NO NO NOOOOOOOOO! Just NO! I should have trusted my fellow Yelpers but this was one of those occasions when you just have to take one for the team when it involves a good friend's choice for a birthday dinner. I'm not even going to blah blah blah about the staff or the decor or the pretty koi. What speaks for itself is that 3 (comfirmed) out of 9 guests at our table were hitting the bathroom more than once before even leaving...me included. One of us is now at home still going through it. Not worth it!
(1)
Peter M.
This place is typically a great place to come. I don't recommend it after 7:45. The food was either cold or over cooked because it had been sitting under the heat lamp. The sushi today was better than usual but some of my party were very dissatisfied with the food. I have been eAting here for years and the owners are great and 90% of the time it has been great, so one off night is allowed. Just one management so get your cook off his cell phone and focus on cooking. Crawfish
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Kimberly B.
I'm saddened to say that this place is now disgusting! The food was horrible I took a bite of four things and couldn't eat any of it. As my husband and I were discussing this the table opposite of us got up and walked out. The management chased them down and caused a huge scene. Needless to say we paid and left. Will never go back!
(1)
Nathan O.
I should have trusted other reviews! Nothing looked as good as the pictures. The food had no flavor and like many places, it only had one dish that wasn't chicken. Don't waste your money here!!!
(1)
Jim H.
This is the former New China Buffet which I reviewed and liked (3 stars) based on the lower expectations I have for AYCE buffets at a lower price point. I felt the need to update that review before someone says "this guy thinks it's good" and go based on address and no realization of a name / ownership change. Here is my brief update: The review I'm updating is almost five years old, and this place has changed names and ownership I assume, and is now Sakura Hibachi Buffet. Just a warning in this update; we went once and seems the new ownership mainly turned the hot food units in another direction. Somehow they also added the "aura" of a dirty place where you really don't want to touch anything. The carpet was old and filthy. The food looked unattended and was really below average for even buffets. The few things I liked with prior ownership (namely fresh clams & green tip mussels) were gone. The crab legs they have are so skinny they're not worth eating, and they re-fill them with just a few so their "customers" stand in line waiting for a morsel. Being cheap with portions (can't afford to serve them, don't offer them) won't go over big in a buffet and is an indication how management views their clientele. We have never returned and won't.
(1)
August W.
Worst food ever. Eat here at your own risk. Most of the food was inedible, being undercooked, overcooked or stuffed with some unknown filler that was downright nasty. After giving up on eating my first plate of food, I went up for a salad. Limited choices and the croutons were stale. I doubt this place will be in business long.
(1)
Ronald M.
I normally look for the positive in anything. I couldn't find anything here. Absolutely horrible. First, the Mongolian grill chef spent most of my time here on the phone. Overlooked my entree. Tried a few more choices and everything was cold, stale, or unappealing. This is one place to stay away from. Totally a waste of money. Do yourself a favor and buy something off a 7-11 grill before you come here. #ronmadmax
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Elizabeth E.
The food was not good at all. Most things were either under cooked or over cooked. The staff was fine, but the food wasn't worth the almost $12 per diner. The greatest part is when a cockroach started crawling around our booth. (picture has been shared in case you want to see) The best part? When I told them about the cockroach and they did nothing. No apology and we still payed $25 bucks for our dinner. Disgusting.
(1)
Larry J.
This was my first visit since it changed hands. I love shrimp but didn't take any because they were too small to be worth peeling. The food looked delicious but just didn't taste as good as it looked. I won't go back.
(1)
Harry L.
This place isn't as bad as the past reviews make it out to be. Service was pretty good. Our waitress refilled our waters and cleared our plates promptly. Food was what you'd normally expect from a Chinese buffet, nothing spectacular but it was good and worth the price. Atmosphere was ok, we went in for lunch so it wasn't too crazy, the place is clean enough, not filthy like the other reviews would have you believe. Bathroom was kinda sketchy though, they had the cleaning supplies just sitting under the sink. Overall a decent and cheap buffet. I'd probably go again when I want to gorge myself on cheap chicken.
