“Nice poke cafe along Coronado's main street. Plenty of options, as well as building your own. Bowls can be filled high enough that mixing becomes a challenge if that's your preference.Ordered the spicy tuna bowl and a Thai iced tea. The poke was good, though the tea did not have enough condensed milk.“
“Sushi was good but the ordering process needs some work especially with a large party. I have been to all you can eat sushi places that have their ordering process a little more ironed out. Other than that well worth a try if you have never been and you want a built in stroll for after dinner. I give this place a "if the people in my party wanted to go here I wouldn't aggressively try to talk to them out of it".“
“We came here to celebrate a special occasion and were not disappointed. Our waitress was so accommodating and made wonderful recommendations. The presentation of our appetizer and meal were perfect and delicious! Love coming to this establishment and will definitely recommend it to all who are looking for a wonderful dining experience with an amazing view!“
“We absolutely loved our experience here and would come back in a heartbeat. The attention to detail, small group setting, high quality fish, and excellent service blew us away. Such interesting and creative flavor combinations without overshadowing the beauty of the fish itself. I’ve never had an omakase experience quite like this and would definitely recommend you splurge and try it yourself!“
“What a great place! Drove by it a couple times before I noticed it, tiny parking lot and ended up parking on the street. There is seating at the sushi bar, as well as on the patio. Loved the food selections! Definitely ate things outside of my comfort zone, but everything was delicious and amazing. Showed up super hungry and left full and satiated. Only complaint was that no one ever asked me if I wanted any water (I got quite thirsty, as the course was a little over 2 hours.)Looking forward to returning for another seasonal menu!“
“It’s the best but my God the prices have really gone up! With everything you know. Still it’s the best! No more outdoor dining though because the city is charging more for outside dining. That’s screwed up in a Covid world. The government wants to Nickle and find everything. SMH“
“Came here the other night for dinner.(+) Vibe. Very cute little restaurant with the sushi bar and a few tables along the walls.(+) Service. Pretty on top of things and friendly. There were a few times I think the server didn't notice something and the sushi chef said something in Japanese and she would come over quickly.(+) Food. We got the $150 omakase, and it's a great deal! You get a good amount of kitchen dishes but also a good amount of nigiri. Fish is fresh, had some cool fish types we haven't had before. Sushi chef was super nice and chatted with us a good amount.Would definitely come again.“
“Just go. You’ll be glad you did. A group of us were in San Diego for a convention and decided we wanted some sushi. After some quick research I came across Makai as the only 5-star rated sushi place. I was a little suspicious because restaurants just don’t get 5-stars. There’s always an unhappy customer, right? Well, we took the chance and I’m thrilled we did. The owner is the chef and he was extremely welcoming and his sushi was, no kidding, among the best I’ve ever had. I had the Godzilla sushi bowl and the combination of seafood, rice, sauce, avocados were perfect. I could hear everyday. And, I’ve had sushi all over the country and throughout the world. Some really swanky places. Makai is different. I’s personal. Not pretentious. The food is amazing, but the experience rivals it in it’s feeling of authenticity. Will be watching for this place to grow as people find this awesome place.“
“I spent my 21st birthday here and I couldn't be happier with my experience! The amount of care and time it took the chefs to prepare our food in front of us was a work of art. My boyfriend and I love Azuki and it's our favorite sushi place in San Diego, so he was so sweet to book a reservation here to surprise me on my birthday. If you didn't know, Kinme is an extension of Azuki and it specializes in Omakase. If you're a fan of Azuki, or if you just love sushi in general, you need to try this place!! We had so much fun and experienced new fish that we have never tried and we were so so full afterwards. My favorites were the wagyu tartar puff pastry and the braised wagyu. The scallop with uni on top also blew me away. The nigiri was outstanding. Every bite had me closing my eyes and I really just didn't want the sushi to stop