If you're looking for really good sushi and Japanese food, I recommend this place. I saw Japanese customers dining there. It's a good sign that that they serve legit food. Enoki and egg soup is my favorite appetizer. Light broth with umami and perfect saltiness. My second favorite appetizer is agedashi tofu. So silky like pudding with light teriyaki broth. Beef roll up with scallions: beef is tender with some kind of sweet teriyaki sauce. It's pretty good. Eggplant filled with ground chicken. It looks appealing but unfortunately a bit too greasy. The sushi here is very special. The sushi rice is silky and moist. The fish piece is bigger than the rice. The eel is a must try here. It's very big compared to the rice underneath it. It very flavorful too. Mt entree is steamed salmon with seafood broth. I recommend squirting the lemon to the broth to make it taste like yuzu sauce as it lightens the whole dish and makes it less fishy. read more

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And another three years have passed, another excuse to catch up with old friends. Sagami worked out well again. PRO: I will say, if you want a place where you can sit and have a conversation, dark mood lighting (especially forgiving if the last time you saw each other alot was 20 years ago! - LOL), Sagami is an excellent choice. PRO: They don't rush you out - take your time. It was a Thursday night, so not especially busy when we came at 6:30 PM. CON: I could not find an updated menu online - I'm one of those people who like to peruse a menu in advance. I started with a vegetable tempura appetizer ($10) - excellent, light, airy, tasty. My main was the dragon roll - very tasty. Service was quite nice. Appetizers came out almost immediately, the rolls took a lot longer to get to our table. This is the kind of place where you're not paying to fill up your belly - but if you do, expect to shell out some bucks. read more

This restaurant is my husband's and my go to spot for Japanese food, and it never disappoints! The ambiance makes you feel like you're in Japan, cozy, warm, and inviting. Our absolute favorite is the chirashi bowl, so fresh and delicious. We always eat it wrapped in nori (seaweed), which makes it even better. The shrimp tempura udon is another must: light and flavorful broth, chewy noodles, and perfectly fried shrimp that are fresh and a great size. Honestly, everything here is amazing! you really can't go wrong. The service is excellent, very attentive and friendly. It does get busy on weekends, so I recommend calling ahead for a reservation. Perfect spot for a date night or a family dinner if you're looking for something truly authentic. read more

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Still love it here. Chirashi B is my go to lately. Servers are always great and this will always be one of my happy places. :) read more

Sagami - Chirashi B (with toro and uni) - Japanese Near Me - Collingswood, New Jersey

I am from Los Angeles and have had sushi all over the world including in Japan many times. I know good sushi. For years there was nothing more exciting than Sagami in New Jersey. The sushi was up there with any I've had. A small restaurant far from the Pacific with some of the most elite sushi. Fast forward to yesterday. The sushi at Sagami was unfortunately some of the worst I've ever had. Smelly, chunky and not fresh salmon, tuna and yellow tail. Poorly cut Nigiri with pieces of the fish that shouldn't be there. The chefs have clearly been replaced as have the fish suppliers. I'm so sad a sushi lover and Sagami fan for years. The only saving grace was the service - extremely kind - and the veggie tempura was fine. The spicy tuna crispy rice was whatever but glad to see new additions. read more

We went here for our anniversary. We were the first patrons of the night. I think be bought into hype in anticipation of an authentic Japanese restaurant experience. Being from Delaware, we are used to Chinese-owned sushi restaurants, so this was going to be epic. Sushi rolls were fine. Salmon Teriyaki was okay, but nothing special. The worst part was that we wanted a NY strip steak Teriyaki, and they were out (and we were the first patrons of the day). Chirashi was overrated. There wasn't much natural flavor and I felt the need to douse it with soy sauce. I did find myself forcing it down my throat to justify the cost of the chirashi bowl. If we come back, we're going to stay away for the customer favorite. read more

Went here on one of our visits after an evening at the movies but given the late hour our choices were limited so was looking forward to going back and trying other menu items and it did not disappoint. Service was great and wait staff were warm and friendly. Sushi was very good and delicious. We were happy to go back when we had more time to enjoy more of the menu options available. This would be a great date night restaurant as it is quiet and lighting gives more intimate vibes. Would highly recommend.... read more

