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Hakumaru is your ultimate destination for authentic Japanese cuisine in San Diego, CA. We offer a diverse selection of traditional dishes that bring the flavors of Japan right to your table. More than just a restaurant, Hakumaru delivers an immersive dining experience with a warm ambiance, exceptional service, and a menu filled with sushi, sashimi, nigiri, and hibachi specialties. Join us for a meal that will keep you coming back for more!
Hours
| Friday | 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–9:30 PM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–8:30 PM |
| Monday | 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 16625 Dove Canyon Rd # 108, San Diego, CA 92127
Phone: (858) 524-1004
Website: http://hakumarusushi.com/
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Reviews
Jimmy Vo
This place has become my wife and I’s go-to hidden gem sushi spot!
The Kumamoto oysters here are always served fresh and delicious. When it comes to either the entrees or sushi, it’s top notch quality and delicious! They always have specials going on and we highly recommend giving those dishes a try.
Our favorite dishes at Hakumaru are: Kumamoto Oysters, Gyudon, Negitoro Don, The 4S Specialty Roll, and all nigiri options.
The service is also great; we’ve never had a reservation and they always try to fit us in but we definitely recommend placing a reservation if you don’t want to risk it. Lastly, you got to try the Matcha Brownie; IYKYK!
… moreThe Kumamoto oysters here are always served fresh and delicious. When it comes to either the entrees or sushi, it’s top notch quality and delicious! They always have specials going on and we highly recommend giving those dishes a try.
Our favorite dishes at Hakumaru are: Kumamoto Oysters, Gyudon, Negitoro Don, The 4S Specialty Roll, and all nigiri options.
The service is also great; we’ve never had a reservation and they always try to fit us in but we definitely recommend placing a reservation if you don’t want to risk it. Lastly, you got to try the Matcha Brownie; IYKYK!
KakuBites
Hakumaru is a fantastic addition to the 4S Ranch dining scene. Its atmosphere is intimate and welcoming, and the food quality is upscale.
The food:
Do not skip dessert. The Earl Grey Crème Brûlée and Matcha Brownie ($8.95) were the stars of the show. They delivered subtle, refined tea flavors.
Sashimi Champloo: A vibrant plate showcasing the chef’s selection of fresh fish. The quality and freshness were immediately apparent.
Gyudon Rice Bowl: Topped with tender, well-seasoned short rib slices and sautéed mushrooms and onions, it was a comforting, savory dish.
Operations:
• Kitchen Pacing: We noticed a timing gap during our visit. Cold dishes (sashimi) came out much faster than the hot dishes, which had a backlog. Tip: If you are on a tight schedule or eating in a group, ask the staff about the wait time for hot food.
• Parking: Convenient parking is available on-site, making access easy.
• Service: Warm, friendly, and accommodating.
Overall:
A quality eatery to host a refined meal for a small family or business outing.
… moreThe food:
Do not skip dessert. The Earl Grey Crème Brûlée and Matcha Brownie ($8.95) were the stars of the show. They delivered subtle, refined tea flavors.
Sashimi Champloo: A vibrant plate showcasing the chef’s selection of fresh fish. The quality and freshness were immediately apparent.
Gyudon Rice Bowl: Topped with tender, well-seasoned short rib slices and sautéed mushrooms and onions, it was a comforting, savory dish.
Operations:
• Kitchen Pacing: We noticed a timing gap during our visit. Cold dishes (sashimi) came out much faster than the hot dishes, which had a backlog. Tip: If you are on a tight schedule or eating in a group, ask the staff about the wait time for hot food.
• Parking: Convenient parking is available on-site, making access easy.
• Service: Warm, friendly, and accommodating.
Overall:
A quality eatery to host a refined meal for a small family or business outing.
Brandon Nolte
Really enjoyed this Japanese spot. The fatty tuna was excellent, rich and clean, and the pickled vegetables were a great way to start the meal. The short ribs were tender with a nice sweetness. The poke salad was fine but not memorable, and the crème brûlée was also mediocre. Overall, well executed in parts and definitely a place I want to return to.
… moreJade Smith
I am extremely picky with sushi/nigiri & this was the best I have had in SD outside of Nobu. We have been to the Michelin rated spots, many highly rated spots, this place topped them for me. This was better than my last experience with Sugarfish in LA too. I can’t believe it’s right down the street, and spots open on a Saturday night. The fish was so fresh, I overheard the guys next to us say “this doesn’t even taste like fish, it tastes like butter”. Service was also 10/10, Irvin was the man.
… moreVolodymyr Korsun
Outstanding japanese restaurant with tons of great seafood options!! All the fish was fresh and tasty California sushi roll was amazing – simple as it is, fresh and quality ingredients made it stand out! Prime rib steak was cooked perfectly and served with delicious sauce that had a bit of a kick to it. Everything paired well with Asahi beer on tap and some authentic Japanese cream soda. The macha brownie with ice cream was one of the best desserts I had in a Japanese restaurant! Definitely recommend.
… moreP
Found this spot while in Rancho Bernardo one time and I find myself coming back time and time again.
I love the vibe they have here as it reminds me of a more modern izakaya restaurant you’d find in Japan.
The food is absolutely top notch and reasonably priced for the quality and the service is overall solid.
They have specials on the wall (to the left when you first walk in) that change on a regular basis and it’s always a delight dining here!
Highly recommend this spot for Japanese food
… moreI love the vibe they have here as it reminds me of a more modern izakaya restaurant you’d find in Japan.
