Shimbashi Izakaya
$$$ • Japanese Book a table: 7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM MoreAbout Shimbashi Izakaya
Customers' Favorites
Shimbashi 2-Layer Bento Box with Miso Soup
Thin Sliced Seared Beef with Yuzu Ponzu
Grilled Black Cod with Saikyo Miso
Chocolate Ganache Bomb Cake
Assorted Sashimi Appetizer
Yellowtail with Jalapeño
Assorted Nigiri Sushi
Grilled Beef Tongue
Yellowtail Jalapeno
Salmon & Ika Nigiri
Shimbashi Izakaya Reviews
365 ratings
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Heated outdoor, large menu, great food!
enjoyable venue with views. food was delicious!
Great place to have a fantastic lunch or dinner. The folks here are friendly and courteous. I highly recommend this place.
Hours
| Monday | 11:30AM - 2PM 5 - 8:30PM |
| Tuesday | 5 - 8:30PM 11:30AM - 2PM |
| Wednesday | 5 - 8:30PM 11:30AM - 2PM |
| Thursday | 5 - 8:30PM 11:30AM - 2PM |
| Friday | 11:30AM - 2PM 5 - 8:30PM |
| Saturday | 5 - 8:30PM 12 - 3PM |
| Sunday | 5 - 8:30PM 12 - 3PM |
Shimbashi Izakaya is a highly regarded Japanese restaurant that offers an authentic dining experience. The menu features a variety of delectable Japanese tapas, including sushi rolls, baked fish, tempura, and more. Customers praise the restaurant's great service, pleasant outdoor seating, and healthy, flavorful food. Many reviews highlight the amazing quality of the food, especially the eggplant dish, lobster salmon roll, and the assorted nigiri appetizer, noting their fresh and delicious taste. The staff is described as very friendly, attentive, and kind, and guests enjoy wonderful views from the shaded outdoor patio, enhanced by the ocean breeze. While one reviewer mentioned a minor service issue in the past, the overall consensus is that Shimbashi Izakaya provides a high-quality, enjoyable dining experience reminiscent of authentic Japanese cuisine. It is a favorite spot for many, with accommodating service for dietary needs, fresh food, and interesting specials, making it a go-to in Del Mar. The Lychee Martini and oyster shots are also noted as tasty options that guests look forward to. The restaurant is a great place to enjoy Japanese beer and delicious izakaya-style food. It is also a nice spot for lunch, but dinner can be disappointing with smaller portions. The food is amazing, but the service can be very slow, sometimes taking nearly an hour for the food to come. Despite the slow service, the food is still the best Japanese sushi restaurant for quality. The lemon albacore roll and the garlic edamame are highly recommended. The restaurant feels just like being back in Tokyo, and both the food and the service are excellent.