Award-winning

Cloak + Petal

4.7

1007 Reviews

$31 to $50

Sushi

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2 people

16 Mar 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 28 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Good for groups
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WELCOME TO CLOAK & PETAL!
Where we invite you to journey into a place of both intimacy and companionship
Our concept is drawn from our name. The word “cloak” implies secrecy, inspiring our concept of a social sphere humming beneath the levels of ordinary life. “Petal” alludes to the Japanese tradition of “hanami,” when family and friends gather under blooming cherry blossoms to savor food, drinks and fellowship.
Enter our space and travel underground to décor reminiscent of an abandoned Tokyo subway, a stratum of society all its own, an artist’s dream. Cross the threshold into a mystically transformed Japanese social dining lounge which appears to be an outdoor seating area, similar to a waiting platform. Sit beneath a trellis of draping vines and teardrop lights in the intimate space we’ve thoughtfully created, and feast on authentic Japanese sushi, appetizers, small plates and drinks with family and friends.

Journey down to Cloak + Petal… and come unwind your soul.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Sushi, Japanese Speciality, Japanese
Hours of Operation
Fri 16:00–01:00 Sun 16:00–23:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 16:00–23:00 Sat 16:00–01:00
Phone number
(619) 501-5505
Website
http://Cloakandpetal.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
1953 India St, San Diego, CA 92101
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Area
Little Italy
Cross Street
Grape St.
Parking details
Valet starts at 5:00 PM all along India Street.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Blistered Shishitos*USD 13.00
garlic, butter, soy sauce, white cheddar, tempura crisps
Salted EdamameUSD 6.00
Garlic Edamame*USD 6.00
Sunomono SaladUSD 9.00
seaweed, tosa zu, sesame seeds, cucumber
Karaage (Japanese Fried Chicken)USD 12.00
spicy aioli, cabbage
Pork Belly Kakuni*USD 18.00
mugi fugi porkbelly, egg, hot mustard, chives; Dinner Only
Miso Chilean Sea BassUSD 32.00
chilean sea bass, sautéed gai lan, sweet potato puree, taro root chips; Dinner Only
Gyoza (Dumplings)USD 9.00
Taberu rayu, chives, age dama, soy rayu vinegar 6pcs. Choice of: chicken or vegetable
Sweet Corn SoupUSD 8.00
tomato oil, sunflower seed, chervil
Miso SoupUSD 4.00
with agedama, silken tofu, wakame, kaiso
Fried RiceUSD 12.00
Dinner Only
RiceUSD 3.00

Specialty Rolls

Dirty YokozunaUSD 20.00
Tempura krab, salmon, cream cheese. Panko shrimp, mango aioli, spicy tuna, ikura, coconut creme anglaise, chives, rayu, micro greens; Dinner Only
Tokyo Gangster*USD 25.00
wagyu, shrimp, asparagus, avocado, yamagobo, crispy sweet garlic, spicy black garlic sauce, soy olive oil, micro greens, smoked salt; Dinner Only
Crazy UsagiUSD 18.00
seasonal vegetables, vegan miso aioli, yuzu gel, smoked salt, renkon, tomato, lemon oil, micro greens, sesame seeds
Mister Fukushima Aka el Scorcho*USD 19.00
grilled serrano, avocado, krab, panko shrimp, yellowtail, smoked serrano ponzu, habanero sauce, micro cilantro, wasabi oil, himalayan sea salt, togarashi
Brack ToeUSD 15.00
tempura sweet potato, cream cheese, crunchy flakes, ginger syrup, himalayan sea salt
Oni BlasterUSD 14.00
salmon, jalapeno, cilantro, avo, red tobiko, serrano ponzu
Cesar Chavez*USD 22.00
shrimp tempura, spicy tuna, avocado, black pepper, tuna, charred jalapeño ponzu, cilantro, habanero
Mr. Bob SanUSD 15.00
panko shrimp, krab, sriracha, avo, lemon juice, smoked salt, fresnos, sesame seeds
Go Go Ohime Sama*USD 20.00
asparagus, avocado, krab, salmon, agedama, yuzu gel, smoked salt, strawberry compote, lemon oil, micro green
Saucy BoiUSD 18.00
panko shrimp, cream cheese, avocado, spicy tuna, jalapeño, seared spicy aioli, sweet soy sauce reduction
Suntory TimeUSD 15.00
krab, avo, hamachi, garlic aioli, seared, fried onions, chives
Boom BoomUSD 15.00
tuna, salmon, hamachi, green onion, avo, black tobiko, boom boom sauce
Face It, You're BasicUSD 15.00
panko shrimp, avocado, krab, tempura crunchy flakes, spicy aioli, sweet soy sauce reduction
Harajuku Pop StarUSD 23.00
hamachi, tuna, haricot verts, avocado, topped with tuna, tobiko, micro greens, nom nom sauce; Dinner Only
Bakka Onaka (Double Sized Roll)USD 26.00
fried shrimp, avo, krab, spicy tuna, salmon, broccolini, masago, nom nom sauce, spicy mayo, fried onion, crunchy flakes
Futo MadreUSD 13.00
masago, boom boom sauce, avocado, cucumber and choose one: tuna, salmon, hamachi, poached shrimp, krab, panko shrimp

