The Loveboat from Sushi Cafe is truly chef's kiss. Beautifully presented and generously portioned, it comes with a perfect variety of sashimi, nigiri, a classic California roll, and a special roll--something for every sushi lover at the table. One of the things we love most is that Sushi Cafe offers outdoor seating, which makes it easy to bring our dogs along (a huge win for fellow pet parents ). The service is consistently friendly, fast, and attentive, making the experience even better. I've been coming here for years, and without fail, the quality, freshness, and overall experience always impress. It's one of those places you can count on--time after time--and it never disappoints. read more

Sushi Cafe - Sushi Bars Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Don't let looks or location deceive you. I was next door getting a pedicure when the friends I was with decided they wanted lunch at the Sushi Cafe. I'm not from around here, so I had no opinion, other than the appearance. I was not optimistic. Service started the experience off right. Most everyone ordered something other than sushi (tempura mostly). I started with a seaweed salad. It was lacking in flavor (needed more marinade). I was thinking that my first impressions would be borne out. Regardless, I ordered most of my usuals to get a sample of what they do. I was very pleasantly surprised at the quality of all the fish. The preparation was very well done too. They provided ample ginger and wasabi, and offered low sodium soy. The Yellowtail was exceptional. The scallops were very good, and the tuna was good. The ikura and tobiko were also very fresh and delicious. They have quail egg on the menu, but, sadly, were out of them. Seating inside is a little sparse (it's a small place), but they have a nice outdoor seating area...no great scenery, but hey you're outside. The chairs and tables are cheap and mostly uncomfortable. They have a rather large selection of wine, and they get a little extra credit for having Asahi on the menu. I think that's the best beer with sushi. Unfortunately they were out of both Asahi and Kirin Ichiban, my second go-to beer. The others are the table enjoyed their cooked food. Overall, I fully recommend this place. Takeout would be a great option too. read more

Sushi Cafe - A mix of nigiri and a roll. This is very good stuff - Sushi Bars Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Normally this is my go to sushi restaurant. I really don't go any other place. But my last two experiences have not been good. The food quality and the preparation have not been Sushi Cafe the quality. I don't know if they have new people that are preparing the food the presentation is way off! My second to the last order was sashimi instead of sushi like I order. It did not contain the jalapenos that I requested to be on the roll But I chalked it up to them, just having a bad day. Recently, I just ordered basically the same order. They did get the order correct regarding sushi again I requested jalapenos on my rolls which were smoke salmon and spicy scallop rows(raw) this time they did have the jalapenos, but they were just set in the container. So that's a problem. I truly don't want to go anywhere else, but $30- $40 dollars on sushi, and it's not done right.I can't continue to do. Soooo does anyone know if they changed mgmt? read more

What a great sushi spot! I had my fingers crossed that this place would be good since it's so close to me. I placed a pick up order over the phone and it was ready in less than 15 minutes. I got the avocado roll, sweet potato roll, side of fried rice, and side of noodles. Everything was great! For the veggie rolls: the avocado in the avocado roll was perfectly ripe (sometimes places use underripe avocado which is yuck). The sweet potato roll had a good proportion of sweet potato to tempura. I might add eel sauce to it next time. The fried rice was just rice and egg, so if you're egg-free be sure to ask for no egg! The noodles were exactly what you'd expect and very flavorful. The portions were super generous for the price as well. I didn't dine in this time, but it looks like they have a great outdoor seating area for when the weather is nice. Overall, I definitely recommend, and it looks like this place will become my staple spot for sushi in the area! read more

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The tiniest sushi rolls ever! I ordered uber eats, 4 rolls to fee 2 people for $50. It all came in one box it was so tiny. I'm extremely upset and want the store to refund or send me more food. This is not ok! read more

Sushi Cafe - Sushi Bars Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

I used to order from here a lot during covid, but I've started coming here with my girlfriend quite a few times over the past couple months and every time it's an enjoyable experience. The sushi rolls are decently sized and the quality of the fish for the sushi and sashimi is very good. Everything is fairly priced as well, I never feel like I paid a lot for a little. The service is always polite and attentive. The inside of the restaurant is always nice and relaxing with the lights not being too bright and the music is at a tasteful volume. This will always be a go to spot if I ever want sushi and would highly recommend. read more

