Sashimi Overload

Roboman and I eat out almost every day of the week. We're always on a look out for good food recommendations - and like to zoom in on those that don't require us to travel too far off our route home, and where parking is readily available. (no fun waiting for parking when one is hungry!)

Recently we were told about Sakuraya. It is one of those places where I have passed by, but unfortunately never quite gave a second look at.

We found that our friend was right, that this place is great for reasonably priced fresh sashimi. You pick your choice of fish from a chiller, much like choosing fish in a supermarket. They come in whole pieces, and the chef will slice the fish up only when you order them. Because you pay by the weight of the whole piece of fish, you do get generously thick slices.

Salmon, Swordfish, Octopus & Scallops

I was ravaneous and overordered a bit. I don't know why but the fish looked much smaller to me before they were sliced! My tummy was feeling rather cold after that, and needed some warm soupy soba to comfort it. We also ordered an Avocado and Salmon Maki, mainly because I really like avocado and haven't had it in a while. The creaminess of the avocado slices was quite lovely.

But I would probably recommend this place solely for their fresh sashimi. Great to note for when cravings hit!