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Japanese Cuisine: 24 Restaurants Found

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Robata Ya Oton

Address: 5447 Kearny Villa Rd Suite D, San Diego, CA 92123 (Map)

In a traditional, cozy, and calming atmosphere, Robata Ya Oton offers patrons traditional Japanese fare that most Japanese restaurants strayed away from. Located in Kearny Mesa, Robata Ya Oton specializes in the art of “Robatayaki”: the original traditional Japanese barbecue cooked in front of customers and served direct, similar to the style of sushi. The chef sits in plain view of the customers and surrounds himself with selected ingredients he has on display for all. This offers a lively setting and one-on-one interaction with the chef to help him create the quintessential dish for each guest. Delve into traditional Yakimono (Grilled Dish) like Grilled Marinated Black Cod with Miso Flavor or Yellowtail Cheek. Each dish is carefully handcrafted by master Robatayaki chefs and grilled to excellence. In addition, guests have the choice of ordering Hot Pot Dishes called “Nabemono”, and starched filled dishes called “Shime” that close the dining experience in traditional Japanese culture. Few Western Japanese restaurants serve the type of cuisine that Robata Ya Oton does. Luckily, San Diego has a gem like Robata Ya Oton that has stood the test of time.

Onami-TORA

Address: 1640 Camino Del Rio North, Suite 206, San Diego, CA 92108 (Map)

Seafood enthusiasts flock to Onami-TORA’s all-you-can-eat Japanese seafood buffet stocked with fresh salads, a vast spread of sushi, gourmet hot food, fresh baked goods, and more. With so many tasty offerings to choose from, diners revisit their buffet favorites again and again. And lucky for everyone, Onami-TORA’s reasonable prices make the prospect of coming back a definite reality. Fresh produce and seafood is delivered daily for Onami-TORA’s staff of professional chefs to work their magic on—new dishes are always finding their way to the forefront for guests to enjoy. Known for having a light, relaxed, and clean atmosphere, Onami-TORA is ideal for lunch, dinner, special occasions, and an excuse to indulge.

Ki Ku Ya

Address: 3949 Governor Drive, La Jolla, CA 92122 (Map)

Sushi Ki Ku Ya offers a complete sushi bar operated by Master Sushi Chef Yutaka Nakanote, formerly of Shogun in La Jolla. With his terrific talents, Chef “Naka” aims to create delightful traditional Japanese and Korean entrees that are equally appetizing and visually pleasing. His playful specialty rolls are the menu’s highlight, but the restaurant serves everything from sashimi to tofu, and skewered yakitori to noodles. The restaurant offers casual dining and a friendly atmosphere. Chef “Naka” and the wait staff are very responsive to patrons' needs and will create a dish catering to your individual tastes.

Niban Japanese Restaurant

Address: 7081 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, San Diego, CA 92111 (Map)

A bustling lunch crowd advertises the popularity of Niban Japanese Restaurant in Kearny Mesa and an outdoor patio makes it an enticing opportunity to get outside for a lunch break. It’s not uncommon to see a line out the door , and the friendly and attentive staff consistently delivers food quickly to the table, no matter the size of the crowd. Menu items are reasonably priced and along with weekly changing specialty rolls like the Spicy Scallop Roll, which are available for $5. All food is freshly prepared and curries, noodle dishes, bento boxes, as well as teriyaki bowls, round out the menu. Call in an order or sit at the bar area to watch as rolls are prepared by their master chefs.

Sushi Yaro

Address: 7905 Engineer Road, San Diego, CA 92111 (Map)

Sushi Yaro, literally translating to, “Let’s do sushi,” is an appropriate name for this local gem tucked away in the backstreets of Kearny Mesa. Chef and owner Sam Cha discovered his culinary passion for sushi while stationed in Japan. In a traditional style sushi bar, Sushi Yaro boasts the expected large sushi bar where patrons can sit back and marvel at Chef Cha’s distinctive style and see his personality come alive through his edible artwork. Accents of Japanese culture subtlety show themselves through artwork and details along the bar. This menu is home to conventional Japanese cuisine of fresh hand rolls, ngiri and sashimi. Fresh seafood such as tuna, salmon, octopus and yellowtail is candidly integrated into various sushi and entrée selections. Most popular, Chef Cha is known for his “One Night Stand” roll, which famously changes every day and reflects the freshest of fish and local ingredients for sushi connoisseurs.

