48 Best Sushi Bars near El Cajon

“Good Japanese restaurant! The Japanese food here was well-made and delicious. They have a pretty extensive sushi menu. However, I ordered the pork tonkatsu (fried pork cutlet), and it was one of the best katsu's I've ever had. Other components of the meal -- the gyoza, salad with ginger dressing, and the appetizer of chicken karage -- were tasty as well. The sushi was delicious too. We had the Alaska roll, tempura vegetable roll, and cucumber roll. The service was nice and attentive. I recommend this establishment if you are in the mood for Japanese food, sushi and non sushi.“

“Fast and friendly service, Great tasting food my favorite is the honey walnut shrimp💜“

“Our family go to sushi place! Great Sushi rolls, Ramen, Sashimi, and beer. Friends love when we bring them here too. Service is always great, staff is prompt and friendly and deserve big Tips!! Some of our favorite rolls are Crazy, Sergio, Sexy, Citrus, Rainbow, and always get a Chef choice off the menu. So fun when they bring it out on the big sushi boat. Recommend 10/10!!“

“One of my favorite sushi restaurants in East county! The food is amazing, the chef's definitely know what they're doing, they're quick, polite, friendly and great at what they do!
Only problem from time to time is the service. Lots of teenage servers but they aren't all very attentive. Granted, it's probably most of their first job's but trying to get their attention shouldn't be that tough.

Kid-friendliness: Plenty of options for non sushi eaters, teriyaki chicken, ramen, fried rice and simple things.“

“personale gentilissimo. qualità del pesce ottima e.menu molto vasto e di qualita“

“I have eaten Vietnamese cuisine throughout California, and Grandpa Tao ranks among the best. In addition to the amazing tastes, the casual restaurant is friendly and comfortable. Ingredients are fresh, the environment clean and relaxing. I particularly recommend the Pho, the Rice Vermicelli (try it!) and the Shaking beef. You'll like it.“

“The food was amazing! The owner was so kind and accommodating to customers. He even gave me a free meal because of an issue with my rice. I will definitely come back again! We recently moved from Japan to San Diego and were craving ramen. Their ramen is the best! You should try it.“

“Sushi is DELICIOUS! Customer Service is Awesome! Place is Mellow and Relaxing and very Enjoyable!“

“Eaten here numerous times. Excellent quality food, and service. Equivalent to San Francisco Bay Area Japanese restaurants..which are outstanding.“

“Best sushi ever!!! Umami roll is the most amazing roll I’ve ever had with tofu in it!“

“Great food...would definitely recommend this restaurant 😍“

“The food is delicious! I love their chicken kelaquen and the pork ribs. Their food is always nicely presented! Highly recommend if you're craving Chamorro food!!“

“Okay true confession: I am a sushi addict... I have been eating sushi for 62 years, yes, I'm an old man but I have never lost my love of fabulous sushi. And last night I found it, finally!!! I took a bus from downtown to try this well-recommended restaurant and boy was it worth it. This family-owned restaurant not only has the finest sushi, a very friendly expert sushi chef, but the homey atmosphere makes dining here a supreme delight. And when I got my bill I was shocked to see that the sushi was discounted to 50% off. What a pleasant surprise. Five star sushi at a price that even an old pensioner can afford. lol
Well, It looks like I am going to be spending much more time on the 215 Express bus, It is worth the trip.“

“Very simple, casual Japanese dining. The food and service are great. It has a wide selection of Japanese meals, and one of the larger and varied sushi roll menus in town.“

“Pleasantly surprised by this place. First time trying it as I’m looking to make 2023 a year I explore new food places. This was my first new place of the year and I’m glad I found them! Friendly people and don’t be fooled by the small frontage. Hole in the wall places are the best. I also liked their happy hour menu….I was there for lunch but will be going back for happy hours and dinners😃“

