We come here for the teppanyaki to get the kids some entertainment during dinner. Even with growing Japanese eating choices in the area, we still find the place busy for dinner often. Truth is, most of don't find it worth it to venture onto a 35 min beltway drive or further for Japanese style dining. This place is just right for a family meal. I always enjoy their tempura, this, and their hibachi NY strip-fried rice dinner is what I come here for. It's always prepared right. The sushi is good, but nothing particular. read more

Hands down best sushi chef ever! He is amazing and fully artistic. Everything tastes delicious! fresh and tasty. So happy to have found this place, ask for Eric when you dine out!!! read more

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The place is lit up like a McDonalds. Looks dirty and in severe need of a remodel. They should be embarrassed for how bad their customer service was. We made a reservation on Valentines Day. We showed up on time and the hostess wouldn't even acknowledge anybody. There were dozens of people standing there staring at her. So finally we tell someone who looks like the manager/owner that we had a reservation. She asked if we checked in. Well no we didn't, but that's what we were trying to do obviously!! After "checking in," we were told it would be 30-45 minutes. Why do we wait when we made a reservation?! We ended up walking out after 15 minutes and having a closer inspection of the nasty atmosphere. Ruined our dinner plans when we could've made plans somewhere else. I will never come here. read more

I picked up an order on Friday September 17th, 2021, I had a lot of leftovers that I planned to have the following day for dinner. As soon as I took it out of the fridge, there was a overpowering, funky smell coming from the box. To make sure, I warmed up a piece of meat and tasted a little piece and it definitely had gone bad. I called and management said that they could not do anything about it because I purchased the food the day before! So essentially, they served me meat that was already going bad, which I am sure they knew. I have never had leftovers from any restaurant go bad the very next day. Absolutely disgusting, never again! read more

This place is a bit pricey, but it definitely hits the spot! I've always enjoyed going to Hibachi style restaurants and this one is the best I've been to so far. My only complaint is that they don't offer tofu in place of meat. Also, try the green tea ice cream if you can..it's pretty good! read more

Sakura has changed immensely in the last 5-8 years. They have remodeled but not well. They have changed staff which has been disappointing. In general the food quality is not what it used to be and the Shows and chefs are lackluster. I wish it was as good as it used to be, but unfortunately it's not. I will not be recommending this on my blog or to family and friends. read more

THIS RATING IS MAINLY BASED ON THE SUSHI BAR AREA/EXPERIENCE: The ONLY reason we continue to eat at this place is because we love their sushi chef Vee (sp?)! I will only sit at the sushi bar and only when he is there. Vee has always been amazing as far as the sushi and always makes it a point to check on us and keep up entertained with light conversation. I was upset with our waitress once because the restaurant was practically empty and she not once checked up on us or gave us refills on water & hot tea.. Vee offered to do all those things and has always done so for us. It's a shame that they share tips because it really should go to the person/people who actually gave you great service. When we go and they are a bit busy, Vee will hand out mini appetizers all around the bar and from time to time has handed out desserts :) AWESOME. The service here otherwise has not been great... even when they aren't busy. Anytime I need or want something, I have always had to track down a waitress. Ridiculous. I have no idea how their hibachi stuff is... Not interested in trying it out. read more

So freaking good I just tried right now Something diferente The appetizer that they gave us it's a sup like idk how to explain it I really love this place My first time and and inlove of this Place I really recomended a lot read more

This place never disappoints. Everyone is friendly and I always sit at the bar to watch the sushi being made. Today I got the Minion beverage. Simply delicious! I also got salmon ceviche, a roll I forgot the name of, and a seaweed-squid salad half and half mix. So good! I crave the ceviche and that is what brought me in today. Customer service was on point, very attentive to my needs. I will come back here again and again. Can always count on them to make my day! read more

Sakura - Japanese Near Me - Woodbridge, Virginia

If you've seen one you've seen em all... The food was great (as usual) The chef was great (as usual) The service was ok (as usual) read more

Some of the worst sushi I've ever had and I've eaten at most of the greatest places in the states and other countries. The service was slow, shrimp tempura roll was hard and not crispy, the hand roll order was wrong and the "free" chicken teriyaki bites were hard as a rock and flavorless. Bad selling promotion of your hibachi skills. I will not be coming back here and not bringing my family again. The prices aren't justified by the food or service, but the only saving grace is my kids loved to see the hibachi grill flames from the sushi bar. Otherwise.. A one time visit and a non-recommendation to friends and peers in the area. read more

I made a reservation for their party room a week in advance, confirmed we were keeping our reservation by mid week and did a walk through with family the day before our scheduled event. We were a party of 20, reservation was scheduled for 7, we arrived about 7:15, we where not seated until 7:35. I thought they would have been ready for a us, that was the first disappointment. Our servers were the worst. They were not available to refill drinks, remove plates and when she did show up she told us she had another table, I was floored at that comment. I thought the food was good, the cooks were great the portions were a nice size. I only chose to come here because of the reviews on Yelp and the no deposit on the party room, next time we'll stick to our original choice of Tokyo Japanese Steak House . read more