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I have been to this restaurant many times before the change of ownership and have always like the food. It was the most authentic Japanese restaurant in South Jersey. This was my first time here after the restaurant change of ownership. The food is no longer the same. The quality has substantially dropped. The food looked and tasted like what you could get in the other Chinese owned sushi restaurants, at a lower price!! The authenticity of the sushi, what Segami was known for, has degraded. However, the service is excellent, as always. Good to see a few old faces are still there. read more

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Best place ever! Don't let the location of the exterior fool you. This place is outstanding. Lovely and warm inside. Service is efficient. The food is just fantastic. Make a reservation read more

What I had: Chef's choice sushi. My benchmarks: Harutaka (Tokyo), Kusakabe (San Francisco) and Kosaka (NYC). Needless to say, I am pretty picky. I love Sagami. You can drive to the restaurant and park in their lot. Hokkaido uni was super fresh. Bluefin toro with caviar. My 5 year old loves their broiled salmon. It is BYOB so I don't have to overspend to have super premium sake with my meal. And the price is 1/2 of the "top spots in the Philadelphia area". Sure, it is not a place to see or be seen like Royal Izakaya or Hiroki. My wife wears jeans and a t-shirt going to Sagami. But if you are looking for a kid-friendly yet super high quality sushi/sashimi, Sagami gets my #1 vote and 5 stars. read more

Sagami - Chef's choice - Japanese Near Me - Collingswood, New Jersey

Surprisingly good and not too expensive. Wouldn't get rolls again because they're small but I liked the tofu, collar, sukiyaki and tempura. Staff was nice and attentive but the restaurant was really hot read more

Sagami - Japanese Near Me - Collingswood, New Jersey

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Service was amazing. Got there a little late and we were not rushed at all nor did we feel rushed. The food was also great, some of the best sushi you can get in south jersey. read more

Food and service is consistently top-notch for this restaurant. They did have a rocky few months last year with the new owners transition, but seems to stabilized now. The prices have increased around (20%) but so has every other industry, still a good value for the quality and service that you're getting. Small minor stuff to iron out (too much raw scallions in miso soup) and then this place will be hard to get reservations again. Most of the old servers and chefs remain and the Japanese "feel" is still there. Still the best sushi in South Jersey. read more

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Boring and expensive food. Steak teriyaki seasoning is pretty boring, and it comes with no rice, and it costs close to $40. The veggie on the plate is just boiled veggie.. The pork skewer is kinda deceiving because it's 2 cubes of pork and 2 cubes of just plain onion lol.. and the meat is a little dry. The rolls are normal. The restaurant is too dark. read more

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We really liked this place, tasty sushi & chicken katsu, great old-school decor and staff that was joking, happy and really felt like family. Highly recommended! read more

I love the ambiance at this place! The romantic dim lighting and the interior decoration definitely does not match the exterior of this restaurant. My friends and my partner ordered the chirashi which actually takes a while to come out so I would put this order in early if you already know you want this item. I got the unaju which is eel rice bowl. I had asked the waitress for less rice and surprisingly they did gave me the perfect amount of rice! I was also pleasantly surprised at how much eel was in the bento. It was delicious. My partner's favorite item from the chirashi was the scallops. We also got tempura and cold tofu to share and enjoyed all the appetizers. This is a great place for a romantic sushi date and also a great dinner spot with friends. The seatings are nicely spaced out - it wasn't too loud and it was easy to have a conversation within your group. I highly recommend coming here for good authentic Japanese food! read more

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I am SOOO late in trying this place! Evidently has been serving some of the best sushi in the tri-state area for over a decade at least! Went with some friends for a bday celebration on a Friday night, no reservations and luckily got a table for 4! It got quite full by about 8pm. The owners/servers were sooo sweet. Service was exceptional. And the food?! I haven't had a sushi place blow me away like this in a very long time! Presentation, freshness and overall taste of everything was def 5 stars! I heard that one of the owners is prob 80 or so now and still making sushi at the counter! I intend on going as often as I can before he retires! And you guys should too! read more

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Fresh fish, thick cut, big restaurant with very good service. So much better than Royal Sushi Izakaya in Philly. Please everyone come here and try their fish then you would think Royal Sushi Izakaya taste like S****. read more