coming. The service was amazing and everyone was so attentive. I ordered a hot tea and immediately after I finished my pot I was asked if I wanted more hot water. The chefs were very friendly and asked us repeatedly if we enjoyed the previous dish (which we always nodded excitedly). Right when you come in the ambiance is very relaxing and there's more than enough space between you and the people next to you. At the end, they gave us a physical menu of all the dishes they served us, which I thought was a very thoughtful touch and a cute souvenir to remember my 21st birthday dinner. (pictures and menu was from 2/28, which is a towards the end of their winter menu. Their spring menu might be a little different!)“
“Went for lunch and got the omakase, it was incredible. Expensive, but the unbelievable food and unique experience justifies the price for a special occasion. Every bite of fish was unique, fresh, and tasty. Shrimp and scallop sashimi were out of this world, same goes for the marinated tuna. Even dessert was delicious. No wonder dinner reservations are so hard to get!“
“There is no better sushi in San Diego, no exaggeration. We came in here for the first time on a whim, and now are dedicated customers to 2B1. The atmosphere is clean and inviting, the staff is gracious, kind, and professional, and the sushi is genuinely incredible. I've been to many sushi restaurants in my life and this is definitely the best in San Diego.“
“I love this place!! Have ordered many times and they never miss. One of my favorite places to eat, the sushi is phenomenal. The menu has all the classics and some creative rolls as well. The hand rolls are perfect and the nigiri is impeccable. I don’t know what their secret is but they have made a lifelong customer out of me. 10/10“
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ What an amazing place! Food & service were beyond great! We do not have special diets vegan, SF, GF). We just stopped in because it was a place on the way home. We knew nothing going in and came out huge fans! So much flavor & amazing staff! We'll be back for sure!!!“
“Great ambience, small and quaint. Right on the edge of Hillcrest. The host met us immediately and was super friendly. No wait for a party of 3 on a Saturday afternoon. For starters we got some plum hot Sake which was amazing and Gyoza and Sweet corn. Both hit the spot. For entrees we had Spicy Tonkatsu, Pork Tonkatsu and Kimchee Tonkatsu. All were good with lots of flavor. I liked this place. Not sure if I'd make a special trip...but of your in the area this place is great!“
“Love the variety in this small but big store. Service is always friendly. This is more of a note to myself for future reference than anything. Sushi: super fresh, obsessed Udon: prepackaged/refrigerated/frozen, yum Chicken meatballs: pass, ate cold and heated and neither was it Premade sandwiches: pass, semi expensive for what it is and then it was also pretty flavorless so not worth the convenience Premade rice triangles: ok but pass Pickled vegetables: yes, yum Premade curry: yum in a pinch and if already there but CoCo's reigns supreme Parking is available but wild“
“My husband and I rarely go to sushi. Besides our favorite place back home because it’s usually such a disappointment. We decided to give this a try and I’m so glad that we did! Stephanie was phenomenal! ? The atmosphere was great and all of the food was delicious. We got a Bento box and two rolls and will definitely be back!“
“We became a big fan of Kokoro and the chef. We had Sushi Omakase. My husband and I are from Japan, but this place had the best and most authentic sushi we've found anywhere in Japan or the U.S. I chose it for my husband's birthday, and it was a hit including the atmosphere and portion! We've since recommended it to some friends, and they've all been fans as well. We will definitely be going back soon!“
“The variety of food offered here made it very enjoyable for everyone in our family! My kids loved the panko shrimp and the poke bar where they were able to select various fresh fish and toppings. The adults had sushi (beautiful presentation), spam musubi, ahi crispy tacos, and fried squid legs (my favorite - perfect crisp on the outside and super tender inside)! It was an awesome meal just a few steps from Pacific Beach!“
“The service is always top notch. Discovered this place about a little over a year ago and this place never disappoints. By far the freshest sushi I've ever had! Keep up all the great work in 2023. Compliments to the Chef Kevin and the amazing hospitality by the staff and the GM - Dennis. Below are some pics of the NYE menu items I ordered. The decor /lighting allows for both intimate moments along with inviting for group celebrations. They have three seating areas: the top floor, main floor / sushi bar, and outside patio (with pleanty of heaters). *This restaurant is the place to be so I strongly encourage you try to snag a reservation.“
