Pac Rim is one of my favorite sushi places in Sarasota. I've gone countless times and every time I go the food is fresh, flavorful, and consistent. Everything I've tried there I've loved. My favorites are their summer rolls, crab rangoon, Mexican roll, and their Thai tea. I mostly order lunch to-go but when I have dined-in, the service was fast and the interior clean and tidy. I will say that as compared to other sushi restaurants Pacific Rim is slightly more pricey, but apparently that isn't stopping me from going. read more

Pacific Rim - Mexican roll - Japanese Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

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Been coming here for 20+ years and can't give more compliments about the food! They are a sister restaurant to on of my favorite Thai restaurants in town (Bangkok) so you absolutely need to order the somtom salad! Sushi is always fresh and delish! read more

Terrible. Maybe an off night considering reviews but as a couple that enjoys noodles ours were soggy and off tasting.

The ambiance is sophisticated, with a moody and elegant design. The focal point of the main room is a striking limestone wall featuring a moon, illuminated trees, and large white king chairs. The space is filled with mirrors, adding to the overall aesthetic. However, the main room can be a bit noisy, and the dim lighting might make it difficult for some to read the menus. Service is notably slow, so it's best to visit when you have ample time. A good tip is to place your order as soon as the waiter arrives, as wait times can be long. Our experience took approximately two + hours, despite there being no wait to be seated and eating relatively quickly. Overall the food was good-fine. One of the dishes was the Bento Box: The tempura has a thicker, crunchier batter and the octopus slices with rice had a sweet, citrusy flavor and a thick rice texture--an interesting part worth trying. In the bento when choosing the six pieces, I got two white fish, tuna, shrimp, and fatty tuna. In addition to a ginger salad (okay) and miso soup. For the Hawaiian Roll, I wish it was a thicker mango sauce or thicker slices as the cream cheese overpowered all other flavors but it was good. Overall the atmosphere was great and the food was overall good, if not expensive from what I remember. I would go again, but there are other sushi places that I would choose over this. read more

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What an odd experience! We've been eating at Pacific Rim since it first opened. We liked the minimalist decor and the food. It had been about a year since we'd been back. We thought seating was comfortable but very ugly. The good: the Oriole roll, super light and fresh and the sake; the bad: the "shrimp" tempura was terribly bland and with three misshapen shrimp, and a giant zucchini half, fat chunks of sweet potato and squash, we ate it because we were starving. The green tea ice cream was a hard blob, impossible to eat. Our server was great, very nice and she knew that the food was mediocre! read more

Pacific Rim - Oriole roll on the left the only great item. - Japanese Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

What an elegant place across from Siesta key beach. Service was great. The Sushi and sashimi was super fresh. Haven't had this good quality in a long time. Miso soup, Siesta key roll, spicy tuna roll, edamame and coconut and green tee ice cream-all excellent. read more

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Walking in, I was impressed by the atmosphere. The restaurant was extremely well laid out and the seating and decor was fun and modern. It would be good for family, date night, or even an event. You won't be disappointed by the environment. Our waitress was amazing - super knowledgeable about the menu and widely helpful. I went with family who had questions about every menu item and she was extremely sweet to give her opinion and insights. She was fantastic. I got the chicken Keow-Tiew and it was absolutely fantastic. I looove soup, especially in the fall and this was everything I'd hope for - warm, aromatic, flavorful, and full of chicken and veggies. Huge portion too! You won't be disappointed. My party also got the ribeye and the teriyaki chicken which they both enjoyed. I would say these are great options but I would opt for wok or sushi if you're looking for a more authentic meal. read more

Pacific Rim - Noodle Soup Bowl (keow-tiew) - Japanese Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

Great staff, bar and the food is delicious!!!!! A SRQ staple. Family owned business and dedication to community philanthropy. read more

Average at best . Small shrink, over cooked chicken, definitely not authentic and over-priced!

Food and service was amazing!! Everything was fresh and so good. Everyone was very welcoming!