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We have finally found our favorite Japanese restaurant in the area. I would recommend making reservations. Everything is good and they give tea. We will be back! I ordered the seaweed salad which came with different kinds of seaweed. I have never had anything like it before. It was cool and also delicious and light! The chirashi was good too. I did notice that the chirashi bowls are made differently every time so you might not always get the exact same cuts of fish which makes it fun too! read more

Sagami - Chirashi - Japanese Near Me - Collingswood, New Jersey

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The best authentic Japanese sushi restaurant in the Philadelphia area. The charashi bowl is a must-order. It's the freshest tasting sashimi I've ever had!! You get free hot green tea. The service can be a little slow - sometimes up to an hour for your food from the sushi kitchen. However, food from the regular kitchen doesn't take too long. If you want appetizers, I would recommend the oysters and shrimp tempura. Perfect place for a celebration where you want to spend a little extra time with people. It's also BYOB! read more

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Definitely one of the best and more authentic sushi places I've had east of California. To be fair, I haven't had a lot of raw fish on the east coast, but I've been told for the Philly area that this place is top tier with authenticity and freshness. We didn't have time to go to NYC on this trip, but I think this place wasn't far behind some of the expensive and elite restaurants in NYC in terms of quality of fish. The decor however was dated here, but nothing against them for that. The servers were pretty friendly here and the service overall was great. We ordered several sushi combis and some side dishes/orders. Would highly recommend to make reservations if possible. We got lucky because we came right at opening, but even then they were hesitant to seat us since a bunch of reservations were already arriving and as we left, the parking lot was packed! read more

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Try the chirashi. It's a pile of very fresh fish atop a bowl of sushi rice. We sat at the sushi bar and saw so many of those going out that I had to try one. It was really delicious. Stopped in before a concert at the nearby Freedom Mortgage Center and it hit the spot. Excellent sushi. read more

Sagami - Tempura - Japanese Near Me - Collingswood, New Jersey

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I have been coming to Sagami for years now. I come for any big celebration like birthdays or graduations. This is by far the best and most fresh sushi you can get in the Philadelphia area. The chirashi bowl is expensive but the most bang for your buck with all the variety you get. My favorite fish is definitely the scallop. It is SO fresh and sweet! They serve free hot green tea, if you ask. During busy times, it can take up to 1 hour to get food from the sushi kitchen, but worth the wait! Meanwhile, the regular kitchen is pretty quick. I recommend the fried oysters (huge, plump, and juicy!), tempura, or agedashi tofu. The waiters are always polite. The ambiance is homey and classy. The ceiling is quite low, so watch out! This is one of my favorite places, love it here! read more

Sagami - Chirashi - Japanese Near Me - Collingswood, New Jersey

Not an enjoyable night at Sagami. I believe they are too busy for their own good. Sushi tasted fine, but the Maguro was mushy, clearly not good quality. Perhaps it was refrozen or not defrosted properly. This was the first time I've had poor quality fish from Sagami. In addition, to the poor-quality tuna, the waitress brought my wife an incorrect dinner. She ordered the mixed fried seafood, which the waitress correctly wrote on her pad. Unfortunately, she entered the order into the kitchen system as shrimp tempura. My wife ate the tempura, but that was not what we wanted. In fairness, the waitress asked if my wife wanted it replaced. We declined as my food was on the table, and the point of going to a restaurant with someone is to enjoy the meal together. We will help solve the overcrowding issue at Sagami by not returning for a year or two. There are plenty of mediocre Japanese restaurants from which to choose. Sagami has become one of them. read more

So you're looking at reviews on Yelp and don't know about Sagami? Where have you been? Sagami is an absolute treasure and every meal is a gift from God. We've visited Sagami weekly since moving to Cherry Hill and are always extremely satisfied with the high quality of this food for such reasonable prices. The decor is without frills but not without charm. The low ceilings and small booths are unique for sure but just like the food, they're one of a kind. Make no mistake, this food is high end but at prices comparable to any suburban Japanese restaurant. read more

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Absolutely deliciously fresh sushi. It's nothing fancy but it's a south Jersey icon!! read more

