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Matsu

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$50 and over
Creative Japanese
626 S Tremont St, Oceanside, CA 92054

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2 people
9:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • Neighborhood gem
Matsu follows a new light in modern Japanese cooking while paying homage to centuries-old tradition. We honor the philosophies behind the culture and its cuisine while expressing the local terroir and what grows naturally around us. The menu is our study of pristine, simple ingredients, the overall experience a balance, providing a sense of omotenashi, or Japanese hospitality.

We currently offer a 10 course tasting menu that constantly is changing with the seasons and availability, featuring a wide variety of seafood and vegetables, a few meat courses, and desserts. We also have a la carte and vegan options available as well, and walk in guests are welcome to join us either at our bar, or if tables are available for the evening. With advance notice, we are happy to adjust the menu to accommodate most dietary restrictions. A5 Wagyu can be added for an additional $55 per person.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: William Eick

From the OpenTable editors: Head to this serene spot for innovative Japanese fare from pop-up darling and Thrillist San Diego best chef award-winner William Eick. Dig into elegant, beautifully plated dishes that could include sakana with banana curry or ebi tempura in an intimate, dimly lit dining room. Toast with a glass of sake or one of the restaurant’s inventive cocktails like a kelp-infused gin sour.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Creative Japanese, American, Contemporary Asian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Thu–Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact info@eatmatsu.com for any buyout or private event inquiries.
  • Neighborhood
    Oceanside
  • Cross street
    Corner of Wisconsin St and Tremont St
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • 10 Course Tasting Menu

    $225.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Join the Matsu team for a 10-course tasting menu. Dietary restrictions and certain allergies cannot be accommodated without advance notice. Whole table participation is required. *We cannot accommodate gluten allergies at this time. **We ask that you do not make multiple reservations with the intent to be seated together, as we cannot accommodate parties larger than 6. CANCELLATION POLICY: Our intention is to provide our guests an intimate dining experience born of rigorous culinary techniques and attentive service. Therefore, no-shows and last minutes cancellations have a notable impact on our ability to serve our guests to our standards. Therefore, all purchases are final and nonrefundable.
  • Chef's Counter Tasting Menu

    $285.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Join the Matsu team for an 11-course tasting menu. Dietary restrictions and certain allergies cannot be accommodated without advance notice. The 11-course tasting menu price per-person is $285, with the addition of applicable taxes and gratuity. Whole table participation is required. *We cannot accommodate gluten allergies at this time. **We ask that you do not make multiple reservations with the intent to be seated together, as we cannot accommodate parties larger than 2.
  • Dominique Crenn Collab Dinner

    $475.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Oct 12, 2025 only
    8 Course collaboration dinner with Chef Dominique Crenn Chef Dominique Crenn is an icon in the culinary world; the only 3 Michelin Star female chef in the US. She was named best female chef in the World in 2016, has multiple James Beard awards, as well as numerous other accolades and awards. For one night only, she will be collaborating with Matsu. An experience that is not to be missed.

What 103 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • North San Diego

    Best Service

  • North San Diego

    Innovative

  • North San Diego

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Matsu delivers an exceptional dining experience with "amazing food" and "beautiful presentation." The 10-course tasting menu, especially the vegan option, receives praise for innovation and flavor. Diners appreciate the "superb service" and thoughtful wine/sake pairings. While a few dishes don't delight everyone, the restaurant remains highly recommended for its creativity and ambiance.
103 Reviews
  1. shaneon VIP

    San Diego5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Sophisticated food, New York City ambiance, wonderful staff. The chef greeted us and helped wait on us (we thought he was the host). Very immersive experience. Definitely, upgrade your wine pairing, and the 10 course meal did not disappoint. Very expensive, but we enjoyed it immensely.

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  2. Phyllis

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Matsu prepares absolutely fantastic and unique dishes. The presentation is wonderful, with added flowers and herbs. The flavors in each entree are very complex and always exciting. It is a plus that all the ingredients are local. I most appreciated many refills of hot water to keep my tea hot and flavorful. The service was wonderful, with special care for every detail. We are also grateful that the cost is of the meal is below what would be expected of such. a quality meal. We especially thank our server, Cole Train. Thank you for a delightful evening.

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  3. Deven

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    2.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    food was strictly ok. not worth 700 very disappointing

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  4. Dr . Benjamin S . VIP

    San Diego8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were absolutely blown away by the chef tasting menu as well as the 1000 star service we received! I cannot believe they do not have a Michelin Star or 3. The flavors of every dish was amazing. The details of the preparation was a great way to dine and experience at the same time. We will definitely be coming back as this spot has this our top three in Oceanside! Thank you all again for a fantastic dining experience! See you soon!

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  5. Cecelia

    Orlando / Central Florida East5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every course was fantastic! Our server couldn’t have been more gracious and made us feel so welcomed. Can’t wait to come back!

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  6. Christine VIP

    New York City6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely fantastic! Great service and amazing food. A really lovely experience on all fronts.

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  7. andrew VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Still perfect. Great staff, super friendly and attention to detail. Beautiful experience would strongly recommend.

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  8. Gordon

    New York City9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I have already recommended Matsu to others. We had a fabulous dinner, entertaining foreign guests. All of the dishes were very creative and delicious. We all had a wonderful evening.

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  9. jeff

    San Francisco Bay Area8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I took my partner to Matsu for her birthday and we had an absolutely amazing experience! We enjoyed the 10 course tasting menu paired with the wine/sake offering and it exceeded expectations. The food was simply incredible as was the presentation. The wine/sake pairings accentuated each course and so glad we went with this option. And then you add on top of that, the friendly / personable / knowledgeable / professional and superb service...the evening was perfect! Highly recommend this restaurant.

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  10. Stephanie

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a fantastic dinner. It was innovative, executed beautifully, and delicious. I can't to return!

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Matsu is rated 4.7 stars by 103 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
9:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Matsu

626 S Tremont St, Oceanside, CA 92054

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Corner of Wisconsin St and Tremont St
  • Neighborhood
    Oceanside
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Thu–Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Creative Japanese, American, Contemporary Asian
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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