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Sushi Blues Cafe, Raleigh, NC

Sushi Blues Cafe

4.6
4.6
658 Reviews
$30 and under
Sushi

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2 people
19:00
Booked 13 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Sushi Blues Cafe is located on Glenwood Avenue, the heart of downtown Raleigh district known as Glenwood South. With great food, great music, and a friendly and courteous staff, Sushi Blues is an excellent choice for your night out on the town. Come and join in on the fun!

Sushi Blues has something for everyone. Enjoy fresh appetizers, sushi, makimono, temaki hand rolls, nigiri, salads, and katsu. We also have vegetarian options!

But, don't stop there. Have one of our featured cocktails from our fully stocked bar, or choose from a wide selection of import and domestic beers. We also have a have a great wine list to satisfy anyone's taste.

Come enjoy the game on the TVs in our lounge.

If you have an event coming up, we can cater any size party!

BOGO sushi rolls special ALL DAY EVERYDAY

Additional information

  • Location
    301 Glenwood Avenue, Suite 110, Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Phone number
    (919) 664-8061
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Sushi, Japanese, Asian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Tue 12:00–20:00 Wed, Thu 12:00–20:30 Fri, Sat 12:00–21:30 Sun 13:00–20:00 Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00–16:00 Sun 13:00–17:00 Dinner Fri, Sat 16:00–21:30 Sun 17:00–20:00
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Parking entrance is off Lane Street. We validate 2 hours of free parking for our guests.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Quy Duong

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Experiences

  • Sushi Blues BOGO Rolls

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy Sushi Blues' specialty BOGO rolls each day! Please note that the rolls of higher value from the full order (not per person) will be charged and the lesser value will be dropped. We do not split checks but are able to do separate payments.

Offers

  • Sushi Blues BOGO Rolls

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Tue - 12:00 - 20:15,Wed - Thu - 12:00 - 20:45,Sat - 12:00 - 21:45
    Enjoy Sushi Blues' specialty BOGO rolls each day! Please note that the rolls of higher value from the full order (not per person) will be charged and the lesser value will be dropped. We do not split checks but are able to do separate payments.

Menu

Sushi Blues Cafe's menu was last updated 2024-04-27.

Appetizers

    Sushi Bar

    sushi blues merchandise: t-shirts $14 / caps $16

    • Sushi Appetizer**US$13.00

      one california roll and three pieces of sushi (chef's choice)

      • Sashimi Appetizer**US$16.00

        slices of fresh catch of the day (chef's choice)

        • SunomonoUS$10.00

          octopus, seaweed salad with cucumber in ponzu sauce, sesame seeds

          • Kani SuUS$10.00

            shrimp, crab, sesame seeds, seaweed salad, and cucumber in ponzu sauce

            • Ika Sansai & Seaweed SaladUS$11.00

              cooked squid marinated in sesame oil sauce, served cold with seaweed salad, sesame seeds, ponzu sauce

              • Spicy Fish**US$11.00

                diced fresh fish and cucumber in spicy sauce, scallions, sesame seeds, ponzu sauce, and smelt roe

                • Spicy OctopusUS$11.00

                  diced octopus and cucumber in spicy sauce, scallions, sesame seeds, ponzu sauce, and smelt roe

                  • Sesame Tuna**US$11.00

                    diced fresh tuna, masago, sesame seeds and cucumber in our sesame oil flavored ponzu sauce

                    • Salmon Tataki**US$15.00

                      slices of fresh flame-seared salmon served with daikon, sesame seeds and ponzu sauce

                      • Tuna Tataki**US$15.00

                        slices of fresh flame-seared tuna served with daikon, sesame seeds and ponzu sauce

                        • Beef Tataki**US$9.00

                          thin slices of rare flame-seared beef served with ponzu sauce, daikon, sesame seeds

                          Kitchen

                          • DynamiteUS$7.00

                            mixed seafood, japanese kewpie mayo, mushroom and onion on a bed of rice

                            • Edamame

                              steaming hot soybeans, lightly salted

                              • RegularUS$4.25
                              • LargeUS$8.00

                            • Ebi Shumai (Steamed or Fried)US$6.00

                              shrimp dumplings served with mustard sauce

                              • Ebi Gyoza (Steamed or Fried)US$6.00

                                seasoned shrimp dumplings, served with dipping sauce

                                • Pork Shumai(steamed or Fried)US$6.00

                                  dumplings filled with ground pork, served with mustard sauce

                                  • Pork Gyoza(steamed or Fried)US$6.00

                                    seasoned pork dumplings, served with a dipping sauce

                                    • Shrimp Tempura AppetizerUS$7.00

                                      shrimp tempura (fried) and vegetables

                                      • Hamachi Kama**US$9.00

                                        lightly-salted, grilled yellowtail collarbone, with ponzu sauce

                                        • Chicken HarumakiUS$6.00

                                          fried spring rolls stuffed with chicken and cheddar cheese

                                          • Grilled SquidUS$8.00

                                            grilled whole squid served with ponzu sauce

                                            • Yellowtail App**US$13.00

                                              fresh yellowtail seared (rare) in hot sesame oil, topped with ponzu and sesame seeds

