A couple of my friends mentioned how good this spot is & I had to take my mom for Mother's Day to try for ourselves since she loves sushi. The small lot has crowded parking, but there's street parking and I was very lucky. It's a small mom & pops place, which usually is a great sign for sushi. Because seating is quite limited, reservations for omakase (really good value) at the bar is recommended & definitely get on the Yelp waitlist as soon as you're within 2 miles or you will be in for a wait. The staff here is knowledgeable about the menu so don't be shy about asking for their specials. We waited 15-20 min, but I will say the food is so worth it. Must tries, crispy bites, king crab chawanmushi, black cod handrolls, the bluefin burrata. Everything tasted excellent, which is rare. Even the ice cream made in house was phenomenal & I'd go back just for that. read more

Akami Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Arcadia, California

cozy spot, expect wait on weekends got the sushi deluxe set ($43) and quality was soo good with sides and so filling. really good spot, def want to come back for the omakase read more

Akami Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Arcadia, California

I've passed by Akami Sushi over a thousand times but never wanted to try because of the outdated exterior located within a small plaza that's shared with a sus looking massage parlor. However, I was told they remodeled so I decided to try. Definitely the best decision ever because my favorite Otoro was so fresh and the Wagyu sashimi was just perfect! Prices are reasonable and the service was excellent. It was a 9/10 - highly recommended! read more

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I've come here twice now and am glad to have found this restaurant. The fish quality is great and the price is reasonable. The parking lot is tiny, but there's street parking in the residential area. The restaurant is small with some tables and bar seating. The staff are attentive and and service was pretty quick. I've tried the omakase and I definitely recommend it. There's a $125 and $175 option for omakase, with the difference being the number of pieces. My group wasn't super hungry so we picked the $125 and we were very full at the end. I also got the matcha lychee highball. It's easy to drink and you don't notice the alcohol. I came a second time to order from the menu. The omakase had a small bowl of their mentaiko mazemen that was so good, we came back to order the entree. I also tried the chirashi. All the fish is seasoned so you don't need soy sauce. The rice is also seasoned. The fish was fresh and the portion size is pretty big. Also tried their scallop carpaccio which was very buttery smooth. The matcha creme brulee was a miss for me. It's very strong in matcha flavor (which I like), but the consistency was too soft. I think when they caramelized the sugar, the custard heated up too much so it was more runny than thick. Definitely coming again to explore more of the menu. read more

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Came on a weekday at noon. Right at 12 the every seat in the restaurant was filled, and there's a reason why! I came for the lunch special specifically the sushi & sashimi plate. I'm a big fan of variety and this lunch special really hit the spot! The fish is fresh & there's not too much rice in each bite. The sides are also a big plus too. Overall, having lunch here did not disappoint!! read more

Akami Sushi - Sushi & Sashimi Lunch Special - Sushi Bars Near Me - Arcadia, California

Eventhough the place is not quite spacious, the set-up made it comfortable enough even in a busy Friday evening. I really loved the Kaisen and the wifey adored and drooled over the baked salmon and crab roll. Will definitely come back and try the rest of the omakase and their carpaccios. Staff are very helpful and friendly!!! read more

The fish was reasonably priced and decent. I like the clean interior, and their service ware was beautiful. We came here for lunch to celebrate my bday. The place started filling up closer to 1pm. The cocktails were pretty good, and I love how the glasses that they served our large beer with. I would return if I'm in the hood. read more

Akami Sushi - Deluxe Sashimi Set - Sushi Bars Near Me - Arcadia, California

For 2, we ordered sushi deluxe, mentaiko pasta, mixed tempura, akami don set, and salmom handroll. My favorite would be the sushi deluxe's chutoro. It was soft and melted in my mouth. They let you choose between tuna or negitoro for the sushi roll in the sushi deluxe but negitoro is an additional $3 The mentaiko pasta tasted like the sea. Although im not a fan of uni or roe it was good. Akami don set came with yellow tail sashimi and after you finish the fish, yoh can tell them and they will add soup in it for you to finish off the rice. I wished they gave more seaweed to make a baby handroll for the akami don though. The tempera was light and crispy but it was hard to eat the enoki because it was 1 big piece. I also like soy paper now so i tried the soy paper handroll with salmon. It was good but eel is probably better for soy paper rolls. Service here was really good. They explained why the bar was blocking off the view as akami opened during covid time so they had to block the view from customers and chef. It would be too expensive to change so maybe in the far future they will be able to. Parking is very small but you can either park in the back or on the streets. read more

