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Authentic Sushi & Japanese Cuisine - Sakabayashi Sushi Tavern, Boston, MA

Sakabayashi Sushi Tavern

4.7
4.7
25 Reviews
$31 to $50
Sushi
  • Hot spot
  • Charming
  • Innovative
The authentic ambiance of giant lanterns, Japanese style watercolor thick brush artwork along the walls and hanging cedar leaves – a traditional sign of fresh sake – sets the stage for an unparalleled dining experience.

The menu is a delightful journey through the best of Japanese cuisine, offering a modern twist on shared sushi platters and sake bars. Each dish is a masterpiece, crafted with premium toro imported directly from Japan, ensuring every bite is as authentic as it is delicious.

The sushi chefs, true artisans of their craft and spearheaded by 3 Chefs directly imported from Japan, work with a precision and passion that's palpable.

Pairing the meal with their extensive sake list, featuring selections that perfectly complement the sushi, is a must. For those looking for something a bit different, the inventive cocktails provide a refreshing counterpoint to the rich flavors of the food.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Sushi, Japanese, Japanese Speciality
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–15:00 Sat, Sun 11:30–17:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:30
  • Phone number
    (857) 449-9006
  • Website
    http://www.sakabayashi.com/
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

Menu

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What 25 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Sakabayashi Sushi Tavern offers a "superb meal choice" with its diverse and innovative menu, featuring unique fusion creations like Ankimo and the dragon roll. The "service is wonderful," and it's a great spot for special occasions. Despite occasional wait times, it remains a "breath of fresh air" in Boston's sushi scene.

25 Reviews

  1. james

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 26 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Eclectic approach to sushi not found anywhere. Chef dares to venture with unique combinations of foods and prepared that wow the palate.

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  2. Nate

    VIP

    West Palm Beach

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 24 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lunch for two - meeting - we each had the special lunch (they say 10 servings per day - no problem getting two at noon) Fish was very fresh, pleasant and efficient service and easy to hold a conversation.

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  3. Torlina880

    Greater Boston

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 21 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Took my friend for his birthday lunch. We both had the ramen and sushi lunch combo. Sushi was fresh and the ramen was delicious. A great experience! Staff were very friendly. They even brought out a birthday dessert!

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 30 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Family came here for a dinner during BU move in. Wonderful atmosphere and staff. The sushi selection was vast and super tasty. I highly recommend this place

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  5. Seiji

    Greater Boston

    18 reviews

    3.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on 24 August 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great appetizers. Agedashi tofu is as really good. Unfortunately, maki sushi was awful. The roll was loose, large chunks of fish/vegetables.

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  6. Taeko

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 August 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Nice location, nice stuff and nice atmosphere but something missing. I will recommend to the people to visit there!

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  7. adam

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    147 reviews

    5.0

    147 reviews

    Dined on 15 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    What a great new spot. We went for the dine out Boston special, but we will be back for sure. The service is wonderful, the quality of the fish was excellent and authentic. The cocktails are very good too! I wish this place much success!

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  8. Gabriel

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 13 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent value if you go for lunch (as we did)! Go early to try to get one of their 10-orders-only Sashimi Boat (can't say for sure if it's a marketing ploy or if they really limit it to only 10 orders); either way, great value. Also, I note it's one of the few places anywhere in the Boston area where you can get Ankimo (monkfish liver), and quality ankimo at that! It is probably worth noting that if you are expecting a freebie for a special occasion, you should not expect one, but maybe their policy is different for dinner.

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  9. Ken

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 10 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Interesting fusion creations. Tried the foie gras from the sea (monk fish liver) which was an interesting take on four...you could still taste the liver but you never know it was monkfish. Sweet and sour friends (karaage fried chicken with a tartar sauce) was an interesting take on beer batter fish and chips. The dragon roll was amazing...highly recommend because it had so much eel.

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  10. Alexander

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 9 August 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Great lunch spot. The menu is kind of confusing to navigate.

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Sakabayashi Sushi Tavern is rated 4.7 stars by 25 OpenTable diners.

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Google Map for Sakabayashi Sushi Tavern

665 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116-4823

Additional information

  • Area
    Back Bay
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–15:00 Sat, Sun 11:30–17:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:30
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Sushi, Japanese, Japanese Speciality
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
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