“We had my dad’s retirement party here at JJ’s Island Grindz and our host was Ellis I cannot speak highly enough on the service he provided for us it will be unmatched. He treated us like family, very attentive, very respectful, on time with everything very professional. I just want to thank him and his crew for providing excellent customer service love and care to our family and friends. The food was amazing the drinks were delicious and had a great presentation. JJ’s Island Grindz is a good vibe. Thank you again for hosting our event.“

“The food was great. Mango-Mango roll was exceptional!!“

“Love they're food and prices are reasonable. Especially with discount of you eat in the restaurant. My favorite sushi restaurant!“

“Food already great here 💕 🍣 🍱“

“This spot earned a 3 Star rating, but the quality of the sushi, coupled with the fantastic service from Mika brought it up to a solid 4. The missing star is from no nigiri combo on the menu, coupled with no natto and prices that are above average. Will come back to see if owner really reads these and does something about it in the future….“

“I’ve been to this sushi spot several times and always appreciated their variety and freshness. However, during my most recent visit, the rice was noticeably stiff and tasted as if it might have been old. Hoping this was just an off day, as I’ve usually enjoyed their food!“

“Amazing food while we were visiting the area. Best service and the food presentation was perfection. Portions and pricing are both outstanding. 10/10 recommend.“

“San Diego’s best sushi! Get the CATS roll!“

“Always great food when I stop by #HWMYTastins #HWMY“

“The lady's here are very clean and attentive to the customers!!! If you want quick good clean sushi come here.. Thank you lady's! Always a pleasure seeing you twice a week lol

Kid-friendliness: Yes

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes“

“Oishii is such a hidden gem! Very clean, and the insanely friendly and attentive staff make you feel right at home. The highlight for me was the pork noodle soup—seriously, it’s the closest thing I’ve found to authentic street noodle soup from Thailand. Such a rare find! Everything we tried was fresh and delicious. I’m already planning my next visit. Highly recommend!

Also 50% off apps and some rolls, beer and Thai tea for happy hour. Can’t beat it. Everyday from 2-5pm.“

“Great service (thank you to all the staff who helped a a team, and our main server who recommended adding some dishes of sauces to add to our rolls for added taste), great food (thank you to the chefs who prepared our food as if they were serving their own family), smaller place but nicely decorated and maintained. Definitely coming back soon.“

“One of the best Japanese Restaurant in town, highly recommended!“

“Don't let the rating fool you. This place is great! The staff always takes of me when I go in. I was there tonight.“

“I have been eating at Sushi Diner for 15 years. This is hands down the best sushi in San Diego. Surf videos, Reggae music to add to the chill, relaxing atmosphere. Can't get any better than Sushi Diner. Try the Smokin' Jamaican (smoked salmon&cream cheese) and Hang Loose Roll (has bacon!) youll be hooked!“

“I inhaled the food before I could take any photos. The chicken katsu musubi was amazing. Super crunchy and the meat was mouth watering juicy. The bbq combo was also great. The meat and rice portions were generous. Im not going to L&Ls now that I know this place exists.

Parking: Theres a lot of parking but the lot is packed on the weekends.“

“The food was delicious ! The atmosphere was ok, it's just a small place and gets packed at dinner time. The server was nice, but took the order of a family that came in after mine first. I didn't like that at all ! But overall, it's a good place for sushi. 🍣 -“

“Had the all you can eat/ayce sushi. It was about $37.00 each adult. Had the nigiri, spicy tuna, appetizers, and their milk teas. Love the spicy tuna, the appetizers (takoyaki, cucumber, poke salad, spicy garlic edamame, baked mussels), and their drinks (taro milk tea and Thai milk tea). Ordered the nigir, but too much rice, so not worth ordering the nigiri, unless if you want to get real full. The fish was hanging off the rice, but too much rice. Might go back and order the special rolls instead to try more things. Most things we ordered, we liked, but the best part was the milk teas, LOVE the milk teas. The Taro milk tea had a hint of coconut flavor at the end, which added a special touch to the drink. Would still go back to try more things. Great customer service when we were there (wasn't that busy though).

