We ate here last night with a group of 8, and we were so impressed! We had a hard time finding a place to even seat 8 people at 6:30 on a Friday night (we did make reservations) much less provide a menu that could please that many people with different dietary issues (Vegan/Gluten Free, etc), but Sora not only met our needs it exceeded our expectations. First of all, the place is beautiful. You will want to stand and stare a minute when you first arrive, from the cherry blossoms overhead to the gorgeous art painted on the walls. We were welcomed immediately and seated quickly. Our waitress was attentive and efficient, again this was no small task with a bit group at a very busy time. She made great recommendations and we started with several appetizers for the table: Crab rangoon Mozzarella stick, Goyza, and crunchy rice with avocado. They were all good and cooked to perfection, but the Crab Rangoon Mozzarella sticks were show stoppers. This is fun fusion at its finest, and everyone agreed we could have just lived on those. We had to put in sushi orders early as there was a bit of a backup with the kitchen, but our server did a great job of keeping us informed about the timing and made all the entrees work out so people getting hot dishes got them at the same time as people who ordered cold dishes. I had the sora roll which is another great fashion dish with a simple tempura shrimp and avocado roll upscaled by adding thin slices of wagyu beef, spicy mayo and dark sweet soy. I loved the combo. My wife had the peking duck and said it was fantastic with a good bit of flavor and a hint of kick, cooked to perfection so it didn't get dry. My son had the mushroom risotto which he said was very flavorful, and carried a bit of asian spiciness. Other people at the table had sushi, the katsu chicken, and the crab fried rice. No one was disappointed! Finally my wife and I split the smoked creme brûlée and all I can say is, you should save room for dessert because this was a fantastic spin on a classic! The only thing I would note is that it's not a quiet restaurant. Do not expect to have a hushed or private conversation here, but even with the big group I could still hear everyone, so it's not like it's ear splitting or anything. Honestly, every part of this experience impressed me and I would love to go back next time I'm in town. read more

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THE GOOD Crab Rangoon mozzarella sticks!!!! Wowza I am definitely going back there for those alone The crab fried rice- delicious, rich The ambiance- it is very aesthetic THE BAD Service/ management. one server had half the restaurant as her section, with 5 ish food runners, she was running around like crazy. While I felt bad for her I also was starving! I didn't even get an order for food in until an hour plus after I was sat and didn't get the food until an hour after that, it was a big yikes The management did give me a gift card but I honestly would rather they just staffed better. the sushi- really disappointed, especially after all the great reputation. the pricing- quite high, especially for the amount of sushi received. OVERALL I guess I will be back to use my gift card, probably on takeout, for the crab Rangoon mozzarella sticks read more

Sora - Crab Rangoon mozzarella sticks - Asian Fusion Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

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We were excited to try this sushi and fusion spot after looking at the menu before going in. We tried a number of dishes. This place is very beautiful inside, and some dishes were great. Good bites: Spider Roll, Crispy Rice, Karaage Chicken. Crab Rangoon served mozzarella stick style is good, but very rich. If there was a different sauce with some acid, it would be even better. The horchata inspired tea was delicious. But unlike most Asian places, they served 2 pots instead of having us share. It made room on the table extra tight. I love crudo, and here they have 3 options. Sadly, the yellowtail crudo was very fishy and the sauce on it is as well. The way it is plated is unappetizing. After one bite, we had to send it back. That unfortunately steered us away from ordering any other fresh sushi. A table near us also sent their fresh salmon sushi back. The manager took half off of that dish. We finished with a poached pear. Again, plated in an awkward way, it was served in a deep bowl with a lot of the poaching liquid and charred lemons. Then they put the ice cream that comes with it in the same bowl. The result was watered down ice cream around the pear. There are crunchy bits added for texture that also end up getting soft in all the liquid. I was appreciative of a fresh bite of fruit after the heavier meal, but it was not the best end. Good service, okay sushi, pretty place to eat, but plating, table management, and flavors could be improved for a better experience. read more

