Zenbu Sushi Bar & Restaurant
La Jolla, CA 92037-0021
Phone: (858) 454-4540
- Price:
- $
- Hours:
- Sun-Thu 4:30pm-10pm, Fri-Sat 4:30pm-11pm
Editorial Review for Zenbu Sushi Bar & Restaurant – by Erin Chambers
In Short
Tiki-inspired decor softened by candles and uplit palm trees gives La Jolla's see-and-be-seen sushi bar an authentic but casual feel. Sushi dominates the menu with the specialty rolls that change with the season and freshest available seafood. An accessible wine list and flavored sake cocktails tempt the young couples and La Jolla locals that pack the place every night of the week.
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Insider Tips
When to GoCheck out the fresh lobster special in the early fall months when it's in season.
Know Before You GoAfter 6pm or so, it's crowded with La Jolla's casual-but-beautiful set. be prepared to sit at the bar and wait a while for a table (it's worth it).
Happy HourGreat happy hour specials during the week.
The ExtrasIt's in the same complex as, and shares a menu with, the pricier Koi Lounge.
User Reviews for Zenbu Sushi Bar & Restaurant
04/22/2008 Posted by EARLKAY
The Interior is well decorated. Staff were nice, not the best that I've had, but I guess that's because my friend and I dressed a little bit too casual for the store's taste; however, they made sure that I had a full glass of ice tea, so two thumbs up for that! We ordered rolls and nigiri. It might have been chef's fault, but the rolls weren't tightly rolled at all. I fell apart as soon as I grabbed a piece of it. Nigiri wasn't prepped correctly either; seem like the chef just grabbed a small portion of sushi rice and stuck a piece of sashimi on the top of it; It wasn't prepped correctly. Sushi tasted well, so chef needs a little more training. I know I shouldn't expect Japan quality sushi in America, but being born and raised in Japan, I was expecting a little more care in Nigiri, since IT IS the sushi that I know (I can care less about rolls, since they are not sushi that I grew up with anyway). I would go back if I'm trying to have a casual sushi night with a date.
Pros: The decore and atomosphere
Cons: chef needs a little more training
10/10/2006 Posted by foodysf
Zenbu is simply the best sushi I have had in the past decade. While living in La Jolla for a couple years I ate at Zenbu at least 3 times per week and was never anything less than thrilled. I am extremely picky and I eat sushi for about 70% of my dinners. The fish is extremely fresh, inventive, fabulous rolls and great cocktails. The atmoshere is totally unprentious, but very loungy and zen...there are a few tables outside, but not as peaceful as the vibe inside. It's a little hidden if you're not from La Jolla, but it's most def. worth the trip.
Pros: amazing sushi, great atmosphere, impressive cocktails...
Cons: wish they had more room to make a bigger outdoor dining patio
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