This is a Korean restaurant that serves more sushi than it does Korean food. As if you could not tell from the name of the restaurant being "Sam Oh Jung" and the Hangul writing everywhere. It is a family owned restaurant that is kept insanely clean considering the wear and tear on the building. Note, this is right next to Publix and their sign just says "SUSHI," not Sam Oh Jung. Their sushi is very fresh and consistently good. Their house rolls on the special menu are their best, but will set you back at over ten bucks each. The most popular roll, which is my favorite, is the "K-roll" (cream cheese, fried shrimp, covered in shredded crab salad, Panko breadcrumbs, scallion, spicy mayo, and eel sauce). They also have an excellent Sake selection. Hands down, best sushi in Bradenton and a comfortable atmosphere. They also have a few Chinese American food options for those that are not into the good stuff. Sam Oh Jung's Korean food is alright if you are want a quick fix and do not have the time to drive all the way to Tampa. Not many Korean items to choose from. They only give 4 banchan (Korean side dishes) and the prices are average of $16.99-21.99 from Jigae (stew) to Bulgogi (beef BBQ). Warning, they do not have lettuce wraps with the BBQ, only rice and 4 banchan. My favorite is the Soon Dubu Jigae (veggie, tofu, and beef spicy stew) and their Dolsot BiBimBap (hot stone bowl w/ rice and veggie toppings). The only noodles that they have are Chap Chae (glass noodles with veggies and pork), no JaJangMyun or cold noodles. I wish that they had more Korean options, but there are really not that many people in Bradenton that would order it. Just so you know, they only serve food that they would eat personally, and feed to family and friends here. So, the quality of the ingredients is always excellent. read more

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I was a little skeptical about the quality of their sushi/fish at first because I tend to be a little more picky about my sushi though I ended up trying their salmon sashimi and a couple of rolls and they surprised me. The texture and taste of their sashimi is so smooth/silky and melted in my mouth. The rolls were quite delicious as well I don't have many negative things to say about them either because the fish tasted fresh as well. I would say if I had to say something negative about it is that the actual presentation of the sushi could be worked on though they are rolls so to me that doesn't matter much. I have yet to try their Korean/Chinese dishes it also seems like they Pho and a couple of Japanese dishes as well which I'm very happy about. Granted I have to try them first but I have no doubt that they will be delicious too. I highly recommend the Thai Tea WITH boba. Most resteraunts that I've been to that have boba options tend to not be good.. the texture and taste is always off but this place has chewy boba that is not too soft or not too hard which happens most of the time. The Boba Pearls texture bounces back in your mouth like a rubber band. I know a lot of people might not care about this but it definitely makes me appreciate this resteraunt even more. The overall environment is quite nice when I went because it was busy but not too busy so it felt social and calm at the same time. It is small as well but not crowded. read more

After leaving Kroaky's Karaoke we needed some food and I REALLY wanted some Korean food. Unfortunately by the time we would get to to Tampa everything would be closed so we decided to check this place out. We ordered Galbi and Dak Bulgogi and both were excellent. The Dak Bulgogi was flavorful, but the Galbi was just amazing. I was eating every little piece of Galbi I could and savoring the flavor because it was heavenly. The prices were about average, but they seem to have some pretty good lunch specials so maybe I will return and have it again for lunch. Service was good and they were patient with us even though we got there pretty late. We decided not to have sushi because we were so hungry, but maybe next time we will since it seems to be highly recommended. read more

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I ordered the salmon and eel nigiri which was not bad but I definitely had better. I got the seafood noodle soup as I realize this is the only korean restaurant in town. The dishes on the menu is mainly Chinese dishes and limited on Korean food choice. The jam pong that I ordered was lacking flavor and the seafood is definitely like a value package from Costco. The ingredients did not taste fresh at all. The noodles was not what I'm used to at different Korean restaurants, they were using udon noodle instead. It was just not what I expected and I definitely had way better tasting of the things I ordered. read more

Had dinner with my family tonight and it was absolutely amazing! The short ribs were tender and seasoned to perfection. The Thai Tea was awesome! The sushi was fresh and delicious. I would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a great dinner out. read more

Always a great experience. Food is fantastic every time and the owners are always there and care about their customers and business. The Galbi is fantastic and sushi always fresh. read more

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Excellent sushi. Never had the dinner meals, so this is just based on the sushi. The fish is super fresh every time. Casual atmosphere. I haven't tried too many of the rolls because their special "the K Roll" is out of this world. More of a sweet rather than savory roll. Also love the tuna. read more

Great place if looking up to try something new. Customers service is always top tier!

