Excellent fresh poke bowl. Highly recommend the Godzilla Bowl! Folks serving were super nice and the patio is a welcoming little spot. Enjoy!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Poke, Godzilla Bowl
Tiffany Moseley
Makai Sushi offers a cozy, casual dining experience where the focus is clearly on the freshness of the ingredients. I tried their hapa roll, featuring Aji tuna and crab, and was impressed by how fresh everything tasted. The venue itself is small, with just four tables inside, but the patio provides a more spacious alternative. It’s a counter-service spot, so you order up front and they bring the food to your table—perfect for a relaxed meal. When I visited, the place wasn’t busy, allowing for quick service. A word of advice: the rolls are generous, and the large pieces make it a challenge to eat in one bite. I’m eager to return and explore their sushi burritos next time!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hapa-Roll
Nikia Porter
I love having lunch at Makia Sushi in San Diego. Chef Matt and his team always make me feel at home. The food is incredibly fresh, straight from the docks the same day. I highly recommend checking them out—and be sure to mention the Senator sent you!
Staff was very friendly and there is a nice amount of seating. But personally, I felt the pieces of sushi were strangely large, it reminded me of my first attempt at homemade sushi. The ingredients were quality but overall the taste wasn't memorable to me.
I would consider returning if I was in the area, but probably would not specifically seek out this place
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Kenny Greer
This was a really good find. Super fresh and tasty.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Godzilla Bowl
Sara Gottlieb
Food is AMAZING - fresh and delicious. Incredible staff, very friendly/helpful/accommodating. Absolutely recommend!
Hands down the best sushi in San Diego! The rice is perfection and the tuna is so fresh. I couldn't get enough. Best kept secret that is prob not gonna stay secret too much longer...absolutely delicious
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Godzilla Bowl
G V
I got the hapa bowl! It’s very fresh, the flavors are balanced and just the right amount of food! I’m very picky when it comes to texture and freshness and this place did not disappoint! My husband loved the spicy ahi rolls! Will definitely be back :)
One of my top 3 spots in San Diego. The Godzilla Poke Bowl and the Hapa Burrito are my absolute favorites. A hidden gem nestled in the heart of Hillcrest, radiating an authentic Hawaiian vibe that's both effortlessly chill and warmly inviting. Chef Mat brings his good energy and humor, making it feel like a home away from home.
Best Poke I've had since off the hook on Oahu. Tried the Godzilla bowl this time. Super fresh, great combination of flavors. Friendly owner, friendly staff, quick service, inviting atmosphere. Highly recommend. Will be back for sure.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Francisco Ramirez
Such good food and super friendly service the owner positive attitude is just contagious yeah definitely recommend this place
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Salmon Roll, Hapa-Roll, California Roll
Christoph
Amazing Poke!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Poke
Adam1x
Hands down the most incredible sushi I've ever had!
Excellent fresh poke bowl. Highly recommend the Godzilla Bowl! Folks serving were super nice and the patio is a welcoming little spot. Enjoy!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Poke, Godzilla Bowl
Makai Sushi offers a cozy, casual dining experience where the focus is clearly on the freshness of the ingredients. I tried their hapa roll, featuring Aji tuna and crab, and was impressed by how fresh everything tasted. The venue itself is small, with just four tables inside, but the patio provides a more spacious alternative. It’s a counter-service spot, so you order up front and they bring the food to your table—perfect for a relaxed meal. When I visited, the place wasn’t busy, allowing for quick service. A word of advice: the rolls are generous, and the large pieces make it a challenge to eat in one bite. I’m eager to return and explore their sushi burritos next time!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hapa-Roll
I love having lunch at Makia Sushi in San Diego. Chef Matt and his team always make me feel at home. The food is incredibly fresh, straight from the docks the same day. I highly recommend checking them out—and be sure to mention the Senator sent you!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hapa-Roll, Gorilla Bowl, Poke, Godzilla Bowl
Staff was very friendly and there is a nice amount of seating. But personally, I felt the pieces of sushi were strangely large, it reminded me of my first attempt at homemade sushi. The ingredients were quality but overall the taste wasn't memorable to me.
I would consider returning if I was in the area, but probably would not specifically seek out this place
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
This was a really good find. Super fresh and tasty.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Godzilla Bowl
Food is AMAZING - fresh and delicious. Incredible staff, very friendly/helpful/accommodating. Absolutely recommend!
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Gorilla Bowl, Poke, Godzilla Bowl
Hands down the best sushi in San Diego! The rice is perfection and the tuna is so fresh. I couldn't get enough. Best kept secret that is prob not gonna stay secret too much longer...absolutely delicious
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Godzilla Bowl
I got the hapa bowl! It’s very fresh, the flavors are balanced and just the right amount of food! I’m very picky when it comes to texture and freshness and this place did not disappoint! My husband loved the spicy ahi rolls! Will definitely be back :)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hapa Bowl
Da best sushi in all of San Diego ????
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sushi Burritos, Gorilla Bowl, Godzilla Bowl
One of my top 3 spots in San Diego. The Godzilla Poke Bowl and the Hapa Burrito are my absolute favorites. A hidden gem nestled in the heart of Hillcrest, radiating an authentic Hawaiian vibe that's both effortlessly chill and warmly inviting. Chef Mat brings his good energy and humor, making it feel like a home away from home.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hapa Burrito, Hapa-Roll, Godzilla Bowl
Restaurantji Recommends
Best Poke I've had since off the hook on Oahu. Tried the Godzilla bowl this time. Super fresh, great combination of flavors. Friendly owner, friendly staff, quick service, inviting atmosphere. Highly recommend. Will be back for sure.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Such good food and super friendly service the owner positive attitude is just contagious yeah definitely recommend this place
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Salmon Roll, Hapa-Roll, California Roll
Amazing Poke!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Poke
Hands down the most incredible sushi I've ever had!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Salmon Roll, Hapa-Roll, Sushi Burritos, Godzilla Bowl
100% go to from now on. Freshly done, Hawaiian style. Stop reading reviews and JUST GO!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Godzilla Bowl
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