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Open terrace, sushi bar, sake bar & dining tables. - Shimbashi Izakaya, Del Mar, CA

Shimbashi Izakaya

4.7
4.7
979 Reviews
$31 to $50
Japanese

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2 people
19:00
Booked 23 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
Shimbashi's theme is based on the Izakaya, a Japanese tapas restaurant. We offer a multi-faceted menu that can be used as a pairing with sake for the light eater or sophisticated dinner entrées served in the Japanese tradition. Our menu changes with the season making each dining experience a new adventure.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Sushi, Izakaya
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–14:00 Sat, Sun 12:00–15:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–20:00 Fri–Sun 17:00–21:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 17:00–18:00
  • Phone number
    (858) 523-0479
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Shimbashi’s catering service offers delicious & elegant party sushi/entree trays. You can mix and match to create a delectable arrangement for your guests. Our party trays also make fantastic gifts!
  • Private party facilities
    SHIMBASHI Izakaya is available for your special occasion, business meetings, private parties or wedding receptions. Indoor for intimate dining experience or outdoor patio for the fantastic pacific ocean view. We can tailor a menu to fit your budget.
  • Area
    Del Mar
  • Cross Street
    15th street and Camino Del Mar
  • Parking details
    Self-Parking in Del Mar plaza parking garage (1 Hour free). Valet parking is also available.
  • Public transit
    Del Mar is serviced by MTS bus, routes 101 and 308 throughout the year.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 979 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Great for outdoor dining

  • North San Diego

    Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Shimbashi Izakaya offers "exceptional sushi" with fresh fish and authentic Japanese dishes. The service is consistently described as "wonderful," with a delightful ambiance, especially on the patio. While some found the pricing high, the quality justifies it for many. Reservations are recommended due to its popularity.

979 Reviews
  1. Kevin

    VIP

    Orange County

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    great friendly and helpful staff. food was very fresh with tons of variations available. the view was also beautiful within a cozy environment. overall 5/5 thanks to exceptional hospitality and attitude!

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  2. Randy

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fresh and creative presentations-plus ask the chef for some omikase suggestions-always amazing !

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  3. Koji

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our favorite restaurant. Terrific food, great service. It’s the place we celebrate all of our big milestones

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  4. George Kevin

    San Diego

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on 25 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Authentic Japanese food with diverse menu. Best Japanese dining experience in San Diego, most likely. Can't wait to return for lunch also

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  5. Michael

    VIP

    New York City

    32 reviews

    4.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on 28 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Predictably very fresh, high-quality sushi in a nice but not special setting. Very good service, low noise level is appreciated.

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  6. Kierra

    Poconos

    26 reviews

    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on 23 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I would absolutely dine again. There were interesting specials and the standard fare had great options. Food came out at a great pace. The service was impeccable and the ambiance was very enjoyable.

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  7. Luis

    San Diego

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 6 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing and the service was great. I love the diversity of the menu. Lots of options and cool things to try!

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  8. Erin

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 6 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Found this restaurant through open table and I am so glad I did. Service was fantastic, food was delicious.

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  9. Susan

    Los Angeles

    16 reviews

    2.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on 3 October 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was unacceptable. One server for the entire outdoor seating took 10 minutes to get one beer. Four people at dinner and our waters were not refilled. Sushi was below average will not be returning. Nice location.

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  10. Claire

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Been coming here for over 15 years. Great tasting food and unique menu items. Kind staff and a cozy ambience.

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FAQs

Shimbashi Izakaya offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (858) 523-0479.

Shimbashi Izakaya is rated 4.7 stars by 979 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 23 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Shimbashi Izakaya

1555 Camino Del Mar Suite 201, Del Mar, CA 92014

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    15th street and Camino Del Mar
  • Area
    Del Mar
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–14:00 Sat, Sun 12:00–15:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–20:00 Fri–Sun 17:00–21:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 17:00–18:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Sushi, Izakaya
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Self-Parking in Del Mar plaza parking garage (1 Hour free). Valet parking is also available.
  • Public transit
    Del Mar is serviced by MTS bus, routes 101 and 308 throughout the year.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (858) 523-0479
  • Catering
    Shimbashi’s catering service offers delicious & elegant party sushi/entree trays. You can mix and match to create a delectable arrangement for your guests. Our party trays also make fantastic gifts!
  • Private party facilities
    SHIMBASHI Izakaya is available for your special occasion, business meetings, private parties or wedding receptions. Indoor for intimate dining experience or outdoor patio for the fantastic pacific ocean view. We can tailor a menu to fit your budget.
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