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Japanese Cuisine: 24 Restaurants Found

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Ikiru Japanese Restaurant

Address: 2850 Womble Rd, San Diego, CA 92106 (Map)

Ikiru Japanese Restaurant is tucked into the historic Liberty Station in Point Loma, offering quality sushi and Japanese fare in a casual and quiet setting. Just beyond the sometimes chaotic scene of San Diego’s beach communities, Ikiru is a choice destination for both creative and more traditional sushi rolls, along with authentic seafood and meat dishes. Ikiru’s enticing lunch specials are always reason enough to stop in, and their full bar featuring a palate-warming variety of sake Japanese beers can turn a meal into an experience.

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.

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.

Roppongi Restaurant & Sushi Bar

Address: 875 Prospect Street, La Jolla, CA 92037 (Map)

Seated among the swank décor, cool lighting and plush booths at Roppongi’s, there’s no shortage of delicious delights. A typical evening might begin with a Sake-tini and a bite from Sushi Chef’s Shinji Okano’s sushi bar like the Albacore Jalapeño Roll. Next, the Asian tapas menu offers a seemingly endless selection of small dishes as varied as traditional chicken satay and shrimp and scallop potstickers with tobiko caviar sauce. The dinner menu is equally tantalizing, filled with Chef Stephen Window’s unique “new Asian cuisine” creations. Sommelier Megan Burgess presents an extensive award-winning wine list that is as varied as Chef Window’s cuisine, and desserts like Tahitian Bananas offer a decadent conclusion.

Shimbashi Izakaya

Address: 1555 Camino Del Mar #201, Del Mar, CA 92014 (Map)

Literally meaning “New Bridge,” Shimbashi Izakaya brings precision to its meaning by offering an elevated taste on classic Japanese cuisine. Located in Del Mar amongst eye-catching scenic views of the waterfront, Shimbashi Izakaya prides itself on being a casual place where one can easily unwind, similar to the Izakaya- style bars found in Tokyo, Japan. For those who enjoy fresh sushi and sashimi, Shimbashi Izakaya offers a multi-faceted selection that would pair perfectly with their fine array of sake. Shimbashi Izakaya also offers full lunch and dinner entrees that embody Japanese cuisine with a contemporary finesse.

Tao Vietnamese Japanese Cuisine

Address: 3332 Adams Avenue, San Diego, CA 92116 (Map)

Tucked away in the heart of Adams Avenue- the famous strip in the neighborhood of Normal Heights- you will find Tao. Offering healthy Vietnamese/Japanese cuisine with an extensive vegetarian selection, Chef Hung “Eric” Tao also features his homemade tofu and soy milk, which he makes fresh daily. His specialty is his Mango “Chicken” Rice: soy based mock “chicken” pieces sautéed with sweet, juicy mango, and the Tofu Rice Pot, tofu, and stir fry vegetables atop rice served in an iron rice pot. With such popular selections, this casual hotspot will satisfy vegetarians and meat eaters alike.

Wa Dining Okan

Address: 3860 Convoy Street Suite 110, San Diego, CA 92111 (Map)

Wa Dining Okan motto is “welcome home”, providing guests a space that is equally warm and cozy, just like home. Its dining room is decorated with Japanese traditional art and furniture that transports guests to rural location of Japan, far from modern day problems and worries. The menu offers guests a traditional take on Japanese cuisine that utilizes simple flavors and seasonal ingredients that are filled with kindness, which is definitely hard to find these days. Indulge in Okan's signature grilled dishes like the Roasted Duck with Green Onions or the Chicken Wings: seasoned with special spices and grilled to perfection. Wa Dining Okan's calm environment and traditional fare will guarantee a deliciously comforting meal for guests, family and friends to enjoy.

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.

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.

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.