Always a great meal. Food always fresh and prepared in timely manner. Offers lunch habachi which is nice. I generally order take since I'm in a hurry but I love eating to the back patio during summer time. read more

Sushi Cafe - Salmon Katsu (D) Habachi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

I come here often. The food is always good and the staff is always nice. I recommend it often read more

The customer service here is horrible. I ordered online and when I arrived to pick it up, it was incorrect. The staff is very hostile and confrontational even when wrong. The food was okay but sadly I won't be returning read more

Today the and I had a little date at Sushi Cafe. We both had the shrimp fried rice and it was really good. Well seasoned, plenty of shrimp and the rice was fried good. I have no complaints about them. Nice clean spot, well lit, quiet. Somewhere you can go and enjoy a nice meal. 4 out of 5 for me. read more

I've had an unpleasant experience with the last sushi restaurant I visited recently. Ready to throw in the towel, my girl told me that she knew a great spot, and I decided to give things one last shot. Going in, there wasn't a lot of seating, but the atmosphere was pleasant and clean. That early evening, we ordered 1x rainbow roll, 1x dancing eel roll, and 1x kiwi roll. Moving on with my review, everything was great! For starters, the meal came with a choice of miso or clear soup of which I chose clear. The clear soup had a nice light broth, crsipy lil shallots, and some tender sliced mushrooms (for extra flavor, try adding a splash of soy sauce). As for the sushi, we tried the rainbow roll first, and the fish quality was indeed fresh! The dancing eel roll possessed interesting contrast of flavor but mainly reminded us of bbq chicken (eel). Lastly, the kiwi roll was a real shocker as the slightly tart flavor went amazing with sweet chili sauce and crispy shrimp! Moreover, our server was very friendly and highly attentive. Overall, this is one of my top contending spots for sushi in Jax now, and I'm happy to give Sushi Cafe a 5/5. read more

Sushi Cafe - Clear soup had nice light broth, crsipy lil shallots, and some tender sliced mushrooms (for extra flavor, try adding a splash of soy sauce) - Sushi Bars Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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The good really good and the service is always on point. The ambiance is "work" comfortable.

One of my fav sushi stops. I chose to sit outside; the evening was lovely out. I got the monster roll and clear soup. Both were perfect! The service was okay. It took a bit to be checked on at first, but once I put in my orders, it went fairly quick. I'd come back. read more

Consistently yummy. I always intend to try other rolls but the monkey is my favorite. Veggie rolls are cooling in this heat read more

Sushi Cafe - Monkey roll & Cucumber Roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Do not eat here! Got very sick for several days after eating this food. Go anywhere else!

I can't believe I only have one picture. I will say it's not because I didn't like my food it's because I've been here so many times that I didn't realize I hadn't posted pictures of my favorite roll. The Monster Roll. You won't find this roll on the menu but if you ask for it the chef will have no problem preparing it. I'm also a fan of the pork dumplings. There nothing over the top, just simple well prepared dumplings, just like I like. I must say the last few visits I've made here I've been given what seems to be a stretched, watery version of shrimp sauce but it didn't take away from the flavor of the monster roll so I'm not going to ding them for that. If you decide to check the place out just know it's in one of the most busy parking lots in Riverside so prepare to maneuver and fight for a space. The restaurant itself isn't that big but it's a pretty quiet relaxed atmosphere. I like to sit in the outside patio and watch the people go by. I just want to say I am thankful for the consistency of this place and can always guarantee that they'll execute my favorite sushi roll everytime. #Thankyouthursday read more

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This is the best sushi I have had in years! Great menu options for lunch & dinner portions! I did not even know sweet potato rolls existed! Deep fried skinny Smith & Dynamite roll was so delicious. My fave of course, the Philadelphia roll. Fresh, flavorful, reasonably priced. read more

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Food is delicious. Service was okay. I do like the vibe here. I come just for the Jimmy Smith roll. read more