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Best sushi I have had in a while. The staff was great and very knowledgeable with recommendations. We tried a few things that I can't even remember, but they were all great. Some of our favorites were the king salmon sushi, blue fin tuna sushi, halibut fin sushi and A5 wagyu sushi. Inside has the layout similar to the former Mako Sushi just more modern. read more

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Tucked in a small plaza on Live oak is Akami sushi with a homey comfortable vibe. Sat at the bar twice with my first experience trying the deluxe sashimi. The portions are good. The fish is fresh and thick pieces. So I was really excited to give it another try for other stuff that they have to offer. The overall service is friendly and they can't refill waters or ask you if you need anything else. Went back again for dinner this time and order their special Kaisen Don along with a vegetable tempura. The tempura is decent with good portions. The Kaisen Don however, turn out to be a disappointment for me personally. I hardly ate a fourth of the bowl. The sauce that you see right on the top with an egg yolk inside is the drizzling sauce for the Kaisen Don. The sauce is very overpowering. It even has a little bit of more a sweeter side tone to it that I don't think really compliments the overall seafood inside the Kaisen Don ask the Kai and Don already contains quite a lot of Ikura, which is already salty, and the crab creaminess is completely covered by the sauce so you cannot taste the sweetness of the crab. I would probably opt for a lighter sauce version or even just a regular ponzu sauce to drizzle over it might be enough to highlight the fish taste, and the freshness of the Kaisen Don. For very similar price I would probably recommend getting the sashimi deluxe version instead of the Kaisen Don. You actually get more pieces of thick cut fish instead of in the Kaisen. It's all diced fish pieces so cannot tell if those fishes are the leftovers from sashimi slices. Either fish is still really fresh, but I personally would recommend the sashimi over the Don. The chef at the sushi bar did notice I wasn't really eating my Kai symptoms so they asked what happened and I explained to them that the sauce is really strong and overpowering. It's very hard to finish the bowl. I am definitely not requesting for an entire replacement of the meal but instead I was just given a vanilla ice cream as a apology so slightly disappointing for spending $60 I believe plus tax and tip for something that I didn't even eat a quarter of. I would still give this restaurant another try for some other food or maybe just go back for their Sashimi deluxe or even their Chirashi bowl. Overall, I would give it a 3.5 star with the two experiences that I had dining there. Hope that would change next time I go~ read more

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My friend heard great things about this place so we came here for Tuesday night dinner. I didn't know how the Yelp waitlist worked but they have a little sign out front explaining it. Basically you join the waitlist then check in with the host and that's how you get on. It was deceiving just looking at the Yelp because it always showed a 0 minute wait time. It probably took us an hour to get seated which was crazy. It is a small interior so it was a given we'd wait. Takoyaki (3/5): Standard takoyaki. Not much octopus. Soft shell crab (4/5): This was free because we waited so long. It was good. Nice fry on it. Not oily. Mentaiko mazemen (4/5): This had temomi noodles which are thick and chewy wheat noodles. It was topped with a cod roe sauce, white truffle oil and ikura. It was a good noodle dish. It wasn't too salty and the sauce was creamy. Portion was small. Rainbow roll (5/5): The assorted fish tasted fresh. It was a good sized roll. Sushi set premium (5/5): This set was perfect. It came with a few sides, a bowl of rice, and a good assortment of sashimi. There was yellow tail, salmon, toro, tuna, snapper?, egg, and cooked salmon. The little seaweed salad was good too. Overall, a great dinner spot for sushi. I'll probably come back and join the online waitlist faster. You can't make a reservation for regular seating, only omakase. read more

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The restaurant is in a small plaza in Arcadia. First time here. Few times for others. The restaurant opens at 5 pm. We arrived there 5 minutes before 5 and the line already started. I ordered ice green tea. It's better than others since it made fresh, not from bottle. Also ordered a dish called Rock & Roll and a soft shell crab hand roll. Ate all up. Very good especially the sushi rice. Others ordered Kaisen Futomaki, Blossom Roll,and a dish called Mentaiko Mazemen with Truffle (see picture). It's an interesting dish. It's a noodle marinated with some kind of sauce which tasted deliciously. One of my favorite dish. Servers are attentive and friendly. Price a little high but the quality is good. read more

