Saburos | Sushi House Restaurant

The best sushi spot in Portland! Would highly recommend ordering a little bit extra, yes you may not be able to finish it and won't get to order a second round once you order so having some leftover is always awesome! Would highly recommend the salmon belly, seared salmon, fresh salmon nigiris and also the spider roll!

We got 100 dollars worth of sushi. It will feed 2 people for sure for 2 full meals. We ended ordering 1 dragon roll, 2 spider rolls, 3 orders of salmon nigiri, 2 seared salmon nigiri, and 1 tuna roll. Overall, it is good value. The fish pieces for the nigiri were huge! The only negative was that the dragon roll had very little unagi. The unagi was literally almost paper thin... the rest of the toppings made it appear full. **Just a notice for those who order: seared salmon doesn't have teriyaki sauce with it. It is just seared salmon plain. Would I come back again? Yes. But, not to eat there. Pick-up was delayed 30 minutes. When arriving there to pick up the line like usual for dine in was a long wait.

I recently checked out Saburo, and wow, the sushi portions are HUGE! If you're into big, satisfying pieces of sushi, this place is perfect. We started with the salmon skin hand roll and the real crab hand roll, and both were super fresh. The salmon skin was nice and crispy, and the real crab hand roll was a pleasant surprise — definitely worth trying. The agedashi tofu was a great appetizer, soft on the inside with a perfect crispy exterior. I also got the anago nigiri, and it was so tender and delicious, with just the right amount of sweetness. Another big plus is the parking lot right next to the restaurant, which made things so much easier, especially since it can get busy during dinner hours. All in all, the sushi was fresh, the portions were huge, and the service was friendly. I’m definitely coming back for more

Super fresh and biggest sushi ive ever had. Had a line outside but moved surprisingly fast. Will be my go to sushi place moving forward! They do have gluten free soy sauce on request too.

Such large, generous portions! Enjoyed every bite. Of course, there’s a wait time, so plan accordingly. There is a nice wine bar next door to pass the time.

My partner and I visited this place with our friend who is a regular. He told us portions are huge, but I ordered 18 pieces because that's how many I would usually eat at a sushi restaurant. Well, it turned out he wasn't joking. They WERE huge. I wasn't able to finish my last 4 pieces so I ended up getting a box. There are 3 things I'd like to mention about the cleanliness: 1 My water cup had some food debris. 2 Our table didn't seem completely clean. 3 There was a fly and fruit flies near our table.

Very fresh sashimi with variety of fish and seafood, my favorite is little scallops very tender and flavorful. The Takoyaki is light and tender inside, the seasoning is amazing. Love the eel roll, huge portions and good flavor. Highly recommended and definitely will come back in near future

You can share one order as the rolls are not your typical size. Taste fresh when we ordered the sashimi chefs choice. Soup was also tasty and full of flavor. Dining Place is sufficient and can accommodate a decent number of diners. Prior to opening on Friday, a line has already formed outside but was able to be ushered in and got accommodated.

This sushi spot is known for its massive portions. Everything is huge and it's pretty affordable for how much you are getting. The inside is pretty small and there is limited seating. That being said, there will be a line to get in. They open at 5pm and we got there around 4:15 and there already were 2-3 parties waiting. By 5pm there was at least 30 people waiting outside in the rain hoping to get a table. Despite the line the service was pretty quick. I would recommend getting here early to secure a spot in the first batch of people.

If Saburo's is a place you want to try, I highly recommend coming early because there is always a line. I came 20 minutes before opening and there were at least 7-8 parties in front of me. The food is always delicious and portions are insanely huge. The price may seem scary expensive at first, but once you get the place, good luck finishing. The restaurant is very cozy with more room in the back. The bathroom is surprisingly super clean. A thing that I like is that Saburo's only allows you to order once, which makes the food come out faster since people can't keep ordering. Make sure to double check everything you want to order for this reason

Ginormous sushi/nigiri portion sizes, so large that it takes at least 2-3 bites to finish one piece of anything! Fish itself was decently fresh and service was quick and effective. Dining space was decently small, but there was also a back room with a few more tables as well. Sign in on the sheet and hopefully not have to wait too long for a table (we waited about 40 minutes for table of 3 after 7:30p). You can also opt for take out if you don't want to wait. The staff will call out names (there is no buzzer) so don't wander far to avoid losing your spot. There is a small parking lot right next door, but it fills up so there is also street parking in the residential area a few blocks over. I particularly enjoyed the scallop nigiri and salmon nigiri. The tuna was alright but nothing too special to me. Karaage was good as well. There is also a lot of sushi rolls to chose from -- the ones with raw fish are marked on their menu.

