Our favorite sushi spot in town! Always a great time to hang with friends and eat good food at Godai!

I just want to take the time to give this place some love. This was such and amazing sushi spot. Adrianna was the friendliest server with great recommendations and a wonderful personality. Sadly I took no pictures of my food because we ate it instantly! The sushi tasted fresh, the drinks were great! I hope to be back soon! read more

I have to admit that when my husband and I first moved to (SA)TX we had zero expectations when searching for sushi restaurants to try. Fast forward almost 3 yrs later and we have found some true sushi gems here. At the top of my list now is Godai after our first visit last night. I saw a post by a local SATX Foodie and even then I had no expectations despite the raving reviews, I always like to try a restaurant and decide for myself. Right when you walk in you're greeted in Japanese which I've always loved because it makes me feel welcome. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The aesthetic of the restaurant is very authentic japanese; minimalist with unique touches and details like the hanging round lanterns in the center of the main dining area.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The main attraction however, that you can't miss as soon as you walk in is the chef "Korean Cowboy" as he calls himself, working his magic all by himself, carefully and diligently crafting beautiful and delicious sushi. Our server was very nice and attentive. She informed us that it was happy hour and certain drinks and appetizers were half off. We started out order right away. For our appetizers we ordered spicy edamame which was the most unique version I've tried thus far. It had 2 orange slices in the center for flavor and garnish as a chili powder that blended the tangy and spicy flavors and paired perfectly. I loved both the presentation and the taste. We also ordered shishito peppers which were just as tasty. A highlight for me (recently) has been Hamachi Kama (yellowtail collar) I believe it's an uncommon item to order and highly underrated. I learned about it from my husband and anytime we see it on a menu we order it. It was perfectly seasoned and cooked. Next, we ordered our rolls and nigiri. The rolls we ordered were: the sunny roll and the cherry blossom roll. Both were absolutely delicious. You can instantly taste the quality of fish and experience in the craft of sushi when you've eaten enough sushi in your life. My husband is without a doubt a sushi connoisseur, or the "sushi sensei" as I like to call him. So when we agree on loving a restaurant I know we've discovered a new gem! Our entire order was delightful however, for me, what sets restaurants apart is the ones with the best service and quality of food alike. The chef, "Korean Cowboy" came to our table and said he included some Saba (Mackerel) on the house, he was proud of his craft and said he'd like our opinion. To be honest, I had not had Saba in years because in the past it was very very fishy and I did not enjoy it. This Saba was phenomenal (I'm not getting paid to say this) lol. Chef KC explained to us that Saba has to be "dressed" well in order to taste good. It wasn't good, it was GREAT! It was smoky, soft and melted in my mouth dressed perfectly indeed. I think it's safe to say this is by far my new favorite sushi restaurant and my husband concurs. We will definitely be regulars here for as long as we live in TX! Just fyi, they also offer Omakase as well as many other options like Ramen and Korean dishes. Can't wait to taste and experience it all! Enjoy! SYOY! read more

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The food was great and the owner is very friendly. The Beef Bulgogi was perfect, not too sweet, with more of a variety of vegetables rather than just onions as often served by other Korean restaurants. The Galbi Ribs were excellent too. Definitely give it a try. read more

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Amazing service!! lovely soup and even better sushi:) [[HIGHLIGHT]]Always love coming here with friends and family[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

We miss Goro, but the food from the new owners is still high quality fresh fish. Isabella took good care of us. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The only downside was a lack of air conditioning. Muggy enough to make the water glass sweat[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. The house salad is simple and as good as ever. We had the shashito pappers as an appetizer. We didn't care for the sweetness. Olive oil, salt, and garlic is all that's needed. I had to wash up after that. The sashimi is still large and fresh. For some reason they torched the Escolar. We prefer it raw. The spicy tuna roll was good, with a decent amount of heat. The Rainbow Roll was good, but I forgot they use fake crab. The ceviche roll was large and tasty. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Spacious place, good food and great selections.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Those peppers, don't be fooled, some are spicy! We got rolls, forgot to take pictures. Dr. Jeremy roll was delicious with the crispy salmon skin. Besides the rolls, try their Korean bbq short ribs, delicious! We had a great time with great service. Waiter kept refilling our drinks. Location is out of the way but we'd be back when in the area! read more

