Best sushi around...ask them about some of their specialties re: rolls! We normally go for lunch but went for dinner and it was great. Our Order Tuna crispy rice Eggplant crab appetizer Yellowtail jalapeño Specialty roll: lemon yellowtail Earl grey crème brûlée read more

Today my husband and I were excited to try a new sushi spot (new for us) that is close to another favorite of ours...California English. And this spot is Moment Sushi. Thanks to a Yelp recommendation, and always on the hunt for quality sushi in San Diego, I had to get my husband and I a reservation. Today, a weekday, we snagged a reservation for noon. I highly recommend a reservation because even within a few minutes of sitting down there were other diners showing up and service picked up quickly. However, I'm sure you could always grab a seat at their sushi bar. One aspect of dining today that we both took notice of was their attention to detail - especially in service. We greatly appreciated that our table had a sign with our name and reservation at the table - just giving that they were prepared to receive us and made it a little extra special. Another note is their attention to swapping out our sake glasses as we changed types of sake during our meal. Oftentimes you're served a new drink and expected to use the same glass. For us, we appreciated a new glass. Regarding our dining experience - no notes. Chef 100% knows what they're doing and I feel I would be ridiculous to even begin to critique their approach and service. I love that omakase have become more approachable for diners and it is something I enjoy trying whenever visiting a new sushi restaurant. I feel it can be a great opportunity to try a little bit of everything Chef has to offer. For today, I chose their midi omakase option and my husband tried their chef's choice of hand-roll set. Trying to keep this review to an appropriate length, well, there just isn't enough I could write that could put into words the enjoyment we had. So, if you're still with me, I highly recommend Moment Sushi. We will definitely be dining again! read more

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I just got off of work and was craving good sushi. A place that serves sashimi, hand rolls, good modern Japanese food. Wasn't looking for a place just serving huge variety of rolls. I was searching on Yelp and this was the only place close by that caught my eye. I was working in La Jolla and this was also on my way back home I'm so happy I came here. It's clean- busy (which is a good sign)- automatically greeted at the door. Staff was really nice and attentive. I sat at the bar, the server suggested to try the Hand-roll set. You get to pick 5 for $36. It looked like a popular item cuz I looked around and a lot of folks had this or a lunch special set. It was tasty and so worth it. The fish was excellent and fresh. Exactly what I was looking for. I also ordered Garlic Edamame- seaweed salad- iced green tea Everyone at the restaurant Staff and dining guests seemed to be really happy and satisfied. Good Vibe, friendly and not pretentious. I highly recommend this spot and I will be returning every time I come to San Diego. Looking forward to trying more dishes read more

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Every single thing went well. Their miso soup and clam soup is made not from manufactured powder. The belly sampler was perfection, super fresh. The Hokkaido uni and red snapper were excellent. The toro, caviar, truffle, uni handroll is the most unique we have ever had and we eat well. The masago is so fresh. Everything was excellent. Zero complaints. Service was beyond excellent. read more

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One word: Bitersweet I was on my birthday trip when i went to moment sushi, im from Virginia so im SO SAD im so far but SO GLAD i went! It's been a month and i still dream about these Handrolls. From the food, to the ambience, to the staffs knowledge and from how they treat you when you first come in til when you leave? AMAZING. The appetizers were my favorite, I'm a tuna gal so ofcourse we got the Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice & the Bluefin Tuna Ponzu Wasabi (don't skip this one trust me - especially if you love tuna). This is what I ordered for hand rolls: Pictured Bottom Hand rolls (left to right): Albacore with mango ceviche, Hamachi with jalapeño, Panko shrimp tempura w tartar sauce, Tuna poke with crispy rice, Unagi with Avocado Our server was so nice and advised me to eat the Unagi first since it came out hot (I agree should be eaten first BUT It's SOO GOOD i wish i would have ordered 2 one to start and one to finish) everything else was good - id probably skip the shrimp with tartar sauce. We were lucky (we didn't have a reservation) but managed to snag a table outside in one of their heated bubbles. (They were so kind to offer a blanket as well) Please know if I'm EVER in San Diego this is my first Dinner Stop. read more

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We came here for Mother's Day & honestly the food was nothing special given how overpriced it was. I ordered the chef's choice handroll set as my main dish. I'm not a picky eater and I've ordered chef's choice at other restaurants, so I was pretty disappointed when I saw the selection. They were drowned in mayo or dressing, which I'm not a fan of. I guess I was expecting more authentic japanese cuisine. Just too many textures and flavors that didn't blend well together. Otherwise, the sushi rolls and starters were enjoyable but nothing extraordinary. Beautiful presentation and great customer service but we probably won't come back again. There's just many other places with just as high quality fish for affordable prices. read more

