Sushi MARU

alan wong a month ago

This is a slice of Tokyo in the heart of downtown San Diego. The details of creating the nigiri sushi were amazing, carefully prepared, and explained dish by dish. This is for veterans of sushi lovers, as the price and cuisine is more for those that love high end omakase.

Jon Bosanac 3 months ago

The food is absolutely of the best quality! Their method and process for preparing and cooking is unparalleled from most anywhere I have seen in the world let alone San Diego. Truly world class! The service was amazing- I am a messy eater and dropped my napkin several times, each time they handed me a new clean napkin. The ambiance is incredible- so intimate. This is an experience!

Joji Bronner 4 months ago

I grew up in Japan and this was a very memorable omakase experience. The staff was professional, friendly, and helpful. My partner and I really appreciated extra effort from the staff to make it a memorable experience. We have to give a special shout out to Satomi for spending time chatting with us and making it such a lovely time, but we had a noteworthy positive interaction with each member of the staff and chef Maru which feels like a rare experience. They really did a good job of coursing and pacing the food considering both temperature and texture. I liked that you get a break in between eating Nigiri with different appetizers or soups. My favorites were San Diego sea urchin, ootoro, torotaku, and engawa. Oh and the Panna cotta with the aka miso was amazing as well. Overall 5/5 experience.

Jeremy Wong 7 months ago

Heard about this place from a friend and was not disappointed! They have two set dinner services so you have to make a reservation in advance. Small restaurant with an inconspicuous entrance that just says "Maru" on the door. Walking in, you are greeted and taken to your designated seat(s). Darker, upscale-looking interior. Countertop seating with about 14 seats. The waitress gave us a drink menu to look over and offered suggestions based on our preferences. We got the Hon Kid sake which was light and sweet. Chef Maru welcomed us in and began the service, briefly describing each course one by one. The wait staff would clean our "eating block" after each nigiri and clear our dishes between each course as needed. Large variety in seafood and dishes, and the ingredients were all very quality and fresh. Chef Maru and one waitress took the time to get to know the diners, which made the experience more personable. Everything was prepared and seasoned wonderfully! Finished the night with dessert, which was hojicha ice cream with a strawberry - the ice cream was creamy and the flavor was nutty and warm. Would very much recommend for a special occasion!

Gustavo Pena 8 months ago

Sushi MARU in San Diego is an absolute must-try for any sushi lover! My wife and I had an amazing experience, and the customer service was a huge part of it. From the moment we walked in, we felt like VIPs. The staff were attentive, personalized, and incredibly friendly. They took the time to explain each dish, answer our questions, and even offered recommendations for sake pairings. It was clear that Chef Maru and his team are passionate about delivering an unforgettable experience. The 20-course omakase was a culinary journey, with dishes crafted using the freshest seafood from Japan and local produce from Chino Farms. Highlights included the melt-in-your-mouth nigiri, braised sea eel, and bluefin tuna. The ambiance was serene and elegant, with a cozy counter seating area perfect for a special night out. If you're in San Diego, don't miss it!