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Samurai Blue Sushi & Sake Bar

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Samurai Blue Sushi & Sake Bar is definitely a place to impress, with its chic ambience and modern decor. The huge bar, in the shape of a tsunami, catches the eye of diners. Feast on delectable sushi rolls and allow the magic of Japanese flavors to take over the palate. The restaurant is open till late, allowing diners to satiate their food cravings at all hours. 

Location details

1600 E 8th Ave, Ste c208, Tampa, FL, 33605, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tue9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wed9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thu9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Fri9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
SatClosed
SunClosed
4.21,318 reviews
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15 years ago

Good Sushi, Ok service – I love the sushi selection but price comparing, it's not the best for its price. However, the rolls they have there are very unique. It is good sushi. However, anytime it is busy the staff can't seem to cope with it. I reserved for a large group once (it was for a graduation party) and when we got there, they are angry at us needing three table even though we had reserved it and told them how many. At first, the refused!!! When they are not busy, the staff is nice but there should be no difference. I... read more

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triolive 
15 years ago

best sushi – I celebrated a friend's birthday there on saturday. So glad she picked Samuraiblue! I love sushi! The fish was so fresh and the rolls were quite tasty. Yellowtail and uni were the best. I 've been eating there for three years now, still my favorite sushi spot. The oldsmar location is real convenient and has a clean, modern feel. Parking is much more easier. 

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casey217 
16 years ago

NEVER AGAIN!!! CONSUMER BEWARE!!! – Where do I start. I made reservations this past saturday (Valentines). I knew it would be busy but my boyfriend and I love sushi and have been here before. We waited well over an hour past our reservation time. No one seemed to care. The hostesses tried their best. No manager in site. once we sat it took our server 15 - 20 minutes before she came over. She took our drink and food order all at once. We waited another 15 minutes until we got our drinks. Again no one seemed to care! Server wa... read more

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16 years ago

Great Restaurant – In town for a friends wedding and went for the bachelor dinner at Samurai. WOW!!! Very impressive. Great sushi. I eat sushi a few times a week in Atlanta, this place was one of my best meals. Fresh uni, salmon, and tuna. Order the Summer rolls. Great sake! 

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16 years ago

Worst Sushi Experience in my Life – We'd been to Samurai Blue several times, but after this most recent experience, we're never going back. We got there, & they told us it would be a half hour wait. We said ok no big deal & sat on the sofa right behind the Hostess. After 40 minutes & watching them sit 2 couples that came in after us before us, we went up there & said, you told us a half hour, & you sat those people who came in after us before us. The lady told us 'you're not on the list,' to which we said, 'you said you put ... read more

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squishysquishy 
17 years ago

Completely OVERRATED!! If you are a true Sushi lover go elsewhere! – After all the hoopla I've heard about how good Samurai Blue is I decided to check it out. To my disappointment it was the WORST sushi experience I have ever had. It started with the service and ended with the lack of innovation and taste of the product itself. The online menu is fairly impressive; too bad half the items listed are no longer being served. The Sushi/Sashimi Dinner (chefs choice) for $19.95 consisted of a sub par California Roll and chunks ( y... read more

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lisafitzchic 
17 years ago

I must say Samurai is ok at best. I live in westchase and much prefer Zen Bistro. My girlfriends and I prefer the quality service and one thing seperates Zen and Samurai and it is the owner or i think he is the owner at Zen. His name is Kevin, how do i know this because unlike samurai he is always out front talking to tables and helping out, it is obvious he operates a quality place and cares. I have never seen a manager at samurai. Lastly we like martinis and Samurai has no bar atmosphere at all, kevin has turned us on to s... read more

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bigfoodie 
17 years ago

Good time to be had – I must say I was impressed by this place, seeing as how it was the first restaurant I went to after moving to Tampa. I would go as far as to say that it has the best I've ever had, but the sushi was darn good. I just wish they had uni and toro (two favorites) when I went. Otherwise, the food was good. My only other complaint is that they label themselves as a "sake bar," their selection was a little lacking. For the money I spent, it was a great experience and I'll definitely go back. Excellent value! 

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chrissrt8 
17 years ago

Best sushi "In-Town" – This was probably one of the top 3 meals that I have ever enjoyed. The presentation of the rolls was excellent and the flavors were unbelievable. The service was excellent and helped to make for a great evening. The red devil roll and the volcano roll were the best. When we were leaving the only problem of the evening was encountered when we had to wait 15 minutes to get our vehicle back at the valet stand. Highly recommended. 

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How is Samurai Blue Sushi & Sake Bar rated?

Samurai Blue Sushi & Sake Bar has a 4.2 star rating with 1,318 reviews. 

When is Samurai Blue Sushi & Sake Bar open?

Samurai Blue Sushi & Sake Bar is closed now. It will open tomorrow at 9:00 a.m. 

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