the sushi was decent, but hard to tell if it was even fresh or not because there were so many toppings. Â i mean, it was still good, but i love some simple sushi too. Â
our waitress sucked. Â we also went at a really bad/bizarre time, somewhere between lunch and dinner, where we couldn't order from the unlimited sushi lunch anymore, so were left with about 8 (cheaper) lunch options to choose from. Â i think the waitress was kinda pissed that i asked to see the full menu, but that would seem to make sense? Â either way, it was decent and that's that.
Okay, I've given this 2 stars because Meh, I've had better.
My husband and I went there for lunch and found it was very affordable. We looked at the dinner menu and saw prices went up significantly. If you want to try this place, I would suggest lunch.
There's a strange fascination in Fort Myers with putting cream cheese in sushi rolls. My husband and I have gone to at least 5 different sushi places trying to find good sushi and they all feature lots of cream cheese. Almost every roll in Blu Sushi features cream cheese and very little raw fish. Lots are fried, cooked or have tempura. We came to the conclusion that this may be a good place for people who don't really like sushi or are new to the sushi scene.
Also, they didn't give us wasabi or ginger with our sushi! We asked if they provide that and the answer was not at lunch! This was extremely weird and I'm still not sure if this is their regular procedure. However, if you go for lunch, I'd make sure to ask for these if you want them.
The atmosphere is very trendy and chic; and I suspect they'd be a really cool place to hang out over cocktails in the evening. However, if you like sushi, and I mean really like sushi, go somewhere else. Our current fave: Daruma.
I have been traveling to Fort Myers weekly for the last 6 months, and have just found Blu, and not a moment too soon. I have eaten sushi at other places in town and regretted it. Not so with Blu.
The atmosphere is a bit trendy for Fort Myers, but I like it.
My only complaint- I went on "2 for 1" drink night. I ordred a drink and TWO came. Now, that sounds good in theory, but the second sat and got watered down while I consumed the first. Luckily I drink fast.
The wait staff was a bit aloof for me. I have been to quite a few "high brow" places and dealt with attitude before, but come on, this is a stip mall in Fort Myers. Lighten up.
The prices are not "bad" but not good either. Good thing I am on expense account and I don't really have to worry about things like that.
The sushi is pretty good. The atmosphere is nice. I really don't think it's THAT expensive, but I tend not to eat more than one roll. For Fort Myers, this place is not too bad! I have also been here for drinks a handful of times at night...but I'm not much of a fan. The drinks are too expensive...if I want to pay that much for a drink, I'll drive home to Miami-Fort Lauderdale. So, minus one star for that. However, food is good!
Review Source:Excellent sushi and decent atmosphere. Not as good as Sans Sushi, in the Cape, but pretty darn close. I like the variety of sushi and if you can, try the Lava Drops, they're to die for. I personally think they're a bit over priced for what you get but they can get away with it because of the trendiness.
As a night time hangout place it's OK, nothing special. I'd say it's way too loud for the size of the place and that's coming from a guy who listens to hard rock and metal!
I've never had a good meal here. I think all the rave is due to the fact that the food looks pretty and the atmosphere is trendy/hip. However, when I go out to eat, I want the food to taste good as well. Â This is more Americanized sushi- the majority of the rolls are either fried, have mayo, or are cooked. Â I can see why people who haven't been exposed to sushi much would like this place. The presentation is good, but it's not enough to win me over. This place is WAY too overrated for what it is. If you're a sushi connoisseur, don't go here. You'll only leave disappointed.
Review Source:VERY disappointing news, but they are NO LONGER offering the all you can eat lunch special. Instead you have to pick just 2 rolls and get soup or salad for nearly the same price. Real let down. Despite the feedback from customers, they are still moving forward with it. We won't be going back.
Review Source:First off, if you are looking for a quiet sushi place to take you date.. AVOID this place. Loud, annoying house music and noisy cougars make this place a place to be "seen." Maybe thats the way they want this restaurant to be but I did not like it. AT ALL.. and i'm a young person.. so you can take your pick. If you like the young professional and cougar crowd then this is the place for you.
