Sushi Exchange

★★★★☆ 4.3 (655) • $$

Blue Ocean - Harumama

★★★★☆ 4 (1055) • $$

"Went here on a Friday for brunch. We beat the crowd because everyone and their mama was trying to get a table. We were seated at window side, overviewing the ocean of La Jolla. Which made our stay worth while. The main reason we wanted to dine in this restaurant. Ordered noodles, buns and salad along with some assorted Sakes. All were very good.This place did not dissapoint. Good location, clean and good service. I recommend if you want to try some Asian grub.Beware: To get parking around this location is rather difficult. It's all by luck if you see a parking space or you can just opt in to pay for public parking, $20 to $30. "All pending on Parking Venue.""

Underbelly

★★★★☆ 3.9 (2961) • $$

"Fantastic little place in San Diego. I'm not a big ramen fan, so when my husband suggested going here, I wasn't planning on eating too much. But once he ordered and I tried his food, I wished I had ordered my own. He got a chicken ramen bowl and it was AMAZING!!!! So flavorful and a huge portion. We also got their wings on the side, and they may have been the hes wings I ever had.The ambience was also really cool here. You go up to the counter, place your order, then find a spot to sit. There were so many different little nooks and crannies to eat at (indoor/outdoor/bar seating/upstairs/downstairs). It was awesome! Food came out very fast and the service was 10/10."

Kusina San Diego

★★★★☆ 4 (174) • $$

"I came for a group dinner Kimayan style (eating with hands; gloves were given to us). We had banana leaves spread across the table with food (pile for two people sitting across from one another) to share and to eat on your own. The menu for included:White riceGarlic ricePancit (lots of it--plain)LoganisaGrilled chickenDried crispy fish (did not like this at all)Grilled EggplantBab bokchoyLechon kawali (liked crispy skin and bit of fat on the meat)LumpiaVegetable eggrollSlice of pineapple and melonUbe with rice for dessertMy favorite was the chicken and the pork (with the various sauces). This was my first time eating the traditional style with hands. Someone mentioned that it was surprising to have tongs! I would have liked for the food to be more warm but understand that is hard to do when food is laid out buffet style for a large group."

Bali Hai Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.7 (2793) • $$

"We've wanted to come here for years! Finally did it this trip. Views are to die for! The food is amazing as well. Prices aren't horrible for the views you get at all!Don't get the Mai Tai though! I love them but theirs is literally a cup of Rum. No returns. I appreciate a strong drink but I could barely choke it down."

Hi Guest Music BBQ

★★★★★ 4.8 (59)

"Unfortunately, the previous business could not survive in this suite at the Liberty Park Plaza in Clairemont as the original concept of Uyghur cuisine cannot be found anywhere else in town. Hi Guest Music BBQ recently opened with a complete revamp of the interior which now has a futuristic, outer space decor. Neon lighting and holograms were very prevalent. There was a small stage in the back for karaoke and/or live music performances. The dining capacity was somewhere in the neighborhood of 50 seats.Ordering was done online via a QR code at each table. Sichuan-style BBQ skewers were the featured menu offerings. If grilled items are not your thing, then other categories include soups, cold dishes, fried items, casseroles, noodles, vermicelli, and fried rice. Think snacks and street food as the theme. The electronic order form allowed you to adjust the spice level, and I selected either mild spicy or no spicy for my below picks. Each was served as three or four pieces on three skewers except the scallop.* Original Lamb* Pork Belly w/Enoki Mushroom* Fish Tofu* Beef Belly* ScallopDespite asking for no spicy on a couple of the choices, there was still plenty of seasoning on the protein. Mild spicy was already sufficient for my palate. You should have an iron stomach if extra spicy is how you want your skewers flavored. The lamb and fish tofu were my favorites. The scallop was a disappointment because I was not aware that this was going to be four shells cooked under a broiler. I assumed the scallops would be served on skewers like the others. Not only were baby size scallops used, but they were covered by vermicelli and garlic. It was certainly not worth the price of $10.99.I did not indulge in the other food categories. In hindsight, I should have diversified and ordered fewer skewers and either a noodle or rice dish. The service from the waitstaff was adequate as multiple servers took care of my table. The online system was not capable of checking out so you had to ask for a check from a server and pay the traditional way. My dining experience at Hi Guest Music BBQ was between a three star and four star level."