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Went for Mario night. Food was good. There was only 2 set ups for gaming which was disappointing. Servers were really nice. Princess peach cupcake was dry and taste more like a carrot cake. read more

Sora - Mochi ice cream and princess peach cupcake - Asian Fusion Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

This place is an Asian fusion sushi steakhouse. And with that combination, you'd think part of the menu would suffer, but it doesn't. Every single thing I ate was simply amazing. Appetizers, entrées, and sushi were all perfect. The restaurant is a jumping place. A little loud at times, but we had a large table. Sitting at the bar is also a treat to watch the chefs work. The service was fantastic, even with a big table. This place is not to be missed if you are in Cleveland. read more

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Sora was awesome!!! My boyfriend and I came here on a Monday night without a reservation for our anniversary dinner, and we were seated almost immediately. Our servers were very kind and patient, explaining the entire menu when we told them it was our first time here, and gave us several recommendations. We ended up getting the toro crudo, crab rangoon mozzarella sticks, and two omakases (sushi and sashimi). We also tried their drinks - I got the Sakura (which was a very refreshing, non-alcoholic drink), while my boyfriend got one of the draft beers. Our food came out relatively quickly and I was pleasantly surprised by everything! The crab rangoon mozzarella sticks were crispy, flakey, and flavorful, and the toro crudo was extremely light and fresh -- the perfect appetizers. Our omakase platters were plated beautifully and were so, so delicious; the fish was fresh, cut well, and paired well with the various toppings the chefs put on top. I also love that they had fresh wasabi (which wasn't too spicy)! While it is a bit pricey, I think the quality of all the ingredients made the experience worth it. Overall, I'd definitely come back!! Note: The restaurant can be a little hard to find, but it is on the ground floor of a hotel building, right next to a parking structure (which is a little pricey, but less so than valet). To get to the parking structure, you just need to drive through the one-way street and past the valet area, and the entrance to the parking garage will be on the right side. read more

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I moved to Cleveland just over a month ago and this was the first restaurant I was introduced to. It is still my favorite restaurant so far. The vibe of a place is everything to me. You can feel the energy when you walk in the door. At Sora, it all feels like a magical experience when you walk through the door. I love to sit at the sushi bar and watch the chefs in action. Everything I've had at Sora is beyond delicious. My son joined me one evening at Sora and he had just arrived back from Tokyo Japan. He was blown away by everything at Sora. It was comparable to the best sushi he had in Japan. I can't say enough about this place. The vibe, the food, the people. GREAT experience every time at Sora. read more

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I had been wanting to try Sora for a while and was happy when a friend decided this would be our dinner location before a concert. Cute atmosphere and friendly wait staff. For starters we had crab Rangoon fried mozzarella. I thought it was a creative and tasty twist on the classic. After our apps one of the chefs actually came by the table and I asked what he would recommend. He spoke very highly of the pork belly, so I went with it and I enjoyed it. It was both sweet and savory, but not too salty. The dessert was really good. The kid and me loves anything peanut butter and jelly, so a dessert with this flavorings was a no brainer. I think it may have been seasonal, but it was delicious. read more

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Sora served tasty sushi and rolls with amazing presentation and flavor that haves the fish melt in your mouth. I tried a few of their spirit free cocktails which were truly delicious and photo worthy to go along with my grilled octopus appetizer and rolls for the night. Every piece of fish was presented very well when I dined at Sora and the menu featured plenty of options to choose from. I ended the night with mochi donuts for desert and found my entire experience at Sora to be satisfying. I would recommend visiting ! read more

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Love Sora! We've come here a few times when we visit Cleveland and it never disappoints... this time we started with the Crispy Spicy tuna rice and it was definitely spicy but very good. Then we shared the potsticker soup and it was PHENOMENAL! It was chilly out so I wish I got this for my meal it was so good! Then we finished with a specialty roll and tuna, octopus, and scallop sashimi and it was extremely fresh. We've only stopped in on Sundays so it's quiet and lowkey which is nice and the food comes out quick. Our waitress gave great recommendations and we can't wait to come back' read more