Food portions were huge for the price! It is a little overwhelming to eat such a large amount of sushi, so make sure to take bites. As a party of 3, we ordered about 3 rolls, one hand roll, calamari and some nigiri. We all finished eating and were stuffed with leftovers for each of us after. The price on sushi here is about the same as other restaurants. Although plating isn't as nice, the quality is still decent and better than most spots! It's a small narrow shop, but they do stay busy so expect a little bit of a wait upon arrival (especially on weekends).

Delicious sushi and such large portions too omg! It was a little cold because we were right at the door but besides that, the waiters did a great job bussing and serving so efficiently! It is definitely very busy and you should be prepared to wait unless you get there way before doors open and line up. Overall had a pretty good experience!

The food was delicious! It tasted so fresh and I loved how big the pieces of fish were cut! The nigiri was delicious and the rolls were HUGE! The restaurant is busy so I would get ready to wait for a bit! There is a bench inside but I preferred to wait outside. When ordering you pretty much write it down on a sheet how much of each thing you want and that's how they take your order! You can tell that many people love this place and the workers are hard working! It's a cute little Japanese restaurant! Definitely will come back!

The best thing was that we didn't have to wait to get seated with 5 people. Portions were still bug and I always stop by at least once when I come home (Portland). For the size, fish is always fresh and I do think price isn't crazy if you consider the portions (not cheap though). The restaurant is old and feels a little tight, but it was emptiest I have seen it in awhile.

Second time ever here and it's just as good as I remember! The portions are HUGE. I got a roll, a hand roll, sashimi, nigiri, and edamame all for $59 before tip. I love it here so much - would literally visit Portland just to come here. You gotta try it for yourself - trust. Spicy tuna hand roll - it's pretty long and the nori is hard to bite off but worth the work. The spicy tuna had a strong sesame oil taste that I didn't mind. Hamachi sashimi - thick cut and fresh pieces given. My favorite always! Karate roll - huge roll with 7 pieces. Lots of rice but it balanced well with the cucumber and fish. Even the chopped fish pieces in here were big chunks. Couldn't finish it all so I took 4 pieces home. Nigiri - the salmon belly felt like just a regular piece of salmon but delicious and creamy nonetheless. The toro also was good - not as buttery as I've had before but I still enjoyed. Edamame- came out steaming hot, not overly salted (more on the plainer side) which I liked. It was a good size, only got through half of the bowl in the restaurant.

I came in with my friends on a Tuesday night around 8:30pm and we got seated right away. No reservation we just got lucky with timing, they have a sign in sheet for you to put your name down so if they call your name and you're not around to check in they will skip you. Inside is very small so it was kinda awkward that we had to share a table with another group. Location is an old building it can be easily missed when driving by, there is a parking lot but it doesn't hold that many cars and it's kinda tight too. Food came pretty quick once ordered. Everything I got was good but one thing I want to point out is that the seaweed in each rolls was so chewy I'm pretty sure it was stale lol. My favorite was the toro and the unagi (river eel ones). I was full quickly because of all the rice they use so just ditch the rice if you can. They don't really check on you much after you get your food so service was okay-ish. Saburo is known for their big sushi portion so the quality = the price that you paid for so if you're like a sushi connoisseur you might be a little disappointed. Overall great place to get good sushi and a lot of bang for your buck.

Years ago used to be a treasure to finally get a table. Now, not a long wait and not so much a treasure. Lots of food, but not a lot of flavor and it's all so sweet. They are still busy so I might be the minority. It's great for a group of people.

I have been going to Saburo for many years now and their service has gotten so much better! Service was attentive and great lately. The restaurant is small, but it gives a cozy vibe. The restaurant is always busy so I would recommend coming at 5:00 when they open or be prepare to be on a waitlist! Parking spot is also small - but you can find street parking which is not too bad! Come in with an empty stomach! The sushi portions are huge and is so tasty. I love the salmon belly nigiri. It is so fatty and will melt in your mouth! I enjoyed every bite! I can't wait to come back again and again!

