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Wonderful Sushi Hillcrest

Last updated on 8/10/2026
Source menu checked on 8/10/2026
Sushi Bar
1288 UNIVERSITY AVE, SAN DIEGO, CA 92103, United States

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Appetizer 3Rd Party

Garlic Edamame
Edamame sautéed with garlic and sprinkled with sesame seeds.
SoybeansSesame
$8.00
Stuffed Jalapeños
Crispy breaded jalapeños filled with creamy cheese, topped with a drizzle of spicy sauce and garnished with fresh greens and sesame seeds.
MilkWheatSesame
$12.50
Rock Shrimps Tempura
Tempura-battered rock shrimp, deep-fried and typically paired with a spicy mayo or aioli sauce.
ShellfishWheat
$11.50
Baked Green Mussels
Mussels topped with a savory sauce, garnished with green onions and fish roe, served alongside lemon wedges.
Fish
$11.50
Garlic Spicy Edamame
Edamame sautéed with a spicy garlic sauce, offering a bold kick and savory flavor.
Soybeans
$8.00
Rhode Island Calamari
Deep-fried Rhode Island town dock's calamari tossed in butter, garlic, peppers, cherry tomatoes, frizzled green onion with yuzu aioli and house spicy aioli with shichimi (Japanese seven spices).
Milk
$15.00
Shrimp Shumai
Steamed shrimp dumplings, delicate and delicious.
Shellfish
$9.00
Monkey Balls
Crispy tempura rolls filled with mushrooms and spicy tuna, topped with green onions and bonito flakes.
FishWheat
$13.00
Shishito Pepper Tempura (7 Pcs)
Deep fried shishito pepper with soy sauce and togarashi.
SoybeansWheat
$10.50
Salmon Kama
Grilled salmon collar served with lemon wedges, broccoli, and shredded cabbage.
Fish
$11.50
Spicy Chicken Wings
Crispy chicken wings coated in a spicy glaze, topped with sliced green peppers and garnished with fresh herbs.
$13.00
Gyoza
Pan-fried dumplings filled with seasoned meat and vegetables, served with a wedge of lemon and garnished with sliced green onions.
Wheat
$8.00
Edamame Regular
Steamed young soybeans lightly salted, served in their pods.
Soybeans
$8.00

Baked & Tempura Roll 3Rd Party

Scallop Dynamite Roll
Scallops atop rice rolls, drizzled with a savory sauce and garnished with roe.
Fish
$15.00
Snow Ball Roll
Crispy sushi roll with tempura batter, drizzled with creamy sauce, topped with finely chopped greens and a hint of seaweed.
WheatMilk
$10.50
NYNY Roll
In shrimp tempura, cream cheese, cucumber, gobo out ebi shrimp, avocado, spicy mayo.
ShellfishWheatMilk
$15.00
Tempura Philadelphia
Deep-fried roll with salmon, avocado, and cream cheese, typically drizzled with eel sauce.
FishMilkWheat
$14.00
Tempura Spicy Roll
Crispy tempura roll with spicy filling, topped with fresh cilantro and drizzled with a savory sauce.
Wheat
$16.00

Carpaccio 3Rd Party

Spain Bluefin Tuna Carpaccio
Thinly sliced bluefin tuna topped with fresh microgreens, halved cherry tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onions.
Fish
$23.50
Bakkafrost Salmon Carpaccio
Thinly sliced salmon topped with fresh herbs, onions, and a light dressing.
Fish
$19.00
Hamachi Carpaccio
Thinly sliced yellowtail topped with fresh greens, cherry tomatoes, and delicate onion slivers.
Pescetarian
Fish
$19.00
Fresh Kampachi Carpaccio
Thinly sliced kanpachi topped with red onions, microgreens, cherry tomatoes, and a light citrus dressing.
Pescetarian
Fish
$23.50

