Cafe Japengo
Dine at this unbelievable Japanese restaurant with a unique, sleek decor.
"The sushi there is always fresh - and the sashimi comes with a TON of pieces! "
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Summary
Named award winning sushi restaurant by San Diego Magazine, Café Japengo has a reputation for serving up some of the freshest and most delectable rolls. Not in the mood for sushi? No problem, not only does Café Japengo serve sushi, but the restaurant has a wide range of entrees including some wonderful dishes like Char Siu Roasted Duck and Kobe Flat-Iron Steak.
And on weekday evenings you will find the bar bustling with local business professionals enjoying one of the many specialty drinks from the bar. The happy hour menu is well worth it and the chefs are always friendly. It’s no wonder why San Diego rated this place was voted the “Best Sushi Restaurant” for eight consecutive years.
Amenities
- Full Bar
- Wine Bar
- Outdoor seating
- Fresh Food
- Premier Location
- Take-Out Available
- Easy Parking
- Happy Hour
- Healthy Options
- Parking Structure
- Reservations Recommended
- Valet Parking
Cafe Japengo
Cafe Japengo
Neighborhood:
La Jolla
Location:
8960 University Center Ln
San Diego, CA 92122
Phone:
858.450.3355
Hours of Operation:
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Restaurant Website:
www.cafejapengo.com
Additional Info:
Awarded Best Sushi Restaurant for 8 consecutive years
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Cafe Japengo Information
Restaurant Quick Facts
- Awarded the "Best Sushi Restaurant" by San Diego Magazine, this restaurant always pleases the palate.
- Fresh sashimi and well-made rolls make your mouth water.
- Sit at the lively bar and order a delicious cocktail to wind down from a hectic day at work.
- Save on their wonderful happy hour, including several half priced appetizers and rolls!
- Diners will love the sensual ambiance with this darkly lit restaurant.
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100% recommend this to a friend.
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Nora Arakawa
Oct 23, 2009
at 6:27 pm
Points:
52
Member since: October 2009
xxx.xxx.117.130
Would recommend to a friend
Date of Stay: October 2009
Went with: business associates
Went for: dinner
Type of visit: business
Re: Cafe Japengo
Excellent restaurant located next door to the Hyatt Regency. This place does some volume! Happening bar, tasty food, ok service, gorgeous people. Order the 9 Ingredient Rice (or maybe it is 10 or 11 Ingredient Rice??) as a side dish. My mouth waters just thinking of it.
The restaurant is pretty loud so I wouldn't recommend it for elderly or young children.
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michellem
Oct 11, 2009
at 7:11 pm
Points:
115
Member since: October 2009
xxx.xxx.2.151
Would recommend to a friend
Date of Stay: October 2009
Went with: a friend
Went for: nightlife
Type of visit: leisure
Re: Cafe Japengo
Thursday Nights at Cafe Japengo just doesn't get any better! Talk about the place to be.... We showed up at about 7 for a drink before dinner and the place was packed. I had never seen such beautiful people in one spot in all of my life. We ended up skipping dinner and did drinks and appetizers in the bar. Portions are on the smaller side and a bit overpriced. We shared the sampler (spring rolls, pot stickers, and calamari) and the assorted sashimi...to die for!
Dress to impress and remember, less is best!
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