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Wrench and Rodent Seabasstropub, Oceanside, CA
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Wrench and Rodent Seabasstropub

$30 and under
Sushi

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2 people
9:00 pm
Booked 9 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Innovative
  • Healthy
Please call for reservations of 7+ (760) 453-2738

Founded in 2013 by Davin and Jessica Waite, Wrench & Rodent is a space for culinary exploration and collaboration. This cozy, eclectic restaurant quickly became a destination for those who appreciated Chef Davin’s creative approach to celebrating local and responsibly sourced fish and produce.

In addition to a set sushi menu, Wrench offers an omakase as well as a list of specials that change daily. The team is committed to reducing waste and enhancing flavor by elevating all cuts of fish and veggies, as well as featuring a diverse range of species. Many menu items are simple, fresh and creative, with a lesser-known fish species complimented by ingredients from the backyard garden. Byproduct utilization drives the menu as well, and recent explorations with aging techniques have led to a dry aged fish program. Plant-forward preparations are also celebrated, and a vegan omakase is available upon request.

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Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Davin Waite

From the OpenTable editors: A pub isn’t an obvious backdrop for sushi, but culinary power couple Jessica and Davin Waite make a passionate case. Their punk-rock Oceanside spot is serious about a zero-waste philosophy—almost every fish part is used in their rolls, including the Green Lantern, an avocado and crab version topped with salmon and arugula chimichurri.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Sushi, Seafood, Creative Japanese
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (760) 453-2738
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Onsite sushi chef or delivery service available. The Seabasstropub offers PG Catering as an option for intimate private parties as well as large corporate events.
  • Area
    Oceanside
  • Cross Street
    Cassidy
  • Parking details
    Small parking lot available, much convenient neighborhood parking as well.
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,383 people are saying

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
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Sushi

  • North San Diego

    Innovative

  • North San Diego

    Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Wrench and Rodent Seabasstropub offers an inventive sushi experience with "amazing food" and "fresh ingredients." The omakase is praised for its "incredible quality" and "innovative combinations." While the atmosphere is fun and vibrant, there are occasional mentions of lacking air conditioning. Overall, it's a "go-to" spot for exceptional and creative sushi in Oceanside.

1,383 Reviews
  1. kimberly

    VIP

    Austin

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    The menu online did not match up online. Seemed like yiu were out of things or no longer available. Need to be updated

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  2. Marc

    Los Angeles

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Amazing food and presentation. Great value for the quality.

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  3. Reilly

    San Diego

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect. This is my favorite sushi spot. Took my parents for the first time and they loved it. Everything was wonderful! Can’t wait to come back!!

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  4. Chase

    Atlanta Metro

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Spectacular as always! Be sure to try the Wings of the Sea. Specials are always very unique and tasty.

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  5. Thomas G.

    VIP

    San Diego

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 12 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent vibe, service and sushi is great. But I didn’t enjoy the cooked fish. That part took away from the chef’s menu for me personally. But the quality and vibe is excellent

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  6. Sydney

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Rolls were incredible!! Some of the best sushi I have had in a long time

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  7. Jay

    VIP

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 5 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Great Food, very noisy location in a corner. Will eat hear again a least once a month

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  8. Marc

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food excellent. Glen, our server again, double excellent!

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  9. Dan

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love what they are doing for the price point! Flavors are daring enough, the fish quality is phenomenal, presentation is awesome. This is a new staple in the Date Night rotation!

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  10. karen

    VIP

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 25 November 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Have been coming here since 2017 and the quality and price of the omakase has continued to decline in the last 2 years. We had arugula salad as part of the omakase and ended with risotto. Such a disappointment. Won't be coming back any longer, sadly.

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FAQs

Wrench and Rodent Seabasstropub offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (760) 453-2738.

Wrench and Rodent Seabasstropub is rated 4.7 stars by 1383 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
9:00 pm
Booked 9 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Wrench and Rodent Seabasstropub

1815 South Coast Highway, Oceanside, CA 92054

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Cassidy
  • Area
    Oceanside
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Sushi, Seafood, Creative Japanese
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Small parking lot available, much convenient neighborhood parking as well.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (760) 453-2738
  • Catering
    Onsite sushi chef or delivery service available. The Seabasstropub offers PG Catering as an option for intimate private parties as well as large corporate events.
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