Classic Roll 3Rd Party

Spicy Tuna Roll
Spicy tuna wrapped in rice and seaweed, forming a classic sushi roll.
PescetarianSpicy
Fish
$9.00
Philadelphia Roll
Creamy avocado, cucumber, fresh salmon, and smooth cream cheese wrapped in sushi rice and seaweed.
Pescetarian
MilkFish
$10.50
California Roll
Crab stick, cucumber, and avocado wrapped in sushi rice and seaweed, garnished with a touch of wasabi and pickled ginger.
Pescetarian
Fish
$8.50
Spicy Salmon Roll
Spicy salmon roll with fresh salmon, cucumber, and avocado wrapped in seasoned rice and seaweed.
PescetarianSpicy
Fish
$9.00
Bluefin Tuna Roll (6 Pcs)
Bluefin tuna wrapped in sushi rice and seaweed, served as six maki rolls.
Pescetarian
Fish
$13.00
Salmon Roll (6 Pcs)
Six pieces of sushi roll with fresh salmon, wrapped in seaweed and rice. Garnished with parsley and a carrot slice.
Pescetarian
Fish
$8.50
Yellowtail Roll (6 Pcs)
Yellowtail roll wrapped in sushi rice and nori, typically featuring fresh yellowtail, cucumber, and green onions. Consuming raw seafood may increase the risk of foodborne illness.
Pescetarian
Fish
$8.50
Avocado Roll (6 Pcs)
Sushi roll with creamy avocado wrapped in seasoned rice and seaweed, cut into six pieces.
VeganVegetarian
$8.50
Eel Avocado Roll (6 Pcs)
Eel wrapped with rice and seaweed, paired with creamy avocado. Six pieces per serving.
Pescetarian
Fish
$9.50
Spicy Scallop Roll (6 Pcs)
Rice-wrapped rolls filled with scallops, spicy sauce, and cucumber, offering a blend of seafood and subtle heat. Six pieces per serving.
PescetarianSpicy
Shellfish
$9.50
Vegetable Roll (6 Pcs)
Crisp seaweed wrapped around seasoned rice, fresh lettuce, and assorted vegetables, sliced into six pieces.
VeganVegetarian
$9.50
Salmon Skin Roll (6 Pcs)
Crispy salmon skin rolled with sushi rice, cucumber, and seaweed.
Pescetarian
Fish
$8.50
Cucumber Roll (6 Pcs)
Cucumber and sushi rice wrapped in nori, creating a simple roll with six pieces.
VeganVegetarian
$6.50
Crunch Roll
Crispy tempura bits, creamy avocado, and spicy mayo atop sushi rolls filled with crab and cucumber.
Pescetarian
FishWheat
$12.50
Rainbow Roll
A sushi roll topped with assorted fish slices and avocado, featuring layers of fresh seafood and creamy avocado on a bed of sushi rice.
Pescetarian
Fish
$16.50

Drink Soda 3Rd Party

Diet Coke
Take a Diet Coke break with this refreshing, no-calorie soft drink.
$3.50
Coca-Cola
Coca-Cola original taste — the crisp, refreshing taste you know and love.
$3.50
Soda Dr Pepper
Dr Pepper. A carbonated soft drink with a sweet, peppery flavor, featuring hints of vanilla, citrus, and a subtle nutty undertone.
$3.50
Perrier
Effervescent sparkling water with a crisp, refreshing taste.
$5.00
Sprite
Classic, cool, crisp lemon-lime flavored taste that's caffeine free.
$3.50
Iced Oolong Tea
Brewed from tea leaves, this iced oolong tea offers a natural taste with no added sugar or artificial color.
$5.00

Entree 3Rd Party

Chicken Katsu Plate
Crispy breaded chicken cutlet served with steamed rice, fresh mixed salad, and a side of savory dipping sauce.
$19.50
Ton Katsu Plate
Crispy breaded pork cutlet served with steamed white rice, fresh green salad, and a side of savory dipping sauce.
$19.50

