Daruma North Sarasota - Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Lounge
$$ • Japanese, Sushi Bars
Hours:
5459 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota
(941) 342-6600
About Daruma North Sarasota - Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Lounge
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Recent Reviews
Don’t go there if you want to use a gift card. They won’t honor any American Express, visa or Mastercard gift card even though they work just like a credit card card. I think they just don’t want the fee because it’s a little more than a credit card. Also the so called manager was very rude, said I gave her a card that was no good and I needed to give her a good one or another one. I asked her if I didn’t have anything else she told me someone from my party could...read full review
The service and food were great
Loved the food & the presentation!
Very attentive service too!
Ratings
Menu
Hours
| Monday | 5 - 9PM |
| Tuesday | 5 - 9PM |
| Wednesday | 5 - 9PM |
| Thursday | 5 - 9PM |
| Friday | 5 - 10PM |
| Saturday | 5 - 10PM |
| Sunday | 5 - 9PM |
Daruma North Sarasota - Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Lounge offers outstanding service and great food. The chef provides entertaining cooking experiences, and the staff ensures drinks are always refilled. The delicious fried rice and steak are highlighted, along with the attentive service and souvenir cup. The atmosphere is generally pleasant, with staff described as phenomenal, very friendly, and attentive. They easily accommodate wheelchairs and were able to separate food for members of the party with garlic and gluten allergies without issue.
Recently, guests have enjoyed the bar bites menu, with options like cauliflower and the Mexican sushi roll, which received praise for being a great value. The Lychee martini was noted as exceptional. The bartenders and manager, Ashley, have been recognized for their attentiveness, even during busy times. Guests appreciated the personal touch when Ashley introduced herself and ensured a memorable experience. The hibachi experience continues to impress, with highlights like tender filet and perfectly cooked seabass, along with the amazing rice. Overall, the food was described as absolutely amazing, making guests eager to return.