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Zu Izakaya Sushi Bar – ASU offers fresh sushi, authentic Japanese ramen, flavorful izakaya small plates, and handcrafted cocktails near Arizona State University in Tempe. Enjoy a vibrant dining experience with sake, beer, and late-night bites just steps from campus.
Hours
| Friday | 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–11 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–11 PM |
| Sunday | 5–10 PM |
| Monday | 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–11 PM |
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–11 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–11 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–11 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1212 E Apache Blvd #107-109, Tempe, AZ 85281
Phone: (480) 590-2903
Website: http://www.zuizakaya.com/
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Reviews
Nan TL
Our server was Klara and she was very attentive, fast, friendly and very helpful in assisting us choosing what food to order.
The sushi was fresh and very reasonable priced. Food came out fairly quickly even the restaurant was 40% full.
They have Happy Hour daily from 5pm-7pm and 9pm-close.
Overall, very happy and definitely come back.
… moreThe sushi was fresh and very reasonable priced. Food came out fairly quickly even the restaurant was 40% full.
They have Happy Hour daily from 5pm-7pm and 9pm-close.
Overall, very happy and definitely come back.
Sabrina Hoyer
This place has gone through a name change in the last few months and have removed a lot of of the stuff from the old menu went to see the difference was told that they kept the same quality as it is the same owner as before, but honestly to me the only thing that seems like the quality stayed the same was the oysters. Everything else seems that gone down a bit and the portion seems really small now some things are priced decently and some things are overpriced and we can’t forget to mention how bad it smells in here like sewage. There’s so many restaurants like this which is the problem like I don’t need to come here and there was nothing memorable about it and it’s a pretty far drive from me so I probably won’t be coming back
… moreTerrie D
This was our first time here. We will definitely be back again. The oysters were amazing! Very fresh! The Sushi we ordered was so delicious! Plus the Saki Bombs were BOMB! Our server Kiho was so great. He was very attentive and kind. I HIGHY RECOMMENDED this place. They have happy hour everyday from 4-7pm!
… moreBrooke W. H. N
Went here for my birthday. Loved the atmosphere. Super cute layout. Food is delicious and inventive. Prices are reasonable. Go during their happy hour. Cocktails were a little on the weak side but still tasty. Let me tell you. I don’t know what they do with the water but it was crisp and cold. Staff was warm and friendly. Overall, I will return because I loved the food and atmosphere.
… moreMalcolm Lee
We came in on a Wednesday night and had a great experience. The sushi was incredibly fresh, flavorful, and beautifully made, you could really taste the quality in every bite. The chef was very professional and clearly skilled, with great attention to detail. Overall, it was a fantastic spot for high quality sushi.
… moreKayla Dinh
Everything ordered was good! Was pretty empty when we came on a friday night (later in the night). The restaurant was clean and prices were decent for happy hour! Wish they carried horseradish for the oysters and shrimp though! Can’t wait to come back and try more 🙂
Update:
Came back a second time for actual dinner and it was great! The server and manager was very impressionable and extremely nice, we really appreciated it and can’t wait to come back! A tad expensive for portion size though so keep that in mind when you’re visiting!
P.S you HAVE to get the chocolate molten lava cake for dessert
… moreUpdate:
Came back a second time for actual dinner and it was great! The server and manager was very impressionable and extremely nice, we really appreciated it and can’t wait to come back! A tad expensive for portion size though so keep that in mind when you’re visiting!
P.S you HAVE to get the chocolate molten lava cake for dessert
Robin G.
Outstanding! We tried Zu & Pocha for the first time, and we’ll definitely be back.We started with a couple of cocktails – the “new fashioned” (smoked with cherry/mesquite) and the Zu Bramble. Both were excellent. Moved onto a dozen oysters on the half shell – perfectly shucked, nicely presented and the best mignonette I’ve ever had. Then, we had a few goodies off of the Happy Hour menu – calamari, kimchi fried rice and the best chicken wings I’ve ever had (seriously!) Atmosphere and service were absolutely top-notch too. SO good – give this place a try.
… moreJane
Amazing quality, taste, and value inside a beautiful venue. Great for groups and casual dinner 🙂 Staff are so kind and friendly
Jjampong: Spicy with tons of seafood add-ins
Kimchi fried rice: Perfectly seasoned, no words
Samgyeopsal: So fun for the table
Soy garlic wings: HUGE wings with crisp and chew
Chef omakase roll: Beautiful presentation, fresh fish
Lollipop roll: MUST TRY, such a unique dish with satisfying crunch
… moreJjampong: Spicy with tons of seafood add-ins
Kimchi fried rice: Perfectly seasoned, no words
Samgyeopsal: So fun for the table
Soy garlic wings: HUGE wings with crisp and chew
Chef omakase roll: Beautiful presentation, fresh fish
Lollipop roll: MUST TRY, such a unique dish with satisfying crunch
Maik Bollhorn
Came here for a business dinner. Very good atmosphere, quiet and pleasant. It was good that our guests did not know shushi that much, they enjoyed it very much. However, if you know good shushi, this may not be the place for you. Food was poor, nagiri was not fresh also we ordered eel and never got the order. I spend about $300 for the four of us , truely said I expect better. A few things to the management. Make sure your waiter is up to par, he should not forget what was ordered. Since not just once but twice we did not get all the ordered food. I didn’t say anything since out guests enjoyed it and I didn’t wanted to spoil the mood. Please make an effort to be better, as you had only very few guests in the evening and I am sure you like more.
… moreSun Family
Found this eatery in Tempe and saw the menu which was not big but enough choices for indecisive people.
We made reservations through OpenTable and our table was set when we walked in and seated immediately. Loved the place settings.
We started with drinks… a sour cherry beer which was recommended by our server when I asked for a cider. She was spot on and it was delicious and refreshing! Hubs got a new fashioned instead of an old fashion.
Knowing we were there for our anniversary dinner, they sent a pineapple soju cocktail to our table which was infused with basil. It is so good and so dangerous!
We started our meal with some oysters on the shell. Very fresh and the sauces are also tasty.
We ordered the sashimi omakase and the ribeye steak, as well as an albacore tuna roll to share.
Everything was great and a lot of flavor. It’s now one of my new favorite restaurants in the AZ area. We will definitely be back!
Thank you for a great evening.
… moreWe made reservations through OpenTable and our table was set when we walked in and seated immediately. Loved the place settings.
We started with drinks… a sour cherry beer which was recommended by our server when I asked for a cider. She was spot on and it was delicious and refreshing! Hubs got a new fashioned instead of an old fashion.
Knowing we were there for our anniversary dinner, they sent a pineapple soju cocktail to our table which was infused with basil. It is so good and so dangerous!
We started our meal with some oysters on the shell. Very fresh and the sauces are also tasty.
We ordered the sashimi omakase and the ribeye steak, as well as an albacore tuna roll to share.
Everything was great and a lot of flavor. It’s now one of my new favorite restaurants in the AZ area. We will definitely be back!
Thank you for a great evening.