Sake Bomb

4215 University Dr, Durham
(919) 401-4488

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Anaii Maxwell

I am a regular customer here. The food is okay but the service is mixed. I usually get the same server, who is a well mannered lovely man. This most recent time, there was a different waiter. I brought friends out for dinner, counting me there were 4 of us dining in. At the end of the meal, they went to the back for 15 minutes with our cards and tacked on 18% gratuity without informing us even despite their menu saying it’s for parties of six or more. I was planning on leaving a tip either way but it was extremely unprofessional and disrespectful considering the business I have given them over the years. I do not recommend this restaurant whatsoever the management has gone to shit.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Anita Lynch

This used to be my go-to Asian restaurant, but no more. The menu is now ho-hum and the food quality barely average. Sadly, this will be the last time I order from them

Food: 3

AJB2226

Some of the best sushi in the area, and fairly priced. My boy Wesley always takes care of us. Highly recommend!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Evan H.

Looks closed on the outside but nice on the inside. Good service and very good food that’s affordable.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 5

BcGalliard

Great service and food! Definitely recommend for you and your family to go

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

B L

Wait staff is pleasant, food is good and prices are low. Sushi is buy one get one which is very rare in the area.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Katherine W

Be aware, THEY DO NOT OFFER LUNCH SPECIALS FOR DINE-IN. They're only for take out. My partner and I had stopped in for lunch on a Monday during some errands since we saw their lunch specials on the menu online.

Two stars because our server was a sweetheart, and we were the only people there, which is why we decided to give it a shot.

However, I asked for my roll without a sauce, because they couldn't tell me the ingredients of it and I have a dairy allergy. They said the scallops which were inside were pre mixed in the spicy mayo (yes, mayo is not dairy, but some chefs will add evaporated milk or cream into it), but they would add more salmon into it instead... they did not.

It was decent enough for what it was, but they should post their dine in menu online instead of just the takeout menu.

Probably, just don't come here for lunch.

Miranda

So thrilled to have found this place! It doesn't even seem open from outside, but inside are many delicious discoveries.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

John Dinyari

Great place for lunch too
My favorite place to eat. The attentive staff have worked there a long time and are friendly, fast and efficient. Great selection of creative sushi, curry, noodle soups, saki, etc. Great place for family or business.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Meow

Sake Bomb comes off as more of an Asian Fusion restaurant rather than traditionally Japanese given that they have several items that are Chinese, Thai and Vietnamese.

That isn't much of an issue either, considering that I have mostly positive things to say about it. The Sushi is varied, fresh & delicious. Their noodle dishes are a large step up from other Asian restaurants in the area.

Service was lovely, and my waiter was kind, attentive, engaging, and had a deep knowledge of the menu items, and could tell me much of everything about it. The dishes use fresh ingredients, and very little use imitation substitutes.

The restaurant was clean, and had a warm atmosphere. I will be revisiting soon, to better understand their menu, and possibly change my review if I'm impressed.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 4

Johan du Toit

The exterior and the section closed off with police tape looked a bit sketchy, but once inside, we received excellent service and enjoyed delicious, affordable sushi.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 5

K2 Enterprise

2 of us Arrived at 915 and they close at 10 pm. Host was very welcoming and friendly. Got the pork dumplings, beef pho, apple sake and a mixed drink. Environment was very clean and kept up well. Dumplings and Pho were awesome. Service was fast as expected. It was the first time we had it. Apple sake was nice and fruity. Very easy to drink and only 8% alcohol. Highly recommend this spot.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Austin

We have been coming here for the last 4 years. Always consistent, staff is very friendly, and drinks are good! Highly recommend.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Stephanie Waters

Wesley is the bomb! Every time I dine in it is a personalized experience. The meal never disappoints and is always solid. I've also ordered take out and it's great at home too!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Pia Montgomery

Fast service and delicious food

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Hibachi, Fried Rice

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