Crudo Ceviche & Oyster Bar

This is a small but excellent seafood and oyster bar with Latin influences. The corn appetizer was excellent and my wife’s soft shell crab was some of the best she’s ever had. My tuna and citrus tostado was excellent. I highly recommend for light seafood. Cocktails were also very good. Service was 5 stars!

Wonderful food, sat outside. Our waiter Leo also was extremely attentive. Great vibes, great food. Would reccomend the Ceviche Mixto, and also the octopus carpaccio. Great place in little Italy. Please do not get the Yellowtail Traditio, it made me throw up. The yellowtail was not fresh and had an extremely fishy taste. If we had not gotten it. The meal would have been 5⭐️.

Came here during happy hour and it was amazing! Super cute little place, simple but chic decor. We had the tuna bites, oysters ($1.50 during happy hour) and 2 tostadas which were so fresh. All the seafood there is fresh and very tasty so well worth the happy hour pricing. $35 bottle of white or $8 glass during happy hour. Attentive staff and super friendly. Def recommend checking it out! Happy hour is 3-5:30pm, $1.50 oysters, they had food menu that ranges from $9-12 during happy hour and wine beer or sangria ranges from $8-15

I went here for dinner one night with my friend. The ambience was good. The staff and service levels were very good. The food was excellent. We had the ceviche with red snapper and another ceviche, I can’t remember. We also had an appetizer or two. Everything was good. The only negative is I think this place is a bit overpriced. If that being said, I would still come back here and I would still recommend this place. It’s great for people who really enjoy high quality ceviche.

This was just quick arrival dinner in SD. It was just quick search but they stood out. You will know why when you dine with them. Could not try all,, but,, Uni tuna ceviche and soft shell crab taco is a must, their loaded oysters,both with uni ot tuna tatare was amazing too.

Went to our anniversary dinner. The restaurant concept is unique with its focus, the atmosphere is very nice, with music in background. Food was great, the soft shell crab taco and octopus carpaccio are great, all other dishes were delicious. Service was super-nice, drinks great and at the end we were surprised with cheesecake- it was amazing. Overall, highly recommend

Crudo Ceviche & Oyster Bar – Little Italy, San Diego June 2025 Overall: 😻/5 – I’d barely wiped the tears from missing Ironside’s 5pm happy hour when Crudo welcomed me in like a long-lost cousin—with smiles and a happy hour that stretched graciously to 5:30. Bless ’em. Rosé – $8 🌟 5/5 Chilled like a front porch in springtime and just as refreshing. Fruity, bright, not too sweet—gave my mood (and outfit) the lift it needed. A Dozen Oysters – $1.50 each 🌟 3/5 Now listen. I don’t know where these oysters came from—and honestly, I’m not sure they did either. Half had suspicious thick white bits near the root that threw off my taste buds…. But that house-made mignonette? A redemption arc. A bit flustered there wasn’t horseradish, but for the price? Still steal. Shrimp Cocktail – $12 🌟 5/5 I expected poolside shrimp and cocktail sauce. What I got was nearly ceviche—10 plump shrimp bathed in bright tomato sauce, chilled with cucumber, avocado, red onion, fresh tomato, and attitude. Absolutely delightful. Would reorder without hesitation. Citrus Yellowtail Tostada – $22 🌟 4.5/5 A beautiful tostada that came seared, citrus-kissed, and plated like it had a secret. Savory, fresh, and elegant. The white sauce leaned towards mayo, which isn’t my belle of the ball—but it didn’t ruin the dance. Service: 5/5 Truly warm, attentive, and unrushed. They turned a missed happy hour into a happy accident. It’s giving ❤️ YT : @internationalchic TikTok: @internationalchic Instagram: @internationalchicshawn

Our first time here as my wife was looking for somewhere to have oysters. Crudo did not disappoint- it was great. Food and service was wonderful. They also carry a better list of wines by the glass than most high end restaurants, which was very welcome. We plan on visiting again soon.

