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    Nama Sushi Bar - Cedar Bluff

    3.3 (128 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Sushi
    Christy A.

    Drink was just okay, there was not blueberry flavor in a blueberry mint drink. Sushi was great and out of this world. We got 3 different types and all of them were great. Waiter was very helpful and quick to help. He spilled sauce all over me and my son and stained my tan shirt with red.

    Caterpillar Roll
    Samantha W.

    Service was good. Restaurant had a bit of an odd smell. Rolls were o.k. The rice wasn't pressed enough and each piece of my caterpillar roll wasn't cut all the way through making each piece fall apart when I went to pick it up. Edamame looked like it's kept in the freezer because some pieces were pretty freezer burned/browning/questionable looking and just not fresh looking. Overall not the worst I've had, not above average but it was ok.

    Alisa G.

    I understand that this is Tennessee and the fish here probably isn't the freshest, but even the shrimp was just abominable and had a sour taste. The food was so overpriced for the extremely low quality. I would rate the sushi below grocery store quality. I'm sorry but the food was so bad, please avoid.

    Kerri H.

    The sushi had great flavor and the service was good and attentive. Will definitely be back and would recommend.

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    Marlene K.

    Disappointed in Nama since my last review a year ago. Recently we came in and the menu changed. They no longer mark items as gf or vegetarian or vegan. The whole vegetarian section of the menu is gone. The only roll that's even still on the menu is the spicy shiitake. However I can still order the Marley roll and the Tofu Caprese (sans cream cheese). I'm thankful for that. But if I didn't know those rolls existed, how would I know to order them? My husband wanted edamame, and we had a conversation in front of the waiter about how every time we order that, it's mushy. He told us it was "looking good today". Spoiler alert: it was mushy again. It was so over cooked the pods were wrinkly. He said they steam them the same amount of time whether they are frozen or not. He offered to bring us new edamame. What's the point to get mushy edamame again? We declined and he took away the less than half eaten plate of them. When the bill came, we were still charged for them. Husband ordered a beer and the waiter had to be reminded after the edamame incident that he hadn't brought it yet. Once our rolls came, there were no soy sauce plates and we had to hunt down a chef to get some. No side plates were brought to put our sushi on, so we were left to balance each piece on our chopsticks and hope to not drip or drop on the way to our mouths. On the way out the floor seemed like it had been mopped with a greasy mop, as my rubber tennis shoes were slipping on it. Not good. Come on Nama, you can do better than this. I hope? I think we need some time apart.

    Dragon roll
    Jared M.

    Rating a solid 4.5/5 experience based on the bar top / sushi only dinner. The staff was very nice and checked in often enough (sometimes too much is off putting). The inside looked very clean and i felt good about eating sushi there based on the appearance. The sushi itself was on par for Nama (really, really good!) The location itself does require a bit of working through a commonly congested area, but hey, I'll take sushi in this spot any day. Will be back!

    crunchy shrimp roll
    Lindsay H.

    Pleasantly surprised on a Thursday that many of the rolls were half-priced. They were clear upon ordering that the veggie sushi roll that I ordered was not included in this pricing. Always appreciate a biz that keeps it real! Ordered the crispy veggie roll, crab dip, and crunchy shrimp roll. My to-go order was ready at the time promised. Crab dip app-Don't do it. Faux crab stick and a velveeta-esque tasting cheese. It was not an appetizing combo and quickly congealed into a plastic chunk. Avert your eyes, y'all, 'cause this dip isn't pretty (or tasty). Let's be honest, people aren't coming here for cheese, though! Onto the sushi action... The veggie roll was fine. Some of the veggies were a bit undercooked but it was otherwise good. I do not think this roll was worth full price and am curious if any of the veggie rolls on the menu are included in the half-off deals. The crunchy shrimp roll was great! Honestly, nothing super unique that you can't get elsewhere, but well-cooked and rolled. Would get this again. This probably would have been a 3-star without the half-price deal. On Mon and Thurs, definitely worth a visit if you are craving good sushi.

    Dining Room
    Melody J.

    We stopped in here because we were in the area and decided to try it. So far sushi in Knoxville can be hit-or-miss... mostly misses though! This was mid-afternoon on a Saturday, there was only a handful of customers there at the time. The place is clean and pretty big inside. We sat at the sushi bar and ordered a Seaweed Salad to start while we looked at the menu. We ended up ordering some Sashimi and a Caterpillar roll, which was made pretty quickly. The sushi chef was polite but not overly attentive. Everything we ordered was good.

    Herman P.