Nigiri Sushi 3Rd Party

Yellowtail Nigiri
Tender slices of yellowtail atop seasoned sushi rice.
Fish
$7.50
Freshwater Eel Nigiri
Grilled freshwater eel on vinegared sushi rice, typically garnished with sesame seeds and a drizzle of eel sauce.
FishSesame
$8.00
Smoked Salmon Nigiri
Tender slices of smoked salmon atop seasoned sushi rice, offering a classic taste of Japanese nigiri sushi.
Fish
$8.50
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish mackerel nigiri typically includes a slice of raw mackerel (aji) atop pressed sushi rice, often garnished with fresh ginger, scallions, and a hint of ponzu sauce.
Fish
$9.50
Albacore Nigiri
Sashimi-grade albacore, typically served on vinegared sushi rice.
Fish
$7.50
Halibut Nigiri
Delicate slices of halibut atop seasoned sushi rice, showcasing a subtle and fresh taste.
Fish
$9.50
Amberjack Nigiri
Amberjack nigiri features slices of amberjack fish, known for its fine texture and rich yet refreshing taste, served atop hand-pressed sushi rice.
Fish
$9.50
Shrimp Nigiri
Succulent shrimp atop vinegared rice, forming a classic nigiri sushi.
Shellfish
$7.00
Egg Omelet
Egg omelet nigiri typically features a Japanese-style omelet, known as tamago, served atop small beds of sushi rice.
Eggs
$6.50
Hokkaido Scallop
Hokkaido scallop nigiri features fresh Hokkaido scallops delicately placed on hand-pressed sushi rice, typically enjoyed raw, showcasing the scallop's natural sweetness and tender texture.
$9.50
Squid Nigiri
Sashimi-grade squid typically served on vinegared sushi rice. May include raw ingredients, increasing risk of foodborne illness.
$7.50
Mackerel Nigiri
Sashimi-grade mackerel, known as saba, is served atop vinegared sushi rice, typically garnished with green onion and ponzu sauce.
Fish
$7.50
Inari (Tofu Pocket) Nigiri
Fried tofu pocket stuffed with sushi rice, typically marinated in sweet soy sauce.
Soybeans
$6.50
Crab (Kani) Nigiri
Sushi rice topped with imitation crab and typically wrapped with a strip of dried seaweed.
$6.50
Amaebi Nigiri
Sweet raw shrimp paired with deep-fried shrimp heads, served atop hand-pressed sushi rice.
Shellfish
$20.00
Surf Calm
Tender slices of surf clam atop seasoned rice, garnished with a hint of wasabi.
Shellfish
$7.00
Octopus Nigiri
Sliced octopus typically served on a bed of molded sushi rice.
$7.50
Salmon Nigiri
Thinly-sliced raw salmon served atop hand-pressed sushi rice, typically accompanied by wasabi, ginger, and soy sauce.
FishSoybeans
$7.50
Bluefin Tuna Nigiri
Sliced bluefin tuna served atop hand-pressed sushi rice, typically accompanied by wasabi and soy sauce.
FishSoybeans
$12.00

Rice & Noodle 3Rd Party

Chicken Teriyaki Bowl
Grilled chicken with teriyaki sauce, typically accompanied by vegetables, served over a bed of rice.
Soybeans
$15.00
Bulgogi Bowl
Marinated beef with onions and green onions over rice, typically garnished with vegetables like carrots and sesame seeds.
Sesame
$17.00
Yakisoba Chicken
Stir-fried noodles with chicken, broccoli, carrots, and bell peppers, topped with sesame seeds.
WheatSesame
$18.00
Yakisoba Veggie
Stir-fried Japanese soba noodles with cabbage, onion, and green onion, typically seasoned with soy sauce.
WheatSoybeans
$16.00

Salad 3Rd Party

Cucumber Sunomono
Thinly sliced cucumber with a light vinegar dressing, topped with shredded imitation crab for a refreshing salad experience.
Fish
$7.00
House Salad
Fresh mix of greens, with an assortment of vegetables and homemade dressing.
$6.00
Bluefin Poke Salad
Cubed bluefin tuna, seaweed, cucumber, and avocado, typically tossed in a house poke sauce.
Fish
$18.00
Seaweed Salad
Fresh seaweed with sesame seeds and shredded carrots.
Sesame
$8.00
Salmon Skin Salad
Crispy salmon skin atop fresh greens, garnished with shredded vegetables and citrus slices.
Fish
$15.00

Sashimi 3Rd Party

Sashimi Small Plate (9 Pcs)
An assortment of nine pieces of sashimi, typically featuring tuna, salmon, and yellowtail. May contain raw or undercooked ingredients.
Fish
$27.50
Salmon Sashimi
Slices of fresh salmon topped with microgreens, served with a light soy-based sauce.
FishSoybeans
$19.00
French Kiss
Slices of fresh fish topped with avocado, diced peppers, onions, and cilantro, drizzled with a creamy sauce.
Fish
$15.50
Yellowtail Sashimi
Yellowtail Sashimi: Fresh and succulent slices of yellowtail, served raw for the ultimate sushi experience.
Fish
$19.00
Albacore Sashimi
Thinly sliced albacore tuna, often accompanied by ponzu sauce and garnished with red onions and jalapeños.
FishSoybeans
$19.00
Bluefin Tuna Sashimi
Freshly sliced bluefin tuna, typically accompanied by wasabi and soy sauce for dipping.
FishSoybeans
$25.50
Amberjack (Kanpachi) Sashimi
Thinly sliced amberjack, known as kanpachi, typically features a fine texture and refreshing taste, often accompanied by subtle citrus notes or garnishes like shiso leaf.
Fish
$22.50
Sashimi Large Plate (12 Pcs)
A selection of 12 pieces of fresh sashimi, including tuna, salmon, and white fish, garnished with citrus and herbs.
Fish
$34.00
Sashimi Sampler
An assortment of fresh salmon, tuna, and white fish slices, garnished with a lemon wedge and daikon radish.
Fish
$19.00