Crudo Ceviche & Oyster Bar - Little Italy, San Diego June 2025 Overall: /5 - I'd barely wiped the tears from missing Ironside's 5pm happy hour when Crudo welcomed me in like a long-lost cousin--with smiles and a happy hour that stretched graciously to 5:30. Bless 'em. Rosé - $8 5/5 Chilled like a front porch in springtime and just as refreshing. Fruity, bright, not too sweet--gave my mood (and outfit) the lift it needed. A Dozen Oysters - $1.50 each 3/5 Now listen. I don't know where these oysters came from--and honestly, I'm not sure they did either. Half had suspicious thick white bits near the root that threw off my taste buds.... But that house-made mignonette? A redemption arc. A bit flustered there wasn't horseradish, but for the price? Still steal. Shrimp Cocktail - $12 5/5 I expected poolside shrimp and cocktail sauce. What I got was nearly ceviche--10 plump shrimp bathed in bright tomato sauce, chilled with cucumber, avocado, red onion, fresh tomato, and attitude. Absolutely delightful. Would reorder without hesitation. Citrus Yellowtail Tostada - $22 4.5/5 A beautiful tostada that came seared, citrus-kissed, and plated like it had a secret. Savory, fresh, and elegant. The white sauce leaned towards mayo, which isn't my belle of the ball--but it didn't ruin the dance. Service: 5/5 Truly warm, attentive, and unrushed. They turned a missed happy hour into a happy accident. It's giving

Came here for happy hour (Mon-Fri 3-5pm) and I was underwhelmed. We got a dozen of the oysters for $1.50/oyster, spicy shrimp taco, taco gobernador, lavender lemonade, and a modelo. The oysters were a good deal but the tacos were just ok (I probably wouldn't get them again). For drinks the happy hour menu had deals for wine, sangria, and modelo but no cocktail specials. We were seated right away and got our food pretty fast but didn't see our server around very much. We wanted hot sauce for the oysters and by the time we got a hold of our server we were more than halfway through the oysters. The decor of the restaurant is really nice, it's trendy and bright. They have outdoor seating so it's dog friendly too. Overall, I would say the happy hour is only worth it if you go for the $1.50/oyster and if you're an avid wine/sangria/modelo drinker. If you're looking for a happy hour with a good food selection or with cocktail deals then this is nottt the happy hour for you.

Ambience was good and the atmosphere was lively. Service was decent (the waitress was friendly) despite a hiccup where the host couldn't find our reservation in the beginning but it was fine afterwards, they were able to seat us. Fish dishes were not the best quality - I'm using Holbox (in Los Angeles) as the point of comparison. Oysters had sand in them (I always expect a little bit of sand, but there was more sand than usual). The most worthwhile thing on the $198 platter was the 1 ounce of caviar. The rest of the fish / oysters / ceviche was nothing to write home about.

I think this review is mostly about bad oyster shucking skill, that's where it fell. I don't do oysters at home because I don't know how to shuck and fear I'll cut myself or wind up with more shell in my oyster than not.... And I feel like I should have just taken our $100 home and given it a shot. The service was absolutely wonderful and the space is beautiful and conveniently located near where we were trying to go. I was craving oysters something awful on a day date with my husband and we landed here trying to scratch that itch. We were served by one of the bartenders, who was charming and kind and served our drinks with a quickness. My spritz was refreshing. And then the oysters, our dozen raw premium were tasty, but some of the grittiest oysters I've had. And they didn't even bother to separate the oyster from the shell, so more work to get at it, which was annoying more than anything, especially on the baked oysters. They were hot and delicious, the presentation was lovely, but again, not separated. Not on my short list of places to go to scratch my oyster craving itch, I'd likely try other things on the menu if I go back.