Arrived at 5:15 pm, restaurant opens at 5 pm, and seated at 6 pm, no reservations. Rolls are huge and impossible to taste a little of everything in one bite. Take a bite stuff falls out, very messy. The fish is incredibly fresh and flavorful. A value for your money. Inside service is fine and its quiet.

My friend goes to college in the area and wanted to make sure we ate here before we left to fly home. There's a parking lot just to right of restaurant to park. Make sure you open the door and sign in to reserve your spot. They close the sign in about 15-30 minutes before they close. There were 10-20 outside the door to get in so be aware of what it might take to get in. It's a pretty small place with more chairs in the back with a beautiful mural. The portions are so big you can't fit it in your mouth. You have to take bites. A little order goes a long way. Not the best I've ever had but good portions for the buck.

This place = Quality sushi on a budget. After many years I have returned, the sushi portions here are still ginormous and akin to what I imagine food in the one piece anime are like. Happy the food here is still very high quality. Service was super friendly and we got seated pretty quickly. ***Some new updated tips for 2023*** - get here before they open, if you arrive anytime after 5:30pm expect to wait outside for a long time. - the parking lot is very small, if you haven't come before 6pm don't bother and go find street parking. - one slice of sushi here is the equivalent of two pieces; examples being: seared salmon nigiri one piece is the same as eating two regular pieces. One slice from a 8 pcs roll is the size of two slices at a regular sushi joint. - you don't have to unhinge your jaw to eat here but it's recommended if you are attempting to one shot bite a piece of sushi. Jokes aside don't cry if the sushi breaks in your chopsticks as you attempt to bite half of it. - when you arrive head inside and write your name and number on the clipboard. If you are a larger party expect to wait as this is a small place. We got the seared salmon, creamy scallop, mt hood roll (deep fried), and the other roll I can't recall the name of but is delicious. We also got the agedashi tofu which was a wonderful starter with a side of miso soup!

The food is always good and HUGE. My eyes are always bigger than my stomach--togo boxes will be needed. Be sure to get there early or you will be on the waiting list for a while.

My only regret is not coming here sooner! Saburo's did not disappoint at all. Came in on a Saturday with a 5 person group. We knew there would be a wait, but we didn't mind because of the raving reviews. The inside is small, with a really tiny waiting area in the front. You put your name down on a waitlist on a clipboard at the front. You won't get seated until your entire party is present, so definitely keep that in mind. Our wait ended up being ~20 minutes. I didn't know what people meant when they said the sushi rolls are massive. It's hard to fully appreciate in the photos. But wow, there truly is no other way to describe it. We got 5 rolls, 6 pieces of seared salmon nigiri, and an order of the takoyaki to share between the 5 of us. All of the rolls here were so fresh. I was shocked by some of the prices here (some rolls were $25), but when I saw the size of these rolls it made sense. The pricier rolls were definitely bigger where each piece is double of your regular sushi piece, justifying the $25 price tag. The nigiri here is also so fresh and generous in portion. Each seared salmon was longer than my palm, and approximately half the width. There is an automatic gratuity of 20% for parties of 5 or larger. During our visit, we also noticed a lot of people coming in for take out orders. I imagine this would be a great option if you don't want to wait. Don't make the same mistake I did by waiting to finally visit this place. You will not regret it!

They give you big portions for a reasonable price but the quality isn't the best. I think it's overhyped and genuinely disappointed.

I'm a huge fan of this place! The servings are huge and every dish was delicious! We waited around 45 minutes to be seated, and remember, you need to be there in person to get a table. We were a group of three and ended up taking leftovers home because the portions were so generous. The restaurant's interior is cozy but a bit cramped, especially since there isn't much space to wait inside. Be prepared to wait outside, so dress warmly if it's cold!

