Tsuruhashi Japanese BBQ - San Diego

4.8 (38)

$31 to $50

Japanese

3904 Convoy St, San Diego, CA 92111

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions

Immerse yourself in the authentic flavors of Japanese BBQ at Tsuruhashi, a hidden gem in San Diego. Experience a unique dining adventure as you savor the finest cuts of meat grilled to perfection at your table.

At Tsuruhashi, you become the chef, grilling premium meats right at your table. Choose from melt-in-your-mouth Wagyu beef, succulent pork belly, and flavorful chicken, with attentive staff guiding you to ensure each bite is cooked just right.

Enhance your BBQ feast with traditional Japanese appetizers, soups, and side dishes. Enjoy vibrant kimchi, comforting beef tail soup, and refreshing assorted vegetables.

Tsuruhashi offers a cozy atmosphere, perfect for gatherings with friends and family. The intimate booths and warm lighting create a sense of privacy and relaxation, allowing you to fully enjoy the experience. More than just a meal, Tsuruhashi is a culinary journey into the heart of Japan.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Japanese, Asian, Barbecue
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(858) 279-8929
Website
http://tsuruhashi.wixsite.com/tsuruhashi
Payment options
Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
3904 Convoy St, San Diego, CA 92111
Neighborhood
Kearny Mesa
Cross street
Convoy st
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Tsuruhashi Japanese BBQ - San Diego.

4.8

(38)

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Quiet

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Tsuruhashi Japanese BBQ in San Diego delights with "delicious and quality" meat reminiscent of authentic Japanese yakiniku. Guests praise the "great food and service," highlighting dishes like marinated steak. While portions may be small for some, the attentive staff enhance the dining experience, making it "not an everyday dining option" but a memorable treat.

38 Reviews

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Aryn
Hawaii6 reviews
3.0
Dined on July 28, 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Very expensive for the portion size. It’s like $160/lb of beef
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Miranda
San Diego11 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 26, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love coming here. It’s definitely not an everyday dining option but the food is delicious and quality is great. The servers were attentive and very friendly– they gave us fantastic à la carte recommendations after we finished our set (get the marinated steak and the coconut dessert!) We had such a great time thanks to them.
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nobue Gold
San Diego53 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 26, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I’ve been coming here ever since I moved to San Diego. The meat tastes just like Japanese yakiniku. As long as I live in San Diego, I’ll keep coming here
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Belyn
San Francisco5 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 11, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and service! We especially enjoyed the Prime Gold. All the meats are high quality.
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Silvia
San Diego2 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 24, 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
Food was delicious but not enough. For that price family style meal it should be more.
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David Gold
Central Coast12 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 21, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and service. Great experience and we will come back
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Eva Gold
San Diego5 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 26, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service is great. Though it is a bbq restaurant, it is spotless and really, really clean.
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KAREN
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on May 11, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Mother’s dinner was great! We had Kobe gold as always was good, bit sweeter than before and miso pork belly was too salty for us. However, service was good! 👍 I had a cake and server asked if I wanted her to take it and keep it in fridge, which was super thoughtful of her. Later when we’re done eating, they brought plates, forks and knife for the cake and also gave us 2 mango pudding for Mother’s Day! Thank you, it was very delicious!
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Brad
Washington DC1 review
3.0
Dined on May 11, 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Great if you like meat only. We had two non meat eaters with us and there was only shrimp...no fish and limited chicked options. Also could use a decent red wine on their wine list. but bbq experience was fun for the kids
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Derrick
Washington DC1 review
4.0
Dined on May 11, 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Great food! Not all you can eat but premium meats and excellent service.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Japanese, Asian, Barbecue
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(858) 279-8929
Website
http://tsuruhashi.wixsite.com/tsuruhashi
Payment options
Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
3904 Convoy St, San Diego, CA 92111
Neighborhood
Kearny Mesa
Cross street
Convoy st
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

For value-conscious visits, Monday through Thursday is a great choice, guests specifically praise the "family combo" that runs M–Th as good value.

Yes, Tsuruhashi's cozy atmosphere, intimate booths, and prime cuts make it a popular pick for date nights, with several guests recommending it for couples and anniversaries.

Tsuruhashi feels cozy and intimate, a small dining room with individual booths, warm lighting and wood paneling, creating a personal, slightly smoky yakiniku atmosphere guests enjoy.

Casual dress, comfortable, everyday clothes are perfectly appropriate for a visit to Tsuruhashi.

For a quieter visit, go earlier in the evening, guests say going before the Friday night rush (or around 6:15) tends to be calm, while later dinner service gets packed and lively.

Yes, families and kids are welcome; guests report celebrating birthdays here and say grandchildren and children enjoyed the cook-your-own grilling experience.

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