This restaurant is amazing!! We started with the yellow tail tiradito. My husband had the crab taco, he said it was fresh and tasty. Then we had tuna bites, also very good. The oysters were from Baja, they shucked to order. Everything is shareable. The service was excellent. Everyone was so nice and gave great recommendations. The restaurant is small but chic and trendy. It's very clean. We will definetly return.

Came here for a late lunch, the atmosphere was casual and comfy. The bartender/worker was friendly and service was fast. I ordered a Rose, both loaded oysters (sea urchin & tuna), and a soft shell crab taco. The food was amazing and they looked so pretty like I was in an art gallery. The soft shell crab was lightly breaded and it was not covered with sauce. That's when you know they're confident with their seafood quality and wanted you to taste the actual flavor of the seafood. The loaded oysters were amazing. The natural saltiness of seafood adds a good amount of flavor to them, and all ingredients were super fresh. This was my first time trying sea urchin other than the Japanese ones, and although it's not as flavorful as the Japanese uni, the Cali farmed sea urchin was creamy and thick. I would definitely come back if I ever visiy San Diego again!

I happened to stumble across this place as I was walking through little Italy and its was amazing. This place is absolutely beautiful. The ambiance is gorgeous but also casual during the day. It's located right in the heart of little Italy. They have happy hour Mon-Fri 3pm-5pm. The happy hour menu is amazing! Most of the dishes and drinks are under $10 and they have $1 oysters. That alone sold me! We got a half dozen and they were so fresh. They also had a variety of hot sauce to pair with. Absolutely delicious. I would definitely recommend trying this place out.

I went here for a light, late dinner on Sunday and we enjoyed it overall. It was probably about 8pm and we were able to be seated immediately. The ambiance is cute but the interior is a little loud/conversations were pretty clearly heard. This admittedly does depend on whoever else is dining but this felt a little bit more like a place to hang out with friends rather than date night because of it. The oysters were fine but I thought it was strange they didn't tell me the type considering "oyster bar" Is part of their name. I thought the crab tostada was pretty good and same for the yellowtail tiradito. The bluefin tostada is definitely meant as an homage to poke, and it would have been great with rice. As is, it was on the salty side for me so I would probably skip this one next time.

Happy Hour is worth it!! Definitely make a reservation as it can be pretty packed even on a weekday. Overall I would highly recommend the tostadas and oysters. The dishes all tasted super flavorful and had a lot of fun aspects to them. There was texture, citrus, and also lots of fresh seafood! Our faves were Oysters Black Mamba Tostada - packed and great flavors Augustin Verde - very citrusy and a nice starter Torched scallops - our favorite dish

Small plates, fresh seafood and decent cocktails. Service was quick. Small space, but they take reservations via Open Table. Would visit again, if in the area.

Coctel de mariscos: Our server Leo mentioned that this dish is usually served in a beer glass however because he knew we were sharing, the dish was brought in a bowl. The coctel was citrusy and the fish and octopus were fresh. The avocado provided a pleasant creaminess to the dish. Oyster platter: The mignonette was a bit salty for my tastes but you have the ability to control how much you'd like to add to each oyster. With a splash of Tabasco to balance out the umami-ness of the mignonette, the oysters were great! Bluefin Tostada: Topped with furikake, this dish came out looking really pretty. There's a generous layer of avocado/guacamole underneath the tuna. This dish was rich from the avocado and tuna. We would order this one again! The star of the lunch was the Uni Tuna Ceviche. The uni was delivered that morning and tasted similar to the time when we foraged for Uni. Slightly sweet, creamy, and a tiny hint of ocean saltiness. This dish was presented in the shell which is great for photos. The taste of Uni was present throughout the dish even though the main Uni pieces were delicately placed on top.

Been to this place twice and both times have been delicious. I love seafood and this place has the best ceviche in San Diego. The price is reasonable, but I'm also willing to splurge on myself. I went both time as a solo diner and will likely go back again. The restaurant is small, but they also offer outdoor seating. The service was good, and the food was served at a timely manner.

