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Sakana Sushi Bar & Japanese in Santa Barbara

Name: Sakana Sushi Bar & Japanese in Santa Barbara
Address: 1046 Coast Village Rd K, Santa Barbara, California, 93108, US
Price range: $$$
Rating: 4.5

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4.5 (213)

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About

Sakana Sushi Bar & Japanese is a premier Japanese restaurant and Asian restaurant in the heart of Santa Barbara, CA. Located at 1046 Coast Village Rd K, our restaurant offers an authentic and unique dining experience. Indulge in our extensive menu featuring the freshest and highest-quality ingredients, carefully crafted to bring you the best of Japanese cuisine. From traditional sushi rolls to innovative creations, our expert chefs will take you on a culinary journey. Whether you're in the mood for a quick lunch or a romantic dinner, our cozy and intimate atmosphere provides the perfect setting. Our friendly and attentive staff will ensure that you have a memorable experience at Sakana Sushi Bar & Japanese. Visit us today and discover why we're the go-to Japanese restaurant in Santa Barbara. Book your table now and get ready to savor the flavors of Japan!

Sakana Sushi Bar & Japanese Review Summary

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Pros

Sakana Sushi Bar & Japanese is a hidden gem with exceptional service, attentive staff, and a cozy atmosphere. The menu offers a wide variety of creative and traditional sushi options, including unique rolls and sashimi. The fish is always fresh, and the presentation is visually stunning. The restaurant also offers a great selection of Japanese beers and sake.

Cons

Some diners have reported that the prices are slightly higher than average, and the menu can be overwhelming due to the numerous options. Additionally, the restaurant can get quite busy, and reservations are highly recommended to avoid long wait times.

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Yelp: 4.5/5

Google Reviews: 4.4/5

TripAdvisor: 4.5/5

OpenTable: 4.6/5

Zagat: 4.3/5

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4.5

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joe childs -Google user

10 months ago

Sat at the bar. Our sushi chef has been there 17 years! Absolutely fantastic food and service. If you love fresh Japanese food this place will become your favorite. Best I’ve had in Santa Barbara area. Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

Arin Sarkissian -Google user

a year ago

Convenient sushi spot in Montecito! I’ll be honest - the quality here is sub-par. The consistency of the fish and rice makes me skeptical of how fresh the ingredients might be… and for pricing this premium, I’d expect a high standard. The nigiri was passable but...Read More

M.A. EatsArt -Google user

3 years ago

Each plate is presented like a piece of art with vibrant colored sauces and subtle additions of flavor. This is a small and attentive restaurant with tantalizing sushi creations. Your line of credit will have to be stretched since it gets very expensive even without...Read More

Medical Unicorn -Google user

4 years ago

They don’t have their act together when it comes to takeout. Like others experienced they forgot the soy sauce and chopsticks. Fortunately I had my own. Price is ridiculously expensive for small portions. Not sure the chef knows how to make sushi with what I received....Read More

tC Chowdhury -Google user

2 years ago

The service was very good and good was overall ok. Went here I've before and it was amazing so I made the drive back. This time wasn't as good. Still good though.

Francois Guerin -Google user

6 months ago

Great rolls spider, lobster, snake rolls all delicious perfect sunset spot as well but don’t tell anyone….🙏 Service Dine in Meal type Dinner Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes Montecito Roll, Sushi Roll

Brian Smith -Google user

5 years ago

A fantastic little sushi restaurant tucked away. The speciality rolls were amazing, very fresh and unique. The assorted of wine and sake was long and the waitress was extremely helpful in picking the perfect sake. Don't forget desert! I would highly recommend this to...Read More

Carlos Ibarra -Google user

3 months ago

Amazing service and spectacular food!! Definitely a 10+ with the chefs. I suggest sitting at the bar and asking what they (chefs) recommend! You will not be disappointed. Everything ordered was fresh well portioned. Don't forget to order the Toro Tuna sashimi, it's...Read More

suzanne arnold -Google user

2 weeks ago

March 27 Service is indifferent and too fast. Good sushi restaurants focus on the customer. The service was on their phones or giggling behind the counter, childish indifferent. Edemame very tough, maybe old? My fresh water eel was mushy, should be wrapped tightly, but not. My Hawaiian roll was mediocre. My...Read More

Pei Xiong -Google user

3 months ago

sushi too sour. We are on a road travel from LA to SF, ordered three entrees here to go. When we arrived at our next stop, opened the food box and find out they did not packed our sushi inside. I was so angry and...Read More

Features

Service options

Takeout

Dine-in

Delivery

Highlights

Great tea selection

Popular for

Lunch

Dinner

Solo dining

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible entrance

Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Wheelchair accessible restroom

Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

Alcohol

Beer

Healthy options

Small plates

Wine

Dining options

Lunch

Dinner

Dessert

Amenities

Bar onsite

Restroom

Atmosphere

Casual

Cozy

Trendy

Planning

Accepts reservations

Usually a wait

Payments

Credit cards

Debit cards

NFC mobile payments

Parking

Free parking lot