Reviews


To date you have access to 1471 evaluations from 9 website(s). The median rating for Sakana-Ya is 4.3, signifying that guests have a very high opinion of this restaurant. The restaurant Sakana-ya has received mixed reviews, with some diners praising the freshness of the sashimi and the attentive service, while others have criticized the quality of the food and the professionalism of the chef. Despite the variety of opinions, many customers have highlighted their positive experiences, mentioning favorite dishes such as the mix sashimi plate and the prawn tempura roll with plum jam. While the service may be inconsistent, the restaurant offers authentic Japanese cuisine in a cozy setting. The Omakase set menu is a popular choice for those looking to sample a range of dishes, and the prices are considered reasonable for the quality of food served. Overall, Sakana-ya seems to be a local favorite for those craving authentic Japanese fare in Sydney.

Overall Total Score
4.3 out of 5
Impressive | 1471 reviews

Reviews from various websites

Menulist
3.2 ★ from 5 reviews
Sebastian
29.04.2023 - 08:07

Today I enjoyed this lunch set that got everything. Many years ago when I visited this restaurant for dinner, I had some sort of disaster. Previously...

Audreanne
29.04.2023 - 08:07

We were a bottle of Hakkaisan at 7:00 Friday night. Starting to order the beef tongue for drinking, it was said that they were outside, ordered short ribs,...

Mara
14.08.2017 - 10:04

The food here is excellent. A whole authentic Japanese restaurant and I have to say that food was fresh and excellent. A bit on the expensive side, but it's wor...

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Zainab
14.08.2017 - 10:04

Been coming here for years and we literally order the same things every time (give & take a few extra dishes). They have the best (my favourite) prawn tempu...

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Kiley
14.08.2017 - 10:04

I have high expectations of this restaurant. The reviews on Zomato are excellent. I like your service, it's great. Good hygiene. The professional ability of the...

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Google
5.0 ★ from 5 reviews
Queenie
26.04.2024 - 07:10

Sakana-ya is one of my favourite local Japanese restaurants in the area. They serve very authentic Japanese food. I highly recommend their Una-ju (Eel on rice)...

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W
26.04.2024 - 07:10

Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Price per person: A$100–120 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes: Barasushi

Stephanie
26.04.2024 - 07:10

Loved this restaurant, service is really good and food is excellent. I tried the green tea soba (cold) with vegetable tempura and the grilled teriyaki chicken....

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Kenneth
26.04.2024 - 07:10

One of the best places in Sydney to eat authentic Japanese food. Highlights include their soft shell crab, salmon belly sashimi, scampi, miso soup. My personal...

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Steven
26.04.2024 - 07:10

The quality of food is amazing. A lot choices of Japanese alcohol. Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Price per person: A$60–80 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 4...

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INT Restaurants
4.3 ★ from 621 reviews
GK
29.01.2024 - 16:50

Must try barachirashi (although it is a common dish for Japanese) one of the oldest Japanese restaurants in Sydney. Lives up to its history.

Tan
29.01.2024 - 16:50

Fresh products and great service reasonable prices must book for seats to avoid disappointment

Fideliz
29.01.2024 - 16:50

Fresh seafood, authentic Japanese resto with authentic Japanese hospitality

Robyn
29.01.2024 - 16:50

Magnificent cuisine and service. True Japanese hospitality. I wish I could give it 10 out of 5 !

Alison
29.01.2024 - 16:50

Hands down best sashimi in Sydney. All the others simply cannot compare. Thank you for the excellent meals and service

Tripadvisor
3.9 ★ from 59 reviews
Zomato
4.2 ★ from 147 reviews
Yelp
2.5 ★ from 2 reviews
Restaurantguru
4.4 ★ from 718 reviews

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