Japanese

Filipino BBQ Skewers, Lumpia, and Pancit Noodles

Kari Kari Chili Crisps, Fuji Ramen San Diego, and Homemade Filipino BBQ Plate

08/15/2020 - 9:12am
Kari Kari Chili Crisps Preview

My friend Nguyen is starting up a new business producing chili oil sauce and gave me a few prototype samples to try. This sauce is similar to the kind that you find...

Fuss Family BBQ Supply Cookin Pellets

Supporting Local - March Roundup

03/28/2020 - 2:29pm

Hey friends, it's Dennis (the quiet one behind the camera). I don't write often but wanted to share a few local business that I support. Let me know in the comments what other places I should...

Tuna Nigiri at Wrench and Rodent in Oceanside

Wrench & Rodent Seabasstropub - Oceanside, CA

02/13/2020 - 5:26pm

Wrench & Rodent has been on my TO-DO list for a long time! The restaurant is not only popular among sushi lovers but is also a proud member of Farm to Fork San Diego. That means they supports...

Japanese yellowtail course during omakase at Too Sushi Project

Omakase at TOO Sushi Project - Carlsbad, CA

11/19/2019 - 7:11pm

Omakase has been on my to-do list for a while and I finally had the opportunity earlier this month! Too Sushi Project strives for the best quality seafood and other ingredients, which includes...

All You Can Eat (AYCE) Sushi at Little Sakana

Little Sakana Japanese Sushi Bar & Grill (All You Can Eat) - San Diego, CA

01/02/2019 - 8:32pm

The Mira Mesa food scene has been blossoming right before our eyes with new restaurants like Little Sakana, an "All You Can Eat" sushi spot in the Mira Mesa Mall. It's across...

skirt steak at Wokou Ramen and Yakitori at The Village in Pacific Highlands Ranch

Wokou Ramen & Yakitori - San Diego, CA

09/17/2018 - 8:46pm

It's already been a year since Wokou Ramen & Yakitori opened its doors in The Village at Pacific Highlands Ranch. Having a ramen spot in the northern area of San Diego meant residents didn't...

Tajima Ramen Bowl at Tajima (East Village) in San Diego

Tajima Ramen Bar (East Village) - San Diego, CA

01/10/2018 - 1:12pm

Tajima has been expanding its business over the last few years and now has five locations in San Diego plus two more in Long Beach and Tijuana. The newest SD locations have all been ramen bars so...

chirashi bowl at Azuki Sushi in San Diego

Azuki Sushi

01/05/2017 - 4:19pm

These days, we no longer count candles but instead just enjoy the company of friends, such as this surprise birthday meal at Azuki Sushi in Banker's Hill. Since the restaurant...

Linguine Pescatore, Santa Lucia Style at Shin's La Jolla

Shin's La Jolla

11/14/2016 - 10:44pm

Ever tried Italian Japanese food? Don't let that unfamiliar combination keep you away. We were invited to try out this new spot called Shin's La Jolla in downtown La Jolla.

The restaurant...

Wild Local Halibut Ceviche and Seikyo Omachi Junmai Ginjo Namazake at Saiko Sushi in North Park

Saiko Sake & Sushi Bar - Sake Flights & Bites Series

09/12/2016 - 1:26pm

I've heard positive things about Saiko Sake & Sushi Bar for a while and finally bit for a Sake Flights & Bites event. This was the first of an on-going series and...

Midori Roll at Nozomi Sushi

Nozomi Sushi and Teriyaki (Convoy)

04/29/2016 - 7:08pm

Even though I work close to Convoy, I still haven't tried that many places in the area. One place that does pop into mind is Nozomi because we're fans of the katsu curry and the chirashi bowl. We...

hostess stand at RA Sushi San Diego

RA Sushi Bar Restaurant (San Diego)

11/19/2015 - 10:51am

The only time we've stepped into RA Sushi has been during Taste of Downtown events.

The hostess would direct us to the left, where the bar and samples were.

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