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Himitsu

$31 to $50

Sushi

1030 Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037

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2 people

May 2, 2025

May 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 31 times today

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Charming
Great for outdoor dining

A sushi bar and Japanese bistro. Inspired by the sushi bars in Tokyo. Himitsu introduces Japanese culture, design, and hospitality to San Diego.

Our 8 person sushi bar and 20 person patio is located in a discrete corner of La Jolla, a setting well suited to our name, which translate to "Secret" in Japanese.

Chef Mitsu Aihara presents a menu of traditional sushi and nigiri, along with Japanese style tapas using the high quality products and ingredients.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Mitsu Aihara

MICHELIN Plate2022

From the OpenTable editors: Plan ahead to secure a seat at chef Mitsu Aihara’s intimate sushi counter or grab a spot in the cozy outdoor setup. Either way, you’ll be rewarded with an elegant omakase selection and on-trend dishes like a rib-eye katsu sando and seared scallops with brown butter soy cream.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Sushi, Japanese
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(858) 263-4463
Website
http://Himitsusd.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
1030 Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Neighborhood
La Jolla
Parking details
None
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Himitsu Bowl$16.00
Choose Option of Salmon / Yellowtail / Tuna / Albacore with Jalapeño, Lemon Juice, Avocado, Micro Cilantro, Seaweed, Sesame Seed, Sushi Rice
Chirashi$19.00
Tuna, Yellowtail, Salmon, Albacore, Octopus, Shrimp with Shiso Leaf, Daikon Radish, Sesame Seed, Seaweed, Tostada Sauce, Sushi Rice
Tuna Heaven$24.00
Toro, Tuna, Spicy Tuna, Chopped Toro with Green Onion, Chopped Jalapeño, Daikon Radish, Shiso Leaf, Sesame Seed, Seaweed, Sushi Rice
Karaage Bowl$12.00
Chicken Karaage, Teriyaki Sauce, Cabbage, Green Onion, Steam Rice
Treasure Bowl$24.00
Toro, Tuna, Yellowtail, Salmon, Octopus, Albacore, White Fish, Uni, Salmon Eggs with Gold Flakes and Sushi Rice

Sushi Set

All Sushi Sets include a side salad and miso soup

Sushi Lover$20.00
Tuna, Yellowtail, Salmon, Albacore, Shrimp, White Fish, Sea Eel, and Choose Option of Spicy Tuna Roll / Spicy Salmon Roll / Spicy Yellowtail Roll

What 1,180 people are saying

Himitsu reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

San Diego
Best Overall
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Best Food
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Best Overall
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Best Food
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Himitsu offers a "wonderful" and "special" dining experience, featuring "fresh" and "delicious" sushi with "attentive" service. Guests rave about the "amazing" omakase, "engaging" staff, and "cozy" atmosphere. With its "authentic Japanese" style and "high-quality" fish, Himitsu stands out as a "must visit" in San Diego.

1,180 Reviews

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Kate
San Diego14 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always delicious! Himitsu bowl for lunch never disappoints.
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Sally VIP
Greater Boston12 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Incredible food. Great service. Worth every penny. Yum
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Patty
San Diego6 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was perfect: food and service. they never disappoint.
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Marissa VIP
San Diego19 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Miko is the best, love this space. The tostadas are the best along with the oysters and the miso black cod. The nigiri paradise is amazing for lunch and must try the nodoguro nigiri and uni!
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Robert
San Francisco1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had an amazing omakase dinner at himitsu. We’ve lived in NYC and LA for the last 10 years and this was the best sushi experience we’ve ever been to!
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Juan
Las Vegas1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
UNA GRAN EXPERIENCIA, MITSU NOS ATENDIO Y TUVO UN GRAN TRATO CON MIS HIJOS, MI ESPOSA Y CONMIGO. LA COMI ESPECTACULAR, SIN DUDA REGRESARE.
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Joshua VIP
New York City12 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, great vibes! Servers are super knowledgeable and point you to the perfect special selections. Always go for what's on the board, and if you are willing, go with what the chef recommends you will not be disappointed!
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Cassidy VIP
Austin3 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went here to celebrate our engagement, and every staff member went above and beyond to make us feel so special. Plus some of the best sushi in SD :)
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Sarah
San Francisco6 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Do not miss this spot! It’s wonderful and the staff is attentive.
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Hal And Sally VIP
San Diego50 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Bespoke sushi, sashimi and rolls presented by an attentive and welcoming team.
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FAQs

Himitsu offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (858) 263-4463.

Himitsu is rated 4.9 stars by 1180 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Booked 31 times today

1030 Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Neighborhood
La Jolla
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Sushi, Japanese
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
None
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://Himitsusd.com/
Phone number
(858) 263-4463

Himitsu

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Menu

Salad

Sashimi Salad$16.00

Donburis

Himitsu Bowl$16.00

Chirashi$19.00

Tuna Heaven$24.00

Karaage Bowl$12.00

Treasure Bowl$24.00

Sushi Set

Sushi Lover$20.00

What 1,180 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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