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ZEN SUSHI & SAKE

(5.0 Score)
3070 Lakecrest Circle, Suite 500,
Lexington, KY 40513 Directions

Since 1996

Specialities:

✓Spicy Crab Maki ✓Albacore ✓Krispy Krunch ✓Fancy Salmon ✓Tako ✓Ikura ✓Sake ✓Maguro ✓Spicy Tuna Maki ✓Botan Ebi ✓Latin Heat ✓Xooker Roll ✓Naruto ✓California Maki ✓Incredible ✓Beni Toro ✓Real Grated Wasabi ✓Philadelphia Maki ✓Unagi ✓Zero Sen ✓Mango Tango ✓Beaumont ✓Hokkigai ✓Amazing Tuna ✓Yari Ika ✓Hotate ✓Volcano ✓Tamago ✓Avocado ✓Dancing Eel

" Zen Sushi & Sake is a laid-back, casual restaurant known for its fresh, high-quality sushi and curated sake selection. With fish flown in from Japan’s Toyosu and Fukuoka markets every Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, Zen ensures an authentic taste of Japan in every bite. The restaurant offers a hip yet relaxing atmosphere where guests can unwind and enjoy a carefully crafted menu, including Japanese whiskeys and unique sake varieties. Whether you’re dining in, taking out, or catering a special event, Zen delivers with meticulous attention to detail and warm service. Zen Sushi & Sake creates a memorable experience that keeps guests coming back with a commitment to freshness, quality, and reasonable pricing.

2026 Highlights: Zen Sushi & Sake houses a robust bar featuring a curated selection of sake flights, distinctive Japanese whiskies (such as Suntory), and artisan cocktails."

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License #1168703

Menu:

Nigiri or Sashimi
Tamago $6.00
Beni Toro $10.00
Unagi $10.00
Avocado $5.00
Hokkigai $7.00
Ikura $9.00
Tako $7.00
Yari Ika $7.00
Hotate $10.00
Botan Ebi $9.00
Albacore $9.00
Maguro $10.00
Sake $9.00
Rolls
Spicy Crab Maki $8.00
Spicy Tuna Maki $10.00
California Maki $8.00
Zero Sen $22.00
Philadelphia Maki $9.00
Zander - 1 Asparagus $19.00
Dancing Eel $21.00
Mango Tango $20.00
Naruto $18.00
Volcano $19.00
Krispy Krunch $17.00
Amazing Tuna $19.00
Latin Heat $17.00
Fancy Salmon $18.00
Incredible $18.00
Beaumont $18.00
Xooker Roll $19.00 - $40.00

Contact:

(859) 219-2166

Mon-Thu: 4pm - 9pm
Fri-Sat: 4pm - 10pm
Sun: Closed

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BLUE SUSHI SAKE GRILL

(4.9 Score)
105 Summit At Fritz Farm, Suite 130,
Lexington, KY 40517 Directions

Since 2017

Specialities:

✓Spider Maki ✓Spicy Tako ✓Shrimp Tempura Maki ✓Avocado ✓Avo Kaluna ✓Cowgirl ✓Crunchy Cabbage ✓Eden Roll ✓Green Goddess ✓Kappa ✓Prince Roll ✓Shiitake To Me ✓Thai Hippie ✓V.L.T. ✓Vegan South Pacific ✓Veggie ✓Vegan Tuna Tower ✓Vegan Hot Popper ✓Vegan Philadelphia ✓Spicy Kaluna Crunch ✓Bito Vegan Maki 2.0 ✓Kunsei Sake Nigiri ✓Sake Nigiri ✓Sake Toro Nigiri ✓Aburi Sake Toro Nigiri ✓Tombo Ahi Nigiri ✓Maguro Nigiri ✓Dutch Yellowtail Nigiri ✓White Tuna Nigiri ✓Madai Nigiri

" Blue Sushi Sake Grill offers a dining setting with a great ambiance and vibrant vibe, with an extensive selection of sushi, sashimi, beer, sake, and more. The establishment includes a bar area with large TVs, perfect for those who enjoy their favorite sports events while dining. Blue Sushi Sake Grill prides itself on its creative menu items, sides, and various choices for vegans and vegetarians. The restaurant is known for serving the most delicious food at reasonable prices, ensuring excellent value for your dining experience. Blue Sushi Sake Grill offers an exceptional experience, with a jazzy outdoor seating area that creates an inviting space for al fresco dining and enjoying Happy Hour sushi with friends. Customers can join the restaurant's digital mail club to stay updated on all the latest promotions and special offers. Even if you prefer to dine at home, you can still enjoy your favorite sushi from Blue, as they now offer convenient delivery services. You can experience their delectable sushi without leaving the comfort of your own house.

