Most seating was at their lengthy sushi bar. Service was good. Sushi was great. Hamachi roll with green onions, slightly seared salmon with ponzu sauce, "moonlight" spicy tuna roll, "and a special scallop roll were all fresh and delicious. read more

I loved this place. I came here with friends and we had such a fun time. We all got the hand roll sets, and each roll was super yummy. I enjoyed the variety of seafood used per roll. I also enjoyed the use of crispy garlic and some small rice balls to add crunch and texture to the rolls. My ranking of the 5 set rolls: 1. Scallop 2. Spicy Tuna 3. Shrimp 4. Yellowtail 5. Salmon I also appreciated our server, she like radiated "cool girl" but also super friendly energy. She did the sake bomb chant with us which was fun. She was also super attentive throughout the night. Random side note, my friends and I enjoyed how high the ceiling was, like when we entered the bathroom, it was kinda cool to see the tall doors and etc. Overall great experience and I also think everything was reasonably priced! read more

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Tried this casual, welcoming sushi spot. Temaki totally delivered on both vibe and flavor. The atmosphere is relaxed and inviting--perfect for a laid back meal that still feels special. We started with the spicy tuna crispy rice, which had just the right balance of heat and crunch. The yellowtail hand roll was fresh and clean, letting the quality of the fish really shine. And the Moonlight cut roll was beautifully prepared and full of flavor. Definitely a place I'd come back to when I'm craving good sushi without the fuss. read more

I came for lunch with my sister and we were seated right away on Friday afternoon. The spicy tuna crispy rice was amazing, as was Southtown roll. Our server/hostess Mia was so sweet and attentive, she made our meal memorable. 10/10. read more

I just went to Temaki for the first time and had the poke bowl. It was delicious and the staff was very friendly. Ill definitely be going back soon! read more

Love the ambiance of this spot, feel it's in such a great location and I've never had any issues with getting seated right away with a reservation. My only issue with this spot is I've been here probably about 3x and each time it has given both my husband and I the worst stomach ache ever. We're not sure what causes it, it's really unfortunate because we really enjoy this spot but we likely won't be visiting again due to this. read more

10/10 service. Gigi and Peter were so amazing and treated my friend and I so well. Would come back any day any time of the day! Delicious food and even better drinks! read more

Temaki has really good sushi and excellent service! Very friendly and a really beautiful environment. Overall, my experience was amazing.

Nice room, friendly service. The rolls were very small and skimpy on fish, none of which had that super fresh taste.

Honestly, kind of a let down. Sushi was alright but this place was doing wayyyy too much. They need to simplify what they're doing to their nigiri and sashimi. Their specialty hand rolls were really bland and when our waiter did show up, he hyped up everything on the menu that was over $20 but our favorite thing was the west coast philly roll which was much more simple than our ninja bunny roll. They did have good drinks though! read more

Temaki Bar Sushi - Super Ninja Bunny - Sushi Bars Near Me - Encinitas, California

Had the best time Temaki! Max was awesome & so attentive. He really made us feel at home. The food was awesome too! Rodrigo gave us some great advice on some rolls while we watched him make some for the other guests & they were great! Definitely coming back! read more

Came in during the lunch hour and everything felt really easy and relaxed. Our server was super friendly, checked in at the right times, and made sure our drinks were always topped off. It made the whole experience really enjoyable. Thank you guys! read more

I went here for Bingo night for the first time and it was really fun and a good atmosphere. The food was yummy and the servers were nice as well. read more

The menu is small and the bar seating is a bit challenging for larger parties, but the atmosphere is fun and food is good.