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Great lunch spot in Sorrento Valley with one of the best lunch sushi deals around. A quality sushi set with miso and a salad is around 24-25 dollars with a good amount of food. We've been satisfied each time. Open on Mondays too when other spots are closed. read more

moment sushi - Japanese Near Me - San Diego, California

I came here again a couple of weeks ago with one of my best friends. It was her first time. We had a warm welcome from the staff. The sushi here is always so fresh. It's a bit pricey, but so worth it! The restaurant is so clean. They have a bar area and great drinks! Service was pretty fast, and our server was well-versed with the menu. Our experience here was amazing. This was my second time coming here. I'll definitely be coming back again! during the lunch hour and dinner service the parking lot gets pretty packed, but you'll be able to find parking regardless. Highly recommend coming here. read more

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100 THOUSAND percent best sushi of my life! Get the Salmon Oshi and have it with the Yuzu Kosho... it will change your life. Also get the chef selected hand rolls. I'm salivating just thinking about them!!! 5 Stars all around - Food and service! read more

moment sushi - Japanese Near Me - San Diego, California

Came right at 11:30 and we barely beat the lunch crowd. This place filled up fast! Service was great, prompt and attentive. Kids plate and utensils were cute. The food was definitely esthetically pleasing to the eyes. Give it a try. read more

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Came her for my wife's birthday with a reservation so we were immediately seated. Service was very prompt and friendly. We opted for the petit omakase (of course) to just test the waters. Many of the roll and sushi selections looked good both on the menu and as they were being dished out. The omakase itself I would slate as a good, soft, low stakes introduction into omakase at a fairly reasonable price. It's the stepping stone to more serious introductions like Hidden Fish that will bring you to more serious contenders like Matoi or Kinme. The fish was fine, but the cuts were a bit too thick and the flavor presentations didn't step beyond typical offerings. However, I'll attribute this simply to the omakase selection itself - ignoring that if you have a tight set, you'd want to really show off some unique stuff. Not a terribly exclusive spot, but seemed to be incredibly popular with all groups, especially families. Would give it another try to give the rest of the menu a chance. read more

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Have come here a few times recently for work lunches with co workers and it's consistently fresh and tasty. They greet you when you arrive and the servers are attentive and friendly. Solid 4 star Japanese lunch spot if you work in the area. One thing I with they would do is update their lunch menu and specials to be Monday thru Friday vs Tuesday thru Friday. Not sure why they do that. maybe they'll read this and I'll give them that 5th star. For now solid 4 star lunch spot and I'll be back. read more

I rarely post reviews. I've traveled the world. I've eaten sushi on every continent (excluding Antarctica), Japan etc. On a trip to SD, I randomly stumbled int Moment Sushi tonight. I had a G-Dam moment . This place is surreal good. If you like high end, blow your mind sushi, flown in from Japan, high end, , this is it. Also, Kyle, my server, was really exceptional- it's rare to have the level of service he provided. read more

Loved it! We're on a self-prescribed Omakase tour before a trip to Japan later this year. This was a late entrant on the list, and we're sure glad we found it. This place is a banger! Sashimi was top notch, all the fish parts, really really good. The Itamae hooked it up with some Perch from Japanese/Korean waters; really special. Sushi flavors were clean and sharp. Lots of good energy and good vibes in this place. The young couple next to us ordered some of the sushi roll greatest hits. They looked real fine and tasty. Next time. We'll be back! read more

First time experiencing this place, and I was really impressed. I didn't notice it had a bar too. The food was delicious, the quality of the sushi was excellent and the service was spectacular. I felt like this place gave high class taste with reasonable prices. I would definitely comeback and highly recommend. This is a really good sushi spot. read more

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My friend treated me to my birthday dinner here since I love sushi and have never tried this place! I was a little thrown off by it being located in a random business district, but the interior of the restaurant is super cute and intimate. We weren't super hungry, so we decided to just order a la carte rather than doing one of the omakase options. I was looking forward to the salmon oshi the most, and I think it was my favorite out of everything we tried! But everything we got was fresh and delicious and I enjoyed the cocktail I got as well! Service was quick without being overbearing. At the end, they brought out a complimentary birthday creme brûlée and a singing teddy bear while they all sang happy birthday. A little embarrassing especially since mine was the third birthday in a row during our meal but a cute and kind gesture! Overall, an underrated spot for some good sushi and nice ambiance! Will definitely be back in the future. read more

