Restaurant in Tampa, United States
Samurai Blue Sushi & Sake Bar
100Pearl PointsLate-night sushi
About Samurai Blue Sushi & Sake Bar
Samurai Blue Sushi & Sake Bar is the easy Ybor City choice when sushi, sake, late dinner flexibility matter more than a formal tasting-menu experience. It suits dates, small celebrations, pre-night-out meals; choose dinner over lunch if the sake-bar side is part of the plan.
Samurai Blue Sushi & Sake Bar is a Tampa venue with verified hours that cover weekday lunch windows and evening service throughout the week. The confirmed details are direct: casual dress, lunch hours Monday through Friday, later closing times on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.
Because the verified public details are limited, the safest way to plan is around the schedule rather than assuming a specific menu format, service style, price point, or reservation pattern. Use the hours below as the main decision point, check the venue directly for current menu, booking, service details before making plans.
Samurai Blue Sushi & Sake Bar hours in Tampa
Verified hours are Monday and Tuesday from 11:30 AM to 2 PM and 5 PM to 11 PM; Wednesday and Thursday from 11:30 AM to 2 PM and 5 PM to 12 AM; Friday from 11:30 AM to 2 PM and 5 PM to 1 AM; Saturday from 5 PM to 1 AM; and Sunday from 5 PM to 11 PM.
For readers comparing Tampa plans, Samurai Blue Sushi & Sake Bar can be considered alongside Bernini of Ybor, James Joyce Irish Pub & Eatery, La Creperia Cafe @ Ybor City, Barterhouse Ybor, The Bricks. Choose based on the kind of evening you want, then confirm current hours and availability with the venue.
Where it fits in a Tampa night out
The practical advantage is timing. Weekday lunch is available Monday through Friday, while evening hours run every day, with the latest closing times on Friday and Saturday. Dress code is casual, so there is no verified need to plan around a formal attire requirement.
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If Samurai Blue Sushi & Sake Bar is on your shortlist, treat the venue name and verified hours as the grounded planning information. For anything more specific, including menu details, drinks, pricing, reservations, takeout, delivery, or dietary accommodations, check the venue's official channels before you go.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far ahead should I book Samurai Blue Sushi & Sake Bar?
Verified booking requirements are not available here. Samurai Blue Sushi & Sake Bar is in Tampa, its verified hours include weekday lunch and evening service throughout the week. Check the venue directly for current reservation or walk-in guidance.
Is Samurai Blue Sushi & Sake Bar good for a special occasion?
That depends on what you want from the occasion. The verified facts confirm casual dress and evening hours every day, including later hours on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday. For a different Tampa plan, you might also compare Bernini of Ybor, James Joyce Irish Pub & Eatery, or another nearby option.
What should I order at Samurai Blue Sushi & Sake Bar?
Specific menu items are not verified here. The venue name is Samurai Blue Sushi & Sake Bar, but you should check the venue's official menu for current dishes, drinks, pricing, availability before you go.
What should a first-timer know about Samurai Blue Sushi & Sake Bar?
Samurai Blue Sushi & Sake Bar is in Tampa. Verified hours are Monday and Tuesday from 11:30 AM to 2 PM and 5 PM to 11 PM; Wednesday and Thursday from 11:30 AM to 2 PM and 5 PM to 12 AM; Friday from 11:30 AM to 2 PM and 5 PM to 1 AM; Saturday from 5 PM to 1 AM; and Sunday from 5 PM to 11 PM. Dress code is casual.
Is lunch or dinner better at Samurai Blue Sushi & Sake Bar?
Use the verified hours to decide. Lunch is listed Monday through Friday from 11:30 AM to 2 PM, while evening hours are listed every day, with later closing times on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday. For a different kind of Tampa outing, La Creperia Cafe @ Ybor City or The Bricks may also be worth comparing.
What are alternatives to Samurai Blue Sushi & Sake Bar in Tampa?
Other nearby options to compare include Bernini of Ybor, James Joyce Irish Pub & Eatery, The Bricks, Barterhouse Ybor, La Creperia Cafe @ Ybor City. Check current hours and offerings directly before choosing.
Does Samurai Blue Sushi & Sake Bar handle dietary restrictions?
Dietary and allergy accommodations are not verified here. If you need gluten-free, allergy-sensitive, vegetarian, or other specific handling, contact Samurai Blue Sushi & Sake Bar directly before you go and confirm the latest details through the venue's official channels.
Location
1600 E 8th Ave, Tampa, FL 33605
Tampa, United States
Compare Samurai Blue Sushi & Sake Bar
| Venue | Location |
|---|---|
| Samurai Blue Sushi & Sake Bar | Tampa |
| Bernini of Ybor | Tampa |
| Barterhouse Ybor | Tampa |
| La Creperia Cafe @ Ybor City | Tampa |
| James Joyce Irish Pub & Eatery | Tampa |
| The Bricks | Tampa |
How Samurai Blue Sushi & Sake Bar Tampa compares with similar nearby venues.
If this is not the right fit
Pick Bernini of Ybor if the table wants Italian and a more classic celebration dinner. Pick The Bricks if the group wants a casual Ybor meal with less emphasis on cuisine format.
How it compares in Ybor City
Choose Samurai Blue Sushi & Sake Bar when the decision is sushi plus sake in Ybor, especially for a date or small celebration that needs an easy reservation path. Bernini of Ybor is the better fit for Italian comfort and a more classic dinner feel, while Barterhouse Ybor makes more sense for a broader American meal.
For casual value, La Creperia Cafe @ Ybor City and The Bricks are easier daytime or low-key choices. James Joyce Irish Pub & Eatery is the pick when the group wants pub energy over a composed sushi dinner. The tradeoff is simple: Samurai Blue is stronger for a themed dinner plan; the others win when the night is more casual or cuisine-neutral.
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