Nobu San Diego

4.6

3745 Reviews

$50 and over

Japanese

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2 people

26 Dec 2024

20:00

Booked 60 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Hot spot
Fancy

World renowned for its award winning "New Style" Japanese cuisine, Nobu continues to offer savvy diners across the globe a culinary adventure. Our San Diego location is yet another canvas for Chef Nobu Matsuhisa to display his legendary dishes, such as the Black Cod Miso and Yellowtail Sashimi with Jalapeno. The restaurant which is nestled in the perennially hip and centrally located Hard Rock Hotel also features unique creations by Executive Chef David Meade who has honed his skill at Nobu locations in Miami and New York. Nobu San Diego delivers equally on food, impeccable service and ambiance that is sophisticated yet lively.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Japanese, Contemporary Asian, Sushi
Hours of Operation
Daily 5:30 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(619) 814-4124
Website
https://www.noburestaurants.com/sandiego
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
David Meade
Catering
For the ultimate catering experience for any occasion, from holiday parties to family dinners, weddings to private jets, Nobu San Diego can make your event a one-of-a-kind experience. Please contact the restaurant at 619.814.4124 or by e-mail at sandiego.events@noburestaurants.com for further information.
Private party facilities
Nobu San Diego is centrally located across from the convention center at the Hard Rock Hotel. Our Private Dining Room can accommodate up to 30 guests for a seated dinner. For larger groups, we can offer partial main dining room or cater to one of the banquet rooms at the Hard Rock Hotel.
Private party contact
Nobu San Diego Events: (619) 814-4124

Location
207 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101
Area
Downtown / Gaslamp
Cross Street
L Street
Parking details
Hard Rock Hotel offers valet parking for guests with reservations. Ace Parking structure is also across the street on 6th Ave and L st.
Public transit
Gaslamp
Additional
Gluten-free Options

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Experiences

2024 Holiday Omakase
US$215.50 per person
24 Dec 2024 - 1 Jan 2025
Celebrate the holidays with a Nobu San Diego Exclusive omakase menu. Offered only from December 24th– 31, this menu features dishes that were crafted by Chef Nobu, as well as the Executive Chefs of Nobu San Diego. We welcome you to enjoy these cherished creations and celebrate the holidays with us. Please note that this offering is a prix fixe menu and we may be unable to accommodate dietary restrictions or allergies. 1st Course - Tuna San Ten Mori Tasting 2nd Course - King Salmon Tataki 3rd Course - Nigiri Sushi 4th Course - Chilled Maine Lobster Salad 5th Course - Glacier 51 Chilean Seabass Jalapeno Miso 6th Course - A5 Wagyu Ishiyaki Dessert - Chef's Choice *Menu items subject to change

What 3,745 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

San Diego
Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

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Nobu San Diego offers a vibrant dining experience with "outstanding food and service" that consistently impresses guests. The restaurant is known for its "impeccable service" and high-quality sushi, though it can be on the pricier side. The energetic ambiance makes it a great spot for special occasions, but be prepared for noise.

3,745 Reviews

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Dino
VIP
Los Angeles
307 reviews
4.0
307 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A special Christmas dining on JAPANESE A5 WAGYU, a side of CAULIFLOWER JALAPENO SALSA, a tuna roll and wine. Service was formal and pleasant. Hostess are strict with reserved signs and with reservations made on OpenTable.
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Joel
VIP
San Diego
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had the Omasaki dinner that was an amazing six course dinner and dessert
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Kento
VIP
San Francisco
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Being short staffed for Christmas was no excuse for the terrible service or poorly executed food. 30min without a food menu after being seated, chipped glassware, undercooked sushi rice, and the desserts are sad attempts at what you expect from somewhere like PF Chang’s. The whole experience was comically bad from beginning to end.
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sivan
Atlanta Metro
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our food was delicious especially the beef tabanyaki, the tofu and the taryaki chicken but all the starters were great too. A very friendly and responsive service and a great vibe and atmosphere.
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Robert
VIP
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service was amazing! Miso black cod was unbelievable!
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Kenneth
Palm Springs
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We sat at the sushi bar and it was great how the chef explained the options
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Jeremy
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My fiancé an I had a wonderful time at Nobu. We had many great dishes including sushi and miso black cod. We also really loved the miso Brussel sprouts and the yellowtail
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Ben
San Diego
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We celebrated our anniversary at Nobu San Diego, and it was unforgettable! The Yellowtail Jalapeño was the highlight—delicate, flavorful, and perfectly balanced with ponzu and a hint of jalapeño. The chic ambiance and outstanding service made our evening truly special. Highly recommend for any special occasion!
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Cyndee
San Diego
7 reviews
1.0
7 reviews
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Horrible experience. Service was terrible, we sat for over an hour without anyone coming to check on us. When we brought it to the manager’s attention he didn’t care at all! Never going back.
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Liron
London
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on 9 December 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Very bad acoustics Food wasn’t brilliant , limited menu.
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Nobu San Diego offers delivery in partnership with Postmates. Nobu San Diego also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 814-4124.

Nobu San Diego is rated 4.6 stars by 3745 OpenTable diners.