Sakura Japanese Steak House
(253) 475-1300
3630 S Cedar St Ste R
Tacoma,
WA
98409
47.2255
-122.4766
Neighborhood: South Tacoma
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User Reviews
PureEvill11
November 26, 2008
Sakura's is a great place to eat. It's been around a while so no wonder it's not in the most tip-top shape. It is not dirty though, the grill's are cleaned after each preparation. They bring out the food fresh for each preparation. There is a system to the meal. Orders are taken, drinks are served and food is prepared. The uncommonly needy diner may find it aggrevating that there are no waitstaff hovering over you but the casual diner would feel very comfortable with the service. I have never had an empty glass or needed anything further than what is prepared for the meal. As for the soup, it is very Miso, that's all Miso is, broth and mushrooms. Salad? Well you shouldn't expect a salad to be exquisite in an oriental setting. Although I have had a side salad there with ranch and it was normal. Always order the chicken and beef and it's great with the yum yum sauce and all. Sure they hire the local young folks of Tacoma to do the cooking but I would rather have them cooking for me and making a living than running amuck in the streets. At least they are contributing to society in a positive way. I will go back to Sakura's and I would recommend it to any friends or familoy that enjoy that style of cuisine. Perhaps the price was too much for jholmes, as it's not cheap eating, you get what you pay for though and I think you get a lot at Sakura's, I never go away hungry that's for sure!
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Anonymous
September 23, 2008
My son and his friends love this restaurant. It is a bit pricey for me but they love the atmosphere. Being able to sit next to chefs as they cook is a real treat for them.
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jlholmes
August 30, 2008
So, yesterday I took my family to the Sakura Steakhouse in Tacoma, Washington. From the moment I walked into the restaurant I was disappointed. The appearance was dingy if not a little dirty. The rear of the main floor had stacked tables and baby chairs pushed in the corner along with, what appeared to be old decorations of some sort. The Tappan grill/table was not in its best appearance as well as the surrounding area appearance of a greasy kitchen. Although the waitress was nice, she was not the most attentive person and her service was less than acceptable. Soup and salad were dropped off at the table. The salad was the worst I have had in a long while. The soup was nothing more than broth with a few pieces of raw mushroom. I would not call it Miso. The rice that accompanied the meal was awful. It seemed like boiled rice with a mixed vegetable package added in for coloring. The rice was mushy and bland. The cook was pitiful. A young kid with a metal stud in his lower lip. His performance was weak and sloppy. He over cooked most of the food and added far too much butter and sauce while cooking. From the start of pouring the sauces (sloppy) to cleaning the grill (messy) he literally ruined the experience. The only enjoyment came when we left the restaurant and laughed about the place. I know that these comments may appear to be harsh, but they are accurate and true.
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