Godai - SHISHITO PEPPERS - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Never again. Godai has officially lost our business. We had just gotten back from traveling and decided sushi sounded perfect for dinner, so we ordered through Uber Eats to avoid driving. I ordered a spider roll and a California roll, and my wife ordered a shrimp roll. Unfortunately, everything went downhill fast. First, there was zero flexibility with customization. My wife doesn't like masago and wasn't allowed to remove it--she literally had to scrape it off the roll herself. On top of that, the avocado on her roll was brown with hard bumps. It was gross and clearly not fresh. Then there was the packaging. My spider roll, which is always premium-priced, was thrown into a regular to-go box and completely fell apart during delivery--sushi everywhere when we opened it. Meanwhile, the California roll came in a proper sushi tray. Did they run out of containers? It made no sense. Between the lack of customization, poor packaging, and questionable ingredient quality, this experience was incredibly disappointing. Needless to say, this was our last time ordering from here. read more

Godai - California Roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Very friendly staff and peaceful atmosphere with a good variety of seafood.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Server was helpful in explaining menu and making suggestions. read more

I'd like to say I've tried most sushi places in San Antonio and Godai by far is my favorite! From the food to the service this place was excellent. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance and the style of this sushi restaurant is exactly what most people look for, the vibe was calm and intimate.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I think Godai really captures the elements of tradition, service, and taste. I was very impressed with the delicacy of the fish and the preparation, it really helped with the flavors and enjoyment all together. The Korean cowboy as he is called is a master at his craft. He took the time to greet us and offer explanation of his one of a kind Saba nagiri. I've tried a lot of places and this saba was by far the best. The entire staff was very polite and helpful, they really made us feel welcomed and all together my wife and I had a very peaceful and lovely date night. Happy hour on Sundays is where it's at, we had the chance to try all of our favorites. This place was very special and I can confidently say it is now our go to sushi spot. read more

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Such a cute little spot in San Antonio. The owner just re-opened this place several weeks ago, and brining brand new service and tasty food to San Antonio. If you are looking for great sushi spot, this is the place for you. The mood is great, service is excellent and you definitely don't want to miss the chef special. If you like to entertain, sit on the bar area, Steve is here to make sure your dinner experience is unforgettable. read more

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Fast fresh and filling such a hole in the wall feel you have to try it out. The service was awesome our drinks and needs were all met in a timely manner. read more

Godai - Tonkatsu pork Raman - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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nowhere near the okd godai: limited options in comparison, prices skyrocketing, 1st thing given to us: miso soup: awfully salty, tasteless while the old godai's was delucious like nowhere... We left before ordering. read more

I am writing this review with a very sad heart! The old Godai was really my favorite sushi spot in San Antonio. The chef used to call and notify when he brings different fish from Japan we would go and he makes us special dishes off the menu... I was driving by and I saw the restaurant open.... Decided to check it out and see what's going on still having the same name. It was so disappointing... the flavors everything went down hill! It is a new ownership. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place feels nostalgic and the ambiance feels like a large izakaya in Japan[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The service was ok the girl who served us was very friendly. They have a very cheap omakase deal which I will go check out soon for one last chance read more

Godai - In search of the best ramen in town. This one was legit noodles were thick and just a bit soggy - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

[[HIGHLIGHT]]The outside looks a little rough, but the service and food are excellent.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] These pics are from two sittings, one week apart. The tempura bento was disappointing in that it was small for the price, but it was perfectly cooked. Hamachi grilled jaw bone - surprised to see this on the menu and it was delicious. Tracy roll - refreshing and had the perfect yuzu flavor. Nigiri plate and sushi boat - the rice was perfectly cooked and seasoned and the fish pieces were the perfect size. This is probably now my 2d favorite sushi place in San Antonio. read more

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Came by on a Friday evening, service was great. I don't recall his name but our server was very friendly and was always there when the tables needed anything. I am more of a sashimi gal, the table ordered rolls. While well executed, the flavor pairings were a bit off to me. Especially the salmon skin roll, had a very odd taste and the skin was soggy. I did notice they have great sales for everyday and I believe like 15% during HH. Maybe I just ordered the wrong things, will be back to give it another shot. read more

Very unique Japanese restaurant. The sushi was great and the service was outstanding. Truly recommended.

