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SOICHI
Michelin-starred omakase experience where Japan meets San Diego with every melt-in-your-mouth bite.
4.6(5 reviews)
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Michelin-starred omakase experience where Japan meets San Diego with every melt-in-your-mouth bite.
SOICHI is a Michelin-starred sushi restaurant in San Diego, offering an intimate omakase and à la carte dining experience with the freshest fish sourced globally. Led by Chef Soichi, the restaurant combines traditional Japanese techniques with a warm, engaging atmosphere—complete with guitar serenades for special occasions. With a 4.7/5 rating from over 430 reviews, it's a top destination for sushi enthusiasts seeking premium quality and attentive service in a cozy setting.
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A curated chef's selection of premium nigiri sushi, featuring fresh fish from Japan, Baja, and Europe.
Individual sushi and sashimi options for customizable dining, including specialties like Toro and Yubadofu.
A multi-course tasting menu with seasonal highlights, such as monkfish pate and oversized oysters.
Personalized service with staff singing and Chef Soichi playing guitar for birthdays and events.
Interactive dining at the sushi counter to watch chefs prepare each dish with precision and skill.
Food: in our group, we got the full omakase and nigiri omakase. the food was good but nothing really stood out to us. I usually love monkfish pate, but the taste of this one was my least favorite. I think all the food was done well but we've had better at other omakases (and for cheaper too). For example, their negi toro was chewy. Reservations sell out quickly once they're released. Went at 6PM on a Friday. It's a pretty small dining area (seats maybe up to 20-30 people?). There were a couple birthdays, so the chef grabs his guitar and the staff sings Happy Birthday. Giving this a 3 stars because while the staff was attentive while you eat (making sure to clean your plates when you're done, bringing new utensils, folding your napkin when you walk away). I used the restroom and, let's just say, it was not up to par due to a previous patron. I discretely told the staff about this and they told me they would take care of it. My partner went to use the bathroom later and it still wasn't cleaned up and had to get someone else's attention to handle it. Definitely not something I'd expect at a Michelin establishment. Also, rated this place lower because there are equally good omakases in San Diego that's better than for your buck since we didn't feel full after our full meal and ended up ordering a la carte items.
What a wonderful time we had. The only complaints was that our reservation was at 8:15pm and didnt get sat until about 8:45. My 2 favorites were Yubadofu and the Toro. The ice cream was unreal as well. So delicious. The entire meal was pretty spectacular. We got the Omakase nigiri and it was definitely the right choice. We left full and satiated.
Amazing omakase experience with friendly chefs and incredibly high-quality fish. Also the biggest oyster I’ve ever seen! Soichi was super fun and nice, and he even played Happy Birthday on his guitar for a couple guests. Loved the whole thing and very deserving of a Michelin Star. Parking is the tough part. It’s mostly residential street parking nearby. Allow at least 15 minutes to find a spot.
Soichi Sushi is hands down my favorite spot in the neighborhood! The fish is always super fresh you can tell it’s quality the moment you taste it. Chef Soichi san and staff are amazing every single time, super friendly and on point with service. They bring Japan to you! Every cut of fish just melts in your mouth, whether it’s coming in from Japan, Baja, or Europe it’s always incredible. I’ve been here plenty of times and it’s consistently a 10/10 experience. Can’t recommend it enough!
As of this review, Soichi is a 1 Star Michelin restaurant. This star is well deserved! The sushi is phenomenal. You would be hard pressed to find as good, even if you were in Japan. I dare say that there is no better in all of Southern California. The staff is friendly and professional. The sushi chef and owner is amazing. It’s fun to sit at the counter and watch him prepare each bite. The restaurant itself is not is the best area, and parking is hard to find, but the effort is well worth it. If you are in Southern California, it is worth coming here. You will need to make a reservation well in advance. They have both an omakase menu as well as a la carte - so you will have the best of anything you choose!
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