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This establishment really helped my sushi cravings on a Monday during lunch. The izakaya's ambiance was filled with Pokemon decorations and other Japanese memorabilia. We ordered the chicken kaarage and yakitori negima for appetizers, as well as the Sunset and Black Pearls Rolls. They were able to accommodate my substitution of spicy tuna for spicy salmon in the Black Pearls Roll, which I appreciated greatly. The chicken kaarage and yakitori negima were both delicious, both crispy and flavorful. The hand cut rolls were bigger than my mom had anticipated; I actually enjoy when sushi restaurants make the hand cut rolls big but I understand why other people wouldn't enjoy the size difference, something to keep in mind. The hand cut rolls were both delicious and especially enhanced by the ponzu sauce. Service was really kind and attentive. Our bill came down to $50, which I feel was worth it considering the stellar food quality. My mom and I really enjoyed the food, especially my mom, and she's very hard to please when it comes to eating out. I would definitely come back if I'm ever in the area! (Note: I had forgot to take a picture of the yakitori before my mom had taken a bite, so the picture below will reflect that.)
Ordered takeout tonight and was really disappointed. The miso soup spilled all over the bag. The bigger problem was the chicken teriyaki teishoku (we ordered two). The chicken was so tough and chewy it was basically beef jerky, and it looked burned. Nobody in my family could eat it. The photo is exactly how it came. The shrimp tempura roll was fine, and the miso soup was okay (what was left of it). When I called to ask for a refund on just the chicken teriyaki, I was told they don't do refunds and that I'd have to bring the food back for an exchange. We were already 20 minutes away. I asked to speak with the owner, who also refused. I wasn't asking for a free meal, just a refund on the dish we couldn't eat. Being told to drive back for a replacement of food that was inedible the first time isn't a fix. Won't be ordering again.
Temari-Zushi has been around for several years at the Rosecrans Shopping Center in the Midway District of Point Loma. There was ample parking during my recent visit, however spaces can be challenging at peak meal hours. The interior decor featured a lot of Japanese creatures and figurines. The dining area could seat around a few dozen customers across several tables. As denoted by its name, the specialty here was temari which was small pieces of ball-shaped sushi. The kitchen was about to close soon so I ordered other items from the multi-page menu booklet for takeout. I selected the Tsukune Ball as an appetizer. This item was two skewers of chicken meatballs glazed with teriyaki sauce and topped with green onion. The sweet sauce was a nice contrast to the meat. I also picked a Super-Hand Roll of Salmon and Tuna. I think what made it "super" was the two types of fish included with the avocado and cucumber. The size of the roll was alright for the $8.50 price. Lastly, my final item was a Walk Through True Love. This was a special maki roll made up of blue crab and avocado on the inside topped with tuna, eel, sriracha, spicy mayo, eel sauce, bonito flake, and lemon slice. Despite the sriracha and spicy mayo, the combination didn't pack much heat. I did enjoy the real crab meat used as opposed to the imitation variety. If there was more time, then I certainly would have dined in and chosen different items. For the quality and price of my meal, I gave a 3.5 star rating for my experience at Temari-Zushi.
Good sushi at reasonable prices. The staff were nice, the ambiance has a bit to be desired but they tried to make a strip mall location fun and festive and I appreciate the attempt. The fish was really good and the flavors of the rolls were well done.
Tamari Zushi is one of those places that makes you feel like you're rolling dice with the sushi gods. You walk in knowing the fish will be pristine, almost jewel grade, but everything wrapped around that fish is a coin flip. It's the kind of spot where the same roll ordered on two different Tuesdays can feel like two entirely different chefs were battling for custody of your palate. The cuddle fish appetizer is the exception. That dish is their north star. Clean, tender, almost meditative. It's the one thing on the menu that never seems to wobble. Then there's the vibe. Tamari doesn't just lean into its aesthetic, it sprints headfirst into it. The dining room feels like a Japanese fan BOYZ clubhouse curated by someone who inherited a storage unit full of anime merch and decided to display every single item. Even the bathroom commits to the bit with a Tokyo garage sale energy that's equal parts charming and unsettling. You don't forget it, even if you want to. Parking is a small tragedy. You earn your meal before you even sit down. And the service. You're getting high quality fish, no question, but you're also getting a side of attitude that feels baked into the experience. Not hostile, just that particular brand of "you're lucky to be here" confidence that some sushi spots wear like cologne. Tamari Zushi is the paradox you keep returning to. Inconsistent rolls, eccentric decor, parking that tests your patience, and a server who might judge your order. But the fish is so undeniably fresh that you forgive everything the moment the first bite hits. It's a place you critique on the drive over and defend on the drive home.