We stopped by Godai because we saw that this was ranked #3 sushi in San Antonio. I am not sure if it was an old list we saw because I don't think Godai was a hit. Our server, I believer her name was Hannah, with long auburn hair, was great and very attentive. However, that was the highlight of the meal. Miso and salad were complimentary with the meal. The salad had so much dressing and was dripping off the lettuce. The miso soup was ok, a little on the salty side. We started with the Special Hamachi Sashimi. The first thing I noticed was the black plate did not look very clean and had smudges all over. There was a very small amount of ponzu sauce for the dish. This is usually our favorite shared appetizer and we did not finish this plate. Next up were some nigiri pieces, salmon, tuna, and white tuna. The salmon nigiri is always my go to when trying a new sushi restaurant however, this was very lacking and I actually did not eat the second piece. The nigiri pieces were a generous portion for the price but they were more "dissolve in your mouth" not "melt in your mouth". The chirashi bowl was lackluster. I've never had a chriashi bowl where I kept finding pieces of ginger throughout the dish. The tuna was a bit grainy and felt chalky in my mouth. Most of the fish tasted very "fishy". The rice was not usually what I get in a chriashi bowl - it was kind of crunchy and piece-y, not the usual glistening with a hint of the rice vinegar. The seaweed salad included was pretty good though. The shaved white carrot atop the dishes were also not the usual translucent white. Later that night and through the next day I found myself running to the bathroom. Overall, I would not recommend Godai and would not return. They do have good prices for the portion and good service but that is it. There are other sushi restaurants in San Anontio with better quality. read more

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So glad this place is open again! Chef KC and Kamryn took good care of us, definitely recommend the sushi boat! read more

Godai - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Great eats! Brussel sprouts were delicious. Great selection of sushi rolls. Satisfied! Great service, friendly staff.

To dine at Godai is to immerse oneself in a realm where the culinary arts are not merely performed but are elevated to a discipline of ceremonial precision, each course unfolding as a studied meditation on balance, restraint, and the pursuit of gustatory perfection. [[HIGHLIGHT]]From the moment one crosses the threshold into its subtly appointed interior, characterized by a minimalist aesthetic that privileges refinement over spectacle, it becomes clear that the experience to follow is guided not by ostentation, but by a philosophical adherence to the core principles of Japanese culinary integrity.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The staff, exhibiting a demeanor that marries consummate professionalism with an almost instinctive awareness of the diner's rhythm and needs, execute their duties with such unbroken grace and discretion that the progression of the meal appears to occur outside of time itself, as though choreographed by an unseen hand devoted entirely to the preservation of calm. Each preparation, whether it be an understated cut of sashimi presented in austere silence or a succession of nigiri placed before the guest with deliberate solemnity, reflects an almost monastic devotion to purity of form, wherein neither embellishment nor flourish is permitted to obscure the elemental perfection of the ingredient in its most unadulterated state. The rice, so often overlooked yet here prepared with such mathematical exactitude in both temperature and seasoning, serves not merely as a vehicle but as a coequal component of each bite, harmonizing with fish of such freshness and provenance that their origin seems to whisper through texture alone. [[HIGHLIGHT]]To describe this establishment as a restaurant is to err by omission; it is, more truthfully, a sanctum of tradition in which each gesture--however minute--is imbued with intentionality, reverence, and the unspoken promise that excellence, when pursued without compromise, becomes a form of transcendence.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Delicious! I ordered the sushi on lunch special - Alaskan roll and chef's choice sashimi and everything was fresh and amazing. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Service and atmosphere where perfect.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I will be back! read more

Love the new management. Was a huge fan of Goro's and the new guys are following in his footsteps as being some of the best.

The service here is good; I had a minor issue, and they resolved it promptly. I can see myself coming back to try their specials.

First time here, but turns out we love it! They just reopened and we are glad that we tried it. We sat in Sushi Bar and the chef there was very attentive and gave us a lot of recommendations. Also, the server is always checking on us if we need something. We tried the Beef Galbi, which is our favorite Galbi in town now Give this place a chance, you won't regret read more

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Delicious food, authentic and fresh! [[HIGHLIGHT]]My hubby and I enjoyed the calm ambiance.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We will definitely be returning. Our server, Adrianna, was the best! Superb service! read more

Always a treat to stop by here for their fresh seafood, reasonable prices, and relaxed atmosphere. Their portions are generous and servers are friendly and casual. It's a quiet neighborhood location and has all the basic and traditional items with a dash of new style rolls. read more

