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Sake Japanese Steak House & Sushi Bar - Steakhouse in Dayton, Ohio

Sake Japanese Steak House & Sushi Bar

4.2 (892 reviews)

2146 Miamisburg Centerville Rd, Dayton, OH 45459

Japanese restaurant
Steak house

About Sake Japanese Steak House & Sushi Bar - steak house in Dayton, Ohio

Basic sushi, hibachi & sake venue serving generous portions in an unassuming setting.

Customer Review Summary

Sake Japanese Steak House & Sushi Bar is a lively spot for group hibachi dining with entertaining chefs. While the food is generally good, many reviews mention feeling rushed during the meal. Service can be hit or miss, with some staff being friendly and others coming across as rude. There are complaints about pricing discrepancies and lack of communication regarding menu changes. The atmosphere is described as cramped and somewhat dark, detracting from the experience. Overall, while some diners enjoyed their meals and the entertainment, many expressed that they would return only with adjusted expectations.

Key Features

Service options

  • Delivery
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • 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
  • Coffee
  • Hard liquor
  • Healthy options
  • Small plates
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Groups
  • Tourists

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
549
4
166
3
81
2
29
1
67
Based on 892 reviews

Katrina Onyett

5 months ago

Very fun place to go with a group for hibachi. We had not been in years and it was better than I remembered. The space feels a little cramped and dark but the food was good and the chef was entertaining. We did feel rushed. This is not a place to linger at all. They push you to order quickly - bring out courses quickly then come back in five minutes to pick up the dishes. Everything is fast. Get them in and out as fast as possible. I get they want to turn the table but it was a little over the top. Despite the rush, we all had a great time and would do it again. Just have a plan to socialize elsewhere afterward.

VP

2 months ago

Went there for late lunch after seeing 50% off sushi sign outside. I just needed something light as I wasn’t too hungry. Both rolls were good but when I received my bill, price was not correct I was over charged on both rolls. When I ask the waitress how come price is not correct, she said let me get the manager. Manager/owner came over and explained “the menu is old we haven’t received new menu price is not much difference it’s only $1 more. Both rolls regular price is $13 and $10.75 at 50% off my bill should have been $11.87. I was charged $13.37. It’s not about $1.50 I was over charged, if I was told about incorrect pricing at the sitting I wouldn’t have had any issues but you can’t charge extra every customers without telling them upfront. She explained once she gave me $1 off(still not correct price) for the next time all sushi’s you add $1 more than what’s showing on the menu. Needless to say I will not be going there “next time” when you cheat your customers by over charging.

Brian Gesch

Amazing food. Took my girlfriend out for dinner there. Waitress was kinda rude. She said " What no tip " as I was about to tip her. So I didn't. The chef was amazing and funny and entertaining. Overall I'd highly recommend going . It's a good time

Kim Randolph

1 year ago

We were quickly seated soon after we arrived on a Saturday evening. Sake was a lot of fun. The hibachi is always entertaining. The service was great. The food was good, but I was a little disappointed as my sister in law is always raving about it. I just felt I've had a lot better from other restaurants. However, we ordered the spicy crunch tuna roll, and it was really good. I would go back because we did enjoy ourselves, but with more realistic expectations of the food. I gave more stars than I wanted to d/t the experience.

Theresa Allen

It’s the McDonald’s of Japanese cuisine. We were rushed to order on menus with no descriptions or I wasn’t given much time to see. They could have had a larger bill with alcohol orders but we were so rushed through it wasn’t worth it. The flat top was too hot and overcooked the food nothing is worse than overcooked tightened up seafood. This novelty has either run its course or needs to bring back some restaurant basics. Everything is so much more expensive so less can afford to eat out the only way you would get my repeat business is great customer service which this place did not deliver.

Ebony Henry

6 months ago

Ordered the chicken hibachi by calling in. Was ready within the 15 minutes I was told. Ordered a passion fruit boba tea with passion fruit toppings. Everything was great. Staff was friendly.

Morgan Perryman

2 years ago

This was a fun experience for us as a family. Everyone was friendly and our waitress was amazing. However, it was clear management had over-booked and was in a hurry to rush us out the door. Food was great, but definitely smaller portions than the Sake we usually visit at the Greene. We would come back, but not on a busy day. Being rushed out when we had a reservation was not fun or polite.

Natalie Larson

This was my first time at a hibachi grill style restaurant. Our chef was having a bad night. He began, and the grease trap fell, and he had already started the eggs. It went downhill from there. He wasn't as animated as the chef behind us!! That chef had his table rolling with laughter and cheers. Our chef was kind, but he was having a hard time catching up. The rice was still a little hard, and the steak was well not medium rare. I think I will give it another shot, tho because my friends all rave about it.

Location

Contact Information

Hours of Operation

Friday 10:30 AM–10:30 PM
Monday 10:30 AM–9:30 PM
Saturday 11:30 AM–10:30 PM
Sunday 11:30 AM–9:30 PM
Thursday 10:30 AM–9:30 PM
Tuesday 10:30 AM–9:30 PM
Wednesday 10:30 AM–9:30 PM

Price Range

$20–30