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    Sushi Taisho

    4.4 (316 reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 9:30 pm

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    Luz O.

    I absolutely loved this sushi restaurant! Located by the beach in the heart of Carlsbad village, I came on a Sunday with my sister and the ambience was very much alive. The restaurant is located above coyote Grill . There was a live band below sushi Taisho. There is a lot of positive energy during the sunny afternoon . My sister and I ordered a passion mango sushi roll along with a side of pokey nachos and it was delicious . The restaurant was busy , it took a while for the service to realize, we have been waiting for a while. Mauricio noticed us and he took charge when the other ladies forgot about us. He gave us the mango roll as a recommendation. It did not disappoint at all. The pokey nachos were delicious. They were sweet and spicy. Overall, the fish tasted fresh. I really hope to come back.

    Taisho Combo 3
    Pamela R.

    Great sushi!!! Came in on a Tuesday night 30 min before thy closed. Service was good and food was still fresh and filling.

    Elizabeth M.

    Got here for lunch with my creative crew. This place is bright and simple, with a lot of big windows, good vibe for a midday hang. The menu is huge with celebrities named rolls as their specialty. We ordered super Mario, Bruce Lee, bob marley, unicorn. All the rolls were decent, nothing mind blowing, but nothing to complain either. I also got green tea and one of my friends ordered sake to share, both were super weak. Like, did the tea leaves and alcohol call in sick? Overall, good company and sushi were ok.

    TNT Roll and Marilyn Mon-Roll
    Trecia L.

    We came here on Sunday evening. As busy as it was, we were able to be seated along the outside one the place. You can overlook the Coyote restaurant's seating outside below. There's live music (keep in mind that if you want to talk, it's kinda loud... along with the Coaster's horn as it passes by). They have a pretty good size menu to order from. We ordered the Sushi Taisho, Marilyn Mon-Roll, and the TNT roll. The rolls were pretty good in size (larger than what we expected). It was hard to have the entire piece go into your mouth without it falling apart (at least for me). They were pretty good overall. Parking was a little tough. We couldn't find any in the parking lot so we parked on the street a few blocks away.

    Poke nachos and spicy Garlic Edamame
    Tawnya Young

    This place is by far our favorite sushi place we've ever been to. We go every time we are in the area and it never disappoints! Service is always so great, love that it's upstairs we always sit outside on the balcony.

    Danielle G.

    Haven't been to Sushi Taisho in a while! So glad I came back! It was even better than I remember! It was a beautiful day to sit out on the patio and enjoy the day with some lemon water and sushi! The fish is so fresh and delicious! Tried the poke bowl today and it was really good! It has a mustard soy sauce which was surprisingly good. I'm not a mustard fan but it was a slight taste and really complimented the bowl. I loved it! Our server was amazing! She was quick and friendly! Can't wait to come back again!

    green salad, large enough to share with 2 people, 4$
    Bridget B.

    been here easily 20 times. they are consistently fresh and everything is always delicious. posted updated menu as of march 13th 2026.

    This is the Combo #3.  Excellent, fresh sushi!
    TuLynn S.

    Second trip here: my son and I ordered the Combo #3 and added a 4 piece yellowtail sashimi, masago (flying fish roe) and some shishito peppers. All were excellent and extremely fresh. Only caveat: come HUNGRY if you order the Combo--two small rolls (California and spicy tuna) but 13 pieces if sushi (everything from tibia, yellow tail to white fish, salmon, etc). Delicious, but very filling. Coupled with two glasses of La Crema wine, and we were golden.). I love this place! (There was a live band on Wednesdays too.)

    David L.

    Sushi Taisho is very popular with the Yelpers so my family gave it a try on a recent trip to LEGOLAND. The restaurant is located on the second floor with a very modern and inviting atmosphere including a nice outdoor patio. We originally got seated outside but decided to move inside because the live music from the bar downstairs was too loud for my young kids. This Asian fusion sushi bar had lots of unique and tasty options. However with my kids we decided to go with the familiar California rolls, potstickers, egg rolls and tempura which were all very good. We'll be back again next time we head to LEGOLAND and be more adventurous and try their sushi!