Boto Sushi Del Mar

★★★★☆ 4.1 (280) • $$$

"Omakase in San Diego...My cousin and her husband really like this elegant place in Del Mar! They've referred many customers to Boto Sushi and Chef Gary. I think they might visit once a month or so?It's located in a shopping center with Vons and Jersey Mike's Subs. There's lots of free, shared parking!We had 15 amazing courses:Ankimo (monkfish liver);Japanese River crab; oyster shooter; jellyfish salad; Lobster ceviche; sashimi platter: bluefin tuna, Amberjack, King Salmon, and otoro;king crab tempura;slow cooked octopus; seared A5 wagyu; threadfin bream; golden eye snapper;Rosy sea perch; house cured Japanese mackerel; Sea Eel;Mango Panna CottaEach dish was tasty, creative, and beautiful!Service was excellent - friendly, polite, and efficient!It's no wonder that Boto Sushi is the favorite restaurant of my cousin and her husband!"

Fusion

★★★★☆ 3.7 (70)

"Returning from a busy work day in San Diego, Fusion was just what the doctor ordered! Walked by the establishment a couple of times before entering because I wanted to scope-out the local scene, and Fusion is the best option in the area by far! A live house bar, relaxing atmosphere, great ownership, cool clientele, and delicious, trendy food. When I finally made my choice to enter, I was met by "Jamie" and we immediately felt welcomed and at home. She offered two seats at the bar and continued to explain the vibe of the bar, as I fell in love with the band playing just 4 or 5 feet from us. "Soul Seekers" a Classic Rock from the 60's and 70s group led by Pastor Bruce De Soto playing all of your favorites to perfection made the evening totally memorable! And the lead female singer was amazing to say the least!We sat, ordered a couple of pints from the establishment's large selection of draft craft beers, and a light appetizer of "Crispy Bogogi Fries" having dined only a couple of hours prior. The fries were delicious and the Voodoo Ranger Juicy Hazy IPA and Rincon Hazy IPA beers were crisp and cold. While sipping our beverages, we enjoyed the familiar tunes played by the band and watched as others swayed and danced to the grooves. Service was "top-shelf" and extraordinarily customer service oriented. After a couple of hours we reluctantly departed for home, and planned for our next visit. Thank you Jamie and Pastor Bruce for a memorable evening!If you are looking for a cool, laid-back, but lively place to enjoy great entertainment, delicious food, and a friendly crowd...then Fusion is the spot!Highly recommended."

Thai Burger Company

★★★★★ 4.5 (33)

"loaded fries, Thai style hamburgers, Its in the corner of the shopping mall. this is a physical location from the food truck. We all know and love. After 4 PM, deliver on base with a five dollar delivery fee. They do not have restrooms so keep that in mind."

PB Oriental

★★★★☆ 4 (177)

"We've enjoyed PB Oriental a few times for takeout and have had mixed experiences. Usually it's on the average-good side of things. Portions are average; prices are average. It's in a great location to grab some food after watching the sunset to take and enjoy at home. Or I guess you could reverse my order of things and take it for a beach picnic, the seagulls may appreciate that. ;-)"

Khan's Cave Asian Tavern & Grill

★★★★☆ 4 (918) • $$

"I don't know if I was in a good mood or what, but I loved the vibes at Khan's! Cocktails, great asian food, and very lively on the Saturday night I went. The peppery fried chicken wings were so crunchy on the outside and perfectly seasoned. Loved the pork fried rice, garlic butter shrimp, and green beans. Perfect spread fo two people and a lot of flavor. Appreciated the cocktails, like their margarita. Super nice service. Bar and restaurant seating"

Harumama Noodles + Buns - Little Italy

★★★★☆ 4 (2114) • $$

"CUTE BUNS is what gets people into the door. I found that the character buns were the best part of the experience and really enough to make up for how the other foods were a bit on the mediocre side. We got multiple savory and sweet buns and then Ramen. I wasn't in love with my Ramen dishes and I felt like the restaurant truly is investing their time into making cute character buns. So I would suggest coming for the buns and perhaps skipping the other dishes. Staff were nice, nothing bad or great stood out. Parking is hit or miss since you are in Little Italy."

