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    Temari-zushi

    4.6 (310 reviews)
    Closed 1:00 pm - 9:30 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Omakase
    Ari J.

    Tamari Zushi is one of those places that makes you feel like you're rolling dice with the sushi gods. You walk in knowing the fish will be pristine, almost jewel grade, but everything wrapped around that fish is a coin flip. It's the kind of spot where the same roll ordered on two different Tuesdays can feel like two entirely different chefs were battling for custody of your palate. The cuddle fish appetizer is the exception. That dish is their north star. Clean, tender, almost meditative. It's the one thing on the menu that never seems to wobble. Then there's the vibe. Tamari doesn't just lean into its aesthetic, it sprints headfirst into it. The dining room feels like a Japanese fan BOYZ clubhouse curated by someone who inherited a storage unit full of anime merch and decided to display every single item. Even the bathroom commits to the bit with a Tokyo garage sale energy that's equal parts charming and unsettling. You don't forget it, even if you want to. Parking is a small tragedy. You earn your meal before you even sit down. And the service. You're getting high quality fish, no question, but you're also getting a side of attitude that feels baked into the experience. Not hostile, just that particular brand of "you're lucky to be here" confidence that some sushi spots wear like cologne. Tamari Zushi is the paradox you keep returning to. Inconsistent rolls, eccentric decor, parking that tests your patience, and a server who might judge your order. But the fish is so undeniably fresh that you forgive everything the moment the first bite hits. It's a place you critique on the drive over and defend on the drive home.

    Pokémon themed
    Kimberly J.

    Fresh fish, diverse menu, tons of character, and great service. We love the Pokémon & anime themed decor. TV was playing an anime as well so it would be a great place to bring your Pokémon obsessed tweens. Would definitely come back.

    Black Pearl Roll
    Jerry X.

    Came here with a buddy for lunch to try some sushi rolls. We ordered 4 sushi rolls and the kaarage for an appetizer. The sushi rolls we ordered were the Tuna Scale, Crunchy Dragon, Black Pearl, and the Red Tiger. The sushi were all pretty solid, but I felt like the menu and the rolls we got all kind of tasted very similar. Most of the menu's rolls felt redundant or too similar to each other. Our favorite was the Black Pearl roll because it was the most distinctive amongst them. The karaage was good and came out piping hot. Service was friendly and there was ample parking in the parking lot. They also have lunch specials but I didn't come on a non holiday weekday.

    sunset at temari
    Marissa B.

    This is my go-to sushi place. I probably come here twice a week. The place is decorated so cute and they know my order now. The manager and workers are so sweet, accommodating, and quick. The fish is SO fresh it's insane. I've tried about half the menu and every single thing was amazing. The prices are super affordable including the Teishoku Trays that come with miso, rice, and an entree and it's ONLY $12-14. UNBELIEVABLE!!!

    Lunch special chicken katsu curry.
    Amy S.

    We came here for their lunch specials. We had their karaage, edamame and 3 temari sushi and chicken katsu curry. The karaage was juicy and temari was fresh. The katsu was also juicy but the batter was crumbly and fell apart. The curry was a bit watery. Both were filling and good value with lunch special pricing which includes salad and miso soup. We will definitely return to try other items. Decor was fun and restaurant was clean.

    Shar M.

    This is our favorite spot for beef yakisoba. Such great flavor. I also love the tempura cali roll and the mochi. Chocolate and mango are my favorite. Plenty of free parking in the parking lot. This place is fun and has lots of interesting things to look at. Good for kids too they even give them the chopstick trainers so they can eat with chopsticks too.

    Black pearl
    Stephanie L.