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I came here with 2 friends around 12:15pm. We were seated promptly and more than half of the tables were seated. The ceiling is low, I'm 5'10'' and am close to hitting my head, but it feels cozy and warm inside. Japanese decor, I've never been to Japan, but from the photos I've seen it looks authentic. We tried a bunch of food between the three of us. I had the tonkatsu which is a breaded pork cutlet, it was tender and the breading crunchy. I also had nigiri of tuna, anagi, and unagi, as well as an "eel avocado roll. The unagi nigiri was the best I've ever had, and while I've never had tuna or anagi nigiri, they were very enjoyable. I put eel avocado roll in quotes because they brought me a regular eel roll with some sliced avocado on the side. I got a kick out of it. My tonkatsu came with a very flavorful salad and miso soup, both were good. One friend had the marinated chicken box and the yellowfin roll, he said he really enjoyed both and the other friend said the shrimp tempura roll was the best she ever had. Service was friendly and quick. I will be back! Edit: Wanted to post an update since the news of the passing. RIP Mrs. Fukuyoshi. I first came here 4 years ago, and most recently in November of 2023 on a date with my girlfriend and I enjoyed every bit of it. The news of Mrs. Fukuyoshi passing is sad. Sagami is an institution and I thank the family and employees for the opportunity to have eaten here over the years. read more

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my co resident hyped this place up so much and we finally had the time to go tonight!! we all got the chirashi bowl ($38) and one of my co residents got two sushi rolls ($20). i'd give the chirashi bowl a 7/10. i liked the scallop and the variety of fish in the bowl but honestly the fish didn't taste as fresh? maybe it was just today bc my co resident goes all the time and says that this item is the best thing on the menu. i did like the fried oysters tho. 9/10. very attentive servers. ask for hot tea bc it's free! it gets rly busy so ur only allowed to order once and the food can take up an hour to come out. i recommend making a reservation before coming too. there's plenty of parking here as well. not super blown away by this place but willing to give this place another try bc i wanna try their sushi rolls!!! read more

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Wow!! I've been here several times and it seems that each is better than the last! In my opinion, Sagami is the best sushi spot in the region, including Philly. My favorite thing to order is the sushi box B. It has such a wonderful assortment and everything is incredibly fresh. This time, we started with some of the delicious seaweed salad, edamame, and miso soup. The standout appetizer however was the nasu shigiyaki! I hadn't ordered this before but it was so amazing I will definitely be getting it again the next time I visit! The miso chicken filling is so savory, and the eggplant shell is perfectly cooked. Be warned though, it is a larger serving so definitely order this to share! Service here is always impeccable, super attentive with food coming out quickly and fresh. The interior is cozy, with low ceilings and low lighting by each table. Can't recommend it here enough! read more

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The food changed so much we went twice with the new owners and it's was awful. Does anyone know if it improved?

So sad , love the legacy staff at this former institution of south Jersey, but the new owner (as of January 2025) has managed to ruin this restaurant in a matter of 30 days. They are more focused now on adding online reservations vs carry the torch of Shigeru Fukuyoshi. They've increased prices (20% on most items) , drastically reduced fish quality (anyone who truly knows sagami will understand) , and added a bunch of items to the menu no one asked for...or wanted. I feel terrible for the staff that were there forever, as they will see the majority of their "regulars" will think out and stop coming . The business model has drastically changed from quality fish and preparation (anyone who knows, it use do take a long time to get your sushi) to quick turnover, and drastically reduced fish quality. So sad. I wish they sold to someone who took pride in the legacy of this James beard finalist, instead of non- Japanese ownership that care more to squeeze every last dollar from less discerning customers. Spicy tuna roll with crunchy, was poorly rolled and not quality fish, the nigiri all tasted of poor quality, and the sushi rice now tastes more in line with a Chinese restaurant. All the nigiri was served way too cold, and fish quality was mid to low tier, hate to say it but it was true. Alan Su, you had an opportunity to continue a tradition, instead you botched the handoff and have begun to do irreparable damage to this former top tiered Japanese restaurant. What were you thinking? You could've continued to source fish the same way, and keep the same sushi staff, and sam's quality, but you just had to do the cheap / make it on volume route. WHAT ARE YOU DOING????? Fish quality significantly down, price up Look around folks, patrons of sagami take pride, and Alan Su blew it, I feel bad for the staff that didn't get fired during the transition Sad read more

