Duration
1-2 hours for a typical visit
Price
$10.99 for the all-you-can-eat buffet, subject to potential inflation adjustments.
Best For
Families looking for variety • Buffet lovers • Sushi enthusiasts
Pro Tip
Visit around 2 or 3 PM to avoid the dinner crowd.
About Sakura Japanese Buffet
Sakura Japanese Buffet on the Parkway has been our go-to spot when we're craving variety without breaking the bank. The hibachi station is where it's at — you pick your raw ingredients and watch the chef cook them fresh right there. Way better than grabbing stuff that's been sitting under heat lamps.
The sushi selection surprised us the first time we went. Nothing fancy, but decent rolls for a buffet setup. Our kids love the crab rangoon (honestly some of the best we've had in Sevierville), and yes, they have pizza too because apparently every buffet in Tennessee thinks it needs pizza.
Skip Wednesday evenings though. We learned that lesson the hard way when the shrimp looked sketchy and the soup tasted watered down. The host wasn't exactly welcoming either, but the servers made up for it.
They're open 11 to 10 every day, and you pay upfront which catches some people off guard. Parking's easy, and if you hit it around 2 or 3 in the afternoon, you'll beat the dinner crowd. Pro tip: drinks aren't included, so factor in another few bucks per person for sodas.
Amenities & Features
Visitor Notes for Sakura Japanese Buffet
What stands out
Sakura Japanese Buffet is listed as a japanese restaurant in Sevierville at 624 Parkway Sevierville TN 37862. It currently holds a 4.0 rating from 4,487 reviews.
Available features currently listed include Wide variety of buffet options with good flavor that satisfies diverse family preferences, Exceptionally friendly, engaging, and helpful staff members, Hot bar items maintained at appropriate serving temperatures, and Self-serve ice cream station and notably excellent sweet tea. It looks like one of the stronger fits for visitors looking for Families looking for variety, Buffet lovers, and Sushi enthusiasts.
Planning details
Most visits are planned around 1-2 hours for a typical visit. This page describes the price range as $10.99 for the all-you-can-eat buffet, subject to potential inflation adjustments. Current hours are posted for 7 days of the week.
Useful planning notes tied to this listing include: Avoid Wednesday evenings due to reported food quality issues. Drinks are not included in the buffet price, so budget for that. The buffet includes unexpected items like pizza, which may appeal to kids.
What Visitors Say
Visitors frequently mention the generous variety of dishes available.
The hibachi grill is often highlighted as a favorite feature.
Families with kids consistently praise the crab rangoon as one of the best in the area.
Know Before You Go
- Avoid Wednesday evenings due to reported food quality issues.
- Drinks are not included in the buffet price, so budget for that.
- The buffet includes unexpected items like pizza, which may appeal to kids.
What Visitors Say
Featured from 4,487 reviewsVisitors frequently mention the generous variety of dishes available.
Opening Hours
Best Times to Visit Sakura Japanese Buffet
For the best dining experience, consider making reservations for weekend evenings.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the hours?
Open daily from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Is parking available?
Yes, parking is available.
Is it wheelchair accessible?
Yes.
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