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Sakura Japanese Restaurant
Sakura Japanese Restaurant
Sakura Japanese Restaurant
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SAKURA JAPANESE RESTAURANT

(5.0 Score)
82 Botanic Avenue, Belfast BT7 1JR, UK Directions

Since 2006

Speciality:

✓ Spring Roll ✓ Deep Fried Chicken Japanese Style ✓ Yakitori Chicken Skewer ✓ Japanese Dumpling ✓ Crispy Duck Rolls ✓ BBQ Spare Ribs ✓ Salted Chilli Ribs ✓ Salted Chilli Chicken Wings ✓ Edamame Boiled Green Bean ✓ Deep-Fried Tempura Rolls ✓ Agadashi Tofu ✓ Crab Roe Salads ✓ Japanese Teriyaki Sauce ✓ Tangy Japanese Curry ✓ Homemade Black Pepper Sauce ✓ Kimchi Sauce ✓ Honey Chilli Sauce ✓ Sweet and Sour Sauce ✓ Garlic Sauce

“Sakura Japanese restaurant offers a great dining atmosphere for meeting and enjoying Japanese food. The restaurant is the first and only authentic Sushi Bar, specialising in sushi culinary art and serving a range of Asian cuisines in Belfast. The restaurant serves lunchtime specials on sushi and evening dining offers. They also have a special deal for lunch on working days, which makes it cheaper. They only use fresh and hygienic ingredients to create delicious Japanese dishes, so go and try their mouthwatering dishes in a warm environment. Sakura Japanese Restaurant also offers dine-in and takeaway services. They have an outdoor seating facility, a full bar facility, a television, E-gift cards, a free Wi-Fi connection and a parking facility.

2025 Update: High chairs are available at the restaurant.”

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Price:

Special Rolls (All 6 Pieces)
Avocado and Soft Shell Crab Rolls £8.95
Crab Stick Eel Rolls £8.95
Rainbow Rolls £8.50
Avocado & Salmon Rolls £8.50
California Rolls £8.50
Mango Prawn Rolls £8.50
Golden Dragon Rolls £8.50
Hoi Sin Duck Rolls £8.50
Chicken Teriyaki Rolls £8.50
Beef Teriyaki Rolls £8.50
Red Dragon Rolls £8.50
Avocado and Eel Rolls £8.50
Tri Colour Rolls £8.50
Mixed Rolls £8.50
Deep Fried Shrimp Rolls £8.50
Cucumber Rolls £8.50
Tuna Fish Rolls £8.50
Mango and Salmon Rolls £8.50
Cheese and Eel Rolls £8.50
Avocado Maki Rolls £8.50
Salmon Fish Rolls £8.50
CHEF RECOMMENDATIONS
Grilled Sirloin £25.00
Sizzling Beef Fillet with Black Pepper Sauce £22.50
Sizzling Stew Beef Fillet with Dry Garlic £22.50
Sizzling Stew Chicken with Dry Garlic £16.50
Scallop £20.00
Seafood £18.00
King Prawn £16.00

Contact:

028 9043 9590

Mon-Thu & Sun: 12:30pm - 9pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm - 10pm

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Obento Japanese Express
Obento Japanese Express
Obento Japanese Express
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10+ YEARS IN TBR
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OBENTO JAPANESE EXPRESS

(4.8 Score)
17 Royal Avenue, Belfast BT1 1FB, UK Directions

Since 2022

Speciality:

✓ Chicken Curry ✓ Prawn Tempura ✓ Bbq Eel Teriyaki ✓ Deep Fried Pork ✓ Grilled Chicken Teriyaki ✓ Chicken Katsu ✓ Deep Fried Chicken ✓ Pork Katsu ✓ Sliced Beef ✓ Chicken Teriyaki ✓ Ebi (Prawn) Tempura ✓ Mixed Vegetable ✓ Tofu Teriyaki ✓ Sushi Bento Box ✓ Seafood ✓ Assorted Sashimi ✓ Pork Chashu ✓ Chicken Dumpling (Spicy) ✓ Honey Chilli Chicken ✓ Won Ton ✓ Braised Beef Brisket ✓ Salmon Teriyaki ✓ Boiled Rice ✓ Fried Rice ✓ Seafood ✓ Eel Fried or Boiled Rice ✓ Salmon Fried Rice ✓ Pork Katsu Don ✓ Beef Brisket with Boiled Rice

