Blue Sushi Sake Grill is all about good vibes and even better experiences. We bring people together through bold, sustainable ingredients, unforgettable flavors, and a vibrant atmosphere where inspired food, great conversation, and an iconic Happy Hour take center stage. Find us on Court Ave in the heart of downtown Des Moines — a natural fit for a neighborhood that knows how to have a good time. Weekly specials include All Day Happy Hour, Vegan + Sake Tuesdays, and Little Bento Bonanza Mondays. Dine in, order online, or grab a BYO(S)B to-go. Patio seating, private dining, and catering available.
Explore offerings from Blue Sushi Sake Grill on 316 Court Ave in Des Moines, with popular daily specials, happy hour, starters, and shared plates available at this location.
Menu
293 items
DAILY SPECIALS
SPECIAL PRICING AVAILABLE FOR ONE DAY ONLY
LITTLE BENTO BOX- CHICKEN TENDERS SPECIAL
$6.00
all-natural chicken tenders with edamame, choice of starch, and fruit.
LITTLE BENTO BOX- SHRIMP TEMPURA SPECIAL
$6.00
shrimp tempura (3 pcs) with edamame, choice of starch, and fruit.
LITTLE BENTO BOX- CRISPY SWEET SOY TOFU SPECIAL
$6.00
crispy sweet soy tofu with edamame, choice of starch, and fruit.
LITTLE BENTO BOX- CALI ROLL SPECIAL
$6.00
crab mix, avocado, cucumber, soy paper (10 pcs) with edamame, choice of starch, and fruit.
LITTLE BENTO BOX- CRUNCHY KIDO SPECIAL
$6.00
spicy crab mix, panko, eel sauce (10 pcs) with edamame, choice of starch, and fruit.
LITTLE BENTO BOX- *SAKE SPECIAL
$6.00
*salmon (5 pcs) with edamame, choice of starch, and fruit.
LITTLE BENTO BOX- AVOCADO SPECIAL
$6.00
avocado (10 pcs) with edamame, choice of starch, and fruit.
LITTLE BENTO BOX - COWGIRL
$6.00
cowgirl maki with edamame, choice of starch and fruit.
LITTLE BENTO BOX - JUST SHRIMP TEMPURA MAKI
$6.00
just shirimp tempura maki with edamame, choice of starch and fruit.
LITTLE BENTO BOX - TEKKA
$6.00
tekka maki with edamame, choice of starch and fruit.
HAPPY HOUR
HH EDAMAME SALTED (VG)
$4.75
maldon sea salt
HH EDAMAME SPICY (VG)
$4.75
garlic, tamari and togarashi
HH EDAMAME CHARRED- SALTED (VG)
$4.75
charred with maldon sea salt
HH EDAMAME CHARRED- SPICY (VG)
$4.75
charred with garlic, tamari and togarashi
HH MISO SOUP
$4.00
classic japanese broth style soup with shiitake mushroom, tofu, wakame and scallion
HH KOMBU MISO SOUP (VG)
$4.00
vegan kombu broth, served with shiitake mushroom, tofu, wakame and scallion
HH HOUSE SMALL (VG)
$4.25
mixed greens, cucumber, cherry tomato and crispy wonton strips with choice of dressing
HH CUCUMBER SUNOMONO (VG)
$3.50
marinated and seasoned cucumber with sesame seeds
HH MANGO CRAB RANGOON
$6.75
crispy wonton wrappers stuffed with crab mix, mango, cream cheese and scallion, served with mango and fresno pepper sauces
the seafood in this product carries an eco-certification
HH SHISHITO PEPPERS
$7.75
sautéed japanese peppers with citrus, tamari and togarashi
HH CRISPY BRUSSELS SPROUTS (VG)
$7.75
tossed in a creamy lemon miso sauce and toasted cashews
HH *CEVICHE
$9.50
tilapia, white shrimp, lime juice, cucumber, cherry tomato, avocado, cilantro, sweet onion, jalapeño salsa, wonton crisps, togarashi and chili oil
the seafood in this product carries an eco-certification
HH CALAMARI
$12.75
sesame crusted squid, tempura vegetable, miso aioli
the seafood in this product carries an eco-certification
HH LETTUCE WRAPS
$15.25