The happy hour oysters are worth it. $1.50 per oyster that were great sized. Some items on their happy hour menu are same priced as the regular menu but the soft shell crab tostado was the highlight

Absolutely love this restaurant I tried. We're all oysters for the first time and the experience was great. The waitress explain the food items to me. If I didn't understand gracefully absolutely stunning interior design. I had a great time.

The ambiance is nice, the food was tasty. But please note, these are tapas, so don't expect to get full.

Nice decor and space. They offer bar seating inside and patio space. Nice place to enjoy some seafood Beverage they offer cocktails Sangria wine beer. Good raw bar selection as well as hot items Raw bar is pretty much the same as every where I guess that's where the cravings and decor comes in. Hot items have tacos and pasta. Soft shell crab taco was good but the pastas a bit salty to my liking. Overall if you're in little Italy and want some seafood this is a good place to go

⁣ SEAFOOD LOVERS DELIGHT - @crudo.cevicheria ⁣ If you love seafood, this is the spot. Located in the heart of Little Italy, this cevicheria and oyster bar is a must try. Everyone was super attentive and nice, the ambience was relaxing and the music was on point. Leo had great suggestions on what to order and everything was to die for. I got the following: ⁣ ⁣ * lychee saketini - Out of all the lychee cocktails I've ever had, this has been the most flavorful. ⁣ * uni caviar toast - Talk about the toast of my dreams. It had a mix of bluefin, uni, sturgeon caviar and cucumber salad. ⁣ * dashi beurre blanc noodles - If you love seafood pasta, this is a must try. There's blue crab, trout caviar, parmesan and chives in this masterpiece. ⁣ ⁣ I can't wait to come back and try more deliciousness. If you ever make the trek to Little Italy and craving seafood, I highly recommend this spot. ⁣

This is a very beautiful restaurant. Came here for happy hour oysters and while the oyster price was good, the oysters themselves seemed very tiny. Everything we ordered off the happy hour menu was delicious, but despite being a happy hour discount, the prices still seemed really high. The service was very attentive. If you want fresh seafood in a beautiful space and money is no object, then check this place out!

Surprisingly cute place at Little Italy Crudo ceviche and oyster bar Order the Uni Caviar toast And spot prawns toast So delicious!!!! Oh my! That was foodgasmic!!!

Crudo Cevichería & Oyster Bar is an absolute gem in San Diego! From the moment my husband and I walked in, I was impressed--the decor is stunning, modern, and clearly designed with care and style in mind. It really sets the tone for an elevated dining experience. The food? Next level. I started with the Aguachile Campechano, and wow--bursting with bold, fresh flavors and beautifully balanced heat. I also tried the scallop and mushroom risotto, which was creamy, rich, and perfectly cooked. Every bite was a delight! To sip, I had the lavender lemonade--sweet emphasis on the sweet, refreshing, and the perfect complement to the meal. The service was just as impressive as the food. Friendly, attentive, enthusiastic about what they were serving, which made the whole experience even more enjoyable. Our sweet server made some excellent recommendations! If you're looking for something fresh, unique, flavorful, and beautifully presented, Crudo Cevichería is a must-visit. I'll definitely be back! I didn't take the best pictures I was too busy enjoying this experience!!

We were impressed by this place. Alfresco dining, good service, amazing flavors and presentation. I would have awarded 5 stars but the serving sizes were very small, it was over $100 and we left wanting more. I will go back to experience the flavors.