                                              • Tiger's Eye**US$8.00

                                                baked rings of fresh squid stuffed with salmon and asparagus, eel sauce, sesame seeds

                                                Lunch Specials

                                                served til 4pm

                                                  Special Combos

                                                  served with miso soup

                                                  • Wolfpack Combo**US$12.00

                                                    wolfpack roll (8-12 pieces), 3 pieces of nigiri sushi (chef's choice)

                                                    • Sushi Mori**US$9.00

                                                      california roll (8-10 pieces), 4 pieces of nigiri sushi (chef's choice)

                                                      • Hosomaki**US$11.00

                                                        california roll (8-10 pieces), tuna roll (6 pieces), cucumber roll (6-8 pieces)

                                                        • Sake Combo**US$10.00

                                                          salmon roll (6-8 pieces), 4 pieces of salmon nigiri sushi

                                                          • Tuna Combo**US$11.00

                                                            tuna roll (6-8 pieces), 4 pieces of tuna nigiri sushi

                                                            • Kani ComboUS$10.00

                                                              california roll (8-10 pieces), 4 pieces of imitation crab nigiri sushi

                                                              • Sushi, Sashimi, Sunomono**US$12.00

                                                                cucumber roll (8-10 pieces), 3 pieces of nigiri sushi (chef's choice), sunomono, sushi rice

                                                                • Sushi, Sashimi, Spicy Fish**US$12.00

                                                                  cucumber roll (8-10 pieces), 3 pieces of nigiri sushi (chef's choice), spicy fish, sushi rice

                                                                  Teriyaki & Stir Fry

                                                                  seafood or meat sauteed in our signature teriyaki sauce, served with baby bok choy, steamed rice and miso soup

                                                                  • Chicken TeriyakiUS$8.00

                                                                    • Fish TeriyakiUS$9.00

                                                                      • Beef Teriyaki**US$9.00

                                                                        • Beef YakinikuUS$9.00

                                                                          tender slices of beef sauteed with onion in our spicy house sauce

                                                                          • Shaken BeefUS$12.00

                                                                            cubed top sirloin sauteed with red onion in our house sauce served on top of greens with lemon venaigrette

                                                                            • Rice Vermicelli with BeefUS$12.00

                                                                              sauteed beef, rice noodle, greens, sweet fish sauce

                                                                              • Japchae Noodle (Sweet Potato)US$12.00

                                                                                beef or chicken sauteed with clear noodle, dried asian mushrooms, baby bok choy, carrot, and shallot

                                                                                Tempura

                                                                                lightly battered-dipped and deep fried to a crispy golden brown, served with our house tempura sauce, steam rice, and miso soup

                                                                                • Chicken with VegetablesUS$9.00

                                                                                  • Shrimp with VegetablesUS$9.00

                                                                                    • VegetablesUS$8.00

                                                                                      Noodle

                                                                                      • PhoUS$11.00

                                                                                        vietnamese beef noodle with thin sliced beef, basil, beansprouts, green onion, cilantro

                                                                                        • Sauteed Soba Noodles

                                                                                          • Mixed VegetablesUS$8.00
                                                                                          • Shrimp, Chicken, Pork, or BeefUS$9.00

                                                                                        Udon

                                                                                        japanese white noodle in our house broth

                                                                                        • Hanaboko (Fish Cake) with VegetablesUS$9.00

                                                                                          • ChickenUS$10.00

                                                                                            shrimp, pork, or beef with vegetables

                                                                                            • Nabeyaki Udon**US$10.00

                                                                                              shrimp tempura, egg, vegetable tempura

                                                                                              Donburi

                                                                                              bed of steamed rice in a bowl topped with a choice of meat sauteed in our donburi sauce with onion and egg. served with miso soup

                                                                                              • ChickenUS$9.00

                                                                                                • PorkUS$10.00

                                                                                                  Last updated: 27 April 2024

                                                                                                  What 658 people are saying

                                                                                                  Sushi Blues Cafe reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                                                                                                  Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                                  Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                                  4.6
                                                                                                  4.6 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                  • 4.7Food
                                                                                                  • 4.5Service
                                                                                                  • 4.5Ambience
                                                                                                  • 4.6Value

                                                                                                  Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                  Review summary

                                                                                                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                  Sushi Blues Cafe delights with its "absolutely delicious" creative sushi rolls, often featuring music-themed names. Guests appreciate the "excellent service" and fun 90's vibe. Frequent diners rave about the BOGO sushi deals and diverse menu options. While service can occasionally falter, the restaurant remains a beloved spot for sushi lovers.

                                                                                                  658 Reviews

                                                                                                  1. Melvin

                                                                                                    Raleigh8 reviews

                                                                                                    4.0

                                                                                                    Dined on 7 March 2025

                                                                                                    1. Overall 4
                                                                                                    2. Food 3
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    I’ve been to Sushi Blues before and it’s always a good experience. The staff is always kind and helpful and the atmosphere is conducive to conversation. The sushi is just ok. It feels like a place for those who want to try sushi but don’t really like it.

