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Best Contemporary Asian Restaurants in Shelter Island / San Diego Bay

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4.7
Exceptional(3289)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary asian • Downtown
Booked 67 times today
Animae, nestled in the heart of Downtown San Diego, is a shining beacon of Californian cuisine, masterfully intertwined with Asian influences. Celebrated Chef Brian Malarkey elevates the dining experience by harnessing the essence of California cooking, using local produce and seasonal ingredients in every dish. The restaurant's coal-fired oven and grill bring a delightful depth to creations like the "melt-in-your-mouth" A5 Wagyu and the "incredibly flavorful" tomahawk tocino, leaving diners in awe. Animae's vibrant atmosphere and artful presentation make it a "must-visit" for those seeking an authentic and innovative taste of California's culinary landscape.
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4.8
Exceptional(31)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary asian • Downtown
Booked 26 times today
A Story of bringing the East to the West, written by Chef Jiwoo Choi. Choi's is a Contemporary Asian restaurant founded by Choi, who was at the time, 23 years old. Voted as the best Korean restaurant by San Diego Magazine, Choi's brings creativity and intensity by carrying their classic menu as well as a rotating Weekly Menu. Choi's Happy Hour highlights $1.50 Fresh Oysters, $5 Bao Tacos, $7 Specialty Cocktails, $5 Beers, to name a few. With their two hour complimentary parking garage validation in the heart of Downtown, even during Padres Game Days, it is the perfect place for your comforting yet exciting evenings. Please refer our website for our parking validation information.
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4.6
Exceptional(3762)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary asian • Downtown
Booked 38 times today
Nobu San Diego is a beacon of excellence in Contemporary Asian cuisine, nestled in the vibrant Downtown area. With Chef Nobu Matsuhisa at the helm, the restaurant offers a culinary adventure that has diners raving. Known for legendary dishes like the Black Cod Miso and Yellowtail Sashimi with Jalapeno, guests are treated to "world-class dining" that leaves a lasting impression. Executive Chef David Meade brings unique creations to the menu, ensuring every dish is "perfectly prepared." The ambiance is both sophisticated and lively, making it ideal for special occasions. As one satisfied diner put it, "Nobu is an experience definitely worth having."
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  • HannaVIP
    San Diego •23 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    Favorite dishes - San Diego sea urchin, Bluefin Tuna Tacos, House special roll. Wouldn’t recommend- yellowtail jalapeño, spicy crispy rice & shishito peppers. Premium Nobu sake we order two bottles because we love sake but it’s overpriced. Staff was amazing, friendly hostess and efficient server.
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    Nobu San DiegoPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Downtown
    4.6
  • Nancy
    San Diego •1 review
    5.0
    Dined today
    Great food, awesome service and ambiance. My family and I loved it. Executive chef Tara Monsod came by to wish me happy birthday. That was a very nice gesture. Highly recommend.
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    AnimaePrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary Asian• Downtown
    4.7
  • Thy
    San Diego •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    Choi’s is my new favorite Korean restaurant in San Diego! I came with friends and family to celebrate a birthday and everyone from the General Manager to the waiters and servers were so inviting and friendly. Their recommendations for food and drinks exceeded our expectations and the happy hour specials are not to be missed. We will be coming back again to satisfy our Korean food cravings. Thank you for the amazing hospitality!
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    Choi's San DiegoPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Asian• Downtown
    4.8
  • James
    London •6 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on 7 Jan 2025
    Unique and interesting food. Of our 4 dishes, two were great, 1 was alright 1 was not to our liking. Service was attentive and professional, ambiance was quite bare and utilitarian . Lots of sake choices, but quite expensive . Exhaust kitchen fan was quite loud, noticeable relief when it went off. Food was quite rich, tough to see how folks can navigate a 10 course tasting menu.
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    MatsuPrice: Very Expensive• Creative Japanese• Oceanside
    4.6
  • Thomas
    San Diego •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 16 Dec 2024
    Charming staff. Great location before the play at La Jolla playhouse. Food is always delicious and interesting
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    James' PlacePrice: Expensive• Contemporary Asian• La Jolla
    3.9
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