one of the best sushi places in san diego. the fish is fresh, soft, not grisly, it's perfect. the hot items are just as good. and they have nigiri wednesday each piece of nigiri is $2.50 the restaurant is also so cute and the workers are always so nice read more

Temari-zushi - salmon sashimi gozen tray - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Diego, California

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What a great little sushi shop! It's so cute inside! Crunchy Rainbow Roll was yummy good! Fish was fresh and overall had great flavors! Also ordered some additional rolls including, Salmon + Avo, California Roll and a Crunchy Roll. The rolls were on the larger size and given their excellent pricing, Temari-Zushi is a keeper! I was crazy hungry and missed my chance to take photos! Next time for sure! read more

Temari-Zushi has been around for several years at the Rosecrans Shopping Center in the Midway District of Point Loma. There was ample parking during my recent visit, however spaces can be challenging at peak meal hours. The interior decor featured a lot of Japanese creatures and figurines. The dining area could seat around a few dozen customers across several tables. As denoted by its name, the specialty here was temari which was small pieces of ball-shaped sushi. The kitchen was about to close soon so I ordered other items from the multi-page menu booklet for takeout. I selected the Tsukune Ball as an appetizer. This item was two skewers of chicken meatballs glazed with teriyaki sauce and topped with green onion. The sweet sauce was a nice contrast to the meat. I also picked a Super-Hand Roll of Salmon and Tuna. I think what made it "super" was the two types of fish included with the avocado and cucumber. The size of the roll was alright for the $8.50 price. Lastly, my final item was a Walk Through True Love. This was a special maki roll made up of blue crab and avocado on the inside topped with tuna, eel, sriracha, spicy mayo, eel sauce, bonito flake, and lemon slice. Despite the sriracha and spicy mayo, the combination didn't pack much heat. I did enjoy the real crab meat used as opposed to the imitation variety. If there was more time, then I certainly would have dined in and chosen different items. For the quality and price of my meal, I gave a 3.5 star rating for my experience at Temari-Zushi. read more

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Good sushi at reasonable prices. The staff were nice, the ambiance has a bit to be desired but they tried to make a strip mall location fun and festive and I appreciate the attempt. The fish was really good and the flavors of the rolls were well done. read more

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The service was great! The sushi roll was good and the lunch special was also fulfilling. The lunch special includes a miso soup, a small salad, 3 small sashimi, edamame and chicken karaage. It was really good and worth the price. It seems a small portion but it's a lot. I will recommend this place for the lunch special. read more

Temari-zushi - Red Tiger Roll** - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Diego, California

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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. read more

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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. read more

Temari-zushi - Omakase - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Diego, California

We love the food and the casual ambiance here, the restaurant is cozy and service is swift even when the restaurant is packed. We sat down, ordered and the food came out surprisingly quickly for a full house on a Friday night. They offer real wasabi and an affordable Omakase experience. read more

Temari-zushi - Hand rolls and shrimp tempura - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Diego, California

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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. read more

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I love those place when I get a hankering for delicious sushi without breaking the bank. Lot's of creative sushi options. It's fresh and delicious. Quick service. Give it a try. read more

Genuine traditional Japanese food that is truly authentic and delicious. We always seek out Japanese food made by the chef with experience and chose this place for that reason. We had their special roll, salmon plate and sashimi plate that were so freshly made and fantabulous in taste. We found a winner. read more

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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. read more

Temari-zushi - Lunch special chicken katsu curry. - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Diego, California

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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!!! read more

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We found this place by chance, and the sushi was absolutely delicious! We were so lucky to discover it. It's not always easy to find really great restaurants in San Diego, so this was such a great find. The restaurant is decorated with lots of Japanese anime and Pokémon memorabilia, which brought back so many childhood memories. The service was excellent, and everyone was so friendly and welcoming. We'll definitely be back! read more

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. read more

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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! read more

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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. read more

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

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Nice casual place with cute decor. Even the bathroom has Doraemon decor. We came here for lunch and got two lunch specials, two hand rolls, and a Sunset roll. The food tasted good and the sushi tasted fresh. The price seemed good but realized that the portion sizes were a little on the small side. The chicken teriyaki lunch special came with a California roll. The roll was fine but the chicken was just about 10 small pieces of chicken on a small plate with no rice or anything else. Service was great but we were the only ones in the restaurant for a while. Overall, we enjoy the food. read more

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. read more

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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.) read more

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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! read more

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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. read more

Temari-zushi - Tuna pepper roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Diego, California

We stumbled along this sushi place while going to our favorite bookstore. We were starving and looking for a sushi place that is kid-friendly enough for our sushi loving 8 year old. This place was AMAZING! Tucked in to an unassuming strip mall, it is decorated so cutely with various kawaii characters like pokemon and Kirby. The food was incredible! Great quality and incredible value. The service was so sweet and very attentive and the food came out quickly. Our new favorite sushi in San Diego! read more

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They have good lunch deals. The sushi was pretty fresh. The teriyaki chicken was ok. The lunch deals were good and I plan on coming back. They chill the drink mugs which is always a plus. read more

Temari-zushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Diego, California

Great service. Low key ambience. The best prices and specials for the area. $13 for gyoza, a hand roll, sake and a beer? So refreshing to find a restaurant that is not price gouging in 2024! It's really hard to go out to eat as a couple for under $60 these days if you have a drink! They even took off 5% for paying cash :) Oh and the Pokémon decor is cute! I did not get the cute Temari but I saw a cute panda sushi at another table. read more