What a hidden gem in South Jersey! It's BYOB and I recommend making a reservation if possible. It gets busy! The sushi is always fresh. The staff is so nice! read more

Sagami - Japanese Near Me - Collingswood, New Jersey

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My bf introduced to me this family oriented restaurant. We went there for his birthday and Valentine's. The place was packed but services are super fast, friendly, and professional. Highly recommend their Chirashi and Fried Oysters. read more

Sagami - Chirashi - Japanese Near Me - Collingswood, New Jersey

Based on all the positive reviews, the secret is out on this authentic Japanese restaurant. Now I will be honest. Upon arrival, Sagami's location will make you hesitate if you've found the right spot. It's tucked away in a dense residential neighborhood next to a busy road and overhead train tracks. But I swear to you, once you step inside, all that disappears. It is soooo quiet inside, oh my goodness. I don't know what kind of soundproofing they use, but I want that in my home. The dark wood decor, the low ceilings, and the soft diffused lighting peering through the window treatments all make you feel as if you've suddenly transported yourself to some remote part of Japan. I honestly forgot that we were still in Collingswood, New Jersey. Now, I'm not a sushi guy, but I came here for the udon. The Tanuki Udon, to be exact. Which was soothing, comforting, and tasty. I was pleased. This is the perfect date spot if you're looking to transport yourself into an authentic Japanese restaurant. However, I would recommend going there during "non-date hours"...like as soon as they open on a weeknight. I would imagine that the place can get rather packed, and with all those tiny tables, this is not the place for large people or groups to gather. (Tall people, beware, you may not be comfortable with those low-hanging ceilings.) The prices for all their dishes are super affordable compared to other swanky places you could take a date to. But what makes this places unique is its decor, ultra-cozy atmosphere, and intimate setting. As one of my friends who lived in Japan for a while and loves this place, I can now see why. I highly recommend it. read more

Sagami - Inside dining area. - Japanese Near Me - Collingswood, New Jersey

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Absolutely best sushi in this area. Fresh, delicious, beautifully presented. Ambiance is intimate/dim lighting, perfect for date night. Loved it. (BYOB + highly recommended to make reservations) read more

Sagami - Sushi B - Japanese Near Me - Collingswood, New Jersey

Sagami is a HIDDEN GEM! It's extremely hard to find, since it's right off the freeway and the parking lot entrance is kind of tiny. But, when we did find it, we walked in and let them know we had a party of 9. We called ahead of time to make a reservation, but unfortunately, they do not accommodate parties larger than 6 for reservations. Upon entering, the take out table was transformed into a table for us to sit since no other table was large enough. It was right by the door (which kinda sucked because it was cold, but after sitting there for quite some time, the breeze from the door opening was pleasant) ANYWHOOO -- it's a BYOB place (which we love woohoo). Upon sitting down, the one thing that kind of bothered me is that it took the server about 30 minutes to come to our table to take our order. We were sitting there for quite some time waiting for someone to attend to us. But, I understand a little because the place was PACKEDD!! and when I mean packed, you are basically breathing on the person next to you. The place is super quaint and super tiny. It reminds me of an authentic Japanese restaurant in japan. The atmosphere was lowly lit, and you could see the sushi chefs prepare the sushi at the counter. We ordered quite a few things since we had a large party. We started off by ordering the Hamachi (fried fish), but unfortunately, they didn't have any more :( booo. As for the rest of the appetizers, we ordered the tofu, edamame and gyoza. For entrees, we ordered Sushi A and Sushi B, Charishi, Salmon Skin Roll, and Unagi Tobiko Maki roll. The one thing about the appetizers that stood out to me most was the tofu. It's 4 pieces of soft tofu with a little crispy outside in a swamp of this light, delicate, sweet soy sauce. It wasn't overpowering and complemented the tofu so well. The sushi assortments from both A and B were amazinggg!! The sushi rice is flavored perfectly, you can taste the sweetness and vinegary-ness. And the fish is high quality. There was no gamey or fishy taste left behind. It melted in your mouth and was so tender and soft. The charishi bowl was the same. Super high quality fish on a bed of fluffy, soft, sushi rice. The sushi in both the A and B combo had a hint of wasabi. So, if you aren't a fan of that, just beware. I think it was the perfect amount added :) The Salmon skin roll was a little too salty for my liking, but it did have the perfect crispy crunch. But, the unagi tobiko maki roll? AMAZING. you HAVE to order this roll, no questions asked. The reason why this place didnt get 5 starts is how long we had to wait in order to get our order taken. We spent a total of 2.5 hours in there, and it was a little frustrating because of how hungry we were. The time it took the food to come out was pretty long, but looking at how delicate each fish was placed, and how the cuts were - you can tell they took the time to make sure that there was the perfect balance of rice and fish and that the presentation was appealing. Definitely will come here again with just me and my husband. The place is a good date place and it's super intimate :) read more