Pho-Ever

★★★★☆ 3.8 (634) • $$

"I stopped coming here a few years ago, when they raised their prices and a new Pho place opened closer to home. I was in the area, so I decided to drop in again. The menu is different now, the prices are even higher, but WOW! That was a great bowl of Pho! The place is clean, the service is great (which rarely is the case in my other place), and even the music was enjoyable. I'll definitely be back..."

El Viejon Seafood

★★★★★ 4.5 (41)

"We have been to the one on Convoy and decided to try this new location since we were in the area:Here's my food recommendations:- Viejon fries is loaded and can feed 2-3 people people- Their oysters are very fresh - Quesitaco, very cheesy which I like- Chilaquiles gobernadores, also can feed 2 ppl- Michelada and try their different flavored horchatasThe seafood here offers great value for its freshness. The staff are very friendly and helpful. Although the space is small, accommodating around 25 people inside, we thoroughly enjoyed our meal and will certainly return!GO SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL BUSINESSES!!"

Bonchon

★★★★☆ 4 (243) • $$

"The restaurant is clean and bright. Parking can be a challenge at times. This Korean fried chicken style restaurant has a variety of dishes. We loved their lunch specials with wings. Their fried rice and bimbimbap rich dish is delicious with bulgogi. Their wings are perfectly crispy and flavorful. The service was friendly and helpful."

Yo Yo Bento

★★★★☆ 4.4 (26)

"Yo Yo Bento was a new truck to out business park and was selling Hawaiian / Japanese fusion. I was hoping to find something like Surf Brother's Teriyaki but seeing they sold a Hawaiian bento box I thought I'd just go for that. I ordered the Teri's Yaki Bento Box (Grilled chicken marinated, tempura slaw, macaroni salad, and a small Katsu sandwich). I think I would have nixed the Tempura slaw, it wasn't very good. Macaroni Salad was on the sweet side, the chicken was a pretty small portion. The Katsu sandwich was good however.I think if I try this truck again I'd stick with a Katsu bowl. Other people at work didn't like the food very much."

Blue Ocean Robata & Sushi Bar

★★★★☆ 4.2 (1629) • $$

"The menu offers a wide variety of options! We opted to do family style are share different dishes. The sushi pieces are large. Everything seemed high quality. The only negative remark is that we saw a dog in the restaurant (we came right at the opening). It seemed like there was a miscommunication and the dog should not have been in there."

JJ Sushi & Pho

★★★★☆ 4.4 (152) • $$

"I'm glad I found this place! Looked up for some sushi in the area and found them! It's a small family run business and the family is very kind! Their sushi tastes delicious and I even enjoy the buttery salmon sashimi. I second the yellowtail as well! I recommend their pho too! The broth is rich and they give a good amount of vegetables alongside it. So far I really like the salmon lemon roll except I substitute mine with crab meat. I have to vouch for the garlic edamame. It is the best edamame in town! They cook it to perfectionPlease give this place a try if you're reading the reviews wondering if you should give it a shot."

