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    Roppongi Restaurant & Lounge

    4.1 (150 reviews)
    Open 3:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    The Roppongi Roll
    Jordyn S.

    Big fan of Sammy's so couldn't wait to try their sister restaurant. It's beautiful inside and they have a nice variety of menu items. The crying tiger steak was our favorite - cooked well and the sauce had such a nice savory citrus flavor. The food comes out as it's ready so some dishes did take a while. The tapas style dishes are definitely on the smaller side especially if you are sharing so I recommend getting a lot of dishes if you're hungry.

    Onion Rings, May 2026
    Linda F.

    The of us wanted a happy hour yesterday evening, and decided to try the newly (since December) Roppongi. This used to be an elegant, gorgeous, upscale Asian restaurant and I'm thrilled to say it still is! Every dish was both beautiful and delicious. The covered, outdoor patio lovely and comfortable. Service was good with a few flaws, noted later, that were easy to forgive. Happy hour prices are a significant discount, and they're in inKind, so it's possible to enjoy some luscious drinks and appetizers at a much lower price than usual. My group ordered old fashioned, a Manhattan, a crab stack (work of art!), kahlua pork spring rolls, ahi poke, onion rings, and crispy salmon. Each item was delicate, flavorful, and nothing short of wonderful. So Roppongi hit every detail on the nose with the exception of service, and even that was very good. Something I'd suggest they consider doing is to have the food runners tell the guests what dish they're delivering rather than justseeing it on the table and leaving both the plate, and sometimes a mystery. I also was a bit surprised when our server left announcing her be back later to answer questions immediately after he took drink orders and o told him we were also ready to order food. When we told him we were paying with inKind, he commented that he didn't like it because we'd get a double discount. Totally inappropriate.

    Dinning Area
    Misty B.

    Andrea and Karen made my experience unforgettable. Kind, attentive and great service. Be sure to drop by, you won't regret it.

    Happy Hour Tapas menu
    Jillian C.

    HONEST REVIEW: Roppongi, an infamous Asian Fusion and Sushi spot in La Jolla, is FINALLY back after 10 years! The decor is stunning offering modern, coastal vibes and the ambiance was the perfect mix of fine dining and energetic. We were frequenters of Roppongi for their happy hour before they closed in 2015 and we were beyond excited to hear about their reopening. Their happy hour is still one of the best in San Diego offering all items on their Tapas menu at 50% off and great drink specials everyday on their patio from 3 - 5p.m. Unfortunately, their food just didn't hit the spot. It lacked flavor, items were overcooked, and some ingredients were lackluster (their chicken eggrolls were more like a vegetable eggroll). We ordered more than half of their Tapas menu and our favorite items were the fan favorite Polynesian Crab Stack, the Lamb Chops, and the Ube Cheesecake (not on HH). The service started out absolutely great but as they got busier, our server became bombarded and couldn't keep up. We ordered one last item around 4:50 and it didn't come out until almost 30 minutes later and it was just onion rings, so nothing crazy. On a positive note, their birthday sundae was extraordinary! Follow @allthingsfoodinsandiego for more must try San Diego restaurants, date night ideas, food experiences, kid friendly spots, with a sprinkling of home-cooking!

    Sue D.

    02/14/2026 We came here to celebrate our 33rd anniversary. Completely enjoyed our experience! Ordered: All dishes we ordered were 50% off during Happy Hour (daily 2-5 pm) -Crab Stack $17- refreshing veggies, perfectly toasted toast and yummy crab -Japanese Hot Rock $17- tender delicious -Dynamite Shrimp $8- jumbo shrimp stuffed with crab. Must order! -Buttermilk Onion Rings $6- Wasabi sauce that came with it gives you a good kick lol -Edamame $3.75- a bit salty Drinks: -Tsingtao $6.50 HH We enjoyed Aliyah as our server: pleasant, sweet and attentive

    Crab
    Jenny L.

