Sakana Sushi & Grill

The best Sushi!!!!! Small, intimate, and delicious, won't go anywhere else
Jul 1st, 2023

It's Sushi in the Desert! So, get real about your expectations a bit, this isn't the coast of Japan or Nobu in Los Angeles, so my ratings are based upon the context of 'It's Sushi in the Desert!' . And for that, Sakanas is one of the best options in Phoenix. Relative to value for the money that is. You could go to the W or Roka Akor here in town and pay 2 or 3 times the cost, but it won't taste 2 or 3 times better or fresher. Now the atmosphere at those places may be 2x better, so if you're going to propose to your fiance or something, Sakanas in the grocery store strip mall isn't going to win any awards for atmosphere, it's small and because it's fresh and good, tends to get packed and they don't take reservations, so plan on waiting a bit during busy times. The food seems to be very fresh for sashimi and sushi, the tempura is hot and crispy and the rolls are solid with a good number of options. 5 people who share plenty of food will run about 160 with tip and drinks. My suggestion is to start with garlic parmesean edamame, then get the chef's plate sashimi, a variety tempura plate, then get however many rolls you want for your group. The sashimi plate pictured is missing some of the pieces we ate, but you'll get the idea, generous sized portions with tasty Toro and the usual tuna options and salmon. The rolls are rolls, so I judge sushi places on the sashimi freshness and then whether the portions are generous. So, other than if you really need a great atmosphere, this is a solid choice for good quality and value, a good place for a date night or family meal.
Jun 28th, 2023

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Jun 17th, 2023

We celebrated my hubbys birthday there were 9 of us and food was delicious no one had complaints fast and yummy good prices also. They also suprised him with a happy bday dessert
Jun 16th, 2023