The restaurant sign on the corner caught our attention as we searched for an early Saturday evening meal. The servers were very friendly, and we were seated quickly. It felt like a welcoming and comfortable place. Despite a good number of customers, the atmosphere was quiet enough for easy conversation. Three of us, including myself, ordered the combination of beef teriyaki and shrimp tempura. The beef was the best I’ve had in memory—perfectly medium rare and very tender. The teriyaki sauce was excellent as well. The experienced Japanese diner at our table also thoroughly enjoyed their meal. The presentation and aromas were outstanding, and we all agreed it was a great choice. If I lived nea...
The staff at Sakura Restaurant were fantastic—helpful, friendly, and truly worked well as a team. The shrimp tempura roll and salmon rolls were tasty, though a bit small. I especially loved the calamari, and the spicy mayo dressing had a bold flavor without being too spicy. I was surprised by how few customers were there; it seems the community hasn’t fully embraced this place yet. Management should take note and find out what people want and think about Sakura.
If you're in search of an authentic Japanese restaurant in St. Paul that offers delightful food and drinks, this is the spot for you! The atmosphere is lovely, and the service is friendly and attentive. I thoroughly enjoyed both the food and the drinks. The location is also a major plus. With a diverse menu, there's plenty to explore, so you're sure to find something delicious to try! I'll definitely be returning and will recommend it to my friends!
We had had a birthday party for my son with 18 people Dec 23. His wife ordered the sushi boat to get us started plus everyone ordered another meal. I was in heaven. The variety was incredible each one better than the next. It was the first time I ate as much sushi as I could!! The boat was emptied as the individual meals were served. This was by far the best meal I've had at any restaurant. It's to bad the scoring stops at 5.
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okay, late review, but I love this restaurant, it was my first time here with my friends and the service and eating was excellent. I loved her drinks and sushi rolls. the price is somewhat high, but it is understandable for its location and for the quality of food. I will definitely recommend this place to others.
Visited for my first time last night and had a great experience. All of the food was super tasty and the staff was great at assisting and describing the different sauces and foods we tried. We tried some appetizers, sushi, and the hot pot. I will be back for sure to try more of the menu. Great experience.
The food is always consistently delicious and the drink specials are tasty. My roommates always order a sushi roll with their dinner and rave about how good they are. Sakura is a must go-to location for me, my friends and family. Love, love love it.
Classic St Paul sushi spot an absolute staple of the downtown scene. A great location for a fancy dinner out, or a casual business lunch. We always look to Sakura for a pre wild game bite. Never disappoints.
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Waited over 1 and 1/2 hours for our food. Service was really poor. Owner was “sorry” but did not do a darn thing. So sad that this wonderful place which has been great for many years has gotten so bad.
Kind of a hidden gem in downtown St. Paul. My first visit and will definitely be back. We were well taken care of and the menu is really diverse. I tried many new things I hadn't before.
Chicken Teriyaki Shrimp , Vegetable Tempura Combo
Beef Teriyaki Shrimp , Vegetable Tempura Combo
Salmon Teriyaki Shrimp Vegetable Tempura
Oshinko Roll (Pickled Radish Roll)
Kanpyo (Seasoned Gourd Roll)