sautéed all-natural chicken breast with garlic, ginger, cashews and peanut sauce, served with butter lettuce cups, cucumber sunomono, sesame noodles, carrots, crispy rice noodles and sweet chili sauce
tofu available (VG)
(VG) tofu available
HH BLUE KANI
$6.00
tempura fried tofu pockets stuffed with spicy crab mix, served with eel sauce (4 pcs)
the seafood in this product carries an eco-certification
HH ITCHY SALMON
$6.75
baked atlantic salmon on top of spicy crab mix, topped with serrano, cilantro and ponzu sauce (2 pcs)
the seafood in this product carries an eco-certification
HH *CHERRY BOMB
$8.50
bigeye tuna on top of rice tempura, topped with serrano, sriracha, togarashi and ponzu sauce (2 pcs)
HH CRUNCHY BLUE
$6.75
spicy crab mix, cilantro, crispy panko, eel sauce (8 pcs)
shrimp tempura, crab and tampico mix, avocado, serrano, beet tempura crisps, eel sauce (8pcs)
HH *TRUFFLE SALMON
$10.25
thinly sliced atlantic salmon, drizzled with hot sesame oil, topped with ikura, truffle ponzu sauce and wasabi sprouts (5 pcs)
the seafood in this product carries an eco-certification
HH *YELLOWTAIL SERRANO
$11.50
dutch yellowtail topped with cilantro, serrano and ponzu sauce (5 pcs)
mixed greens, cucumber, cherry tomato and crispy wonton strips with choice of dressing
HOUSE LARGE (VG)
$9.50
mixed greens, cucumber, cherry tomato and crispy wonton strips with choice of dressing
SEAWEED (VG)
$10.75
mix of seaweed, cucumber sunomono, scallion, tossed in sesame dressing
CUCUMBER SUNOMONO (VG)
$5.75
marinated and seasoned cucumber with sesame seeds
SHARED PLATES
MANGO CRAB RANGOON
$9.75
crispy wonton wrappers stuffed with crab mix, mango, cream cheese and scallion, served with mango and fresno pepper sauces
the seafood in this product carries an eco-certification
SHISHITO PEPPERS
$9.75
sautéed japanese peppers with citrus, tamari and togarashi
CRISPY BRUSSELS SPROUTS (VG)
$10.50
tossed in a creamy lemon miso sauce and toasted cashews
CALAMARI
$16.00
sesame crusted squid, tempura vegetable, miso aioli
the seafood in this product carries an eco-certification
*CEVICHE
$15.00
tilapia, white shrimp, lime juice, cucumber, cherry tomato, avocado, cilantro, sweet onion, jalapeño salsa, wonton crisps, togarashi and chili oil
the seafood in this product carries an eco-certification
*CRISPY RICE CAKE
$13.75
topped with spicy bigeye tuna, scallion and tataki sauce
napa cabbage, romaine lettuce, radicchio, scallion, crispy wonton strips, shredded all-natural chicken breast and sesame seeds, tossed in sesame honey dressing
LETTUCE WRAPS
$17.50
sautéed all-natural chicken breast with garlic, ginger, cashews and peanut sauce, served with butter lettuce cups, cucumber sunomono, sesame noodles, carrots, crispy rice noodles and sweet chili sauce
tofu available (VG)
(VG) tofu available
*TUNA TOWER
$19.75
sesame and ponzu-marinated bigeye tuna, spicy crab mix, avocado and sushi rice, topped with black tobiko and wasabi sprouts, served with honey wasabi, mango and eel sauces
TOFU LETTUCE WRAPS (VG)
$15.25
sautéed tofu with garlic, ginger, cashews and peanut sauce, served with butter lettuce cups, cucumber sunomono, sesame noodles, carrots, crispy rice noodles and sweet chili sauce (vegan)
SPICY KALUNA RICE CAKE
$12.00
[vegan] topped with avocado, spicy plant based tuna, scallion, and ponzu sauce (4 PCS)
SPECIALTY NIGIRI & SASHIMI
BLUE KANI
$9.25
tempura fried tofu pockets stuffed with spicy crab mix, served with eel sauce (4 pcs)
the seafood in this product carries an eco-certification
*CHERRY BOMB
