Izakaya Masa

Definitely expect a wait unless you arrive exactly at open. This restaurant is the turn & burn type. They are very fast at getting tables seated. We waited around 40 minutes for a table and it was SO worth it. The gyoza was so crispy and delicious and the sushi was very fresh. We can't wait to come back here. One of my favorite hidden gems in SD!!

My new favourite in mission hills!! Everything about this place is great!! Authentic, welcoming and delicious. It’s also fantastic value for money. I highly recommend. Note - reservations not accepted, you have to put your name on the list and wait to be called. Recommend arriving early :)

Love the overall look and vibe of this place, the two servers we had were very friendly. Starting off there wasn’t much parking and a bit of a wait as this seems to be a popular spot, but it didn’t take unbearably long and was definitely worth it. We are vegan so got the tofu steak (never seen that before) and vegetable rolls. Both were great, and wasn’t too expensive. Didn’t get any sake or beer but seemed like a great spot to have some drinks with your friends.

Cute small japanese restaurant with absolutely friendly service. We tried an tofu appetizer, Ramen, udon noodles, and sushi. Everything was delicious. We will be back. Plan some waiting time to get in. We arrived at 7pm on Fridays and had to wait for 30min.

This spot was gas!!! Meaning sooo good!!! My first time and yes I had to wait and put my name on the paper as everybody will too but the food is worth it!!! I ordered the Bacon And Garlic Sprout Saute. (Fresh Green Bean Sprouts) Spider Special Roll (Soft Shell Crab Tempura, Avocado, & Caviar). Lobster Dynamite Special Roll. (Lobster, Avocado, Caviar & Spicy Mayo W/ Green Soy Paper) Hakata Ramen (Sliced Pork 2pc, Fried Garlic, Green Onion, Dried Seaweed, And Red Ginger). Donburi (Over Rice) Salmon Teriyaki