I had an unforgettable time at Crudo to celebrate my friend's birthday! I walked by this tapas-style restaurant many times, located on the main drag of Little Italy. As a seafood lover, I felt like a kid in a candy store with Crudo's impressive menu. My highlights were certainly the Dashi Beurre Blanc Noodles and the Uni Caviar toast, but what an experience to start the meal with a bump of sturgeon caviar! With that delicious and buttery way to start the meal, we were in a great mood to enjoy our yummy sake cocktails (the lychee saketini, so good!) and chitchat over ceviche. Speaking of which, I was impressed by their Red Snapper "chicharrones" made from the fish's skin to complement the fish's tender and delicate meat. The ceviche marinade added just enough flavor and crunch to each bite without overpowering the fish. Overall in each course, the seafood was highlighted by the other ingredients, and it was a great showcase of marine flavors. The interior isn't super big if you're looking go out with a large group, but the location and vibe are perfect for date nights and going out for a cozier celebration. My friend and I shared four appetizers and dessert, and that was a perfect amount of food for us.

Loved this place!! Definitely want to come back for happy hour since they have one dollar oysters. Evening we got was so fresh and amazing. The yellowtail tostada was to die for! Service was great and it was cute inside.

I visited on a Thursday evening and found both indoor covered seating and outdoor options available. The staff even brought out a heater for us, which was a nice touch. Our waiter greeted us promptly and offered some excellent recommendations. I dined with a chef, so he took the lead on ordering. He chose a dozen oysters--two different varieties--along with a ceviche and a yellowtail dish. Everything was incredibly flavorful and well-prepared. Our food arrived quickly, and the service was attentive throughout the meal, with our server frequently refilling our water and checking in about wine. Overall, it was a relaxed and enjoyable evening with outstanding food.

After browsing around the farmers market we decided to have lunch here. Their menu had the extensive offerings of different seafood dishes. We ordered uni toast, octopus carpaccio, soft shell crab tacos, and scallop & mushroom risotto. The uni and caviar toast had lot more tuna than uni but it was delicious. The soft shell crab tacos were one of the best we've had in a while. The octopus cappuccino was okay. The scallops and risotto were cooked perfectly and it tasted very good. Great service. We love to come back and try different dishes in the future.

I have had this place bookmarked for a long time and finally went for my birthday Dinner ! We went during happy hour and tried several items on the HH menu. Fish ceviche, aguachile verde, and oysters were all great. We had tuna bites which were amazing - I could have eaten 10 of those! We also shared the udon dish from their regular menu and loved it. Since we were there fairly early on a weekday, it wasn't too busy and Service was very good. I wish the HH went later. It had a good atmosphere, as well - we will be back!

I am SO happy I decided to give this place a try. I swung by Tuesday evening and the place was empty at about 7:30pm while every other restaurant was packed, so I was a bit concerned but the ambiance and design were beautiful and the food sounded good so I figured why not! Once I started eating, more people did stop in as well so that was a good sign! I was helped by a few different waiters and hostesses, all of which were so friendly and hospitable, I couldn't have asked for better service. I started off with the Sake Martini which honestly wasn't that good. I should've mentioned it and asked for another drink but I don't know why I didn't. The olives also weren't pitted which I've never had a martini with the olives still containing the pits. I almost bit into it but luckily I didn't take a hard bite. The food was a much better experience! Pulpo carpaccio - hot damn this was one of the biggest surprises of the night because it was so good. Thick sliced octopus that was so soft and tender, soaked in an amazingly rich red wine vinaigrette, and tons of shaved parmesan. The octopus with parmesan was such an unexpected pairing and it tasted amazing together. They also serve crispy tostadas on the side for the perfect bite of texture and flavors. The parmesan is thick sliced but still buttery soft. The pulpo comes with a side of pistachio chili oil that completely rocked my world. I was putting that on EVERYTHING, even eating it on its own with the tostada crisps. I would buy this by the bottle, they seriously need to consider selling it. Snapper chicharron taco - This was so unique and delicious. Super crispy snapper skin turned into a chicharron taco, with fresh guacamole, tangy tomatillo, and crunchy pickled onions. This is a must. Scallops au gratin - Holy shit this was outstanding. Buttery soft scallops coated in a rich thick layer of gruyere and parmesan. I could eat a bucket of this. Snapper ceviche - I will say this was the only step-down for the night, the snapper itself was soft and soaked up the leche de tigre well, but I think there were just too many "other" components like the onions and tomatoes . . . and it also came with the snapper skin chicharron but it had been sitting in the sauce too long and became soggy and soft, more difficult to chew and eat. Salmon otoro tostada - THIS was my favorite of the night and another amazingly good surprise. A tostada topped with labneh, chimichurri, caviar, and half with cured salmon and the other half with otoro tuna. WOW. That salmon was insane. Like psych ward insane. It's cured so well to become gummy like candy while holding so much strong flavor as if it had been smoked. The tuna was rich and soft while maintaining the firmness of fresh tuna. This was the best way to end the night. I will absolutely be back!

