Nobu San Diego

4.6

3737 Reviews

$50 and over

Japanese

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2 people

Dec 21, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 37 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
Neighborhood
Downtown
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
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

2024 Holiday Omakase
$215.50 per person
Dec 24, 2024 - Jan 1, 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 3,737 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.4Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

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San Diego
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

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.

3,737 Reviews

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Cyndee
San Diego
7 reviews
1.0
7 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
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 December 9, 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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Maria
VIP
San Francisco
12 reviews
3.0
12 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
I order the salmon : it was too salty and undercooked
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ARTURO
VIP
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Gut very gut o baby i like it it was so good so wonderful
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Ileana
Greater Boston
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great ambiance and perfect place to wind down after a long day. Food and drinks are amazing as always. Highly recommend to come for a special occasion or whenever you get a chance to go.
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Martin
VIP
San Francisco
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on November 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great experience at Nobu. Our server helped us craft a menu to try all the favorites. Everything was perfectly prepared.
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David
VIP
San Diego
16 reviews
3.0
16 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
We have been here on a few occasions; this time we found it to be a dissapointing experience. The seafood was, as expected, the very finest quality. We were seated shortly after they opened for the evening. The service, while friendly, was very slow. The wine list is good with what seems to be an excessive mark-up. Overall I did not feel like this was a good value for the experience.
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Anne
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went to celebrate my 45th birthday and it was wonderful! The food was excellent, our waitress explained everything and provided wonderful pro tips and at the end they brought out a birthday treat!
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Lisa
VIP
Las Vegas
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Portions are small so I would recommend ordering multiple dishes for each person. Food was delicious! My favorite dish was the black cod miso.
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James
VIP
Atlantic City
58 reviews
4.0
58 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
small portions, very expensive, too loud, food good. was there for daughters bday. don’t like they put double orders on same plate. even double orders are small for 6 people. felt like we were being ripped off. bill was $1200 with only 4 drinks and we all left hungry. not worth it.
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Nobu San Diego offers delivery in partnership with Postmates. Nobu San Diego also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 814-4124.

Nobu San Diego is rated 4.6 stars by 3737 OpenTable diners.