Sushi Zen Southside Savannah, GA 31406

"I have tried to spare this restaurant from a bad review in the past but TODAY 12/22/2023. I am done !!! Me and my sister arrived at 7:00PM and we waited with our kids in the lobby patiently. Patiently waiting party of 4 in the lobby & we were in communication with the young male server. He was very polite letting us know table #15 would be ours !! We were seated after about 30mins at table #15 (7:33pm). I stepped to the rr with my son and niece. Came back to table 15 where the young man sat us and was told that we needed to get up because there was “a party with reservations” by his older coworker woman . We were definitely picked at. I’m not sure if the “party that they were referring to were “friends or family” but wrong is wrong. That building is too small for reservations so I honestly believe she lied to give them our table. How is it remotely professional to tell someone to get up after already being seated with our children. Very unprofessional & tasteless.. We politely just left altogether. They will not receive another hard earned dollar of mine."

"There is a very good variety here. The sushi were very fresh and delicious. The waitress was friendly."

"I have worked in Japanese restaurants for several years, was a sushi chef for two years, and am a sushi connoisseur. This is the best sushi I have ever had. The fish was melt in your mouth fresh, bladework was immaculate, rolls were tight and beautiful. Sashimi and nigiri were absolutely immaculate. Atmosphere was warm and welcoming, traditional floor seating (take your shoes off!), Japanese artwork, lighting, a full suit of yoroi on display, all hidden in this little gem of a restaurant tucked in an unassuming strip mall. Staff was exceptionally prepared and attentive without being overbearing. Owner visited our table with complimentary appetizers! Do not miss this absolute wonder of a restaurant. Redefine what you think Sushi means!"

"Starting off it seemed a bit chaotic. We stopped in because it was recommended and I wish I would have gone to the BBQ place that was close by. It seems that there is only one waitress. Another gentleman brought us waters. A second later she brought more water. So our already small table was covered with 6 glasses..she came back and took 3 of the waters aways. We weren't actually ever greeted by her either. I should have read the previous reviews because it seems this is kind of an issue. We were still hungry after we ordered because we didn't realize that two of our rolls only came with 3 pieces. It should definitely be mentioned on the menu. So at least you know ahead of time. I was still curious about what happened to the rest of our pieces."

"Sushi Zen has been my favorite Savannah restaurant since 2004. During the pandemic, the takeout was always top-quality and packaged thoughtfully. They've recently opened again for dine-in service. The other night, I made a reservation to enjoy a socially-distanced (masks required when not eating, too) dinner at Sushi Zen Southside for the first time in over a year! I love the new interior decor and the food was amazing, as always. I'm sure Yoshi would be proud."