I came with some friends who have been here before but it was my first time. The parking lot was full so we had to find street parking which wasn't too bad cause we were able to find a place close to the restaurant. Overall it was pretty good. The staff were nice and friendly. The place was full and busy especially for a weekday. Since Saburo's was busy, the ambiance was a bit noisy which I didn't mind. We came an hour before it was closing, around 8pm and got seated soon after. Took us about 10-15 minutes to decide what we were going to get but we decided to go with Creamy Scallops Roll (6pcs) , Budokhan Roll (6pcs), Spider Roll (6pcs), Unagi (2pcs), 2 orders of Toro (4pcs), Aburi Sake (2pcs) and Miso Soup. We got our order 5-10 minutes after we put into our order (quite quick). The miso was good and flavorful, one of the top miso soups I've had. The creamy scallops roll wasn't as creamy as I thought it would be, so slightly disappointed. The nori (seaweed) was hard to chew through, I'm assuming it was cause it had too much moisture and was exposed to air for too long. I would like to say my favorite would have to be the Unagi (I love eel), It's a must try. Also note that the sushi are huge, bigger than most and are quite filling.

The storied sushi history of Portland is incomplete without Saburo's, which has been part of the dining scene for 35 years and counting. My previous review of a lifetime ago still applies, but seeing as it's been a decade plus, there are some pretty significant updates. They now use Yelp waitlist (#1) and also provide online ordering for takeout. However, some things never change. The parking is still absurdly tight, the lines always form around opening of service, the seating is limited and the place is tiny. Opening 4 hours a night has been a profitable, winning formula for them for so long that the hype has been subdued by longtime Portlanders. The two sushi chefs working in behind the counter are not going to be omakase masters, but are able to keep up with the pace somewhat to keep address the demand. Their claim to fame has always been their thick cuts of fish. Whenever the quality is questionable, sometimes bigger is not always better. Folks who are not large portions won't enjoy the Saburo experience, however, the key is to come hungry and feening for a sushi craving. The creamy scallop is still one of my go-to choices, along with their intimidatingly long unagi eel and their incredibly popular salmon belly. I can't say I love their hamachi; yellow tail should have a more translucent cut and their maguro tuna is dyed so heavily red that it bleeds onto the rice more often than not. At the end of the day, I think the rolls are their best option, in particular the spider roll and dragon roll, for its abundance and portion-to-price point. Price wise, foodflation has been as significant here as it has been anywhere. A meal of various rolls / nigiri / sashimi for 3 several years ago would have been teetering at $100 but was essentially $200 for me recently. The sticker shock (#2) is jarring for many of us who have dined here over the years. The service hasn't improved enough for me to indulge often, even if the tech has made a jump for the better. Ultimately, I'm not holding my breath for Saburo's and while I still respect the hustle, I will likely indulge in other spots before settling for their small operating window and gargantuan sushi. __________ (#1) Gamechanger always. (#2) $27 for a dragon roll? $28 for a rainbow roll? Might as well replace the nori seaweed with an actual dollar bill.

Absolutely love this place! The portions are insane and everything tasted amazing! Waited about 45 minutes and you have to be present to be seated. Came in with a party of 3 and we had to take leftovers home. The inside of the restaurant is super tight with barely any indoors wait area, so it was a struggle waiting outside in the cold. Make sure to dress warm!

NEVER IN MY LIFE.. I've had sushi this big! And with that the price is pretty good for the amount you're getting, and the staff comes every so then to refill waters and ask if we needed anything. We sat in the middle with two other people which I don't really mind. There are two connected eating areas, this doesn't change anything much. They use a sheet for waiting, the wait wasn't long. And I left feeling very full. The only problem was that since it was big I had to either shove the whole sushi in my mouth or lose on the taste. Very calm and less than crowded atmosphere.

Saburo's has been a hidden gem in the Westmoreland neighborhood for over 10 years. It's claim to fame is it's large sushi rolls and fresh fish used in those rolls. I recommend for trying something nice in Moreland.

Weird! Why do the sushi pieces need to be chopped with an axe from the fish. Gross! The hand roll is rolled like a burrito and about as big. Stay away.

It's been awhile since we've been back here and crazy how inflation and such has raised the prices so much. Anyways we called in our takeout order and it was ready on the dot for the ETA. The salmon belly pieces were as plump and melty as I remember. The creamy scallop pieces were nice and plump. The salmon skin salad was packed with the dressing on the side which was really nice for it not getting too soggy. The scallop was my favorite piece as it was super buttery and just melted in my mouth. When I got there to pickup, there was a pretty big waiting line as usual but even then the workers were super friendly and the restaurant was bussin and lively. Was definitely worth it.