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Ordered salmon and it was completely raw and gelatinous. Was also cold. Very disappointing considering I thought I found a great salmon place read more

Sora - Salmon - Asian Fusion Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

Sora never disappoints! The ambience is beautiful. The decor is very cute and welcoming. The service from the time you enter the door to your table is always amazing. The server was very nice and She gave us time to look at the menu and she was very attentive. For food we ordered the crispy rice and spicy salmon roll, drunken noodles with shrimp and a side of fried rice. The food was a 12/10 very fresh and the flavors were amazing. read more

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The food was great, the atmosphere was very nice, and the staff were friendly and helpful. The sushi was fresh, beautifully presented, and full of flavor. Highly recommend this place! read more

First very beautiful piece !!! The service was very good they Take care of everything for us And the food really good Thank you so much I'm glad to get this experience read more

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We had a very late dinner here before heading over to the Flats, and luckily they were able to seat us without a reservation. The inside decor is super cute and fancy, it almost feels like a club in there, except thankfully the music wasn't blaring. We were seated at a table in the back room, so it was a bit more secluded and quiet which was nice (the umbrellas on the ceiling decor was super cute as well). Staff member was quick to come around, but then it was a bit harder to flag them down since we were away from the regular dining area. They serve nigiri, sushi rolls, sashimi options, as well a mix of Japanese fusion entree items including a wagyu burger and a katsu sandwich. The drinks were really tasty and I really enjoyed the flying nimbus drink. The chef's choice sashimi platter came with 21 pieces at $85, which is a decent price, though I wished the waitress had explained what each piece of fish was -- we kind of guessed based on what we know (and it wasn't written on the menu either). We also got a few nigiris including the yellowtail, scallop and tuna. The scallop was my favorite, followed by yellowtail then tuna. Good size sashimi though not the cheapest sushi option. All in all, we enjoyed the ambiance and the drinks, the food was good but not mind-blowing or super special that you couldn't get elsewhere. Its location near the Flats may be a deciding favor though. I would come back again and try more of their huge drinks menu and maybe order a special roll that others have mentioned in their reviews. Parking might be tricky given the location! read more

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Incredibly disappointing attempt at the best sushi spot in Cleveland! The space is beautiful and worth coming to for a drink. The drink list also isn't bad, and the servers really do care, so you will feel cared for! The sushi however is just so mid, none of it actually tastes great, and coming from NYC it's straight disappointing! The nigiri pieces all tasted of medium quality and the rolls are often bathed in sauces. This is not your omakase with great Uni, it is your volcano roll with ponzu sauce kind of spot. read more

Celebated with friends hear for a gils night. Super cute enviroment. Food was excellent and very nicely presented. Servicer was great and friendly and make sure we had what was needed. Food came out on time and prepared as expected. read more

Sora - Laychee Martini - Asian Fusion Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

This place is so overrated. To walk in, it is beautiful! The lighting, the decor and plenty of photo opts! Gorgeous. The food, once received proprietary was pretty good, flavors and seasoned well. The service was less than mediocre. We had to correct 3 of 5 orders placed because they came out completely wrong! The cocktails were dreadfully overpriced and who doesn't know that a straight up, neat or chilled martini has no ice? Who puts a Slice of orange when you asked fir a twist? Just saying... To twist the knife, it's $20 just to park!!! NEXT... read more

I heard that Sora was the best sushi in Cleveland, and if that is the case I was not impressed. Or maybe my expectations were too high. I did like the sushi, it wasn't bad by any means, but it felt like sushi you could get anywhere. I will say I loved the crispy rice with spicy tuna. Our server was very nice and helped us pick some items from the menu. Overall we had a nice time but I don't know if the price and hype is worth it. read more

