth, honestly you can't go wrong with either. If you like the thicker more rich broth though I'd say stick with the Hakata. Eel donburi- we are big backs and like to eat, don't skip on this one. It is amazing All and all, if you enjoy authentic Japanese food, served unabashedly in a Japanese setting, this is the place for you.

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