50 Best Japanese Restaurants near Del Mar

“The food was delicious I recommend it everyone.... FrIendly waiter u can see them making the food I enjoyed it.. I’m coming to eat..“

“Heated outdoor, large menu, great food!“

“An amazing restaurant! The fish is so fresh that it sparkles!! Get the omakase!! And we will definitely be back And that means traveling there from Northern California. It’s that good.“

“Fantastic food quality. Purist food.“

“Amazing omakase, friendly and knowledgeable staff“

“Great chefs, great staff, great food, great sake… what’s not to like when everything was great!?!?“

“It’s a large store that has a bit of everything—from Japanese snacks to cosmetics and quirky items. The place is clean, and the service is friendly and attentive; I’d definitely recommend a visit—it’s worth it, because once you step inside, you’re sure to end up buying at least one thing.“

“I had a great time over there. Delicious food 🥘“

“This place was really good. I got a to-go order and was really surprised at how many extra sides I got along with my two rolls. I didn't think I ordered that much but was absolutely full when I ate everything. The Philadelphia roll had a generous amount of cream cheese. I'm definitely going back for more.“

“Clean store with polite staff and good quality sushi. It’s my go to when I’m feeling too lazy to make anything for lunch or if I’m shopping nearby. I also love that they are one of the only places around here that have zaru soba, and my husband says their baked salmon roll is his favorite of all time. The staff remember you if you come in more than once and have excellent service too!“

“The sushi is amazing...baked salmon roll and Philly rolls are my go to!“

“Owner is from Hawaii. Great service and great taste. Spicy Miso Broth hit thr spot. definitely will be back when I'm in town for work. 🤙🤙🤙“

“Great experience at Ju-ichi! The food was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared, and everything we ordered tasted excellent. The service was just as impressive—friendly, attentive, and welcoming throughout our visit. Great food combined with great service always makes for an enjoyable experience. Definitely a place I’d be happy to visit again and recommend to others!“

“It is so delicious!! and beautiful. so kind peoples.“

“Just like Oki....iykyk 💛 🔥“

“Sipz Vegetarian Fusion Café in Clairemont is DELICIOUS! And ALL vegetarian! That’s right none of this is meat!! BBQ Chicken Appetizer and Tangy Orange Protein: "Chicken" Spice Level: Not Spicy (I forgot to take pictures before starting to eat sooo they give you more than what’s in the photos 🤣) You can even customize which type of protein you want and spice level so you get what you really want! And it is SO yummy!! I haven’t had Chinese in SO long!! ❤️“

“Shiku Sushi has the best atmosphere for dining, from their amazing menu and service. You are greeted the minute you enter and each server has a smile for you. I love the rolls, and I try different ones each visit. Casanova, Summer Beach Body to name a few. This Sushi bar is a MUST when you're visiting. You won't be disappointed!“

“Best curry in San Diego!!“

“yellowtail roll is amazing!“

“When I lived here I ate at Niban at least once a month. Moved almost a year ago. Bento box was fantastic. Sushi not as fresh as it used to be. Rice was dry. Seafood salad has also lost its spark. Kind of disappointing. Server didn't seem to care too much. Not the Niban I remember.“

“Chef TJ treats you like family! It’s the best Omakase experience my fiancee and I ever had. Whenever I have visitors or just want to treat my fiancee to a date, this place is best for all occasions. Here’s some photos of just a few of the things we have eaten there (there would be more but you honestly don’t want to be on your phone and just be in the moment…also it’s all delicious). Highly recommend this place!“

“I've been going here 3x already and been trying different dishes every time and I would say, it is good! It's inside the pyramid building. From snacks to drinks to meals, that are good for the price! Father and son working there. Very nice people also! Loved everything so far!“

“I went to Encore the other day to celebrate my birthday on the recommendation of a friend. We had a large table of like 13 people and the staff at Encore welcomed us in and took great care of us. The food was great and came out quickly. They had a good selection of drinks and everyone got to have something they would normally order. Leah, Allison, and Sofia were all amazing and took great care of us.