    Came in because the temari caught my eye, but ended up going with the sashimi gozen for my dinner. This comes with nice thick cuts of fish, two gyoza, a good portion of chicken karaage, sushi rice, miso soup and salad. The sushi rice had a nice vinegary tang to it, and the texture was just right. This is a lot of food, so you will be full. Had I known how much karaage would come with this order, I wouldn't have ordered my toddler a whole karaage dinner for herself. Her karaage pieces were the size of her fist lol I like that they put all the sauces on the side as well. In true fat girl fashion, I ordered a sushi roll as well. I went with the Black Pearl as it was suggested as a fan favorite. TBH it was just way too lemony for me. It overpowered the spicy tuna and torched salmon on top. The roll was a good size and made well though, it's just a taste preference on my end. This is a casual sushi spot with affordable eats. The quality is consistent with the pricing, and while it may not be the best sushi spot out there, it's definitely worth the visit if you're looking for an inexpensive sushi dinner. The servers are very nice and accommodating and they were kind enough to give my daughter some chopstick clips so she could eat with them. BTW I love the pokemon decor! Soooo stinkin cute!

    Ness S.

    This is a casual sushi place. The nigiri and the rolls were solid. The Toro that they had on offer on special that day was outstanding. The service was good -- things came out quite fast for sushi. A good place overall.

    Tempura salmon roll
    Nastaran M.

    Great casual sushi spots. They have unique rolls called Zushi. All the fish is fresh and the service is nice.

    Tuna pepper roll

    Such a fun find. The service was super attentive, the vibe is casual with a quirky Doraemon/anime touch, and the menu did not disappoint. The tuna pepper roll was a standout, so good. Definitely coming back.

    Mixed tempura
    Jenna H.

    Everything was great. Good service. Pokémon all over the room. The dragon roll was the best. Ramen was also pretty great. 10/10 will come back.

    Grace G.

    This spot is a winner! I came here hearing about the great menu offerings and not only was the overall presentation and comfortable experience a bonus, but the flavors of the sushi were all terrific. Service was fast and attentive on a weekday night. The food comes out quickly. I was happy to order chu-toro off the special menu and it was a good portion, melt-in-your mouth soft and fairly priced. My group primarily chose roll combos and they were all very unique and tasty. The option to substitute blue crab made for an extra tasty dinner. I hope to come back soon because there are so many good looking menu options. Added plus, parking lot is good. (Side note for book lovers, the one in the same plaza is perfect to walk off dinner and it is extremely well curated.)

    Big tea ball
    Snowflake J.

    A hidden sushi gem and total surprise, the decor is so cute... Pokémon and the menu is huge, with pictures as the dishes are colorful with edible flowers and a mixed use of fish eggs, sauces, sliced vegetables, and they have delicious roasted green tea! I craved a shrimp crunchy roll, ended up eating 2 crunchy shrimp hand rolls, 6 sushi temari balls loved the fruit sauce as an edible garnish, my green tea was roasted and tasted rich on its own, it had a monster tea bag inside with no strange floating leaves, which is a plus. If I had more room in my stomach I would have pigged out more... a must return visit is due and I will make this place my go to sushi hidden gem. The prices are so reasonable, (shhh... under $16 a roll; as I've paid $22 elsewhere) for this food, it's fresh, the server was friendly and polite, patient with poise. They have happy hour, lunch specials, udon, ramen, omakase, hand rolls, rolls, and etc. I took some pictures of the menu legend, extra prices, and some helpful information. Will be returning soon for another visit!

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    Menya Ultra

    Menya Ultra

    4.3
    (2.9k reviews)
    6.6 mi
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    Came on a Sunday afternoon specifically because I'd been craving ramen and figured I'd wait it out…read more The 45-minute wait outside wasn't ideal, but they hand you an order sheet while you're in line and you drop it off with someone inside, so by the time we sat down the food came out fast. The vegan miso was good. Broth was deep and savory, kept going back to it. Extra noodles I added were slightly chewy in a good way. Staff was genuinely friendly.