    The interior has beautiful aspects and potentially cozy romantic vibes depending on where you sit. Not a lot of patrons when we went on a weeknight. The restaurant is huge. There were spaces that were closed off not being utilized. Could house big parties and many more customers. We ordered nigiri toro, uni, yellow tail. Eggplant miso, the steak that you grill on the rock, crab salad tapa, and chicken satay. To be fair I only tried half the dishes and my partner tried all and decided the crab was decent but the rest was not something we would come back for. The nigiri tasted off. We did not finish our expensive sushi. I think that's why I drank the entire bottle of still Saratoga and monitored how I felt and I didn't want to risk it to continue on just in case. I had a few bites of the crab dish that is sort of a salad but it was not my speed. I love Vietnamese, Thai, and Japanese food. I'm just not sure these particular fusion flavors are my favorite. Service was okay. No smiles. I think it could've just been an off night for them as they work on the initial kinks. No questions to why so much food was left over. Just curt and to the point. But they are efficient. Unfortunately I don't see us coming back. It was exciting to see this space.

    Havilah Vashti U.

    Roppongi Restaurant is a must try new La Jolla restaurant featuring delicious eats from @thechefalfie. Back after a decade and better than ever. The service was top notch and the food was so unique and tasty. Ny favorite dish was the Duck Confit Dumplings. FOLLOW @havilahvashti for more of the best recommendations! What we ordered: Toro/Tuna Belly (2pc) Lobster & Steak Roll The Roppongi Roll Duck Confit Dumplings Bluefin Tuna (2pc) Lychee Martini Ume Old Fashioned Japanese highball

    Lobster dumplings
    Rajendra S.

    After hearing so much around the reopening of the La Jolla restaurant, we finally managed to make it there. Got to admit the place has been well done up and does have great ambiance The service was very good and staff were attentive. Yet, the food has a long way to go before anyone could accept the Michelin star pricing. Okay, if you want to pay $20 for a scallop then that's fair, but it has to have the right texture and taste good. We ordered several items including some egg plant which was good, onion rings which were excellent, lobster dumplings, which were dessert sweet. Dessert: the staff explained in some detail the sticky toffee pudding, a British favorite. However, then proceeded to tell us it was not available . Overall, they need to up their game on their dishes. In all probability we'll visit again to enjoy local faire, and support local businesses but, the quality must match the prices charged.

    Restaurant front
    Emmett T.

    Roppongi Restaurant & Lounge has returned to its ancestral home in downtown La Jolla by re-assuming the suite where it operated over a decade ago under the same ownership. The corner location was farther away from most of the foot traffic near the cove, however that also meant you had a better shot at finding open curbside parking. I did like the redesigned interior with neutral to dark tones and dimmed lighting. It made the ambiance feel more like a lounge. The central bar was near the entrance while a covered outdoor front patio provided additional seating beyond the main dining room. For a one-page menu, there was a lot of variety including a middle column featuring over two dozen kinds of Asian Tapas. Soups, entrees, noodles, fried rice, and dumplings made up the left column. The right column listed the Japanese items under nigiri, sashimi, and specialty rolls. The unfortunate aspect was the extraordinarily high pricing. I understand that rent must be expensive in this part of La Jolla, however it felt like Michelin-level charges were being assigned to ordinary fare (e.g. $21 for Pineapple Fried Rice). After mulling over the tapas choices, I veered towards the dumplings for a starter. The Shrimp Lemongrass was my pick. Four dumplings were served with mint, ginger, garlic, tobiko beurre blanc, and chive oil. The product had a good amount of filling, but the issue was the $17 price which meant each dumpling cost over four dollars. I don't know of another Asian eatery in town that charges more than three dollars per dumpling, let alone four. Even a serving portion of six dumplings would have still been costly. The other item I selected was the Pork Belly Drunken Noodles. It was one of the five listings in the noodles section and was tied for the least expensive at $33. A few pieces of pork belly were mixed with a base of flat rice noodles. A fried egg, Chinese broccoli, bell pepper, and Thai basil were the other ingredients. The serving vessel was a small round bowl with handles. The portion size was quite meager as you get twice as many noodles for about half the price at most local Thai eateries. The spiciness was moderate and tasted uneven as some bites had more heat. The service from the waitstaff was polite and efficient. The food quality was average at best, and the value was sad to say... not good. Perhaps diners who have deep pockets will not mind the premium pricing. While the return of Roppongi to La Jolla is positive news, I believe there are much better choices for pan-Asian cuisine in the SD area, hence my low rating.