Ambience: really cool interior with nice bar. Service: I sat at the bar for a quick bite. The bartender was really nice & friendly. She had good recommendations. Thy also had good seasonal sake selection, I got a cup for $5. - Mizumi roll: I love salmon and this was a good roll. Although I don't necessary like sauce on rolls this one had a bit of a nice sauce that didn't over-kill the fish. read more

Sora - Interior - Asian Fusion Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

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Very delicious and atmosphere is amazing! Crispy rice was our favorite by far! Parking is the only downfall of this place as you have to walk and it's not cheap as it's downtown. read more

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The best sushi in Cleveland! We typically start with the spicy tuna, crispy, rice, appetizer, and all the rolls are great. You can't go wrong with the spicy tuna or the salmon roll. Their cocktails are fabulous, the staff is great, and the atmosphere is always enjoyable! Highly recommend! They always have a late night menu as well with a limited menu that is still just as fabulousI'm read more

Sora - Lychee Martini - Asian Fusion Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

Late night dinner party was a hit! it is absolutely gorgeous inside although dark, the cherry blossom tree coming up and covering the ceiling is a great touch! The waiter we had was knowledgeable about the menu and stayed around & available for us, along with being very personable! I'm sure it helped that he was around our age The food was absolutely amazing! Super flavorful all around & extra fresh to the point I had to wait a bit for it to cool. (not complaining!) read more

Sora - Bulgogi & Gyoza - Asian Fusion Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

First of all, this restaurant is beautiful and such a nice environment to be in! Just walking in feels like you're transported to another place. The servers were full of personality and great to work with. All the food we ordered was good, especially the fries and the seaweed salad! The salmon bowl was really good as well. You won't be disappointed! read more

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Our Valentine's food and server were amazing!!! It was our first time going out on the holiday in years because we always hate dealing with the chaos. This year we took our teenage daughter for your amazing sushi and she loved it!! Our pink cocktails were delish as well!! read more

I was in Cleveland with my girlfriend and some friends this past weekend for Tyler, The Creator. We decided to go to Sora for our pre-concert meal, and they did not disappoint. We made a reservation thru Open Table, and it could not have gone smoother. The staff genuinely cared that we had a positive experience. Their air conditioning was out, and we got a call over an hour before our reservation informing us of that. The restaurant itself was so cool, the floral decoration made the place pop. I haven't been able to stop thinking about the food. My girlfriend and I split the crispy rice with truffle avocado and the chicken/pork gyoza, both dishes stood out. And the sushi, wow wow wow. The Sora roll was fantastic, that wagyu on top has been living in my dreams. Great selection, awesome vibe, amazing place that contributed to one of the best nights of my life. Thank you! read more

Sora is a must visit!! The vibes inside are absolutely amazing and the service is quite literally perfect. When we walked in we were kindly welcomed and everyone was so kind to us - the decoration inside is also so well done (definitely an insta worthy spot)! My friends got a few cocktails and absolutely loved them - seemed like you can't go wrong with what you get! In terms of food, my friend and I got the eel cucumber roll and suki roll to share and they were delicious!! I will definitely be coming back to try more, but eel cucumber was definitely my personal favorite. We also got the mochi to end off the meal and it was good, not the best that we have had but it was the perfect end to the meal. read more

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Good food! The place is small but good ambiance. Has many different options to try from. The Sake by the bottle was definitely worth it! read more

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Sushi restaurant for people who don't eat sushi. Bad quality fish. The fish isn't even cut properly. Avoid. Simply not edible. read more

I went here with my friends while I was visiting my hometown for Happy Hour. When we walked in, I was instantly impressed. This is the kind of place I love that I'm not used to seeing in Cleveland. The decor was top notch and well done! The restaurant really brings some life to the Flats. But since it is in the Flats, you more than likely have to pay for parking. We sat at the bar and ordered rice and sushi. The orders came out quickly and was delicious! I cannot complain on anything I had here! Definitely recommend eating here! read more