I would definitely recommend! We waited approximately 20 minutes on a Saturday night and got drinks at the bar. Once seated, I ordered the filet and scallops. My bf got filet, chicken, and shrimp. It was all delicious! Can't speak for the drinks because we got wine. I will return if I'm in the area and craving Japanese! read more

Average teppan, bad sushi, and overpriced beer makes this restaurant only suitable if you're on a business trip and don't know any better. It's the same teppanyaki fare you've had a million places, with the same tricks, and the same over-soy sauced taste. If you want Japanese food, look somewhere else because this is as American as it gets. read more

Horrible customer service. The order was not filled properly. Terrible communication skills. Food was over cooked. Very disappointed.

As you entered Sakura, you are met by a super strong odor of oil. The floors have a layer of filth. Their is no greeting. They are also poorly staffed and over priced. The staff needs a makeover. They don't understand how to deal with customers. They are just order takers and are not empowered to deal with issues that arise. read more

This place is pretty pricey, but it has been consistently good. Please take this review based on the fact that this isn't really Japanese food, and is basically a form of entertainment with a side of food. The service has always been spectacular and I have always left entertained. read more

I was surprised by the low reviews. I love the atmosphere here- all the wood and the huge tori. You get so much food and it's fun! My scallops were superb, the shrimp okay... Chicken and steak good. I love going here with a group of friends and putting white sauce on everything! They also have good sushi and drinks. read more

Terrible service came with large party and was unable to keep our entire order and was not given a show at all. We were trying to celebrate and the table that didn't have the main person got a show. We could have got this at the mall and the waitress the older lady was really rude. read more

Sakura - No show at all - Japanese Near Me - Woodbridge, Virginia

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We went to Sakura, for my girlfriend mother birthday. We were in Northern VA for the day. This place reminded one that we went in short pump. Prices were pretty reasonable. The wait staff was great. Great customer service. The food was overall pretty good. Sushi was on point. If I am ever back in the area. I will def be back for sure. read more

If you only want sushi, which I usually do, there is a private sushi area where you don't have to sit at a hibachi table. This is my go-to sushi restaurant in the Woodbridge area because they give you a free crab imitation salad, the sushi is tasty, there is usually no wait on this sushi side, and food comes out promptly. My favorites include the spicy salmon hand roll, philadelphia hand roll, and salmon sashimi appetizer. Prices are very reasonable, service is great, and the chef is very friendly and talkative if you sit at the bar. read more

Sakura - spicy salmon hand rolls and salmon sashimi appetizer - Japanese Near Me - Woodbridge, Virginia

SO GOOOOOOOOOOD Chicken steak & yum yum sauce Chefs are usually funny A little pricey but so worth it read more

My friend and I visited this place and enjoyed our time immensely! It was in the afternoon which was not crowded at all. The service was was great and menu selections was excellent. I definitely will be returning soon! read more

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Sat at sushi bar. Food. Sushi was excellent. I had a shrimp tempura and Tako, both were perfectly prepared and made promptly as I watched. Miso soup and salad were standard Japanese cuisine and good. Service. A bit chaotic and they appeared to be undermanned for the amount of customers, yet not enough to make the experience a negative for me. They were pleasant. Sushi chef was not engaging at all, unlike other Sushi bars at which I've dined. The over-all appearance of the place is out dated and in need of a thorough cleaning. read more

This place is pricey but they have a lot of variety when it comes to sushi. The sushi was really good. I had the Bloody Mary and Red Dragon and I loved them. Bloody Mary is a sushi lovers dream. I had a Green Dragon and they got me a Wounded Dragon on the house. Our waiter/bartender was really cute and fun. A solid place for sushi but not mind blowing. Over all: way over priced for frequent visits. I have to say the bar is really what gives it stars for me. I think if I want to drink and wanted sushi this would be the place to go. read more

I would give this none if possible. Hadn't been there in a number of years but a friend was in town and insisted on taking us. She had never been to one before. I didn't eat, claiming an upset stomach, but mainly due to the health dept report I remember reading last time we went. http://tinyurl.com/5tgw49y The service was terrible and the chef was uninspired. The food was way over priced. Things haven't changed much since the last time. read more

