Sushi Ota on Mission Bay Drive across from Rubio’s in a dumpy little strip mall is the best! It is 100% authentic. You can easily get in with a reservation. In fact, we are going on 12/19 to celebrate my birthday. You don’t have to be Japanese as noted below. Just call and make a reservation. Sushi Ota just received the Zagat award for best restaurant in San Diego. If you want it authentic, casual and fresh… Sushi Ota under the guidance of Ota-San– make a reservation: (858) 270-5670.