    Kim P.

    I wanted to enjoy my dinner here, but unfortunately there were too many misses to make it an enjoyable experience. The food: We asked our waiter for recommendations and based on those recs we ordered the crab stack, chicken wings, pork belly drunken noodles, and the crying tiger steak. The crab in the crab stack did not taste fresh, everyone that tried it felt that it had a fishy flavor. The chicken wings were ok, but lacking flavor. The pork belly drunken noodles were disappointing because the noodles themselves were really hard and the pork did not taste like belly, more like pulled pork. The crying tiger steak was probably the best dish. Others in our party also tried the short ribs and one of the sushi rolls and they said they weren't very good. The service: While friendly, there were some issues. We requested 2 orders of the steak and the waiter only put in one. When I asked what the cut of meat was, he didn't know. We also requested no cilantro on any of our dishes and still received them with cilantro. I think if you are used to eating tasty, authentic Asian food - then you will be disappointed by this restaurant. Especially for the price point, I expected more delicious and fresh food, but unfortunately that was not the case. My suggestion is to skip this restaurant.

    Hamachi tacos - there are 4 in total
    Sally M.

    We are so happy that Roppongi has reopened after 10 years! We have dined twice now, once for dinner and once for happy hour. Our favorite tapas like the Mongolian duck quesadilla and Japanese hot rock were just as we remembered. The crab stack has also returned, though it wasn't as good as before. Other tapas we've tried are the crispy Vietnamese shrimp (good, but could use more shrimp to lettuce ratio, kahlua pork spring rolls (delicious and our favorite), hamachi tacos (tasty but small portion), and the ahi poke (also good). We also had the lobster dumplings and those were amazing. They are only available for dinner though. We've had great cocktails as well. The lychee martini is back and $2 off during happy hour. Service was very good for dinner. We walked in on a Monday night and didn't have reservations. We were seated right away. Our server was very attentive. Food was also brought out as it was prepared and was extremely fast. Service during happy hour (on the patio) was a little slow. It took some time for the server to get my drink and our food order. The food was brought out relatively quickly though once we finally ordered. On both occasions, a dish was brought out that we had already received. We obviously told them we already had our dish, but found it peculiar that this happened both times we dined. Pricing is high, so I'd recommend checking out happy hour first, though the full menu is not available. During happy hour, our drinks were not discounted, so we had to get them to correct that. The restaurant inside is nicely designed and decorated. The patio seating is enclosed and covered so while you're outside, you're not in the elements. The patio is dog friendly. Street parking only.

    Annie D.

    What a great place to celebrate a birthday with family and friends! As you walk past the Fot in the front, you realize you've come to a special place. Our server, Rudy, was amazing. He made sure our drinks were full, our table was clean and made recommendations throughout the evening. Everything we ate was absolutely delicious. You can tell a lot of time went in to putting the menu together and creating foods that are unique and different. I highly recommend coming and enjoying their unique drinks atmosphere and the amazing service.

    Inside
    Daniella M.

    Roppongi is back and better than ever same place same town but more elevated this time around ! It's been a while welcome back. The food is still amazing !! I highly recommended the Polynesian Crab Stack !! The menu has many tapas options to pick from you can't really go wrong. They also have an amazing happy hour.... Great ambience chill and elegant, service was friendly and efficient. Can't wait to be back.

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    Ask the Community - Roppongi Restaurant & Lounge

    What is the dress code for happy hour?