    I had spent all week trying to figure out a good place for my cousin and I to get lunch after I…read morepicked him up from the airport. I had decided tentatively to get pizza, but my cousin told me when I picked him up that he was on a healthy food kick. Plus, he wanted to go to a "Michelin star place" and this was the only Michelin star place I could think of... and ramen noodles are pretty healthy so what the heck? I had been to the Mira Mesa location before so I knew what to expect here. My cousin was new so he was trying to figure out what to order. Unlike last time at the Mira Mesa location, I knew not to order the extra noodles and went for the tonkotsu ajitama, which does seem like the safe option. I added corn and seaweed into my bowl, which I think helped add to the nice umami flavor. But even without the extra noodles, I still couldn't finish the whole bowl of ramen. To be fair, I did have breakfast a couple of hours before. Still, it was filling. And I had leftovers for later. My cousin ordered the Tonkotsu bowl only, and he said it was really good. Coming from a pretty picky eater like himself, that's a compliment.

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    Rakiraki Ramen & Tsukemen

    3.8
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    5.9 mi
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    Always a solid spot for ramen! Made a reservation via OpenTable for a Saturday 6PM and once we…read morearrived, we waited a few minutes to be seated as they were PACKED. We all got the Jubilee special meal for $29 since it was a great deal for a variety of food. I chose the following dishes and enjoyed them all, and had a good amount as leftovers! Matcha green tea float (2/5): matcha was flavorless and not sweet, even with the green tea ice cream mixed in. The ice cream was good though Garlic Edamame (5/5): garlicky and a nice crisp Chicken Karaage (5/5): juicy and flavorful, spicy mayo has a kick California Roll (3/5): your average California roll Tonkotsu ramen (4/5): broth was flavorful and i thought the mochi noodles were bouncy and cooked perfectly. Chasiu was good but a little fatty

    5 Stars! Had an…read moreamazing meal at Rakiraki Ramen in Kearny Mesa! We ordered sushi, the lollipop chicken, and two different ramen bowls, and everything was outstanding. The lollipop chicken was a perfect appetizer--crispy, flavorful, and cooked just right. The sushi was fresh and delicious, and the presentation was great. As for the ramen, both bowls were packed with flavor. The broth was rich and savory, the noodles were cooked perfectly, and the portions were generous. What I love about Rakiraki is the consistency. Every time I come here, the food is excellent and the service is friendly. Whether you're craving ramen, sushi, or appetizers, they've got something for everyone. Overall, an amazing dining experience and easily one of my favorite spots in San Diego. Highly recommend!

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    Baikohken Ramen

    4.3
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    Kid friendly
    Large group friendly

    Amazing weekday lunch special! $15 will get you a ramen, fried chicken or chashu rice, and a drink!…read moreMy coworker made this great pick for a workday lunch. I got the shoyu ramen, chashu rice, and a cold oolong tea. The ramen was fine in texture and al dente. The broth was flavorful, without being oversalted. I was very impressed by the chashu: it was carefully cooked and just melts in your mouth. Extra tender. The oolong tea really hit the spot too. The food came quickly, and service was good. I just came back from Japan last month, and this place in San Diego did not disappoint. I would definitely come back again to try their other items. Sorry no pictures this time, as I was famished. Parking lot was small, but we were able to find a space at 1pm on a Friday

    We tried the spicy ramen, tonkatsu ramen, curry, and while all were tasty and good, I'm not sure…read morethis would be at the top of our ramen list. The serving was a bit smaller than what we are used to when we order ramen but overall we enjoyed our dinner and our 9 year old gave it a 6/4 stars. Service was very nice once we were seated and the wait for the food was not bad. It is a really cute place, feels authentically Japanese inside, but also authentically small, so I recommend reservations for a larger group: we were a party of 7 on a Saturday evening around 5:30 with no reservation and we had a wait of around 40 minutes. Definitely worth trying at least once.

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    Hand rolls are here! Pick your base & topping--tuna, salmon, scallop, ikura, or tako wasabi. Build your perfect bite!

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