Udon Soup 3Rd Party

Bulgogi Udon Soup
Thick udon noodles in savory broth with marinated beef slices, topped with seaweed and garnished with fish cake.
WheatFish
$18.00
Tempura Udon Soup
Thick udon noodles in a savory broth, topped with crispy tempura shrimp and vegetables, garnished with sliced green onions and shredded nori.
WheatShellfish
$16.00

Sushi Roll 3Rd Party

Black Dragon Roll
Shrimp tempura and cucumber roll topped with eel, avocado, and a drizzle of eel sauce, garnished with black tobiko.
FishShellfish
$18.00
Hot Night Roll
Shrimp tempura roll topped with sliced avocado and salmon, drizzled with spicy mayo and eel sauce.
Spicy
FishShellfish
$16.50
Red Dragon Roll
A sushi roll with tuna, avocado, cucumber, and crab, topped with spicy mayo and a drizzle of eel sauce. Served with pickled ginger and wasabi.
Spicy
FishShellfish
$15.50
Spicy Girls Roll
Spicy tuna roll topped with creamy sauce, sliced cucumber, and a hint of chili for added heat.
Spicy
Fish
$17.00
Ex Girlfriend Roll
A sushi roll featuring vibrant fish slices, creamy avocado, and crisp cucumber, wrapped in seasoned rice and seaweed.
Fish
$16.00
Rainbow Hillcrest
A colorful sushi roll featuring layers of fresh fish, creamy avocado, and crab, topped with vibrant fish roe.
FishShellfish
$23.50
Wonderful Albacore Roll
Thinly sliced albacore tuna atop sushi rolls filled with crab, avocado, and cucumber, garnished with tobiko and microgreens.
FishShellfish
$14.50
Yellowtail Carpaccio Roll
Thinly sliced yellowtail wrapped with sushi rice and seaweed, garnished with avocado and green onions.
Fish
$17.50
TJ Roll
Sushi roll with creamy sauce, shredded toppings, and wrapped in seaweed and rice.
$19.00
Hawaiian Roll
Crab and avocado wrapped in rice and seaweed, topped with spicy tuna and green onions.
Spicy
FishShellfish
$13.50
Wonderful Dynamite Roll
Sushi roll with rice, topped with creamy sauce, spicy mayo, and garnished with green onions and red roe.
Spicy
Fish
$18.00
Albacore Dream Roll
Albacore mix, cucumber, gobo (burdock root), and cilantro, topped with salmon, avocado, green onion, tobiko (fish roe), and spicy ponzu sauce.
Spicy
Fish
$15.00
Ahi Tadaki Roll
Sushi rice and nori wrap seared tuna with avocado, typically complemented by a hint of spicy sauce.
Spicy
Fish
$20.00
Angel Roll
Slices of sushi roll wrapped with fresh salmon and avocado, topped with a creamy sauce.
Fish
$14.50
Blue Crab Roll
Features blue crab, avocado, and cucumber, typically wrapped in rice and seaweed, offering a classic maki sushi experience.
Shellfish
$12.00
Lemon Salmon Roll
Slices of salmon atop rice and seaweed rolls, garnished with lemon zest, avocado, and fish roe. Accompanied by ginger and wasabi.
Fish
$17.50
Crazy Crunch Roll
Crispy tempura bits, fresh avocado, and creamy sauce top sushi rice and seaweed, rolled with crab and cucumber.
ShellfishWheat
$18.00