    Seared Tropical Sunset Carpaccio (spicy)
    Vivian V.

    Wow! The reviews on this place were not lying. This sushi place is excellent. We came here tonight with my husband without a reservation or anything, I don't think they take any currently (so says their website). The inside is really cute with green leather booths, a cute neon sign and gold dishes for soy sauce. I enjoyed the decor. Staff was very friendly and immediately they greeted us by the door. We were seated right away. They had a couple of tables available. As a side note they have a pretty nice patio, but it was too cool for us on this night. We would definitely sit out there in the summertime and maybe bring our small dog? If allowed. We kicked things off with a couple of beers and some strawberry soju (my fav). Then we moved onto the sunset tuna carpaccio (8/10) which was delicious but a little hard to eat with all the pineapple and mango pieces falling off the fish. I liked this. My husband's pic was the New York lobster roll. He LOVED this with the lobster on top with drawn butter- a 10/10 from him. I love a salmon skin hand roll and got one here. Honestly was the best one I ever had. Salmon skin was crispy- no imitation krab in sight (I find a lot of sushi places at imitation craft to their salmon skin hand roll. I really hate when that happens as I don't like krab with a k myself) 10/10 here as well. We got a nice sushi combo to share with a mix of sashimi, nigiri, and some maki cut rolls as well. We ordered fresh wasabi (a must for me) and it was amazing and fresh. We will be back! I think I found my new favorite sushi place.

    Honey Roll
    Ren G.

    Let me preface this by saying that I would have loved to have given this place a 4-star rating, but we just can't get past the bulgogi entree that put a damper on our experience. This is such a great spot for SUSHI in Carlsbad Village! They had a good amount of seating both indoor and outdoor. They also had some heaters for their outdoor seating, which were pretty clutch on a cold winter's night. The staff were friendly and the service was fairly quick. We did beat the dinner rush though, so we were seated immediately. However, once 5:30-6pm rolled in, seats instantly filled up and they even had a line out the door. What we tried: Honey Roll - so dang delicious! It had everything I love and want in sushi roll form. The torched salmon on top was exquisite and just melted in my mouth! This has got to be my newest favorite and I can't wait to have it again already. Poke Tower - AHHHH-MAZING! I devoured this like there's no tomorrow. This was simple and straightforward in terms of poke ingredients; it was also pretty eye catching with it being a tower and all, but it actually tasted divine. The ahi tuna that it came with was fresh and tender. Every bite was just ultimate poke heaven in my mouth. Bulgogi Entree - this one was a big let down for me and my husband, especially after loving the sushi roll and poke tower. Almost every piece of beef in our dish was so dry, it was quite unpleasant to eat. They almost forgot to serve us the miso soup and salad that came with the entree too. They had it served only after we asked about it and when we were about to leave. For the price they charge you for this entree, it's definitely disappointing and not worth the money. We'd consider going back here, but only for sushi next time. I think it's safe to say we'll be skipping the entree part of their menu.

    High quality great tasting sushi!
    Deb H.

    I found this sushi restaurant on Yelp when I wanted to eat sushi near the beach in Carlsbad because it had good reviews. At first I didn't have a great first impression because NO ONE working there is Asian and I always feel like it's better to eat Italian food cooked by Italians, Mexican food cooked by Mexicans, etc. So I was prepared for some janky sushi....but it actually ended up tasting good! Like good enough where I'd eat it again! Everything was fresh and they have A HUGE menu of tons of sushi rolls to choose from which was fun. The service was outstanding! Everyone was so friendly, helpful and attentive! The restaurant is located on the second floor and you walk up stairs to the left of the restaurant to get there. Parking can be hard on prime time but it's not a far walk if you have to park outside the center on the street like I did. Overall, I'd come back here if a friend wanted to meet me here since they have such an extensive menu of fun rolls and fresh/good tasting sushi that exceeded my initial first impression!