The service was great! The sushi roll was good and the lunch special was also fulfilling. The lunch special includes a miso soup, a small salad, 3 small sashimi, edamame and chicken karaage. It was really good and worth the price. It seems a small portion but it's a lot. I will recommend this place for the lunch special.
Fresh fish, diverse menu, tons of character, and great service. We love the Pokémon & anime themed decor. TV was playing an anime as well so it would be a great place to bring your Pokémon obsessed tweens. Would definitely come back.
We love the food and the casual ambiance here, the restaurant is cozy and service is swift even when the restaurant is packed. We sat down, ordered and the food came out surprisingly quickly for a full house on a Friday night. They offer real wasabi and an affordable Omakase experience.
Came here with a buddy for lunch to try some sushi rolls. We ordered 4 sushi rolls and the kaarage for an appetizer. The sushi rolls we ordered were the Tuna Scale, Crunchy Dragon, Black Pearl, and the Red Tiger. The sushi were all pretty solid, but I felt like the menu and the rolls we got all kind of tasted very similar. Most of the menu's rolls felt redundant or too similar to each other. Our favorite was the Black Pearl roll because it was the most distinctive amongst them. The karaage was good and came out piping hot. Service was friendly and there was ample parking in the parking lot. They also have lunch specials but I didn't come on a non holiday weekday.
This is our favorite spot for beef yakisoba. Such great flavor. I also love the tempura cali roll and the mochi. Chocolate and mango are my favorite. Plenty of free parking in the parking lot. This place is fun and has lots of interesting things to look at. Good for kids too they even give them the chopstick trainers so they can eat with chopsticks too.
Came in because the temari caught my eye, but ended up going with the sashimi gozen for my dinner. This comes with nice thick cuts of fish, two gyoza, a good portion of chicken karaage, sushi rice, miso soup and salad. The sushi rice had a nice vinegary tang to it, and the texture was just right. This is a lot of food, so you will be full. Had I known how much karaage would come with this order, I wouldn't have ordered my toddler a whole karaage dinner for herself. Her karaage pieces were the size of her fist lol I like that they put all the sauces on the side as well. In true fat girl fashion, I ordered a sushi roll as well. I went with the Black Pearl as it was suggested as a fan favorite. TBH it was just way too lemony for me. It overpowered the spicy tuna and torched salmon on top. The roll was a good size and made well though, it's just a taste preference on my end. This is a casual sushi spot with affordable eats. The quality is consistent with the pricing, and while it may not be the best sushi spot out there, it's definitely worth the visit if you're looking for an inexpensive sushi dinner. The servers are very nice and accommodating and they were kind enough to give my daughter some chopstick clips so she could eat with them. BTW I love the pokemon decor! Soooo stinkin cute!
We came here for their lunch specials. We had their karaage, edamame and 3 temari sushi and chicken katsu curry. The karaage was juicy and temari was fresh. The katsu was also juicy but the batter was crumbly and fell apart. The curry was a bit watery. Both were filling and good value with lunch special pricing which includes salad and miso soup. We will definitely return to try other items. Decor was fun and restaurant was clean.
This is my go-to sushi place. I probably come here twice a week. The place is decorated so cute and they know my order now. The manager and workers are so sweet, accommodating, and quick. The fish is SO fresh it's insane. I've tried about half the menu and every single thing was amazing. The prices are super affordable including the Teishoku Trays that come with miso, rice, and an entree and it's ONLY $12-14. UNBELIEVABLE!!!