The food is absolutely top notch and reasonably priced for the quality and the service is overall solid.
They have specials on the wall (to the left when you first walk in) that change on a regular basis and it’s always a delight dining here!
Highly recommend this spot for Japanese food
Jordan Wolfman
Considering the higher price point for this restaurant, it was just a little bit underwhelming for me and my partner. Lots of good options on the menu, and what we tried was good, but it just wasn’t quite there for what we paid. My partner’s negitoro don was especially disappointing; we recognize it’s a pricier dish, but $20 *should* get you more food than what can fit in the palm of your hand, and the nori was very stale. I wish I had a more sympathetic review for this restaurant, but with how many great options there are for Japanese food in San Diego, I can’t really recommend Hakumaru over other choices.
… moreGabrielle Cioffi-Dinkel
Hakamaru is my absolute favorite sushi restaurant outside of Japan. The fish is fresh daily, the specials are amazing, food quality is always great, staff and service are excellent.*Shout-out to Stelle!!* I highly recommend the tempura veggie and shrimp combo, as well as the udon, and any nigiri orders. Do not sleep on this restaurant. 10/10.
… morePradeep Nair
This spot has always been a go‑to sushi location over the years, even though the restaurants and management kept changing. It finally feels like Hakumaru might be the one that sticks.
Our visit didn’t start great. The place was packed, and even though we arrived early, the host didn’t take our name—he just said they were cleaning a few tables. We waited, but people who came in after us were added to the list and seated before us. Obviously, we weren’t happy. Once we brought it up to the staff, though, they fixed it right away. Erwin really stepped in to make things right, and we appreciated his effort.
To kick things off, we ordered a local draft Asahi and an orange cream soda for the kids. For appetizers, we had shishito peppers, seaweed salad, and chicken karaage. The karaage and its dipping sauce were delicious. The shishito peppers were soaked in a sukiyaki-style sauce—so good and not spicy at all. Plus, the bonito flakes on top started moving from the heat (check my videos!). The seaweed salad was a little too sweet for our taste.
For rolls, we followed the staff’s recommendations and ordered:
Salmon Dac Biet (krab, shrimp tempura, avocado, salmon, fried leeks/serrano, coconut milk, eel sauce, habanero oil) – This was melting in our mouth, best Sushi we ever had.
Rainbow Roll (krab, avocado, cucumber, assorted fish)
Maru Maru (krab, shrimp tempura, avocado) – Very simple and tasty
California Roll – Never go wrong for my little one
For dessert, we had the matcha brownie with miso caramel, powdered sugar, and vanilla ice cream. This was hands down the best thing we tried. The brownie was firm on the bottom and soft on top—perfect with the vanilla ice cream.
At the end we got Matcha chocolate as compliment, it was Yumm.
The restaurant itself is pretty small for the amount of people they get, and it’s definitely on the pricier side. But overall, once the rocky start was sorted out, we had a really good experience.
… moreOur visit didn’t start great. The place was packed, and even though we arrived early, the host didn’t take our name—he just said they were cleaning a few tables. We waited, but people who came in after us were added to the list and seated before us. Obviously, we weren’t happy. Once we brought it up to the staff, though, they fixed it right away. Erwin really stepped in to make things right, and we appreciated his effort.
To kick things off, we ordered a local draft Asahi and an orange cream soda for the kids. For appetizers, we had shishito peppers, seaweed salad, and chicken karaage. The karaage and its dipping sauce were delicious. The shishito peppers were soaked in a sukiyaki-style sauce—so good and not spicy at all. Plus, the bonito flakes on top started moving from the heat (check my videos!). The seaweed salad was a little too sweet for our taste.
For rolls, we followed the staff’s recommendations and ordered:
Salmon Dac Biet (krab, shrimp tempura, avocado, salmon, fried leeks/serrano, coconut milk, eel sauce, habanero oil) – This was melting in our mouth, best Sushi we ever had.
Rainbow Roll (krab, avocado, cucumber, assorted fish)
Maru Maru (krab, shrimp tempura, avocado) – Very simple and tasty
California Roll – Never go wrong for my little one
For dessert, we had the matcha brownie with miso caramel, powdered sugar, and vanilla ice cream. This was hands down the best thing we tried. The brownie was firm on the bottom and soft on top—perfect with the vanilla ice cream.
At the end we got Matcha chocolate as compliment, it was Yumm.
The restaurant itself is pretty small for the amount of people they get, and it’s definitely on the pricier side. But overall, once the rocky start was sorted out, we had a really good experience.
Lili G
A moody Japanese restaurant in the suburbs.
Food was great – the hamachi carpaccio was lovely. Enjoyed the spicy garlic edamame and gyoza. Chicken curry was also good, chicken was quite tender.
They have a wonderful later happy hour (7:30-9pm) from Monday to Thursday. Which is different from most restaurants where IMO it’s absurdly early (3-5).
Look forward to another visit to try other menu items and that earl grey crème brûle a lot of people seem to post about!
… moreFood was great – the hamachi carpaccio was lovely. Enjoyed the spicy garlic edamame and gyoza. Chicken curry was also good, chicken was quite tender.
They have a wonderful later happy hour (7:30-9pm) from Monday to Thursday. Which is different from most restaurants where IMO it’s absurdly early (3-5).
Look forward to another visit to try other menu items and that earl grey crème brûle a lot of people seem to post about!