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Sumo Japanese Steakhouse
Japanese Restaurant, Sushi Restaurant, and Steakhouse$$$$
Northwest Side, San Antonio
"my favorite hibachi restaurant."(6 Tips)
"Awesome wait & bar staff.. Amazing fire show & chefs for the family!"(4 Tips)"excellent fresh made sushi and drink specials."(2 Tips)"sumo steakhouse last night"(2 Tips)
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silvioMarch 8, 2019We used a Groupon to try Sumo Steakhouse last month and liked it. Mon thru Wed is kids eat free so we went back and the food was even better. Well seasoned and tasty. The kids loved it.- Sasha DasguptaFebruary 15, 2018always good vibes and good food I have been for the hibachi grill and have been to just eat sushi and drink at the bar both sides of the table are delicious can't wait to go back for more
Rosa StrachanFebruary 23, 2017This is my favorite place to eat in the whole city. I think their Teriyaki sauce recipe really pushes the menu over the top. Not to mention it's a really funny place with a great full bar- MurrayFebruary 9, 2017I had a groupon for this restaurant, and man oh man, I would've paid full price for this. It's the best hibachi place in town, with good hibachi cooks, great waiters, and a relaxed environment.
- VeraJune 26, 2017I had my birthday there yesterday, it was awesome. They were able to accommodate 20 of my closest friends. I've been to Benihana and Osaka, and this by far my favorite hibachi restaurant.
- DVFebruary 27, 2018The food was excellent! Better than I expected, me and my girlfriend had great service from the waiter to the chef. If you want a funny and entertaining who can also cook, ask for Chef Vader.
- HorsleymMarch 7, 2018First time, excelent experience! The wait was long, but definitely worth it. Recomendation, ask for Chef Big D (Diaz) execellent, if not perfect on flavor and show. Will return soon...
- Sherrie LindseyJanuary 18, 2019My daughter and I always have a great time. I get the adult steak and she gets the kids chicken. We like to go early because the whole dining experience last about 1.5 - 2 hrs
- MaxiJanuary 25, 2018I've been to a lot of Japanese steakhouse is. This is by far the best Japanese steakhouse that we have ever eaten at. The fillet mignon and scallops were out of this world.
- Busettav7July 6, 2017First time here. We were celebrating a birthday. The staff did a very nice job making it a special occasion. All meals were good and our table chief, Black Matt, did a great job.
- laneiMarch 22, 2019We had dinner at sumo steakhouse last night and had a great time the food was great and our cook was very entertaining we plan to go back for my sons birthday.
- Worradc738February 2, 2018Beautiful place love the way the chiefs cook in front of you best dinner ever I hope I can go back and have such good food I very much recommend this restaurant
- CanleylaJune 20, 2017Haven't tried dinner yet but the Happy hour is excellent with excellent fresh made sushi and drink specials. Very friendly service at the bar. We will return!
- Teresa TownerFebruary 22, 2019I enjoyed my experience upon arrival and all the way through dinner. I loved the filet and scallops and the sushi was top notch. Great show and service.
- Vick JoplinFebruary 4, 2016Ate here for dinner and had fillet mignon that was super. It was very tender. Our chef was funny and entertaining. They do have a pink yum-yum sauce but my meal was great.
- AprilOctober 20, 2016Very inexpensive!! I got a small fillet luch special for $16 and the server hooked everyone up with a couple shrimp and some chicken in addition to their orders. Service was great and food was good
- JanisDecember 5, 2017I took my fiancé to sumo for her birthday... I have been to MANY hibachi restaurants including Benihana etc. this is excellent food with a San Antonio feel to it.
- Wil DSeptember 26, 2017Our server was always attentive My drink was never empty Our chef was funny, and our food was delicious The staff including the owner and general manager we're welcoming and personable!
Audrey MadiganNovember 21, 2012Amazing food, when in front of the grill, ASK FOR CYNTHIA!!! I promise you won't be disappointed, she is hilarious & very entertaining, she'll make your experience worthwhile to say the least!! - DiliaMarch 15, 2018Sat in the bar area so we got to enjoy watching all the hibachi chefs in action. Bartender saw friendly and made a great drink.
- U KFebruary 16, 2017Our daughter was scared of the fire, and we kept having to take her out. The manager had the bar make a smoothie for her for being "brave," and we thought that was really sweet.
- TiffanyJanuary 25, 2019It was a three hour experience and the family loved it! Staff, cook and other employees really took great care of us!
- Kaskal2July 10, 2017Moving here from Houston we have been looking for a Japanese steakhouse similar to Benihana's, after our visit, I will say hands-down this was a fabulous experience.
- GunnerSeptember 15, 2016Visited this location for dinner (with kids) on a Thursday. I definitely recommend making reservations rather than just walking in like we did.
- RodMarch 19, 2018I Really Love this place, the food is always great and the show, even when done by a new chef is so much fun.
Really good sushi. Vince is an excellent chef. He likes the white tuna (escolar), so watch out if have a sensitive stomach. Enjoy the happy hour specials!
Áine Chláir Nic BhuacháinOctober 16, 2016—Amazing food, atmosphere, and chef! I will definitely be going back. Great waitresses as well.- wilmJuly 27, 2018I really enjoyed my sushi. Most best things was there is real Japanese worker in the restaurant.
- EffheimerFebruary 9, 2018Ask for Tommy to be your chef! He was so entertaining and the food was so yummy!
Jonathan LunaJuly 27, 2013I have read the reviews and I was expecting a bad service but it was a good surprise. Our first time there and I loved it- Best sushi in San Antonio! Awesome wait & bar staff.. Amazing fire show & chefs for the family!
- Best sushi in San Antonio! Also awesome waitstaff & bar staff.. Cool fire show for the fam
AlyssaJuly 9, 2013NOTE: I am not a big sushi eater. This was one of my first times eating sushi. PROS: our waiter, Juan, was AWESOME. Ask for him. CONS: I was not impressed at all with the sushi. It was flavorless.
Ivette Marcela López SisniegaDecember 22, 2013A little bit overpriced, food quality is "ok," but the experience was great. Ask for Nenita and Tommy!- Best Sushi in San Antonio! Awesome wait & bar staff.. Cool fire show and chefs for the fam!
Nirav PatelMay 20, 2014Worst service ever! Over hour wait time, chef. Tommy sneezed couple times & he almost (I think he did) spit in fried rice while talking alot. The food was VERY expensive 4 the quality. Bad atmosphere
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Sumo Japanese Steakhouse is a traditional Japanese Hibachi Steakhouse, features expertly prepared sushi by some of the best sushi chefs in San Antonio as well as the Japanese style of cooking known as "Teppanyaki."
Open until 10:30 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Thu
- 4:30 PM–9:30 PM
- Fri
- 4:30 PM–10:30 PM
- Sat–Sun
- 11:30 AM–10:30 PM
(210) 541-8999
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Yes
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Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Outdoor Seating
No
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Veronica Villegas - 8.4
"Quality sushi and a happy hour where everything is 20% - 50% off. Great place to gorge yourself on good sushi and sashimi"
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