Drinks

Nigori Original Sake
Unfiltered milky sake with a mildly sweet flavor, retaining some rice sediment for a creamy texture.
$15.00
Sapporo Large Bottle
A classic Japanese lager with a crisp, refined flavor and a clean finish. Must be 21 to purchase.
$8.50
Soju Lychee
Soju lychee combines the clear, distilled Korean spirit with the sweet, tropical flavor of lychee, creating a light and refreshing beverage experience.
$14.00
Soju Peach
A clear, colorless distilled alcoholic beverage, soju peach typically features the sweet taste of ripe peaches, offering a light and refreshing experience.
$14.00
Strawberry Nigori
Sweet and creamy unfiltered sake with a rich strawberry puree, offering a luscious, fruity experience reminiscent of a strawberry smoothie.
$17.00
Soju Strawberry
A clear, colorless distilled beverage of Korean origin, typically infused with the sweet taste of ripe strawberries for a refreshing experience.
$14.00
Kirin Ichiban Large
Kirin Ichiban large is a Japanese-style lager with a smooth, full-bodied taste, typically showcasing a balanced hop finish and malt undertones.
$9.50
Orion Large Bottle
A large bottled orion beer, offering a crisp and mild flavor. Made in okinawa, Japan. Contains alcohol.
$10.50
Soju Apple Mango
A clear, colorless distilled alcoholic beverage of Korean origin, typically featuring the sweet taste of ripened apple and mango in each sip.
$14.00
Soju Citron
Soju citron typically features a blend of clear, colorless soju with the citrusy notes of citron, offering a light and refreshing experience.
$14.00
Soju Yogurt
Soju yogurt combines the clear, colorless Korean distilled spirit with a creamy yogurt flavor, offering a unique and smooth beverage experience.
Milk
$14.00
Soju Plum
A clear, colorless distilled beverage of Korean origin, infused with the sweet and tangy essence of ripe plums.
$14.00
Kikusui
Kikusui tea typically features a delicate blend of green tea leaves, offering a smooth and refreshing taste with subtle floral notes, common in traditional Japanese tea beverages.
$21.00
Kurosawa
Kurosawa soda typically features a refreshing and crisp taste, inspired by traditional Japanese flavors.
$24.00
Hana Kizakura
Hana kizakura tea typically features delicate floral notes, with subtle hints of sweetness and a smooth finish, inspired by traditional Japanese tea flavors.
$15.00
Kirin Light Small
A Japanese pale lager, typically brewed with barley malt and European noble hops, offering a smooth, full-bodied taste with a subtle hop finish.
$7.00
Red Wine Bottle
A classic red wine, often featuring rich berry aromas and smooth tannins, offering a balanced and harmonious flavor profile.
$30.00
Soju Grape
Grape soju is a clear, colorless distilled alcoholic beverage of Korean origin, typically infused with the sweet taste of ripe grapes.
$14.00
Soju Apple
Clear, colorless Korean soju infused with the sweet and crisp essence of apples, offering a light and refreshing drinking experience.
$14.00
White Wine Bottle
A bottle of white wine, typically featuring a blend of tropical fruit notes, such as passion fruit and citrus, offering a clean and crisp finish.
$32.00
Asahi Large Bottle
A large bottle of asahi beer, known for its clean, crisp taste and refreshing barley flavor. Typically enjoyed for its dry finish.
$10.50
Coconut Nigori
A creamy, unfiltered nigori sake with a subtle hint of coconut, offering a mildly sweet and tropical flavor profile.
$16.00

Side Order

Miso Soup (Small)
A traditional Japanese soup with miso paste, tofu, seaweed, and green onions.
Soybeans
$3.50
Miso Soup (Large)
Miso soup with tofu, wakame seaweed, and green onions in a soybean paste broth.
Soybeans
$9.00
Spicy Mayo
Mayonnaise blended with sriracha and chili paste, offering a spicy kick. Typically used to enhance sushi or fried tempura dishes.
Eggs
$1.00
Eel Sauce
Sweet and savory sauce, typically made with soy, sugar, and mirin. Despite the name, it contains no eel. Commonly used as a topping for sushi and grilled dishes.
Soybeans
$1.00
Spicy Ponzu Sauce
Citrus soy sauce with chili oil and jalapeno, offering a spicy twist on traditional ponzu.
Soybeans
$1.00
Ponzu Sauce
A citrus-based Japanese sauce featuring soy sauce, vinegar, and citrus juice, offering a tangy flavor ideal for dipping or dressing.
Soybeans
$1.00
Sriracha Sauce
Sriracha sauce is a spicy condiment made from sun-ripened chili peppers and garlic, commonly used to add heat and flavor to Japanese dishes.
$1.00
Teriyaki Sauce
A sweet soy-based sauce, traditionally used as a marinade, glaze, or dipping sauce in Japanese cuisine.
Soybeans
$1.00
Soy Mustard Dressing
Soy mustard dressing typically combines soy sauce and mustard, offering a tangy and savory addition to salads or dishes.
Soybeans
$1.00
Sushi Rice
Perfectly steamed sushi-grade rice, subtly seasoned for an authentic taste.
$4.00
Steamed Rice
Soft and fluffy white rice, cooked to perfection.
$4.00