Decor is great, and we had high hopes after reading some reviews about the food. We went at 5 pm Friday evening. Didn't know it but happy hour lasted til 5:30. I ordered Sauv Blanc, waiter said " which one?" and left me to find it myself. It's a very extensive wine menu which is great but his silent wait was weird. Help me out here. The dozen oysters were excellent, and only $18 but they forgot the horseradish or Tabasco . Waiter brought it up, not me. But then he had to be asked for it again. Nearing 530 it really wasn't busy anymore. We had planned on dinner not just happy hour. But there was so little interest on the part of the wait staff, we didn't order our ceviche and tacos as planned. Check also did not come til requested because staff was visiting with each other. We really expected a better experience.

The restaurant and ambiance itself is beautiful Service was busy but nice and apologetic about delays The issue is the food Maybe it was an off day but the blue crab noodles were so salty The aguachile negro had little to no flavor the sauce had the consistency of ketchup Only ate it because it was too busy to send back and it was too expensive to go to waste

I had the oysters rockefeller- Holy wow! They were not traditional at all, however delicious ! I ordered 6 for my friend and I and then moments later I ordered 6 more! The wine was very good as well. I will definitely be back! The restaurant is nice & welcoming

There's open seating outside and inside. The photos I saw online made it looked a lot bigger than it is so it's a good thing we made a reservation. Food was amazing, we got 5 different dishes and shared and were still able to eat more so ended up ordering another order which was the Salmon skin Taco, 6 oysters, and a guava cheesecake for the 2 of us. The oysters were so refreshing, but my favorite dish was the uni Toast that comes with this chili oil sauce that compliments it really well. Our waitress was great and very attentive. Overall great experience and reasonable pricing.

While walking through Little Italy, we saw that Crudo had a fantastic happy hour so we sat down on Thursday afternoon. I started with their Paloma which was tangy and refreshing. My husband had the Saktini Lychee and it was deliciously sweet, however we didn't taste much alcohol. We decided to order a few appetizers to snack on. We had their Tuna bites, Shrimp ceviche and a dozen oysters. The tuna bites were yummy but we wished the bread was a little crispier. I wanted more texture. I really enjoyed the shrimp ceviche and the portion is generous for a happy hour appetizer. We really enjoyed the oysters - they were fairly big and tasted very fresh. I do wish they gave us some background on where the oysters came from though. While dining in, I felt like I was on the coast of Greece or some where in the Mediterranean, just enjoying fresh seafood. It was a very relaxing experience. Their happy hour is everyday and their oysters are $1 during happy hour! Considering the location, size and quality of the oysters...you really cannot beat that!

Found this place on Yelp and it's in little Italy. Very cute place and offer happy hour during the week. We got there at 4 on a Monday, so no wait and the sever was but very attentive and polite. We pretty much for half of the menu to try and my favorites are the scallops, the aqua chile, and spicy shrimp taco. The portion is small, and meant to be shared like a tapa.

