Sakura – Japanese
Sakura captures the spirit of a lively izakaya, where the soft glow of the dining room sets the stage for a feast of bold, shareable flavors. Golden-fried tempura and crispy pork gyoza arrive steaming at the table, perfectly complemented by the sticky sweetness of signature Mongolian ribs and the refreshing, citrusy zest of chilled seafood sunomono. It is a place where the warmth of communal plates and a vibrant atmosphere turn every meal into a celebratory exploration of Asian-inspired comfort.
1175 West Historic Route 66, Flagstaff AZ 86001 https://sakuraflagstaffsushi.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Japanese
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, low-carb, dairy-free, nut-free, vegetarian, gluten-free, vegan, keto, halal, pescatarian, diabetic, heart-healthy, low-fat, plant-based, sugar-free, mediterranean, whole30, paleo, low-sodium, atkins, south-beach, low-cholesterol, clean-eating, high-fiber, anti-inflammatory, weight-watchers, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, volumetrics, tlc, detox, alkaline, low-fodmap, carnivore, raw-food, aip, mayo-clinic, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, candida, pegan
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Hours
- Sunday
- 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Thursday - Saturday
- 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners celebrate the succulent dishes and generous portions, frequently praising the kitchen for its flavorful and satisfying offerings. Reviewers highlight the efficient, knowledgeable service that ensures a seamless meal, while the inviting ambiance creates a memorable setting for any occasion. Guests consistently note
Menu
Appetizers
- Classic Edamame - $7: steamed and salted Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Candida
- Garlic Edamame - $7.5: steamed and salted Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
- Spicy Edamame - $7.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
- Vegetable Eggrolls - $7 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Pork Gyoza - $8 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Teriyaki Chicken Wings - $9 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Famous Mongolian Ribs - $12 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Shrimp Tempura - $13 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Vegetable Tempura - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Sunomono (Shrimp and Crab) - $11: shrimp and crab Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Volumetrics
- Sunomono (Octopus) - $12: octopus Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Atkins, South-Beach, Volumetrics, TLC, Mayo-Clinic, Lectin-Free
- Baked Green Mussels - $12 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Salads
- Spicy Tuna Salad - $15 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach, Volumetrics
- Spicy Salmon Salad - $14.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Cucumber Salad - $8.5 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Pegan
- Seasoned Squid Salad - $9 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Volumetrics
- Seasoned Seaweed Salad - $9 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic
Sushi Rolls
- Tekka - $8: Tuna Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, TLC
- Negihama - $9: Yellowtail Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, TLC
- Salmon Roll - $9.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, TLC, Macrobiotic
- Eel & Avocado - $11.5 Dietary tags: Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- California Roll - $10: Crab and avocado Dietary tags: Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Fat
- Special California - $10.5: crab, avocado, topped with masago and tobiko Dietary tags: Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Alaska Roll - $9.5: crab, salmon, and avocado Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Raw-Food
- Philadelphia Roll - $9.5: smoked salmon, cream cheese, and avocado Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Spicy Tuna Roll - $10: spicy tuna, avocado, cucumber, and sprouts Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Raw-Food
- Shrimp Tempura Roll - $10.5: crab, tempura shrimp, avocado, and sweet mayo Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Spider Roll - $16: soft shell crab, crab, avocado, masago, topped with eel sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Rainbow Roll - $16: crab, avocado, masago, topped with salmon, albacore, tuna and shrimp Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Raw-Food
- Caterpillar Roll - $16.5: crab, eel, masago, topped with avocado and eel sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Boston Roll - $13: crab, spicy tuna, cucumber, and avocado Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Snake Roll - $15: spicy crab, avocado, masago, topped with eel, avocado, and eel sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Arizona Roll - $13.5: eel, cream cheese, cucumber, avocado, topped with eel sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Salmon Skin Roll - $10: crispy salmon skin, cucumber, yamagobo, sprouts, and bonito flakes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Dragon Roll - $15: crab, tempura shrimp, masago, topped with avocado and eel sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Nigiri & Sashimi