22 days ago
Great value happy hour (sake and beer) that begs to be paired with food. All the food I had was flavorful and tasty: 5/5 Chicken Meatballs (Tsukune), 5/5 Fried octopus (gesso age), 4/5 salmon hand roll, 4/5 Baked scallops Staff were friendly, helpful, and attentive. Food here is freshly made to order. The indoor dining space is air conditioned, and decorated with animated characters giving it a playful vibe. read more
Date of Visit: 9.5.2026 Location: Midway, San Diego Cuisine Type: Japanese Vibe: Whimsical and unique decor... Pokemon, spiders, little surprises everywhere. Not your standard sushi-ya energy Cost: $$ Service: Nice, standard Food/ Rating: -4/5- The most unique thing here is the soft shell fried BLUE CRAB and blue crab sushi (yes, it's real blue crab)... that's the order that separates this place from the pack. The fish otherwise was just ok... fresh enough, nothing that blew me away. Come for the blue crab and the whimsy. Overall Thoughts: Best Thing I ate: The blue crab Something to Improve: The standard fish selection is just ok... the specials are where this place lives read more
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2 months ago
This establishment really helped my sushi cravings on a Monday during lunch. The izakaya's ambiance was filled with Pokemon decorations and other Japanese memorabilia. We ordered the chicken kaarage and yakitori negima for appetizers, as well as the Sunset and Black Pearls Rolls. They were able to accommodate my substitution of spicy tuna for spicy salmon in the Black Pearls Roll, which I appreciated greatly. The chicken kaarage and yakitori negima were both delicious, both crispy and flavorful. The hand cut rolls were bigger than my mom had anticipated; I actually enjoy when sushi restaurants make the hand cut rolls big but I understand why other people wouldn't enjoy the size difference, something to keep in mind. The hand cut rolls were both delicious and especially enhanced by the ponzu sauce. Service was really kind and attentive. Our bill came down to $50, which I feel was worth it considering the stellar food quality. My mom and I really enjoyed the food, especially my mom, and she's very hard to please when it comes to eating out. I would definitely come back if I'm ever in the area! (Note: I had forgot to take a picture of the yakitori before my mom had taken a bite, so the picture below will reflect that.) read more
8 days ago
Ordered takeout tonight and was really disappointed. The miso soup spilled all over the bag. The bigger problem was the chicken teriyaki teishoku (we ordered two). The chicken was so tough and chewy it was basically beef jerky, and it looked burned. Nobody in my family could eat it. The photo is exactly how it came. The shrimp tempura roll was fine, and the miso soup was okay (what was left of it). When I called to ask for a refund on just the chicken teriyaki, I was told they don't do refunds and that I'd have to bring the food back for an exchange. We were already 20 minutes away. I asked to speak with the owner, who also refused. I wasn't asking for a free meal, just a refund on the dish we couldn't eat. Being told to drive back for a replacement of food that was inedible the first time isn't a fix. Won't be ordering again. read more
6 months ago
Temari-Zushi has been around for several years at the Rosecrans Shopping Center in the Midway District of Point Loma. There was ample parking during my recent visit, however spaces can be challenging at peak meal hours. The interior decor featured a lot of Japanese creatures and figurines. The dining area could seat around a few dozen customers across several tables. As denoted by its name, the specialty here was temari which was small pieces of ball-shaped sushi. The kitchen was about to close soon so I ordered other items from the multi-page menu booklet for takeout. I selected the Tsukune Ball as an appetizer. This item was two skewers of chicken meatballs glazed with teriyaki sauce and topped with green onion. The sweet sauce was a nice contrast to the meat. I also picked a Super-Hand Roll of Salmon and Tuna. I think what made it "super" was the two types of fish included with the avocado and cucumber. The size of the roll was alright for the $8.50 price. Lastly, my final item was a Walk Through True Love. This was a special maki roll made up of blue crab and avocado on the inside topped with tuna, eel, sriracha, spicy mayo, eel sauce, bonito flake, and lemon slice. Despite the sriracha and spicy mayo, the combination didn't pack much heat. I did enjoy the real crab meat used as opposed to the imitation variety. If there was more time, then I certainly would have dined in and chosen different items. For the quality and price of my meal, I gave a 3.5 star rating for my experience at Temari-Zushi. read more
3 months ago
Good sushi at reasonable prices. The staff were nice, the ambiance has a bit to be desired but they tried to make a strip mall location fun and festive and I appreciate the attempt. The fish was really good and the flavors of the rolls were well done. read more
