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Himitsu, La Jolla, CA
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Himitsu

$31 to $50
Sushi
1030 Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 38 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

  • Award icon
    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

Menu

Himitsu's menu was last updated on 2/3/2022.

Served Tuesday - Friday: 11:30 - 2:00 PM

Salad

  • Sashimi Salad$16.00

    with Tuna, Albacore, Yellowtail, and Salmon with Mixed Greens and Seaweed with Ginger Dressing

    Donburis

    All bowls include a side salad and miso soup

    • 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

                Last updated: February 3, 2022

                What 1,178 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

                • San Diego

                  Best Food

                • San Diego

                  Sushi

                • San Diego

                  Best Overall

                • San Diego

                  Best Food

                • San Diego

                  Best Service

                • San Diego

                  Sushi

                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.

                1,178 Reviews

                1. Patty

                  San Diego6 reviews

                  5.0

                  Dined 4 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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                2. Marissa VIP

                  San Diego19 reviews

                  5.0

                  Dined 4 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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                3. Robert

                  San Francisco1 review

                  5.0

                  Dined 4 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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                4. Juan

                  Las Vegas2 reviews

                  5.0

                  Dined 5 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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                5. 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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                6. 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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                7. 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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                8. 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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                9. Eamon

                  Salt Lake City7 reviews

                  5.0

                  Dined on April 3, 2025

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  Fantastic engaging staff, great fish, great sake to go with it.

                  1 person found this helpful

                10. Maxwell VIP

                  San Francisco1 review

                  5.0

                  Dined on March 29, 2025

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  Aden was my server. Not only did he have great service, he also had great hair!

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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 1178 OpenTable diners.

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

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                Make a reservation

                2 people
                7:00 PM
                Booked 38 times today
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                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
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