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Samurai Japanese Steak House & Sushi Bar - Steakhouse in Gainesville, Florida

Samurai Japanese Steak House & Sushi Bar

4.2 (1188 reviews)

3720 NW 13th St #1, Gainesville, FL 32609

Japanese steakhouse
Sushi restaurant

About Samurai Japanese Steak House & Sushi Bar - steak house in Gainesville, Florida

Customer Review Summary

Samurai Japanese Steak House & Sushi Bar is highly praised for its hibachi experience and delicious food. Reviewers commend the quality and portion sizes of their meals, highlighting dishes like the Spicy Tuna Roll and dinner for two, which includes filet mignon, shrimp, lobster, and scallops. Service received mixed feedback; while many noted friendly and attentive staff, one reviewer pointed out issues with customer service and a lack of typical birthday celebrations compared to other Japanese steakhouses. The atmosphere received criticism from one guest who found it lacking in decorum, describing it more like a college bar than a traditional Japanese restaurant. Despite some negative comments, several reviewers expressed a strong desire to return, valuing both the food quality and the entertainment provided by the chefs.

Key Features

Service options

  • Delivery
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Great tea selection

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Comfort food
  • Hard liquor
  • Healthy options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • College students
  • Groups

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking

Customer Reviews

Rating Distribution

4.2 out of 5
5
722
4
202
3
102
2
53
1
109
Based on 1188 reviews

Cindy Ballard

2 months ago

This was one of the best hibachi places i have ever been. The amount of food and quality, the service especially for NY eve was all impeccable. Nice size glass of plum wine. The salad dressing was so good I bought some to go. You cannot go wrong here. The picture is only half of the food as me and my his got the dinner for 2 and he had a huge plate of noodles and steak and veggies and shrimp and lobster. This is easily 3 meals.

Rckimrll 44

3 months ago

We had a wonderful time here. They accommodated our party of 11 even though they were closing soon. The food was excellent and the portions were huge! The hibachi chef was great, and our server was excellent. The whole staff was very helpful and friendly. Thank you.

Valerie Hill

8 months ago

Didn't get very good pictures. We started enjoying our delicious food and company before I got the pictures. We started with the Spicy Tuna Roll, and then we had the dinner for 2. It consists of Filet Mignon, Shrimp, Lobster,and Scallops. You also get fried rice, noodles, vegetables, soup, and salad. Our friends had the same dinner, and since it was one of their birthday, they got a free cheesecake. They food was delicious, the steak just melted in your mouth, and the seafood was fabulous. Our chef was great and even sang to our friend, and our waitress was very attentive.

Examiner 007

2 years ago

I have always been amazed by the skill that these types of chefs possess and the gentleman who served our birthday party was no exception. He was very polite and friendly. Now the food was equally delicious and impressive. Seafood 🦞 beef 🥩 chicken 🍗 all three were outstanding. It’s a good idea to make a reservation so you can be seated right away. Lunch was great but I can’t wait to go back for dinner. Enjoy 😉

Debra Suter

Food was very good and the chef was great. The waiter and the other staff was wonderful also. Left overs will be just as yummy too!!

Cabi Style with Leza

2 years ago

The table cook was very pleasant and food was well prepared. He did the standard tricks. It was for my daughters birthday. Just a heads up NO free birthday dinner or lunch like other Japanese Steakhouses in town or hitting the gong for your bday. The waitress and front staff were not as pleasant. That is why a 3 star. Not sure if new but customer service was not their strength. Great deal for lunch. But don’t expect any extras for birthdays.

Rebecca Plemmons

1 star for the atmosphere is too generous for this establishment. If you want a drunk college bar setting than this is your place. It is not the respectful, professional, dignified Japanese restaurant that would honor such an amazing culture. My husband and I were absolutely appalled by the lack of decorum. We will not return.

Deanna O.

2 years ago

Not my first time here and will definitely not be the last. It’s always years in between visits, but I refuse to go to any other hibachi grill. The staff is super tentative, friendly, and have a sense of humor. The food is always amazing! The showmanship is absolutely fun to watch.

Location

Contact Information

Hours of Operation

Friday 11 AM–2 PM, 4:30–9 PM
Monday 11 AM–2 PM, 4:30–9 PM
Saturday 4:30–9 PM
Sunday 12–9 PM
Thursday 11 AM–2 PM, 4:30–9 PM
Tuesday 11 AM–2 PM, 4:30–9 PM
Wednesday 11 AM–2 PM, 4:30–9 PM

Price Range

$20–30