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This was a beautiful and tasty place to have a birthday lunch. The restaurant is gorgeous and the little outside enclaves were very cute. The food is presented with elegantly and sometimes dramatically (ie the salmon oshi). We opted for the (maybe weekday only?) lunch specials which were great value and lead to us rounding up our rating. The sushi was well composed, the right temperature and texture, and made us want to come back again (for a weekday lunch). read more

Salmon Oshi was to DIE for! The servers were all very friendly and very knowledgeable on the menu! We also got a 5 set of the handrolls. Everything was a bit pricey but it was very tasty. read more

really delicious hand rolls. It's kind of a hidden gem, but there is a pretty long wait service is really good. It feels super authentic and the place is really clean. read more

moment sushi - custom hand rolls - Japanese Near Me - San Diego, California

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This is one of my favorite sushi spots in San Diego! The prices are fair, and the seafood is always fresh. There aren't many seats, so it's a good idea to book ahead. The drinks are also great. I usually don't take sushi home because it can taste different the next day, but I'm glad I did this time--it was still delicious! read more

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Service is amazing, right off the bat. Super attentive, funny, and sweet. We came for the hand roll set and weren't left disappointed! I don't remember exactly what my order was, but we tried enough of the options to say that all of them were good and worth the price for sure. The fish was fresh and sauce combos were elite. Make a reservation if you can. We had a nice outdoor table in a little tent, but it was warmer then, so inside would be nice! read more

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So delicious! Great and attentive service. They're so excited when you come in and it makes you feel special (: The atmosphere is super aesthetic and beautiful! read more

moment sushi - Tuna crispy rice - Japanese Near Me - San Diego, California

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I've tried a lot of sushi spots, but this place is on another level. The fish is incredibly fresh, and you can taste the quality in every bite. The rolls are creative, perfectly balanced, and beautifully presented. What really stood out to me was the customer service -- the staff was welcoming, attentive, and made the whole experience feel special. They gave great recommendations and made sure everything was perfect. The atmosphere is clean, relaxing, and perfect whether you're going on a date or just grabbing a good meal. Honestly, this is one of the best sushi places I've been to. I'll definitely be coming back and recommending it to everyone. Thank you kyle for everything read more

moment sushi - Japanese Near Me - San Diego, California

Wow! Moment Sushi is the best sushi I've had in a while and it will now be my go to date night spot! The restaurant is cozy and intimate, but I did see a couple large parties being accommodated by pushing tables together, so I would call ahead and make a reservation if you're coming with family! The service was also very kind and the staff treated everyone as if they were regulars. We ordered the salmon oshi and oysters to start. Both were great and I personally loved the salmon oshi since I'm a big fan of the seared and smoky salmon. When we saw Golden Eye on the menu we had to try it and were so glad we did because it was easily our favorite dish of the night. We also got a combination of hand rolls with our favorites being some of the more traditional fish. We found the shrimp french fry and tempura greasier than expected. The salmon with cream surprised us because the cream is sweet so we probably wouldn't order that one again. Everything else was AMAZING - we cleaned off all the food and left feeling very satisfied! Super happy with the experience! read more

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Stopped in cause it was near my hotel. Boy was I glad I did! Was greeted upon entering and sat at the sushi bar. Everyone is super friendly and eager to help. The place is nice inside, light colored walls and tables and all the staff wear white. I was seated and there was a little sign saving my spot, I made a reservation on their website. Good thing too, as it filled up fast. I decided to get a few orders of sashimi and a roll. Everything was fresh and so tasty. Waiter recommended the big eyed perch and when the chef handed it to me, he advised to just eat it, not to dip in soy sauce and he was correct, was seared and so tasty Everything was delicious, place looks like heaven and I felt like I was heaven with every bite! read more

Our experience at Moment Sushi was phenomenal. We were lucky to be to snag a last minute reservation on a Saturday. The place is buzzing on the Saturday as they're closed on Sunday. We were sat at the bar and the staff were super attentive and helpful with working with the spacing that we had. We ordered the following: - Chef's Pick Handrolls 4/5: Handrolls were a healthy serving. My only gripe was with how much mayo there was one some of the rolls and I was not a fan of the sweet cream that came with the salmon, but the remaining rolls were really delicious - Yellowtail Jalapeno 5/5: My favorite thing here, was so fresh and serving was plentiful - Bluefin Tuna Yuzu Wasabi 5/5: The tuna was fresh here as well and the yuzu wasabi was perfectly complemented - Salmon Oshi 3/5: This oshi was okay, it just wasn't as warm as I would've preferred. The smoke effect was fine, but we didn't need the extravagant presentation - Truffle Ice Cream w/ Churro 5/5: The truffle ice cream was super inventive. I am going to be dreaming of this! - Earl Grey Creme Brulee 3/5: There was nothing wrong with this, but comparing this to the truffle ice cream, the earl grey came out as our second favorite Their outside is super dog-friendly so that's a huge plus. Definitely a great place to celebrate! read more