House Rolls

CaliforniaUSD 8.00
krab salad, avocado, cucumber
Spicy TunaUSD 10.00
with cucumber
Vegetable*USD 8.00
seasonal vegetables
PhiladelphiaUSD 12.00
salmon, cream cheese
TunaUSD 12.00
avocado, cucumber
HamachiUSD 12.00
chives, avocado, cucumber
SalmonUSD 12.00
avocado, cucumber
Shrimp Tempura*USD 14.00
6pcs. krab salad, avocado, cucumber, gobo, spicy aioli
Poached ShrimpUSD 14.00
avocado, cucumber
AvocadoUSD 9.00
cucumber, avocado

Handrolls

Tuna
Salmon
Negi Hama
Krab
Spicy Tuna
Spicy Sake
Spicy Hamachi
Spicy Krab
Shrimp Tempura
Panko Shrimp
Poached Shrimp
Avo & Cucumber
Vegetable
Sweet Pot
Boom Chan
Senorita
Oni Chan

Cocktails

Japanese MuleUSD 15.00
our version of the classic moscow mule iichiko saiten, ginger, lime, angostura
Born & DayzedUSD 15.00
a tropical, refreshingly sweet-tart offering - say no more C&P rum blend, velvet falernum, passionfruit, lime
Kyoto DaysUSD 16.00
Cloak & Petal's take on the classic old fashioned suntory toki, matcha iri genmaicha, grapefruit
Red SunUSD 15.00
bright, floral and slightly dry - a great quencherdon fulano blanco, lo-fi gentian amaro, lemon, pomegranate
Tea CeremonyUSD 14.00
easy drinking and refreshing matcha infused vodka, mint, cucumber, pineapple, lemon, honey
Dragonball TeaUSD 16.00
our fun subtle take on tiki, bursting with fruit flavors denizen rum, macadamia orgeat, curaçao, lemon, dragon fruit
Classic HighballUSD 15.00
simple and refined, perfect for anytime of the day suntory toki, ice spear, sparkling water, citrus zest
Chū CarréUSD 16.00
a delicate spin on an unforgettable boozy classic iichiko saiten, suntory toki, lo-fi sweet vermouth, benedictine, orange

Sparkling

Zonin | Prosecco | Veneto, ItalyUSD 13.00
St. Hilaire Brut | Blanquette de Limoux | Limoux, FranceUSD 13.00
La Faire La Fête Brut | Crémant de Limoux | Limoux, FranceUSD 72.00
Perrier-Jouët | Blason Rose' | Épernay, FranceUSD 150.00
Perrier-Jouët | Blanc de Blancs | Épernay, FranceUSD 125.00

