Wrench and Rodent Seabasstropub
Sushi restaurant · Oceanside ·
Inventive sushi & seafood with local fish, sustainable, no-waste approach
Inventive sushi & seafood with local fish, sustainable, no-waste approach
"In South Oceanside, this irreverent sushi-adjacent spot minimizes waste and embraces sustainable fishing practices while playfully subverting tradition—dry-aging fish to deepen flavor, serving untraditional items like anchovy nigiri, and impressing with plant-based “Rodent” rolls, a name chosen for its lightheartedness and irreverence. First opened in 2013, it continues to push guests’ expectations of sushi." - Noah Lederman
"A revered Oceanside sushi project by chef Davin Waite known for unconventional but reverential takes on sushi and for pushing boundaries in coastal sushi expression." - Kelly Bone
"Much like the odd name suggests, this is an eclectic spot where diners can expect the unexpected. Here, chef Davin Waite combines his French and Japanese training to bring an adventurous approach to sushi. With an emphasis on locally sourced fish and produce, Waite’s outpost offers a set sushi menu, a $90 nigiri and sashimi omakase experience, and a list of specials that change daily. If you’re going to take a turn from the traditional, do it here." - Roxana Becerril
"The seafood-focused gastropub isn’t your standard sushi restaurant. Chef Davin Waite’s unconventional nigiri, sashimi, and maki (“wrench” are rolls that are packed with fish; “rodent” rolls are plant-based) creations are as eclectic as the steam-punk atmosphere. His two omakase options showcase daily ocean catches or vegan alternatives. Order from the full sake menu along with cocktails, beers, and wines." - Candice Woo, Helen I. Hwang
"The seafood-focused gastropub isn’t your standard sushi restaurant. Chef Davin Waite’s unconventional nigiri, sashimi, and maki (“wrench” are rolls that are packed with fish; “rodent” rolls are plant-based) creations are as eclectic as the steam-punk atmosphere. His two omakase options showcase daily ocean catches or vegan alternatives. Order from the full sake menu along with cocktails, beers, and wines." - Candice Woo, Helen I. Hwang