I came here today with my family to enjoy a lunch meal from the moment we stepped in the door we were greeted with no respect . We sat down to order the waitress was rude towards us if we asked for anything additional. We let the waitress know that we had food allergies to mushroom so to please not add any mushrooms to the soup or anything. The couple that was sat next to us ordered mushroom with their habachi meal . I asked the cook if they could simply cook my spouses meal separate from everyone else's so that he doesn't have an allergic reaction. The cook Rudely said if I have a problem with the way they cook the food then to next time let the host at the front know. I didn't know that was a rule anywhere because if someone has a food allergies and you let them know prior to cooking then that should be enough. I went and asked for a manager and explained that my family and I were being treated with disrespect at the table by the cook and the explained all of what he said towards us. The manager rudely looked at me rolled his eyes and said the cook is right and loudly said ITS COMMON SENSE THAT I SHOULD TELL THEM ABOUT A FOOD ALLERGY AT THE DOOR . I told him where is a sign that says that if I'm telling them before they cook my food to please not cook with mushrooms on the same griddle or just cook our food in the back that shouldn't be a problem they would have done that for a white family. It feels like anytime a black person comes to this establishment we are treated like our money isn't good enough to be respected. The white couple across from us was getting yes ma'am and sir and we were getting attitudes and smart undertones for absolutely nothing. I gathered my family and told them to let's go because if you don't value my food safety or the fact my loved one could have a reaction then this isn't a place I should eat. We never received an im sorry it sure no problem we can accommodate your food allergies needs like other restaurants do. I highly recommend that you do not eat here. Sake around the corner in Woodbridge has better lunch prices and better customer services towards the black community !!! read more

This place is decent for Woodbridge. The portions are very huge so that's a plus. The sushi is good. There's been a couple of times they've gotten my sushi order wrong just make sure you check before you leave. Service is good. The owner is always courteous and friendly. He's gone out of his way to help carry my food to my car if my hands are full. COVID has changed the way they cook their food in front of you which is a little weird from the norm but food still is good. read more

I really enjoy Sakura, this my go to place for sushi. The guys go out of their way with the extra's, like the crab salad over cucumbers or the seared salmon with the yum yum sauce style dressing. My favorites are the crispy salmons skin roll, anything with smoked eel and the spicy tuna. The service is always good and people always friendly. read more

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Visited Sakura today for the first time. The food and service was good. Nothing out of the ordinary. We didn't have to wait for a table, and the lady was very attentive. The person who cooked for us did a great job entertaining the table. I recommend the place for families. read more

BJ is an amazing cook & an awesome comedian. Definitely made my Christmas Eve dinner. Will definitely recommend this location to my friends & the rest of my family because of him. Keep it up! read more

Food is always great here at reasonable prices. We love the double salmon roll, dragon roll.

Pros: It's good entertainment for the kids. They love the volcano! The food is good and the yum yum sauce is excellent. We have sampled pretty much every plate and found them all to be very tasty. Cons: Pricey. Plan to shell out a couple of days wages to take the family here. But, you can usually find coupons in the junk mail. The place is a bit dated and not the cleanest around. It is hit or miss on the quality of the chef. Overall it is pretty much average. read more

I had the most horrible restaurant experience. Previously, I didn't come here because the food always made me feel bloated. However, I made an exception since it was my niece' birthday and this happens to be her favorite restaurant. Despite reservations, we waited at least 45 minutes to be seated. Once seated, we were placed in a remote section of the restaurant that was cold and empty. Despite the freezing temperatures, we had high spirits. Our chef then entered the cooking area and immediately lit the hot cooktop. At a table full of children there was no greeting or anything just straight to business. After about 10 minutes, he was done and rolling his cart away. When brought to the managers attention he gave me a smirk and said " he"s tired and there's nothing I can do about it. Do you want a discount?" Now that really took me over the top. I don't come to restaurants with the anticipation of a discount. If I wanted a 5 minute meal we could have gone to the food court at the mall. The entire staff saw this as a joke and didn't afford us the same experience as other customers. I wouldn't recommend this place to my dog!! Horrible food and horrible staff!! read more

Great atmosphere and customer service. The food is delicious which is obviously important. I like the beer and sake selection.

Love this place always a good time and good food!! The food is a bit expensive but worth it, the amount of food they give is a good ratio besides the noodles haha but besides that it's my favorite place to go eat. read more

I called in to place an order guy name Jin took my order he argued with me about my order. Which is very unprofessional then I get to the location and he didn't even put my order in I had to wait even longer I use to love this place but he ruined it for me and he was extremely rude. Jin just lost and great customer for this location he even refused to take my payment read more

Made a reservation ahead of time, we were told to wait. Soon, we were sat down and someone took our orders and everything. Soon we see the next table that came in after us already being served and helped while we kept waiting to start. Took a while for them to start but just need to work on order please. Thank you. And who came in first not afterwards. read more

Typical teppan place. I've been to many of these places and yet to find something special in any of them. The food is good, but typically pricey. The sushi is good, but nothing special. If your in the mood for teppan, then it's worth the visit. read more

I've eaten at numerous hibachi grills and this is the best tasting. I've yet to go to Benihana, but my brother loves Sakura more, and always wants to come here when he visits. HIGHLIGHTS: The Japanese Yum sauce is better than what I've had from store or other restaurants. Fried Rice, Vegetables, and Chicken is pretty consistent regardless of Chef. read more