San Diego Restaurant Pick of the Week from Zenbu Sushi

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Discover the San Diego restaurant pick of the week from Zenbu Sushi in La Jolla.

Enter a mystical Asian-inspired world where food isn't just a meal, but an artistic performance. For the past seven years, Zenbu Sushi has been regarded as one of the finest La Jolla restaurants for Japanese cuisine. And once you enter the dim lit dining room and taste the fresh, elegant offering, you'll surely understand why.

Head Chef Tim Johnson and the skilled Zenbu staff welcome customers with open arms, ensuring each individual has a delectable and enjoyable experience.

Sitting at the Zenbu Sushi Bar is an experience in itself. From the sleek, mod bar, guests watch Johnson's every move as he creates award-winning dishes with freshly caught fish, mostly from local regions.

When asked about the top selling menu item at Zenbu, Johnson laughs, "I'd love to make you something that everyone gets, but I also wouldn't mind getting creative if you'll let me." Johnson explains, "One of the greatest things about being a chef is that I'm always creating new dishes for my customers. I'll make something that I like the taste of and see how my customers respond."

With this experimental, customer-driven method, Johnson develops his eclectic Japanese menu. And clearly he's done a great job, as Zenbu Sushi is packed for dinner by 6PM every night.

Because we simply couldn't choose just one; discover the restaurant picks of the week from Zenbu Sushi in La Jolla.

The Crispy Red Snapper and Local Rockfish are fried whole and served with ponzo and sweet green chili sauce. This masterpiece is prepared fresh in the kitchen and tastes phenomenal for dinner. Cooked to perfection, this Zenbu entrée melts in your mouth.

The Hot Volcanic Rock is a classic customer favorite at Zenbu. When you order "The Rock," the waiter brings a large hot rock to the table for you to prepare your own meat. Listen to it sizzle as you cook the meat to your own satisfaction. Choices include Yellow Tail and Sirloin, among many.

Two fantastic Zenbu Sushi bar items are the Jackie Chan roll and the TDF roll. Jackie Chan is a mix of spicy crab, cucumber, and topped with tuna and avocado. Or, opt for TDF, a hot concoction of shrimp tempura, spicy crab, cucumber, and avocado, topped with spicy tuna and an irresistible sweet pepper sauce. Each equally divine sushi selection offers a diverse, exotic taste perfect for dinner in San Diego.

Zenbu means everything in Japanese, and Zenbu Sushi truly offers a bit of everything to San Diego customers. With a live fish tank in the back and freshly sliced fish everyday, guests are guaranteed fresh food prepared the way it's meant to be. Be sure to discuss the multitude of Zenbu menu items with your waiter to discover what Japanese entrée or sushi roll is best for you.

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