Sei Sushi — Restaurant in San Diego

Sei Sushi is an absolute standout! From the moment you walk in, you're welcomed by a calm, minimalist ambiance that sets the perfect tone for a relaxed dining experience. The staff are warm, attentive, and incredibly knowledgeable about the menu, offering great recommendations based on your preferences.

But the real star here is the food. The sushi is exceptionally fresh, beautifully plated, and bursting with flavor. I highly recommend trying the chef’s omakase – each piece was a delightful surprise, showcasing both classic technique and creative flair. The nigiri melted in my mouth, and the specialty rolls had the perfect balance of texture and taste without being overly dressed or gimmicky.

Their sake selection is also top-notch, and the servers are happy to help you find a pairing that elevates your meal.

Sei Sushi is a place where quality, service, and atmosphere come together perfectly. Whether you're a sushi connoisseur or just starting to explore Japanese cuisine, this spot is not to be missed. I’ll...

Stopped here at Sei Sushi for an early dinner with my son and daughter. My son really wanted to try their chicken katsu so we went in, sat down and ordered just the chicken katsu for him at a small corner table. Shortly after ordering, the waitress comes back and asked if we would be ordering anything else. I politely said “no, I think that’s it for now”. She then informed me that we cannot do that. We each have to order something. While I can understand why this policy is imposed, I find it simply unacceptable customer service. It is not posted in the website, menu nor anywhere easily displayed. I asked to cancel the order and just left and went to Banbu Sushi (excellent service there although it’s more expensive, you get better quality). For Sei Sushi, I recommend a better approach would have been an attempt to sell something like dessert, appetizer, or maybe at a discount… sales are better than refusing service and...

Memorable. The Grossmont roll is delicious. The house salad is really good. The amount of salad combined with the Grossmont roll is a great meal. The greens are fresh and crispy. It is the spicy raw carrot dressing which sends this salad to the next level. It's tangy with tantalizing heat to it. I could not get enough of it. When walking in I felt sense of relaxation. The TVs are going but turned down. The music, selected by the server, was Motown. Max seating is noted at 30 and some tables have been pushed to one side. Pricing is average, about $38 for salad, one roll, soft drinks and tip. I have been to See Sushi many times and plan to go back many times in the future. But, the disappointing part of today's visit was the pesky gnats flying around the food. I hope this is not a bigger problem and can be taken care quickly. For this purpose, I will go back soon to see if the problem is gone and I can edit this review to be...