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Came here for my birthday, and it was a wonderful experience! We were seated outside in a bubble, and I assume the bubble is more useful in the winter months to keep the cold out. I ordered the "choose your own combination" where you select any 5 hand rolls on the menu and got: 1. french fry shrimps 2. panko shrimp tempura with tartar sauce 3. salmon with avocado 4. scallop with mentaiko mayo 5. tuna poke with crispy garlic The french fry shrimp was easily my favorite of the night, I recommend it to anyone who comes here. It's different from a shrimp tempura, and the way they fry it is just so perfect. It's basically a deep fried shrimp, but fried really well. Everything else was pretty standard and what you expect - delicious. They try to make everything really presentable and fun at this restaurant. When we ordered the combination hand rolls, they gave us soy sauce bottles so we could apply soy sauce with a dropper! Very fun and thoughtful! Someone else in my party ordered the panko shrimp udon and complimented that the panko shrimp was fried very well. The udon tasted like it was homemade, and the noodles were the right amount of chew. read more

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Normally, I get too excited about coming here that I forget to take some pictures but I have finally captured some of our favorite things from moment. It was my friend's first time going with me and she was definitely impressed and said she'd take her boyfriend back. We got the salmon oshi which was delightful as always- the video speaks for itself. My friend got the chef's choice combination hand roll and I did choose your own. My favorites woukd be the tuna poke, unagi with avocado, and hamachi with jalapeño. The service is always amazing and a hit whenever I bring friends visiting from out of town. I definitely want to come back to try their omakase and lunch special options. read more

moment sushi - Japanese Near Me - San Diego, California

This is a really cool sushi place with a nice upscale vibe. Cute and cozy. Good place for a nice date or business meal or small birthday celebration. Though it's small inside, ambiance is really elegant and sophisticated. I love that the hand rolls remain so crispy and beautiful in presentation (and it's very satisfying to pull the plastic covering off before eating as well hehe). We opted for the chef's choice which were all delicious. Favorite was the scallops! But all the flavors were very good and worked together well. We also enjoyed a nice sushi avocado roll and I loved the sesame seeds on it. It was really savory. The staff was superrrr friendly and definitely made the experience fantastic! Will definitely be back for more (maybe to try the lunch specials)!! read more

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Had a beautiful date night experience here. The staff were super friendly and welcoming! We were served by the lovely Esther, who was incredibly attentive and made the whole experience even better. Since it was our first time visiting, the menu felt a little overwhelming at first, but she took the time to guide us through some of the best options. Thanks to her recommendations, we ended up trying some amazing dishes. The fish was incredibly fresh, flavorful, and generously portioned. You can really taste the quality in every bite. Each dish felt thoughtfully prepared, well balanced, and packed with flavor--nothing felt skimped on. The textures and seasoning were spot on, and everything tasted like it had just come straight from the ocean. The restaurant itself is small, but that actually adds to the charm. It creates a more intimate and cozy atmosphere, especially if you sit at the bar where you can watch everything being prepared. Overall, it was a wonderful dining experience with great food, great service, and a great atmosphere. Definitely a place we would come back to for another date night. read more

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Not their best moment... I was in search of some smashing hand rolls and quality fish and came across moment sushi. Their food and restaurant interior looked absolutely beautiful from the photos- I was in! To start we got the Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice. These were quite yummy, but they were so teeny tiny! Really wish the serving size here was a bit more generous. We each got the Chef's Choice Hand Rolls as our mains which came with 5 different rolls. None of the rolls were that spectacular. Out of the 5, only 3 featured quality raw fish. The remaining two were a shrimp tempura hand roll and a California hand roll which left me feeling pretty disappointed. I understand that it was Chef's Choice, but it felt like they skimped out on the more quality rolls for sure. Another note on their serving size, I'm surprised that they don't offer more bundling options for their hand rolls! I believe 5 is the only set menu. Other than that, you have to order them individually. Please consider expanding to 5, 6, or even 7 hand roll set menus. Overall, just ok. Not super impressed by the quality or portion sizes. read more

