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    WASABI

    4.2 (105 reviews)
    ModerateSushi Bars, Japanese
    Open 11:00 am - 9:30 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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

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    Miso soup with tempura flakes inside wth

    Miso soup had tempura flakes in it... Shashimi was so cold you could feel the ice. Just bland food. Service was mediocre

    Saki Drink Menu
    Ashley L.

    This was our first visit to Wasabi and won't be the last. The staff was very friendly and accommodating to our requests. The food was amazing, fresh and plated to perfection. It was a comfortable environment with attractive decor but the floor fan was off putting. I'm sure it was there to dry off a wet spot but didn't seem right for the environment. Regardless, the food and service will have me return.

    Sashimi Appetizer
    Lauren S.

    Was in town for a work trip during the non tourist season. The service was very kind and I got sat next to the cutest family where a little girl was celebrating her bday. The staff made it so fun for her. Atmosphere: great date spot for if you want to be casual or you feel like dressing up. Food: I loved the dishes I received. I got the Sex and the City roll: LARGE AND BEAUTIFUL. It had so much flavor and it was big and filling. The lady next to me ended up getting the same roll because of how good it looked Sashimi appetizer: it was displayed beautifully. The fish was so fresh. -Service was very fast and kind. I really enjoyed my overall experience.

    Always so polite, accommodating, and fun! As someone with a gluten allergy it can be hard but they always make sure I'm eating things safe for me! Thank you Wasabi team you are our favorite sushi place in Bluffton.

    Salmon Poke Bowl

    Loved this place! The sushi was fresh, the ramen hit the spot and the hibachi was so delicious. Super chill vibes and really nice staff -- will definitely be back!"

    Edamame, hibachi chicken, beef lunchbox, 3 rolls.

    Went in on a Sunday afternoon and it was absolutely delightful. Staff are extremely kind and friendly. Food was phenomenal. Lunch special is an amazing deal for how good the food truly is. The ambience is great.

    Best Sushi around!!! This is the Ninja Fruit roll, a kids favorite for sure!! Great service and the owners are the nicest people!!

    So good! Kid friendly and nice owners! Been eating here for years!! TOP NOTCH!! Best sushi in town! Great service!

    I come for the amazing Nigiri

    Amazing service and food. I come here often and am always treated so well! Quality of food is amazing and the presentation is beautiful and on top of all that very affordable! I am here twice a week now

    Rock and Roll
    David H.

    Monday's are usually spent going out for wings. With a low "wing kings" attendance, my buddy recommended Wasabi when I told him I'd rather have sushi. I hadn't heard of too many good sushi places in the area. This was exceptional. It appears to be a family run business located in the Publix Buckwalter strip mall area next to NY Pizza. The prices and offering were reasonable. They have lunch and dinner Bento boxes and combos. I was only in the mood for sushi. I didn't see any sushi/sashimi combos other than the "Boat". For beverages they offer beer, wine, hot and cold sake and soft drinks. I don't think they have other hard liquor. I ordered the Seafood Dynamite and Rock & Roll sushi. It was delicious and plentiful.I probably should have only ordered 1 roll and not 2. The service was good, but a bit slow. Probably because of the complexity of the rolls. My friend had the Rainbow and Dragon rolls. The Seafood Dynamite was great and a must have.

    Poke bowl
    Dan M.

    Stopped by for a quick dinner on a Saturday evening. Friendly hostess, not too packed. Decent menu but my wife and I just grabbed a couple of poke bowls. Decent amount of fresh fish, good taste. The sauce wasn't overwhelming which isn't always the case with poke bowls. I will say that I would prefer other greens than just iceberg lettuce, maybe some kale or some spinach but otherwise very tasty. Would revisit.

    This is what the calamari looks like. Mine was in a to go box though.
    Jerri H.

    March 26, 2023 We walked in @ 8:50 pm after driving 30 minutes to get to the restaurant. Their website, Google & Yelp all said the restaurant closed at 10:00 or 10:30. Their door said they closed at 10:00PM. The waiter came over took our drink order, then came back with our drinks and let us know that last seating was at 9:30. Again, it was 8:50 when we arrived and were seated. We decided to make our order a To Go order to be courteous. The calamari was good but would have been fabulous if it was hot. (we had to drive back 30 min to our hotel. My edamame was terrible. It had no seasoning on it whatsoever. The rice had a terrible smoky flavor, the beef was very good. I will say, the portion sizes were good also.

    Hanalulu roll

    Best sushi in SC, Drove from Summerville about 2 hours away just to eat here!! if you travel for sushi this is the right place!!! Also amazing miso soup!!!

    Vegetable Hibachi (soooo good!!)
    Louise B.

    Absolutely delicious food. If you're ever looking for some great hibachi, check out Wasabi. Their Vegetable Hibachi is incredible! Always have a great time in their cozy restaurant, with great prices, and a very friendly staff.

    Honolulu roll

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    Good food with good service. Friendly staff. Good sushi and tempura! In Bluffton next to Station 300

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    Loved it! Great place great staff would recommend to other poke bowls are amazing the ambiance is chill

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    2 years ago

    The food was pretty good but the service was very slow and poor. It's a shame because the food is good. The ambiance is ok

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    This is the best sushi joint in the area. I absolutely die for their food and their sushi is just something you cannot go wrong with.

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    2 years ago

    The food isn't the best quality but it is very cheap habachi so a win is a win would come again for some cheap food

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    Great food, definitely coming back. Service was great and the restaurant was in a great location.

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    4 years ago

    Best Japanese food since leaving Japan. Owners are very friendly. One of our favorite local restaurants.

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    4 years ago

    This is my absolute favorite resturant ever!! I highly recommend to any seafood lover!!

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    3 years ago

    Best sushi ever! Service is also pretty good me and my girlfriend love this place would definitely recommend!

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    3 years ago

    Food is delicious, very clean...owners are nice! Sushi is wonderful as is the hibachi.

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