Mignon Pho + Grill

★★★★☆ 3.6 (676)

"I'm not really a fan of Pho in general, but a friend wanted Pho so I suggested this place because I think its a modern take on pho. So its not your traditional pho but has more modern options that a normal pho place.We started with an order of egg rolls, they were crispy and delicious. I normally don't like the dipping sauce at traditional Vietnamese places because its very fish sauce heavy, but since I didn't get a strong fish sauce smell I gave it a small dip; Not bad no strong fish sauce taste! Thats a huge plus for me! I just ate my egg rolls with sriracha though.For my entree, I was trying to decide between the short rib pho, ox tail pho and ox tail bun bo hue. I asked the waiter his opinion he suggested the short rib pho. When it came out, I was so surprised! I can see why he suggested it, it was a whole beef rib! The rib meat had been braised and was very tender and meaty. Yes the prices are a bit higher than your traditional pho place but they have more updated modern offerings. So don't go there and get the regular pho that you would at your normal pho shop, that's not why you come here.I forget what my friend ordered, some more traditional type of pho, he said it was very clean and tasty. It's in the same parking lot as Nijiya, Okan and Karami ramen so theres a large parking lot but some of the spaces are really tight, so if you can find one with adequate space take it, or park on the street for more stress free parking. Service was good, the waiter gave a great suggestion and refilled waters in a timely manner. There were only 1 or 2 servers but it wasn't too crowded.I recommend this place if you want to try Pho 2.0"

Mein St Asian Kitchen

★★★☆☆ 3 (143)

"Just got off the plane and was looking for something quick, so I popped into the Little Italy food hall, and saw other people with Mein St. food and decided to give it a go. I went with the general tso's chicken bento box which came with rice and gyoza. I also added a couple of cream cheese wontons for an additional $2. They asked how spicy I wanted from a scale of 1-10, and went with a 6.The portion size was generous, however the dish was a little too sweet for my liking, I think if I went spicy, I would've enjoyed it more, however not sure if I'd order again. Much rather try their other chef specials. I do appreciate that everything was made to order vs the cafeteria style is when it sits there. The food came out piping hot and which is always a plus. For $26 after a drink, tax, and tip, it is on the pricier side but if you are craving this style of food, it's the only place in the food hall offering Asian food."

La Costa Fusión Cuisine

★★★★★ 4.8 (21)

"La Costa is the newest eatery that has taken over this bar setup in North Park. They recently debuted without much fanfare. The notable differences to the decor were better lighting and more gold coloring compared to its most recent predecessor. My visit occurred during the soft opening phase, therefore the number of customers was limited. They seemed to be mostly family and/or friends of the owners.The one-page menu was a blend of Latin American fare with a burger, salad, and pasta thrown in the mix to create the 'fusion' in the business name. The golden font that was used to describe each item was difficult to read. I mentioned that to my server who recognized the issue because of the ambient lighting. I picked the Pork Belly to start my meal. The belly pieces were slow cooked in fat confit-style and then deep fried until crispy. A honey sriracha sauce was drizzled on top which gave a sweet contrast to the savory meat.Four types of tacos were available and served as a pair per order. I asked if I could select two different ones instead of a matching duo. The chef agreed with the request so the Black Garlic Shrimp and Pulpo Enchilado were my choices. The first taco had black garlic mojo shrimp on a blue corn tortilla crusted with cheese. The toppings were avocado slices and a cilantro scallion sauce. The second taco consisted of grilled octopus marinated with chile mojo sauce on a corn tortilla. Melted oaxaca cheese, sauteed onions, avocado, and crema were added. A cup of de la olla beans came with the plate.I gave a slight edge to the Pulpo Enchilado because of my bias toward grilled octopus. The sauteed onions also made an impact on the texture of this taco that the shrimp one didn't have. For a small kitchen, I felt the food produced by La Costa Fusion Cuisine was impressive enough to be worth a 4.5 star rating."

The Original Sab-E-Lee

★★★★☆ 3.8 (1184) • $$

"It's been many years since I've last had Sab-E-Lee and omg I fell in love with it all over again, even harder. I visited on a Saturday evening recently with no wait for 2 people, but a pretty full restaurant. We shared the Yellow Curry with Chicken, Tom Yum Soup with Shrimp, Thai Fried Rice with Beef, white rice, and Thai iced tea. Everything tasted great and had a lot of flavor. Service was nice. Will be back real soon!"