When going to Saburo's, expect for there to be a wait... because there likely will be one. The shop isn't very big and a bit rundown, but inside you can tell it has been filled with love and is definitely a local favorite. The staff here are so kind, quick, and easy to talk to. When you think of Saburo's, you think of good sushi (although not the best)...and LOTS of sashimi. Their portions are gigantic. The first time I saw a nigiri I was stunned (and don't get me started on their rolls)--it takes me 3 bites for their nigiri haha. I love coming here with friends and the atmosphere is always fun and lively. Although portions are big, prices have also definitely rose and that's something you should keep in mind. Overall, this place is best when you are HUNGRY and I highly recommend checking it out.

Largest cuts & rolls in Oregon. Largest amount of service complaints in Oregon. Largest bang for your buck sushi in Oregon. Largest wait line in Oregon. A trade-off it is. The Saburo service has become an entertaining persona to the Sellwood experience. Rude & crude is now expected. The wait is worth the wait for some ~ nothing fancy, simply too big to fit into your mouth is their signature. Louded & crowded is fun for maybe once a year? Ordering takeout ~ whatever time they give you add another 20 minutes and you will only have to wait for an additional 20 lol

Always love my time at Saburo's! Came on a Saturday night and was met with great service! And even bigger and better sushi. I have a tendency to ALWAYS over-order when I come here, but that just means leftovers for later! ;) Also ordered one of their fried (crunchy) rolls (Mt. Hood Roll) and I LOVE it! They were extremely understanding in seating my party of 2 during their weekend dinner rush- despite not hearing our name off the waitlist initially. PS: this was the first place I EVER had seared salmon (3+ years ago), and it has fueled my love for seared salmon ever since! aka. try their seared salmon!

Made the trip from Hillsboro on Wednesday before the heat to eat at one of our favorites. We tried Yuubi and wanted to hit Saburo and see if it measured up as well as we remembered. Stated with the spicy tuna salad which is my wife's favorite. Had the albacore, maguro, seared albacore, creamy scallop, amaebi and Hawaiian roll. Get a side of tempura sauce for the amaebi head. Everything was amazing, to me it's on par with the other highly recommended sushi spots in Portland. I'm always happy we went and we leave full and satisfied. If it was closer, we'd eat here weekly!

Without a doubt, the BEST sushi I've had in Portland. Period. Come prepared with an empty stomach because these pieces are THICK. Perhaps what is the trickiest aspect of dining at Saburo's is the high demand for being in a small location. My group and I lined up probably about 30 or more minutes before open and still did not make the first wave of customers let in the restaurant. This could definitely be taken as a negative, having to get there that early, but to me, there was something oddly special about this. Knowing that, despite the undeservingly low Yelp review, the quality of Saburo's is second to none, made the wait worth it all. Whether it's fable or actual fact, I had heard the cooks take such care and attention to their quality that they will only buy the fish they deem good enough to serve-- a sort of Jiro Dreams Of Sushi mentality, if you've ever seen that documentary. So, there is a chance that a certain type of fish can sell out, which I believe we ran into when we were ordering. But fret not, the platter of sushi we got was stupendous. I won't go through the hassle of listing every single type, but all were at such a quality I've never had before. Perhaps what is the major selling point of Saburo's to me is how thick the cuts of fish are. They do not skimp out on giving you great quantity that is even better quality. While Saburo's is definitely not a restaurant I will come to often, as I did end up spending a pretty penny on all of that grub, I can safely say this is my favorite sushi spot I have been to. Sure, you may have to fight to get your way in, but isn't that so telling of how good the quality of the place is going to be?

This is the best sushi place ever. I have been going here for 10 years. My whole family loves this place. The people are so nice and the atmosphere is just fantastic. So many options such great food.

4.5/5 My go to place for sushi. HUGE rolls and fat pieces of fish. My favorites are the caterpillar, rainbow, sunset, sabu, and mt hood rolls. The caterpillar and rainbow rolls were most expensive, $24 and $26 respectively. Besides those ones, I think the prices are fair given the size of the rolls. As much as I want to give this place a full 5 stars, their service is not that great and they've had multiple price hikes in a span of a few months in addition to having an 10% service fee for to-go orders now. I scheduled my order ahead for it to be ready at 6:35 and we didn't receive an order confirmation until 6:30. Earlier, we were worried they didn't receive our order so called in but no one picked up. Our order wasn't ready until 7:10. I think they know their food will have us keep coming back so they don't care about the service. Regardless, I'll still keep coming back because it's just too good.

