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Godai by Sakana, San Juan, PR

Godai by Sakana

4.8 (33)
$50 and over
Japanese
708 C. del Parque, San Juan, PR 00909

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2 people
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11:00 PM

About this restaurant

  • Innovative
  • Healthy
  • Good for special occasions
Godai by Sakana is located in the heart of San Juan. What started as a Omakase Speakeasy in a janitorial Closet in San Jose Building, quickly became one of the most sought after restaurant with only 6 seats and a waiting list of 6+ months.
Godai represents our three concepts in one building living in harmony to provide the best dinning experience in Puerto Rico and the Caribean. It sits at the base of a typical Puerto Rican House/Building turned into a Restaurant on the corner of Calle del Parque and calle Finlay, Santurce.
The restaurant has been owned by Chefs Cesar Vega and Chef Daysi since opening it’s first location in 2021 and during that time it has evolved considerably, both in food and in experiences.Chef Cesar’s tasting menu consists of Japanese inspired Omakase courses.
Guest can now also visit the Godai by Sakana Restaurant for Chef Cesar’s Dining Experience with both abbreviated versions of Chef’s Cesar tasting menu and new menu to pair with champagne or sake.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Creative Japanese, Japanese Speciality
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Sat 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (786) 412-8937
  • Website
    https://www.godaibysakana.com/
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

Menu

At present, we do not have menu information for this restaurant. Please see their website or wait to visit the restaurant to learn more.

What 33 people are saying

Godai by Sakana reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Caribbean

    Innovative

  • Caribbean

    Healthy

  • Puerto Rico

    Best Food

  • Puerto Rico

    Innovative

  • Puerto Rico

    Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Godai by Sakana offers a "world-class" dining experience with "absolutely phenomenal" food and "outstanding" service. The restaurant combines "Japanese precision and Puerto Rican flair" in a "refined yet inviting atmosphere." Visitors praise the "amazing" sushi and "exquisite" ambiance, making it a "must-visit" in Puerto Rico.
33 Reviews

  1. Fred VIP

    Las Vegas13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed an outstanding Omakase with a great variety of delicious fish

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  2. Gabriela

    Washington, D.C. Area2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    De las mejores experiencias culinarias que he tenido. La frescura se notaba en cada bocado y me impresionó el servicio de excelencia que recibimos. Lo recomiendo demasiado, ya quiero volver!

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  3. Daniel

    Alabama2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From start to finish: shady area, but they did exactly what they needed to do to make you feel safe as soon as you get there. Very cool decor even from the outside. The vibe is just what you are looking for. Then reception 10/10. Everyone greets you kindly and professionally. Waitress was great. From then on, everything was top notch. We let them choose our food for us. Highly recommend it. Food was excellent. At the end we asked to mark on the menu the plates we had so next time we try something new. Will come again

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  4. Fred VIP

    Las Vegas13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Excellent, we all enjoyed all of our selections Always great quality and taste

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  5. Jeremy VIP

    Orlando / Central Florida East8 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 2, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a good experience, the server and chef were very kind. My only criticism is that the food felt often bland and laking a kick of flavor. The sushi was the most impressive meal we ordered, it had that kick and burst of flavors that was missing in every other dish we had previous to it.

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  6. Mauro

    Atlanta1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From the moment we arrived, Godai by Sakana delivered an unforgettable dining experience. The ambiance strikes a perfect balance between modern elegance and warm hospitality. Every detail, from the lighting to the music, sets the tone for a refined yet inviting atmosphere. The food was the true standout—absolutely phenomenal. Each dish was beautifully presented and bursting with flavor. The fusion of Japanese precision and Puerto Rican flair was masterfully executed. The sushi was fresh and creative, the hot dishes were perfectly seasoned, and the omakase selections were a culinary journey I’d highly recommend to any foodie. Service was equally impressive. The staff was knowledgeable, attentive, and genuinely passionate about the menu. They offered great recommendations and made us feel truly taken care of throughout the evening. Whether you're a local or visiting Puerto Rico, Godai by Sakana is a must-visit. It’s easily one of the best dining experiences I’ve had on the island—world-class in every way.

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  7. Fred VIP

    Las Vegas13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Excellent as always, personal service was outstanding.

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  8. Nidia VIP

    E. Tennessee4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service amazing and ambiance even better. Food was so good, absolutely loved it.

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  9. Zulema

    Caribbean5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was incredible and the attention excellent. I will come back!

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  10. Pedro

    Caribbean20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome experience as always! When we do sushi this is the place to go. Thank you for your attention to detail!

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Godai by Sakana is rated 4.8 stars by 33 OpenTable diners.

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708 C. del Parque, San Juan, PR 00909

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Condado
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Sat 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Creative Japanese, Japanese Speciality
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Counter Seating, Non-Smoking
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