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    Sakura Blue

    3.9 (226 reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 3:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM

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    SAKURA BLUE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed

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    Sashimi
    Eric P.

    Sashimi selection from Sakura Blue. The toro and Salmon belly were amazing. Sat at the sushi bar and watched them make all kinds of sushi that looked great. First time back here in a couple of years and was really good.

    New place...and hungry!
    Mar F.

    Amazing once again! Clean and fast service. Our server was friendly. Food was delicious! We had the Kens roll (its a bit spicy-but yum!)and the crazy dragon -has some spicy hits but Kens roll was more spicy. Our miso soup and house salad was on point. The tempura shrimp and veggies were yummy. The Yellowtail sashimi was very fresh. Our last time here was a while ago and they haven't lost their touch-after 7 years. Highly recommend this place.

    Bulgogi on aluminum foil.
    Valerie A.

    Traditional sushi, and I've had wonderful experiences here. I wanted to share this dish/experience in case anyone has an aversion to eating off of aluminum foil. This is Bulgogi.

    House Salad
    Joe C.

    Pricing: Reasonable Service & Atmosphere: Above Average Taste: Average This was a good place to grab a bite to eat for lunch. However, I wish they would start at 11:00 instead of 11:30 for lunch.

    Renae D.

    I really wanted to love it. I've heard quite a few good things. Their sushi reviews were all good & we got their hibachi. Our gyoza came out cold but It really had a good flavor. I got their filet & chicken hibachi. The meat was cooked good & also had good flavor. My veggies were still pretty crunchy. I prefer mine more well done. I would ask for well done. The rice didn't have much flavor but I did add their mustard sauce to take it up a notch. Overall it was just okay. Maybe I need to go back for their Sushi menu.

    Melissa M.

    I had the teriyaki chicken fried rice and scallops with soup and salad. I enjoyed my salad and soup. I enjoyed the fried rice as well but thought that my plate should have been cleaner. My server was great she was very attentive and very nice. Ambiance good.

    Stone Pot Bibimbap, Korean Style
    Ashley A.

    i'll start by saying the food tasted good. we shared vegetable tempura, each got a ginger salad and soup, and our meals. I'm not certain if service was bad because they were busy and understaff but it took probably 10 minutes of being sat before a server even looked at us. the food came out without a long wait, but our server didn't really check on us. we had to catch a random employee if we need drinks refilled or even the check. My husband's serving size was reasonable for the price (the stone pot dish) but my dish (the teriyaki beef) was at most 4oz of steak... if you take the sauce off the plate they served very little food despite almost being $20. Other japanese place I have been probably serve twice this for the same price. The restaurant is really beautiful decorated and i enjoyed the vibes, just wish it were better service and better pricing.

    Ready for some sushi!
    Lupe R.

    The food is delicious and the sushi is on point! I am always looking for new sushi places to try out. This place did not disappoint. I would gladly bring my friends to this place. Fast seating and service is on point as well. But don't take my word for it. Stop in and try your food. Your stomach will thank me later.

    Menus, silverware, chopsticks
    Gypsy G.

    Intimate setting, owner is friendly. Uhmmm we will try this place again in the future possibly.

    TZ Roll!
    Julian A.

    QUALITY OVER QUANTITY!!! So good. Asked to be surprised and everything was AMAZING! Highly recommend! This is the ultimate foodie must try if you're in Louisville and you love sushi like we do!! You can definitely taste the love and care the sushi chef in each and every single piece!! The food is delicious that leaves a feeling of fullness without feeling overstuffed. My favorite one? TZ Roll!!

    Natalie H.

    Dinner date with my college son, these times can't be beat. He wanted hibachi but Shogun has gotten so run down that we decided on Sakura Blue. I'd eaten here years ago and liked it but forget about it being tucked away in Shelbyville Plaza. We were greeted and quickly seated near a large party. A bit loud as we tried to converse but manageable. My son ordered a crispy shrimp, cream cheese, avocado sushi roll to try and teriyaki steak with vegetables and rice with ginger salad and the broth like soup. I ordered chicken teriyaki with vegetables, rice, and the salad and broth. Our food came in a timely manner and was fresh and delicious! Vibrant colorful veggies, a delicious teriyaki sauce not crazy salty, and tender pieces of chicken. Delicious! Pricing is even better than some other local spots and the food and service very good. No "show" or hibachi table to sit around but the food quality seemed way better and we enjoyed the time catching up without the hoopla of a hibachi performance. Great lunch specials and pricing if able to go there Monday-Friday in the right timeframe!

    October specials
    Lynn B.

    They've remodeled and upped their offerings. Highly recommend the new style sashimi special. 9 pieces and you pick three different fish. We had tuna, white tuna and salmon. All super fresh and delicious. No rice. A bed of high quality lettuces with sesame ponzu dressing. Good ginger house salad. Another of my favorites is the Love Wrap also without rice so great if you prefer low carb. Chic atmosphere and friendly, quick service. Conveniently located next to Trader Joe's.

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