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Wrench and Rodent Seabasstropub, Oceanside, CA
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Wrench and Rodent Seabasstropub

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$30 and under
Sushi
1815 South Coast Highway, Oceanside, CA 92054

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 26 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Innovative
  • Charming
Please call for reservations of 7+ (760) 453-2738

Founded in 2013 by Davin and Jessica Waite, Wrench & Rodent is a space for culinary exploration and collaboration. This cozy, eclectic restaurant quickly became a destination for those who appreciated Chef Davin’s creative approach to celebrating local and responsibly sourced fish and produce.

In addition to a set sushi menu, Wrench offers an omakase as well as a list of specials that change daily. The team is committed to reducing waste and enhancing flavor by elevating all cuts of fish and veggies, as well as featuring a diverse range of species. Many menu items are simple, fresh and creative, with a lesser-known fish species complimented by ingredients from the backyard garden. Byproduct utilization drives the menu as well, and recent explorations with aging techniques have led to a dry aged fish program. Plant-forward preparations are also celebrated, and a vegan omakase is available upon request.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Davin Waite

From the OpenTable editors: Power culinary couple Jessica and Davin Waite are revolutionizing the Oceanside food scene with their cheeky, punk-rock restaurant. Aiming for zero waste, almost every fish part is used. The menu, which includes a showstopping omakase, reflects chef Davin's Japanese and French culinary training. Expect ever-changing dishes that might include squid sashimi with jalapeño, lingcod nigiri with uni butter, and mackerel apple tabbouleh with sea grapes. Pair it with one of the top-notch sakes or cocktails on the menu.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Sushi, Seafood, Creative Japanese
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Onsite sushi chef or delivery service available. The Seabasstropub offers PG Catering as an option for intimate private parties as well as large corporate events.
  • Neighborhood
    Oceanside
  • Cross street
    Cassidy
  • Parking details
    Small parking lot available, much convenient neighborhood parking as well.
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Omakase! Wednesday through Sunday

    $108.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    This nightly omakase features the freshest local fish and produce, blending a strong commitment to culinary tradition with the playful irreverence that sets our team apart. Courses include thoughtful sashimi presentations, a broad array of nigiri, as well as a unique salad and a hot course. Our team is committed to reducing waste and enhancing flavor by elevating all cuts of fish and veggies, as well as featuring a diverse range of species. Many menu items are simple, fresh and creative, with a lesser-known fish species complimented by ingredients from the backyard garden; a recent example is local rockfish in nasturtium and mint water. Byproduct utilization drives the menu as well, with preparations like ‘seared black cod with black cod liver poached in wagu beef fat’ making an appearance. Recent explorations with aging techniques have led to a dry aged fish program that yields dishes such as aged toro with shio koji orange juice, dry aged salmon with chamomile, and aged kampachi with confit tomatoes and wagyu lardo. Plant-forward preparations are also celebrated, and a vegan omakase is available upon request.
    Omakase! Wednesday through Sunday Photo

What 1,463 people are saying

Wrench and Rodent Seabasstropub 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
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Innovative

  • San Diego

    Sushi

  • North San Diego

    Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Wrench and Rodent Seabasstropub offers a unique and creative sushi experience with "incredibly fresh", "exceptionally delicious" dishes. The atmosphere is "cozy" and "inviting", complemented by "fantastic service." Chef Davin Waite's innovative use of "unexpected flavors" and "exotic ingredients" elevates the dining experience, making it a must-visit for sushi enthusiasts.
1,463 Reviews
  1. Doug VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area18 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Very creative and fun sushi spot. The food was tasty. Want more Sake selection, but overall, it's a very fun place.

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  2. Mario VIP

    San Diego4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    A place you keep coming back to knowing that you will always be served fresh food with a mouth watering flavors.

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  3. kevin VIP

    San Diego121 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wrench and Rodent continues to shine. Whenever you have a long time staff, constant innovation and quality, you succeed. W and R has these qualities nailed down. Just order the omakase and let the chefs work their magic. Wonderful as always! Shout out to Morgan our server.

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  4. Hillary

    San Francisco Bay Area3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such good sushi! Great service ! We had Dylan for our server he was awesome would definitely recommend eating here 💜

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  5. Tammy VIP

    San Diego5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Waite and Sea experience was totally amazing! Davin Waite never disappoints and his entire team was at their very best — as they always are. The plates were simply (and grandly) delicious. Unexpected flavors, home grown goodness, exotic ingredients, and techniques to make each dish sing. We’ve missed sitting at the sushi bar since COVID but this was an experience like no other. And a great group at the sushi bar to chat with to top off the experience.

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  6. Samantha VIP

    Nashville34 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Such a great first experience! Morgan was awesome as our server and food was spectacular!

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  7. Dorian

    Orange County1 review

    3.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    I really wanted to enjoy my experience at Wench and Rodent. The concept is cool, the space has potential, and I came in with an open mind, ready to support something unique. Unfortunately, there were a few major issues that made it hard to enjoy the visit. The most immediate concern was finding a long hair in my drink—not a loose strand, but a noticeable one that completely changed the mood. Beyond that, I couldn’t ignore some serious lapses in basic food handling. Multiple servers were not wearing gloves, and I watched as they touched their phones, scratched their faces, ran hands through hair, and then immediately handled food and drinks without washing or sanitizing. I don’t expect perfection, but I do expect a baseline level of cleanliness and awareness, especially in a restaurant setting. I say this not to tear anyone down, but because I genuinely hope these things are addressed.

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  8. david VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best! The team at wrench continues to raise the bar

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  9. Robert VIP

    San Diego254 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    An outstanding dining experienced by my Wife and I at Wrench and Rodent Seabasstropub. Shame on us for not dining sooner than our first visit almost a year ago. The freshest, creative, and most flavor filled seafood we have ever enjoyed. Beginning with the Seaweed Salad, the Cucumber Salad, then the Nigiri Sushi, Fried Rice, Sashimi, and the 'dessert' of Uni. We will return to this great restaurant in a short period of no longer than two weeks, and then every two weeks after.

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  10. Carmen VIP

    Seattle / Eastern Washington16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always amazing. Waite and Sea is a specialty experience. Must experience l

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FAQs

Wrench and Rodent Seabasstropub offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (760) 453-2738.

Wrench and Rodent Seabasstropub is rated 4.7 stars by 1463 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 26 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Wrench and Rodent Seabasstropub

1815 South Coast Highway, Oceanside, CA 92054

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Cassidy
  • Neighborhood
    Oceanside
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Sushi, Seafood, Creative Japanese
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Small parking lot available, much convenient neighborhood parking as well.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Onsite sushi chef or delivery service available. The Seabasstropub offers PG Catering as an option for intimate private parties as well as large corporate events.
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