Nozomi, Carlsbad

Hidden gem! If you don't know this place is there, it's hard to stumble across it since it's just outside the village. This is my favorite sushi in North County (Tomiko in Encinitas is a close 2nd). Check out nozomicarlsbad.com/ to look at the menu. Everything we have tried has been executed perfectly, we had the surf and turf roll last night and fell in love! Even though it's the most expensive roll on the menu ($25) we had to get a 2nd one. Complete sake list w/ descriptions, same for the tea. The atmosphere is wonderful and the interior is gorgeous. I like to sit by the inside turtle pond. They have very creative fusion offerings as well as the more traditional fare. There are also plenty of non sushi items on the menu for the not so adventurous eater. I can't give any feedback on that since I always want to play when I go there. Give it a try - it's worth it.