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Nobu San Diego, San Diego, CA

Nobu San Diego

4.6
4.6
3740 Reviews
$50 and over
Japanese

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 38 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Hot spot
  • Fancy
World renowned for its award winning "New Style" Japanese cuisine, Nobu continues to offer savvy diners across the globe a culinary adventure. Our San Diego location is yet another canvas for Chef Nobu Matsuhisa to display his legendary dishes, such as the Black Cod Miso and Yellowtail Sashimi with Jalapeno. The restaurant which is nestled in the perennially hip and centrally located Hard Rock Hotel also features unique creations by Executive Chef David Meade who has honed his skill at Nobu locations in Miami and New York. Nobu San Diego delivers equally on food, impeccable service and ambiance that is sophisticated yet lively.

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  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Contemporary Asian, Sushi
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 5:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (619) 814-4124
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    David Meade
  • Catering
    For the ultimate catering experience for any occasion, from holiday parties to family dinners, weddings to private jets, Nobu San Diego can make your event a one-of-a-kind experience. Please contact the restaurant at 619.814.4124 or by e-mail at sandiego.events@noburestaurants.com for further information.
  • Private party facilities
    Nobu San Diego is centrally located across from the convention center at the Hard Rock Hotel. Our Private Dining Room can accommodate up to 30 guests for a seated dinner. For larger groups, we can offer partial main dining room or cater to one of the banquet rooms at the Hard Rock Hotel.
  • Private party contact
    Nobu San Diego Events: (619) 814-4124
  • Neighbourhood
    Downtown / Gaslamp
  • Cross Street
    L Street
  • Parking details
    Hard Rock Hotel offers valet parking for guests with reservations. Ace Parking structure is also across the street on 6th Ave and L st.
  • Public transit
    Gaslamp
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • 2024 Holiday Omakase

    US$215.50 per person

    Dec 24, 2024 - Jan 1, 2025
    Celebrate the holidays with a Nobu San Diego Exclusive omakase menu. Offered only from December 24th– 31, this menu features dishes that were crafted by Chef Nobu, as well as the Executive Chefs of Nobu San Diego. We welcome you to enjoy these cherished creations and celebrate the holidays with us. Please note that this offering is a prix fixe menu and we may be unable to accommodate dietary restrictions or allergies. 1st Course - Tuna San Ten Mori Tasting 2nd Course - King Salmon Tataki 3rd Course - Nigiri Sushi 4th Course - Chilled Maine Lobster Salad 5th Course - Glacier 51 Chilean Seabass Jalapeno Miso 6th Course - A5 Wagyu Ishiyaki Dessert - Chef's Choice *Menu items subject to change
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What 3,740 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

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  • San Diego

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Nobu San Diego offers a vibrant dining experience with "outstanding food and service" that consistently impresses guests. The restaurant is known for its "impeccable service" and high-quality sushi, though it can be on the pricier side. The energetic ambiance makes it a great spot for special occasions, but be prepared for noise.

3,740 Reviews
  1. Kenneth

    Palm Springs

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We sat at the sushi bar and it was great how the chef explained the options

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  2. Jeremy

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My fiancé an I had a wonderful time at Nobu. We had many great dishes including sushi and miso black cod. We also really loved the miso Brussel sprouts and the yellowtail

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  3. Ben

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We celebrated our anniversary at Nobu San Diego, and it was unforgettable! The Yellowtail Jalapeño was the highlight—delicate, flavorful, and perfectly balanced with ponzu and a hint of jalapeño. The chic ambiance and outstanding service made our evening truly special. Highly recommend for any special occasion!

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  4. Cyndee

    San Diego

    7 reviews

    1.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Horrible experience. Service was terrible, we sat for over an hour without anyone coming to check on us. When we brought it to the manager’s attention he didn’t care at all! Never going back.

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  5. Liron

    London

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 9, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Very bad acoustics Food wasn’t brilliant , limited menu.

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  6. Maria

    VIP

    San Francisco

    12 reviews

    3.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    I order the salmon : it was too salty and undercooked

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  7. ARTURO

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Gut very gut o baby i like it it was so good so wonderful

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  8. Ileana

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great ambiance and perfect place to wind down after a long day. Food and drinks are amazing as always. Highly recommend to come for a special occasion or whenever you get a chance to go.

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  9. Martin

    VIP

    San Francisco

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on November 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great experience at Nobu. Our server helped us craft a menu to try all the favorites. Everything was perfectly prepared.

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  10. David

    VIP

    San Diego

    16 reviews

    3.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    We have been here on a few occasions; this time we found it to be a dissapointing experience. The seafood was, as expected, the very finest quality. We were seated shortly after they opened for the evening. The service, while friendly, was very slow. The wine list is good with what seems to be an excessive mark-up. Overall I did not feel like this was a good value for the experience.

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FAQs

Nobu San Diego offers delivery in partnership with Postmates. Nobu San Diego also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 814-4124.

Nobu San Diego is rated 4.6 stars by 3740 OpenTable diners.

Nobu San Diego does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 38 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Nobu San Diego

207 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    L Street
  • Neighbourhood
    Downtown / Gaslamp
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 5:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Contemporary Asian, Sushi
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Hard Rock Hotel offers valet parking for guests with reservations. Ace Parking structure is also across the street on 6th Ave and L st.
  • Public transit
    Gaslamp
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    David Meade
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (619) 814-4124
  • Catering
    For the ultimate catering experience for any occasion, from holiday parties to family dinners, weddings to private jets, Nobu San Diego can make your event a one-of-a-kind experience. Please contact the restaurant at 619.814.4124 or by e-mail at sandiego.events@noburestaurants.com for further information.
  • Private party facilities
    Nobu San Diego is centrally located across from the convention center at the Hard Rock Hotel. Our Private Dining Room can accommodate up to 30 guests for a seated dinner. For larger groups, we can offer partial main dining room or cater to one of the banquet rooms at the Hard Rock Hotel.
  • Private party contact
    Nobu San Diego Events: (619) 814-4124
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