Nobu Gourmet

Address: 315 South Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA 92024 (Map)

Do you want oysters on the half shell by the fire, a Kirin with sashimi while watching the game on a big screen, or hand rolls served to you in an intimate room, surrounded by Shoji screens? Nobu Gourmet in Encinitas is your place for all of these culinary cravings. At Nobu Gourmet – a sushi bar with several personalities and extensive menu of noodles, grilled fish and meats, not to mention the sakes available – there are almost too many good things to choose from, and enticing fare for everyone.

Benihana

Address: 477 Camino Del Rio South, San Diego, CA 92108 (Map)

The first Benihana opened in 1964, introducing traditional Japanese cuisine to the United States. Now with locations world wide, the hibachi steakhouse serves 'teppanyaki' cooking, with performing chefs preparing and serving chicken, steak, and seafood dishes right in front of guests. Guests are invited to dine at a shared table, and the live preparation of their dishes is both appetizing and memorable, adding a new twist to your average dinner. Dine on delicious entrees such as Colossal Mango Shrimp, Hibachi Chateaubriand, Salmon Tsutsumi-Yaki, and other mouthwatering seafood and meat dishes. In addition, Benihana offers a variety of fresh sushi and other Japanese favorites. Considered as a great place for special events, parties, or even a romantic dinner, Benihana Restaurant is a memorable dining experience worth the try.

LoungeSD

Address: 655 G Street Suite H, San Diego, CA 92101 (Map)

Are you looking for an event venue that will touch all of your senses? Centrally located in Downtown San Diego, the LoungeSD is one of the newest scenes in San Diego County. The venue incorporates designer furniture, an urban interior, a built in bar, projector screens, and state of the art sound and lighting systems. This locale creates the ambiance of the San Diego night life, while providing you with privacy of your own home. The LoungeSD also has a fully equipped kitchen and welcomes outside catering. When you enter this locale, you will feel the elegance of the modern décor. It provides the comfort and privacy you want for your special occasion.

Red Pearl Kitchen

Address: 440 J Street, Suite 108, San Diego, CA 92101 (Map)

Red Pearl Kitchen is serving up Pan-Asian cuisine set to a striking décor that includes a black-pebbled floor, vibrant red and gold walls, and a “Chef’s Table” located right in middle of the bustling kitchen! Located in the bustling Gaslamp District of downtown and boasting a delicious spread that includes entrees such as the Chili-Caramel Prawns with Long Beans and Shaking Kobe Beef with Papaya and Mint. Owners Tim and Liza Goodell have pulled out all of the stops to make their second location just as memorable as the original Huntington Beach hotspot.

Nozomi Noodles and Teriyaki

Address: 4637 Convoy Street #104, San Diego, CA 92111 (Map)

Tucked away in the back corner of one of Convoy’s many Korean restaurant filled plazas, is Nozomi, a quaint Japanese sushi, noodles, and teriyaki eatery. Nozomi’s menu showcases an almost overwhelming variety of fresh sushi, specialty rolls, bento boxes, combo plates, and hot pots. Their specials change daily and they even offer an “all you can eat” deal. Nozomi rolls arrive in style on huge plates in a flower like or animal shaped presentations that come decorated with various sauces and an orchid. Dishes are colorful and fresh and portion sizes are generous and can easily be shared. The décor is simplistic and natural and consists mostly of wood and bamboo. Nozomi also has a sister restaurant in La Jolla so you can get your sushi fix on that side of town too!