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I got 6 types of sashimi totalling about 12 pieces and a cocktail for $93. I should've just done the Chirashi where the chef chooses 13 pieces for $60. Super expensive but the quality was good. Nothing outrageously amazing but nothing bad either. Probably close to the best you can expect for being in Cleveland so far from the oceans. The waitress was super nice but did forget my friend's Diet Coke he asked for twice. On the third ask she acted like he'd never ordered it but it wasn't a huge deal. Beautiful place inside- seating is under a large beautiful faux Japanese cherry blossom tree. Lighting is perfect and not too dark at all. They have plenty of sushi rolls raw and cooked, sushi bowls, some salads, and main entrees and lots of apps to choose from. Decent cocktail menu but all are sadly pre batched and mostly very sugary. Overall not bad but wouldn't pay this much again (plus $13 to park for an hour and half in the garage nearby). read more

Sora - Asian Fusion Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

Love Sora so much! Great vibes and food every time. Our server Jason is the besttt!!! read more

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I will admit I had expectations for Sora. The ambiance and service lived up to them, the dinner entree did not. The duck was good, medium cooked, the potatoes were raw, uncooked, maybe blanched for 5 minutes. I would not have served it. The dessert Pb&J sandwich was very good, I would order that again. I will give Sora one more chance based solely off their reputation, and as a chef I understand when it's busy things can happen. read more

This place was so fun to visit! Came here with coworkers after a trade show. Two of us had dietary restrictions and this place had a dedicated menu to accommodate it. I really appreciated that!! The food was delicious and the staff was very friendly. I would come here again for sure!! The sushi was fresh and two rolls was plenty! It is a little bit more expensive than your average sushi place but very delicious! read more

Sora - Dining area - Asian Fusion Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

The ambiance of this place rocks! Very lovely with a great vibe. Star up. Food? I could tell after I downed a piece of a roll with salmon, that,as Bette Davis qipped, in "All About Eve": "Fasten your seat belts. It's going to be a bumpy ride." It's that "too late" moment. Ate nothing for the next many hours, on two short flights. Just as we landed, the salmon began swimming upstream if you know what I mean. I think I'll take a pass on future visits. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ read more

Sora - Asian Fusion Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

Love this place! Spicy tuna crispy rice is a must Food is fresh and the ambiance is amazing! The flower decor is gorgeous Parking is rough but everywhere in the flats is. The parking garage connected to the building is the easiest option I wish I remembered my servers name the last time I went because she was amazing!!! read more

It was awesome, from the service to the food! Our server, Erica, was very friendly and attentive. She addressed all our food concerns and made sure the kitchen was able to accommodate. The decor is beautiful. It's definitely IG worthy! The food was good. We enjoyed all the sushi rolls. The lychee cocktail is amazing. Will definitely be back. read more

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Amazing pan-Asian place in the heart of downtown Cleveland OH: Good vibes, very posh and excellent location! Let me tell you about the food coming from an Asian sceptical of Midwest sushi: I was totally blown away by how fresh the fish was. The maki were ordered were very umami. Best part: they have burgers! For my Asian son who thinks he's American! (Burgers were superb btw) Cocktails were the bomb as well as the host who gave us recs on the best of Cleveland! Need I say more? Please come here cos I will be when I visit Cleveland! The land of exceeding expectations! read more

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Super cute spot with great photo ops. We had a reservation but we're sat at the sushi bar which was a bit of a disappointment for us. The ticket time for sushi was about 35 minutes and they were out of the rolls we wanted to try. I got the fried chicken sandwich which I wouldn't order again however the fries were delicious! Our server was very nice and prompt. He was transparent about the wait times for sushi and apologized when they ran out of glasses for my drink. I ordered a coke but they didn't have any glasses so there was about a 20 minute wait for that was well. read more

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Maybe I am not a sushi person but the service and restaurant is nice and cozy. I tried a few items on the menu and will be back. read more