Akami Sushi - Mentaiko Mazemen with Truffle - Sushi Bars Near Me - Arcadia, California

Found this place recently, and have been back 3 times so far. Not only is the food good, the service is also exceptional! The service is fast paced and the servers tend to you really quickly. The restaurant also gives a very Japanese vibe, with bars and tables options. I would say the most notable nigiri here is their engawa (halibut fin). It's generous and fragrant. Another notable dish is the mentaiko pasta. As someone who does not like mentaiko, I vouch that this is really good! Another thing to add is that they carry different variety of fishes that I have never seen in other restaurants before. One thing I have to mention is that the restaurant is a bit small, and while street parking is an option, parking can still be challenging especially during dinner time. read more

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We celebrated my friend's birthday here and everything was amazing. The modern minimalistic decor was the first thing that caught my eye. The left side of the restaurant had tables and the right side was the sushi bar. It felt cozy, but not crowded. Service was good and the food was exquisite. We ordered the toro uni caviar crispy bite to share and oh my gah, it was pristine. The uni tasted so fresh, straight from the sea. The toro was melt in your mouth and the caviar added the perfect amount of saltiness. We each got the sushi deluxe set and were able to try 11 different types of nigiri, a toro roll, and tamago. All the sushi tasted fresh and the rice was perfectly tempered. We also added the white dragon roll. I don't usually like soy paper wraps but this one was really good. It was seasoned well and umami-rich. I would order it again. The chili mango cocktail was the best! You can barely taste the alcohol. I could drink 5 of those! I will definitely be back with the hubby for date night. read more

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We came to this place for lunch at around 12pm and were lucky to sit right away. We ordered several things Mentaiko mazemen 4/5. I extremely love the sauce, buttery and eggy. However, the noodles are a little hard, not at al dente level to me. I still recommend this dish a lot though Kaisen don 4/5. I don't recommend pouring in the soup as instructed. I liked to eat it dry as it was. The fish was fresh. Lots of unami flavor with the egg yolk added. I wish they gave me more seaweed though. There were only 2 pieces. Premium sushi set 5/5 were so big. All the fishes were fresh. The little citrusy, gingery add on to the top makes the sushi tastes distinctively unique and refreshing, balancing between ocean and land. Overall I wish they give me bigger glasses of water I need more water refills. My friend and I were finishing the water constantly. Service otherwise was good. I would come back. read more

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Truly a hidden gem. It gets a bit busy but this place hasn't hit the feverish long lines yet but it's definitely getting there. Sure, there are plenty of sushi spots in the area but Akami keeps it simple and classy, just as it does with it's decor. The restaurant seats maybe 10 tables at most so it's hard to accommodate large parties, but the intimacy of service is really nice. The fish is always fresh and the platters have very good variety. But the signature dish we come for is the mentaiko pasta! Creamy, umami and rich in mentaiko, must try! The restaurant is tucked in a small plaza with a laundromat and liquor store so parking is limited in the small plaza but there's plenty of street parking as well. read more

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So this was my first time doing Omakase. Wow what an experience. I will start off to say that the service was fantastic. They really take care of you . We ordered some sake and waited for the 6 course chef's choice meal to start coming out. As you can see from the pictures the presentation was fantastic. All the fish had such good flavor and buttery goodness. Such amazing flavors. I for the life of me cannot remember anything that we got in particular but all I know is that it was delicious. I know I did try some stuff that I normally wouldn't have but all tasted fantastic. Service was just top notch , they saw our sake cup was empty they would come over and refill for us. WOW! It's a tiny place and started to fill up after they opened at 11:30am. We had reservations for 11:30am at the bar. Does seem to be a very popular spot definitely would go back and try some other stuff. Had a great time hanging with My close friend . Will be back. Enjoy !!!! read more

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Such a cozy and quiet little place - really comfortable, and the food is great too。 read more

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What a pleasant surprise! I'd say it's a pretty fancy Japanese restaurant. It's pricey, but the experience is worth it once in a while. I especially loved the steamed egg with truffle and crab, it was amazing. Great spot for a special night out or a fun date night treat. read more