Social Thai Kitchen

★★★★★ 4.5 (80) • $$

"Back again! My mom and I went back here and it was as good as ever. We got the regular (non-vegan) thai tea and it was delicious. My mom got the Ramen Tom Yum and it had a good flavor and lots of well made dumplings filled with chicken. I got the mussaman curry again and I loved it, like usual."

Bonchon

★★★★☆ 4 (165) • $$

"4 star overall, driven largely by their friendly and attentive service and the nice environment for a work lunch meeting. This place is in Pacific Highlands Ranch and oddly enough was not that busy during the lunch hour.We ordered right at the stand at the door and took our number to a table of our choice. Sadly, this location did not serve chicken strips even though they used the same menu as the convoy location which includes strips. I ordered Japchae instead.The food came out quickly and they packed it in Togo containers, even for dine in, as if anticipating that you may save a bit to bring home. The Japchae was a bit on the sweet side but the ratio of ingredients to rice noodle was good. The rice noodle was a bit soft and overcooked. Sure enough, I saved half to bring back.Our server was fantastic, he was friendly, efficient, and came by just the perfect amount of times to make sure our water cups were filled."

Tora Tora Sushi

★★★★☆ 4.3 (270) • $$

"If you crave Sushi without breaking the bank or having to dine in and just enjoy at home instead then this is the go to spot for people on the go! On the other hand, it's also a nice cozy spot to dine in and enjoy a few rolls and a conversation for a party of two. They serve bottled cold sake and if you're nice they will offer you complimentary ice cream w/ a fortune cookie for no apparent reason, but because they're nice like that!"

Thai Burger

★★★★★ 4.5 (33)

"loaded fries, Thai style hamburgers, Its in the corner of the shopping mall. this is a physical location from the food truck. We all know and love. After 4 PM, deliver on base with a five dollar delivery fee. They do not have restrooms so keep that in mind."

Sushi Deli 1

★★★★☆ 3.6 (1807) • $$

"I met up with a friend recently on a Monday evening for dinner. She suggested Sushi Deli. I have been to a different sushi deli once, many years ago, buy never this location. We met up just before 6:00. When we arrived, the place was bustling, but they had space and we were quickly greeted. I was looking forward to wine or cocktails, but learned quickly that they don't have a full liquor license, so I asked for wine. I was offered red, white, or plum... which me is a good reason to skip the wine order. I ended up drinking the house nigori, which was just OK. If you like beer, it is probably a decent place to drink. The menu is huge. Unfortunately, most items were fried or creamy rolls, which are just not my favorite. I could have ordered the sashimi to avoid that, but wanted to share with my friend, so we ordered the four by four, four pieces of four types of a sushi roll. We chose that because it didn't have anything fried. It was OK. Usually, I eat all of my sushi and want more, but it just wasn't interesting, so we left some on the plate. The miso soup was pretty good. Honestly, I didn't eat much that eventing. I do want to say that the service was excellent. Our server came by regularly, and my water was regularly filled. Unfortunately, I really didn't care for the food or drinks. People talk about this place for cheap sushi, but I guess this is an example of getting what you pay for. I don't plan to return."

Obi's Sushi

★★★★☆ 4.1 (364) • $$

"JUST OK.(3 stars)- FOOD: ok- PRICE: ok- SERVICE: ok- AMBIANCE: okThis will be a medicore review for Obi's (Ok) Sushi. Didn't come here with expectation's and left with the same entered feeling. :: FOOD ::Played it safe and ordered basic.HAMACHI nigiri ($7.5) - yellowtail. Presentation was beautiful with a carved butterfly carrot but taste was just ok. It is a safe fish to order and nothing about me wowed me except the presentation. RECOMMEND LEMON DROP ROLL ($19.5) - yellowtail, avocados, crab, gobo, cucumbers, radish sprouts, salmon, thin sliced lemon, Tobin, green onions, spicy mayo. Ordered this because it's familiar and safe. Again, wasn't wowed by anything and the flavors were just ok. I felt like there was a lot more sauce than needed but maybe it's needed because it lacks in taste. RECOMMEND Left hungry but didn't want to spend any more money here when all was "just ok". Until the next review..."