Tamari Zushi is one of those places that makes you feel like you're rolling dice with the sushi gods. You walk in knowing the fish will be pristine, almost jewel grade, but everything wrapped around that fish is a coin flip. It's the kind of spot where the same roll ordered on two different Tuesdays can feel like two entirely different chefs were battling for custody of your palate. The cuddle fish appetizer is the exception. That dish is their north star. Clean, tender, almost meditative. It's the one thing on the menu that never seems to wobble. Then there's the vibe. Tamari doesn't just lean into its aesthetic, it sprints headfirst into it. The dining room feels like a Japanese fan BOYZ clubhouse curated by someone who inherited a storage unit full of anime merch and decided to display every single item. Even the bathroom commits to the bit with a Tokyo garage sale energy that's equal parts charming and unsettling. You don't forget it, even if you want to. Parking is a small tragedy. You earn your meal before you even sit down. And the service. You're getting high quality fish, no question, but you're also getting a side of attitude that feels baked into the experience. Not hostile, just that particular brand of "you're lucky to be here" confidence that some sushi spots wear like cologne. Tamari Zushi is the paradox you keep returning to. Inconsistent rolls, eccentric decor, parking that tests your patience, and a server who might judge your order. But the fish is so undeniably fresh that you forgive everything the moment the first bite hits. It's a place you critique on the drive over and defend on the drive home. read more
3 months ago
The service was great! The sushi roll was good and the lunch special was also fulfilling. The lunch special includes a miso soup, a small salad, 3 small sashimi, edamame and chicken karaage. It was really good and worth the price. It seems a small portion but it's a lot. I will recommend this place for the lunch special. read more
5 months ago
Fresh fish, diverse menu, tons of character, and great service. We love the Pokémon & anime themed decor. TV was playing an anime as well so it would be a great place to bring your Pokémon obsessed tweens. Would definitely come back. read more
We love the food and the casual ambiance here, the restaurant is cozy and service is swift even when the restaurant is packed. We sat down, ordered and the food came out surprisingly quickly for a full house on a Friday night. They offer real wasabi and an affordable Omakase experience. read more
Came here with a buddy for lunch to try some sushi rolls. We ordered 4 sushi rolls and the kaarage for an appetizer. The sushi rolls we ordered were the Tuna Scale, Crunchy Dragon, Black Pearl, and the Red Tiger. The sushi were all pretty solid, but I felt like the menu and the rolls we got all kind of tasted very similar. Most of the menu's rolls felt redundant or too similar to each other. Our favorite was the Black Pearl roll because it was the most distinctive amongst them. The karaage was good and came out piping hot. Service was friendly and there was ample parking in the parking lot. They also have lunch specials but I didn't come on a non holiday weekday. read more
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This is our favorite spot for beef yakisoba. Such great flavor. I also love the tempura cali roll and the mochi. Chocolate and mango are my favorite. Plenty of free parking in the parking lot. This place is fun and has lots of interesting things to look at. Good for kids too they even give them the chopstick trainers so they can eat with chopsticks too. read more
2 years ago
Came in because the temari caught my eye, but ended up going with the sashimi gozen for my dinner. This comes with nice thick cuts of fish, two gyoza, a good portion of chicken karaage, sushi rice, miso soup and salad. The sushi rice had a nice vinegary tang to it, and the texture was just right. This is a lot of food, so you will be full. Had I known how much karaage would come with this order, I wouldn't have ordered my toddler a whole karaage dinner for herself. Her karaage pieces were the size of her fist lol I like that they put all the sauces on the side as well. In true fat girl fashion, I ordered a sushi roll as well. I went with the Black Pearl as it was suggested as a fan favorite. TBH it was just way too lemony for me. It overpowered the spicy tuna and torched salmon on top. The roll was a good size and made well though, it's just a taste preference on my end. This is a casual sushi spot with affordable eats. The quality is consistent with the pricing, and while it may not be the best sushi spot out there, it's definitely worth the visit if you're looking for an inexpensive sushi dinner. The servers are very nice and accommodating and they were kind enough to give my daughter some chopstick clips so she could eat with them. BTW I love the pokemon decor! Soooo stinkin cute! read more
7 months ago
We came here for their lunch specials. We had their karaage, edamame and 3 temari sushi and chicken katsu curry. The karaage was juicy and temari was fresh. The katsu was also juicy but the batter was crumbly and fell apart. The curry was a bit watery. Both were filling and good value with lunch special pricing which includes salad and miso soup. We will definitely return to try other items. Decor was fun and restaurant was clean. read more
7 months ago
This is my go-to sushi place. I probably come here twice a week. The place is decorated so cute and they know my order now. The manager and workers are so sweet, accommodating, and quick. The fish is SO fresh it's insane. I've tried about half the menu and every single thing was amazing. The prices are super affordable including the Teishoku Trays that come with miso, rice, and an entree and it's ONLY $12-14. UNBELIEVABLE!!! read more
This is a casual sushi place. The nigiri and the rolls were solid. The Toro that they had on offer on special that day was outstanding. The service was good -- things came out quite fast for sushi. A good place overall. read more
1 year ago
Great casual sushi spots. They have unique rolls called Zushi. All the fish is fresh and the service is nice. read more
4 months ago
