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Sushi Blues Cafe

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Sushi Blues Cafe is a popular place that is both a restaurant and bar as well as a live music venue. In the lounge you'll find live music that is almost sure to be blues or jazz which compliments the soft lighting and warm decor that is reminiscent of a blues establishment. The Sushi Blues Cafe is not just a great place to relax to live music, it also offers delicious sushi and Japanese cuisine. The sushi the Cafe makes is a popular dish with local customers and has won it various local awards. 

Location details

301 Glenwood Ave, Ste 110, Raleigh, NC, 27603, 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
4.11,709 reviews
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sarahcount 
18 years ago

Used to be better – I used to be a big fan of Sushi Blues but over the years it has gone down in quality. Don't even bother going when they are busy as their servers become ruder the busier they are. I have had their waitstaff treat me in ways that would get people fired in most restaurants. Now days I go to Sushi Thai or Waraji if I want good sushi. The only thing Sushi Blues is good for is their friendly bartenders. 

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18 years ago

Good sushi, great atmosphere – The atmosphere is great and the foods pretty good too. The severs bring out a smal bowl of noodles with red sause prior to your meal. This is a great bonus for those of us who may be a extremely hungry. The martini's/cocktails are always on par. 

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ebizdatacom 
18 years ago

Best Sushi and Atmosphere – We love going to Sushi Blues because the wait-staff is always friendly and helpful. Try the YUMMY ROLL - it was a recommendation by our waitress and is awesome! did I just say awesome? Well, we order it every time we go. Music is great - not same old Sushi music - as the name implies, some good music is playing in the background whenever we visit. 

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18 years ago

If bad service is the goal, then they are the masters – As a sushi fan, I understand that it is not fast food. With that said, on a relatively slow week night, it should not take 2 hours to prepare raw fish and rice. 

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kiona546 
19 years ago

Worst experience ever!!! – Upon arrival to the restaurant I asked if they were still serving at 8:45 on a sunday night. I was told they were and they proceded to put together a table for six. After about five minutes of waiting, my party was seated. The server came by and asked us for a drink order, and we told her we needed a sake list and to bring us a round of waters. When she returned she said that the restaurant was making last call for alcohol. We hadn't even ordered drinks yet!!! Then when she returned with cocktails ... read more

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Contributor 
19 years ago

Sushi standards and hot improvs served in a hip, jazz-inspired hangout. – In Short The concept: Japanese cuisine with a jazz and blues theme. The dark-blue walls are punctuated with album covers featuring the likes of Lena Horne and John Coltrane. Young people on dates and eclectic groups click their chopsticks to the beats of Art Blakey. Sushi is the mainstay, tempura, udon and teriyaki. For sushi, it's the innovations, not the standards, that "cook." Top chops also go to the Count Basie roll with sweet potato and avocado. 

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rami1588 
19 years ago

Very trendy, good sushi and food – sushi blues is a nice trendy place. it has really nice service but the wait time can be a bit ridiculous. overall it has great , very recommended. 

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bgbtmbee 
19 years ago

Never Blue at Sushi Blues~~~ – I love this place! The sushi is great, and the atmosphere is laid back yet fun. Have been thinking about going back ever since my last visit! 

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19 years ago

Need another Sushi place on Glenwood – Have to give it to them, they have the market cornered. I am with the reviewer below. It is indeed the path of least resistance. The scene is lively, the food is just not good. Food and service have been on a steady decline for the last two years. I could write pages of disappointing experiences. Please DO NOT go there with a group. I have been there countless times in the past few years and each time I say the same thing, "I wish someone would open a GOOD sushi place on Glenwood." Hope... read more

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How is Sushi Blues Cafe rated?

Sushi Blues Cafe has a 4.1 star rating with 1,709 reviews. 

When is Sushi Blues Cafe open?

Sushi Blues Cafe is closed now. It will open on Monday at 9:00 a.m. 

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