[2] In her book Food Lover's Guide to Portland, Liz Crain said Saburo's serves "big-ass" sushi.

[3] Portland Monthly says, "Rolls the size of Hondas will have you coming back to this popular Sellwood sushi joint.

"[4] In her Insiders' Guide to Portland, Oregon, Rachel Dresbeck wrote: Serving good sushi in Portland, Saburo's popularity is evident by the crowds who gather outside in the evening, awaiting beautiful slices of velvety, firm fish and magnificent, fresh rolls.

[6] Michael Russell ranked Saburo's number 9 in The Oregonian's 2018 list of Portland's top ten sushi restaurants, writing: "The raw fish might not be quite at the level as some of the restaurants later on this list, but the Japanese lagers are cold, the nigiri are as big as your fist and the vibe is great at this popular Sellwood sushi spot.

"[7] Alex Frane included Saburo's in Eater Portland's 2019 overview of "Where to Imbibe and Dine in Sellwood and Westmoreland".