My favorite sushi place in all of north county. Everything ordered melts in your mouth and tastes so fresh. Staff is so nice and chill. Hands down favorite thing on the menu is the brown sugar salmon nigiri. read more

"Eat here. Live forever." While I'm fairly certain that Temaki Bar Sushi isn't willing to offer a guarantee on their tagline, they sure know how to capture your attention. I've enjoyed sushi for years, so it wasn't difficult to convince me to try this place (especially considering their post-meal immortality offer). A scan of their menu didn't reveal an exclusive "immortality section", (nor was there a notation requiring some special coupon) so I'm assuming an end to aging is included with all of their menu items. Bolstered by the power of this knowledge, literally how could anyone go wrong when ordering here? ‍ I appreciate their connection to North County San Diego culture and enjoyed their "Moonlight" Roll (homage to nearby Moonlight Beach) and their "Kook" Roll (homage to the nearby Cardiff Kook). The Miso Soup and Edamame were very good, the Crispy Bang Bang Shrimp was even better, and there are also many Vegan choices to consider. It's been a few hours since our meal (and we're still alive and kicking) so that whole "immortality" thing is working out pretty good for us so far! And that's...Henry's Take. #sushiimmortality read more

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Service was not good I think they forgot about us. For being right next to the ocean I don't think the fish was all that great.

Great sushi. Fresh fish and great service. Fun ambiance. Would highly recommend for anyone in North County

It was a nice day and was craving sushi. The staff was attentive and I loved how I was able to choose my own spot. It was a chill vibe and close to the beach, which I love! I got the Super Ninja Bunny Roll. One of the best rolls I've ever had. They had me with the caviar and truffle oil on top with this one. For the price point of the roll, was it worth it? YES. Truffle oil and caviar?! Cmon. I also got the 5 handroll special: shrimp, spicy tuna, yellowtail, scallop and salmon. Not gonna lie, the only one I liked were scallops. Everything else was alright. Drink of choice was their hard kombucha POG drink that had a mix of pineapple and guava. read more

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Casual, laidback vibes with some delicious Temaki and sushi! Got a chance to try out their monthly menu at the time, which I always appreciate when restaurants do because it keeps the options fresh and fun! - PARKING - There are a few spots right outside the restaurant, but otherwise you'll have to cross your fingers that you'll find a parking space within walkable distance on the neighboring streets. - SERVICE/ENVIRONMENT - One big huge bar in the middle of the restaurant, with a few tables on the perimeter. Decor is modern and they have neat art too. The bar seating is quite tall, at least for me being 5'0. You have two ledges, one where they serve you the Temaki and other rolls, and a lower ledge where you can place your plate and eat. - FOOD - Shishito Peppers: Really nice blistering on these, and super flavorful with the sauce they put on too! Specialty Nigiri: Salmon/Yellowtail/Tuna. This was also a monthly special where they torched the nigiri pieces, all were absolutely amazing!! I loved the flavor combinations they had with each of the fish. Ninja Bunny Roll: I honestly wanted to see the ninja bunny holder so we ordered this as it was the only way to get it. I did really like the roll itself too! A bit pricier obviously due to the ingredients, but I'm glad I got the experience alongside it. - OVERALL - Really yummy food here, super casual which is nice when you don't want any frills that sometimes comes with sushi bars! read more

Tried their 3 hand roll combo, spicy tuna crispy rice, and hand roll special. I don't think the quality equates to the price. The stand out was the crispy rice, best thing by far. The special was pretty good, but $18 for a standard hand roll is crazy. The salmon in the combo handroll was pretty poor quality and had a strong fishy flavor. Bummed because I had heard good things and wanted to give it a try. I wouldn't go back and neither would the friends I brought. read more

First timers for my daughter and myself . Absolutely loved the vibe of this place and plan to make this our go-to place for sushi. Our server,Maya, was very knowledgeable and her recommendations were spot on. Every hand roll was crafted to perfection ! We ordered the Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice for starters ; The 4-Roll handset: albacore, yellowtail, shrimp and salmon; The Lobsta Queen (the 8-piece cut roll ) & The Toro hand roll. My daughter and I were gastronomically satisfied !! This sushi bar is a gem in downtown Encinitas. I just love the spaciousness feel of the restaurant ....and the eye catching artwork throughout. The layout is an invitation to sit, relax and enjoy eating damn good sushi! Dog friendly ! This place is great for couples, catching up with 1to 2 friends, or just a "me - time -self care nourish the palate time". @yelpsandiego @temakibarsushi #EatHereLiveForever read more

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Loved it! Really cute bar seating inside and great design. Order the super ninja bunny for a fun and unique option, I haven't had a roll like it anywhere else I have been. read more