Godai - Salmon Teriyaki lunch - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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Early birthday celebration continues @godai_sushibar for dinner tonight. Dad had Lemonade, and my husband and I shared an Orion beer. Thankful for the complimentary salad and miso soup! We had the Seaweed Salad and Shrimp Tempura. Then, we shared the Yellowtail, Escolar, and Uni sashimi, and Ikura nigiri. As a San Antonio Restaurant Gold Diner's Program member, we bought one sushi roll (Dragon Roll) and got an equal/lesser value roll (Lobster Tail Roll) for free. We also had the Agedashi Tofu. For Dad's early birthday, they provided the Fried Oreo and Vanilla Ice Cream. Another Gold Diner's Program member perk is that there are select wines for $10 a bottle plus tax. Go see Goro soon and check it all out! read more

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Great experience overall. The service was really good, everyone was friendly and attentive without being overwhelming. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance stood out the most, super nice atmosphere and felt comfortable the whole time.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Definitely a place I'd come back to again. read more

Great service! we have been been here 3 times in the same week. chef and waitress are super nice and great food.

Did not enjoy the order at all. While it could have been the particular items I ordered there are much better options in the area. The fried rice had a weird after taste to me and and the sushi rolls left something to be desired and were also hard to eat. They were large sized with less pieces, this made them harder to eat and with a lot more rice than I usually like. The rice to actual fish ratio seemed off to me. Likely will not order from here again. read more

The only reason for the three stars is an extremely rude server. Not our server our server was very nice and I believe her name was Bianca, but the girl that was working with her had a bad attitude. Our server was outside, taking an order and our food became ready. I heard them ring the belt twice. The sushi chef asked the other waitress to bring us our food and in front of us she said no I've helped her three times today, I'm not doing it anymore, very unprofessional. I know the sushi chef saw that I heard probably by the expression on my face. He did send over a free seaweed salad, but that still doesn't excuse her behavior. There was no apology. I'm not sure if it was addressed but management should really address her attitude. read more

The food was delicious and the service was fantastic. The orange blossom was super yummy & so was the pork katsu. Highly recommend!

We tried the Black Dragon Roll, Spider Roll (not pictured) , and Orange blossom roll. All delicious. Service was a little slow but it's was a busy night, so not enough for me to lower my review! read more

Godai - Black Dragon Roll Orange Blossom Roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Love their lunch deals and their food is even great. Service was 10/10 and [[HIGHLIGHT]]so is the ambiance[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

The rolls are so tasty, the service is amazing. We miss Mr. Goro, but this place is in good hands. The California Crunch and the Orange Blossom were our favorites! So glad this place is reopened, we were desperate for great sushi again and couldn't stand the other sub-par sushi options. read more

Godai - a plate of sushi and rolls - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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I gotta say, I tried this place because the other sushi place owned by the same person as this one is my absolute favorite. I had to see if the deliciousness extended to Godai. It is ok. The soup and salad that come with the meal are really good, I would buy that salad dressing all day. The sushi was good, tasted fresh and had generous portions. Just not as good as my favorite love sushi place. Check out my reviews to find out where! Service was friendly and quick. If you are in the hood and craving sushi I would recommend it. read more

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We visited the GODAI reboot tonight!! Food was amazing!! And a special shout out to our favorite server, JIA, who was so charismatic and friendly and wonderful! She made our evening the best! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambience is similar to the previous ownership.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

This is my new favorite sushi spot. It doesn't look like much from the outside, but when you walk in your immediately greeted with a "Cheers" atmosphere. This meaning, everyone who came in was a regular and all the staff was very friendly and laid back. The owner also came over and was talking with everyone. Very very sweet man. We started with the Octopus and Seaweed salad, which was outstanding. My husband had gyoza and they definitely had the perfect sear on them. Then we shared the Roberta roll and the Texas Tech Roll. They were both delicious, but the Texas tech was so good we ordered a second round. The Sushi chef was so nice and she told us some rolls that we should try next time. The only thing that was a little disappointing was how there is no bar drink menu but that will definitely not stop us from from returning. Thank you for a wonderful meal! read more

Godai - Octopus and Seaweed Salad - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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Sushi is always a good option when you don't know what to have for dinner. I was introduced to Godai many years ago. I don't go as often as I wish, but when I go, I get reminded of why I return. They have many options in their menu. They have the typical rolls and then some. This time I started with edamame and ordered a few rolls to share. I can't even say which was my favorite. They were all good in their own way. I had green tea, but they do have sake and wine available Staff is great. Parking is on site. It can get busy. We arrived at 6pm and didn't have an issue getting a table. read more

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