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Overall it wasn't good sushi but it was edible. My coworkers and I were in Jacksonville on business and decided to ditch the disgusting hotel food not realizing the local food was no better unless it was a chain. The reviews here were pretty decent so we decided to give it a try. Honestly I've had better but for where I was, I guess it was ok. One thing is for certain there is no food like South Florida food. That's for sure. If I were ever back in Jacksonville, I am sure that I wont be back. read more

Wife and I went at 1430 on a Thursday. Place was half empty so no wait. Menu had a nice selection of sushi and other items. The bride had Agedashi Tofu with Scallop and Yellow Tail Sushi. I had a Shrimp Asparagus Roll, Spicy Tuna Roll and a River Side Roll. Food came out quickly and was very good. Place was clean, staff was polite, prices reasonable and the restroom was clean. Someone posted you will only like this if you don't know what good sushi is. I lived in Japan for three years and the spousal unit is Japanese so we know sushi. Only issue I had was the air conditioning was set very high easily over 80 degrees in the dining area (I find most places are too cold for me so this is saying something). Will eat there again. read more

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One of my favorites sushi place around Always good ... the service is excellent 100% recommended! read more

Sushi Cafe - Sushi Bars Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

I love Sushi & sashimi and the Sushi Cafe helps satisfy my craving, Almost every week I enjoy the outdoor dining as I savor the flavors of fresh Sushi & Sashimi. My go to meal is the Sushi special. For $11.95 you get 5 pieces of Nigiri, California roll & Tuna roll. I also order pan fried Gyoza. These two items are enough for two people to share. The special also comes with clear soup & salad, like ginger dressing. The restaurant does not have indoor seating due to Covid. The outdoor seating is very nice, with a roof and fans. It will be so pleasant when it gets cooler. Service is quick. I'll keep coming back for more, read more

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Another yummy sushi place in riverside! This one is located in the same parking lot as the Publix on riverside avenue. It's a cute little spot and they have plenty of outdoor seating. Everything was so good and fresh. I would come again for sure. read more

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Service was admirable, the staff are very attentive. Love the green tea. As for the sushi, will definitely come back! The salmon and tuna tasted very fresh and tender. read more

So I would have given service zero stars if google would let me - let me explain. The food is great! The location is great. The atmosphere is casual and cozy, acceptable for being casual fare. However after watching one couple walk out after being ignored for 12 minutes after sitting and not even having water right to them, our food came out. The server was definitely not stellar to start with but as someone who waited tables through college and then was in F&B and event management for over 10 years, I try to always be patient. What I did note however were numerous hicky marks all over her neck which looked very unhygienic! Okay moving on - our main courses came out and she literally lost her grip and dropped my entire hibachi meal (rice, veggies, shrimp and sauce - lots of sauce) in my lap. She felt awful. I was of course pissed but unharmed. I was however angered bc my ivory linen pants were no doubt doomed to be ruined given the oils that are used n hibachi cooking. $120 pants, tags cut off just last week - ruined. I was not angered at the sever - she did not mean to do this and she felt awful! I felt sad for her, albeit mad about my new favorite summer pants. By the end of the meal we had moved tables, a new sever stepped in and the owner came by to say sorry. Okay. As we were finishing he - the owner - drops the check!!! A 30% discount of $18.15 was given but my meal was $18.50! And who in their right mind as an owner drops any sort of check at all after such a catastrophe? You comp the meal and allow any monies left go to the staff. No. This guy dropped a check for $47 to which we left $47. He undoubtedly kept it all and stiffed his staff. I felt bad but had to leave zero tip to make a point. This owner lost a paying couple who would have returned if he handled it right, and then had a disaster (mistake of course) occur and he still wanted his money? Absolutely disgraceful. Not even an offer to have the pants attempted at dry cleaning. So I paid near $50 to lose a $120 pair of pants and stiff two servers. Karma will come to this local business owner. read more

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Sushi for lunch is always a great idea and Sushi Cafe don't disappoint. The service is always quick which allows me to enjoy lunch without rushing to get back to work. Sushi is always fresh and delicious. read more

Sushi Cafe - Dynamite Roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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The food was amazing and the service was nice. It's definitely a little small but I love the cozy vibes, especially during the cold season! The only thing that set me a tad off were the sticky tables but otherwise that, amazing sushi place! read more