“My gf and I have been here too many times to count. I love their tempura and fresh quality of their fish. Whether you decide to dine in or take out this is the only sushi place I recommend to anyone in San Diego. Great value and consistently high quality. Not to mention a family owned business, Mike and Maria are the best!“
“This place was a pleasant surprise for me. The food was very delicious and we came on a great day where it was cold and rainy outside.It look a little but longer than usual to receive the food and bill, but the taste of the food, friendly service, and great atmosphere made up for that x 10. I wish I lived closer to keep eating here!“
“Food is excellent here. It's a feast for your eyes as well as your stomach. The yellowtail Crudo is one of my favorites. Chef Nghi and his staff are top tier. One of the best sushi restaurants in San Diego. You won't be disappointed.“
“Got the crush orange roll, udon carbonara, matcha brulee, and rainbow protein roll. The rainbow protein roll was very refreshing. The crush orange roll - I think they forgot the orange aspect because we didn't taste any orange at all. The udon carbonara is best split among 2+ people - we got it with shrimp but would recommend bacon. The matcha brulee was amazing! Highly recommend any of their desserts!“
“I have been to this specific restaurant once before at this location. Area is busy, parking is hard to find. I went on a Friday at around 3ish. Dining area was not full. I was seated right away. Order taken within rhe first 3 minutes of sitting down. Waitress had great attitude and checked on me regularly. Had a great time , happy, satisfied with the plate of rhe month, enough food. Same great flavor. The best miso soup in SD.“
“BESHOCK Ramen East Village is a hidden gem for ramen enthusiasts! The moment you step in, the cozy ambiance and welcoming staff make you feel right at home. The menu features a tantalizing selection of authentic ramen dishes, each bursting with rich flavors and made with fresh, high-quality ingredients.“
“National City & the South Bay area are quickly becoming a foodie paradise. This place is new to me but I really liked their menu options. We had a unique Sushi n Gone roll, some delicious soup & a nice side salad. Come early because parking is limited during peak hours. Family friendly tho they do serve beer. Great staff.“
“This small sushi restaurant is the place to be. I asked for sushi that would be unforgettable and I was served multiple courses of big eye tuna, aged wagyu, snapper, and more. I had the deep fried PB&J for dessert and was amazed on how delicious it was.There aren't words in the English language to describe how delicious the sushi was.Goody was an amazing chef who curated the perfect dishes.All around a great cozy atmosphere to enjoy the best sushi ever.“
“This is my new favorite Thai restaurant in the USA. The photos is what was left of my pad see ew after eating my fill. Portions are enormous for very reasonable prices. Friendly small intimate with incredible food. I got Pad Thia to go a different night and I swear the portion was even bigger. I eat for 3 meals.Wheelchair accessibility: 1st floor roll in and out off the sidewalk.“
“Came here on a weekday for lunch and sat at the sushi bar. Hane Sushi closes at 2pm, but reopens later for dinner. It wasn't too busy when I walked in around 12:30pm, but they had a solid amount of tables about an hour later. Service did not appear to falter just because it was close to closing... it actually got even more attentive, but not in a pushy "we're about to close" way. Staff here is super nice and I can tell that the chefs are happy to chat with customers to find out what they like. I got the crunchy salmon roll ($24--the menu posted on their website says $19, but that's very outdated) and the special ceviche roll ($27). Based on past reviews and pics on Google, the ceviche roll has been available for several years now (and should probably be on the regular menu), but maybe they switch up the fish here and there? Mine had spicy tuna/avocado inside and was topped with seared yellowtail, cilantro and jalapeño.The fish was verrrrry fresh and of great quality. The location and ambiance is also nice, but nothing special. I will say though, that the entire place was super clean, even the bathrooms.I think that Hane's prices are a little higher than they should be, but I feel like that's most places in SD. The fact it cost me about $50 for two special rolls during lunch is the reason why I won't be back again anytime soon. I There are other places in the area that offer quality sushi with lunch specials, or just more reasonable pricing generally. I'd still recommend Hane Sushi to others based on the quality and good experience, but this place is better suited as a date night rather than a stop for lunch.“