2026 Highlights: Blue Sushi Sake Grill features a dedicated, extensive vegan and vegetarian menu alongside premium fish offerings."

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License #0949448

Menu:

Vegan Maki
Avocado $7.00
Avo Kaluna $12.00
Cowgirl $9.50
Crunchy Cabbage $10.75
Eden Roll $11.00
Green Goddess $15.00
Kappa $6.00
Prince Roll $10.50
Shiitake To Me $13.50
Thai Hippie $11.50
V.L.T. $9.50
Vegan South Pacific $12.00
Veggie $8.50
Classic Maki
Cali Roll $8.75
Cabo Roll $11.50
Crunchy Blue $9.75
Crunchy L.A. $9.75
Sake $9.25
Spicy Sake $9.25
Tekka $9.75
Spicy Tekka $9.75
Philadelphia [Raw] $12.50
Specialty Maki
Cloud Nine 2.0 $15.50
Crunchy Red $11.50
Hawaiian Roll $14.00
Hotel Cali $12.75
The Iguana $15.75
Snow White $12.50
South Pacific $13.00
Super Asparagus $10.50
Thriller $15.50
Tidal Wave $15.00
Amazon Roll $16.50
Specialty Nigiri & Sashimi
Blue Kani $9.25
Cherry Bomb $10.00
Itchy Salmon $9.50
Itchy Seabass $10.50

Discount:

Get $20 Off Your First Purchase

Contact:

(859) 554-4452

Mon-Thu: 11am-9:30pm
Fri-Sat: 11am-10pm
Sun: 12pm-9pm

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SAKURA 12

(4.9 Score)
1015 Winchester Road, Suite 1,
Lexington, KY 40505 Directions

Since 2017

Specialities:

✓Eel Avocado Roll ✓Eel Cucumber Roll ✓Shrimp Avocado Roll ✓Rock N Roll ✓Eel Cream Cheese Roll ✓Crunchy Shrimp Roll ✓Honey Shrimp Roll ✓Snow Crab Roll ✓Shrimp Tempura Roll ✓Spicy Crabmeat Roll ✓Spicy White Tuna Roll ✓Boston Roll ✓Avocado Roll ✓Cucumber Roll ✓Oshinko Roll ✓Mango Avocado Roll ✓Avocado Peanut Roll ✓Broccoli Tempura Roll ✓Seaweed Cucumber Roll ✓Cucumber Avocado Roll ✓A.A.C Roll ✓Sweet Potato Roll ✓Tuna Poke Bowl ✓Salmon Poke Bowl ✓White Tuna Poke Bowl ✓Sakura Poke Bowl ✓Unagi Bowl

" Sakura 12 is a restaurant in Lexington, KY, that specializes in authentic and delicious Japanese and sushi cuisine. Known for its high-quality, fresh food and friendly atmosphere, Sakura 12 provides a wonderful dining experience for all customers. The restaurant welcomes a variety of events, including parties, office functions, family celebrations, and large tray orders. It is also equipped with high chairs for children, ensuring a family-friendly environment. Customers can conveniently pay with credit cards, and there is an excellent selection of vegetarian dishes available on the menu. Sakura 12 has become a go-to destination for lunch and dinner in Lexington, and it offers free Wi-Fi for its patrons.

2026 Highlights: Sakura 12 offers an extensive selection of more than 30 signature rolls, along with raw and cooked hand rolls and fresh sashimi."