Wei Wei Asian Express - San Diego

★★★★☆ 4.4 (1160) • $$

"My cousin comes here often for their wings and bring it over. Today I was craving orange chicken.I did order online and went to pick up but I guess the system was done so the order never went through. Luckily I got there right when they opened so it wasn't yet busy and ordered in person. They made this under 10 mins. On the drive home it smelled so good!The orange chicken is bomb! It's a lot more tart than Panda Express and like a stronger taste. Reminds me of like tangerine chicken. But it was such a good deal for $9.45 and it comes with an eggroll. I will definitely be back soon. I opted for fried rice which was good-I think I'll just get regular white rice next time to be healthier.The egg flower soup here is so bomb! I should've gotten a large. I make it at home but this one is like silky and gelatinous. Sooo good. 10/10. I can't wait to try other items!"

The Grillery

★★★★☆ 4.3 (106)

"One of my favorite lunch spots around work! Everything I've tried on the menu has been delicious! You can call your order in ahead of time if you want to avoid the wait... the staff is always super friendly and helpful! Both of the sandwiches are great... the bowls are awesome too! Definitely worth trying if you are in the area and looking for a good lunch spot!"

Little Sakana All You Can Eat Sushi

★★★★★ 4.5 (499) • $$$

"R&B AND SUSHI ROLLSThree rounds of all you can eat sushi which can include a lot of options. Too many to list in an review. I never make it to round three. This disappoints management each time. They are so concerned that's something is wrong. When everything is so RIGHT. It's just fiscally smarter for me to do all you can eat.*Infinite R&B in the blackground.*Limitless customer service.*Priceless price point.*Bottomless refills before you need one. It's a lot of food. Makes me think we've been overcharged for sushi our whole American lives.I arrived on Sunday at 330 PM. No wait time. Gratuity in cash is highly recommended "Laughter is the key to youth."- Karen Madewell@littlesakanasd#palmpromenadechulavista#sushilives"

El Pez

★★★★☆ 4.2 (304) • $$

"It's been a while since I'd eaten here. But I remembered just how fantastic the coco-lime tuna mini-tostadas were, so I stopped by for lunch after coming back from Tijuana. My memory hadn't failed me. Those coco-lime tosadas are the single best small bite appetizer I've ever had, anywhere in the world. On a scale of 1 to 5, they are an 8!! I ordered 3 of them, and after devouring them, I considered just ordering 3 or 4 more, but decided I should try something else on the menu. I ordered the tuna aguachiles, which came with three mini-tostadas to stack the ingredients on. Also very good - 4.5 stars."

Aaharn

★★★★☆ 4.1 (357) • $$

"Super tasty! I was across the hall at Stone Brewing and while the beer was tasty (and strong), I wanted something simple as I had been traveling. Happy hour is from 4:30-7. I had the Gyoza and glass of white. Choice of wine was Chardonnay or Sauvignon blanc. I said you choose and I ended up with the Sauvignon blanc. Quick. Easy. Attentive service. Being next to the train station it's not touristy at all. Locals, a couple of cops were all in attendance while I quickly noshed. Those that know, know. Seating is limited."

Harney Sushi

★★★★☆ 4 (2881) • $$

"DELISH! Was exploring old town and wanted something other than Mexican. Harney was able to get us a table for two right away, even though they were pretty busy for a Tuesday night. They offer a Yelp check-in deal for a free Shishito Pepper appetizer, which I highly recommend ordering. It's super tasty. They have a great cocktail menu. I opted for the Pomegranate Paloma. We split a Rainbow Roll and a Spicy Tuna Roll. So good. The food and drinks were great. Service was excellent. Our whole experience was awesome. I definitely recommend this spot! It's really inviting inside with tables or bar seating."

Signature Thai Cuisine

★★★★★ 4.6 (605) • $$

"Everything about this place is great! Attentive service, fun ambiance, and the most delicious Thai food at reasonable prices. I tried their Drunken noodles and panang curry which I would highly recommend either option. I look forward to coming back and trying more items off their menu!"