7/10. Excellent huge sushi, terrible customer service. The last few trips I've brought people to this staple restaurant proudly but the owner was unapologetically rude and unwelcoming even when we pointed out errors. It wasn't busy days and everyone on our end was polite. The food didn't taste good because the experience left such a poor taste in the mouth. Hope the owner takes feedback or a vacation, because I have to start recommending other places. I can't have my friends go through that again, which makes me sad to have to say.

this place is my absolute favorite! portions are massive- i've never seen sushi in such big sizes. i always love coming here because the quality, price, and portion is incomparable to anywhere else. there is sometimes a wait if you come during a rush, but i honestly enjoy eating here so much i would wait a whole hour for them. service is quick and simple. everything is done in a timely manner. this restaurant is quaint and cozy. there's a good amount of seating but since the restaurant is small, the tables are pretty close together so you may overhear conversations at other tables.

Saburo's was the holy grail for me and my college friends from Hawai'i, who sorely missed their sushi and poke. It was and still is pretty budget-friendly, especially since the portions are giant. I think their nigiri and rolls are double the size and cheaper than what you'd typically get at a sushi joint. It's very no-frills and it can be very difficult to get a seat. We came in on a Friday night and were luckily one of the last two parties to be seated before they closed for dine-in. If you're a sushi snob and are all about the knifework and cuts of fish, Saburo's might not be for you. If you want fat pieces of fish and don't really care about anything else, you'll be happy. My favorites are the seared salmon, toro, grilled salmon collar, salmon belly, and salmon skin roll. Everything was just as I remembered when I visited recently. The only gripe I had (and I think it's because I've gotten older and have been able to eat better sushi) is that some of the fish was a bit room temp (and bordering on lukewarm), and our toro nigiri was kind of mushy. The salmon collar was good, but it was practically unseasoned. We were a little bit surprised that we didn't get the runs, but I trust them. TBH, you get what you pay for.

Came close to closing time and sorta after they stop taking names for dine in but they're still kind enough to let a few straggling groups in; thanks so much! And we couldn't be happier with our meal. Was a bit suspicious by the low star but this might be the best quality AND quantity sushi in PDX. They give you thicc slices of fresh fish of all sorts, making it super fun to sample different nigiris and rolls. It's always a spectacle to see plates full of big sushi bites being served. Their appetizers were good too. We tried the Fried Baby Octopus and it's, again, fresh and crispy. Would go for their tempura next time. Seatings are pretty limited so there can be a wait but it goes by pretty fast. I saw a lot of people order for takeout so that couldn't be a convenient alternative. Staffs were super hardworking and friendly. Totally a new favorite lowkey spot. Come check them out!

If you like to get your money's worth in food, this IS that place. Honestly, it's the first time I've ever been to a sushi restaurant that I had to take multiple bites of a single piece of sushi. FOOD The sushi rolls here are definitely in the XL size. Each roll is pretty huge and definitely will fill you up! We got the chicken karagee as starters. It's huge pieces that are well seasoned to the max. The chicken is crunchy yet juicy on the inside. The rolls are all fantastic. The Mt Hood roll was extra spectacular. It's filled with spicy tuna and veggies that's both tasty yet it's balanced well with the cucumber and rice. Hands down one of the best rolls that we tried. SERVICE The service is very typical. The hostess kept our water flowing and checked on us plenty of times. It does seem like this restaurant is very understaffed, 3 people holding down the fort. On top of that, the wait was rough. It took about 35 mins for us to be seated and another 25 min for the food to arrive ALL IN ALL, this sushi place is super worth. Each roll is ~$12 and one roll is plenty for one person. Super tasty and it's affordable, definitely a solid 4 star place. I do want to know that the food is probably not worth the wait time. BUT, definitely worth it if it's for delivery!

The quality is wonderful and portion as we all know was super big! The place is so popular that they are always crowded and even would have a line sometimes. My only complaint is that the place is small and considering how popular they are it can get cramped and loud but I would absolutely say give it a try!

