Message from Blowfish Sushi - Santana Row
Hipsters chow on exotic rolls and artful fusion dishes while grooving to techno beats and watching anime.
- Santana Row Location
- Wide Selection of Sake
- Bar and Lounge
An eclectic sushi bar and restaurant that serves both modern and traditional sushi, sashimi, and teppan dishes, as well as, salads, noodles, and special desserts. Featured items are Pufferfish, Ostrich, and Duck. The menu style is called Asian Fusion and emphasizes clean, pure healthy foods that create a sense of euphoria.
Editorial and merchant content by Citysearch
|
 Blowfish Sushi - Santana Row
(408) 916-1224
355 Santana Row Ste 1010
San Jose,
CA
95128
Write a Review
|
Editorial Description by Citysearch
The Scene
With its dark industrial furnishings and dance-club decor, Blowfish attracts a young, affluent crowd who mingle well into the night at the sake bar. Those not into the singles scene pack the sushi bar, where skilled chefs put on a show of their own.
The Food
The restaurant is well-known for its fusion rolls, combining ingredients that might shock old-school sushi chefs. But these innovative combinations can be an exciting hit. For a tropical treat, try the Godzilla roll, a sweet combination of fresh mango, lightly caramelized cashews and roasted coconut. The Polynesian rolls mix flash-fried salmon and barbecued eel with juicy papaya and mango. On the traditional side, the chutoro, a marbled piece of tuna belly, is so tender and subtle in flavor that it stands on its own. Pair your meal with one of the specialty mixed drinks, like the crisp cucumber-sake cooler.
Rated 7.0 out of 10 by Citysearch.
|
|
|
|
Explore
San Jose, CA
»
Restaurants, Sushi Restaurants, Japanese Restaurants
|
|
|
52 Reviews of Blowfish Sushi - Santana Row
in San Jose
Have experience with this business? Write a review
too trendy for me, and the food doesn't justify the price  2
By Cathy B.
Blowfish Sushi - Santana Row
I love sushi. I used to work in a Japanese restaurant. So, I consider myself somewhat knowledgeable when it comes to good sushi. This place just gets customers based on it's location and the novelty of DJ music and trendy atmosphere.
The sushi I got was nothing special. I feel the quality wasn't any better than some of the other sushi places in the same area. But of course they have to charge a higher price to pay the high rent.
Was this review helpful to you?
Yes /
No
(you must log in or
sign up to vote)
Blowfish sushi disaster...don't go  1
By james p.
Blowfish Sushi - Santana Row
Ok, so you go there and the atmosphere is fine..service is lousy and the best part, the fish is over priced and very small portions. Go here if your just going to drink perhaps, but for a good sushi dinner, try Yuki instead and very close by...I would not go back to this place...
Was this review helpful to you?
Yes /
No
(you must log in or
sign up to vote)
Fun Crowd!  4
By monica m.
|  Insider Expert
| Rank: 12,152
Blowfish Sushi - Santana Row
The sushi here is good..maybe not the absolute best but definately good. The crowd is always fun here. A little more on the yuppy side but willing to relax! I am always pleased with the food and the atmosphere.
Was this review helpful to you?
Yes /
No
(you must log in or
sign up to vote)
Overrated 2
By Jessica L.
| Insider Expert
| Rank: 3,042
Blowfish Sushi - Santana Row
I'd heard a lot of great things about Blowfish Sushi, but was more than disappointed when I finally got around to going. The drinks are good but slightly overpriced, and the sushi is nothing to write home about. The decor is pretty, but the inside is small and gets crowded pretty quickly. They should also have more waiters because the service was a little slow. And don't go here if you're expecting to make conversation. The music is always really loud. Maybe entertaining for the younger crowd, but don't go here if you're expecting great sushi or a comfortable atmosphere.
Was this review helpful to you?
Yes /
No
(you must log in or
sign up to vote)
Loud 2
By Ingrid L.
|  Insider Guru
| Rank: 1,358
Blowfish Sushi - Santana Row
It is a good party atmosphere but not really that fun if you are under 21. The sushi is expensive but really well plated and worth the money. The appetizers were good too.
Was this review helpful to you?
Yes /
No
(you must log in or
sign up to vote)
Great Sake! 4
By rika a.
| Insider Expert
| Rank: 10,767
Blowfish Sushi - Santana Row
The sake is really good. We went on the weekend and it was late so it was a bit too loud and very crowded. But they had good appetizers and the sushi is very well presented.
Would recommend to a younger crowd though, screaming above the music is a tad bit annoying after a while.
Was this review helpful to you?
Yes /
No
(you must log in or
sign up to vote)
A bit expensive but good selection
By DaphneZ
Interesting sushi choices and the decor is pretty cool, but the prices are on the high side for what they offer.
Posted 12/10/08
Great Drinks, Fresh Sushi , Good Music, Good Vibe
By gretchm
Fun sushi spot on the ROW! Fresh fish, great DJ, awesome vibe, and good drinks. Best of all its on the ROW. You can stop in for a late lunch or dinner and continue on shopping. Great service and presentation is great! I highly recommend the " Dynamite Roll" !!
Pros: Service, Ambience
Cons: Parking , especially during the holidays
Posted 12/09/08
Not a great place to have fun!
By stillgonnashine
Bar none the worst restaurant/night club I've been to. The atmosphere is dark, boring, and pretentious. In regards to cougars: u go table dancing cougar.....whether they love you or hate you, you're still gonna shine baby!!!
Pros: Can't think of any except good location.
Cons: Bad vibe place
Posted 11/05/08
Nothing good to say about this place.
By dancingcouger
Nothing good to say about this place.....too expensive, trendy, and terrible customer service. Would not recommend.
Pros: Nothing
Cons: Everything
Posted 10/28/08
Cougars dont dance on the table here!!!
By passionvixensf
I was there the night of blowfishblowme's alleged near death drama. I thought the resturaunt handled themselves rather professionally considering they had a wild cougar dancing on the table and acting crazy when they asked her to get down. Get off the juice! Blowfish is a great place to have fun.
Pros: Great food, music and normally people
Cons: Occasionally they throw out a drunk
Posted 10/28/08
|
|
