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✔️ Dine-in ✔️ No takeout ✔️ No delivery
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Upmarket restaurant offering refined multi-course sushi meals, including nigiri & sashmi.
Hours
| Friday | 5–10 PM |
| Saturday | 5–10 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday (Labor Day) | Closed |
| Tuesday | 5–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–10 PM |
| Thursday | 5–10 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 4212 Convoy St, San Diego, CA 92111
Phone: (858) 737-4556
Website: http://matoisandiego.com/
Order and Reservations
Reservations: exploretock.com
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Reviews
Bill L
Such a wonderful meal and experience – the food was exceptional. Only bar seating – 3 parties with 11 people total. All the sashimi and nigiri were prepared by TJ right in front of us. He never left the area the whole time! TJ’s insight and honesty about his experiences were very educational (and hilarious) and one of the highlights of the night. I’ve had omakases where the chef didnt speak more than a few words to describe the food. Be prepared though we sat for the 7:30 seating, didn’t start eating until about 8 and then finished around 10:30. Definitely get the hand roll add on if you have room! We were all full just with the base omakase but squeezed in a handroll!
… moreMelissa Chu
Chef TJ is the only one in town who will bring you the freshest fish and the most authentic experience. I’ve stopped going to other omakase places in town because of Matoi… oops. I’m a regular here, and I have high stands. That itself should leave a strong message, right? Give it a try; give yourself a relaxed window to enjoy an amazing experience. I hope to catch you here someday.
… moreMandi Rumion
My friend and I tried getting a reservation for a little while, but please believe me when I say it’s worth the wait. Chef TJ is a MASTER at his craft. I haven’t seen such respect showed for seafood since my time in Japan. Kudos to him for doing it the right way and making it a very enjoyable experience. We will be back. Thank you again Chef!
… moreScott Reynolds
Everything in the menu was perfectly curated, highlighting the fine points of each individual dish. We had an amazing experience. The chef brought the japenese fine dining experience to the San Diego region. Definitely see this place getting a Michelin star.
… moreHeather Robinson
The most amazing Omakase meal I have ever had the pleasure of experiencing. Thank you Sushi Chef TJ for your love of the craft. We can’t wait to come back again.
… moreHuy Ta
Matoi was an amazing omakase experience. We did the oyabun for $140 and were very impressed. Chef TJ was great and very professional. The fish was very fresh and tasted great. I really recommend the uni and fatty tuna/Toro.
… moreAndrew Kim
Waited to write this review after I was able to compare Matoi to Soichi. I finally was able to recently make a reservation to Soichi. It was kind of a mistake eating at Matoi before going to Soichi, because it felt underwhelming after getting to experience Matoi. Truly tells me that a Michelin star does not mean everything.
… moreJacob Schimelman
This was my second time dining at Matoi with chef TJ. This time I came with a party of four, and it was the first time for the other three guests. I can’t rave enough about this special Omakase experience. My partner is usually not comfortable with set menu dining, but the chef was incredibly caring and accommodating with her pre-specified food preferences. It made me so happy to see how much she enjoyed the experience. Even though it’s fine dining, the atmosphere and the interactions with the chef and his staff are relaxed, comfortable, and warm. If you or your friend(s) have never been to an Omakase restaurant, I can’t recommend Chef TJ enough for your first experience. The food itself is incredible with a focus on marrying and contrasting the delicate flavors of the fish with the complex flavor bombs of sauces and toppings he includes in various assembled dishes and nigiri bites. After two phenomenal dinners at Matoi, I have little interest in going to any other Omakase experience in San Diego.
… moreMehgan True
A meal of mastery. I was truly amazed with every bite. Each plate that Chef TJ served was exceptional. If you are a foodie the Matio experience is a must.
… moreThanh Tran
New omakase sushi place. Just opened in June! Chef TJ was awesome. He told us his story about learning from chefs in Japan and learning about Japanese culture in order to truly understand Japanese cuisine. It really shows! Service was great and each portion of our meal was amazing. There are 3 omakase tiers to choose from, honestly the highest tier is the best and probably the most value! Especially with only a $30 differe ce between the middle and top tier!
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