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If you're looking for great sushi, look no further. The food here is incredibly underrated, and highly exceeds expectations. I've come here on two separate occasions, (so good that I came back the week after)! Prices are reasonable for the quality of sushi you're receiving. Here is everything I've tried to date: Sushi Premium Set (9/10): 12 pieces of high quality nigiri with a 6 piece negitoro cut roll. Really good and filling! Chirashi (9/10): one of the best quality chirashi bowls you can get. Does not disappoint, filling! Sea bream nigiri (8/10): à la carte, sea bream is delicious Angus Ribeye Steak Combination (6/10): probably the least favorite dish, nonetheless, still decent. Uni Mazemen (8/10): Uni pasta with ikura. Delicious. Chawanmashi with King Crab (10/10): hard to mess up but this one is really good. For drinks: Ube Horchata (8/10): delicious, though on the lower side of alcohol content. Matcha Yuzu Highball (8/10): delicious. Presentation is nice. For dessert: Shiu Koji Ice Cream (11/10): one of the best ice creams I've ever had. Complimented very well with the rice Krisps. Matcha Crème Brûlée (8/10): delicious but didn't make the impression I had with the ice cream. I would honestly say this is a top contender for sushi spots in the SGV. It's different from the typical omakase experience, but the sushi is high quality. I think if you don't want to spend an arm and leg on omakase, this is the next best thing. Service is fantastic. Be warned, it can get quite busy, so I would recommend joining the Yelp waitlist in advance. Parking can be found in the shared lot of the plaza or on the street. I will 100% be back! read more

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A very beautiful dinner in an unlikely spot. My first time and not my last time at Akami sushi, I always drove by it and always thought it was some quick sushi spot. I finally got a chance/opportunity to try it and it blew my mind that there is a delicious sushi place closer to me. The restaurant is vibrant and cozy and the workers were friendly and welcoming. The sushi premium set was delicious and I love the arrangement of fish and side dishes. It was beautiful laid out and tasted better once eaten. The uni has always been my favorite and it tasted creamy and buttery with no salty taste afterward. I can't wait to come back during their lunch hours because of their lunch special! read more

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Omakase options are $125 for 16ish items or $175 for 21+ish items. Went with the higher option. Course 1: - marinated abalone - ankimo - Seaweed - toro with truffle and quail egg - Japanese river crab fried Course 2: - sea bream - skip jack Tuna - blue fin Course 3: - fried sea eel - fried lotus root Course 4: - chawanmushi with ikura, snow crab, & truffle Course 5: - horse mackerel - baby sea bream - king mackerel - barracuda - golden red eye snapper Course 6: - ocean trout - Butterfish - toro - wagyu - Hokkaido uni Course 7: - black cod avocado handroll Course 8: - mentaiko mazemian Course 9: - white fish kamasu soup (the only thing on the menu that needs more love or to be changed. Bland, extremely bony & scaly) 2/5 Course 10: - hojicha cheesecake Add on: shio ice cream Absolutely everything was to die for except for course 9. Have since been back to try a few other dishes and they were divine as well. Whether you go for the Omakase experience or just regular menu, you won't be disappointed. Lines are out the door so be prepared for a wait but I promise it's worth it! read more

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Very unassuming outside but the interior inside is beautiful and has quite a lot of seating! We ordered to-go, so waited a bit outside for our food to be ready. Even though we had only been there for a bit, the people are extremely welcoming and nice -- we plan on doing dine-in next time! Order the CHIRASHI! Fish was very fresh and the portion is pretty good for the price point. I particularly liked the salmon here. The chirashi comes with a couple side dishes and a miso soup. The seaweed in the box itself was not my favorite, but everything else was delicious! Overall very filling, satisfying meal and I undoubtedly will come back to try the other dishes read more

Akami Sushi - Chirashi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Arcadia, California

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Hubby drives pass this place several times in the morning and I found a reel online talking about it so we decided to give it a try. I made reservations to try their one of their two choices of omakase and picked the 21 pieces set ($175/person). They called to ask about any allergies and to see which omakase set we would like, 16 pieces or the 21 pieces. My fat ass went for 21 and that was too much food (if you're a big eater this would be the better choice). We were greeted with a smile and seated quickly at the bar. It's a small little gem of a place with Nobu-ish feel (with brighter lighting and better prices with the similar quality). Service was great and the quality and taste was even better! The mentaiko pasta and the chawanmushi were absolutely flavorful and delicious! Definitely a place to come again as a date night or with family and friends! read more

