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Tajima Ramen Convoy
Clairemont
“The tonkotsu broth is what put San Diego ramen on the map”
$$ · Restaurants · 2.8
$
Kamon Craft Cocktail Bar
East Village
$ · Japanese · 2.5
$
Kinme Omakase
Bankers Hill
$ · Japanese · 2.5
$
Zama San Diego
Gaslamp Quarter
$ · Sushi · 2.4
$
Ju-ichi
Clairemont
$ · Japanese · 2.4
$$
Hokkaido Ramen Santouka
Clairemont
“Supermarket chain offering a range of Japanese groceries, plus cosmetics, appliances & other goods.”
$$ · Japanese · 2.4
$$
Shiku
La Jolla
“Japanese spot serving sushi, hot entrees & sake in a relaxed space with black-&-red decor.”
$$ · Sushi · 2.4
$$
Hatsuzakura
University Heights
$$ · Restaurants · 2.4
$$
Wonderful Sushi Hillcrest
Hillcrest
“Sushi & Japanese dishes are on offer at this simple eatery with TVs & a patio, plus beer & sake.”
$$ · Restaurants · 2.4
$$
Bay Park Fish Company
Bay Park
“Clever seafood sandwiches, tacos & entrees in an industrial market space with nautical decorations.”
$$ · Sushi · 2.4
$$
Riki Sushi
North Park
“This casual yet contemporary Japanese eatery offers classic sushi & rolls, plus hot entrees.”
$$ · Restaurants · 2.4
$$$
Sushi Ota
Bay Park
“Chef-owned Japanese outfit in a modest strip-mall locale crafts premium sushi & omakase tastings.”
$$$ · Sushi · 2.4
$
Ujin
University City
$ · Japanese · 2.4
$
Ramen Station
Clairemont
$ · Japanese · 2.4
$$$
Ken Sushi Workshop
Carmel Valley
“Japanese fusion fare like clever sushi rolls are served in a sleek, compact space with bar seats.”
$$$ · Sushi · 2.4
$$
Buta Japanese Ramen
Old Town
$$ · Japanese · 2.4
$
MARUGAME UDON
University City
$ · Japanese · 2.4
$$
Tabu Shabu North Park
North Park
$$ · Restaurants · 2.4
$
AKA San Diego
Gaslamp Quarter
$ · Sushi · 2.4
$
DAO Fu
Normal Heights
“Free salad & dessert are included with dinner at this Chinese restaurant, plus vegan dishes.”
$ · Japanese · 2.4
$
TAKARAMONO SUSHI
La Jolla
$ · Sushi · 2.4
$$
Cherrywine Sushi & Burmese Cuisine
La Jolla
$$ · Sushi · 2.4
$
KOMATSUYA Japanese cuisine & sushi
Hillcrest
$ · Sushi · 2.4
$$$$
SOICHI
University Heights
“Traditional Japanese restaurant serving sushi & sashimi amid simply decorated surroundings.”
$$$$ · Restaurants · 2.4
$
Zzan Downtown
Gaslamp Quarter
$ · Sushi · 2.4
$
HiroNori Craft Ramen
Sorrento Valley
$ · Japanese · 2.4
$
Sipz Clairemont
Clairemont
“Casual spot doing unique takes on classic Asian dishes with a vegan sushi bar, coffee & bubble teas.”
$ · Sushi · 2.4
$$
Haidilao Hot Pot San Diego
University City
$$ · Japanese · 2.4
$
Chef JUN - Bay Ho
Clairemont
“Classic Japanese eatery serving sushi & other traditional dishes along with sake, wine & beer.”
$ · Sushi · 2.4
$$
Menya Ultra
Clairemont
“Snug, understated destination for choice ramen & Japanese beer in a busy strip mall.”
$$ · Japanese · 2.4
$$
OB Noodle House & Sake Bar
Ocean Beach
“Bustling restaurant & bar specializing in pho, beer on tap & a wide variety of sake drinks.”
$$ · Restaurants · 2.3
$$
Pushkin Lounge & Bar
Gaslamp Quarter
“Classy locale for elegant presentations of traditional Russian & Eastern European dishes.”
$$ · Sushi · 2.3
$$
Nozaru Ramen Bar
Normal Heights
“Small, white-tiled Japanese place with a chill vibe offering ramen, sushi & gyoza.”
$$ · Japanese · 2.3
$$
Taka Restaurant
Gaslamp Quarter
“Japanese meals with an American twist in a casual nook, plus seasonal sushi/sashimi & hot/cold sake.”
$$ · Japanese · 2.3
$$
Nozomi Sushi La Jolla
University City
“Trendy spot located in a shopping center features hefty Pan-Asian plates & hopping happy hours.”
$$ · Sushi · 2.3
$$
Blue Ocean / Harumama
La Jolla
$$ · Sushi · 2.3
$$
Underbelly
Little Italy
“Snug counter for hearty bowls of ramen & Japanese comfort grub in an industrial-chic setting.”
$$ · Japanese · 2.3
$
Ichiban PB
Pacific Beach
“Cozy outpost of the local counter-serve Japanese chain known for sushi rolls at budget prices.”
$ · Sushi · 2.3
$$
Marufuku Ramen
Carmel Valley
$$ · Japanese · 2.3
$
DELSUSHI
University City
“Focused menu of sushi rolls from basic to deluxe offered for takeout or delivery only.”
$ · Sushi · 2.3
$$$
Oceana Coastal Kitchen
Pacific Beach
“Upscale eatery inside the Catamaran Resort Hotel is known for its seafood dishes & bay views.”
$$$ · Sushi · 2.3
$$
Lumi
Gaslamp Quarter
“Lively rooftop Japanese eatery spotlighting sushi, seafood & meat plates, plus cocktails & sake.”
$$ · Sushi · 2.3
$$
EE NAMI Tonkatsu Izakaya
Clairemont
$$ · Japanese · 2.3
$$$
Himitsu
La Jolla
“Snug spot doling out nigiri sushi & Japanese small plates prepped by a Sushi Ota alum.”
$$$ · Japanese · 2.3
$
Hi Poke Seaport Village
Gaslamp Quarter
“Cheerful quick-serve eatery offering custom poke bowls & burritos near Seaport Village.”
$ · Seafood · 2.3
$$
Nishiki Ramen
Hillcrest
“Bright, modern Japanese eatery featuring ramen & an assortment of small plates & snacks.”
$$ · Japanese · 2.3
$$
RAKITORI Japanese Pub&Grill
Hillcrest
“Chill hangout with sushi rolls, ramen & other Japanese bites, plus happy hours & local beers on tap.”
$$ · Sushi · 2.3
$$
Kinoyume Sushi and Grill
University City
$$ · Sushi · 2.3
$$
Cannonball
Mission Beach
“Trendy venue for upscale sushi & small Japanese dishes served in a rooftop space with ocean views.”
$$ · Sushi · 2.3
$$
Underbelly North Park
North Park
“Snug counter for hearty bowls of ramen & Japanese comfort grub in an industrial-chic setting.”
$$ · Japanese · 2.3