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Ryan H.
Sakura Hibachi Buffet was an average place to eat. It wasn't anything spectacular not was it terrible. That buffet food is par, some of it below average, others fairly tasty. They have some other interesting food like crawfish on ice and octopus salad, and also some sushi, which wasn't half bad. The best part of this place is the hibachi chef cooking food right in front of you; if you don't utilize this service, you are missing out. The dessert bar is also average for a buffet. This is a great bargain for lunch, but there are definitely tastier places for dinner.
(3)
Anisa P.
One word: awful!! My husband and I went on an early Sunday evening. The place was half empty. That should have served as a warning. The food was dry and shriveled as if it had been sitting out all day. Most of it was cold as well. The chicken from the chicken and broccoli was gray, yuck! Everything tasted old and not very good. The only thing halfway decent was the sushi but even that was not worth the price. I know you can't expect much from a Chinese buffet but among many of the local joints I've visited, this was hands down the worst. Do not recommend.
(1)
Jason W.
Sakura hibachi buffet are better than other buffet in sarasota.they food very fresh than other I eat.
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Amy B.
I've been going there for a few years now. The last few times I haven't been as happy. It's a beautiful place and love the bridge entrance, but the food has lost the flair that will keep me coming back.
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The popularity of Chinese food in America can be adjudicated by the appearance of China Town in many major cities in the United State of America. The popular trend of ordering or opting for Chinese take away food isn't unknown in America. Chinese take away food comes to rescue when you're too tired from work or too exhausted to cook. No one can resist the temptation of eating spicy noodles, shrimp, chicken, beef or pork cooked in the sweet and spicy sauce. The cooking method of authentic Chinese food is a lot different compared to what is served in America.
Generally, Chinese use dark meat small bones and organs to cook dishes but this changes when you are eating American-Chinese fusion food prepared using white boneless meat cooked with broccoli, carrots and onions. Back in China, the food is less spicy and oily as they favor steaming and braising method for cooking the most popular dishes. So, if you have a taste for authentic Chinese food, then try finding a real Chinese restaurant in the city. You can also try the most popular fusion Chinese food like Pecking Duck, Chicken Feet, Hot Pot, Shrimp Dumpling Soup, Mapo Tofu, Wontons, Chop Suey, Egg Rolls and not to forget Fortune Cookies.
There are not many restaurants in America serving authentic Chinese food. A little research on Restaurant Listings directory can help you locate the best Chinese restaurants in the city. Chinese cuisine is continuously evolving, and you can find a variety of dishes categorized as the food for lactose intolerant, gluten intolerant, vegan, vegetarian, and diabetic friendly. So, if you have a group of friends with different taste patterns, save the hassle and visit the nearest Chinese restaurant in your city.
Stacy C.
NO NO NOOOOOOOOO! Just NO! I should have trusted my fellow Yelpers but this was one of those occasions when you just have to take one for the team when it involves a good friend's choice for a birthday dinner. I'm not even going to blah blah blah about the staff or the decor or the pretty koi. What speaks for itself is that 3 (comfirmed) out of 9 guests at our table were hitting the bathroom more than once before even leaving...me included. One of us is now at home still going through it. Not worth it!
(1)Peter M.
This place is typically a great place to come. I don't recommend it after 7:45. The food was either cold or over cooked because it had been sitting under the heat lamp. The sushi today was better than usual but some of my party were very dissatisfied with the food. I have been eAting here for years and the owners are great and 90% of the time it has been great, so one off night is allowed. Just one management so get your cook off his cell phone and focus on cooking. Crawfish
(4)Kimberly B.
I'm saddened to say that this place is now disgusting! The food was horrible I took a bite of four things and couldn't eat any of it. As my husband and I were discussing this the table opposite of us got up and walked out. The management chased them down and caused a huge scene. Needless to say we paid and left. Will never go back!
(1)Nathan O.
I should have trusted other reviews! Nothing looked as good as the pictures. The food had no flavor and like many places, it only had one dish that wasn't chicken. Don't waste your money here!!!
