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Sadako Japanese Restaurant

4.3 ★ · 573 reviews on Google · $

Closed now · 1321 S University Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48104

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Sadako Japanese Restaurant at 1321 S University Ave in Ann Arbor, MI serves sushi, sashimi, rolls and bento box lunch specials. The setting is described as bustling but relaxed, with a casual, cozy atmosphere. Tea is a noted offering, and wine is available. Its price level is listed in the lowest tier, and its Google rating is 4.3 stars from 564 reviews. Popular with students, Sadako accommodates groups and solo diners, with both dine-in and takeout service available. Wheelchair-accessible seating is listed among its features. For visitors arriving by car, parking options include free and paid street parking, along with paid lot and garage parking. Debit cards and NFC mobile payments are accepted. The combination of sushi, sashimi and lunch specials gives diners several formats to choose from, whether eating on site or taking an order to go.

Sadako Japanese Restaurant

Know before you go

  • Sushi, sashimi and rolls
  • Bento box lunch specials
  • Notable tea offering
  • Popular with students
  • Casual, bustling setting
  • Reviewers often praise the service (1 mentions)
  • Reviewers often praise the price (1 mentions)
  • Some reviewers mention service (2)

From 3 recent reviews

Amenities

  • Good for groups
  • Open late
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in
  • Wheelchair accessible

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Excerpts from public reviews

  • I ordered the tempura udon and to my surprise midway through my meal I saw that a fly was very much inside my soup, it was incredibly disgusting and I alerted staff immediately, who then proceeded… — Google, 1★, August 29, 2026
  • Great place in downtown Ann Arbor. Generous portions, speedy service and great ambience at a very reasonable price. Good option if you are in the mood for sushi while in A2. — Google, 5★, August 21, 2026
  • One time I got a roll with old mushy avocado and it wasn’t pleasant. Ordered other stuff, and I had been there several times so I thought no biggie. Asked if the roll could be taken off since it w… — Google, 1★, August 9, 2026

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