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Banbu Sushi Bar & Grill, La Mesa, CA

Banbu Sushi Bar & Grill

4.5
4.5
388 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 13 times today
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for business meals
  • Charming
Here at Banbu Sushi Bar & Grill we are committed to providing our customers with an excellent dining experience. Each dish on our menu is prepared using only the freshest and highest quality ingredients. Banbu Sushi Bar & Grill is unique with its classic Japanese design, fused with a modern bistro look combined with earth tones and lighting to create a visual atmosphere one can't forget!

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Sushi, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (619) 589-0071
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Banbu Sushi will give your special event the attention it deserves. Birthdays, graduations, wedding rehearsals, corporate events or any occasion worth celebrating will be treated with the best service as your party enjoys our Asian fusion cuisine.
  • Neighborhood
    La Mesa
  • Cross street
    Trolley Center
  • Parking details
    Customers can freely park in the nearby apartment structure in spaces designated for restaurant guests.
  • Public transit
    Visit us using the trolley.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 388 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Great for outdoor dining

  • San Diego

    Seafood

  • San Diego

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

  • East County

    Best Food

  • East County

    Hot spot

  • East County

    Great for outdoor dining

  • East County

    Lively

  • East County

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Banbu Sushi Bar & Grill consistently impresses with "great food and service." Known for its "amazing ambiance," this local favorite shines with delicious sushi and attentive service. While some find it pricey, the quality justifies the cost for many. Ideal for special occasions, Banbu offers a memorable dining experience.

388 Reviews
  1. Dominique

    San Diego

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was spectacular! Also the seasonal menu is so well executed. The food comes out exactly as described in the menu and tastes great. I really have no complaints other than, if you’re trying to catch up with friends it’s a tad bit noisy for table conversation.

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  2. Brian

    San Diego

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, the food and service was incredible. It’s pricey but you 100% get what you are paying for.

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  3. Mel

    VIP

    San Diego

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on December 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I was pleasantly surprised by this sushi place. I had no expectations and I loved the hamachi jalapeño bites, the genmaicha tea, my friend had the mount something roll and it was good!! We liked everything- we also had a miso soup and the pork gyozas

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  4. Natalie

    VIP

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Banbu sushi bar and grill is always an amazing place to go eat. Food is amazing and service is great. No complaints.

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  5. Doston

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This place was much better than what i had this visit.

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  6. Cesar

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service . 10/10 . All aspects of this establishment are amazing.

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  7. Tyrone

    VIP

    Houston

    91 reviews

    5.0

    91 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We've been here many times. This is our place when we need a sushi fix.

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  8. Susan

    VIP

    San Diego

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Banbu Sushi never disappoints. Food is always fresh and delicious. Great atmosphere and exceptional service. My favorite San Diego restaurant.

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  9. Janet

    VIP

    San Diego

    115 reviews

    2.0

    115 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Salad was not worth the money . The ahi salad had changed, used to be awesome salad . Banbu sushi was excellent but very pricey ! Haven’t been there for years . Way over priced . Plus I didn’t get my points of 750. I called and they said they just use open table for reservations , don’t give points . It said on site it would give 750. Very disappointed. I would have never have made a reservation if that was the case . We will never go again . Way overpriced now.

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  10. Kimberly

    San Diego

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 31, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    It took an hour and a half to get our food. Our server was fantastic. It was not her fault.

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FAQs

Banbu Sushi Bar & Grill offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 589-0071.

Banbu Sushi Bar & Grill is rated 4.5 stars by 388 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 13 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Banbu Sushi Bar & Grill

8555 Fletcher Pkwy, Ste 105, La Mesa, CA 91942-3066

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Trolley Center
  • Neighborhood
    La Mesa
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Sushi, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Customers can freely park in the nearby apartment structure in spaces designated for restaurant guests.
  • Public transit
    Visit us using the trolley.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (619) 589-0071
  • Private party facilities
    Banbu Sushi will give your special event the attention it deserves. Birthdays, graduations, wedding rehearsals, corporate events or any occasion worth celebrating will be treated with the best service as your party enjoys our Asian fusion cuisine.
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