    I saw people dressed to "the nines" and at the same time California casual but no flip flops. It's a beautiful restaurant with unique and delicious food, Enjoy!

    Is this restaurant currently open for business? One review said "can't wait for you to reopen".

    They open Summer 2025 in La Jolla

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    Shiku Sushi

    Shiku Sushi

    4.3
    (607 reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$
    Happy hour specials
    Vegetarian friendly

    10/10 Jacky is absolutely amazing! From the moment we sat down she was very very welcoming,…read moreattentive, and made us feel right at home. She gave great recommendations especially for my toddler and made sure everything came out fresh and exactly how we wanted it. Her energy was positive, professional, and she truly went above and beyond to make our experience special. It's rare to find service with patience with a baby and toddler that genuinely stands out, but Jacky definitely was on TOP!!

    Stopped by for a quick bite after seeing all the positive reviews. The place is small, with one…read morefriendly server, and the atmosphere is relaxed and casual. They offer a limited happy hour menu from 3-6 PM, with all items priced at $5, which is a fair deal. I ordered the house cab and a salmon hand roll--both were just okay. My husband tried the shrimp tempura, which came with tempura green beans (since I'm celiac, I didn't try tempura) and we shared the warm salted edamame. The 15-piece chef's choice sashimi arrived first, but there was a noticeable delay, both for the food and my happy hour wine. Service was a bit slow overall, and our waitress didn't offer a second glass of wine until we were about to leave, so I ended up skipping it. Overall, the quality of the fish was average--nothing particularly memorable or worth raving about and not worth returning. Sadly disappointed :(

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    Specialty Sushi Rolls at Shiku Sushi
    Specialty Sushi Rolls at Shiku Sushi
    Strawberry, Green Tea, Mango Mochi Icecream, whipped cream and chocolate chips
    Strawberry, Green Tea, Mango Mochi Icecream, whipped cream and chocolate chips
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    Takaramono Sushi

    Takaramono Sushi

    4.6
    (130 reviews)
    0.5 mi
    Fine dining
    Takes reservations

    My kids took me to Takaramono Sushi for Father's Day, and I can honestly say this was one of the…read morebest sushi experiences I've had in San Diego. This is not your typical sushi restaurant with the same rolls you see everywhere. Every dish was beautifully presented, incredibly fresh, and full of unique flavors. From the premium nigiri and sashimi to the creative specialty rolls, every plate felt like something special. The quality of the fish was outstanding, and you can tell the chefs truly care about every detail. Some of the highlights were the toro, salmon dishes, scallops, ikura, and several chef creations that were unlike anything I've tried before. Even the desserts were excellent and made a perfect ending to the meal. What impressed me most was that there wasn't a single dish I didn't enjoy. That's extremely rare. The food, presentation, atmosphere, and attention to detail were all exceptional. A huge thank you to my kids for bringing me here. Takaramono Sushi turned Father's Day into a memorable experience, and I can't wait to come back.

    Had a great dinner here earlier this evening. Everything tasted fresh and the quality of the fish…read morewas noticeable from the first bite. Some highlights: * The A5 Wagyu Tataki was delicious and one of my favorite dishes of the night. * The Uni Pasta was good, honestly some of the best uni pasta I've ever had. Rich and flavorful, but not heavy. * The Bluefin Tuna Belly, Hamachi, Hamachi Belly, Unigyu, Salmon, and Salmon Belly sushi were all fresh. * The Hon-Maguro Toro Tataki literally melted in my mouth. The toro itself was delicious, although I thought the ponzu sauce was a bit overpowering and would have preferred less of it so the fish could shine. The only item that didn't quite work for me was the Sweet Shrimp Sushi. The shrimp itself was good, but the lemon/cream topping overpowered the natural sweetness and felt unnecessary. I also wish the sushi pieces were a little bigger for the price haha. Parking can be a bit challenging since the lot is small and the spaces are tight, but there is street parking nearby. I'd come back and would recommend it to anyone looking for sushi in La Jolla. Yum!

