Kaito Sushi

Amazing Sushi, but the staff will make you're dining experience worthwhile. If there's a seat at the bar, then I would highly suggest taking it for the full dining experience. They don't have a cocktail menu, so either you're pairing your meal with sake, beer and or wine. As for the sake we went with the bottle of junmai (cold sake) and chased it with Asahi Black. For the appetizers we went with the chicken (tatsutaage) which was cooked to perfection. Also, the mixed shrimp and vegetable tempura which was also delicious and very generous on the portion size. As for the nigiri, which stole the show for me, I would highly reccommend the ONO (wahoo) which is not found often on many menus, kanpachi (amberjack), unagi (freshwater eel), Hamachi (yellowtail) and Uni (they mainly get from Santa Barbara). I rarely come to north county, but I'll be coming more often now that I've discovered this wonderful establishment.

Really loved this place. The fish was very high quality, kind staff, calm atmosphere, and appropriately priced. We ordered the spicy calamari, dynamite roll, spicy tuna roll, sashimi roll, bluefin tuna sushi, snapper sushi, large hot sake, and a large kirin. Total came to $100 including a 20% tip. Everything was amazing but the sashimi roll was a standout! We will definitely be back.

Fantastic sushi, so fresh and perfectly prepared!

Very yum! The shop has a cozy vibe, making it a great spot to hang out with friends. Plus, the staff is super friendly! Overall, a delightful experience—definitely worth checking out!

I wish i can give 6 stars 🤩. One of the best epicurian experiences. Some of very rare fishes prepared by chef Kazu, all at fair price in an modest mall location. Best food find on this trip. Highly recommended!

Anthony

This has been our favorite sushi place since forever. We tried other places but we always come back here! The fish is fresh and delicious. The place always feels cozy and the staff is very nice. Don't miss the appetizers that are great, the Japanese fried chicken is amazing! After that you have a lot of choices, sashimi, rools, special mention to the eels one, my favorite. Dinning in or taking out- don't hesitate you won't regret it.

Jes

I come here 2-3 times every time I visit my parents. It’s by far the best fish I’ve had in the area. It’s small and inviting. Prices reflect the quality of fish. Always has been very pleasant even some of the blue fishes I don’t enjoy like mackerel. I love this place. I don’t eat rolls unless I’m with children who can’t finish their food. I’ve been all over the world and eaten sushi along the way. The bed reviews seem to be completely off target and I dont know where they are coming from. Maybe they had a bad experience but please. Always give a place another chance.

Alex Flores

The best sushi we know of in the area. Our choice every time we visit since moving, and for our special 10 year anniversary dinner. They only buy fresh and buy some fish direct from Japan. Incredible service and friendliness.

Tara Andersson

My new favorite sushi place in North County. A must visit. We called ahead in the morning and left a voice mail for reservations. Received a call back by a very friendly person and they had room for us at the sushi bar. If you go here sit at the sushi bar and make sure you call ahead they were busy. We absolutely loved the environment, staff, service, and of course the fresh sushi. We ordered omakase (sushi chef's choice) and everything, I mean everything was amazing!! Go here you will not be disappointed. Pro tip, they do run out of sushi (goes to show how busy they are) so for the most variety you may want to go earlier rather than later.

Syranda Wiley de Navarro

Really loved this place. The fish was very high quality, kind staff, calm atmosphere, and appropriately priced. We ordered the spicy calamari, dynamite roll, spicy tuna roll, sashimi roll, bluefin tuna sushi, snapper sushi, large hot sake, and a large kirin. Total came to $100 including a 20% tip. Everything was amazing but the sashimi roll was a standout! We will definitely be back.

Melissa Chu

I always have a wonderful experience here and try to make the trip out as much as I can. I usually get omakase sushi. Kaito takes good care of me and my belly. The fish here is always extremely fresh and delicious. Service is good too. They have a nice selection of sake to go with the sushi. Please enjoy nigiri sushi or sashimi if you want to try this place. Do not waste the resources and talents here on Americanized sushi rolls that you can likely purchase at a supermarket. I’m sure they make bomb California rolls, but why eat that when you can try something much more amazing?

Emily Ziegler

I’m not usually one for leaving reviews but this place didn’t disappoint. We had a hankering for sushi in the afternoon, on a Saturday, during labor day weekend. We showed up at 5:15 with no reservations and hope in our hearts for a table, and the restaurant was already pretty much booked out for the night, with a space outside for us. In spite of the heat and humidity, we had an amazing time. The food was fantastic, the quality of the sushi for the price was perfect and the beer was nice and cold. Our waiter was super accommodating to my partner’s allergies, and gave us some phenomenal recommendations. We’ll definitely be back soon for the omakase option! If you’re considering eating here make sure to try and book a table, you won’t be disappointed!

