Nobu San Diego

Name: Nobu San Diego
Address: 207 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States, 92101
Telephone: (619) 814-4124
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.6

4.6 (3832)

$50 and over

Japanese

207 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101

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2 people

Jun 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 53 times today

About this restaurant

Hot spot
Good for special occasions
Lively

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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Additional information

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
Website
https://www.noburestaurants.com/sandiego
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
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
207 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101
Neighborhood
Downtown
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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What 3,832 people are saying

Nobu San Diego reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.4Ambience
4.1Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Nobu San Diego offers an exquisite dining experience marked by "outstanding" food and service. Guests rave about the "artistic" sushi and "phenomenal" atmosphere. While some mention a noisy ambiance, many highlight the exceptional "Omakase tasting menu" and "delicious" signature dishes. It's a "must-go" for sushi lovers seeking a memorable meal.

3,832 Reviews

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Brian VIP
San Diego4 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Been going for years and it’s consistently awesome. Service is always incredible from hostesses to servers to sushi chefs. Chef Cameron served us at the bar tonight and blew us away with the artistic detail. Thank you.
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Daniela
Key West / Florida Keys3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Awesome experience! The food and service was outstanding!
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Ben
Denver / Colorado1 review
5.0
Dined on May 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As always Nobu never disappoints. The food 10/10. Location is a bit weird as you’re in the lobby of the Hard Rock hotel so if you need to use a restroom there’s an immediate and sudden vibe change but at least there’s a location in San Diego.
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Michelle VIP
San Diego10 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was an amazing experience! The food is absolutely outstanding! The service is even better! Our server and all the staff that assisted us were wonderful in helping us to select amazing items off of the menu! We are excited to return in the near future!
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Amanda VIP
San Antonio8 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was our first time to dine at any Nobu! The experience was more than what we expected! From the moment we checked in with the hostess, we felt appreciated and welcomed. The service and food were outstanding. We can’t wait to go back to nobu! Sadly they don’t have a location where we live, but we will find our way back!
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Shelly
Upstate New York1 review
5.0
Dined on May 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great time. The food was really good, our server was wonderful- he explained everything to us, was patient and fun! The ambiance was great. Overall, really glad we went.
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Diane
San Francisco Bay Area3 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 20, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Cool-looking ambiance, but super loud music made conversation almost impossible. Uncomfortable hard seating. Food was good but very pricey.
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Julie VIP
Kansas City / Kansas135 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Been to several Nobu’s in the US. This one had a different vibe because it is located in a hotel. Service, food, and ambience was excellent.
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Mary VIP
Atlanta28 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 17, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Nice if youre in the area looking for something light and different. Have been to other Nobu locations and this one is okay, but weve had much better service in other locations. Also, went to this San Fiego l9cation many tears ago when it first opened. Unfortunately, the current staff does not measure up. Theyre not bad, their just not as good.
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Hampton
San Diego1 review
2.0
Dined on May 16, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
Lady next to us took our menu without asking and Didn’t return it she also threw her napkin onto our table which landed in my wife’s soy sauce dish, she was drunk, disorderly and flat out rude, Nobu didn’t seem to care, feeding her shot after shot and drink after drink. Our waiter provided mid service at best, service you’d expect at chillys, not a world renowned sushi restaurant. For $500 I’d expect slightly more professionalism out of the staff and other restaurant goers. We where sat next to a loud party of 10 who where howling in our ears as they attempted to talk over each other, forcing me to have to raise my voice just to order another bottle of water. Over booked restaurant with little to no care for the parties eating… $$$ is all they care about.
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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 3832 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.

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2 people

Jun 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 53 times today

207 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
L Street
Neighborhood
Downtown
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
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
https://www.noburestaurants.com/sandiego
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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Nobu San Diego

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About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

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Private dining

Private Dining Room

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What 3,832 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does Nobu San Diego offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Nobu San Diego restaurant rated?

Does Nobu San Diego offer gift cards?

Is Nobu San Diego currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

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