First dine-in since pandemic. I've had many take-outs before. Food - meh. Rice is less than pre-pandemic, but still big. They make sushi so sloppy. No visual beauty of sushi. I like the taste of their sushi rice. Maguro was not so fresh and its rice was soaked with fish juice from the piece. Service - equal to none, but it's always been. Ambiance - No welcoming atmosphere. Sit, order, eat and leave vibes. They don't have any desire of improvement of facility, food quality nor service. They always have a vibe of "if you don't like what we do, don't come here" without telling customers. I've been a big fan of Sabro, but it's time for me to move on.

I mean.....if you like to eat your Sushi with a knife and fork like steak, than this place is for you. I absolutely can't handle huge slabs of raw fish!!! These rolls are so big you have to eat it in 2-3 bites, which you can imagine is impossible because after the first bite everything falls apart. Price is high, quality is low. A sushi is meant to be eaten in 1 bite, not 50. Please make your sushi smaller. They don't take orders over the phone, only online but you pay extra 10%. Which is fine, but this place is not worth the wait, the hype or the price.

The best sushi for the best price in pdx. Massive rolls and best sashimi. For real it rocks

Saburo's is now open for indoor dining Monday to Saturday 4:30 to 9pm Yay I posted a photo from tonight. Both dining rooms are open but the Sushi bar is closed for them to service take out orders. Monday to Wednesday evenings are less crowded. Recommend you get on the Yelp waiting list for Saburo's because it's so popular. Take out is still available. Order online by credit card The credit card holder has to pick up your takeout order and show your ID Good security, so that nobody tries to pick up your order before you do. Saburo's has the best sushi in town for diehard raw sushi lovers. There's also cooked sushi and other Japanese dishes for the faint of stomach.

Very hidden spot but the setting gives off the vibes that it's going to be authentic sushi. Very good quality sushi, they do charge for spicy mayo on the side. They are busy so the service is fast pace.

Such big sushi rolls! Everything we ordered was delicious. Our children almost licked the plates clean.

If you're coming here, be prepared to wait in line! They open at 5PM, so we got in line at 445PM and boy I'm glad we did. We were able to get a table once they opened. It's a nondescript building and you would have never guessed there was a sushi restaurant in it. They give you one menu to check off what you want. We ordered 3 orders of salmon belly, 2 orders of seared salmon, calamari, edamame, Alaska roll, big O roll, and the roll with cucumber wrapped on outside (forgot the name), 3 miso soup, and 2 soft drinks and a hot tea. Fair warning, nigiri and rolls are HUGE portions! We definitely ordered way too much for 3 people. The seared salmon and salmon belly nigiri melts in your mouth! The rolls are massive but delicious. Fish quality was fresh. Service was attentive and fast. Our tab was $105 which wasn't bad for the amount of food we ordered. If you're looking for a high end atmosphere, this isn't it. They put their focus on their food and it shows. I will be back (before 5 to get in line)!

My favorite sushi in Portland. I love the large portions. The rolls are huge and always consistent. Can be busy, as it's a small place, but very worth the wait 5/5

Sorry to everyone who wrote reviews about having to wait for their online order or their orders not going through, but the Saburo's website, facebook page, and online ordering platform explicitly say order is not gauranteed unless the restaurant accepts your order, and to expect delays despite an estimated order time set if it's an exceptionally busy day (note: it is always exceptionally busy at Saburo's ). That being said, they are a small business that provides the best value in sushi in Portland! Large portions at an unbeatable price. I will continue to order from them time and time again. If you want to dine in, I suggest either using the yelp waitlist before your arrive OR arrive 15-20 minutes before 4pm to wait in line before doors open at 4. My favorites are the creamy scallop roll, the salmon skin roll, and the seared salmon nigiri! We also ordered an unagi roll and budokhan roll this time around, and although I wasn't disappointed, I have to say I much prefer the former. Still delicious all around! Highly recommend supporting local businesses, and Saburo's is a must whenever I visit Portland.

There was only a wait time of 15-20 minutes before we were seated. The food was excellent!! The size of the sushi was amazing too! Definitely worth it

This place gets so busy on the weekends! I had to wait close to 45 mins but I really wanted to see what the hype was about. When people say the serving size is massive, they are not joking. Each piece of sushi is hugeee. They serve the biggest hand rolls I've ever seen. The quality of the fish is good too. I enjoyed my dinner here but I think the long wait time would deter me from coming back.