Informal dining room featuring traditional Japanese cuisine, including sushi & teppanyaki. Based on 567 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.5 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ No delivery
Address:
6989 N Hayden Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85250
Phone: (480) 609-3850
Website: http://www.sakanasushiandgrill.com/
Hours
| Friday | 12–2 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Saturday | 5–9 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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5–8:30 PM
Hours might differ
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| Tuesday | 5–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 12–2 PM, 5–8:30 PM |
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Reviews
common law
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.
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Janelle Wubben
The woman who sat us and took our order was very rude. She said “Our order was too much for 2 people.” She took our double order of an item down to one. And said we could order that “for now”…I told her we wanted an appetizer as well and she scrunched her nose at us and said we could order it later if we wanted. Never in my life have I ever been told to NOT ORDER FOOD at an establishment! What if we WANTED leftovers? We are walking distance from our hotel. It was wild. We are a mother/daughter duo who frequent sushi restaurants. We know how to order.
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Doug Baden
It was sushi. The dumpling appetizers were very tasty. Great, pleasant, attentive wait staff!! I left very full. My surprise was the warm salmon mousse atop the sushi. I should have asked more detailed questions.
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kevin hall
Been going here for years. Best in Scottsdale. It’s funny I pretty much judge other places off the rolls here and the portions of their sashimi. I’m always disappointed with THOSE places. Checkout their website. It’s well done and to the point. Go through the menu and yes I must mention they have a SECRET menu! I can’t recommend this place more. Go here for the amazing food don’t go if you’re looking for a cute be seen selfie!
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Russell Berthelette
This sushi is very good! Las Vegas roll was top notch shrimp tempura had a nice little spice all in all this joint is easily a giro sushi spot!
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Lucy Ruderman
Best sushi in the Scottsdale area for sure!!!! Fish is super fresh and the yellowtail is the best. They do good dine in and takeout. And great lunch specials!
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Black Digital Nomad
I had the choice between this place and one of the “happening spots” a Scottsdale since we had already gone to the “happening” spot and I wasn’t highly impressed as I dine out for the food not to be “seen”
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Todd Miller
This sushi restaurant has a no- frills exterior and is located in a strip mall, but don’t let that fool you. The quality of the sushi and the portion size are the best in the valley in my opinion. On Thursday and Friday, they have a lunch special that is beyond compare. For around $16, you can get a special with 6 large pieces of sushi, a role, 2 pieces of tempura, salad, and soup.
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Erica Bell
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
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Dean A
Amazing sushi and sashimi! If you appreciate this artistic culinary miracle, then this place you must visit… it’s as close to authentic as I’ve ever gotten outside of Japan….great slices, fresh seafood, amazing presentation, and awesome service.
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