Longtime Westerville sushi eatery closes, replaced by Miamar Grill

WESTERVILLE, Ohio (WCMH) -- A longtime Westerville Thai and sushi restaurant that permanently closed in August has already been replaced.

Sapporo Sushi Factory at 732 N. State St. in Westerville announced Aug. 6 on social media that it shuttered for good. Known for its sushi boats, Sapporo didn't provide a reason for the closure, but said in the post that "it's the right time."

"We've made the decision to close our business permanently," Sapporo said. "We're truly grateful for everyone who supported us, whether you stopped by once or were with us from the beginning. Thank you for being part of our story."

It's unclear how long the Westerville sushi spot was open, though previous social media posts show that the restaurant briefly closed in 2015 when it transitioned to new management and expanded its hours to being open seven a days a week.

Now, Miamar Grill is open at the North State location and boasts serving up "delicious dishes, crafted with care."

"Whether it’s a quick bite for lunch or a long dinner, we’ve got the perfect plate for you. Visit us and make your meal unforgettable," Miamar's social media pages state. "Casual dinning, no reservation required."

The grill opened on Aug. 19 with a menu that includes salads, sandwiches, soups, subs, seafood entrees, and dinner options like Cajun chicken, beef skewers and lamb chops. A kids menu, desserts and a selection of appetizers round out the offerings.

Miamar is open 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, noon to 9 p.m. Saturday, closed Sunday and Monday.