moment sushi - Chef's Choice Rolls - Japanese Near Me - San Diego, California

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Absolutely loved our experience at Moment Sushi. The quality of the fish is next level, so fresh, so flavorful, and literally melts in your mouth. Every bite was incredible. Wook, the owner, is amazing. He made us feel so welcome from the moment we walked in, and you can tell how much heart he puts into this place. Kyle, our server, went above and beyond and made us the best drinks. He was so attentive and genuinely made the night even better. The entire team is just so kind and welcoming. Even as we were leaving, everyone made a point to say goodbye, which says so much about the atmosphere they've created. It truly feels like such a special, inviting place where you feel right at home. One of those places you leave already excited to come back. read more

moment sushi - Japanese Near Me - San Diego, California

This is an amazing hidden gem, tucked into a strip mall in Sorrento Valley but secretly housing the best sushi my husband and I have ever eaten! And that is saying a lot bc we have dined in San Francisco, NYC, San Diego, Seattle and previous favorite, Hawaii. From the starters (miso soup, garlic edamame), best dish we ever had was the bluefin yuzu wasabi starter. The special sockeye salmon was delicious but the triple T roll was also a standout. Nothing we ate disappointed but my least favorite was the crispy rice with tuna but even that was solid and paired delightfully with the Sapporo beer that was available frosty cold on tap! A must try! I can't wait to return and try the Omakase read more

One of my regular sushi spots. Their 5 for $35 hand rolls are my favourite part but their omakase and lunch specials are delicious. Give their smoked salmon a try! Restaurant can be on the louder side and inside is a bit crowded. Really like their outside seating in the domes. Unfortunately a bit hard to see sushi preparation while seated at the sushi bar. read more

moment sushi - Omakase - Japanese Near Me - San Diego, California

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We got the hand rolls (1 Chef's Choice and 1 Choose Your Own). The fish was so fresh and every hand roll was packed with its own flavor. My personal favorite was the Tuna Poke with Crispy Garlic. The tuna melted in my mouth. Pretty presentation is a plus! We also got the Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice which was delectable. Crispy outer with soft rice topped with creamy tuna! Shout out to Dawn for being the best server! We had an amazing time thanks to her. The ambiance is wonderful at night; it's dimmed lighting that gives a romantic feeling. Perfect for a date! We went on a Wednesday night, and it was BUSY. I would make an online reservation to ensure seats. read more

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Awesome spot for sushi, came here on a weekday for lunch. The lunch nigiri set is delicious! Don't miss the oysters. The perfect amount of food for the price point. Service was attentive, very clean ambiance. Would come here again for my sushi fix! read more

moment sushi - Kumamoto oyster - Japanese Near Me - San Diego, California

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Staff - great. Timing of plates coming out - great Food - great Ambiance - not great The plastic on handrolls were so thoughtful to keep the seaweed crispy for the bite. I wasn't a fan of the amount of mayo that came with the chef's choice rolls that I was given but I am willing to order this again and choose my own next time. And perhaps ask for them to hold the mayo in the future. The tables were a bit too small for two people. I felt crowded. The triple t and moment sushi rolls were so good. Perfect ratio of rice and fish. I never felt like there was too much rice. I would order the sushi rolls again. The calamari was OK. I probably wouldn't order it again. It was a plain batter and came with some kind of soy sauce for dipping. I was not a fan that it tasted like soy sauce calamari. I want to give this place another try because the evening I went there was also a 20 person party happening and it was too loud. I couldn't hear the servers and I couldn't hear my guest speak. My head pretty much hurt by the end of the meal. The restaurant space is not made for such a large party. I feel like I would've enjoyed myself more if it wasn't so crazy loud. The only suggestion I have for the restaurant is to consider not taking such a large party in the future. The noise was awful. read more

Amazing sushi spot! A couple of friends took me here for my birthday and I'm a huge fan. We were going to get the omakase but decided to try appetizers and a couple of rolls instead. I was really impressed. Seafood was so fresh and buttery. Every dish was delicious. The Moment roll was my favorite. Service was on point and very attentive. Even though it was chilly, we sat in these cute pods in the patio and it made it feel very cozy and intimate. Definitely coming back read more

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Great service & great food! Everything was fresh & yummy. Chicken kaarage: good! Sushi lunch set: $22 such a steal!! Choose 5 hand rolls: $36 so yummy! Our fav was the albacore with mango ceviche. Earl grey crème brûlée: $13(?) YOU HAVE TO TRY!! So so good! We will be back!!! read more

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I've been here many times and it is always perfect. The fish quality is the best, the service is warm kind and welcoming and the atmosphere is calm and relaxing. As usual I highly recommend this place for anyone who enjoys sushi. Great for a date lunch or date night or any Moment :) read more

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