LULU LIVE Art

Pretty nice neighborhood sushi restaurant located in Encinitas. The foods here are pretty delicious. My favorite one is their Wahoo fish - nigiri and sashimi, which I don’t see it often in other places. The other items are nice too, sushi roll, beef tongue, tempura, all good. The wine here is so so, it’s pretty cheap too. Hot sake is decent. The only thing is when we got there tonight, they are packed and only have two waiters serving. So it was super slow, we waited 1 hour for appetizers to come. But their food is too good, so I still give a 5 star.

Mikey Bonifacio

Amazing Sushi, but the staff will make you're dining experience worthwhile. If there's a seat at the bar, then I would highly suggest taking it for the full dining experience. They don't have a cocktail menu, so either you're pairing your meal with sake, beer and or wine. As for the sake we went with the bottle of junmai (cold sake) and chased it with Asahi Black. For the appetizers we went with the chicken (tatsutaage) which was cooked to perfection. Also, the mixed shrimp and vegetable tempura which was also delicious and very generous on the portion size. As for the nigiri, which stole the show for me, I would highly reccommend the ONO (wahoo) which is not found often on many menus, kanpachi (amberjack), unagi (freshwater eel), Hamachi (yellowtail) and Uni (they mainly get from Santa Barbara). I rarely come to north county, but I'll be coming more often now that I've discovered this wonderful establishment.

Mark Canfield

Fantastic sushi, so fresh and perfectly prepared!

Jhanna Mariano

Very yum! The shop has a cozy vibe, making it a great spot to hang out with friends. Plus, the staff is super friendly! Overall, a delightful experience—definitely worth checking out!

David Adams

Came here on the recommendation of a friend, and I'm glad we took the advice. This place is excellent. The fish is high quality, fresh, and of a wide variety not found at most sushi bars. The menu isn't full of crazy novelty rolls. The focus is on the fish. They way it should be, imo. The staff were all friendly, and we had an excellent conversation with the owner. We will definitely be back.

Damian Einbinder Realtor

The best sushi in town goes without saying. Anyone who has been to Kaito Sushi knows this but the friendly service you didn’t think that. My psychological state would go through such a drastic improvement after visiting, and may have been the delicious sushi, which is the best in town and the eighth. Sapporo’s That I drank, but either way, I left with the most upbeat feelings And biggest smile After eating the delicious sushi, and interacting with the Incredibles staff. Highly recommend!

Sean Grohman

Outstanding in every aspect! The service was great. The miso soup, dumplings, and rolls were all fresh and flavorful.

This is unquestionably the best sushi restaurant in San Diego County. We love the fresh fish, top-notch sushi, and the incredibly kind people who own this establishment. If you’re looking for great food, cozy vibes, and a good time, then this is your spot! San Diego native approved.

Literally the best, freshest sushi, the most amazing service. Authentic, Japanese fish and style, hot sake is amazing. Super knowledgeable, welcoming staff. 12/10 would recommend!

D GD-C

Encinitas favorite for great sashimi and sake. Great service, good price and great food.

Merilyn Stuck

This is unquestionably the best sushi restaurant in San Diego County. We love the fresh fish, top-notch sushi, and the incredibly kind people who own this establishment. If you’re looking for great food, cozy vibes, and a good time, then this is your spot! San Diego native approved.

K McFalls

Some of the best sushi I've ever had! Everything is fresh, the staff is great & the vibes are awesome!

Jessica Ann

Literally the best, freshest sushi, the most amazing service. Authentic, Japanese fish and style, hot sake is amazing. Super knowledgeable, welcoming staff. 12/10 would recommend!

Loved the fresh scallops! And uni. Good service. No yellowtail or albacore which is a little disappointing but the rest of the fish is fresh. Different kind of dynamite roll and wasn’t my favorite.

A T

Loved the fresh scallops! And uni. Good service. No yellowtail or albacore which is a little disappointing but the rest of the fish is fresh. Different kind of dynamite roll and wasn’t my favorite.

Bentonville box was bad, salad was covered in dressing so much it was like a soup salad. Only one guy was serving, taking orders and cashing people out. Salmon was so small and over smothered in teriyaki sauce. Edemames were not cooked enough and again the garlic dressing was overwhelming, you could only eat half since the rest were submerged in juice. First and last time coming here.

lalo valdivia

Bentonville box was bad, salad was covered in dressing so much it was like a soup salad. Only one guy was serving, taking orders and cashing people out. Salmon was so small and over smothered in teriyaki sauce. Edemames were not cooked enough and again the garlic dressing was overwhelming, you could only eat half since the rest were submerged in juice. First and last time coming here.

Disappointing. The service was ok as they forgot part of our order. The wasabi didn’t taste fresh, the teriyaki chicken was flavorless and the tuna sashimi was not great. The dynamite role was super fried and was chewy.