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Great atmosphere! Love the look. Love the big bar look. Would absolutely love to take my wife when back in town. Right down the street from the beach. I could have this anytime of the day and enjoy it. Hand rolls and sushi were great. Menu is ok. It's a vibe so I get them making their own version of most. Liked the spot for sure. read more

Temaki Bar Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Encinitas, California

We loving coming back here. The service is always great and love how open the inside is. We love sitting at the bar. The handrolls are a must here. Can't go wrong with any of them but my favorites are the scallop and spicy tuna. We also got their appetizers for the first time and they were so good. Love the shishito peppers and the crispy rice with spicy tuna. Can't forget to order some sake to go alone with your meal, it pairs perfectly. read more

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Chef Sebastian curated a delicious tasting at temaki bar for my husband and I and wow were we blown away. Chef Sebastian has extensive experience in the food industry and uses all his previous experience to elevate the Omakase tasting. The service was speedy and everyone was so friendly while dining here. The ambiance of an intimate setting and makes any heh together very special. The tasting varies per what's in season but rest assured you'll be leaving with an extremely satisfied food palate. Some of what we had: MISO SOUP AMUSE | YELLOWFIN TATAKI HALIBUT BAJA STRIPED BASS CHUTORO KAMPACHI HOKKAIDO SCALLOP SEASONAL OMAKASE SNAPPER SALMON O-TORO BLUEFIN SURF & TURF MOCHI read more

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4 hand roll was a great way to space out the meal. Yellowtail hand roll was my fav (aioli in there was fantastic!). Bang bang shrimp was ok, but I wouldn't order it again. Wait staff got us to upgrade from ordering house sake to a special bottle, which was delicious, but it was odd they were belittling their own house product. Food came out as it was ready, service was attentive, vibe is trendy, but parking can be difficult. read more

Tried Temaki tonight and was blown away at the quality/taste of the fish along with the modern vibe and solid service. Will def be back, thank you Clayton and JT! read more

Temaki Bar Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Encinitas, California

An easily accessible and enjoyable mix of sushi in a lovely and social ambiance. The hand roll offerings are well crafted and tasty. I liked sitting at the gigantic sushi bar, where the service was attentive and prompt. read more

I haven't been here for a while and was super excited to go with my friend for sushi. The bang bang shrimp is super great. However, the servers are terrible. We got the worst vibe from all of them and just felt so uncomfortable and unwelcome during our meal. Our server was super rude, she was giving us an attitude from the start. We had asked for more soy sauce and she just gave us the nastiest stink eye. She came by and asked how we were doing when we had zero food on the table??? Make it make sense. I got my roll and it was mid, and my friend didn't get her roll until 25 min after. I had already finished my entire meal by then. Definitely not coming back here! read more

First, the good news: this is a great environment. The dim lighting focuses mostly on the chef and main counter, with a few tables around the edges. I loved the Japanese bistro style. Thoughtful touches, like hooks under the counter for hanging your purse or other items, added to the experience. The sake selection was impressive, and today I tried a warm sake. It was served at a perfect 120°F in a pot that maintained the temperature above 100°F as I drank it--an excellent U.S. sake. Many restaurants serve "hot sake" at overly high temperatures, which can ruin the beverage. Sake is meant to be enjoyed at a variety of temperatures, and this one was spot on. Now for the main course. The Nigiri menu was good. I tried the yellowtail, yellowfin, and bluefin, and while they were enjoyable, this isn't the place to go for truly fresh or exceptional sushi. However, if you're here with a friend, I'd recommend the nigiri. The next item I tried resembled a traditional maki but turned out to be a kind of fish mush with rice crispies. It also included shiso, which I usually enjoy on its own, but it didn't enhance the dish. Honestly, I wish I had left it on the tray. Instead, I experimented with fresh wasabi, soy sauce, and ginger, trying to make it palatable. The third item, labeled a "roll," was a very loose roll wrapped in thick seaweed paper. It was a lobster roll, but it was so heavy with mayonnaise that it could have been lobster, shrimp, chicken, mushroom, or anything--it tasted like mayonnaise.. The roll was poorly constructed, causing the filling to squeeze out while eating. It didn't resemble sushi in any meaningful way and definitely doesn't belong on the menu. In summary, this place has atmosphere, but if you're looking for excellent sushi--or even reliably good sushi--I'd suggest going elsewhere. That said, the sake selection might make it worth a visit for enthusiasts. read more

