Hitokuchi

HITOKUCHI, located at 4764 Convoy St Ste B, San Diego, CA 92111, and reachable at (858) 371-9584, is a culinary destination that offers an exceptional dining experience¹. This intimate restaurant serves phenomenal food made with fresh and high-quality ingredients, expertly prepared by master chefs¹. The focus of HITOKUCHI remains on umami, the rich, savory essence that defines Korean / Japanese cuisine¹. Chef Hong’s signature offering is the 7-course tasting menu ($140/person), a culinary journey that focuses on premium ingredients sourced from around the globe¹.

Their menu is quite diverse, featuring a variety of dishes². Some of the standout items include Soy Sichuan Pork Belly Rice Bowl, Tofu Somen Salad, Bluefin Tuna Poke Toast, King Crab & Uni Toast, and Creamy Lobster Basil².

HITOKUCHI has received high praise from its customers. Here are some of the actual reviews from customers:

1. "One of the best in SD/convoy. Chef John owns both hidden fish omakase and this elevated Japanese izakaya and it hits the spot. You can order a la carte here and also get alcohol. They have everything seafood from scallops to pork belly rice bowl!!! The atmosphere is super calming and professional. The servers were very attentive and seemed like they knew what I needed at all times. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone who wants a fancy date night or with friends who…"²
2. "We came in on a Friday evening and were greeted with the fun and intimate ambiance of Hitokuchi, we were able to request a "chef’s tasting menu" when we found out that they don’t have an omakase tasting just yet (it’s coming in April, so we’ll be back). We had several courses with a sake pairing and it was the best meal I’ve had in San Diego, highly deserving of its accolades in Esquire. Each dish was cooked with a lot of talent and precision. Starting from cold dishes to hot…"²

With a rating of 4.4 on Restaurantji², HITOKUCHI has established itself as a go-to spot for Japanese food lovers in San Diego. The restaurant is open from 6:00 PM to 9:30 PM from Friday to Sunday¹³. So, the next time you’re in the area and craving some fresh and flavorful Japanese food, make sure to stop by HITOKUCHI. You won’t be disappointed!