“Obento Japanese Express is a casual counter restaurant with outdoor seating serving noodles, rolls & meal boxes in Belfast. The restaurant is in the heart of Belfast City Centre. The ordered food comes quickly and piping hot. The staff make an effort to greet and say farewell. They have a decent selection of drinks. The customers can savour their chicken dumplings, pork chashu, beef brisket, BBQ eel teriyaki & grilled chicken teriyaki. Obento is the perfect place to go for lunch or dinner. They also offer dine-in, takeaway and delivery options for customers' convenience. Obento Japanese Express also have outdoor seating and parking facilities available.”

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Registration NI686801

Price:

JAPANESE NOODLES SOUP
Prawn Tempura £14.50
Deep Fried Pork £11.50
Deep Fried Chicken £11.50
Sliced Beef £11.50
Chicken Teriyaki £11.50
Mixed Vegetable £10.50
Seafood £14.50
Pork Chashu £11.50
Chicken Dumpling £11.50
Won Too £11.50
Braised Beef Brisket £11.50
RICE DISHES
Boiled Rice £3.00
Fried Rice £3.50
Seafood £14.50
Eel Fried or Boiled Rice £14.50
Salmon Fried Rice £14.50
Pork Katsu Don £14.00
Beef Brisket £11.50
OBENTO MEAL BOX
Chicken Curry £12.50
BBQ Eel Teriyaki £15.00
Grilled Chicken Teriyaki £12.50
Chicken Katsu £12.50
Pork Katsu £12.50
Ebi (Prawn) Tempura £12.50
Tofu Teriyaki £12.50
Sushi Bento Box £12.50
Assorted Sashimi £13.00
Honey Chilli Chicken £12.50
Salmon Teriyaki £14.50
STIR FRIED NOODLES
Prawn Tempura £14.50
Deep Fried Pork £11.50
Deep Fried Chicken £11.50
Sliced Beef £11.50

Contact:

028 9031 5054

Mon-Sat: 11:30am - 7:30pm
Sun: Closed

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Ginza Kitchen
Ginza Kitchen
Ginza Kitchen
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GINZA KITCHEN

(4.8 Score)
245 Lisburn Road, Belfast BT97EN, UK Directions

Speciality:

✓ Edamame ✓ Nikko Chilli Squid ✓ Nikko Chilli Prawns ✓ Nikko Chilli Tofu ✓ Pork Gyoza ✓ Chicken Gyoza ✓ Yasai Gyoza ✓ Seaweed Tofu Salad ✓ Salmon Cake ✓ Korean Kimchi Wings ✓ Chicken Yakitori ✓ Roasted Duck Roll ✓ Maroyaka Prawns ✓ Karaage Chicken ✓ Grilled BBQ Ribs ✓ Spicy Chicken Bao Bun ✓ Hoi Sin Duck Bao Bun ✓ Crispy Tofu Bao Bun ✓ Grilled Diced Steak Teriyaki ✓ House Platter for Two ✓ Aburi Salmon ✓ Aburi Steak ✓ Aburi Eel ✓ Aburi King Prawn ✓ Sweet Shrimp ✓ Salmon Nigiri ✓ Tuna ✓ King Prawn Nigiri

“2025 Update: Ginza Kitchen is a Classic Japanese speciality, sake & cocktails presented in cosy, mural-adorned dining rooms. The restaurant offers an authentic Japanese dining experience. The head chef uses original Japanese culinary skills and fresh ingredients. Their cuisine is inspired by the upmarket Ginza district in Japan. Ginza Kitchen is a unique and authentic Japanese cuisine, such as Ramen, Teppan, Sushi and more, and with a fine selection of wines and cocktails. Vegan options and a kids' menu are also available at the restaurant.”

