Kaito Sushi Menu (Update 2025)

Introducing the menu at Kaito Sushi in Encinitas, CA offers a delightful experience for sushi enthusiasts. With a focus on fresh fish and personalized service, this family-owned izakaya-sushi bar impresses diners with a mix of traditional and innovative dishes. The menu boasts a wide range of sushi options, from classic favorites like toro and mackerel to unique selections like the rainbow roll and toro nigiri. The chef's Dealer's Choice option is a must-try, allowing guests to experience new flavors and textures in every bite. The cozy ambiance, attentive service, and entertaining chefs make dining at Kaito Sushi a memorable and authentic Japanese dining experience. If you're in the mood for top-notch sushi served with a touch of charm, Kaito Sushi is the place to be.

Appetizers

Gyoza

Pork dumpling, pan-fried

Edamame

Steamed soybeans

Shrimp Shumai

Shrimp dumpling, steamed

Tatsuta-Age ()

Japanese fried chicken, our version of kara-age

Beef Tongue

Thin-sliced, pan-seared

Agedashi-Tofu

Deep fried tofu, bonito, seaweed, scallion, house dashi

Hiyayakko

Chilled tofu, bonito, seaweed, scallions

Sansai-Oroshi

Japanese wild mountain vegetables, grated daikon

Ikura-Oroshi

Salmon roe, grated daikon

Maguro-Natto

Tuna sashimi, fermented soybeans

Ika-Natto

Squid sashimi, fermented soybeans

Spicy Calamari

Gently fried squid

Ankimo

Monkfish liver torchon, served chilled

Oshinko

Japanese pickles

Maguro Yamakake

Tuna sashimi, grated mountain yam

Seaweed Salad

Kama

Fish collar, broilled

Grilled Fish

Ask chef for market fish

Sushi And Japanese Food Catering

Kaito Sushi offers sushi catering and Japanese food catering for your very special occasions. Holiday events, cocktail parties, weddings, and more. Please contact us at --or catering@kaitosushi.net

Catering

Private Dining Events

Buyout And Private Dining Events

Buyout and Private Dining Events: Kaito Sushi is the perfect place for your next group dining event or a private party, featuring sushi, sashimi, and other Japanese and izakaya style food. Please call us today for personalized consultation on planning your next event. E-mail hello@kaitosushi.net or call --.

Omakase Menu

Omakase is an intimate experience of Japanese sushi tradition crafted and hand-served by our chefs. After considering your tastes and mood, the Chef creates a course meal. The phrase is not exclusive to sushi and can incorporate grilling, simmering, or other cooking techniques as well.

Omakase

Noodles (Soba/Udon)

Plain Udon/Soba

The Classic

Tanuki Udo/Soba

Tempura flakes, green onions

Sansai Udon/Soba

Japanese wild mountain vegetables

Tempura

Shrimp and vegetable tempura

Mixed Tempura

Shrimp, vegetables

Shrimp Tempura

Vegetable Tempura

Steamed Rice

Miso Soup

Tempura/Miso/Rice

Don-Buri (Rice Bowl)

Chicken Teriyaki Bowl

Pork Katsu-Don

Chicken Katsu-Don

Oyako-Don