Midtown, Tallahassee, Florida

Sakura Japanese Sushi & Grill

Dining
4.3(910)

Known For

  • Butterfly roll
  • Sweetheart roll
  • Spicy garlic edamame
  • Takoyaki
  • Tempura cheesecake

Insider Tips

Best Time

Weekday lunch and early evenings offer a more relaxed pace before dinner rush.

Ideal For

Date nightsFamily dinnersGroup celebrations

Pro Tip

Don’t skip the spicy garlic edamame—it makes a perfect starter while you wait for your sushi boat.

Editorial Review

Step inside Sakura Japanese Sushi & Grill and the hum of Monroe Street fades away. The interior is sleek but unpretentious, with sunlight filtering through wide windows onto neatly arranged tables—inviting both students and locals for a pause from the Tallahassee bustle. There’s a tangible anticipation when sushi arrives, sometimes nestled on dramatic ice sculptures or even paraded out in wooden boats. Signature rolls like the Butterfly and Sweetheart are as lively in flavor as their names suggest, and the spicy garlic edamame is practically required eating. Hibachi sizzles from the open grill, filling the room with savory warmth. Staff seem to know regulars by name, guiding first-timers through an expansive menu that stretches confidently from classics to unexpected gems like takoyaki or tempura cheesecake. Sakura stands out as a gathering place where families celebrate milestones over sashimi, friends unwind with sake flights, and Tallahassee’s Japanese food lovers proudly bring their out-of-town guests for a taste of something real.

Price Level

$$

Contact

+1 850-222-9991

Outdoor Seating

Reservations Available

Hours

  • Sunday: 12PM - 10PM
  • Monday: 11:30AM - 3PM
  • Tuesday: 11:30AM - 3PM
  • Wednesday: 11:30AM - 3PM
  • Thursday: 11:30AM - 3PM
  • Friday: 11:30AM - 3PM
  • Saturday: 12PM - 11PM

Frontier Insights

Major destination with tourist appeal

TripAdvisor: Top 10% (#36 of 826)

Popular With

FamiliesFriendsCouples

Tourist Awareness

LevelHigh

TripAdvisor: #36 of 826 Places to Eat in Tallahassee

  • Outdoor seating available
  • Reservations accepted
Data confidence: high(5 sources)
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