The best place in Jax, Florida to enjoy Sushi and Sashimi Conveniently located in Riverside with outdoor seating too read more

Service was so fast and friendly! Sushi didn't just taste like typical sushi (If that makes sense haha); I could taste every ingredient! The side of veggies totally exceeded my expectations. They were so flavorful and fresh, not your typical side of frozen veggies. I'll be back, no doubt! read more

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Updated 1/11/20 Since my first review my wife and I have been to the Sushi Cafe several times. Though it's advertised as a cafe, with just a little improvement the cafe could be a bit more intimate and appealing. Hang some paintings, or better yet a mural, on the walls. That sure would be nicer than just looking at paint. How about dimming the lights after dark. Its so bright you do feel your in a all you can eat cafeteria, and not a restaurant. Some cushions on the outside metal chairs would be really nice. My tush would appreciate it. Original review The Sushi Cafe is a nice hole in the wall in Riverside. Located next to Publix and Starbucks (hint) you can a lot done and have a good lunch or dinner. A combination of booths, tables, sushi bar counter inside, and a covered patio with fans provides lots of seating options. In fact there is more seating outside than inside, it's a cafe. The restaurant is always clean and the staff very courteous. The menu is typical for a sushi bar, but what is nice is that the sushi is always fresh. The prices are average and the chef does a really nice presentation with everything served. If your looking for a nice quaint sushi bar in Riverside area with good food, look no further. It's quite inside, nice for having a good conversation without having to talk over tv's. read more

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Ordered Sushi Cafe for lunch yesterday. Have been eyeballing it ever since moving to Riverside. Have to say it was pretty good! Pickup service was fast and efficient and they have a table set up outside for to-go orders. My food was ready within the quoted pickup time. Only thing holding out from 5 stars was the miso soup - that was a thumbs down for me. On the other hand... the Rainbow Roll was fresh and delicious. Ate every bite and was impressed with quality and freshness. Also had a Boston roll (lettuce, shrimp, mayo) and it was very fresh I enjoyed it the most. The crunchy lettuce and shrimp were great with just a little soy sauce added in. Assorted sushi pieces were nicely portioned and they had pretty good prices for lunch specials (ordered before 3pm.) Will definitely be back again! read more

This is a very dependable sushi restaurant. I know this isn't sushi, but I highly recommend the veggie tempura. OMG, it's the bomb!!! You can't go wrong with the sushi either. Very well priced and delicious. It's a staple in my book! read more

This was a hidden gem after finding our there was a long line for Hawkins. Five Points is a great place to stroll on a date. We saw the baby ducks walking through the park when we went. There was no wait and the food came out fast. read more

Sushi Cafe - Sushi Bars Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

My son treated me to dinner here this evening. Both of us had eaten here when it was located on the other side of the building but had not since it moved. Boy were we wowed when we came in. Yes, the place is a lot smaller but it is very attractive and upscale looking. Definitely an improvement over the old place. I think the food was even better than before. Just the right amount of waiting time between drinks and soup and then soup and rolls, then rolls and dessert. We both had the clear soup (delish) and then split the Jaguar, Monster (off the Chef Special menu), and Rock & Rolls. All were super fresh and scrumptious and we enjoyed every bite. Even the fried cheesecake for dessert was just right. Service was prompt, the waitress was attentive and helpful, but not overbearing. It appeared that the other customers around us were being taken care of promptly by their waitresses as well. The dining area outside looked adorable and I am looking forward to the cooler weather and dining out there. Parking is a pain because that lot is set for many stores, but if you are patient, you will find one. All in all, I am very happy. They may have downsized, but they improved. read more

Sunday Sushi is fantastic. After a great dance lesson with Dance Salsa Jax, everyone was starving but wanted to grab something close and mildly health. Quickly decided sushi. But there were so many sushi options in the area. It came down to 4 people wanting to go here, 1 wanted Sake House, and 2 people that were completely new to the area. Ordered two rolls and decided on the salad with ginger dressing. This is a staple everywhere but there seems to be something extra fresh about that ginger dressing. Several members of our table where drinking up their bowls. The whole thing became a buffet since everyone just started passing plates around. Riverside Roll (A) Jax Roll (B-) Monster Roll (A+) Dynatmite Roll (A) Krab Rangoons (B) Shrimp tempora (A) Fried Gyoza (A) Tuna Tataki (A+) Some delicious sushi thing with ginger and kiwi - BRUH! (Honor Roll) Décor was cute, plenty of big windows to people watch on this cold night (as the food settled), and lots of outdoor seating for those warmer nights. Great sushi dinner with great company. 5 stars. ! read more