Food was wonderful, I ordered 3 items, and I inhaled it! My friend and I both agreed that the best surprise to this meal is the house chili sauce. I know it sounds weird, but a few drops of the chili sauce really helped the flavors of EVERYTHING we put it on. Just a few drops or even a light drizzle and even the crackers were ahhmazing. The seafood is obviously good, but WITH the chili sauce it truly completed every bite. Service was good, they checked in several times throughout our meal, and the interior decorations and wallpaper were really inviting. I would absolutely come here again, but next time, I'll ask if they sell that chili oil.

Who can complain about fresh fish, great location, knowledgable staff, and perfect wine pairings for their dishes? As a prior resident of downtown San Diego, I will state that seafood spots are popular and very seldom disappoint-- Crudo Cevicheria is one of those that doesn't disappoint. When visiting the area I previously called home, I am sure to drop in here for happy hour or pre-dinner appetizers. The only reason I docked it one star was for two hiccups I forget about each visit: * When sitting outside, there is no built out patio area in the street dining area like other restaurants. So unfortunately your dining experience tends to be at a slant and/or your table and chairs are wobbly. * The tostadas/chips are a bit disappointing. I wish they would up their game on that front as the ones they serve are very store-bought and they somewhat take away from the wonderful dishes.

Very cool Spot to have drinks. Our bartender was great, she made our drinks well. I love the layout of the bar. Inside and outside seating. I I'll be stopping by to try the oysters.

Pinkies up bitches!!! This is decadence in it's purest form, and you know it when the dishes come out because they're tiny...but in a good way. We ordered the black mamba tostada and yellowtail tiratado knowing that they were going to be on tiny saucer plates but we also know how incredibly packed with flavor these dishes were gonna have. Legit, you have to eat these plates with your pinkies up and close your eyes because there is so much going on! The tostado had so many different proteins swimming in my mouth that I had to swish the food across my tongue to truly appreciate the different sea delicacies. But the uni stood out and I'm glad it did because it should be the star of the show. Now the yellowtail tiratado was luscious...the caviar gives you the taste of the Pacific Ocean while the yuzu gosho makes it very Japanese...decadence at it's purest form. So when you're tired of pasta or pizza in Little Italy, get you some umami at Crudo and PINKIES UP BITCHES!!!

Went for happy hour oysters... thought they were $1 a piece (price online) but they were $1.50 on the actual menu. Most of the oysters were fresh, there were a handful in our 3 dozen that were a little borderline extra ocean tasting! Tried other items on the happy hour menu, they were nice tasting but definitely on the snack size portion side. Service was a little slow but restaurant has a cool vibe to it

If I could give this place 6 stars I would! We had a great late lunch here. The sun came out just as we sat down for a patio table and the music was giving off just the right chill vibes. We ordered the blue fin tostada, soft shell crab tacos, and the aguachile verde. All deliciously fresh and beautifully presented. The lemonade was light and sour not too sweet. And the service was amazing - very attentive, helped us make our food selections AND brought out a scrumptious pan de elote at the end because we were celebrating a birthday! So nice. We would definitely come back.

Do you love fresh fish, delicious flavor combinations, and elegant vibes? Then Crudo is the place for you! I honestly came in thinking of grabbing some oysters but once I saw the menu, I had to try at least a tostada and an aguachile. The staff are very knowledgeable and helpful if you're uncertain what to get. Service was quick and the chefs were so sweet, considering it was a fully packed night. I sat at the bar and got: - Paloma cocktail: spicy and fresh! - Blue Crab Tostada: are you KIDDING me?! The crunch of the tortilla and softness of the crab combined with the tangy-creamy sauce was so heavenly. Probably my favorite dish in San Diego - Aguachile Campechano: I was torn between this and the Aguachile Verde but the gochujang and yuzu sauce convinced me. A little spicy, a little tangy, and a perfect pairing with my Paloma. I loved how tender the octopus was and all of the fish married well with all of the flavors of the dish. - I didn't get it but the Oyster Uni shot looked amazing ;) A great place for work, a date, meeting with your friends, or to come by yourself!

