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Sake Bomb

4.3

4215 University Dr
Durham, NC 27707
Phone: (919) 401-4488
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Photo of Koury Eways Koury Eways
May 25, 2025 3

This place is hard to find and the front door has no signage that is easy to see. I came to Sake Bomb to get some takeout Sushi…which is not a thing one normally does with Sushi. It’s supposed to be a very fresh experience. It has to be for safety. I came in, and was immediately met by a friendly face and warm smile. I went and sat at the bar to have a glass of something and contemplate the remainder of the days activities. I ordered a glass of the house red, and it wasn’t something I enjoyed. I switched tactics and went with a different beverage that was to my liking. The gent behind the bar was personable and very helpful and friendly. (I’m awful with names and I’m so sorry). When the food came I packed up to head out and we shook hands and he suggested I come back again sometime soon. St that time I felt like I would for sure. I got home and had some of the poke bowl. The fish and ingredients were not bad, but not great. The rolls I got for my wife just didn’t taste good. Not that the selection of ingredients wasn’t acceptable as in what types of things were in it, but the quality of them or taste of them Was not good. I like sushi, I have eaten a lot of it in my life. From grocery store sushi, to HOW MUCH DID I PAY AT THIS AWESOME PLACE? sushi. Sadly sake bomb sushi was pretty bad. The poke fish tasted far fresher. Bottom line I would come in for a drink and a chat with this excellent fellow behind the bar. I just don’t want to pay for food that doesn’t taste good. Maybe in house it would be better, but I was in the car about 9 minutes before I made it home. I didn’t have their cocktails, so I can’t speak to that. All I can say is I won’t be headed back to dine. I appreciate the good service and that’s why I even wrote the review. Good Service makes everything better, but better doesn’t equate to return customers. Solid product and good service does. If you want poke or sushi, from my experience, there are better places to dine. I will say, in this area in general, restaurants charge a lot and don’t offer the kind of quality found in many other places and for sure overseas. I know restaurant businesses are hard, and they often taste great when they open, serve true farm to table with expert chefs running things; but it doesn’t take long for the investors to want their return, the first to go is the quality of ingredients. Perhaps this happened here as well?

Photo of Nicole K Nicole K
May 11, 2025 5

We ordered take out late on a Saturday close to their closing time and they were still happy to accommodate us. We had a long day and just wanted a good meal, and that’s just what we got. Food was super yummy, spice lever was medium as requested, sushi was fresh and delicious, soup was very flavorful! We appreciated the late night accommodation.

Photo of Celia Jennings Celia Jennings
Apr 8, 2025 5

I'm very happy my daughter and I chose this place for some lunch! It took a little to be seated (due to short staffing), but the atmosphere was perfect, and our server was very helpful and full of suggestions for us. He made sure to keep us happy and satisfied the whole time we were there. Our salads and sushi were fresh and displayed beautifully! I wish I could remember the name of our server because he deserves the biggest shout!! Thank you for making our experience better than I imagined, and we look forward to returning soon!

Photo of neiah olan neiah olan
Mar 27, 2025 5

Literally my favoritest place. Granted I get my food to go 99% of the time, I’m usually on lunch break when I eat here. But the staff is so friendly and everything is nice and clean. I’m a frequent face in there for sure 😂😂 I’m actually waiting on my food as we speak so yea 😂 My favs that aren’t sushi - - Roti Canai - Drunken Noodles - Dumplings

Photo of Stephanie Waters Stephanie Waters
Feb 3, 2025 5

Wesley is the bomb! Every time I dine in it is a personalized experience. The meal never disappoints and is always solid. I've also ordered take out and it's great at home too!

Photo of BB BB
Jan 17, 2025 4

The staff here is kind, respectful and very knowledgeable with the menu and food recommendations. The food was hot and fresh.

Photo of Rick Rick
Dec 23, 2024 5

Soooo delicious. Highly recommend. If you like authentic Asian cuisine. Then this is the place for you.

Photo of Jess Malloy Jess Malloy
Jul 14, 2024 5

Our waiter was amazing. He took great care of us. The sushi was amazing.and very fresh!

Photo of Benjamin Staples Benjamin Staples
Jul 12, 2024 5

My family met there for lunch and loved it! The restaurant was quiet and cool, perfect on a hot day. The service was quick and cheerful, the waiter personable and responsive. And the sushi was wonderful, both the rolls and the individual pieces. I will definitely go back!