San Sai Pasadena Japanese Grill
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Customers' Favorites
Chicken Breast Bowl
Spicy Chicken Plate
Spicy Chicken Bowl
Chicken Teriyaki
California Roll
Oriental Salad
Tempura Plate
Sumi Salad
Salmon Bowl
Miso Soup
Recent Reviews
177 ratings
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I had such a wonderful dining experience here recently. The quality of the food was impressive and everything arrived fresh and beautifully presented.
We ordered a massive spread that included a variety of sushi, tempura, and grilled meat bowls. The large sushi platter was definitely the star of the show. It was packed with generous portions of tuna, salmon, and shrimp nigiri that tasted as good as they looked.
I also really appreciated the fun selection of bottled...read full review
We ordered a massive spread that included a variety of sushi, tempura, and grilled meat bowls. The large sushi platter was definitely the star of the show. It was packed with generous portions of tuna, salmon, and shrimp nigiri that tasted as good as they looked.
I also really appreciated the fun selection of bottled...read full review
Another fantastic meal. Had the tempura and steak plate. It was flavorful and fresh. Staff was pleasant and helpful.
Graciously substituted a spicy tuna roll for California roll due to my allergy, and all food was fresh, made to order. Staff friendly with speedy service. Its a cute lunch counter with grill and small fresh sushi bar, and a Japanese snack type market.
Hours
| Monday | 11AM - 8PM |
| Tuesday | 11AM - 8PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 8PM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 8PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 8PM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 8PM |
| Sunday | 11AM - 8PM |
San Sai Pasadena Japanese Grill offers a casual dining experience with a focus on Japanese comfort food and healthy Asian fare. The restaurant features a modest and relaxing interior, with a spacious seating area that makes it suitable for families, friends, or solo diners. The menu is quite extensive, including sushi rolls, chicken breast plates, salads, tempura, yakisoba noodles, and ramen, with many dishes praised for their fresh ingredients and flavorful taste. Portions are generally generous, and prices are considered fair and competitive.
Customer experiences vary. Some visitors have found the food to be delicious, with items like the veggie tempura, steak plate, spicy chicken bowl, and sushi special box receiving high praise for flavor and quality. The yakisoba with chicken was noted as a favorite for its good portion and seasoning. Service is often quick, friendly, and attentive, adding to the positive dining atmosphere.
However, not all reviews are favorable. Some diners have expressed disappointment, mentioning issues such as the cleanliness of the seating area, with old dried rice on windowsills, and a perception that food quality has declined since earlier visits. One reviewer described a chicken teriyaki dish that tasted reheated and lacked freshness, describing the experience as terrible despite friendly staff.
Overall, San Sai Pasadena Japanese Grill is a convenient spot for a quick, satisfying meal, with many appreciating the tasty food, friendly service, and relaxed environment. It’s recommended for those seeking straightforward Japanese comfort food in Pasadena.