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Himitsu, La Jolla, CA
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Himitsu

$31 to $50
Sushi

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2 people
19:00
Booked 38 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
A sushi bar and Japanese bistro. Inspired by the sushi bars in Tokyo. Himitsu introduces Japanese culture, design, and hospitality to San Diego.

Our 8 person sushi bar and 20 person patio is located in a discrete corner of La Jolla, a setting well suited to our name, which translate to "Secret" in Japanese.

Chef Mitsu Aihara presents a menu of traditional sushi and nigiri, along with Japanese style tapas using the high quality products and ingredients.

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Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Mitsu Aihara

  • Award icon

    MICHELIN Plate

    2022

From the OpenTable editors: Plan ahead to secure a seat at chef Mitsu Aihara’s intimate sushi counter or grab a spot in the cozy outdoor setup. Either way, you’ll be rewarded with an elegant omakase selection and on-trend dishes like a rib-eye katsu sando and seared scallops with brown butter soy cream.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Sushi, Japanese
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Sat 11:30–14:30 Dinner Tue–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–21:30
  • Phone number
    (858) 263-4463
  • Website
    http://Himitsusd.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Location
    1030 Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Area
    La Jolla
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Served Tuesday - Friday: 11:30 - 2:00 PM

Salad

  • Sashimi SaladUS$16.00

    with Tuna, Albacore, Yellowtail, and Salmon with Mixed Greens and Seaweed with Ginger Dressing

    Donburis

    All bowls include a side salad and miso soup

    • Himitsu BowlUS$16.00

      Choose Option of Salmon / Yellowtail / Tuna / Albacore with Jalapeño, Lemon Juice, Avocado, Micro Cilantro, Seaweed, Sesame Seed, Sushi Rice

      • ChirashiUS$19.00

        Tuna, Yellowtail, Salmon, Albacore, Octopus, Shrimp with Shiso Leaf, Daikon Radish, Sesame Seed, Seaweed, Tostada Sauce, Sushi Rice

        • Tuna HeavenUS$24.00

          Toro, Tuna, Spicy Tuna, Chopped Toro with Green Onion, Chopped Jalapeño, Daikon Radish, Shiso Leaf, Sesame Seed, Seaweed, Sushi Rice

          • Karaage BowlUS$12.00

            Chicken Karaage, Teriyaki Sauce, Cabbage, Green Onion, Steam Rice

            • Treasure BowlUS$24.00

              Toro, Tuna, Yellowtail, Salmon, Octopus, Albacore, White Fish, Uni, Salmon Eggs with Gold Flakes and Sushi Rice

              Sushi Set

              All Sushi Sets include a side salad and miso soup

              • Sushi LoverUS$20.00

                Tuna, Yellowtail, Salmon, Albacore, Shrimp, White Fish, Sea Eel, and Choose Option of Spicy Tuna Roll / Spicy Salmon Roll / Spicy Yellowtail Roll

                Last updated: 3 February 2022

                What 1,112 people are saying

                Overall ratings and reviews

                Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                4.9
                4.9 based on recent ratings
                • 4.9Food
                • 4.9Service
                • 4.7Ambience
                • 4.5Value

                Noise • Moderate

                Loved For

                • San Diego

                  Sushi

                • San Diego

                  Best Service

                • San Diego

                  Sushi

                Review summary

                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                Himitsu offers a "fantastic personalized sushi experience" with "high quality fresh fish" and an "incredible service." The restaurant is praised for its authentic Japanese ambiance and creative menu options. While reservations are recommended due to its popularity, diners rave about the "amazing food" and "exceptional dining experience."

                1,112 Reviews

                1. Meredith

                  Austin

                  19 reviews

                  5.0

                  19 reviews

                  Dined 4 days ago

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  Excellent all the way around! Superb sushi. Fantastic service. I really appreciated how most of the menu is gluten free. It’s authentic Japanese!

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                2. Eduardo

                  San Diego

                  46 reviews

                  vip
                  5.0

                  46 reviews

                  Dined on 16 November 2024

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  Amazing customer service, top-grade fish and enjoyable knife skills

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                3. HS17

                  San Diego

                  21 reviews

                  vip
                  5.0

                  21 reviews

                  Dined on 15 November 2024

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  We absolutely love Himitsu! The ambience, service and food are always amazing!

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                4. julia

                  San Diego

                  6 reviews

                  vip
                  5.0

                  6 reviews

                  Dined on 15 November 2024

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  Himitsu never disappoints.. by far my favorite sushi spot for quality fish. Yesterday it was my first time sitting at the bar & it was an amazing experience being able to watch and talk with the chefs. The service was great and I can’t wait to return again.

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                5. Jaime

                  San Diego

                  3 reviews

                  vip
                  3.0

                  3 reviews

                  Dined on 14 November 2024

                  1. Overall 3
                  2. Food 3
                  3. Service 4
                  4. Ambience 3
                  They do good on New fish & very delicated , but price is abusive & the tip is impositive by the waiter ???

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                6. Jennifer

                  London

                  11 reviews

                  vip
                  5.0

                  11 reviews

                  Dined on 14 November 2024

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  Delicious and inspired sushi, friendly staff and professional service 5 stars!

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                7. David

                  Portland

                  1 review

                  5.0

                  1 review

                  Dined on 13 November 2024

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  Wasabi Caesar salad. Enough said. No notes. That’s it

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                8. Tracy

                  Sacramento

                  1 review

                  5.0

                  1 review

                  Dined on 10 November 2024

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  We had a fantastic birthday dinner with my son. The fish is so fresh and everything tastes delicious. We liked that the sushi wasn’t over sauced and we could taste the uniqueness of each of the rolls. Koki, our server, was wonderful and very attentive. The rest of the team was happy and helpful. Thank you for a great experience. We look forward to our next visit.

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                9. Amanda

                  Chicago

                  3 reviews

                  vip
                  5.0

                  3 reviews

                  Dined on 10 November 2024

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  Jessica, Mitsu, and the entire staff are the absolute best. I have not had a bad experience eating here. The food is incredible! I have eaten lots of high end sushi restaurants and Omakase, including their sister restaurant(Hidden)in Miami and Himistu is STILL my absolute favorite. The fish is so fresh, the way they prepare everything is very clean and everything we order tastes amazing! If you go make sure to order the scallop and perch nigiri! Those are my favorites! <3

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                10. Mackenzie

                  San Diego

                  6 reviews

                  vip
                  5.0

                  6 reviews

                  Dined on 9 November 2024

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  Hands down my favorite sushi place in San Diego! My husband and I always go with the chef specials and recommendations and they are great every time! The host/hostess and servers are so friendly and inviting. They always remember us and take time to catch up. Himitsu is a must visit!

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                FAQs

                Himitsu offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (858) 263-4463.

                Himitsu is rated 4.9 stars by 1112 OpenTable diners.

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

                Make a booking

                2 people
                19:00
                Booked 38 times today

                Order delivery or takeout

                Google Map for Himitsu

                1030 Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037

                Additional information

                • Award-winning
                  1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
                • Area
                  La Jolla
                • Hours of Operation
                  Lunch Tue–Sat 11:30–14:30 Dinner Tue–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–21:30
                • Price
                  $31 to $50
                • Cuisines
                  Sushi, Japanese
                • Dining style
                  Casual Elegant
                • Dress code
                  Casual Dress
                • Parking details
                  None
                • Payment Options
                  AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                • Additional
                  Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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