The ambiance is great. We did ordered the 4 Temaki rolls and I typically love Temaki but I wasn't impressed with this one. The filling was freezing cold and lacked flavor. The crispy rice + tuna and the nigiri specials were 10/10 though. Prices were reasonable. Would come back to try different things. read more

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Hand roll heaven! I found this restaurant on Yelp while visiting a friend near San Diego. After looking at their menu and being a hand roll fan, I decided to give it a shot. I figured they should have some good, fresh fish since they're right by the ocean, right (haha)? They do have another location in Las Vegas at the Aria Resort & Casino. Locating the restaurant was easy, as it sits on Coast Highway close to an intersection. The most problematic thing was parking, as it was busy as heck on this chilly day (yesterday, Saturday)! I had to park a long block away on a hill, and make my way down to the restaurant. My friend also had to park on another street and walk to the restaurant. When you walk into the restaurant, the host/check-in is to your immediate right in the corner. There is bar seating where you can watch your rolls being prepared/made and a few tables as well. The ambience and decor is nice, and you'll see some cool wall towards the back. Now, to the food! We ordered the following: Cucumber Salad, Agedashi Tofu, Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice, 5 Hand Roll Set, Maine Lobster Hand Roll, King Crab Hand Roll, Dre's Pop N' Rock Hand Roll, Toro Hand Roll, and Blue Crab Hand Roll. Without going into too much detail, here's what I thought of all of the food: - Cucumber Salad: This was refreshing, and tasty. - Agedashi Tofu: I'm not a tofu fan but it was pretty good. Not as fried as I would like, but fried enough to not be as soft as the inside. - Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice: These were good. Little cubes of crispy rice topped with spicy tuna. It's hard to go wrong with this dish. - 5 Hand Roll Set: You get a shrimp, salmon, yellowtail, spicy tuna, and scallop roll. Of these my favorite was the scallop, and my least favorite was the spicy tuna. - Maine Lobster Hand Roll: Delicious and fresh tasting. - King Crab Hand Roll: Also delicious and fresh tasting. - Dre's Pop N' Rock Hand Roll: This was definitely unique. It had some chopped mango inside and Pop Rocks. It was delicious and best to have at the end of the meal. - Toro Hand Roll: Delicious and fresh tasting. - Blue Crab Hand Roll: Very similar in taste to the King Crab Hand Roll. Honestly I couldn't tell the difference but it was equally as good. Service was good overall. The guy that took our order was very friendly, but I didn't catch his name. Like I mentioned earlier, parking is a PITA. There are some spots in front, parking in the back where the train station is, and parking up the street on the hill where the houses are. I would say this place is worth a shot if you're in the area or cruising the coast :). read more

First things first, not all of us humble Yelpers take professional-quality photos like Nicholas G., so please don't hold my amateur shots against me ("Joyce, how many times have I told you to use portrait mode?!")... :P Ok, back to Temaki! Super cute sushi bar (literally - there's no table seating whatsoever) with a fun vibe and yummy menu. The 5 hand roll set covers your basics - salmon, yellowtail, scallop, spicy tuna, and shrimp - but my faves were the one-offs we ordered - toro, blue crab, Maine lobster, king crab, and Dre's Pop n' Rock (bang bang shrimp, mango, and Pop Rocks) because I'm fancy like that ;). Appetizers were tasty as well - can't go wrong with spicy tuna crispy rice, a beautifully presented cucumber salad for some tangy crunch, and a perfectly executed agedashi tofu for a little warmth amongst all the cold dishes. So why 4 stars not 5? I asked if the chef would cut our rolls in half so we could each try everything, but was told no, impossible. Given that these rolls are logs not cones, I honestly don't see why they couldn't be split. Luckily for me, Nick let me take the first bite (and sometimes two ;) of each - such a good friend! Pro tip: finding nearby parking can be challenging, so be prepared to walk a bit! read more