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    I see crab listed a lot as a specialty roll filling. Is this imitation crab/krab? Or is it real crab?

    It is real crab. A huge amount. That being said, I didn't find it particularly tasty. It was a little fishy tasting, in my opinion, without much other flavor. They do have rolls/nigiri made with Krab.

    Are your gluten-free options prepared separately (so there is no cross contamination)?

    Yes, they can be upon request! They can also customize most items to make them gluten free friendly! Their rice is gluten free, they offer blue crab which is gluten free (however there is a surcharge because of how expensive blue crab typically is)… Read more

    Do you take groups of 15-20 and have the ability to do separate tabs?

    lol no

    Do you take reservations?

    No they don't. I had called in and asked this.

    Is this restaurant dog friendly?

    Hi there! We do not allow pets inside our restaurant unless they are certified service animals. However, we do have outside seating and dogs are allowed in those areas.

    Is there a Happy hour menu?

    Hi Monica! We do not have a happy hour menu at this time.

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    GONZO!

    GONZO!

    4.7(1.5k reviews)
    0.0 mi
    $$
    Family-owned & operated
    Locally owned & operated

    If you like ramen or are in the area looking for good food and atmosphere, this should be your…read morechoice. When you walk into the restaurant, you see all things Japanese, pop culture and drinks/snacks. You can get a canned/bottled drink, or around the corner, you can get a beer on tap or cocktail. You can get a menu from the counter and decide while you wait in line. The line moved fast. Then you take a number to your table. Most of their seating is outside, some in a covered patio. If you get a drink at the bar, you can sit at those tables. They had a big screen with the padre game on, no sound. I love tonkatsu, so I will say yes anytime anyone in San Diego wants to get ramen. I would say Gonzo does the toppings very well. The highlight was the chashu. The broth flavor was great, very deep, but personally I like mine a bit thicker, 8/10. If you like a thinner tonkatsu, this may be your favorite. The noodles were also very firm. When they brought our bowls, they offered a few extra sauces to make it spicier, they aren't just on the table. The staff was all very friendly and provided great service. Even two staff said bye as we walked out.

    Offering a menu of ramen and rice bowls, GONZO! freshly prepared my pickup order very quickly after…read moreI ordered in person. AMBIANCE The indoor space pays homage to Japan with paper lanterns, anime figurines. There's also plenty of covered outdoor seats. FOOD 5/5 Chicken Karaage: freshly fried, crisp, flavorful served w a lemon wedge and mayo

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    Gonzo red (miso based) with extra egg

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    Hooked on Sushi - Carlsbad

    4.4(2.1k reviews)
    2.1 mi
    $$

    My husband, our one year old, and I walked in and were seated almost immediately, which set the…read moretone for the rest of the visit. The space was clean with an easygoing atmosphere that worked well for families and adults who know good sushi. The staff ran the place with real intention. Every interaction felt genuine. They were attentive without hovering, and they handled our daughter with patience that many restaurants never pull off during a busy service. The pacing of the meal caught me off guard in the best way. This was the fastest service I have ever experienced at a sushi spot, and we go out for sushi often. Speed didn't come at the expense of quality. The fish was crisp and fresh, and every roll had its own well thought out flavor profile. The variety here sets them apart. I enjoyed everything we ordered, but the Yesterday Roll and the Honey Roll were the standouts. Both were balanced, creative, and worth returning for. The kids menu was a smart touch. Reasonable price, good portions, and actual options instead of an afterthought. Our daughter devoured the chicken teriyaki and tried her first sushi with a California roll. She was all in. Hooked on Sushi earned a repeat visit from us without hesitation. This is the kind of place that handles the basics well and raises the bar on the rest.