Sushi Cafe - River Side Roll & Chef Special Eel - Sushi Bars Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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This is a cute little eatery. Very popular, especially with the huge parking lot in the back and its being close to other restaurants as well as the Publix. But beware, there is absolutely nowhere to sit if you come here during lunch hour, so grab a bench or grab your food to go if you are hoping to sit during your meal. I ordered Miso Soup http://static.px.yelp.com/bphoto/_dcstEuDrz-mGijq5ZzQlA/l, Green Tea, Jimmy Smith Sushi Roll http://static.px.yelp.com/bphoto/urJbOM9J43Lme4pK9Kvxxg/l, and Tempura Fried Green Tea Ice Cream http://static.px.yelp.com/bphoto/ALvzyah7uTzj7iHMLfnzAQ/l. The Miso Soup was somewhat disappointing. Although the ingredients were fresh, there was barely any seaweed and the tofu was teensy weensy. 2 stars. The Green Tea was very good. Warm and had a nice flavor to it. 4 stars. The Jimmy Smith Sushi Roll is crab, salmon, and cream cheese, deep fried with spicy sauce and scallions on top. The ingredients complemented each other nicely. (Check out that lotus made of ginger.) Wonderful explosion on my tastebuds. 5 stars. As for the dessert, I have had fried ice cream many times at various other restaurants but it never ceases to baffle me. How does one take an extremely cold item such as ice cream and fry it and yet it stays cold inside. Still perplexing. Anyway, the flavor was good here. They did not overdo it with the breading. Just the right amount of breading to ice cream ratio. 4 stars. Service was interesting. One guy was hella slow but there was a chick waitress who was really quick and fast with my order. Service gets 3 stars. In summary: 3.6 stars, rounded up. Heads up, they have a coupon you can use if you visit their website. 10% off. read more

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Can't go wrong with Sushi Cafe. Their rolls are consistent and I usually order my food to-go. However, they do have a nice dining area as well as a covered outside seating area to enjoy a nice lunch if you choose to eat-in. They're usually pretty busy with people picking up orders so that's always a good sign. This last visit, I didn't call-in and just ordered a miso soup and a clear broth soup to-go. They threw in some extra little crunchies for free and I was in and out of there pretty quickly. By the way, both soups were absolutely perfect. read more

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If I could give 0 stars I would. I called to let them know there was a roach in my food. After I texted the owner the picture of it, they said they are too busy to respond at the moment. See the picture for details. read more

Sushi Cafe - Sushi Bars Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Other than the food, I liked y'alls fancy plates. Soup is good , sushi is good . Nice pricing. Next time i'm gon bring my wife and we're gon have to have a nice lunch before we put our dog puddin' down. Love the lunch special prices too! read more

Sushi Cafe - my dog puddin - Sushi Bars Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

First time into this place and I regretted it immediately on entering but I was tired and hungry, so decided to give it a shot...big mistake. My wife and I were horrified at the disgusting condition of everything, I honestly don't know if they've ever cleaned their establishment. Grease residue was all over the counters, tables, and floor. The floor was like an ice skating rink due to all the grease residue . The smell was horrific due to improper ventilation, which I highly doubt is up to code. Anyways, that was the atmosphere. The food, even worse. I moved from Denver a couple years ago and finding any decent sushi in Jacksonville aside from O-ku is next to impossible, so I'll keep the review of the sushi straightforward and concise. They serve the typical Jacksonville sushi of low grade fish, mostly fried options, all slathered in mayonnaise and sticky, sweet sauces. Barely a step above gas station sushi. Save your money and time since you'll have to shower and wash all clothing you wear here immediately after in hot water to try and get rid of the intense smells that attach to you after stepping into this place. Highly recommend to avoid this place!! read more