We saw them while looking for a place that was somewhat decent, I got the bulgogi and it was delicious!! The wait staff was super nice and kind, we had a tiny issue with our food and they immediately corrected it, apologized and we so kind about it. It was amazing service and really good food! It doesn't look like much on the outside but it was worth it! Also not super expensive which I like a lot!! Thank you! read more

The sushi here is the best in town. The service is great and the staff are friendly. My family and I eat here a couple times a month.

Egg rolls, gyoza, Lo mein noodles and a spicy tuna roll didn't disappoint. We stopped here Christmas Eve and had a good dinner. Service was excellent. Cost $80 for a family of 5. read more

This is my go to place for sushi. If you never had the cucumber special you need to treat yourself. So refreshing. My lady won't touch seafood but loves the short ribs. My only complaint is that the beer could be colder. The food is always fresh and well prepared. You can see the pride taken to do the little things right. Bring a group of friends and share. You will be surprised at what you like. I never liked salmon until I started coming here and now it's a must have. Both smoked and raw. read more

Excellent. Being from Los Angeles, we are spoiled with great sushi on every block. The Japanese, Korean and Vietnamese food here is spot on. So so so good. Fresh, everything homemade, wonderful service. Family owned for 25 years. So happy to have found this restaurant. read more

This place has some amazing noodles and rolls! The employees are so nice! My brother food was a bit salty and they took it back to fix it up without any questions asked! If you're thinking about going, do it! You won't regret it! read more

Amazing sushi! A must stop for sushi lovers! Very unassuming restaurant but once inside is a friendly cozy environment. Great staff, amazing service, and even better food! read more

Me and my fiancé love this place. First off the place is nice, quiet, and cozy. You always get premium attention. We always start with miso soup which is always delicious, we then order the sushi they are all delicious and sooooo fresh. Depending on the day we also get the fried rice and let me tell you that it is spectacular. Last week we even got to try a specialty sushi for free! Love love love this place, highly recommended read more

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This is hands down some of the best sushi I have ever had. I have been eating here for about 5 years. Amazing staff. I have never been disappointed with my food here. I moved away for a few years and missed it SO much. When I finally moved back to bradenton this one of the first places I ate. I was so sad when they had to close for a little due to covid and am ecstatic that they're open again. We get their food to go at least once a week! read more

Best Korean food I ve had since San Francisco very good also had great sushi and big menu of Chinese food offerings but the short ribs I had were fabulous and the park dish was just as tasty . The staff were super friendly and very efficient. The menu was very big and there were lots of options and I and sure everything else was just as good ,will be back as we were very disappointed with our Korean restaurant in Sarasota . read more

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The BEST sushi in town. I love the staff they go above and beyond and I can't ever go two weeks without visiting This place deserves a lot more recognition. read more

Wow! Everyone in our group was delighted with their meal from sushi to sweet and sour, a bento box to the best lo mein I've ever had! Yum!

The best local sushi for a decent price. Sushi is always fresh and delicious. Service is always on point and the staff is very friendly. If you're looking for a new regular spot, this is it. read more

Another great dinner! Celebrated my birthday here tonight with my parents. The service was great and the food was delicious! We tried the uzzuriki to start. My dad couldn't stop eating it. Yum!!! My husband and I have had the jjampong here a few times and it was fantastic again! We will be back soon! And with friends! read more

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WOW! usually get take out here once a week as its close to work. Everytime they are on the money. Very friendly staff, food is always fresh and ready quickly....my go to spot in the Bradenton area! read more

Best. Appetizer Yaki Mandu, shrimp tempura, dumplings. Don't feel like sushi short ribs are friggin awesome but keep in mind there's bones so you got a nibble around them. Chicken fried rice. Mexican and California rolls. Eel roll, k roll, but if you're ready to roll up your sleeves and dive in with some sushi get the love boat. We take very one there and even if they don't want sushi there's plenty of other food that's cooked and of course you can always give them a bite or two of your roll and most like it. read more

They have fixed issues pertaining to some of the rolls and the quality is outstanding again! Very happy that they listen to customer feedback! read more

Love this little gem! Freshest sushi in 941! You won't regret stopping by! Yum yum yum

Great Sushi! Reasonable prices. Fresh food and convenient! Takeout is always good and dine is good as well. Never disappointed. Customer for 7+ years. read more

Best place on 41!!!!!!!! Professional! Sushi always Looks amazing! Highly recommend the spring rolls and lobster rolls.