Reds

Rabble | Red Blend | Paso Robles, CAUSD 13.00
Talbott Kali Hart 2018 Pinot Noir | Monterey, CAUSD 14.00
Bonanza by Chuck Wagner | Lot #1 Cabernet Sauvignon | Fairfield, CAUSD 14.00
Il Bruciato Guado al Tasso 2019 Super Tuscan | Bolgheri, ItalyUSD 15.00
Caymus 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa, CAUSD 135.00
- 750mlUSD 135.00
- 1LUSD 185.00

Whites

DAOU 2020 Sauvignon Blanc | Paso Robles, CAUSD 13.00
Carmenet | Chardonnay | Sonoma, CAUSD 13.00
Tenute Carrara | Pinot Grigio | Grave del Friuli, ItalyUSD 13.00
Domane Wachau 2020 Grüner Veltliner Federspiel | Wachau, AustriaUSD 13.00
Cakebread 2017 Chardonnay | Napa, CAUSD 90.00

Rose'

Day Owl | Rose | Parlier, CAUSD 13.00

Draft Beer

The Hop Concept | Ddank & Sticky | Seasonal Iipa 8.5% ABV | San Marcos, CAUSD 8.00
Resident Brewing Co. | Perky Blonde | Blonde Ale 5.2% ABV | San Diego, CAUSD 8.00
Eppig Brewing 10:45 to Denver | IPA 7% ABV | San Diego, CAUSD 8.00
Sapporo Brewing Co. | Sapporo Premium Beer | Pale Lager 4.9% ABV | Sapporo, JapanUSD 8.00
Mother Earth Brew Co. | Nitro Cali Creamin | Vanilla Cream Ale 5% ABV | San Diego, CAUSD 8.00
Pizza Port Brewing Co. | Chronic Ale | Amber Ale 4.9% ABV | San Diego, CAUSD 8.00
Societe Brewing "The Pupil" IPA | IPA 7.5% ABV | San Diego, CAUSD 8.00
Fall Brewing Co. | Magical and Delicious | Pale Ale 5.5% ABV | San Diego, CAUSD 8.00
Fort Point Beer Co. | Sfizio | Italian Style Pilsner 4.9% ABV San Francisco, CAUSD 8.00
Bivouac Ciderworks | Albright | Pear Cider 6% ABV | San Diego, CAUSD 8.00
Thorn Street Brewery | Barrio Lager | Lager 4.5% ABV | San Diego, CAUSD 8.00
Harland Brewing Co. | Hazy IPA | Hazy IPA 6.5% ABV | San Diego, CAUSD 8.00

Bottles/Cans

Asahi Breweries Limited | Super "Dry" Rice Lager 5.2% ABV | Tokyo, JapanUSD 10.00
- 20ozUSD 10.00
Hoplark | Really Really Hoppy | Non-Alcoholic Hopwater 0.0% ABV | Boulder, COUSD 7.00
- 12ozUSD 7.00

Sake

From the Forest

Earthy & Complex

Tedorigawa "Yamahai Junmai"USD 12.00
silver mountain | junmai
- 4ozUSD 12.00
- 9ozUSD 25.00
- Bottle (24oz)USD 60.00
TaiheikaiUSD 14.00
pacific ocean | tokubetsu junmai
- 4ozUSD 14.00
- 9ozUSD 30.00
- Bottle (24oz)USD 80.00
Fuku ChitoseUSD 12.00
happy owl | yamahai junmai
- 4ozUSD 12.00
- 9ozUSD 25.00
- Bottle (24oz)USD 60.00

Wind + Water

Light, Delicate, & Occasionally Dry

Dewazakura "Oka"USD 12.00
cherry bouquet | ginjo
- 4ozUSD 12.00
- 9ozUSD 25.00
- Bottle (24oz)USD 60.00
Izumo FujiUSD 13.00
ancient shrine | junmai
- 4ozUSD 13.00
- 9ozUSD 28.00
- Bottle (24oz)USD 70.00
Hoyo "Sawayaka Junmai"USD 10.00
summer breeze | junmai
- 4ozUSD 10.00
- 9ozUSD 21.00
- Bottle (24oz)USD 56.00