The sushi was great. Our server was great. The fried tofu appetizer now has me liking tofu ! Finally ! I had great company so in my eyes everything was beautiful. read more

An 11 out of 10... divine dining....at keast when we were there! Party of 4 and we were given an excellent table...comfy high back chairs and a panoramic view of the place...The sushi chefs were so busy...putting up some interesting and beautifully executed rolls, sashimi and dishes...it was Fruday night so very busy...reservations ahead of time are a must. Our server was Ana ( from Brazil ). She provided us with a white glove (figuratively speaking) setvice with no concerns here. She knew her menu, drinks etc. and helped us pair so many different dishes. I swear we tried so many dishes, each one as delicious if not better than the last. They serve Thai food also but our first visit...we were there for sushi!!! I am certain that it is amazing though. I believe a husband/wife team manage or own this restaurant and they made themselves visible all night to their guests...working the floor. (in a good way!) - Parking is tight...didn't see valet so call ahead for ideas on where outside of the lot is best to park...Fairly priced...I/we will be back to try the Thai food next. Tip well please. The team works hard to provide exceptional service... and a top quality experience. read more

Pacific Rim - Dining Ambiance - Japanese Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

Wonderful meal at Pacific Rim this evening. The food was amazing. Service was on it. Thanks Jennifer. And the bar staff was fire!! I strongly recommend the love boat! read more

The exterior of this place doesn't serve it justice, inside is pretty fancy. We called ahead to get a reservation but were told that there are only outdoor pots available, however when arriving on our scheduled time there were plenty of seats indoors so we opted in for that. Their martinis are class, would recommend toasted coconut, really good. The selection of maki rolls is top notch as well and all food was super fresh and served on a big plate garnished with orange. The only downside of this place is sometimes parking may be hard to find right by the restaurant so make sure you arrive 5 min early to find parking. read more

Pacific Rim - Empress zoe - Japanese Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

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Nice lunch I received a very welcoming greeting when I walked in for lunch, always a good start to a meal. My hostess, who was also my server, did an excellent attentive job. I was seated in a room near the itamae sushi chef. High back chairs impeccably placed around their respective tables and large mirrors on one side gave the impression of a classy spacious place. For this visit I opted for their Wok lunch special with pork loin and their Garlic sauce, they offer 8 different sauce options. Additionally, I ordered a bowl of their Miso Soup. The soup was brought to the table in just a couple of minutes and it was delicious, great flavor. Once that was finished my lunch special was dropped off. While it didn't look like very much food, by the time I finished it I was satisfied I had enough to eat. It was also very good with tender meat and was easy to eat. All in all, it was a nice lunch. read more

Pacific Rim - Garlic Wok with Pork Loin - Japanese Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

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This is THE place to go if you want the best sushi and service in town. The ambiance is amazing, the beautiful girls are welcoming knowledgeable and anticipate your every need! It's super fun on the weekends when they celebrate birthdays, during the week it feels like a Cheers bars where "Everybody knows your name". There is a sense of quality food, standards, and hospitality that keeps you coming back. Highlights ; Let the staff choose some sushi for you, you WONT be disappointed! But I love the google roll and Orieles roll! Red curry duck Tuna carpaccio!!! Always add avocado and jalapeño APPETIZER to not be missed !!!!!! Coconut martini !!! Sake bombs!!!! ITS A MUST if you're in the area . Recommend a reservation for a table for sure ! read more

Great food and service. Sushi is fantastic and really great cocktails. I wish they had a location further south closer to where we live

Great service and delicious fresh sushi. Also has a killer sushi burrito that I could eat everyday.

We tried to get reservations and I left Message so we just pulled up and they sat us right away. The food and service Was really good. Waitress was prompt And friendly. Food was very good will come back read more

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I had the spicy salmon roll, and pork fried rice. Both dishes were really good. The restaurant has a nice vibe, and good ambiance. read more

Food was absolutely delicious, service was excellent and the ambience sooooo layback just want stay there eating and having my glass of wine with our friends that are like family! My opinion... THE BEST IN TOWN. read more

Went there maybe 15 years ago and it was poor to say the least. I recently moved to within walking distance so my wife and I gave it another try. I'm happy to say everything was 100% better , decor was modern, service was great and the food was amazing. Atmosphere was noisy but we liked it. We will be returning for sure. read more

