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    Sake Cafe Japanese Restaurant

    3.3 (236 reviews)
    ModerateJapanese
    Closed • 12:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Hibachi Chicken
    Maria F.

    My bff had lunch here today. Very welcoming attentive staff. Service was excellent! Very clean and comfortable atmosphere. We both had lunch menu plates. She opted for the Hibachi Chicken and I decided on the Sashimi lunch. They both came with soup and salad. Everything was delicious! We'll definitely be back. If you're on the Silas Dean and want a great meal, some great sushi and sashimi, check out Sake!! Can't wait to go back!

    Fantastic Roll
    Dwayne T.

    Some years ago I came here for my birthday and I must say that the quality has not diminished. When we got there they walked us in like we were the guests of honor seating us and and honoring our 8:30 reservation. We ordered shrimp tempura that is always a easy choice. The manager brought out some fantastic roll that hit the spot. The cook was funny and engaging the food did what it was supposed to do and filled us. Definite will come again.

    Hibachi family style
    Allison V.

    Went here on a whim on a Tuesday night with the family and the vibes are UNMATCHED. Great hospitality, great food, and drink were bomb!! Don't walk here, run!! Great for families!!!

    From the moment we walked in, the staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming. The atmosphere felt lively but still relaxed, and everything was really clean and well set up. Our chef was so entertaining, the hibachi show was fun without feeling rushed, and you could tell he genuinely enjoyed what he was doing. The food was honestly amazing. The steak was perfectly cooked, the chicken was super tender, and the fried rice was some of the best I've had at a hibachi restaurant. Everything came out hot, flavorful, and in really generous portions. Even the vegetables were cooked perfectly and not overdone. Service was also excellent. Our server checked in at the right times without being overbearing, drinks were refilled quickly, and the whole experience just felt smooth from start to finish. If you're looking for a fun dinner with great food and a really good hibachi experience, Sake is definitely worth it. We'll absolutely be coming back!

    Classic Margarita

    Awesome customer service!! Very friendly and the owner brought us a complementary special. Food was phenomenal as well. Can't wait to come back for karaoke!!

    Viviana T.

    Love the food and the ambiance, Sam the owner is so awesome and they also have my favorite waitress/bartender Vivian .. she makes the best chocolate Martinis

    New Philly cheese steak eggrolls

    Great restaurant delicious food and amazing customer service!!!! We love it here. Sam and staff are always so welcoming. Definitely have to come try and see for yourselves you won't be disappointed!

    Lunch combo two roll: spicy tuna, spicy salmon and spicy tuna, spicy crab  Hibachi chicken for lunch

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    2 months ago

    great ambience, great staff, everytime I come here the food is always top notch and full of flavor. 10/10 recommend

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    They treat you like family! Service is great they have a little aquarium and it's so neat and clean! Food is AMAZING

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    Food is amazing! Service is even better!!! Highly recommend, best sushi and hibachi in town.

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    Sake Cafe will always have a special place in my heart the best drinks and sake poppers around!

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    The food is really good and the owner and staff is very nice and friendly. The ambiance in the restaurant is very nice.

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    Sam, the owner, is always the best. By far my favorite restaurant. Always treated like family. Amazing service. Food is delicious

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    10 months ago

    For great sushi and Asian fusion, and a friendly staff who gets to know their customers, Sake is a great place to check out!

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    9 months ago

    Fresh sushi, cozy vibe, and incredibly kind staff. Best hidden gem--I'll be back! Soon

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