All in all we had a blast and the crowd and atmosphere were a lot of fun. 10/10 would definitely go back!“

“I owe Shin, our waiter for tonight, a life debt for the best service I’ve ever had at a restaurant in my life. He single handedly grew our crops, raised our children, did our homework, made us laugh, and got us our food in record time still steaming. He wins a gold record in serving and if he has a boss who is reading this, he deserves a raise and also maybe a smooch on the cheek. The food was stunning and the prices were great, amazing, will come here again (mostly for Shin)“

“Me encanta el sushi y tienes muchas opciones!“

“A solid sushi spot with fresh food and a good variety of rolls. We were seated quickly, which was a nice bonus, and the service was friendly throughout the meal. Everything tasted good, and the presentation was nice. Overall, a pleasant experience and a good place for a casual sushi dinner.“

“Great no frills Japanese fare.“

“I was so amazed by the lunch I had at Urbn Sushi today. The sashimi was incredibly fresh and of HIGH quality, and the miso soup was delicious without being overly salty like other places. If you find yourself in La Jolla/the San Diego area, I highly recommend giving this place a try. It’s a place where local enjoy and truly is a hidden gem. The clean, welcoming atmosphere and genuine service made my experience all the more satisfying.“

“My highest commendations for this place. Tonight is my fourth or fifth time, and now I feel comfortable coming by myself, at 11pm, on a Sunday. Because the food is good. Really good. They do something with the rice and spices and garlic that I can’t do and that I don’t do, so when I come here it’s like fireworks in my mouth.“

“It's amazing. Simply amazing. Great customer service. Delicious sushi. Good music. Love love love.“

“We had a wonderful time celebrating a birthday here! Geena was an amazing server; her dish recommendations were incredible, and her attentive service made the occasion feel extra special. Between the outstanding food, great drinks, and wonderful atmosphere, this place never disappoints. Highly recommended!“

“Delicioso y excelente servicio“

“The area was nice, and was pretty cozy. The food tasted immaculate, and although the chicken wings were slightly worse than the boneless thigh, the boneless thigh really did carry the meal. Service was quick and simple, and the worker was very friendly. We even ordered a second round just to get more of the boneless thighs. All in all, a pretty good experience.“

“Looking for not -so -sweet delicious cheesecakes?

This spot is my favorite to grab an affordable and easy dessert for potlucks, celebrations, or just a treat for myself.
It’s an easy in and out to grab one of the delicious cakes!

My favorites? Original and matcha!

Newest seasonal? Mango!

They’re light, airy and make you feel guilt free.“

“Went to Kotobuki for the second time with my daughter and took take out home for my husband and mother in law. We got an avocado roll, miso soup, edamame. Rooibos tea. We took spicy tuna, crunchy roll and California roll home. We all enjoyed the food. The sushi rice was very well done. Perfect texture. The tempura crunchies were not overly greasy. Everything tastes so fresh. The flavors are very balanced. The atmosphere and the general vibe are very calming and peaceful. We will definitely be back.“

“very good company and service“

“We had the most amazing meal there on Wednesday night! Everything was exceptional, especially the uni! The service was fantastic! We will be back!“

“This is quite easily the best sushi restaurant we’ve eaten in since moving to San Diego years ago. The fish is fresh, always consistent and the owners treat us like regulars. Because we are. If you like sushi that’s inventive, tasty and fresh consider Samurai!“

“Solid neighborhood joint for Japanese and Korean food. The ramen is decent as are the rolls. The staff is always friendly.

We come here on a pretty regular basis for a simple and well priced evening meal out.

Good food but not a destination.“

“Very good sushi and ramen. Great service! Comfortable, relaxed atmosphere. We will be back when we return to San Diego.“

“Great food 😋 and friendly atmosphere 🥰.“

“The person that greeted was so nice and welcoming. My first time here and she was very helpful with the menu. Food tastes amazing-so well seasoned and generous especially the lunch bowl-it was a lot! This place will now be my go to since it’s so close to work!“

“I’ve never had a bad time at Glass Box! The food is amazing and the servers, sushi chefs, and management team will make you feel kind you’re a VIP from the second you walk in their establishment. I highly recommend the omakase experience!“

“Best sushi in San Diego make a reservation vert small but worth the the wait. Freshest fish“

“I haven’t come here in over a year, but I think it’s time to address my issues. Back then I used to think it was decent, definitely not the most authentic sushi, but it was still pretty good. I still think it’s okay, but I feel like the quality and portions of food are inconsistent, some days it tastes good and some days it tastes like 💩. The drinks are good and overall I think this place is okay but just fix the portions and quality. 👍“

“it looks delicious never tried it I live in Puerto Rico USA used to live in California and ate sushi twice a week so I know west coast sushi, sashimi, miso etc. are the best your pics sure make me hungry thanks for sharing I would eat the entire tray 🍣🍤🍣🍤🍣🍤🍣“

“Great place for a Teriyaki bowl or plate. Food was delicious and reasonably priced. Staff are very friendly and hard working. You can tell they had their regulars. It was busy and over half of the patrons were known to the employees and knew their regular orders. Decor typical for mom and pops place with decent amount of seating. Will definitely go back if in the area again.“

“Friendly and fast. The food was great!“

“Great place to go when you’re craving ramen. They are very generous with the pork portions.“

“Good experience! Friendly atmosphere“