Welcome to Blue Sakana Blackhawk
At Blue Sakana Blackhawk, we blend traditional Japanese cuisine with a vibrant, modern cocktail experience. Nestled in the Blackhawk Plaza, our restaurant is designed for both casual diners and those seeking a classy night out. We pride ourselves on our commitment to quality, offering a diverse menu filled with fresh sushi, sashimi, and innovative dishes like the Black Cod misoyaki. Guests can enjoy outdoor seating with a view or dine inside a whimsically decorated space. Our attentive service and inviting ambiance have made us a beloved local spot, perfect for gatherings of all sizes. Welcome to a memorable dining experience!
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3496 Blackhawk Plaza Cir Danville, CA 94506 United States Hotline: (925) 648-7838
Welcome to Blue Sakana Blackhawk, an exceptional cocktail bar that captures the essence of Japanese dining right in the heart of Danville, California. Nestled at 3496 Blackhawk Plaza Circle, this Asian-owned establishment offers a trendy yet classy environment that's perfect for casual outings, family dinners, or even lively gatherings with friends. With a vibrant interior and inviting outdoor seating options by the picturesque lake, you can expect a dining experience that is as delightful as it is visually rewarding.
What sets Blue Sakana Blackhawk apart is not just its stunning atmosphere but also its extensive menu. Known for its pescatarian and vegetarian options, Blue Sakana caters to varied dietary preferences, ensuring everyone finds something to enjoy. Signature dishes like the Black Cod misoyaki and Hamachi Kama showcase the freshness of high-quality ingredients, while their innovative sushi rolls are a feast for both the eyes and palate. The Fried Calamari with sweet chili sauce will tantalize your taste buds and elevate your dining experience.
The restaurant's commitment to quality is evident in the rave reviews from loyal patrons. Delilah G. describes it as a go-to spot for her family, emphasizing the freshness of the sushi and exemplary service. Similarly, Crystal M. highlights the unique appetizers and expertly crafted dishes that keep her coming back for more. The miso soup, enhanced with mushrooms, adds a special touch that elevates even the simplest offerings.
Whether you're in the mood for happy hour specials, preparing for a gathering, or simply seeking a casual dinner, Blue Sakana has it all. The full bar complements the diverse menu well, featuring a range of innovative cocktails and beverages. Experience evenings filled with laughter, dancing, or relaxed conversations, all while enjoying the delectable array of offerings.
As for the atmosphere, the moderate noise levels make it suitable for both families and groups, while attentive yet understated service ensures a pleasant dining experience. You can enjoy your meal with the convenience of modern amenities including QR code menus, outdoor heating, and accessibility features.
- Location: 3496 Blackhawk Plaza Cir, Danville, CA 94506
- Contact: (925) 648-7838
- Amenities: Reservations, Delivery, Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Free Wi-Fi
- Menu Highlights:
- Fried Calamari with sweet chili sauce
- Black Cod misoyaki
- Sashimi Salad with fresh garden greens
- Teriyaki Chicken, grilled to perfection
In conclusion, whether you are a sushi aficionado or a newcomer to Japanese dining, Blue Sakana Blackhawk promises a memorable experience with its exquisite dishes, warm atmosphere, and top-notch service. It truly is a gem in the Danville dining scene that caters to all — from casual diners to those celebrating special occasions.
Such good sushi! This is a go to spot for my family and I and we always leave full and satisfied! Great service as well!
Good service, good sushi...not traditional but still good. The waiter was attentive and the fish in the sushi seemed very fresh. It's in our neighborhood, so we will definitely go again.
Really enjoyed our food and service. Highly recommend the specialty rolls Red Gingko and Salmon Melt. Appreciated these recommendations from our server.
This treasure is fortunately close to home and we try to dine there once a week! The fish is always super fresh and they have an extensive choice of delicious Japanese specialties. Happy attentive servers and the ambiance is 5 star inside as well as their dining area outside by the lake.
Really good! They had amazing service and the heart shaped roll was a really cool experience cause they set it on fire!! Highly recommend
Located centrally in a beautiful upscale mall by the pond with whimsically decorated interior, this restaurant offers wonderful outdoor and indoor dining options. The fish, the freshest, you can tell as soon as you taste the creamy uni! They offer some appetizers that are unique like the lettuce wrap and old favorite done right like fried calamari. Even their miso soup is special; they add mushrooms for enhanced flavor and texture. Service was also out of the league. Servers were very attentive but understated, the best! This just became my new favorite dinner spot after a round of golf!!
Just had a wonderful lunch here with 12 friends! There is a wonderful private room in the restaurant. The food is fresh and delicious with a beautiful presentation! Our server Nick was very good and made sure everyone with happy with their lunch.
We came here for lunch, after a morning visit to the Blackhawk Museum for the first, Mid-Autumn Asian Moon Festival celebration. Blue Sakana takes over the spot previously occupied by Blue Gingko. The cuisine style seems the same to me - sushi, sashimi, teriyaki entrees and yes a pretty big cocktail menu. The food quality and service turned out exceptional, so 5 stars. Apps The free miso soup was very good - balanced, light, and not excessively salty. Popcorn chicken was fried crispy outside and soft and juicy inside. For a refreshing cocktail, the Ginger Mojito is a good option. Entrees Our 3yo loves teriyaki salmon, and the Blue Sakana version is a thick-cut Scottish Salmon with a nice rich glaze. Fish was moist and just perfect when mixed with sushi rice. Both the Teriyaki Chicken bowl and Diablo Ramen were both solid dishes too. It's tough running a restaurant, especially at Blackhawk Plaza given the high cost and loss of the theater and limited shopping. Hopefully Blue Sakana can thrive!
Came here for a company dinner at 6pm on a Wednesday. Food was delicious, though I was expecting more taste-wise given the price point. Menu is huge so everyone can find something to order -- they sushi, sashimi, noodles, rice dishes, skewers, hand rolls, and grilled options. Service was great though the food was slow to come out. We were a big party so we tried a bunch of stuff: - sea salt + spicy edamame ($7 and $9 respectively) - eggplant ($11) - vegetable tempura ($19) - cucumber sunomono ($9) - pork belly skewer ($9) - crispy gyoza ($11 for 5) - jalapeno poppers ($14) - sashimi salad ($35) - braised short rib teriyaki ($28) - teriyaki chicken ($20) - garlic rice ($7) and a bunch of other rolls The entrees were disappointing but the appetizers were amazing. We loved the fried eggplant and cucumber sunomono, so much that we ordered 3-4 things of the cucumber sunomono. The eggplant was crispy, fried, and perfectly salty-sweet-umami and we couldn't get enough of the refreshing sour-sweet-salty of the cucumber sunomono. The jalapeno poppers were also amazing. The teriyaki chicken and braised short rib teriyaki, were good, but honestly not worth the price point. They were kind of boring (?) taste wise and the portions were small, so even the portions can't justify the price. FYI, they don't come with rice (kinda lame) so we had to order garlic rice on the side, which also ended up kind of bland unfortunately. Our servers were amazing and attentive, though I wish they coordinated with the kitchen better. Some of the appetizers took around 30 minutes to come out, and we were a little annoyed how there were long stretches of time where we didn't have any food. My boss didn't receive his roll until the very end of the meal, when everyone else had already finished eating.