PONCA CITY MONTHLY
It’s February and we all know what that means … there is zero excuse to not treat yourself to a primo meal. A tempting plate of food is going to catch my eye before, well, just about anything. And the minute these suckers lock in on sushi rolls, the blinders are up, and those rolls are allllll I see. For the best sushi around these parts, head to Sakura Japanese Restaurant, Kay County’s only sushi house.
of cuisine makes it feel a little adventurous. Fun fact: Wasabi is as good for your libido as it is fun to say! It is widely considered an aphrodisiac for its ability to raise body temperature and bring an attractive flush to the cheeks. Beware though. This stuff is hotttt, so unless you’re looking to completely clear your sinuses (not so attractive), don’t get too heavy handed.
On the very popular corner of Prospect Avenue and North 14th Street, Sakura is serving up sushi rolls and more and has been a Ponca City favorite since opening their doors in 2015. Their food is unlike any other food you can get in Ponca City. Sakura’s extensive list of regular rolls, specialty rolls, nigiri and sashimi has something for every seafood lover. Raw fish not your thing? That’s OK! There are over 15 Another number one for me at Sakura is how specialty rolls that do not have raw fish. Oh, they make to-go orders so easy. I like the very 3000 N 14th St B, Ponca City. wait. You’re looking for seafood that’s fried? user friendly Beyond Menu app to place my 580.762.9777 That’s OK too! Sakura has a huge selection of order. The staff makes picking up your order Hours: specialty rolls that have tempura. Hold on … and paying so smooth. The food is packed Mon - Thursday: Fri and Saturday: are you not a sushi person at all? Totally fine! correctly and travels well. This is a game 11 am- 9:30 pm 11 am-10 pm Check out the hibachi section of the menu. changer if you want fun food on Valentine’s So many combos of chicken, steak, shellfish Day (or any day) but would rather jazz up the Sunday : 11 am - 9 pm and seafood to choose from and all are pretty romance at home. fantastic. This month, whether you’re a Love-Day-Lover or a Valenhater, I get it if Japanese food is not your we all gotta eat so we may as well eat something intriguing. I’ve heard jam. I get it. One of the fun things about all these sayings about how diamonds are a girl’s best friend. They Japanese food is that it really is simple aren’t. It’s food. I promise you; it’s food. And the best feeling ever is and approachable, even though it love when you know you’re having sushi for dinner. Happy Eating!! may not sound like it. February is the perfect month to give it a try or to revisit this cuisine. Valentine’s Day falls on a Monday this year. Restaurant selection on Mondays can be a little slim in PC, but luckily for us, Attentive staff! Sakura is always open on Mondays, Perfect texture on hibachi vegetables. They including Valentine’s Day. If going are cooked enough, but still have some bite. out with your squeeze or with friends or with yourself is a priority, So easy to take on the go! Sakura is quaint enough to feel comfortable, yet a different kind
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