Solana Beach, California

Fresh Sushi   ·   Open Air Dining   ·   Solana Beach

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Welcome to The Encore

Fresh sushi.
Open air.
Solana Beach.

Owner Chris West brought the best sushi chefs in San Diego to 112 S Cedros Ave — right in the heart of Solana Beach. Roll-up doors open to the California breeze, the fish is incredibly fresh, and the good times keep going all night.

🐟 San Diego's finest

The Freshest Fish

One mission from day one — the highest quality fish, the best chefs in San Diego, and the craft to do it justice in every bite.

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🌊 Steps from the shore

Open Air Dining

Roll-up doors open wide onto Cedros Ave — warm evenings, ocean air, and the energy of Solana Beach right outside your table.

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🥤 Ramune · Japanese Sodas · Sparkling

Refreshing Drinks

Imported Japanese sodas, the iconic Ramune marble bottle, and plenty of cold refreshments made to pair with every bite.

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Mic Drop Roll and Crowd Surfer Roll
Signature Roll

The Mic Drop

Bluefin tuna · avocado · shrimp tempura · micro greens · sweet soy drizzle — $21

Bluefin Tuna Hand Roll and Hamachi Nigiri
Hand Roll & Nigiri

Bluefin Tuna Hand Roll

Chunky bluefin · masago · chili sesame oil · sriracha · sesame seeds — $9

5.0
Google & Yelp
★★★★★
Every review
Aug '26
Grand opening

A new kind of sushi spot
in Solana Beach

Chris West took over the former Kai Ola space on Cedros Ave, completely transformed it, and opened with one clear mission — the freshest, highest quality fish in San Diego, served in a space that feels as good as it tastes. Roll-up doors, warm lighting, and a space that could hold its own anywhere in the county.

This is just the soft opening. The full grand opening menu drops in August 2026 — and if the preview is anything to go on, it's going to be worth the wait.

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Location
112 S Cedros Ave, Solana Beach
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Hours Today
Open · Closes 10 PM
Rating
5.0 · Google & Yelp
Now open · Grand opening August 2026

Solana Beach's newest sushi experience

Owner Chris West took over the former Kai Ola space on Cedros Ave, completely transformed it, and brought in the best sushi chefs in San Diego. Roll-up doors open wide onto Cedros — sea breeze, warm nights, and the energy of Solana Beach all around you.

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The best fish in San Diego

Chris's mission from day one — the highest quality fish, the best chefs, every single time.

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Roll-up doors open to Cedros Ave

The entire front opens up — warm evenings, ocean air, and the Cedros Design District right outside.

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Full menu coming August 2026

Soft opening now with a focused preview menu. Grand opening drops in August.

Solana Beach

A new experience in Solana Beach

Steps from the Solana Beach shore — great sushi, cold drinks, doors wide open to the California sun.

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Mic Drop and Crowd Surfer Roll

The Mic Drop Roll

Bluefin tuna · avocado · shrimp tempura · micro greens · sweet soy drizzle

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Guest reviews

What people are saying

★★★★★

Today is the soft opening. We met Chris West, the owner — it is beautiful. The focus is on having the best quality fish and he has the best sushi chefs in San Diego. Today's menu was limited but fantastic. Great staff, atmosphere with roll up doors so it is open to Cedros. Definitely coming back.

Andrew S.
First review · Soft opening · Yelp
★★★★★

Stopped in for dinner and was really impressed. The sushi was incredibly fresh, and you can tell they take pride in what they serve.

Salvador C.
Dine in · Dinner · Google
★★★★★

As the first customers, my boyfriend and I had an absolutely wonderful experience! The sushi was incredibly fresh, delicious, and beautifully prepared. The owner and staff were so kind, welcoming, and attentive.

Kari V.
Dine in · Google
Reservations

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Book ahead and we'll have everything ready. Walk-ins always welcome too.

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Hours
Mon – Thu3:00 – 9:00 PM
Fri – Sat12:00 – 10:00 PM
Sunday12:00 – 9:00 PM