Nick C.

If you want probably the best sushi in San Diego and one of the best sushi spots I have personally experienced outside of Japan, this is it. Don't go here if you want to be able to continue to enjoy your gas station sushi.

+9

Neil Fox

Ate here for the first time and immediately understood the seller reputation. Ken is a magician. Every slice of fish was beyond incredible. I have never had such an intensively awedome sushi experience. I am grateful to Ken and his team for their dedication to perfection.

+6

Saami Khalifian

Ken Sushi Workshop is the spot that ruins other sushi for me—in the best way. Every visit reminds me why I keep coming back: pristine fish, generous cuts, and a welcoming, family-style energy that is totally unique to this place. Ken’s larger-than-life charm infuses the whole room, but it’s the precision on the plate that seals it. After trying omakase around the world, this is the benchmark. Not so “hidden” anymore, and still absolutely exceptional.

Blair T.

While this is not a fancy date night sushi spot, it is certainly one of the best sushi dinners I’ve ever had. Their portions were much larger than typical - sashimi/sushi meat were nearly twice the size of compared to anywhere else. Our waitress was very helpful in guiding us toward the plates we’d like best, and we were very happy and comfortably full when we left. The ambiance is not conducive to a quiet date night if that’s what you’re looking for as there were many families around opening. They have portable tents on their patio but ours moved precariously in the wind. Next time, I’d probably opt to sit indoors at the sushi bar to watch the action or see if there are other outdoor seating not in one of the “bubble tents”. Overall, you get great value for your dollar as the sushi is top-notch, fresh, and large portions.

Waleed Sharaf

We made lunch reservations for 6 people the night before, so our table was ready when we got there. I've been going here since the first day they opened and the quality, consistency, presentation and service are always above expectations. The sauces they use for salads, appetizers and the main meals are always very fresh and unique, which makes the meal more special. The sushi tastes fantastic. The rice is always fluffy, light and rolled sparingly with the sushi. I recommend Ken's sushi, but I suggest you make reservations if you have a part of more than 4 people. We spent $63 per person (no alcohol), but the quality is worth it.

+5

Anne Caroline

It's hands down one of my favorite places. The quality is exceptional — every dish is a masterpiece, prepared with care, precision, and soul. The atmosphere is intimate and inviting, and the chefs’ passion for their work is felt in every bite. It’s not just a meal, it’s an experience. I always leave feeling inspired and grateful. Truly a gem!

Mahsa Pourhamze

Had a fantastic time at Ken Sushi Bar! The vibe was absolutely amazing, and the chef's personality really added to the experience. Highly recommend reserving a spot ahead of time, especially on weekends - no walk-ins, so plan ahead! The sushi was good, but what really shines is the atmosphere, making it perfect for groups. Can't wait to come back!

Hal Jurgensen

This place is nothing short of absolutely legendary for sushi. Ken himself is a charismatic, funny and loving host to this chateau of incredible sushi and good times. The quality of the fish is something I've never had in my life, it is pristine and incredibly fresh. The staff that works here does such an amazing job making sure you're taken care of. I have heard of this place for years but today was my first time, absolutely blown away by the quality, the service and time I had here tonight. Ken I want to apologize because you'll be seeing me a lot more often from now on, your food isn't just food it's an experience that left me amazed. This is the best sushi I've had in San Diego by far.

Kelsey Yin

Everything here is impeccable. Quality of fish is equal to Japan and the service is so friendly and kind. Ken himself is a master and so generous!!! Every time I visit, it keeps getting better. Blue fin toro sashimi my favorite

+4

MCK

This was the 2nd time here, my friend and I came here last April and the food and service were just as good as the first time here. Reservations are a must if you want a prime eating hours. Ours was on a Tuesday at 7:00. When we arrived the inside seating was filled with our table awaiting us. Jared introduced himself as our server, very nice and attentive. We had ordered a bottle of Sake, Crispy Rice, Hamachi Jalapeno, Hamachi Kama, Spicy Tuna Roll and Eel, Salmon Belly, Sea Urchin, Smelt Egg Nigiri. All the dishes tasted great, the fish all fresh. This restaurant is pricey but excellent. Atmosphere: small typical Japanese decor with fun bubble seating outdoors. Service: excellent. Food: excellent.

+3

Shiv

Fresh and delicious 🤤. Lots of variety and the option to create your own roll. Even for vegetarians there is a custom option for you to ask the chef to make you a roll of your choice. The atmosphere was okay nothing fancy.

+11

Lulu

Today was a second visit at Ken Sushi, but unfortunately it was disappointing. We had an incredible first visit to this restaurant—the sushi was fresh, expertly prepared, and the overall experience left us amazed. We were looking forward to come back again, but it was a letdown. We ordered the chefs choice nigiri set ($55), the fish temperature was off—quite warm, which took away from the freshness we expected. The texture of the fish wasn’t great either—lacking the chewiness. The overall quality of the sushi just didn’t justify the $200 total we spent. When we mentioned to the waitress that the quality of the sushi wasn’t as good as before, she brushed it off rather than taking the initiative to check with the chef. That response, combined with the food quality, really left us feeling disappointed. For the price we paid, the overall experience didn’t match what we expected based on our previous visit.

Hana Arjan

I love Ken Sushi and I have been eating hear for more than 12 years. I usually go there for lunch and the sushi is best in town. The last few times I have made the mistake of going there for dinner with the family.the last time was my birthday mid January 2026. I called in and made a booking . Being winter , I requested to sit inside rather than in the tents set up outside . They called me 2 minutes after I made the reservation to let me know that was not possible. I said it was ok as long as I get a “bubble” tent on the inner side of the patio as I don’t want to be cold and it was my birthday and wanted to be optimal. No problem . Showed up at 5:30 and they led us to the bubble on the parking lot side . I said no and got seated on the patio only to be moved 5 minutes later … the evening was downhill from there . The service is so bad . I got my drink after I got my food and the server passed by 2 times for the entirety of the experience. Just a disaster . It takes away the joy of the food … it made me sad .