- Inari Nigiri - $4.5: Marinated Tofu Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, Macrobiotic
- Saba Nigiri - $5.5: Mackerel Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Raw-Food, TLC
- Maguro Sashimi - $16: Tuna Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Clean-Eating, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Raw-Food, TLC, Detox, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Hamachi Carpaccio - $17.5: yellowtail, ponzu sauce, pico de gallo Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Raw-Food
- Small Nigiri Combo - $21: 6 pcs Nigiri: tuna, albacore, hamachi, shrimp, halibut Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Raw-Food
- Large Sashimi Combo - $34: 15 pcs chef's choice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, Raw-Food, TLC, Detox, AIP, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
Teppanyaki Main Courses
- Hibachi Chicken - $28: tender chicken breast, served with hibachi vegetables, steamed rice and choice of sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Hibachi New York Steak - $33: 10 oz new york steak, served with hibachi vegetables, steamed rice and choice of sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Hibachi Filet Mignon - $36: 5oz center cut filet, served with hibachi vegetables, steamed rice and choice of sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Hibachi Shrimp - $33: Grilled shrimp served with garlic butter, lemon, hibachi vegetables, steamed rice and choice of sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Hibachi Scallops - $36: succulent scallops grilled with garlic butter and lemon, served with hibachi vegetables, steamed rice and choice of sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Hibachi Filet Mignon & Lobster - $51 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Atkins
- Marinated Tofu & Vegetables - $21: grilled marinated tofu, served with hibachi vegetables and choice of sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
- Vegetable Yakisoba - $21: yakisoba noodles, served with hibachi vegetables and choice of sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
Kids Menu
- Kids Vegetable Yakisoba - $7: served with Sakura salad, miso or egg drop soup, steamed rice and hibachi vegetables Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Mayo-Clinic
- Kids Teriyaki Chicken - $8: served with Sakura salad, miso or egg drop soup, steamed rice and hibachi vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Kids Hibachi NY Steak - $11: served with Sakura salad, miso or egg drop soup, steamed rice and hibachi vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Desserts
- Green Tea Ice Cream - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Ube Ice Cream - $6: asian purple yam Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Seasonal Japanese Mochi - $7 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol
- Coconut Sorbet - $13: served in a fresh coconut shell Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol, Lectin-Free
- Japanese Strawberry Cake & Ube Ice Cream - $13 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Gekkeikan Sake - $9
- Sapporo Beer - $10
- Lychee Martini - $16: grey goose la poire, lemon, st-germain, lychee, simple syrup
- Sakura Mai Tai - $15: captain morgan spiced rum, grenadine, orange & pineapple
Frequently Asked Questions about Sakura
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- This budget-friendly Japanese izakaya stands out with its 4.0/5 rating, generous portions, and extensive menu catering to over forty dietary preferences.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- Sakura accommodates mixed diets with shareable options like high-protein Sunomono, vegetarian vegetable tempura, and pescatarian-friendly spicy salmon salad.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- Sakura's inviting ambiance and vibrant izakaya atmosphere make it a memorable setting for special occasions and celebratory meals.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided restaurant data for Sakura does not specify the exact number of reviews the establishment has received.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Sakura specializes in Japanese cuisine, featuring izakaya-style dishes like pork gyoza, tempura, sunomono, and signature Mongolian ribs.
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- Diners consistently praise the succulent dishes, generous portions, and efficient service, resulting in a positive 4.0/5 average rating.
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- The restaurant is family-friendly, offering a "Kids Teriyaki Chicken" dish and a lively atmosphere with generous portions and budget-friendly pricing.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Sunomono (Octopus) and Spicy Salmon Salad accommodate multiple diets including high-protein, low-carb, pescatarian, diabetic, atkins, and south-beach.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- Sakura offers a casual dining experience with a lively izakaya atmosphere, communal plates, and budget-friendly pricing.
- How can I contact this restaurant?
- You can contact Sakura by visiting their website at https://sakuraflagstaffsushi.com/ for more information.