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    Utamaro Sushi Bar

    4.8 (40 reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 8:00 pm

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    Tuna Nigiri
    Chasing R.

    Such friendly staff and tuna is alright. Doesn't really pass my test, but the ambience was very nice.

    Bang Roll - Simple Classic
    Jenn L.

    Very nice, clean with an open concept. The food is always fresh and absolutely delicious! They are up on the trends and provide a great dining experience! We had for appetizers the Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice and the Seared Ahi Tuna. The Spicy Tuna crispy rice was so good, great combination of flavors & textures, loved every single bite!! The Seared Ahi was fresh and cold... perfection! The rolls were also great and fresh. We had the Tiger & Crunchy Tuna roll, both deep fried and the classic Bang Roll. We haven't had a bad meal here, EVER! The waiter hustles hard for restaurant and does a great job making sure everyone is taken care of. This is our GO TO sushi spot, every time! Well done!!

    To go plate Firecracker roll and Utamaro roll

    Best sushi I've had by far!!!! Service is great and restaurant is clean. So glad I found this place I've been back a few times since I found them recently!

    Anna M.

    Awesome new sushi spot in punta gorda! The ambiance inside is date-night ready and the service and food were wonderful! We were greeted promptly upon entering, and the server offered paper towels to dry off from the rain. We loved the spring rolls, and service was kind enough to check on the ingredients for me to ensure they fit my dietary needs. The fried rice and sushi rolls were also great. They have the vegetarian sushi listed separately to make it easy to find. We were very pleased with the experience.

    Dragon Roll! Fantastic
    Debra A.

    We were originally going to another restaurant that was closed. Thank goodness as we found this fantastic place. The service was fast and friendly and the shop itself was well appointed.There was something for everyone sushi and non sushi eaters alike. The dish's we beautiful and very tasty. When I am in town again I absolutely will be back.

    Carsen S.

    AMAZZZINGGG Sushi in Punta Gorda offers exceptional food and service. The menu features fresh, flavorful sushi with both classic and creative options. Our server, Zhan, made the experience even better with her friendly, attentive service and great recommendations. Very clean they have multiple lunch specials!!! So fresh so fast! I haven't had good fresh sushi in Punta Gorda in a long time!! Thank you!!! Highly recommend visiting for a fantastic meal!

    Gloria V.

    We finally get a great sushi restaurant in town. We have been there 3 times and we have been completely satisfied with the freshness, quality, and taste of their sushi! Service is friendly and attentive. I would recommend it to anyone!

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    9 days ago

    Great food & service Kevin is friendly and very knowledgeable about the food. A clean & inviting restaurant and we needed this type of food

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    14 days ago

    The food is amazing, best sushi you'll find in the area, and the waiter is amazing. He's quick, polite, accurate, and very kind.

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    4 months ago

    Great place with great service! They have a superb selection of fresh fish! Highly recommend if you are in Punta Gorda!

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    3 months ago

    Always do take out. It's great. They know us by name. And they add extra stuff sometimes. The follow directions.

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    6 months ago

    Still the best. Will not disappoint. Service was wonderful. Love this place.

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    9 months ago

    Rolls were big and generously sized, delicious. Service was excellent, they provided a few extras to the meal. Would definitely go again.

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    1 year ago

    Best sushi around!! Fantastic sushi and great selection of appetizers. Greta service also!

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    2 years ago

    Great experience all round. Great sushi and service and a nice clean location with appropriate music and ambience.

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    2 years ago

    Loved the sushi. It stacks up with the best in town. we had a blackboard special roll and it was very fresh.

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    1 year ago

    Wonderful service and very fresh food. This was our first visit and we will be back! Great food!

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    2 years ago

    Large rolls, best local sushi in a long time. Reasonable prices. The tempura cheese cake was to die for!!

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    2 years ago

    Amazing food! From the appetizers, sushi and then the ramen!! Delicious! I just wish they put bean sprouts in the ramen

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    2 years ago

    Don't waste your time. Presentation poor. Taste brutal. Had to spit out tuna, tasted like bad fish.

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    2 years ago

    Food was great! Service was good. Our waitress was very attentive. We enjoyed it! Would come again!

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    2 years ago

    Very good!! Great service from Kevin! And the sushi was excellent! Definitely will go back !

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