    My family and I in Knoxville (at Drury Inn) for the week. Our hotel is near Nama and when driving by in evenings, the restaurant always looked busy(a good sign). Thursday night we decided the 4 of us go, and it was busy too. Just let me say this was the best shushi/fusion Restaurant I have been to in such a long time, and I use to travel all Over the US for business. We ordered anything that sounded and looked good and a couples a rolls more than once. My two kids and wife loved it as much as I did. My wife and I had hot sake which was delicious. The food preparation was exactly like the pictures and various tastes. 12 yo ordered the "Drunken noodle" full of shrimp veg and very delicious not too spicy flavor that he couldn't even finish entire bowl. My youngest son's dessert (cheesecake) was more flavorful than just typical. Service was 5*. While the bill high, some rolls were on "1/2 price" menu while other items were higher than other prices I've seen but smelled and tasted fresh and was delicious so as a treat on our trip, it was well worth it. We as a family all had fabulous delicious time. we were the last ones to leave at 10:15 pm(arrived at 8pm with 20-25 minute wait). Definitely worth the experiences and a definite YES on our return to Knoxville. I don't mind paying for something that is worth the cost but it's not just the food but atmosphere, service and timelines of delivery of our meal. Execution was top tier By staff. Even ordered one Cali Roll to go for my youngest to take back to hotel which was packed with everything that would be if served at table side.

    Spring Rolls
    Rachel G.

    Mark your calendar for Mondays and Thursdays = half price rolls. They do not take reservations on those days so be prepared to wait. Excellent items to choose from the sushi was very fresh. The sake was excellent. The spring rolls were tasty not too greasy. The dumplings were not my favorite a bit to heavy. Fresh and fast!

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    7 months ago

    The sushi was just okay. Not enough for too much money. We really wanted to enjoy this place. ‍

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    They did not give me any wasabi with my sushi. Two of the rolls didn't taste good and the other was just OK.

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    Fresh, clean, nice, with amazing service and very skilled chefs! I recommend them over and over

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    The sushi is always great and I love the kind service. Never had a bad meal from this location.

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    I went out to dinner with my mom and some family friends this past Wed. There used to be a really…read moregood Chinese restaurant in Knoxville...honestly i don't remember its name or location but it doesn't exist anymore. My mom said Asia Kitchen is the best Chinese in the city now. Unfortunately if that is correct, then it makes me very sad. I have eaten at "Real" Chinese restaurants before and this is not close imo. I got Szechuan Beef...this is supposed to be a very spicy dish. My order was not spicy at all...not saying it was bland, but it didn't have the "kick" I was expecting. My mom shared a whole steamed fish with her friends. They did enjoy it, but it wasn't for me. I have decided to bump my rating up to four stars because of the wonton/egg drop soup. I didn't even realize this was a thing. We got one large serving and it was plenty for the table. Finally the reason i didn't give 5 stars was because of the table service. The others brought wine , but i ordered a Diet Coke when we were seated. Unfortunately it never arrived...our server acknowledged my order, but I guess she forgot during the dinner rush. I did have water so I didn't complain. Overall dinner was ok...it was very nice that we were allowed to take our time.

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    I ordered the spicy tuna roll, which was delicious, and I also ordered the chicken pho soup. Now I…read morehave had chicken pho in many different states and restaurants and the chicken is never grilled or fried. It's always just cooked and only the white meat is served in big chunks never cut up into pieces. Here although it was still good, but it looked like it was fried lightly which changed the taste of the broth. Also, the noodles were different here. If I come back (distance) I'll only get sushi, unless they change the way they make chicken pho, because I love pho soup. Place is clean and staff friendly.

    I'm always skeptical of Asian fusion restaurants because I have this perspective that they are more…read morelikely to do one type of food very well and many types of food "just average." Asian Yummy in Knoxville is an absolute gem and easily one of my favorite dining experiences in the area. From the moment you walk in, everything feels thoughtful and welcoming. The first thing that stood out to me was the sparkling clean restaurant and the clean glassware and crisp, filtered water--a small detail that speaks volumes about how much care they put into the guest experience. The portion sizes are incredibly generous for the price, making it feel like a true value without sacrificing quality. Every dish I tried is satisfying, flavorful, and clearly prepared with pride. You leave full, happy, and already planning your next visit. What truly elevates Asian Yummy, though, is the exceptionally friendly service. The staff are warm, attentive, and genuinely kind, creating a relaxed and inviting atmosphere that makes you want to linger. You're treated like a valued guest, not just another table. Clean, affordable, delicious, and welcoming--Asian Yummy hits every mark. If you're in Knoxville and looking for a place that consistently delivers comfort, quality, and outstanding hospitality, this spot is an absolute must.

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