    Saturday night with tables available but near the kitchen. The lighting is poor at best so needed…read moremy phone light to read the menu. Service is great although the servers and bus people rarely smiled. Love love the tempura portobello mushrooms! Amazing dipping sauce. Generous amount of food that's fresh and hot especially the bento box which is a great deal. Took half of the meal home for leftovers. Downside is that the backroom is very noisy along with again being dark. Could hear the conversations from all tables around us. Best to avoid sitting in the middle tables...lots of kitchen traffic and noise

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    Hooked on Sushi - Carlsbad - Our Carlsbad location is now FULLY REOPENED!!!  Stop by today to check out the new renovations! We hope you enjoy your visit

    Our Carlsbad location is now FULLY REOPENED!!! Stop by today to check out the new renovations! We hope you enjoy your visit

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    Kai Ola Sushi | Carlsbad

    Kai Ola Sushi | Carlsbad

    4.2(110 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    Locally owned & operated
    Family-owned & operated

    This place was an amazing addition to the Village. Sushi chef, Brandon, is as talented as he is…read morefriendly. He engages with guests in such a welcoming way. Our server Audrey was spot on with the Flaming Ahi roll recommendation. DELICIOUS! Gavin was a sweetheart. The food is killer and the staff are wonderful. Love down bad Kai Ola

    Craving sushi on a Saturday night, we wanted to try a new spot for us. Yelp pointed us toward Kai…read moreOla and we thought we would give it a try. Right on one of the main drags of Carlsbad Village, Kai Ola is a little corner sushi spot with a few outdoor tables, a small dining room, and some sushi bar seating. It was quite busy when we arrived around 7:15pm and seemed to die down by about 8:30pm. We were seated at the sushi bar area. Cool points - got to watch the chef make the sushi. Always fun. Unfortunately, they reached between us sometimes to put the tickets up for the chef in the beginning, although eventually they ended up reaching behind my BF or I instead. Still distracting a bit but not like an arm between us. (We didn't choose this spot, we were out here, so it's not like we choose the "service bar" area.). Overall, we enjoyed our time here. Brendan, I believe his name was, the sushi chef was hard at work and even checked in with us. Seemed really cool. But what about the actual food!? It was good! The nagiris were my favorite. Just a little rice and let the fish shine. We had the Kampachi (Amberjack,) the New Zealand King Salmon, and the Shiro (Albacore.) (we ordered the Yellowtail as well, but I think the server didn't hear us, because we did not get it, but it wasn't on the bill so it was fine.). They were all really good. I think the King Salmon was my fav We also tried the Crispy Rice. Their version is a little different than others I am used to as they use a fried rice patty versus the rice just formed into a cake and fried. This seemed to have a crust. The rice patty was topped with spicy tuna, spicy mayo, eel sauce, masago, green onions and a jalapeno slice. At first I didn't think the tuna was spicy at all but it creeped up and had a comfortable heat. I also really enjoyed the Protein roll and it was good for my BF who was trying to not overdo it in the rice. We ended with the Tempura shrimp which had the light crisp breading and had much more of a light feeling for being fried. BF thought the whole meal was good and had nice flavors. Not inexpensive so not some place we will come weekly, but we would come back.

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    BESHOCK Ramen - Carlsbad

    BESHOCK Ramen - Carlsbad

    4.3(607 reviews)
    1.7 mi
    $$
    Vegan friendly
    Family-owned & operated

    Met up with friends. First time here. Everyone loved what they ordered. Service was also excellent,…read morevery attentive, very friendly and patient . Took the empty plates in a timely fashion to make space. Tables get crowded at times fast when there are a lot or orders. The Old fashioned drink tasted yummy, actually ordered 2 . Bowls of ramen came in a good portions. The place is not big but plenty enough to accommodate larger grp. Relaxing ambiance, moderate noise, still able to make conversation easy across the table. Place only has chopsticks . They will provide training piece to attach to your chopsticks. Good place to also start learning-how-to-use-chopsticks 101. Place is part of a mall, lots of parking. Check out the place if you have not been here yet. Good place to replenish those calories burned while doing your shopping. Or, get those nutrients to sustain you while shopping after enjoying your meal. Ask for Alyssa when you stop by.