Of Petals + Fruit

Fruity & Aromatic

Joto JunmaiUSD 10.00
the green one
- 4ozUSD 10.00
- 9ozUSD 21.00
- Bottle (24oz)USD 56.00
Masumi "Shiro"USD 14.00
sake matinee | junmai gingo
- 4ozUSD 14.00
- 9ozUSD 30.00
- Bottle (24oz)USD 80.00

Unfiltered Nigori

Joto Junmai NigoriUSD 21.00
the blue one
- 9ozUSD 21.00
- Bottle (24oz)USD 56.00
Sho Chiku BaiUSD 13.00
nigori silky mild
- Bottle (375ml)USD 13.00

Underground

Sho Chiku BaiUSD 12.00
classic hot sake | junmai
- CaraffeUSD 12.00
Jota Graffiti CupUSD 10.00
shiro's dream | honjozo
KikusuiUSD 12.00
funaguchi | nama genshu
Kiku-MasamuneUSD 10.00
futsushu

Reserve

Yuki No BoshaUSD 175.00
winter beauty | junmai daiginjo
- Bottle (24oz)USD 175.00
Dewazakura "Ichiro"USD 115.00
abbey road | daiginjo
- Bottle (24oz)USD 115.00

What 1,007 people are saying

Cloak + Petal reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

San Diego
Sushi

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Cloak + Petal offers a vibrant dining experience, blending a "fun modern twist on sushi" with an "awesome atmosphere." Guests rave about the "amazing service" and highly recommend specialties like the "Lychee tres leches" and "Shibuya Nights roll." While service varies, the ambiance consistently impresses with its eclectic decor and lively vibe.

1,007 Reviews

OT
OpenTable Diner
Central Coast1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful experience with a group of 11 people! Service was wonderful! Such a fun vibrant place!
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OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding all around. Excellent food, very attentive service, and a great ambiance.
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Daniel
San Diego1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really amazing place to eat, vibe, and chill with friends. The food is delicious, the aesthetic is 10/10, and the service was great.
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Shakeria
Atlanta5 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I really enjoyed the vibes of this restaurant. Everything I ordered was absolutely divine down to the sake! The only thing that kind of rubbed me the wrong way was our waitress. She kept asking to take our menus when we were ordering something to add to our bill whenever she visited our table. Made the experience feel very rushed.
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Celia VIP
San Diego13 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was nice to be back after 5+ years. The sushi and cocktails were delicious! The wait staff always checked on us and kept our water glasses full. The music was so good too! I will definitely be back with my husband and boys.
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Rochelle VIP
Las Vegas18 reviews
3.0
Dined on 8 March 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
The hostess wasn’t welcoming and our server didn’t come by our table much to check on us, so service really lowered our overall experience. The food is just okay, considering that there are so many great sushi places in San Diego. The design and decorations inside are pretty cool. Happy to have tried it, but won’t be in a hurry to come back.
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Darrin
San Diego5 reviews
2.0
Dined on 5 March 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
I don’t want to provide a star rating for Cloak and Petal because I hope my first experience was just a fluke encounter. But this platform requires a rating. We arrived at 6:20 for the 6:30 reservation. The place wasn’t too crowded and were seated immediately. The menu was easy to read and my interest was piqued on several creative appetizers and sushi rolls. The atmosphere is delightful with a color cherry blossom tree in the middle of the restaurant. While waiting my partner and I tried to Shazam three songs but with limited cell phone network couldn’t access Shazam. My back was to the room so several times I turned to grab a servers attention but with no success. After about 10 minutes and finishing the glass of water I checked out the bathroom. Upon returning the hostess was refilling my glass and we reported we were ready… we had been ready which seemed like a long time. “I will let your server know.” We waited for another 4 minutes but didn’t have anymore patience. Upon exciting we paused at the hostess station but no one was there. The server may have been on a break. It’s too bad they don’t provide coverage or empower there hostess to at least take drink orders. Maybe there will be a next time.
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Matt
San Diego1 review
5.0
Dined on 4 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Came for my sons birthday, Great service, Great food. Had a great time. Will be back.
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GraceN VIP
San Francisco9 reviews
4.0
Dined on 3 March 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
My husband and I ordered the garlic edamame and chicken gyoza for appetizers. The garlic edamame had too much garlic, would have been nice if there were no tiny chunks of garlic because it was too overpowering. The chicken gyoza was amazing. We ordered 3 rolls, they were pretty good but our favorite was the crunchy roll. I would go back
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Cameron
Los Angeles1 review
3.0
Dined on 3 March 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
The service was bad. The staff had an attitude when they seated me and it took forever for someone to come take my order. Also the table was wobbly so my water kept spilling.
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FAQs

