By Gary Nager
My mom actually lives in the same building that houses Tsunami, so I’ve already had a couple of occasions to dine there since new owner Samuel Ray took over about a year ago.
Although the restaurant shares its name (and logo) with the Tsunami locations in Brandon and one that closed on Collier Pkwy. at S.R. 54 in Land O’Lakes, Sam has done an outstanding job of upgrading the menu with not only unique sushi rolls (photo, left) but also Japanese-inspired tapas and small plates like his awesome “lava rocks” (sliced filet mignon sashimi with a spicy kimchi sauce).
Sam says the mission of Tsunami is simple: serve the freshest sushi and unique hibachi dishes (like Korean bulgogi beef, twin lobsters and a 22-oz. Tsunami ribeye) with a touch of Sarasota style.
And, based on the dinner crowds both times I’ve eaten there, the concept is working. So, when you visit, please tell Sam that Marilyn’s son finally gave him the write-up he promised. Please note that although Tsunami serves a great hibachi steak, it is not a dinner-and-a-show teppanyaki table restaurant.
For more info, visit Tsunami-Sarasota.com or Facebook.com/pages/Tsunami-Sushi. Tsunami is located at 100 Central Ave., in Sarasota. Give them a call at (941) 366-1033.
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