“Small neighborhood sushi spot with great sushi and sake! The sake specials are something to definitely take advantage of! Unfortunately the bang bang corn was not in season during my most recent visit, but we’ll be back in no time. It would be best to call for a reservation, as they do get busy.Parking: Parking sports in front of restaurant and neighborhood parking.“
“I would say hole in the wall but it's a food truck in a Liquor store parking lot and it's a pretty good spot. Fusion sushi rolls were pretty good tasting but a little pricey and a little small. They were cut into real small pieces like 16 pieces so easily shareable. The chicken fried rice is pretty tasty as well, a good filler with plenty of chicken. This One man operation-took order, cooked, bagged up and everything Friendly and as fast and efficient as could be. Tables to sit at and liquor store to pick up drinks, definitely could be on the rotation for sushi nights.“
“Delighted to discover this gem in Bay Ho/Bay Park in San Diego. Love the vibe, excellent service, and the food is great! I went with chef's choice, but the small portion, "Jun Kun". It came with edamame and miso soup, followed by 4 pieces of delicious sashimi (halibut, amberjack, salmon, and red snapper). Then came along 3 beautiful pieces of nigiri, salmon belly with ikura on top, yellowtail belly, and chutoro with caviar. Finished it off with a blue crab hand roll. There was craftsmanship and care in the preparation and the fish tasted amazing and so fresh.Excited to come back and try more on the menu!“
“The owner was very kind and I came with my family even though I asked for takeout, the man told me to go with my wife so I wouldn't worry, he would take the food to the car, nice action on his part and everything we brought was very delicious, thank you ?“
“Great experience, however! The restaurant and staff need to make it clear that the “soy tuna” is real tuna and not a vegan option! It may not make a difference to some, but to others it means a world of difference!Vegetarian options: Not clearly labeled when it comes to the soy tuna! In fact it is very deceptive!“
“A delicious omakase in San Diego! Shoutout to our cousin for taking us here!We had a reservation at 7:30PM for a Saturday evening meal. I believe we were sat on time and we got right into drinks and the course. Staff was friendly checking in on us and Chef TJ was fun, positive, and created a great omakase environment!I won't go into too much detail of each fish (as the menu can change with each service), but for the value, I thought it was an amazing meal!Parking is relatively easy to find in the plaza.I'm headed back to San Diego next week...so I'm going to have Matoi again :D twice in 2-3 weeks is my kind of vibe!“
“RK Sushi has consistently been my go-to sushi spot, and once again, it did not disappoint. I've been here multiple times, and each time I'm met with outstanding food and excellent service. Last night, I took a first date, and RK Sushi came through with flying colors. We started with edamame and the crispy rice appetizer, followed by the mission roll and the spicy albacore. The flavors were exceptional, and everything was fresh. To complement the meal, we had the nigori and a Kirin. The service was attentive without being intrusive, adding to the overall experience. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for delicious sushi and a great atmosphere.“
“We're from out of town, and this is probably some of the best sushi I have ever had. We came back the next day. The atmosphere was pretty chill and has a Pokémon theme. My son and I about craped our pants when we walked into the bathroom, they have fake spiders and bugs coming out of the vent, down the wall. It was funny afterwards lol. The staff is great, friendly and the place it clean.“
“Ikuri sushi is deserving of each of these five star reviews. Incredible sushi made with obvious fresh ingredients, technique and care.The service is quick and the atmosphere is perfect for an intimate conversation or a nice solo date.I will recommend this place to anyone!“