Onto the food. I order a roll entree (cant remeber the exact name). It was quite good, not amazing but good. My complaint? ridiculous prices! 12 bucks for a 7 piece roll.. I was STARVING still after dinner. If there had been more piece to the roll I might have given this place 3 stars but its far from reasonable.
Service. It was acceptable. Water took a little too long to be refilled. Biggest complaint was the paper menu's. We had to pencil in what we wanted.. I couldnt understand why this restaurant is wasting so much paper and why the waitress couldnt just write down the order.. This section might be kinda picky obviously but when you are already annoyed by the noise and lack of food you get kinda miffed.
If you want a trendy happy hour sushi place, this is it.
If you want a nice date sushi restaurant look elsewhere.
Went with the hubby and baby for mothers day lunch (the Saturday before) we got the all you could eat which was nice. Â I had never been here during the day to see it in the sunlight and it is UGLY they really need to repaint and get new chairs it looked trashy. Â Our service was so slow. Â They didn't even bother to offer us a high chair or booster seat I had to request one. Â They do however have a $5 kids menu so that was a perk. Â Overall not impressed once again.
Review Source:I have been to a lot of places and i can definetly rank this in my top 2 for Sushi in Fort Myers. It is as fresh as it gets. On the weekends you have DJ music, people, dancing it is really great. I mostly go to the Blu in Gulf Coast Towne Center. If you want a good time this is the place to go. It is just all around fun. Happy Eating
Review Source:Trendy place. Â Only been during the evening, and the three times I have been there the food has been awsome. Â The sushi is fresh and very flavorful. Â My friend loves edamame and it is steamed just right. Â I love spicy and the volcano is hot, but not overwhelmingly that it distracts from the taste.
It is a trendy place and the music can be overwhelming at times. Â The music added to the neon blue ambiance creates and interesting atmosphere found frequently in places like Las Vegas. Â It sort of wakes up that area of the shopping center. Â Younger crowd.
this seems to be quite the area for yelp reviews!
I have to say that the sushi is quite good here, but the blue neon lights are trying to be too hip, if you ask me.
And I know you aren't asking me, and that is the beauty of yelp. Â It isn't so much about you as it is about me.
I got one of the rolls that has a funky name that ends in .com Â
You have to try it. Â It has tomago in it, and chopped tuna.
So you should try it out.
Although I'm a huge sushi fan, I waited many years before trying this place because I thought the reviews were just hype about a gimicky, non authentic sushi experience.
Wow, was I wrong.
I took some friends that had come into town here because they wanted sushi and drinks, and this is the first place that came to mind. Â We went on a Sunday night, so the place was a bit dead, but the service was very friendly and attentive. Â The waitress was honest and forthcoming about recommendations. Â The sushi was very well priced considering the excellent atmosphere. Â The water wall was just gorgeous, and the blue tile walls and bar were a delight. Â The cocktail I had was a bit overpriced, but it was delicious nonetheless.
When the sushi came, my opinion of blu was raised even higher. Â So well prepared, and delicious. Â The portions were ample, and the rolls were expertly done.
I'm glad my biased opinion of Blu has changed. Â I would recommend this place to anyone.
Blu ...YUM! THE best sushi in town, no doubt. Great atmosphere, great drinks, and an over the top sushi menu. Its def. a place to be "seen" if your into that, or just really love good food like me! The "Find What Baby" is my favorite sushi roll of all time, I have had others that are similar but nothing beats this place - not anywhere around Fort Myers anyway!
Review Source:I really like the scene at Blu sushi, it is more south beach than fort myers and that is really cool. Â but, the food is not great. Â the prices are high and they are very cheap with their fish portion size. Â you just don't get much for the money (well except atmosphere). Â if you are looking for great sushi but no scene go to Asia in Fort Myers they are family owned and run and you get fresh sushi for a much better vaule.
Review Source:This place is almost more martini bar than sushi restaurant. Â I sincerely doubt that they have any thing other than a giant rice steamer in the back. Â Â They have a sushi counter and a one page list of gimmick-y rolls, that while somewhat kitchy in name and design, are very tasty. Â One of my favorites is called a Cool Hawaiian, I think. Â It's got tuna and pineapple, and kiwi on top.
The atmosphere in this place is fantastic. Â All mini blue tiles and stainless steel, with cool pendant lights. Â They make some really cool drinks too.
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