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                                                                                                  2. SHANNON

                                                                                                    Milwaukee3 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    Dined on 15 February 2025

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Wonderful dinner out with family. Food was delicious!!

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                                                                                                  3. Raymond

                                                                                                    Raleigh2 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    Dined on 14 February 2025

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    The sushi was delicious , and the waiter was very nice. We didn’t wait too long to order and I would definitely recommend it to others.

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                                                                                                  4. JoElla

                                                                                                    Raleigh1 review

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    Dined on 26 January 2025

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Sushi Blues was truly fantastic! The food and drinks were incredible and very affordable. Our server Willis was very personable, knowledgeable, and helpful when it came to suggestions as well. Will definitely be back here in the future!

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                                                                                                  5. Jeff

                                                                                                    Raleigh1 review

                                                                                                    3.0

                                                                                                    Dined on 25 January 2025

                                                                                                    1. Overall 3
                                                                                                    2. Food 3
                                                                                                    3. Service 3
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                    Service and rolls were just ok this time. Not sure why. Still love this place.

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                                                                                                  6. Jessica

                                                                                                    Raleigh2 reviews

                                                                                                    2.0

                                                                                                    Dined on 18 January 2025

                                                                                                    1. Overall 2
                                                                                                    2. Food 3
                                                                                                    3. Service 1
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 1
                                                                                                    What a disappointment! We made a reservation for 8 to celebrate my daughter’s birthday. The table was cramped and uncomfortable, with hard wooden stools on one side and a booth-type seat on the other, so everyone had to slide out for someone to get up. We indicated the birthday both on the reservation and verbally to our server, though no acknowledgment was ever made (many places will sing or give you a freebie of some kind.) The server took half of the table’s drink order and walked away, forgetting to ask for everyone else’s. She brought no small plates for the appetizer, she didn’t clear dirty dishes from the table, she forgot refills that were requested, and on and on. The non-sushi menu items we ordered were subpar. The food was not hot, and was over cooked and extremely salty. The tempura was overly greasy. I ordered a gin martini with olives, and it tasted like pure olive juice. Our server informed us at the beginning that at 20% gratuity would be added to the check due to the size of the party. When we got the check, the gratuity was over $80 for a $320 check. When we pointed out the error, we were told that the gratuity is calculated “before discounts.” (The sushi rolls are BOGO every day.) If you want some takeout sushi rolls, this place is fine, but it is not the place for a special occasion dinner with your family.

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                                                                                                  7. Jenn VIP

                                                                                                    Cleveland13 reviews

                                                                                                    4.0

                                                                                                    Dined on 17 January 2025

                                                                                                    1. Overall 4
                                                                                                    2. Food 4
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Sushi was made super fast and BOGO deals are a great value. I agree with the other reviews… the ginger tastes weird.

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                                                                                                  8. Stefano

                                                                                                    Miami3 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    Dined on 10 January 2025

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Food was good and customer service was great , I recommend

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                                                                                                  9. Davis

                                                                                                    Wilmington1 review

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    Dined on 7 January 2025

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Sushi Blues is my boyfriend and I's favorite date night spot, and we make sure to come here almost every other week. The sushi is always incredible, and the service is consistently friendly and attentive, making us feel right at home. With unbeatable prices and an overall amazing experience, Sushi Blues never disappoints and continues to be our go-to place for a perfect night out.

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                                                                                                  10. Kellianne

                                                                                                    Las Vegas4 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    Dined on 30 December 2024

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 4
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                    We thoroughly enjoyed our meal at Sushi Blues! The pho, katsudon, and sushi were excellent.

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                                                                                                  FAQs

                                                                                                  Sushi Blues Cafe does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now. Sushi Blues Cafe also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (919) 664-8061.

                                                                                                  Sushi Blues Cafe is rated 4.6 stars by 658 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                                  Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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                                                                                                  2 people
                                                                                                  19:00
                                                                                                  Booked 13 times today
                                                                                                  Experiences are available.
                                                                                                  Google Map for Sushi Blues Cafe

                                                                                                  301 Glenwood Avenue, Suite 110, Raleigh, NC 27603

                                                                                                  Additional information

                                                                                                  • Phone number
                                                                                                    (919) 664-8061
                                                                                                  • Price
                                                                                                    $30 and under
                                                                                                  • Cuisines
                                                                                                    Sushi, Japanese, Asian
                                                                                                  • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                    Mon, Tue 12:00–20:00 Wed, Thu 12:00–20:30 Fri, Sat 12:00–21:30 Sun 13:00–20:00 Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00–16:00 Sun 13:00–17:00 Dinner Fri, Sat 16:00–21:30 Sun 17:00–20:00
                                                                                                  • Dress code
                                                                                                    Casual Dress
                                                                                                  • Parking details
                                                                                                    Parking entrance is off Lane Street. We validate 2 hours of free parking for our guests.
                                                                                                  • Payment Options
                                                                                                    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                  • Executive Chef
                                                                                                    Quy Duong

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