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Wrench and Rodent Seabasstropub, Oceanside, CA

Wrench and Rodent Seabasstropub

4.6
4.6
1163 reviews
$30 and under
Sushi
Please call for reservations of 7+ (760) 271-0531

Founded in 2013 by Davin and Jessica Waite, Wrench & Rodent is a space for culinary exploration and collaboration. This cozy, eclectic restaurant quickly became a destination for those who appreciated Chef Davin’s creative approach to celebrating local and responsibly sourced fish and produce.

In addition to a set sushi menu, Wrench offers an omakase as well as a list of specials that change daily. The team is committed to reducing waste and enhancing flavor by elevating all cuts of fish and veggies, as well as featuring a diverse range of species. Many menu items are simple, fresh and creative, with a lesser-known fish species complimented by ingredients from the backyard garden. Byproduct utilization drives the menu as well, and recent explorations with aging techniques have led to a dry aged fish program. Plant-forward preparations are also celebrated, and a vegan omakase is available upon request.


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2 people

19:00


Booked 10 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Sushi, Seafood, Creative Japanese

  • Hours of Operation

    Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (760) 453-2738

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive Chef

    Davin Waite

  • Catering

    Onsite sushi chef or delivery service available. The Seabasstropub offers PG Catering as an option for intimate private parties as well as large corporate events.

  • Area

    Oceanside

  • Cross Street

    Cassidy

  • Parking Details

    Small parking lot available, much convenient neighborhood parking as well.

  • Additional

    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

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What 1,163 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • San Diego

    Innovative

  • North San Diego

    Innovative

  • North San Diego

    Healthy

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of my favorite places to eat in Oceanside or in fact the world. Everything always tastes so fresh with clear clean tastes. Says a lot when a vegetarian with a soy intolerance has a sushi restaurant as a favorite place but they always accommodate my odd diet and come up with something delicious.
  2. DonnaP

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic!! Can’t wait to go back. Everything is very fresh and of highest quality
  3. FranciscoM

    New England

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The omakase menu is always outstanding and incredibly creative! The staff is friendly and attentive. Great experience
  4. JesseF

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 May 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best food ever. Awesome service. 10/10 will continue to go back over and over again.
  5. RoseZAlC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 May 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    The food here is always excellent & their menu is unique. We love eating here.
  6. dineNwine

    San Francisco

    16 reviews

    2.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on 12 May 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience2
    The many high reviews and hype got us to give it a try. Quality is good and fresh and service was good, however just not that impressed overall. Also a bit pricey. Salmon Nigiri was good, Dragonfly was good, the Local Yellowtail Tangerine Salsa Yuzu was terrible, (over sauced with maybe added mayonnaise) just not good. Also, why no Edamame?? Place is simple and seems a bit run down or maybe that's just the vibe they want. The experience didn't leave an impression on us and one can easily forget about re-visiting or recommending this restaurant to others.
  7. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 6 May 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Incredible offerings. We went with the omakase chef selection. You can not go wrong with that option. Everything that came out of the kitchen looked incredible.
  8. NadyaM

    San Diego

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 1 May 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful and delicious food!! Will keep coming back for more.
  9. MeganC

    San Francisco

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 30 April 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This place is a hidden gem and we will definitely go back! So yummy, the Hedgehog roll was our favorite with chipotle.
  10. JasonRo

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 29 April 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    First rate food seasonal and creative. The rolls are wonderful.
  11. ABostonBlonde

    New England

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 28 April 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our 5th or so time here. We absolutely love it. Food is amazing and the servers are fabulous. We’ve just gotten used to their strange hostess situation (one hostess, she’ll walk you to your table and take your drink order and then casually wait for it while people are standing in line waiting to check in — we’ve waited up to 20 minutes before in a short line of check-ins. It’s so bizarre. She’s very sweet and I don’t think it’s a “her” problem, I just don’t know what the restaurants thought process is being it), just be prepared to wait outside for a while if you arrive and aren’t the only person there. Otherwise the food is the freshest fish we’ve had in San Diego. Absolutely worth every penny!!
  12. Cromulent

