Sakura Japanese restaurant
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About Sakura Japanese restaurant
Sakura Japanese restaurant serves Northampton from 149-151 Bridge St and has done so since 2001, when it opened as the first Japanese restaurant in Northamptonshire. Teppanyaki chefs cook in front of diners, so the meal comes with some live entertainment. The menu runs to 96 dishes, covering sushi, noodles and teppanyaki. The Sakura Sushi Deluxe Platter is the listed sushi platter, and the Sashimi Set 50 is listed for parties. Dinner service is by reservation only, as reservations are required.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree parking lot · Free street parking · Paid parking lot
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, parking lot, restroom, seating
- Good for kidsKids' menu
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Menu & Prices
96 dishes · mains £3–102- Dragon Roll Set B£72.00
- Sushi Set 20 - For Two People£48.00
- Sakura Sushi Deluxe Platter£102.00
- Sashimi Set 10 - For One Person£23.50
- Sashimi Set 20 - For Two People£42.00
- Sashimi Set 50 - For Party£84.00
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention teppanyaki hibachi cooking, sushi, coconut supreme dessert and generous portions with leftovers.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention teppanyaki hibachi cooking, sushi, coconut supreme dessert and generous portions with leftovers.
Customer Review Summary
Diners most often single out the teppanyaki, where chefs cook in front of the table and, as reviewers put it, add light entertainment and food theatre to the meal. Close behind is the food itself, described as fresh, delicious and authentically cooked, with one birthday party calling the sushi the best the daughter had eaten. Staff are repeatedly called friendly, polite and attentive, and one server kept checking whether another drink was wanted. Two reviewers mention portions big enough to take leftovers home, and one recommends the coconut supreme for dessert. A few note the outside looks rundown but say it should not put anyone off. The sharpest criticism comes from one reviewer who found the sake too hot to drink or hold, the duck tough, the dishes unseasoned and the ice cream cheap, though even that review says the staff tried their best. Two reviewers marked birthdays here, and one family left with their leftovers carefully packed up.
Customer Review Summary
Diners most often single out the teppanyaki, where chefs cook in front of the table and, as reviewers put it, add light entertainment and food theatre to the meal. Close behind is the food itself, described as fresh, delicious and authentically cooked, with one birthday party calling the sushi the best the daughter had eaten. Staff are repeatedly called friendly, polite and attentive, and one server kept checking whether another drink was wanted. Two reviewers mention portions big enough to take leftovers home, and one recommends the coconut supreme for dessert. A few note the outside looks rundown but say it should not put anyone off. The sharpest criticism comes from one reviewer who found the sake too hot to drink or hold, the duck tough, the dishes unseasoned and the ice cream cheap, though even that review says the staff tried their best. Two reviewers marked birthdays here, and one family left with their leftovers carefully packed up.
Featured reviews
- Nikki
“We took our daughter here for her birthday and a hibachi experience. I must admit when I pulled up I was hesitant however this has reinforced never judge a book by its cover. We had a wonderful time and the food was absolutely delicious and fresh, we had leftovers which they carefully packed up for us to take home. My daughter said it’s the best sushi she’s had. Staff were so attentive and friendly, truly looked after us making her birthday so special. Thank you. I would definitely go back.”
- liam allen
“Amazing experience and amazing food. Well worth every penny and service brilliant. Please visit and enjoy it as much as we.”
- Rob Wharton
“Absolute gem of a place. Fresh food, cooked authentically, with some light entertainment included. Very friendly and attentive staff too. Highly recommend”
- jacek muszarski
“I can't recommend this place. The sake was so hot you couldn't drink it or hold the vessel. The duck was tough, the food wasn't seasoned, and the ice cream was cheap. The staff tried their best, but it wasn't enough. The decor is so-so. I'm sad that a place like this exists as a restaurant. I have the impression that someone doesn't know what miso soup and dishes should look like, and it's better not to mention the price.”
- Gary Affleck
“Very good if you want food theatre. Very friendly charismatic chefs there for your entertainment and sustainance. Beautiful aromatic flavours.”
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
“Sakura (サクラ) Japanese Restaurant has been located on Bridge Street, Northampton since 2001 – we were the first Japanese restaurant to open in Northamptonshire. Our extensive menu offers Sushi, Teppanyaki, Noodles and most Japaneses dishes. However, there is more to Sakura than the food you get at – you will also enjoy the unique experience that our skilled chefs show right in front of you!!”
- Great tea selection
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Popular for solo dining
- Healthy options
- Small plates
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Accepts reservations
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Kids' menu
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- Bar onsite
- Casual
- Beer
- Coffee
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Offerings· 5
- Alcohol
- Cocktails
- Hard liquor
- Small plates
- Wine
- Highlights· 1
- Great tea selection
- Atmosphere· 2
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Crowd· 1
- Groups
- Dining options· 4
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Table service
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Accessibility· 3
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Parking· 4
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Parking
- Planning· 3
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
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