(1)Jim H.
This is the former New China Buffet which I reviewed and liked (3 stars) based on the lower expectations I have for AYCE buffets at a lower price point. I felt the need to update that review before someone says "this guy thinks it's good" and go based on address and no realization of a name / ownership change. Here is my brief update: The review I'm updating is almost five years old, and this place has changed names and ownership I assume, and is now Sakura Hibachi Buffet. Just a warning in this update; we went once and seems the new ownership mainly turned the hot food units in another direction. Somehow they also added the "aura" of a dirty place where you really don't want to touch anything. The carpet was old and filthy. The food looked unattended and was really below average for even buffets. The few things I liked with prior ownership (namely fresh clams & green tip mussels) were gone. The crab legs they have are so skinny they're not worth eating, and they re-fill them with just a few so their "customers" stand in line waiting for a morsel. Being cheap with portions (can't afford to serve them, don't offer them) won't go over big in a buffet and is an indication how management views their clientele. We have never returned and won't.
(1)August W.
Worst food ever. Eat here at your own risk. Most of the food was inedible, being undercooked, overcooked or stuffed with some unknown filler that was downright nasty. After giving up on eating my first plate of food, I went up for a salad. Limited choices and the croutons were stale. I doubt this place will be in business long.
(1)Ronald M.
I normally look for the positive in anything. I couldn't find anything here. Absolutely horrible. First, the Mongolian grill chef spent most of my time here on the phone. Overlooked my entree. Tried a few more choices and everything was cold, stale, or unappealing. This is one place to stay away from. Totally a waste of money. Do yourself a favor and buy something off a 7-11 grill before you come here. #ronmadmax
(1)Elizabeth E.
The food was not good at all. Most things were either under cooked or over cooked. The staff was fine, but the food wasn't worth the almost $12 per diner. The greatest part is when a cockroach started crawling around our booth. (picture has been shared in case you want to see) The best part? When I told them about the cockroach and they did nothing. No apology and we still payed $25 bucks for our dinner. Disgusting.
(1)Larry J.
This was my first visit since it changed hands. I love shrimp but didn't take any because they were too small to be worth peeling. The food looked delicious but just didn't taste as good as it looked. I won't go back.
(1)Harry L.
This place isn't as bad as the past reviews make it out to be. Service was pretty good. Our waitress refilled our waters and cleared our plates promptly. Food was what you'd normally expect from a Chinese buffet, nothing spectacular but it was good and worth the price. Atmosphere was ok, we went in for lunch so it wasn't too crazy, the place is clean enough, not filthy like the other reviews would have you believe. Bathroom was kinda sketchy though, they had the cleaning supplies just sitting under the sink. Overall a decent and cheap buffet. I'd probably go again when I want to gorge myself on cheap chicken.
(3)Ryan H.
Sakura Hibachi Buffet was an average place to eat. It wasn't anything spectacular not was it terrible. That buffet food is par, some of it below average, others fairly tasty. They have some other interesting food like crawfish on ice and octopus salad, and also some sushi, which wasn't half bad. The best part of this place is the hibachi chef cooking food right in front of you; if you don't utilize this service, you are missing out. The dessert bar is also average for a buffet. This is a great bargain for lunch, but there are definitely tastier places for dinner.
(3)Anisa P.
One word: awful!! My husband and I went on an early Sunday evening. The place was half empty. That should have served as a warning. The food was dry and shriveled as if it had been sitting out all day. Most of it was cold as well. The chicken from the chicken and broccoli was gray, yuck! Everything tasted old and not very good. The only thing halfway decent was the sushi but even that was not worth the price. I know you can't expect much from a Chinese buffet but among many of the local joints I've visited, this was hands down the worst. Do not recommend.
(1)Jason W.
Sakura hibachi buffet are better than other buffet in sarasota.they food very fresh than other I eat.
(5)Amy B.
I've been going there for a few years now. The last few times I haven't been as happy. It's a beautiful place and love the bridge entrance, but the food has lost the flair that will keep me coming back.
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