$10.00
bigeye tuna on top of rice tempura, topped with serrano, sriracha, togarashi and ponzu sauce (2 pcs)
ITCHY SALMON
$9.50
baked atlantic salmon on top of spicy crab mix, topped with serrano, cilantro and ponzu sauce (2 pcs)
the seafood in this product carries an eco-certification
ITCHY SEABASS
$10.50
baked seabass on top of spicy crab mix, topped with serrano, cilantro and ponzu sauce (2 pcs)
the seafood in this product carries an eco-certification
*TRUFFLE SALMON
$16.00
thinly sliced atlantic salmon, drizzled with hot sesame oil, topped with ikura, truffle ponzu sauce and wasabi sprouts (5 pcs)
the seafood in this product carries an eco-certification
*TUNA TATAKI
$16.00
Pepper seared big eye tuna topped with daikon Momiji, garlic chips, scallion and tataki sauce (5 pcs)*
*YELLOWTAIL SERRANO
$16.50
dutch yellowtail topped with cilantro, serrano and ponzu sauce (5 pcs)
VEGAN TUNA SUPREME
$13.50
plant-based tuna topped with orange supreme, cilantro, serrano, marcona almond and ponzu sauce
red pepper, vegan cream cheese, avocado, cucumber (8 pcs)
VEGAN TUNA TOWER
$17.00
sesame and ponzu-marinated plant based tuna, avocado and sushi rice, topped with black tobiko and wasabi sprouts, served with mango and sweet soy sauce
thinly sliced fresh fish, seafood or vegetable; served over a small bite of sushi rice
*KUNSEI SAKE NIGIRI
$9.75
verlasso smoked atlantic salmon
chile, marine net pen
the seafood in this product carries an eco-certification
*SAKE NIGIRI
$9.75
atlantic salmon
british columbia, faroe islands, norway;
marine net pen
the seafood in this product carries an eco-certification
*SAKE TORO NIGIRI
$9.75
atlantic salmon belly
british columbia, faroe islands, norway;
marine net pen
the seafood in this product carries an eco-certification
*ABURI SAKE TORO NIGIRI
$9.75
seared atlantic salmon belly
british columbia, faroe islands, norway;
marine net pen
the seafood in this product carries an eco-certification
*TOMBO AHI NIGIRI
$8.75
seared albacore
canada & alaska, pole caught
the seafood in this product carries an eco-certification
*MAGURO NIGIRI
$10.75
bigeye tuna
hawaii, deep set longline
*DUTCH YELLOWTAIL NIGIRI
$10.75
hiramasa
netherlands, recirculating aquaculture system
the seafood in this product carries an eco-certification
*WHITE TUNA NIGIRI
$8.25
escolar
hawaii, deep set longline
*MADAI NIGIRI
$10.00
red sea bream
japan, marine net pen
*AMA EBI NIGIRI
$8.50
spot prawn with fried head
canada, north pacific ocean,
pots & traps
EBI NIGIRI
$8.00
cooked white shrimp
usa, gulf of mexico, bottom trawls
*HOTATE NIGIRI
$8.50
hokkiado scallop
japan, off bottom culture
*IKURA NIGIRI
$9.50
chum salmon roe
alaska, purse seines
the seafood in this product carries an eco-certification
*MASAGO NIGIRI
$7.00
smelt roe
iceland, purse seines
TAKO NIGIRI
$8.50
spanish octopus
spain, pots
TAMAGO NIGIRI
$5.50
egg custard
*TOBIKO NIGIRI
$8.00
black flying fish roe
china, brasil, indonesia; traps
UNAGI NIGIRI
$11.75
bbq american eel
maine, fyke nets
AVOCADO NIGIRI (VG)
$4.50
INARI NIGIRI (VG)
$7.00
fried tofu (nigiri only)
UNAMI NIGIRI (VG)
$7.50
bbq eggplant eel, sweet soy sauce (nigiri only)
TOBIKO CAVIART NIGIRI (VG)
$8.00
seaweed carivar (nigiri only)
SASHIMI (4 pcs)
sliced, fresh fish or seafood
*KUNSEI SAKE SASHIMI
$16.75
verlasso smoked atlantic salmon
chile, marine net pen
the seafood in this product carries an eco-certification
*SAKE SASHIMI
$16.75
atlantic salmon
british columbia, faroe islands, norway;
