Sakura Sushi

Having worked in Japan I am very picky when it comes to sushi. I avoid most of the raw fish offerings that you often find in places that add it to their menu of 30-50 items. In my opinion, grocery store sushi is a risky option. Even when the fish is good the rice is not authentic and often falls apart when you try to eat it. Good sushi takes experience and dedication. Sakura is a little sketchy looking from the outside, tucked away in a nondescript, grey building. However, it houses the most authentic sushi restaurant in Redding. Open only three hours a day, Sakura is the kind of eclectic place that I always look for. When the customers have to adjust their schedule to the restaurant rather than the other way around you know that it's something special. I went there for the first time with my eldest son who lived in Japan for quite a while and is married to a Japanese woman. He had been there before and both he and his wife gave it high praise. There are the usual, nontraditional rolls that has become ambiguous in the states. However, one can also find authentic rolls as well as the best Nigiri sushi that I have in a long time. We had Goyza for an appetizer, chose several menu items, had one beer each and placed a second order of our favorites. This variable feast only ran us about thirty dollars a piece before tip which is, in my opinion, a great value. Our server was a true pro. She spent quite a bit of time with us and made me feel very welcomed. The excellently prepared food was delivered quickly with a smile. I will definitely be going back.

1st Time there last night. We went there because of the reviews. When we arrived the building was small and older. We walked in and the inside is smaller than expected but the service was good and food was delicious. We will definitely come back. You can taste the sushi was fresh and good quality. The tempura appetizer was cooked perfectly. Don't let the appearance of the building scare you. If you have a bigger group I would call the beautiful waitress ahead of time!!!!