Food was amazing! I ordered a chicken lo mein with a side of California Roll Sushi it was great very pleased with the place and the attention given to me read more

Enjoyed the sushi and Korean dishes very much. The sushi was fresh and delicious. Green tea ice cream was also yummy. We ordered the Vietnamese fried rolls which were served with duck sauce and tasted like Chinese egg rolls. It was a poor choice on my part as their specialty is sushi and Korean food. We will definitely return. read more

I found that they had some different rolls here, and I loved the hot & sour soup & lychee sake. Waiter was kinda grumbly, but food was great. Red clam & conch were delicious read more

As with the other restaurants we eat at here in Bradenton, I find Sam Oh Jung par for the course. It is the best at what it does in the area. SOJ advertises itself as a Korean restaurant. However, with the proliferation of Asian cuisine, it is no surprise that they also offer Japanese cuisine (mostly sushi) and a handful of Chinese options. They do not use fresh meats or fish products, instead opting for cheaper alternatives. It's too bad, given the handful of seafood markets nearby; you think they could actually make some quality dishes. The opportunity to have Bul Go Ki in small town Florida is a nice treat. It's not that great, but it will do in a pinch. I have eaten here a handful of times and they do not seem to be very consistent with the seasoning & preparation of any of their Korean main courses. For example: sometimes the food has a great deal of sauce, other times it is sparsely sauced. The Chinese fare is straight forward and fairly limited. They offer Kung Pao and Sweet & Sour as well as Lo mein and Fried Rice. For the price point ($13-$16) of these dishes, I wish they were a little better. As with the other food, it tastes like just about any average Chinese restaurant in any given town. The Japanese dishes account for the majority of appetizers & a handful of main dishes. They offer gyoza and a variety of tempura options. Main dishes are standard fair - mostly teriyaki. The sushi is middle of the road and fairly non-distinguishable when compared with any other restaurant of this ilk. They do have spicy conch, which is a nice addition. You don't find that in too many parts of the country. The staff is always pleasant, the décor and atmosphere are casual, so overall it's a fine experience. I'm just glad they can pull off Bul Go Ki with some success. read more

Great service! Kim Chi, Dak Bul Go Ki, Bul Go Ki and Galbi were all very good dishes. The dinner specials are large and can feed two people. read more

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Best sushi in the 941! We always go with the K-Roll, Buccaneer, and Dragonball (not on the menu)!! The Korean grilled meat is also delicious!! read more

I don't why they use a lot of rice ... Tuna no very fresh ..Don't like it and tell my waiter He was laugh ... I have no idea ... read more

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I ordered bibimbap for takeout today and it was soooooooooo delicious! Everything was so yummy! Beef was cooked perfectly, not chewy at all, egg was a bit runny, just how I like it, and all the side dishes were great too! Oh I LOVE the sauce! I'll definitely be ordering out a few times a week since it's right next to my job. Definitely a hidden gem I found! read more

Great Service! Great food! Best place we've eaten all week on vacation! Food was authentic and the sushi was fresh! read more

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We ordered Sushi and some Korean dishes. They were authentic, and they were able to adjust the spicy level for us as well. The dinning area were spacious but a bit too dim for me. read more

This is by far the best Sushi place in the Sarasota metro area! My wife and I have tried nearly every sushi place. Most all had good sushi and extras ranging from Thai food to steak. What makes Sam Oh Jung sushi the best by far is the "K" roll. With so many choices at every sushi place, having a roll that is so much better than any other in town is hard to believe. To be the best, I just want one great roll rather than 10 good ones and Sam Oh Jung has it. read more

My hubby had his usual famous pork fried rice without onions, and I had my usually Korean dish called Daegi Bul Go Ki and with a bowl of sticky rice on the, included 4 banchans(side dishes). Kongnamul muchim(Soybean sprouts. Cold, crunchy and flavored with sesame oil.), Baechu kimchi (a spicy fermented napa cabbage...MY FAV!!!), Ggakdugi (Radish kimchi, spicy fermented turnip cubes) and Musaengchae (Sweet and sour radish salad) and OMGosh was it so very very good beyond words!!! read more

Sam Oh Jung - Daegi Bul Go Ki and with a bowl of sticky rice on the rightside, included 4 banchans(side dishes). From left to right are as follows: Kongna - Sushi Bars Near Me - Bradenton, Florida