marine net pen
the seafood in this product carries an eco-certification
*SAKE TORO SASHIMI
$16.75
atlantic salmon belly
british columbia, faroe islands, norway;
marine net pen
the seafood in this product carries an eco-certification
*ABURI SAKE TORO SASHIMI
$16.75
seared atlantic salmon belly
british columbia, faroe islands, norway;
marine net pen
the seafood in this product carries an eco-certification
*TOMBO AHI SASHIMI
$15.25
seared albacore
canada & alaska, pole caught
the seafood in this product carries an eco-certification
*MAGURO SASHIMI
$17.75
bigeye tuna
hawaii, deep set longline
*DUTCH YELLOWTAIL SASHIMI
$17.75
hiramasa
netherlands, recirculating aquaculture system
the seafood in this product carries an eco-certification
*BLACK TUNA SASHIMI
$17.00
squid ink and soy cured escolar (sashimi only)
hawaii, deep set longline
*ESCOLAR SASHIMI
$14.75
escolar
hawaii, deep set longline
*MADAI SASHIMI
$17.00
red sea bream
japan, marine net pen
*AMA EBI SASHIMI
$15.00
spot prawn with fried head
canada, north pacific ocean, pots & traps
EBI SASHIMI
$14.50
cooked white shrimp
usa, gulf of mexico, bottom trawls
*HOTATE SASHIMI
$15.00
hokkiado scallop
japan. off bottom culture
TAKO SASHIMI
$15.00
spanish octopus
spain, pots
TAMAGO SASHIMI
$11.00
egg custard
UNAGI SASHIMI
$19.00
bbq american eel
maine, fyke nets
GLUTEN FREE
*NEGI YELLOWTAIL HAND ROLL (GF)
$9.50
yellowtail, garlic chip, scallion (2 PCS)
*SAKE HAND ROLL (GF)
$7.50
salmon (2 PCS)
EDAMAME - SALTED (VG) (GF)
$7.00
classic with maldon sea salt
CHARRED EDAMAME - SALTED (VG) (GF)
$8.00
charred with maldon sea salt
EDAMAME - SPICY (VG) (GF)
$7.00
spicy with garlic, tamari and togarashi
CHARRED EDAMAME - SPICY (VG) (GF)
$8.00
charred with garlic, tamari and togarashi
HOUSE SALAD - SMALL (VG) (GF)
$5.50
mixed greens, cucumbers, cherry tomato with carrot ginger vinaigrette
HOUES SALAD - LARGE (VG) (GF)
$9.50
mixed greens, cucumbers, cherry tomato with carrot ginger vinaigrette
CUCUMBER SUNOMONO (VG) (GF)
$5.50
marinated and seasoned cucumber with sesame seeds
SHISHITO PEPPERS (GF)
$9.75
sautéed japanese peppers with citrus, tamari and togarashi
*TRUFFLE SALMON (GF)
$16.00
atlantic salmon, drizzled with hot sesame oil, topped with ikura, truffle ponzu sauce and wasabi sprouts (5 pcs)
the seafood in this product carries an eco-certification
*YELLOWTAIL SERRANO (GF)
$16.50
dutch yellowtail topped with cilantro, serrano and ponzu sauce (5 pcs)
7 Rolls - cabo roll*, cali roll, crunchy blue, crunchy l.a., sake*, spicy tekka*, rainbow roll* Please allow an additional 30 minutes from the pick-up time to prepare these platters.
*item contains raw seafood, shellfish, beef or egg. consuming raw or undercooked meat and seafood
may increase your risk of foodborne illness. bones can happen in dishes with fishes
Classic Maki Tray [Large]
$105.00
10 Rolls - cabo roll* (2), cali roll (2), crunchy blue (2), crunchy l.a., sake*, spicy tekka*, rainbow roll* Please allow an additional 30 minutes from the pick-up time to prepare these platters.
*item contains raw seafood, shellfish, beef or egg. consuming raw or undercooked meat and seafood
may increase your risk of foodborne illness. bones can happen in dishes with fishes
Specialty Maki Tray [Small]
$105.00
7 Rolls - the beach*, philadelphia*, tidal wave, hot popper*, south pacific, flamingo lingo*, spanish fly* Please allow an additional 30 minutes from the pick-up time to prepare these platters.
