Sakura Japanese Steak House, a popular Japanese restaurant chain, has recently opened its doors in Camden County, New Jersey, offering a diverse menu that caters to a wide range of tastes. The restaurant, located at the former 814 South Pub site on the south White Horse Pike near Lafayette Avenue, opened its doors on January 2, 2026. This marks the 14th restaurant in the Sakura chain, with another location in Mays Landing, New Jersey. The interior has been fully remodeled, featuring an open dining area and a central sushi kitchen and prep area, creating a modern and inviting atmosphere. The menu boasts an array of traditional Japanese dishes, including seaweed salad, shumai soup, and miso soup, as well as the signature tataki tuna, sushi, savory teriyaki, and sizzling hibachi dishes. For those who enjoy noodles, there are options like vegetable teppanyaki and shrimp or chicken teppanyaki. Hibachi or teriyaki dishes are served with Japanese fried rice and a side vegetable, offering a choice of chicken, steak, scallops, shrimp, or tofu. The dessert menu features mochi rice cake, ice cream, and bomba cake, providing a sweet ending to any meal. Customers can conveniently order online for takeout or delivery, according to the restaurant's website. The restaurant operates from 11 a.m. to 9:15 p.m. on weekdays and 11 a.m. to 9:45 p.m. on weekends. Sakura's other locations are spread across Maryland, Virginia, and California, further solidifying its presence in the Japanese restaurant scene.
