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Soichi Sushi
Omakase sushiMichelin StarUniversity HeightsEdomae sushiintimate omakase
Soichi Sushi is a Michelin-starred omakase destination in University Heights where chef-owner Soichi Kadoya, a 25-plus-year veteran of Japanese cuisine, crafts a quietly extraordinary tasting experience.
- Price
- ¥¥¥
- Area
- University Heights
- Since
- 2019
- Chef
- Soichi Kadoya
Plate № 30
About
Chef Soichi Kadoya brings more than 25 years of Japanese culinary training to his namesake restaurant on Adams Avenue, which earned a Michelin Star in 2021 and has retained it every year since. Having previously worked at Michelin-starred Sushi Tadokoro, Kadoya opened Soichi Sushi to offer his own vision of traditional omakase — seasonal, focused, and rooted in Japanese technique. The intimate dining room in University Heights fills nightly with guests who reserve weeks in advance, drawn by the chef's masterful command of nigiri and his curated sake pairings. Soichi Sushi is a testament to how a single chef's dedication can elevate a neighborhood restaurant to world-class status.
Neighborhood & visiting
Soichi Sushi sits in University Heights, one of San Diego's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. Reservations are available online — for a focused sushi counter this is strongly recommended. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional sushi restaurants often close between service periods.
Why it's on Washoku Guide
- Michelin Star-awarded omakase guided by one of San Diego's most respected Japanese chefs
- 25-plus years of Japanese culinary training expressed in every carefully composed course
- Intimate University Heights setting with a deeply personal omakase experience
- Exceptional sake program to complement the seasonal fish-forward tasting menu
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Frequently asked
About Soichi Sushi
- Is Soichi Sushi an authentic omakase sushi restaurant in San Diego?
- Yes — Soichi Sushi is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for omakase sushi in San Diego: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused sushi format.
- Where is Soichi Sushi located?
- Soichi Sushi is located at 2121 Adams Ave, San Diego, CA 92116, San Diego, USA in the University Heights neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Soichi Sushi?
- Soichi Sushi accepts reservations online. For an authentic sushi experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
- What is the price range at Soichi Sushi?
- Soichi Sushi sits in the ¥¥¥ price range — typical for omakase sushi of this format in San Diego.
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