The food is not as good as the ambiance, and even the ambiance needs some updating/repairs (such as the chair covers). There are too many excellent places in the area, so we have no need to return here. Oh well. read more

Absolutely amazing sushi! This is my favorite sushi place of all time in Sarasota. Not only the service is very good, the service is also excellent. I highly recommend this place if you want high quality food and fun vibe! read more

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My friend and I had a very nice dinner at Pacific Rim. The food was quite good, especially the green curry. Most important, the service was excellent. Our lovely server Francesca was attentive, engaging and responsive without being intrusive. Every request was met with a smile and prompt delivery, and her wonderful attitude made us feel right at home. The relaxed atmosphere in the main dining room was the perfect place for a catchup dinner with a longtime friend. We hung out for a couple of hours and never felt rushed. Thanks for a great evening! read more

We were visiting elderly relatives who recommended this place. Near a hospital, in a strip mall, on a busy street...never would've found this 'gem'. But this for Aunt B having a 'jones' for sushi...off we go into what felt like a magical space. Greeted by total welcome ... but, we're just doing take out ... no problem. Surveying the vast array of fresh sushi grade fish, soups and wider choices we ordered $80+ worth of their fare - Spiders, Unakyu, Gyoza, Poke Bowls and a few Miso soups. As we waited we watched as the place filled up with devoted regulars and followers. Not only was the fare over the top but the value won a top spot on our Sarasota must return list. ありがとう Arigatō read more

Went in for a quick, late nosh. Service was friendly and helpful. Restaurant has a casual and comfortable atmosphere. Sushi hit the spot - it was fresh and well crafted. Would definitely return again. read more

Pacific Rim - Japanese Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

Good lord I'm about to bust Alright this one went hard in the paint. Beef pad Thai, the noodles were just thin but wide enough (dream girl) to absolutely fill your mouth with the sauce. The beef also blended perfectly with the sauce that delivered a wonderful chew to the noodles. The sauce itself was the perfect consistency to cling to the beef and noodles while still holding a fantastic concentration to it's taste. I also hit a blinker on my sisters shrimp (sister pictured) and the sushi was great too, but I only had a few pieces. 10/10 prices were good great lighting and environment IDEAL quality date spot but it was a little higher in the cost zone so expect price for quality. read more

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Best sushi I've had in Sarasota. Clean, nice vibe, too. Friendly servers. I shall return! read more

Pacific Rim - Spicy Salmon Roll. Beautifully presented, hastily devoured - Japanese Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

Had a reservation at 6:00 pm, it was crowded and incredibly noisy. The music in the bar was so loud you can hear it when you first enter the restaurant. Service was very slow, took forever to get a drink order in, and then to finally receive them. Food was very good, but the noise and bad service ruined it for our group. read more

Some of the highest quality sushi in Sarasota! Quick Summary: Pacific Rim is a great choice if you're looking for some quality sushi in the Sarasota/Bradenton area. The menu is extensive, and there are some great signature sushi rolls. It's located in a strip mall type building, and parking can be a bit of a pain, especially during peak times, but boy is it worth it! This restaurant has many selections from several different Asian cultures that creates a rather well rounded menu for all to enjoy! Would I Recommend This Restaurant? Yes The Food: This is definitely a quality over quantity restaurant. The portions are decent for the price, but after paying for two rolls, it's the equivalent of going to an all you can eat sushi buffet. In my personal opinion, quality is greater than quantity, which gives Pacific Rim a big win. Non-quality sushi is very sketchy, but virtually every roll I had here was fresh and top quality. During one of my visits, I even re-ordered one of the rolls I had gotten already because it left my mouth watering and craving more of it. Do yourself a favor and order the Hot Lava Roll. Trust me, you'll thank me later! The only downside to the sushi for me is the excessive use of cream cheese in their rolls. I'm a traditional sushi type of person, and I don't enjoy cream cheese in my sushi at all, but you can always ask for it without it, or to have it on the side, so this wasn't an issue. If you love cream cheese in your sushi, you'll be happier than a pig in poop. I had two noodle dishes during my visits. The Drunken Noodles and the Siam Noodles. The Drunken Noodles were good, but nothing out of this world. The Siam Noodles were excellent though! Pure creamy deliciousness. The red curry flavor shines through like a star, and the heat is pretty low for those who don't like spicy dishes. All in all, there wasn't a single thing I ordered that I didn't enjoy. Service and Staff: Typically the staff here is great. They answer the phones and are professional. Crazy that in this day and age that's a highlight in a review and not standard. The wait staff is always friendly and attentive. During my last visit, I did have 2 different waitresses get confused on which of them was waiting my table. I'll give them the benefit of the doubt though that it was because it was 7pm on a Saturday night. They eventually got it straightened out, and all was well. The noise was pretty loud, but not much you can do about that with a full house on a Saturday night. The music could be a pinch lower, but if you don't have anyone who's hard of hearing with you, you should be fine. Over all, the staff and service here is great! Final Thoughts: Pacific Rim is my favorite sushi place I've found so far in Sarasota. The quality is unrivaled by any other sushi restaurants, and I find myself recommending them over all other Sushi places in the area. If you enjoy Sushi, or Asian food in general, pop on in to Pacific Rim, and grab a bite! Stay fresh Mother Fooders! :p read more

