The best japanese in La Jolla, according to people who actually live here.
La Jolla earns its reputation on the cliffs and the cove, but keeping it means knowing which storefronts are here for residents and which exist only for the rental car crowd.

La Jolla
$$ · Sushi · 2.4

La Jolla
$ · Sushi · 2.4

La Jolla
“Japanese spot serving sushi, hot entrees & sake in a relaxed space with black-&-red decor.”
$$ · Sushi · 2.4

La Jolla
“Snug spot doling out nigiri sushi & Japanese small plates prepped by a Sushi Ota alum.”
$$$ · Japanese · 2.3

La Jolla
$$ · Sushi · 2.3

La Jolla
“Bustling sushi bar in a cozy, vine-covered space offering large rolls, teriyaki & noodles.”
$$ · Sushi · 2.2