*item contains raw seafood, shellfish, beef or egg. consuming raw or undercooked meat and seafood
may increase your risk of foodborne illness. bones can happen in dishes with fishes
Specialty Maki Tray [Large]
$155.00
10 Rolls - the beach*(2), philadelphia*(2), tidal wave, hot popper*(2), south pacific, flamingo lingo*, spanish fly* Please allow an additional 30 minutes from the pick-up time to prepare these platters.
*item contains raw seafood, shellfish, beef or egg. consuming raw or undercooked meat and seafood
may increase your risk of foodborne illness. bones can happen in dishes with fishes
Vegan Maki Tray [Small]
$80.00
7 Rolls - avo kaluna, cowgirl, eden, v.l.t., vegan south pacific, green goddess, unami maki Please allow an additional 30 minutes from the pick-up time to prepare these platters.
Vegan Maki Tray [large]
$115.00
10 Rolls - avo kaluna, cowgirl (2), eden (2), v.l.t., vegan south pacific, green goddess (2), unami maki Please allow an additional 30 minutes from the pick-up time to prepare these platters.
Reviews
4.4
1,048 reviews
5 stars
750
4 stars
147
3 stars
50
2 stars
51
1 star
50
AJ
Andrew Jacobson
Aug 11, 2026
5.0
Really good happy hour and awesome service. High-quality sashimi, especially for the middle of the country. Was really well taken care of by Yuridia. Light and healthy, but I’m sure you could get plenty of more savory and comfort type dishes as well.
DM
Dyena Mugen
Aug 3, 2026
4.0
This would be a great place to dine with friends, co workers and family. The decor is nicely put together. The service was exceptional however the food didn’t hit the mark for me unfortunately.
AO
Astrid O.
Jul 29, 2026
1.0
Are you guys marinating salmon in liquid smoke and calling it smoked salmon? Holy shit. I do NOT recommend this place
MM
Manuel
Jul 26, 2026
3.0
The food and service was GREAT as always. But I noticed that housekeeping could be way better. This is my first time sitting at the booths by the Japanese paper lamps and boy are those dirty and caked up with dust, looks like they haven’t been dusted in months if not years.
BB
Bre
Jul 19, 2026
5.0
Blakely at the bar was so kind and made great drinks. The food was amazing. I came on a Sunday night and they have all day happy hour. The crispy rice was a must and the passion fruit mochi literally melts in your mouth. Will be back.
Frequently Asked Questions About Blue Sushi Sake Grill
Does Blue Sushi Sake Grill accept reservations?
Yes, Blue Sushi Sake Grill accepts reservations but they are not required.
What are the regular operating hours of Blue Sushi Sake Grill?
The restaurant is open Monday to Thursday from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM, Friday and Saturday from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM, and Sunday from 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM.
When is Happy Hour available at Blue Sushi Sake Grill?
Happy Hour runs Monday through Saturday from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM, and on Sunday from 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM.
Does Blue Sushi Sake Grill offer takeout and delivery services?
Yes, Blue Sushi Sake Grill has both takeout and delivery options available for customers.
Is Blue Sushi Sake Grill wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the restaurant has a wheelchair accessible entrance, parking, seating, and restrooms.
Does Blue Sushi Sake Grill serve vegetarian and vegan options?
Yes, the restaurant serves both vegetarian and vegan dishes.
Are there any nearby places to visit before or after dining at Blue Sushi Sake Grill?
Yes, you can explore the vibrant Court Avenue Entertainment District, enjoy a drink at Johnny's Hall of Fame pub, or shop at the Des Moines Downtown Farmers Market, all located nearby.
How can the Court Avenue Lofts Apartments benefit customers visiting Blue Sushi Sake Grill?
For visitors staying at the Court Avenue Lofts Apartments, Blue Sushi Sake Grill offers convenient dining options just steps away, perfect for relaxed meals without the need to travel far.
Is there nearby public transit or accommodations to help visitors access Blue Sushi Sake Grill?
Yes, the Court Ave District offers transportation options and accommodations, making it easy for visitors to reach Blue Sushi Sake Grill and enjoy a full entertainment experience.
Where can I find the menu and place an order for Blue Sushi Sake Grill?
You can view the menu at https://www.bluesushisakegrill.com/locations/court-avenue and place orders online at http://order.bluesushisakegrill.com.
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