    Pittsburgh

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 27 April 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Came here on the recommendation of chef Hiroyuki Terada via YouTube. We were not disappointed, in fact, thoroughly impressed. The omakase featured over 10 different nigiri tastings, 2 sashimi courses, a soup course (I think this was the chef's way of letting us know he is still a classically trained chef; I see you), and finished with a seared fish course. Everything was clearly well thought out, with different purees, sauces, and other toppings purpose-built for each piece of fish they were paired with. The meal was excellent, the chef accomodated our food allergy (celiac) easily, and we left feeling full. The Wrench 75 was also great!
  13. Patient

    Vancouver

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 23 April 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Just go here, and order the omakase if you can. These folks are creative and try to run a sustainable business, so you love what you’re eating and can feel good about it. We travel a long way when we visit here, and Loren and his team leave us feeling happy we did.
  14. JeffC

    Portland

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 April 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    We ate dinner Apr 21 2023. We choose the Omakase which was 5 courses at the Chefs discretion. OMG it was diverse and wonderful. The service was prompt and was able to explain what we ate. Our only negative experience was the bathrooms were dirty.
  15. JuneV

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 April 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We had an amazing meal here! We ordered the Omakase dinners and the courses just kept coming, all delicious. The service was great, can’t say anything but great!
  16. Pinnsplate

    San Diego

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 15 April 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    amazing food and service as always. I come back time and time again for the omakase
  17. HungryMan

    Orange County

    67 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    67 reviews

    Dined on 14 April 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We try to visit every few months, we live in the OC. We are always excited to see what new and unique creations they’ve come up with! We are never disappointed😎 We started with Grilled Romaine and Wings of the Sea… amazing blending of flavors… the conversation ceased at this point😬 We also had the Fox Trot and Chardonnay… lovely. Find r the rest we tried the Seared albacore, local yellowtail, Opah belly bacon nigiri, Saba nigiri & Sea bream nigiri. We enjoyed all except the Opah bacon and the Saba was a bit strong/fishy but that’s just mackerel for ‘ya😬 For desert we tried the pear and the vegan cake, both were delicious.
  18. BreaFoodie

    Orange County

    13 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 8 April 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    We loved it the first time so we went back but this time the experience was very disappointing. They still gave you a lot of food for the omakase but the quality and taste were not there. Too much rice on the sushi and it was dry. The fish was tasteless and not seasoned enough. You shouldn't have to use soy sauce for flavor. The half deep fried/half sashimi kampachi was one of our favorites but when it came out, the fried part was lukewarm and they had replaced the fish sauce with something that's way too sweet. The coconut carrot soup and fried mackerel that came as part of the omakase were good. Morgan, our server, was friendly and attentive so service was still good but for the price, it's not a good value.
  19. Jackson

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 April 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a great time eating at Wrench. Delicious food, great service, and kind people.
  20. TomiB

    Edmonton

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 30 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We really enjoyed the Omakase tasting experience! Our servers were very knowledgeable when explaining about each course and were able to accommodate dietary restrictions. It was a super fun experience!
  21. KristinaL

    Hawaii

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 18 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing!! Staff was friendly and knowledgeable! Our experience was memorable because the food was platted beautifully and delicious!
  22. MelissaF

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We return for the omakase option, and like to be surprised by the chef! We have had the nicest servers and enjoyed sitting by the fires in the outside dining area. We appreciate that the location aligns with our views on sustainability and creative dishes. Def recommend.
  23. jacvan

    Minneapolis

    19 reviews

    3.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on 16 March 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    Nice place with a good concept. Small menu options without much variety in sushi. A bit expensive as well.
  24. JasonI

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 16 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Chef Gavin and the entire staff are fantastic. One of the best restaurants in SD hands down.
  25. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Eclectic, Japanese inspired seafood ( VERY fresh) dishes in a very friendly atmosphere. We came all the way from Seattle to try this place and were not disappointed.
  26. JasonI