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    Takaramono Sushi
    Takaramono Sushi
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    Himitsu

    Himitsu

    4.4
    (683 reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$$

    Came here on a date and let's just say the food stood out a lot more than the date himself LOL…read more The sauvignon blanc was a nice pairing, a little more on the acidic side, and the fish quality was great as well! I think the yuzu on the hotate overpowered the natural sweetness of the scallop and the sinew on the chutoro was a bit tough to chew, but everything else was great! Not pictured was the spicy tuna hand roll (spicier than I anticipated, but nonetheless yummy!)

    We had an incredible dining experience. Every dish we ordered was fresh, beautifully presented, and…read morepacked with flavor. The shishito peppers were the perfect start to the meal, and the hamachi tostadas were a standout! Crispy, fresh, and bursting with flavor in every bite. The hamachi jalapeño and salmon jalapeño dishes were equally impressive, offering the perfect balance of freshness, spice, and texture. We also enjoyed the Honeymoon oysters and Shikoku oysters, both of which were incredibly fresh and showcased the quality of the seafood. The miso black cod was absolutely delicious! It was buttery, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. The hamachi kama was another highlight, tender and rich with incredible flavor that made it one of our favorite dishes of the night. Every dish was thoughtfully prepared and absolutely delicious. The cucumber wrap and matsu rolls were just ok to me. The only downside was the price as it was a tad high, but that's somewhat expected given the location in La Jolla and the quality of the ingredients. Parking was also a bit difficult to find, so plan accordingly. Even with those minor inconveniences, the food and overall experience made it well worth the visit.

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    Aji (Spanish mackerel)
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    Akari Sushi

    Akari Sushi

    4.9
    (68 reviews)
    0.5 mi

    Had a wonderful dinner!!! First time there, Girard location & it was delicious!…read moreHelen was our awesome server. She recommended several rolls & we were happy we took her recommendations as they were all VERY good * Heartbreak Roll *Citrus Bliss Roll *Crispy Ahi Rice Roll *Cherry Blossom Roll *Haru Roll *Green Tea Ice Cream *Tempura PB&J We found our new sushi spot!

    GOOD SUSHI IN LA JOLLA (4.3 stars)…read more - FOOD: pretty good; very fresh fish - PRICE: fair - SERVICE: excellent - AMBIANCE: quaint sushi restaurant (which I like; nice and quiet and chill) I knew something about the execution was familiar. I didn't know it until after eating there and reading a review that this is the sister location of So Cal Sushi (in Normal Heights) and after comparing the menus it made sense! What stood out to me when I knew nothing about this restaurant was that spicy tuna is in majority of their speciality rolls and after tasting it I had thought 'this seems familiar' - sometimes spicy tuna (in anything) can be overdone, played out, or not really cared for. Same thought when I first ate at the sister restaurant in Normal Heights when they first opened years ago - too much of it. But overall execution of the meal was good. :: ORDER :: MISO SOUP ($3.95) - served with wakame, negi, and tofu. average/typical. KURODAI ($9.25) - they have rotation fish list and saw an offering of Kurodai and had to try it. First of all, my favorite is Nodoguro but they didn't have that and was told closest to that was Kurodai. Honestly, I thought differently - didn't really come close to Nodoguro but Kurodai is also a nice cut of fish. The texture was somewhat firm and the taste was light and clean in flavor with a little subtle ending taste of faint sweetness. The fish was extremely fresh and you can taste it immediately. HIGHLY RECOMMEND CITRUS BLISS ROLL ($21.95) - spicy tuna, krab, and cucumber. Topped with salmon, avocado, spicy mayo, crunchies, and unagi sauce. I loved how they make the rolls - not too much rice nor dense packing, very tender and soft roll, easy to consume and eat more without feeling full, and the perfect amount of cut rolls per serving. You can taste the spicy, little bit of creamy, and a good amount of citrus... and if you dunk the roll in soy sauce you get the salty. It is a good roll if you like spicy and citrus - for me I like citrus more than spicy. The roll was good I ate everything, BUT I do feel there could be some improvements. I know people love spicy but when it comes to raw fish - that needs to shine in the sushi. yes tuna is basic but overkilling the flavor to make it spicy isn't for everyone (as it's in nearly every speciality roll). I would recommend lowering the spicy in the tuna because it already has spicy mayo included + it allows the customer to control their spicy level. The sriracha takes over the taste and when eating sushi the spicy for me should come from the wasabi (not soaking good quality fish in a sriracha bath). I wish they also offered their rolls with regular tuna instead of spicy tuna. I will def be back! Overall great place. Until the next bite...