Genuine traditional Japanese food that is truly authentic and delicious. We always seek out Japanese food made by the chef with experience and chose this place for that reason. We had their special roll, salmon plate and sashimi plate that were so freshly made and fantabulous in taste. We found a winner. read more
11 months ago
This spot is a winner! I came here hearing about the great menu offerings and not only was the overall presentation and comfortable experience a bonus, but the flavors of the sushi were all terrific. Service was fast and attentive on a weekday night. The food comes out quickly. I was happy to order chu-toro off the special menu and it was a good portion, melt-in-your mouth soft and fairly priced. My group primarily chose roll combos and they were all very unique and tasty. The option to substitute blue crab made for an extra tasty dinner. I hope to come back soon because there are so many good looking menu options. Added plus, parking lot is good. (Side note for book lovers, the one in the same plaza is perfect to walk off dinner and it is extremely well curated.) read more
2 years ago
Great service. Low key ambience. The best prices and specials for the area. $13 for gyoza, a hand roll, sake and a beer? So refreshing to find a restaurant that is not price gouging in 2024! It's really hard to go out to eat as a couple for under $60 these days if you have a drink! They even took off 5% for paying cash :) Oh and the Pokémon decor is cute! I did not get the cute Temari but I saw a cute panda sushi at another table. read more
1 year ago
A hidden sushi gem and total surprise, the decor is so cute... Pokémon and the menu is huge, with pictures as the dishes are colorful with edible flowers and a mixed use of fish eggs, sauces, sliced vegetables, and they have delicious roasted green tea! I craved a shrimp crunchy roll, ended up eating 2 crunchy shrimp hand rolls, 6 sushi temari balls loved the fruit sauce as an edible garnish, my green tea was roasted and tasted rich on its own, it had a monster tea bag inside with no strange floating leaves, which is a plus. If I had more room in my stomach I would have pigged out more... a must return visit is due and I will make this place my go to sushi hidden gem. The prices are so reasonable, (shhh... under $16 a roll; as I've paid $22 elsewhere) for this food, it's fresh, the server was friendly and polite, patient with poise. They have happy hour, lunch specials, udon, ramen, omakase, hand rolls, rolls, and etc. I took some pictures of the menu legend, extra prices, and some helpful information. Will be returning soon for another visit! read more
2 years ago
We stumbled along this sushi place while going to our favorite bookstore. We were starving and looking for a sushi place that is kid-friendly enough for our sushi loving 8 year old. This place was AMAZING! Tucked in to an unassuming strip mall, it is decorated so cutely with various kawaii characters like pokemon and Kirby. The food was incredible! Great quality and incredible value. The service was so sweet and very attentive and the food came out quickly. Our new favorite sushi in San Diego! read more
Very clean, fun decor, and great music choices. I'm a huge weeb so they played to my heart strings. Checks come in manga books! How cute is that! Fish is super fresh, thick slices of fish, and it is now my favorite sushi spot in San Diego for me. Everything I ate was amazing. Employees here are super friendly, service is fast. I would definitely come back again! read more
1 year ago
They have good lunch deals. The sushi was pretty fresh. The teriyaki chicken was ok. The lunch deals were good and I plan on coming back. They chill the drink mugs which is always a plus. read more
7 months ago
Such a fun find. The service was super attentive, the vibe is casual with a quirky Doraemon/anime touch, and the menu did not disappoint. The tuna pepper roll was a standout, so good. Definitely coming back. read more
I have to say, the instagram-able temari got me! They are rolled balls of sushi rice topped with fish. The fish was delicious and super fresh--however, the rice to fish ratio was off. There was so much rice that I barely tasted the fish so I ended up just eating half of the rice ball. For $45, I'm not quite sure if it's worth it. The garlic edamame appetizer was the highlight! We even used the sauce for our rolls. The perfect amount of garlic to edamame. The rolls were decent, the rice ratio were definitely better. The service was phenomenal! We definitely enjoyed our time and meal in part because of the server. He checked on us regularly and even encouraged our shenanigans when we wanted photos with all the cute decor. read more
2 years ago
Very quick service &fresh seafood ingredients! I skipped the rice balls because it looked like too much rice. Would come here again, the sushi was outstanding read more
8 months ago
one of the best sushi places in san diego. the fish is fresh, soft, not grisly, it's perfect. the hot items are just as good. and they have nigiri wednesday each piece of nigiri is $2.50 the restaurant is also so cute and the workers are always so nice read more
A cute restaurant theme of many favorite cartoon characters from the 80s to beyond. The food is absolutely delicious and bursting with yummy tastes! I ordered the mix tempura--loved it! The crispy, golden bites were perfectly seasoned and full of flavor. The Japanese curry (makes me think of Japan ) had a rich, comforting taste that warmed my heart, and the tamari genzo was a delightful treat, enhancing the gourmet experience while evoking sweet memories of the 80s Japanese cartoons. There was even a fun surprise with Doramen in the bathroom, adding a quirky touch to the overall experience. read more
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