Vegetarian options: Have some vegetarian dishes, but didn’t see much options.“

“We've enjoyed every roll, every appetizer, every visit. Left this afternoon planning a return trip on Friday.“

“I recently dined at Kaki Sushi and had an exceptional experience. The food was outstanding, with each dish prepared meticulously to highlight the freshness and flavors of the ingredients, especially the sushi. The service was impressive, with attentive and efficient staff who were incredibly kind and hospitable. From the moment we arrived, we felt welcomed and valued. Overall, Kaki Sushi offers a delightful combination of excellent food and exceptional service, making it a top-notch dining destination. I highly recommend it.“

“I don't usually give out 5 stars unless it's deserved but, wow this place made me feel like I was living in Japan again! The food tastes exactly the same! I had the teriyaki ribeye steak, my wife had the chicken katsu, and we got a side of tempura & mixed veggies. Will definitely come back again to try something else!“

“good food, friendly staff and atented“

“Es primera vez que pruebo este sushi y la verdad esta fire 🔥 lo recomiendo al 💯“

“The food is amazing, as is the service. My family have eaten there since they opened in 1986. They were small then, when Swenson's ice cream used to be next door. My favorite dish was the champon noodles. It still tastes the same!!“

“Ok. Now I know where to have my go to Ramen. 1st time and definitely when I want ramen,I'm coming here. The flavor of my spicy beef ramen was AMAZING.😋😋😋

The other two dishes ordered by hubby and son were also delicious.😋😋😋

It's spacious and had no long lines. Started to get crowded after I got there. The food came quickly, and we were able to eat and savoe the food and run!

I really recommend this place!
Expect Mexican music in the background
Of its sunny sit by the window in the back. It's a little chilly in there. 🥰“

“We love Chiba! We lived here 8 years ago and we’re back. I am glad to see the food is still as delicious as I remember! The food was fast and I recommend the sushi! Also, our waitress was great!“

“I came here with a friend on a Friday afternoon. During a bingo tournament. They had us come back after 5 PM when all of the bingo people we're checked in. The hostess remembered us and greated us kindly once more. We sat outside because the weather was nice. We were going to order a meal, but since we arrive just at the beginning of happy hour, she suggested we give those options a try... So glad we listened to her, the sticky wings are to die for.All of the happy hour options are very tasty. We ordered one of each, and we were not disappointed. We will be coming back for more!“

“Our favorite spot for sushi and sashimi😍“

“Sushi was very good 😋 edamame green beans also ! Great service 👍🏼“

“This place had very good food!!! I went with my boyfriend today and it was 1hr away from closing so there weren't a lot of people. The waitress there served us quickly and the food came out quickly too!!! I forgot what my bf ordered but it was some beef & broccoli noodles? That are pretty crispy on the edges!!! Omg it was so yummiiii!!!! And then I got the shrimp tempura udon for about $10!!!!! :DDD I got the noodles themselves in some stone bowl then a plate of fried vegetables and 4 shrimp tempura!!!!! The fried vegetables were carrot, zucchini, and potato!!! It was a lot of food for a very good price!!!!!! :DDDDD you should go here if you'd like to eat some cheap Japanese food!!! ???“

“I recently visited Khanye Ramen Noodles and had a fantastic experience. The staff were friendly, attentive, and went above and beyond to make us feel welcome. The service was quick and efficient, which made for a smooth and enjoyable meal.

As for the food, it was absolutely delicious! The ramen was perfectly seasoned with a rich, flavorful broth, and the noodles had just the right texture. Every dish we tried was fresh and expertly prepared.

Overall, I’d highly recommend Khanye Ramen Noodles for anyone looking for a great dining experience with both quality service and excellent food!“

“Their pork gyoza is the best! We went for sushi and enjoyed everything. Their hand rolls are large and stuffed. My only complaint was that my spicy scallop hand roll had sand or rocks or something in it, I thought I was going to bust out a filling, so I would skip the scallops next time. Lunch was pretty reasonable and wine pours are awesome“