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Very clean, fun decor, and great music choices. I'm a huge weeb so they played to my heart strings. Checks come in manga books! How cute is that! Fish is super fresh, thick slices of fish, and it is now my favorite sushi spot in San Diego for me. Everything I ate was amazing. Employees here are super friendly, service is fast. I would definitely come back again! read more

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Wow! Amazing sushi and nice variety, and the food is decorated with great creativity! The staff is very friendly and the decorations are very fun! read more

Very quick service &fresh seafood ingredients! I skipped the rice balls because it looked like too much rice. Would come here again, the sushi was outstanding read more

Temari-zushi - Black Pearl Roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Diego, California

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The little sushi balls were the cutest thing ever. The quality of the fish was decent. Ordered the salmon also and it was pretty tasty. Was inexpensive for sure. Located in a litttle strip mall. read more

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Found it by accident ...and a happy little accident it was. Sushi was fresh, gorgeous and delicious. Staff was nice. Space is CUTE. Ample parking. Will for sure be coming back. read more

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A cute restaurant theme of many favorite cartoon characters from the 80s to beyond. The food is absolutely delicious and bursting with yummy tastes! I ordered the mix tempura--loved it! The crispy, golden bites were perfectly seasoned and full of flavor. The Japanese curry (makes me think of Japan ) had a rich, comforting taste that warmed my heart, and the tamari genzo was a delightful treat, enhancing the gourmet experience while evoking sweet memories of the 80s Japanese cartoons. There was even a fun surprise with Doramen in the bathroom, adding a quirky touch to the overall experience. read more

Temari-zushi - Mix tempura, Japanese curry, and tamari genzo & Doraemon decoration!! Nostalgia of the 80s favorite !!!! - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Diego, California

I have to say, the instagram-able temari got me! They are rolled balls of sushi rice topped with fish. The fish was delicious and super fresh--however, the rice to fish ratio was off. There was so much rice that I barely tasted the fish so I ended up just eating half of the rice ball. For $45, I'm not quite sure if it's worth it. The garlic edamame appetizer was the highlight! We even used the sauce for our rolls. The perfect amount of garlic to edamame. The rolls were decent, the rice ratio were definitely better. The service was phenomenal! We definitely enjoyed our time and meal in part because of the server. He checked on us regularly and even encouraged our shenanigans when we wanted photos with all the cute decor. read more

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Great food and service! The really spicy dish is the best. Ambiance reminds me of Japan!

I loved this experience! The sushi was fresh, the rice on the rolls were the perfect temperature for my taste, and the environment is so endearing. Our server was kind and attentive, and the menu is broad and unique. The whole place feels cozy, authentic, and private. I'll be back! read more

Amazing food, located in a small strip mall. You wouldn't think much of the place when you first step in but let me tell you the fish quality was amazing. We got the ootoro and had to go back for more. Also great happy hour deals! read more

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The food was so delicious. Makes me salivate just thinking back on it. I'm writing this review about 2 months after I ate here and still remember their beautiful shop and great service. read more

Cute place. I wanted to love it so much. They definitely need a better ventilation system though. The place smells very oily which sticks to your clothes and hair. Also, the constant sound of the microwave beeping and being used was off putting. The baked scallops appetizer was fishy and weirdly I've never had a scallop dish where the scallops were uncleaned with the mantle and everything attached. Was not a fan at all. The eel roll - if you see my pic. BARELY had any eel in it. It was basically a cucumber roll. The red tiger and rainbow rolls were okay. But due to the overall experience I don't know if I'd go back. read more

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A hidden secret! Smaller restaurant with Small dining area. The quality of their food is consistent. Husband usually gets a chicken katsu curry plate and a salmon skin hand roll. The size of the hand roll is pretty big and the salmon skin is super crunchy. I dont usually care for chicken katsu, but theirs is juicy and crispy. My kids love the tempura cali roll. I usually like to try different things, like their gyudon and yakisoba. All consistently good. Prices seem fair and the service is straightforward. Sometimes theres a lil wait depending how busy they are. read more

I'm soooo happy to have found this place!!! The food at Temari-zushi is perfect!! I love everything about it so much, from the 492838 knickknacks and lucky cats sprawling the walls to the 2000s era jpop that I know every word to... this is my place for sure :') Feels welcoming and sweet and millennial. The decor definitely skews younger & v casual so just be open to it. The check comes in manga :) It's a sushi place & that's mostly what I've ordered so far. The fish quality is great and the rice is seasoned really well. I can't ask for anything more, well actually I ask for negi every time and they don't seem to mind, tysm. The sushi tastes like it's just homemade, or like my other favorite mom & pops throughout the years, shout-out to Wakamatsu in Hayward! The caterpillar roll is stunningly good! The unagi sauce tastes homemade and has a rich depth of flavor. I usually keep it simple and just order nigiri, hand rolls, hosomaki and not complex rolls, but I'm definitely ready to branch out and experiment here because I trust them! Speaking of trust, the omakase is like $55 or something and I can't wait to experience it! Unagi don is only $12?!?! Gyudon is only $9!!??? Is it still 2006? The main experience here, the temari-zushi. It's so exciting to see it as the focus. I think it's really fun and special and the fish:rice ratio changes things up with texture and balance. I really recommend coming here with someone you care about & treating yourself :) Really really love this place!!!! read more

Temari-zushi - isn't this just insanely gorgeous? - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Diego, California