Overall: super cute and traditional Japanese restaurant. Sushi is super fresh and waitresses are all very friendly Japanese ladies :) worth the hype and price! Ordered: :D sushi combo A - lots of assorted sushi (picture) and fish quality was soooo good. Worth the $29 Atmosphere: came here for a friends bday and can get loud because so many customers! Also make sure to duck if you are tall because this restaurant is very short. Lots of traditional Japanese decor around restaurant. read more

Sagami - Sushi combo A - Japanese Near Me - Collingswood, New Jersey

Wow, just wow! Very interesting japanese decor and moody lighting throughout the place. Awesome spot for date night, celebratory or a group dinner (within up to 8 people). It gets super busy and you certainly need to place a reservation. Parking gets full very quickly, would recommend carpooling if coming as a group. The service was wonderful, our waitress was very sweet and attentive. They did not rush us, brought out an ice bucket for our sake without being asked, often refilled our water as needed and checked in if we needed anything. The enoki and tempura were delicious appetizers! The enoki had just the right umami. The mix and egg and enoki was a delicious combination. Tempura was crispy and not overcooked. The chirashi bowl was mouthwatering & AMAZING. Absolutely delicious and filling. I barely could finish the amount of food in the bowl. The tamago, tuna and scallops were SOO good. The rice was perfectly seasoned. The roe was crunchy and sweet. I did however learn that I do not like squid haha. The texture was just not for me. I will most definitely return! An absolutely gem in South Jersey for sushi & japanese cuisine. read more

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Yeah this is a hole in the wall Sushi place in New Jersey right across from Philadelphia. I would highly recommend giving this place a try. The venue very much gives mom & pop vibes. It's quaint and cozy. The fish was extremely high quality, super fresh and tasty. The chirashi bowl was a standout, with a generous sampling of raw fish atop a bowl of rice. In fact, I was pleasantly surprised by the portions at Sagami. Many sushi restaurants I've been to have small portions, but this place did not skimp at all. The other dishes that we got were consistently great. Shoutout to the Tempura, Beef Rolls, Sukiyaki, and Agedashi Tofu. The service was friendly too. Surprisingly, one of the waitresses could speak Cantonese and was good friends with my family. The only reason I'm giving this place only 4 stars is because they don't have Toro Fatty Tuna. In fact, their menu was somewhat limited overall. I wish they had more options for their sushi. Nevertheless, everything was tasty here and I enjoyed the atmosphere. read more

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Sagami is always a treat. It is my favorite sushi restaurant in the Philadelphia area and the best sushi I've had in NJ. My husband and I have enjoyed sushi from our time living in CA and visiting HI but and Sagami is the closest we've come to a similar experience. We had an appetizer of Negimaki (the only cooked course we ordered), which was tasty beef rolled around scallions, lightly fried and served in a tasty sauce. We also ordered a Chirashi, which is a selection of fish and tobiko (fish roe) served over sushi rice, flounder sushi, and a tuna avocado roll. The service was gracious, as always, our service explaining the extra time required to prepare the Chirashi (on a Friday night), frequently refilling our water, and ensuring we had what we needed for our bottle of wine (BYOB). The atmosphere in the restaurant is really special as it is designed in a Japanese decor, and the lighting is subtle and warm. Sagami is a great date night place in that regard. We try to come here whenever we are in the area. Please also remember that you must call to make a reservation. I called one week in advance for a table for two on a Friday at 6:30pm. This restaurant is always busy on weekends. If you like sushi, you'll love Sagami. read more

Sagami - Negimaki - Japanese Near Me - Collingswood, New Jersey

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