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Blowfish Sushi to Die For, San Jose
Blowfish Sushi is an eclectic sushi bar and restaurant that serves both modern and traditional sushi, sashimi, as well as salads. cooked appetizers, and special desserts. The menu style is called Asian Fusion and emphasizes clean, pure, healthy foods. Premium imported sakes and an original line of sake cocktails are featured in the restaurant's stunning liquor lounge. "Walk into Blowfish and step into your senses; 'it' decor houses a modern menu, reinterprets sushi and presents a new palette for the genre" -ctguide.com
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67 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Rating Breakdown 67 reviews
5 stars
(21)
4 stars
(24)
3 stars
(14)
2 stars
(7)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- hot spot(30)
- fit for foodies(27)
- vibrant bar scene(24)
- special occasion(18)
- good for groups(16)
- late-night find(8)
Blowfish Sushi to Die For, San Jose Reviews List
Review 1 for Blowfish Sushi to Die For, San Jose
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Night out with Wife
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My wife and I love Blowfish. Great cocktails along with great sushi selection."
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 2 for Blowfish Sushi to Die For, San Jose
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Mothers Day Mayhem
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Ridiculously poor service. Waitress forgot our orders, delivered the wrong items and left me hungry. Wouldn't consider for a large group."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 3 for Blowfish Sushi to Die For, San Jose
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Outstanding
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It was my first time to Blow Fish, and the sushi is very fresh, the edamame was excellent and the tuna tar tar was the best I've ever had! Would definitely recommend it!"
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, late-night find, special occasion
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Review 4 for Blowfish Sushi to Die For, San Jose
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Very overpriced for the quality.
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very overpriced for the quality. It was definitely not worth it for sub-par rolls that hid the flavor of the fish with excess sauces."
Dined on 04/28/2013
2013
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Review 5 for Blowfish Sushi to Die For, San Jose
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My husband loved it. It was
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My husband loved it. It was his birthday and the experience was great. Our waitress was amazing. We have been going out to sushi in Los Gatos for years. We enjoyed a new experience and the food was fabulous!"
Dined on 04/25/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 6 for Blowfish Sushi to Die For, San Jose
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Had the Fugu and it was very
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Had the Fugu and it was very good they served it with a wonderful sake pairing. I am still alive and the adrenaline rush was a cool experience. Even if you don't go for the blowfish, the other sushi rolls are just as delicious. It was a little bit expensive but so worth it."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 7 for Blowfish Sushi to Die For, San Jose
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This is really the first time
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This is really the first time that I had "real" sushi. It was great. I really enjoyed that as a group of five that the waitress suggested for us to try differnt types of rolls and I received a real good sampling of differnt types of fish. The staff was wonderful."
Dined on 04/15/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 8 for Blowfish Sushi to Die For, San Jose
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service was absolutely horrible
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Service was absolutely horrible that night! Second time in a row...might need to switch it up.
MS"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, special occasion
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Review 9 for Blowfish Sushi to Die For, San Jose
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was great as usual.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was great as usual. The noise was a bit overwhelming, however, between the loud music and the boisterous party that sat at the table next to us. Fortunately, we could just concentrate on the food and not try to talk much!"
Dined on 04/01/2013
2001
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, hot spot
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Review 10 for Blowfish Sushi to Die For, San Jose
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
I've been going to Blowfish
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I've been going to Blowfish Sushi for years now. Prices have increased and portions has gotten smaller. Food has always been decent. However, I think I'll be visiting other sushi restaurants for better values."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2004
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Review 11 for Blowfish Sushi to Die For, San Jose
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Sushi lovers must go
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Amazing sushi and their cocktails are to die for. The only reason they didn't get outstanding was the loud loud noise and the fact it took 1/2 an hour to get our sushi rolls. They ware very apologetic though and it truly is the best sushi I have ever had."
Dined on 03/06/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 12 for Blowfish Sushi to Die For, San Jose
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Our server that nite is not
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our server that nite is not very attentive ."