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The food was absolutely amazing and the presentation was beautiful. The attention to detail, and devotion to guest service is outstanding. They make you feel like family I can't wait to come back and try more dishes. Keep up the great work!" read more

Pacific Rim never fails to deliver! They provide the freshest food and the presentation is amazing! The vibe is super cool and the service is excellent! This is a great spot to celebrate a birthday, a special night, or just any night! This place is top notch! read more

Whenever I am in Sarasota and I am craving sushi, Pacific rim is the place to go. They have one of my favorite sushi rolls ever, the Atlantic roll. Great staff and great service! read more

Pacific Rim - Atlantic roll - Japanese Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

Best sushi in town!! Food is super fresh!! Top quality food. I have eaten here several times and always superb!! Staff is always great especially Kae!! (Kā) Every time I have friends in town this is where they want to eat!! read more

Amazing place !!! Definitely go here if you are in the area and want some sushi. It's modest on the outside but the vibe on the inside is immaculate and they play such good music. The service was exceptional (we had a party of 30!) and the owner came around and greeted us all. He has been running the place for 22 years and does a great job. The drink were great. The food was great (we had the miso soup, edamame, chicken lettuce wraps, some rolls, and the shishimi dinner) Will definitely be coming back! read more

Pacific Rim - Sydney's birthday cocktail Hand delivered by the owner - Japanese Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

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If you're looking for a great intimate, quiet sushi restaurant look no further. One of my hubby and I'd favorite. Super fresh sushi and chili oils and sauces galore. read more

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Great sushi, great atmosphere and the servers are wonderful! The hot lava roll might be the best dinner for the money in all of Sarasota!

Had dinner here tonite with wife for the first time. Nice ambiance. Parking on street was ample. We shared an order of chicken lettuce wraps--messy, but good. We both had a ginger salad. She had cashew nut chicken for an entree. I had the Thai vegetables with chicken. They have 4 heat levels--mild, medium, hot and Thai Hot .I got medium which was perfect (when my scalp starts itching, I know it's just right.) The well-dressed owner stopped by the table to thank us for coming. Our server was friendly and attentive. There wasn't a single thing we didn't like. We hope to return on our next trip. read more

It's been (at least!) a year since I've visited...can't believe it's been that long, but hey, time's weird these days. The seating at the sushi bar is now these comfy padded armless deco chairs set up as two-tops. Amazing whether you're 1 or 2, and frankly, much cushier. You still can't view the sushi chefs, but you couldn't before, either. Some things are sacred. I'll be back, for sure, because Pacific Rim has the atmosphere, fresh/creative/expertly-created food, extensive cocktail menu down, and it's all awesome. For now, thanks Pacific Rim, for sharing a much-needed mid-week break. Try the Starburst for something refreshingly comforting! read more

Pacific Rim - Starburst with a glass of Butter Chardonnay. Art meets Delicious in a soul-comforting setting. - Japanese Near Me - Sarasota, Florida