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Price:

JAPAS
Pork Gyoza (4Pcs) £7.00
Chicken Gyoza (5Pcs) £7.00
Roasted Duck Rolls (3Pcs) £7.00
Nikko Chilli Squid £7.00
Yasai Gyoza (5Pcs) £7.00
Edamame (V) £5.00
Karaage Chicken £7.20
Spicy Chicken Bao Bun £7.00
Hoi Sin Duck Bao Bun £7.00
Grilled BBQ Ribs £7.50
House Platter for Two £16.80
House Platter for Two (V) £16.80
Diced Steak Teriyaki £7.50
Chicken Yakitori (3Pcs) £7.20
Maroyaka Prawn £7.00
Seaweed Tofu Salad (V) £6.50
Crispy Tofu Bao Bun £6.50
Nikko Chilli King Prawn £7.00
Nikko Chilli Tofu (V) £6.50
Salmon Cake £7.50
Korean Kimchi Chicken Wings £7.20
NIGIRI SUSHI
Aburi EEL Nigiri £7.00
Salmon Nigiri £6.50
Aburi Steak Nigiri £6.80
Aburi King Prawn Nigiri £6.50
Aburi Salmon Nigiri £6.50
Tofu Nigiri (V) £6.00
Sweet Shrimp Nigiri £6.50
King Prawn Nigiri £6.50
Avocado Nigiri (V) £6.00

Contact:

028 9013 1615

Tue-Thu: 5pm - 10:30pm
Fri: 5pm - 11pm
Sat: 12pm - 11pm
Sun: 12pm - 10pm

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SAKURA JAPANESE RESTAURANT REVIEWS

Love the staff, only went there twice, but the staff remembered my "usual" ahahahaha :)) will ABSOLUTELY reccomend to anyone who wants to try exquisite Japanese food.

I have to reiterate the words of one previous review: It was really nice Japanese meal. I would advise anyone to pop in for a lovely meal. It is very clean accordingly to standard, customer service well trained. I could not ask for better.

Feels authentic japanese style and tasty food. Helpful service. Sorry for the photo of almost finished crispy mango duck. It's so good that eating takes priority.

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OBENTO JAPANESE EXPRESS REVIEWS

It was my first time trying out this restaurant. I got the chilli honey chicken it was very delicious the chilli souce tasted so well. Everything was well seasoned and full of flavour 10/10 recommend, it was very peaceful and calm am obsess with the miso soup.

good noodles with unique tasting beef which was pretty good, staff was friendly enough, my friend said shes scared of the "guy", not sure why but the food is good for the price compared to other noodle bars, and service is fast.

Great wee place with top food at a not too mad price. Best Google how to use chopsticks before you go in though.

GINZA KITCHEN REVIEWS

I recently visited Ginza Kitchen Sushi in Belfast with my girlfriend, and I have to say, it was an amazing experience. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was warm and inviting. The menu had a great selection of sushi and Japanese dishes, and everything we tried was absolutely delicious. The sushi was incredibly fresh, and each dish was perfectly prepared.The service was excellent, with friendly and attentive staff who made us feel right at home. Overall, it was a fantastic meal, and we’ll definitely be coming back for more. Highly recommend it!

Honestly, one of the best servings of sushi that I've had since Japan. Very fresh and clean tasting, with a huge variety of traditional fish. Only deducted a star for atmosphere because we were in for an early lunch on Sunday and no one else was there. This place is a gem, and we will be back

First time at Ginza tonight and very impressed! Food was delicious (I had the pumpkin katsu rice bowl - so good!), staff were great, very attentive and helpful and loved the vibe. Have already recommended to friends. Want to go back.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

SAKURA JAPANESE RESTAURANT Total Inspection Points: 119/120
Legitimate Ratings: 9
Acknowledgements: 10
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Online Order: 10
Pricing: 10
Variety of Menu: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

OBENTO JAPANESE EXPRESS Total Inspection Points: 116/120
Acknowledgements: 9
Legitimate Ratings: 9
Social Media: 9
Extensive Menu: 9
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Pricing: 10
Variety of Menu: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

GINZA KITCHEN Total Inspection Points: 114/120
Business Hours: 9
Complete Info: 9
Contact Info: 9
Current Evaluation: 9
Reviews Accuracy of : 9
Reviews Study: 9
Acknowledgements: 10
Menu Images: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Pricing: 10
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