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 13 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent care in food and presentation. One of the few restaurants that focus on quality, which is rare in SD. Highly recommend.
  27. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 March 2023

    overall1food1service3ambience3
    The food was not palatable. Hipster fusion does work for sushi.
  28. Paige

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I can’t recommend this place enough. The food was incredible. The sushi was top notch quality with reasonable prices. Our server was hilarious and super kind even though we were a little sake silly by the end of our meal. If you enjoy goooood sushi, unique and inviting ambience, and a making memories over delicious food and drink, make a reservation and go
  29. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 10 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great. Experience, as always food and service were excellent. Menu always has different things, can’t go wrong with specials. Love this place.
  30. KhristianB

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 10 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fresh, innovative and overall exquisite. This experience is one I want everyone who loves food, especially seafood to have. Service made our dinner even more memorable. Staff was attentive and knowledgeable. 10/10.
  31. ColinO

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 9 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The sushi was fantastic. The hedgehog roll is sublime. We got one of the vegan roles, Patrick the Great, which was less amazing and maybe a little expensive for what it is, but still good, especially considering it's vegan.
  32. KarlaK

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 5 March 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience4
    Omakase dining experience is a must
  33. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 5 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    our favorite spot to celebrate and we're treated like family every time we come in. could not have better things to say about the food, service and atmosphere.
  34. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our all time favorite sushi restaurant! Lauren and crew are magnificent! Do your taste buds a favor and indulge!
  35. KyleR

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    AMAZING RESTAURANT WITH AMAZING FOOD. Highly recommend!
  36. Christianne

    San Diego

    27 reviews

    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on 19 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food. Faultless service. A bit on the chilly side, so bring a jacket.
  37. ErinC

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 18 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This place always hits. The sustainability of the products put out to its customers that not only taste good, but you can tell real thought goes into each dish and its preparation. Aways recommend the scallops and truffle nigiri and hedgehog roll. So damn good.
  38. DouglasA

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A great place to enjoy a night out or a special occasion. The service was great and the food is really special. The menu is different each night with some very special fish from places that you would not expect. Trout from Idaho that looked like salmon. All the staff were friendly and helpful with the menu.
  39. OpenTable Diner

    Central Coast

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 February 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience3
    Upon my arrival I had very high hopes due to all the hype. The restaurant is space is decently sized with lots of people seated and workers running around. This place is all hype and the food here sucked. I got the omakase experience and it was definitely not worth the money. It was a prime example of when creativity kills art. I understand it is the chef's choice, but having six plates with 1 being a mediocre fried fish and a soup is just disgraceful and lazy. The food was okay but taste was not worth the money. The nigiri was about 2/3s rice, without much seasoning in the rice and was cold as if it was wrapped in the fridge. The service was trash too. I waited 10min a upon my arrival to be seated even though I had a reservation. We were told that they were backed up, so the food would take longer to come out...but 6 small plates (with one being soup and one being a fried fish) for a dining experience should never take 2 hours. I recommend this restaurant for anyone who wishes to eat mediocre sushi or for those who never had actual good sushi.
  40. SamP

    Los Angeles

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 16 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    8th wedding anniversary and I wanted to try something new. The upscale sushi was flavorful, with items I wouldn't venture to try normally. My wife loved it!

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You can order delivery directly from Wrench and Rodent Seabasstropub using the Order Online button. Wrench and Rodent Seabasstropub also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (760) 453-2738.

Wrench and Rodent Seabasstropub is rated 4.6 stars by 1163 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

19:00


Booked 10 times today
Google Map for Wrench and Rodent Seabasstropub

1815 South Coast Highway, Oceanside, CA 92054

Additional information

  • Cross Street

    Cassidy

  • Area

    Oceanside

  • Hours of Operation

    Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Sushi, Seafood, Creative Japanese

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress Code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking Details

    Small parking lot available, much convenient neighborhood parking as well.

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive Chef

    Davin Waite

  • Additional

    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

  • Phone number

    (760) 453-2738

  • Catering

    Onsite sushi chef or delivery service available. The Seabasstropub offers PG Catering as an option for intimate private parties as well as large corporate events.

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