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Menu:

Sushi Bar Starters
Tako Su $5.14
Sushi Appetizers $6.25
Pepper Tuna Tataki $7.49
Sashimi Appetizer $6.25
Yellowtail Jalapeno $8.49
Pepper Steak Tataki $7.20
Sushi Or Sashimi
Crab Meat $1.29
White Tuna $1.55
Red Snapper $1.29
Salmon $1.55
Yellowtail $1.80
Red Tobiko $1.55
Tuna $1.80
Shrimp $1.29
Eel $1.80
Octopus $1.80
Sushi Bar Entree
Sushi A $11.25
Sushi B $22.95
Sushi & Sashimi A $16.95
Sushi & Sashimi B $34.45
Sashimi A $11.25
Salmon Lover $12.31
Sashimi B $25.95
Signature Rolls
Angry Dragon Roll (10pcs) $10.25
Baked Scallop Roll $10.25
Blue Grass Roll $9.99
Bagel Roll $9.75
Crispy Salmon Roll (8pcs) $8.75
Crispy Tuna Roll (8pcs) $8.75
Crazy Roll (8pcs) $9.25
Roll Or Hand Roll
Tuna Roll (6pcs) $4.45
Salmon Roll (6pcs) $4.45

Contact:

(859) 252-0004 (859) 252-0005

Mon,Wed & Thu: 11am - 9:30pm
Fri & Sat: 11am - 10:30pm
Sun: 11:30am - 9:30pm
Tue: Closed

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ZEN SUSHI & SAKE REVIEWS

We were on a road trip looking for a nicer dinner, but with 4 kids (2-8 years old) we always hesitate to go for sushi spots. I can say definitively this was one of our best dining out experiences with our family ever. Our waiter was attentive to the needs of our kids, they split the entrees up for the kids to help us out, and the sushi was phenomenal for my wife and I. Bummed we aren’t local because we would be regulars. Go here now.

We sat at the sushi bar and it was such a fun experience! They made the most beautiful displays out of our sushi. It was fresh and bursting with flavor! It was so good we came back the next day. We were visiting from Texas and wish we had this place near us! So so good. Just go.

Food was fantastic! I could tell the chef really cared about carefully and lovingly crafting the food. The servers were pleasant and attentive. Would definitely come back when I'm staying at a hotel near the airport. I LOVED the fried cheesecake.

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BLUE SUSHI SAKE GRILL REVIEWS

The Lion King (in back on the photo) and the Tataki Maki were the best rolls I’ve ever had in my life! The King had an eel sauce with chili that paired perfectly with the Japanese booze drink I ordered. I also ordered the Tataki roll as a variant that included an eel sauce, a different seafood and the perfect amount of panko crunch. The service was phenomenal and the ambiance was perfect for a busy place. Love the comical Japanese effigies in the back dining room. Baby’s got Feng shui up in Lexington. MOST IMPORTANTLY….I enjoyed myself here.

Stopped for dinner passing through town. This was my first experience with vegan options at a sushi restaurant. Vegan cream cheese on sushi was wonderful. We had the South Pacific vegan roll, Snow White and Vegan hot popper. They were all wonderful.

The restaurant has a lovely atmosphere, and the food is delicious. For guests who prefer not to eat raw ingredients, there are thoughtfully prepared fully-cooked sushi roll options, which are not only considerate but also very tasty.

SAKURA 12 REVIEWS

Staff are incredible. The lady cashier is incredibly sweet and the chefs are also always so nice when we come in— the food is always delicious and reasonably priced. We don’t really dine in, but the last time I did they were playing bangers on the speaker, and it’s very clean. This is by far my favorite sushi spot and has been for about 4 years now. Love u guys <3.

Sakura 12 has been my goto take out place for the past couple years. Fresh, hot and tasty food, requests always followed and service is above and beyond. Whether i get my take out myself or i door dash from them they always give generous portions and have the food out asap. I cant think of a time i havent been satisfied getting my food from here.

I order online often and the food is super quick and always very tasty. I love the sesame chicken and the bagel roll. Super nice staff. Honestly a treat and I'm very happy they're open here. The chicken is always good too. Never stringy or tough.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

ZEN SUSHI & SAKE Total Inspection Points: 119/120
Business Hours: 9
Acknowledgments: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Accuracy of : 10
Video: 10
Extensive Menu: 10
Table Reservation: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

BLUE SUSHI SAKE GRILL Total Inspection Points: 118/120
Acknowledgments: 9
Contact Info: 9
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Online Order: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Accuracy of : 10
Video: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

SAKURA 12 Total Inspection Points: 117/120
Acknowledgments: 9
Business Hours: 9
Social Media: 9
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Online Order: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Accuracy of : 10