Dined on 02/27/2013
2010
Special Features: late-night find, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 13 for Blowfish Sushi to Die For, San Jose
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Staff is great! didn't know
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Staff is great! didn't know much about the menu and sushi but they sure know their food."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 14 for Blowfish Sushi to Die For, San Jose
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
More fusion than OG Sushi.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"More fusion than OG Sushi. Prob not the best place for a business dinner, felt more like a night club."
Dined on 02/12/2013
2013
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Review 15 for Blowfish Sushi to Die For, San Jose
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Food, Noisy Surroundings
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I love Blowfish Sushi in every way except for the awful noise level. I know that restaurants think this appeals to the young (but haven't they already lost their hearing because of loud rock concerts?), but I'd like to be able to carry on a conversation with my dinner partner.
Otherwise: the food is superb, and the ambience is beautiful."
Dined on 02/13/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 16 for Blowfish Sushi to Die For, San Jose
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Very slow service. Unimpressed
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very slow service. Unimpressed with bar service and cocktails."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2007
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Review 17 for Blowfish Sushi to Die For, San Jose
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
I didn't like how we weren't
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I didn't like how we weren't able to be seated until the whole party arrive"
Dined on 02/09/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, romantic
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Review 18 for Blowfish Sushi to Die For, San Jose
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Wasn't too pleased with our
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Wasn't too pleased with our experience here. Had a 5:30 reservation, got seated immediately as they weren't busy yet. I ordered a drink, and waited over 15 minutes to get it. It was a wasabit vodka cocktail. Couldn't taste the wasabi or the vodka - it just tasted like juice. And on an empty stomach, I had no buzz. That was an expensive 12 or so buck glass of juice.
Service was friendly, but ditzy. She really couldn't answer our questions and just seemed out of it.
The rolls are crazy small. Thank god we ordered a few appetizers. So, $95 later, we left feeling just okay about our experience and the food was underwhelming...well...go somewhere else."
Service was friendly, but ditzy. She really couldn't answer our questions and just seemed out of it.
The rolls are crazy small. Thank god we ordered a few appetizers. So, $95 later, we left feeling just okay about our experience and the food was underwhelming...well...go somewhere else."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2005
Special Features: hot spot
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Review 19 for Blowfish Sushi to Die For, San Jose
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Really Good Place
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our server was very helpful. She saw that we didn't touch our edamame and left it off our bill. The sushi was OK, but the tartare tower was amazing. I'd go back for the blowfish itself, but there are a few other places in the area with better sushi rolls. My date really liked it though and I recommend it if you're looking to impress someone"
Dined on 02/01/2013
2006
Special Features: late-night find
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Review 20 for Blowfish Sushi to Die For, San Jose
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Really Great!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Outstanding sushi food! Creative, fun and different!"
Dined on 01/27/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 21 for Blowfish Sushi to Die For, San Jose
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Quality of sushi does not
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Quality of sushi does not stand up to the reputation or hype."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2007
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Review 22 for Blowfish Sushi to Die For, San Jose
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Our service was terrible,
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our service was terrible, worst I've had in years."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2011
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Review 23 for Blowfish Sushi to Die For, San Jose
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Not a huge choice of sushi
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Not a huge choice of sushi rolls available but what came out tasted super fresh and delicious!! Would recommend to sushi fans for sure!!!"
Dined on 01/22/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, late-night find, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 24 for Blowfish Sushi to Die For, San Jose
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Blowfish has been a great
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Blowfish has been a great place to go for Sushi since opening years ago. My one complaint is the menu. Gone is the great leather bound menu which spells out the description of each item in a paragraph separated with a double space. The new menu may be more managable for the management but.....it takes away from the excitement and luxurious feel the old menus had."
Dined on 01/21/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Blowfish Sushi to Die For, San Jose
Based on the average of (43) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
4
/
5
4 out of 4 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic