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Glass Box Asian Coastal Inspired Kitchen + Bar, San Diego, CA

Glass Box Asian Coastal Inspired Kitchen + Bar

4.7
4.7
259 Reviews
$30 and under
Sushi

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2 people
19:00
Booked 20 times today
  • Innovative
  • Hot spot
  • Lively
A transparent authentic cultural experience of Asian infused cuisine, continuously redefining “fresh”.

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Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Sushi, Asian, Contemporary Asian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 10:00–00:00
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Ethan Yang

What 259 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Innovative

  • San Diego

    Sushi

  • North San Diego

    Innovative

Review summary

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Glass Box Asian Coastal Inspired Kitchen + Bar offers "amazing sushi" and exceptional service in a lively atmosphere. Guests love the "fresh and delicious" fish, especially during the "outstanding" Happy Hour. While some find it "a bit pricey," the quality and creativity of dishes, like the omakase and unique rolls, make it a must-visit.

259 Reviews
  1. Jose VIP

    San Diego12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was delicious I recommend getting the spring rolls and fried rice and the lychee martini for happy hour.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was prompt and efficient and the place was very busy. The dollar oysters for happy hr were a pleasant surprise!

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  3. Scott VIP

    New York City146 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 9 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    First time eating here, place was terrific!! Great food and if your interested they have a happy hour menu, we opted for entrees.

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  4. Chris VIP

    San Diego73 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Our go to. The best fish quality and presentation in all San Diego…

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  5. Bruce

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 12 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    AAAAmazing food! As good as any sushi I've had anywhere. At least in terms of nigiri and sashimi which is how I rate sushi places. I can't comment on any of the "foo-foo" rolls (as I derogatorily call them - lol) 'cause I prefer the more basic types of sushi. The amount of fish per piece was about normal - not too skimpy like many of the really high-end places. I had: bluefin, tako, mackerel (NOT Spanish), yellowtail - all 2-piece nigiri - and a sashimi salad. Also of note: their ginger was exceptional! Not the usual, overly harsh flavor, so it must have been treated somehow to "mute" the flavor. The only dings are for: 1. noise (it's inside a large, open building along with other restaurants). A very nice, contemporary and pleasing space, but a little noisy. Bestia in DTLA being a 10 on the noise level (unable to carry on a conversation) this is about a 7. 2. Service. It seemed they were a little under-staffed (not so unusual nowadays) and we had an less-than-optimally-experienced server. A few minor mistakes and sushi was slow to come out.

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  6. Anna VIP

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 3 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Outstanding SDRW Experience at Glass Box! We dined at Glass Box for the last night of San Diego Restaurant Week, and it was an unforgettable experience. The restaurant, nestled within the stunning Sky Deck at Del Mar Highlands, offers an intimate yet lively atmosphere that perfectly complements the exquisite menu. The three-course SDRW menu did not disappoint—each dish was not only delicious but beautifully presented, truly a work of art. The flavors were well-balanced, fresh, and thoughtfully curated. From the first bite to the last, everything was exceptional. Beyond the food, the service was top-notch. The staff was warm, knowledgeable, and attentive, ensuring our experience was seamless from start to finish. They made us feel genuinely welcomed, adding an extra special touch to the evening. Glass Box is a must-visit, whether for Restaurant Week or a special night out. We’ll definitely be back soon! 🍣✨

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  7. Jeanette

    San Francisco13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 30 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Came here for restaurant week, so I was able to try the wonton soup, sashimi, dim sum, pork belly with bokchoy, and the white fish dish. Everything tasted delicious. Lots of diverse flavors, perfect temperature, great textures and the aroma of the food was excellent. Service was spot-on. I will be back!!

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  8. Parris

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 29 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and drinks are phenomenal. The staff is amazing. We love chef Ethan!

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  9. Mike VIP

    Los Angeles5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 27 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a great spot. Food was great. service was excellent. Once ordered, the food was being brought to the table. Very quickly prepared. We felt like we were VIP's.

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  10. Joe VIP

    San Diego16 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 27 January 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The Glass Box remains one o f our favorite restaurants, for its diverse and innovative menu--including unusual sushi--excellent cocktails and good service, but ew were disappointed in the 5-course Restaurant Week meal in January 2025, primarily because of the meager portions--in particular a lasrge teaspoon of steak tartare and a fish filet entree that spanned only a few bites. Suggest you skip RW and order from the menu.

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FAQs

Glass Box Asian Coastal Inspired Kitchen + Bar does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Glass Box Asian Coastal Inspired Kitchen + Bar also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (858) 289-4800.

Glass Box Asian Coastal Inspired Kitchen + Bar is rated 4.7 stars by 259 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 20 times today
Google Map for Glass Box Asian Coastal Inspired Kitchen + Bar

3790 Townsgate Dr, San Diego, CA 92130-2547

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Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Sushi, Asian, Contemporary Asian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 10:00–00:00
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Ethan Yang
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