    This place is literally one of my go-to ramen spots and for good reason! The moment you walk in,…read moreevery staff member greets you and it honestly gave me the best Japan flashbacks. The inside has this cool modern vibe with Japanese elements throughout which I loved. We started off with takoyaki for the app and omg the presentation was so cute. I'm a total sucker for photogenic food so I was already obsessed before even taking a bite. And the taste? Crispy and chewy on the outside, soft on the inside. Easily a 5/5. For my main I went with the Sapporo miso ramen and wow, the broth was so rich and flavorful. The noodles were thick and chewy and you could totally tell they were made fresh. The pork chashu was super tender and the grilled corn?? Loved it so much. I finished the whole bowl which honestly says everything. My friends got the vegan ramen and the tonkatsu ramen and they were both big fans too. Our server was super attentive and helpful the whole time which made the experience even better. Oh and the prices are really reasonable for the quality you're getting! This location is right by the mall too so it's the perfect stop before or after some shopping. Highly recommend!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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    Kyoto Japanese Market

    Kyoto Japanese Market

    4.7(165 reviews)
    2.5 mi
    $

    Tucked away is this absolutely amazing Japanese market and restaurant. It's been a bucket list item…read moreto check it out and absolutely worth coming by for a bite and a little shopping. While the menu was limited that day, it's still worth trying everything you can on it! My husband and I ordered a smoked pork belly musubi to share, steak plate and hamburger steak plate. The sides are superb, the mac salad was a favorite over potato salad for once. The steak was cooked to perfection and the hamburger steak was seasoned beautifully and paired amazing with the sauce. My recommendation - order your own musubi! The smoked pork belly was smoky, tender... just perfection. You may want to order a second to go! Highly recommend coming here, everyone Is so nice and personable! You'll easily be finding yourself thinking when to stop in again!

    This is a small Japanese market that is clean and well organized. They offer a great variety of…read moreJapanese snacks, frozen goods, ice cream, chips, and more. They also have a BBQ menu that looked really delicious and is something I would love to try next time. There is also patio seating available, which is a nice bonus. I tried their prepackaged mixed sushi that was made fresh that day, and it was very good. It was fresh, flavorful, and satisfying. Service was friendly and quick, which made the visit even better. Definitely a great spot to grab Japanese snacks or a quick bite.

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    Freshly Grilled Chicken Yakitori | Tasty Potato Salad | Cucumber Salad

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    Mot'to Japanese Grill - Katsu Chicken

    Mot'to Japanese Grill

    3.9(256 reviews)
    2.7 mi
    $$

    A great option for a quick Japanese meal while shopping at the outlets…read more We had the avocado, tuna and salmon rolls. We also had the salmon lunch special. We appreciated the size of the rolls. The rice could have been seasoned a little more but for the price it was a good deal. The salmon was a little on the dry side but they had extra teriyaki sauce at the counter. The staff members were all nice and the restaurant was fairly clean and spacious.

    We loved eating at Mot'to Japanese Grill during our Carlsbad trip! The signature sushi rolls were…read moresooo fresh and absolutely delicious -- perfectly balanced flavors and quality that rival full‑service sushi spots. The poke salad was another standout -- I still don't know what magic sauce they use, but OMG it was so good! The kids devoured the teriyaki chicken, which was juicy and flavorful -- just the kind of meal that makes everyone happy. What they're known for: A wide variety of sushi rolls including dragon, rainbow, spicy tempura, and more -- most rolls are typically around $13-$16. Fresh poke bowls made with marinated tuna or salmon over rice. Teriyaki combos and grilled plates with rice and salad -- most entrees range roughly $11-$19 depending on what you choose. There was lots of seating, though we came toward closing time and the staff had to close one side to clean up -- but they were so nice, understanding, and friendly about it. That level of service really stood out! Parking was super easy since it's inside the outlets -- tons of open lot parking right by the restaurant. Best dish? Hard to choose, but the fresh sushi and poke salad were our absolute favorites -- and that teriyaki chicken is a hit with kids! We'd definitely come back the next time we're in Carlsbad! Highly recommend for a tasty, fresh sushi fix -- especially after shopping or before hitting the beach!

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