The best japanese in Clairemont, according to people who actually live here.
Suburban but surprisingly deep for Asian food — Convoy Street is San Diego's unofficial Chinatown. Skip the strip malls' exteriors; the food inside is the real thing.
Clairemont
“The tonkotsu broth is what put San Diego ramen on the map”
$$ · Restaurants · 2.8
Clairemont
“Snug, understated destination for choice ramen & Japanese beer in a busy strip mall.”
$$ · Japanese · 2.4

Clairemont
“Casual spot doing unique takes on classic Asian dishes with a vegan sushi bar, coffee & bubble teas.”
$ · Sushi · 2.4
Clairemont
“Supermarket chain offering a range of Japanese groceries, plus cosmetics, appliances & other goods.”
$$ · Japanese · 2.4

Clairemont
$ · Japanese · 2.4

Clairemont
“Classic Japanese eatery serving sushi & other traditional dishes along with sake, wine & beer.”
$ · Sushi · 2.4
Clairemont
$ · Japanese · 2.4

Clairemont
$ · Japanese · 2.3
Clairemont
“Ramen both classic & creative, plus rice bowls, snacks, sake & beer, in casual yet stylish environs.”
$$ · Sushi · 2.3

Clairemont
$$ · Japanese · 2.3

Clairemont
$$ · Japanese · 2.3

Clairemont
“Ramen with chicken & vegan broths, plus various toppings, dished up in a low-key, narrow space.”
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Clairemont
“Bright, modern offshoot of a Japanese chain serving ramen & an assortment of small plates & snacks.”
$$ · Japanese

Clairemont
$ · Sushi

Clairemont
“Ramen restaurant with an industrial-chic design offering several toppings, plus rice bowls.”
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Clairemont
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