“If you come to SD, you must try. This place is the real deal. As a self declared foodie who has travelled the world looking for the best eats, I fully endorse Taka. Sat at the sushi bar and had a great experience! They even have a bottle of Habushi from Okinawa behind the counter. You must ask them to show you! Pretty cool!“
“Someone give this place an award for A++ Service & even better food! After a quick survey of Hillcrest, we "settled" on a star that's been rocking since the 80s! We ordered the Chicken Bowl and Sushi roll combo that was on special just before Super Bowl Sunday, with an additional roll, and it was perfection! I know how can one mess up such a simple pleasure, but it's happened.. however, I doubt it's a normalcy here. The restaurant was quaint with seating both inside and on the patio. The music was soft and the vibe was spot on for a relaxed Saturday, for a couple or a group! Thanks ladies! Cheers!“
“We just moved to Little Italy area and we’re recommended Shino as the best local sushi spot. We went for dinner this past Saturday and I now understand why it was highly recommended! The sushi was incredible, the staff was quick and on point, and it was the best little spot for a great date night! We will be back and highly recommend for anyone looking for the best sushi joint in little Italy!“
“Best Ramen in town! And omg the RAMEN BURRITOS! Must try if you have never had one! The only place I kno that makes them and they are fire!! I could eat one every day! Service is fast and great. Small place so they get busy during dinner time. I like to go at 4 when they open.“
“It gets packed but there’s an automatic wait list tablet they put out front; plenty to do while you wait 10 min in the area (like grab a treat at Calabria).Sushi is tasty and they are fast. It’s loud as hell but worth it. Riki is a well oiled machine of sea faring flavor ?“
“Okay so I found this place here on Yelp in search for a really good sushi restaurant and I believe I found what I was looking for! The ambiance is hip, modern and welcoming! The service is outstanding! From the minute we're were seated our server was extremely friendly and excited for us to try the sushi dishes! He gave us very good recommendations! We ordered the live uni and it was amazing! We continued with their spicy garlic edamame, spicy yellowtail roll, and half moon roll and all were impressively fresh! We are definitely returning to this place for good sushi!“
“Coming on vacation from Tucson, Az, my 3 daughters and I came to eat here for the first time and were super satisfied, the food was very delicious, we highly recommend it and Mrs. Angelica Soto is super friendly and good people, thank you for your service ?“
“Heard good things about this spot, and I was not disappointed. It was delicious! I got the 'catch of the day' Macadamia Crust. It was delicious, had flavorful sauce and creamy mashed potatoes. & their french fries are perfectly crispy. Quick service, we went on a weekday evening for dinner. Only thing that sucks is trying to find parking, had to circle a bit.“
“This place did not disappoint. We didn't want to eat park food and this place hit the spot. A bit hidden so glad we found it. Fresh food, calm and breezy atmosphere and the lady working here was so nice. Loved the Korean pancakes, the agedashi tofu and their rolls!!“
“We visited with friends and ordered a wide assortment of dishes: rolls (Tommy roll, Lemon roll, cut roll) udon, poke, miso soup, and also tried several appetizers: crispy salmon skin, edamame, and spicy edamame, fried gyozu, and assorted fried vegetables.The food was surprisingly well done, it was clear that great care went into their menu and dishes. Everyone was very pleased, and feeling very glad we gave this place a chance -- we'll be back!“
“Food was EXCELLENT!!! We were a group of 3, we each ordered appetizers and entrees. IT WAS ALOT OF FOOD!!! Some items we ordered wished we could have had an explanation of how to eat it. Our server was friendly and the drinks were great as well! We were lucky enough to get there early and was able to get a karaoke room. There are only two, so you could be on a wait list. The room was $40 with a min of 1 hour, and I believe they start charging after every 10 minutes! Overall a fun time!!!“
“Saiko is a unique experience in Coronado. Their use of fresh seafood makes a huge impact on the already mouth watering food selection. My friend and I sat on the patio with our dogs which was very nice. You can enjoy a view of the canal a block away. Drinks were fantastic with a fun list of sake flights. They know their stuff and service was great! Definitely coming back.“