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I had mixed feelings about my experience. We got the 5 Roll Hand Set, which included a variety of hand rolls. The scallop hand roll was definitely the best. The rest were just alright. They were quite small and lacked the wow factor that I was expecting from a sushi restaurant. They also weren't rolled like a cone like other sushi restaurants. Just like small cylinders which honestly made it look lazy and boring. The best dish was forsure the Super Ninja Bunny roll. The combination of flavors from the blue crab, toro, arare, chives, brown butter aioli, caviar, and truffle oil elevate this to another level. Bonus points for the bunny presentation too. But it wasn't enough for me to make my rating go higher since their main thing is the handrolls. Service was slow. Especially for a restaurant that was mostly empty at the time. read more

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Honestly, extremely disappointed in my experience here. Don't recommend it. Moved to SD from LA and really wanted to like this place as there aren't any other handroll bars in SD. The food is ok... rice is good. Fish quality isn't notable. There was a large piece of connective tissue in one of my hand rolls, which is very hard to chew/swallow. Ordered the Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice, 5 hand roll set, and a couple of specials. I also think it's weird to pay extra for spicy sauce or to make a handroll spicy. No other handroll bar I've been to does this. The service is also pretty rough. Food was not timed well. And the wait in between was pretty long. They did refill our water though. Cherry on top for me, was I had a bad experience at this restaurant in the past. The owner invited us back in for a "meal on us". We went in at the agreed time and they wouldn't seat us at the bar. Our experience was just as bad as I remember. AND THEY LIED. Meal was not "on them". I would never choose to spend my money here again. I only came back because the owner invited us back in for a meal that was supposed to be on the house... except it wasn't. I've given this place too many chances. I've never left a bad review of a restaurant, but this was pretty ridiculous. read more

Loved the ambiance and bar seating (we did notice some larger groups at tables but it is majority bar seating.) The server was also very friendly and gave us recommendations. I do agree with other reviews that the temperature of the hand rolls are a little odd. It's not super extreme but the rice is warm and fish is VERY cold. My husband also thought that the salmon used in the handroll wasn't as fresh as the nigri. I enjoyed the handroll set, extra toro handroll, salmon special nigiri, and bang bang shrimp appetizer. Thought the food was decent but not very authentic with the technique (nori not toasted before wrapping the temaki for example). read more

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I was super excited to try this place because it looked similar to Kazunori in LA. Salmon hand roll was the favorite of my meal. Simple and flavorful. Perfect fish to rice ratio, and I liked that the fish was cold sitting on a warm bed of fresh rice. The spicy tuna hand roll was good, I liked that it had a crunchy element in it. I liked that they had three different options of soy sauce - regular, low sodium, and gluten free. read more

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After walking by on a rainy Saturday, the girls and I decided to stop in for a late lunch. Right off the bat, the staff weren't the friendliest. Aside from telling us to sit wherever, they didn't say much. The restaurant is a full sushi bar with a few surrounding tables. I expected more interaction between the staff a patrons since we were all in close contact. At one point, I think the sushi chef's friend came in and sat a few seats away from me and they were loudly talking about nonsense. I wish their menu was a little more extensive when it comes to options. Same goes for their "drinks" menu. It's really just beer on tap and a few sake options. The menu only includes descriptions of items for their appetizers and a few of their rolls, nothing under their handrolls. This was difficult for me to pick my hand rolls. I went with the 3 handroll set. I enjoyed the salmon one the most, probably because it was pretty standard. The yellowtail was okay and I wasn't a fan of the shrimp. There was a may-o like sauce in either the yellowtail or shrimp that I didn't like. I usually stray away from creamy sauces. Had I known there was a creamy ingredient, I wouldn't have ordered it. Why I wish they had descriptions on their menu... Needless to say, the experience was so so. read more

I'm so glad I stumbled upon this place!! The vibe in there is so cute and fun but the food was definitely the best part. I highly recommend getting the handroll set. The shrimp and yellowtail had this delicious yuzu aoili that was to dieee for. Their fish tasted very fresh and delicious. Definitely coming back!! read more

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