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Yellowtail Sushi Bar & Steak
Savor the Art of Excellence in Sushi and Steak
4.6
Restaurant
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Savor the Art of Excellence in Sushi and Steak
Located in downtown Dallas, Yellowtail Sushi Bar & Steak combines the best of Japanese cuisine with a sophisticated steakhouse experience. With a Google rating of 4.6, this restaurant earns praise for its thoughtfully crafted dishes, including mouthwatering mussels and rich bluefin toro rolls. The atmosphere strikes the perfect balance between upscale dining and a relaxed vibe, making it an ideal spot for intimate dinners or business meetings. Patrons appreciate the friendly staff and the artistic presentation of each meal, ensuring a memorable dining experience in the heart of the city.
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Fresh, expertly crafted sushi rolls and nigiri, featuring highlights like bluefin toro and truffle salmon.
High-quality steaks cooked to perfection, blending Japanese influences with classic steakhouse fare.
Creative cocktails and a curated draft beer selection at reasonable prices in a stylish setting.
Upscale ambiance ideal for dates, business meetings, or special events with attentive service.
Convenient meal takeaway options for enjoying our exquisite food at home or on the go.
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Overall rating
Zachary Usinger Smith-Son
Yellowtail Sushi in Downtown Dallas is one of those places that reminds you why going out to eat still matters. Not because it’s flashy or trying to reinvent sushi for TikTok, but because it quietly delivers excellence and lets the food do the flexing. Let’s start with the mussels appetizer, because ignoring it would be a crime. Heavenly is not hyperbole here. The broth alone deserves its own moment of silence—deep, aromatic, layered, and begging to be sopped up until the bowl is embarrassingly clean. The mussels were plump, perfectly cooked, and clearly respected. This dish sets the tone immediately: someone in this kitchen knows exactly what they’re doing. Then came the bluefin toro roll, which is where Yellowtail really separates itself from the pack. The toro was rich, buttery, and indulgent in that way that makes you slow down mid-bite because rushing would be disrespectful. Clean flavors, balanced rice, no gimmicks. Just pristine fish doing what pristine fish does best. The salmon with truffle oil might sound like a risky move on paper—truffle can bully its way into anything—but here it was used with restraint and confidence. The salmon was silky and fresh, and the truffle oil added depth without hijacking the experience. It enhanced rather than shouted, which is harder than it sounds and far more impressive. The vibe at Yellowtail hits a sweet spot too: upscale without being stiff, polished without feeling precious. It’s the kind of place you could bring a client, a date, or just yourself after a long week when you want to eat something that feels intentional. In a city packed with sushi options, Yellowtail earns its spot by being consistent, thoughtful, and genuinely excellent. No theatrics. Just damn good food, done right.
Briana Ziino
This place does not miss, great ambiance, great food, great staff. Multiple occasions the consistency is appreciated. If you listen to anything get the BAKED mussels , and if you love sushi I get the Tokyo but change the sauce to spicy ponzu.
Chris
Food here was pretty decent, but about average given its price point. Nothing really stood out, but it is plated nicely. The server was friendly but the recommendations should be taken with a grain of salt. The truffle salmon was good although light on the truffle, but the rest weren't worth even remembering the name. The restaurant is well-decorated and seems like a pretty decent spot for a quiet date. There's a second floor, but I didnt bother to check or ask. Overall, it's a good spot if you're in the mood for some sushi during a date but certainly not a place you'd seek out if you're not in the area.
Heather Elise
Beautiful presentation. Fresh fish. Good service. Creative specials. Tasty cocktails and draft beer selection at a reasonable price. So excited to come back!
Ethan Friend
All of the staff are extremely friendly and attentive. Our waiter, Matt, was a super chill guy and explained the menu thoroughly. The food was absolutely delicious, exquisite and fresh!! 10/10 would come again 🫡
