Sanuki Japanese Steak And Seafood Restaurant

This is where I usually go in New Bern for sushi. There's always parking because it's in the Wal-mart lot. They're pretty quick about getting your food out, especially during lunch time. I wish they had some of the specialty rolls that other places offer, though.

Went today for lunch. Went with three friends and 3/4 of us don't intend on going again, at least for hibachi. Staff was friendly, seating was alright. Definitely low flair and cheaper prices than the sister restaurant but I would rather pay a couple dollars more and have better food. My main complaint was that the chicken (I ordered chicken teriyaki) was extremely sub par. I imagine large amounts of chicken are boiled before hand and used throughout the day - texture was poor, flavor was largely absent aside from a light drizzle of sauce. Secondly the rice wasn't cooked great or had much seasoning. I get that it's less than six bucks, but I'd rather spend one or two more and get food that is much better prepared.

Very laid back style restraunt. Food is awesome. I Dont eat sushi but know its a go to place. Friendly staff and fast service. My top pick on Japanese food.

I go here all the time, staff is always friendly and great food!

Overall, this is a solid Hibachi place. It's owned by the same company that owns Musachi, so it's about the same food. See details: Food (6.5/10) - Hibachi is pretty solid. The meats on the hibachi for the most part is done traditionally, filet is my favorite here. The rice is for the most part pretty bland, just carrots/sauce. Sushi is very mediocre. The fish is surprisingly not fresh, but their nigiri and regular rolls are pretty good. Their specialty roles really lack flavor. Other items like Udon are mediocre as well. Their Pad Thai is pretty decent, but different from traditional. Appetizers are pretty standard, though spring rolls are Vietnamese style. Atmosphere (7/10) - When you walk in, you'll see a sushi bar and dining area to the left and right. Overall, it's pretty clean, although almost too dim. Behind the Sushi bar is an open style kitchen for the hibachi. Although open kitchen is something of a mainstream concept and everyone seems to appreciate it, for an hibachi place, it isn't very conducive for the smell. Expect to walk out smelling like it. Design/concept of restaurant is old and not maintained but not really important. Decently clean bathrooms! Take Out (6/10) - Ordered take out from this place several times. Phone ordering was a breeze and brief. However, my order has been wrong all three times I've had takeout here, provided they were small mistakes easily remedied. Takeout time they estimate is around 15 minutes although it's always ready by the time I get there. Not sure on the Sushi here. Staff (10/10) - Where they get the fourth star is the staff. Everyone I've come into contact at this location is very accommodating and friendly. The wait staff is most of the times, aware and available. They may not have the eyes to look for certain needs but are very friendly and accommodating. The takeout and cashiers have always been so friendly and will do what it takes to satisfy your needs. Value (8/10) - Overall, the prices at the restaurant is pretty fair. Chicken Hibachi at the very base is under $8 and depending on the premium meats, can go up to $15. However, they give you a lot of food - good portions of rice and protein. Albeit, the other food items are all over the place. The sushi is fairly priced for traditional dishes like nigiri or sashimi but specialty roles which really should be cheaper are really pricey and do not taste good. Other premium dishes and appetizers are all over the place, some fair and some not. However, this place is known for Hibachi right? And that value is great. Other - menu is not available online and is pretty difficult to navigate. Overall, I would recommend this place for the hibachi and staff.