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    Partial view of some seating
    Fresh Salmon Roll
    Fresh Salmon Roll
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    Sushi Mori

    Sushi Mori

    4.0
    (526 reviews)
    1.2 mi
    $$

    We found this way after taking a night walk around La Jolla. They did not have dedicated parking…read morebut there tends to be enough people coming and going that you can usually find a spot somewhere close. The street with a few restaurants is closed off at least at night. We have come here a few times. We had the Crunch Shrimp Roll (amazing), the Salmon Avocado Roll (small for the price) and the Miso Cream Udon with Shrimp and Scallops (worth the trip). We also, after the first time, ordered a side of white rice. It is a pro move. After you finish the Miso Cream Udon add the rice and it will soak up all of the goodness. Do Not Leave Any Cream Behind. They were busy so it took a bit for them to take our order but we weren't in a hurry. There is cool art on the wall and one made of cut wood blocks that may just be held together by gravity. I was very tempted to remove a block but I don't want to get banned from this place as we want to come back : )

    This place has absolutely amazing food! Our server was so friendly and patient, we sat outside and…read morestill received great service. They have a lot to choose from on the menu, including extensive vegetarian/vegan rolls and options. I requested soy paper and the roll came out in the cutest pink wrapping! Highly recommend the avocado tempura appetizer, it was light and perfect to share with a wonderful dipping sauce. Definitely will be going back.

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    Sorrento Roll
    Sorrento Roll
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    Blue Ocean Sushi & Grill

    Blue Ocean Sushi & Grill

    4.4
    (336 reviews)
    4.0 mi

    I've stopped by Blue Ocean at UTC for lunch a couple of times and I've been blown away by the…read morequality of the food every time I've visited. The first time I went, I tried the steak rice bowl, which was incredibly delicious. The steak was perfectly cooked and seasoned, and the gochujang butter, grilled onion, and sauce all paired very well with the steak. The second time I visited, I had the salmon don, which came with a generous portion of various cuts of salmon. The salmon was extremely fresh, flavorful, and melt-in-your-mouth tender. The shochu highball was recommended to go with the salmon don and it was incredibly refreshing and delicious. The service here is also incredible with the staff being very friendly and attentive. I also recently found out that this location is under new ownership and the new owner and head chef, Simon, even personally stopped by to make sure that everything was tasting great. Simon mentioned that he's planning on introducing some new dishes to the menu soon, so I'm excited to see what else he comes up with! This place is definitely a must try if you haven't already!

    They have lunch specials, but they didnt seem to be much cheaper than getting regularly-priced…read moreitems as well. I decided to go with their spider rainbow and the uni sushi. I can't pass on an uni whenever they have it available! The roll was good. Tasty and the fish tasted fresh. I'm glad that I got a plate of sushi because one roll wasn't sufficient. The uni was a little disappointing. It wasnt that creamy and the color was kinda odd (dark, almost like it's burnt; I know it's not cooked at all, but it just looks that way). The wasabi that they give you is very tiny, it's like the size of a raisin. But the service is great! It's pretty easy to get their attention to ask for more after every 2 bites.

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    Blue Ocean Sushi & Grill
    Red Velvet cake - Holiday Exclusive
    Red Velvet cake - Holiday Exclusive
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    Roppongi Restaurant & Lounge - sushi - Updated July 2026

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