Cloak + Petal offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 501-5505.

Cloak + Petal is rated 4.7 stars by 1007 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

16 Mar 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 28 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1953 India St, San Diego, CA 92101

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Cross Street
Grape St.
Area
Little Italy
Hours of Operation
Fri 16:00–01:00 Sun 16:00–23:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 16:00–23:00 Sat 16:00–01:00
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Sushi, Japanese Speciality, Japanese
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Valet starts at 5:00 PM all along India Street.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://Cloakandpetal.com/
Phone number
(619) 501-5505

Featured in

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Cloak + Petal

Make a booking

About this restaurant

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

100 San Diego Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Otsumami

Blistered Shishitos*USD 13.00

Salted EdamameUSD 6.00

Garlic Edamame*USD 6.00

Sunomono SaladUSD 9.00

Karaage (Japanese Fried Chicken)USD 12.00

Pork Belly Kakuni*USD 18.00

Miso Chilean Sea BassUSD 32.00

Gyoza (Dumplings)USD 9.00

Sweet Corn SoupUSD 8.00

Miso SoupUSD 4.00

Fried RiceUSD 12.00

RiceUSD 3.00

Specialty Rolls

Dirty YokozunaUSD 20.00

Tokyo Gangster*USD 25.00

Crazy UsagiUSD 18.00

Mister Fukushima Aka el Scorcho*USD 19.00

Brack ToeUSD 15.00

Oni BlasterUSD 14.00

Cesar Chavez*USD 22.00

Mr. Bob SanUSD 15.00

Go Go Ohime Sama*USD 20.00

Saucy BoiUSD 18.00

Suntory TimeUSD 15.00

Boom BoomUSD 15.00

Face It, You're BasicUSD 15.00

Harajuku Pop StarUSD 23.00

Bakka Onaka (Double Sized Roll)USD 26.00

Futo MadreUSD 13.00

House Rolls

CaliforniaUSD 8.00

Spicy TunaUSD 10.00

Vegetable*USD 8.00

PhiladelphiaUSD 12.00

TunaUSD 12.00

HamachiUSD 12.00

SalmonUSD 12.00

Shrimp Tempura*USD 14.00

Poached ShrimpUSD 14.00

AvocadoUSD 9.00

Handrolls

Tuna

Salmon

Negi Hama

Krab

Spicy Tuna

Spicy Sake

Spicy Hamachi

Spicy Krab

Shrimp Tempura

Panko Shrimp

Poached Shrimp

Avo & Cucumber

Vegetable

Sweet Pot

Boom Chan

Senorita

Oni Chan

Cocktails

Japanese MuleUSD 15.00

Born & DayzedUSD 15.00

Kyoto DaysUSD 16.00

Red SunUSD 15.00

Tea CeremonyUSD 14.00

Dragonball TeaUSD 16.00

Classic HighballUSD 15.00

Chū CarréUSD 16.00

Sparkling

Zonin | Prosecco | Veneto, ItalyUSD 13.00

St. Hilaire Brut | Blanquette de Limoux | Limoux, FranceUSD 13.00

La Faire La Fête Brut | Crémant de Limoux | Limoux, FranceUSD 72.00

Perrier-Jouët | Blason Rose' | Épernay, FranceUSD 150.00

Perrier-Jouët | Blanc de Blancs | Épernay, FranceUSD 125.00