This place was awesome. It's a mash of sushi and Mexican style seafood. Not the normal restaurant we'd try , but everything was really good. Drinks were amazing. The service was outstanding. Checked with us every so often had good recommendations. The place was very nice huge bar if you want to sit and watch the chefs or they have tables if that's preferred. Vibe was great in the heart of Little Italy. We will be back for sure.

Nice spot for seafood. The oysters, aguachile, and ceviche were all fresh. A bit pricey but it is in the heart of Little Italy in San Diego. Service was slow but friendly. Overall I enjoyed it!

A year ago we happened to drop in on this place when we had 1 day in San Diego and it was such a lucky find, we had the most perfect lunch ever. I've been thinking about that meal ever since and sent all my friends there whenever they're in San Diego. A year later, we happened to have just 1 day in San Diego again (11/29) and of course we must return. Sadly it did not live up to the hype in my mind. I ordered almost exactly the same dishes from last time. Everything was so SALTY. All I tasted was salt. Our plan was to order a few dishes and order more as we go but we just stopped after the first round, we couldn't continue. Even the guacamole didn't taste the same, didn't look freshly made and had a watery consistency. Idk if it was an off night or not but it was really disappointing.

This small local restaurant offers indoor seating and outdoor patio seating on India. The style is very clean, fresh and contemporary. We ordered a variety of seafood tostadas from crab to shrimp. The shrimp one was the best! We ordered their oysters on the half shell. It was very fresh and delicious with their custom vinaigrette. Service here was very good. They offer beer and wine here which pairs well with many dishes. Parking can be hard to find during prime time hours. Overall, a great ceviche place with awesome seafood.

We had our eyes on this spot for a trip. We were able to get in and get seated quickly for a lunch. Wait staff was excellent, knowledgeable, and accommodating to our kids. Food was excellent and the menu had a lot of items we were not able to try. The Uni was fantastic and the restaurant has a prime location in little Italy. Would come back anytime!

I was in town for the day for work last week and wanted to reward myself with some wine and food after a tough morning /early afternoon. Fun fact- I actually was on my way to another restaurant when I past Crudo and went back to eat there. The ambiance is open and breezy with a modern rock /pop en español playlist on the speakers. There are fun nautical mermaid touches throughout. The food was fresh and presented beautifully. I opted for a classic cocktail de mariscos and then a more modern snapper ceviche. Since I was sitting at the bar I was able to see how clean the operation was . And the wine list was epic. I had three glasses of Albariño myself but they really curate that list (they were even tasting some ports to add to the menu when I was there). Service was great and friendly. They weren't really busy since it was relatively early so I didn't have to compete for attention. I will totally come back because there are so many food and drink options.

I was really craving some fresh fish and this spot was great for that! It's a great location being in Little Italy and has a welcoming exterior/interior. We ordered the citrus yellowtail and it was refreshing and had great flavor. We also got the two face tostada which had tuna and scallops on it. The tuna was great, but I didn't try the scallops since I'm not a fan of them. Both were served on a tostada and had tasty aiolis/sauces underneath the fish. They are a bit smaller, so I may recommend getting 2 per person. The service was good and our waiter was willing to answer any of our questions. The ambiance was great inside and I enjoyed the light feeling inside. They have a bar area to sit at, some booths and seating outside. Street parking can be tricky.

Second time Here for their happy hour. $1 oysters is my go to. Very fresh and delicious. Also got their aguachile and comes with the tostada chip that are very crispy. Definately ask for their house Chilli oil or the el yucateco chile habanero hot sause. It's soooo good with your tacos or aguachile. The staff was really nice and attentive. Its a must try is you love raw bars

Such delicious and fresh seafood. A bit overpriced for the size but I would come back! The tostada was actually incredible and I was so surprised as how good it was. Sorry I can't remember the name of it!! I let the waiter pick one for me and he made an excellent decision. Guac + tostadas were so tasty and fresh as well. Definitely would recommend!