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Wrench and Rodent Seabasstropub, Oceanside, CA
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Wrench and Rodent Seabasstropub

$30 and under
Sushi

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2 people
19:00
Booked 13 times today

About this restaurant

  • Innovative
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Healthy
Please call for reservations of 7+ (760) 453-2738

Founded in 2013 by Davin and Jessica Waite, Wrench & Rodent is a space for culinary exploration and collaboration. This cozy, eclectic restaurant quickly became a destination for those who appreciated Chef Davin’s creative approach to celebrating local and responsibly sourced fish and produce.

In addition to a set sushi menu, Wrench offers an omakase as well as a list of specials that change daily. The team is committed to reducing waste and enhancing flavor by elevating all cuts of fish and veggies, as well as featuring a diverse range of species. Many menu items are simple, fresh and creative, with a lesser-known fish species complimented by ingredients from the backyard garden. Byproduct utilization drives the menu as well, and recent explorations with aging techniques have led to a dry aged fish program. Plant-forward preparations are also celebrated, and a vegan omakase is available upon request.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Davin Waite

From the OpenTable editors: A pub isn’t an obvious backdrop for sushi, but culinary power couple Jessica and Davin Waite make a passionate case. Their punk-rock Oceanside spot is serious about a zero-waste philosophy—almost every fish part is used in their rolls, including the Green Lantern, an avocado and crab version topped with salmon and arugula chimichurri.

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Sushi, Seafood, Creative Japanese
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sun 16:00–21:00
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Small parking lot available, much convenient neighborhood parking as well.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Delivery & takeout

What 1,424 people are saying

Wrench and Rodent Seabasstropub reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Innovative

  • San Diego

    Sushi

  • North San Diego

    Best Food

  • North San Diego

    Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Wrench and Rodent Seabasstropub is a "favorite sushi restaurant" in the area, renowned for its "creative HIGH QUALITY FRESH FISH" and "amazing sushi." Guests love the "unique, delicious, exceptional sushi selections" and the "awesome food with amazing service." The "omakase" experience and "artful arrangements" offer an extraordinary culinary adventure.

1,424 Reviews
  1. Judy VIP

    San Diego12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our first time there- wonderful dinner and all of the wait staff could not have been any nicer!!

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  2. Quinn

    San Diego4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had the Omakase as well as some additional dishes and Everything was amazing! Shout out to Glen for being an awesome server. I can’t wait to come back

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  3. And0303

    Los Angeles7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 8 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wow!!! We were super impressed with every aspect of our experience…. From the service to the food… absolutely amazing!!! We will return!!!

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  4. Heather VIP

    San Diego8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 7 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyed the Omakase. Each dish was more interesting and inventive than the one before!

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  5. Sean

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 7 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing Sushi! This is the most unique and delicious sushi I have ever have. I met one of the sushi chefs named Fernando. He is an amazing sushi chef. I will definitely be back. I would highly recommend this place to anyone!

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  6. Joseph Anthony

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    If you know fish and want something a little different in the best of ways ingredients presentation and truly knowledgeable friendly service..particularly Giovanni ( forgive my possible misspelling)…fish as good as it gets…will definitely return …J

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  7. Leah

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 28 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of Oceanside's oldest, best treasures is this restaurant on the PCH/Cassidy. W&R chefs pair the most select, fresh ingredients with simple, yet imaginative fruits, herbs and greens, We love this creative sushi spot, snuggled under palm trees where silly, feral parrots live.

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  8. mark

    San Diego5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 27 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    We ate early as we had done a matinee movie before arriving. We arrived 30 minutes after opening, but it felt like they were still starting up. I/we felt somewhat ignored and one of our food items did not make it to the table without asking about it. I’ve been here before, but had been a couple of years. Our daughter and son in law recently dined here and raved, so we went again. Don’t get me wrong, this is solidly good food, and I probably go again. It feels somewhat overpriced for what it is, at least on this visit.

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  9. Michelle

    San Diego8 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Another amazing meal. Only downside was the table lamp went out and it took 15 minutes to get a new one.

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  10. OpenTable Diner VIP

    San Diego4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 21 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Pure Excellence . The creativity is amazing and oh so delicious.

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FAQs

Wrench and Rodent Seabasstropub offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (760) 453-2738.

Wrench and Rodent Seabasstropub is rated 4.8 stars by 1424 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 13 times today
Google Map for Wrench and Rodent Seabasstropub

1815 South Coast Highway, Oceanside, CA 92054

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Sushi, Seafood, Creative Japanese
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sun 16:00–21:00
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Small parking lot available, much convenient neighborhood parking as well.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Delivery & takeout
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