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Akami sushi is now one of my favorite sushi spots! They are operated by the same owners as Iki Ramen, and they maintain the same high quality and standards, with even more sushi options. I tried the Premium Sashimi Set, and all of the fish that they provided tasted very fresh. I really loved the variety, and for the price, the quality is impressive. The service here is always great. The restaurant is a little small, but even if there is a wait, it is worth it. read more

Akami Sushi - Premium Sashimi Set - Sushi Bars Near Me - Arcadia, California

Akami is amazing. Price is premium but well worth it for the flavors and taste you get here. We came in on a Tuesday night and it was pretty much full. We sat at the bar and the service was fast. Def can see why this place is busy. We are definitely coming here again read more

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Akami is popular for a reason! We came on a weekend for lunch and parking was ample on the side street just one block away, there was already a line forming at the door. The staff was really welcoming and greeted us as soon as it opened and although small inside they were able to get a majority of us a table right away. They had a few things on the menu that really stood out to me including a never before seen Bluefin Burrata appetizer and a barracuda nigiri option which I haven't seen in the states before! Let me start by saying all the fish at this restaurant are incredibly fresh. I did not eat a single dish here I did not enjoy. The bluefin burrata sounds like an interesting combination but it actually works so well! The savory component of the fish with the slight sweetness and subtlety of the cheese along with the slight tart of the balsamic was really delicious and I could've eaten plates of this! The barracuda was also a treat and had a great Smokey taste on it. I think the sushi platters speak for themselves how elegantly and well plated they are, it reflects just how good they taste. Negitoro is one of my favorite type of makis and it was awesome here! There was a great variety of sushi and the special dish was loaded. I think for the sushi sets they are actually very much affordable in terms of sushi in general and how much they give you, but the overall bill was definitely large for 2 given the apps can be on the pricier side as expected. Overall a really wonderful experience for some of the freshest sushi in the area. Thanks Akami! read more

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First time trying this place after it changed ownership. The remodeling is pretty cute -- Scandinavian, retro, mid-century modern, tone-on-tone, very neutral. I do think they ran out of budget on the floor. It would look nicer if they redid it to match the color of the wood; the dark tone feels a little out of place. But that's a minor detail. My friend was blown away by the pasta with ikura -- it was out of this world. It's a little rich for my taste, but I really appreciate how al dente the pasta is. The sriracha has its own twist. The rice is marinated. It's a fusion take -- really interesting. I'd say it's great for people who want a little twist, but if you're coming with an expectation of traditional Japanese, this might not be the right place for you. The dessert was pretty good. We got the matcha crème brûlée, which is a little more liquidy than a normal crème brûlée, and the ice cream, which was very rich. Overall, the flavors lean rich -- definitely something you can pair well with a soda or a cocktail. But the experience is nice. The food presentation is fun. The waitress was really sweet. Each of us got three entrées and a few appetizers, and it averaged around $70 per person with tip. A solid weekend dinner. read more

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Akami Sushi in Arcadia is hands down one of the best value sushi spots in the area. It's the kind of place you end up coming back to over and over because the combination of price, quality, and people is just hard to beat. The fish is always fresh and well cut, and the portions are generous for what you're paying. Nothing feels skimpy or rushed, and you can tell they take pride in putting out consistent plates. Whether you're ordering nigiri, rolls, or a full spread for the table, everything comes out clean, balanced, and satisfying. What really makes this place stand out is the team. Everyone is genuinely friendly and welcoming, and it creates that neighborhood spot feeling where you're happy to sit, relax, and take your time. It never feels transactional. For the price point, the quality you're getting is honestly better than a lot of other places nearby that charge more. It's become our go to when we want solid sushi without overthinking it. If you're in the Arcadia area, this is easily one of the best and most dependable sushi spots around. read more

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Came to the place with family for dinner and we got sat down rite away there wasnt any waiting. We order some tempura, sushi mix plate, miso soup, and some rolls. It was good and the taste of the sushi was fresh and delicious. Service was ok, waiter and waitress asking and talking loud, its like were not deaf. They should lower there tone of voice but I can understand why, because music was loud and you can hear watever across the room talking. Ambience here has a couple of chairs and tables they also have a bar place to sit. Its a really small place and it gets really crowded after 7pm. The price is think its alittle high end. read more

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TLDR: steak was underwhelming. Sushi and sashimi are their strength, but rolls are pricey for the portion size, small parking lot - recommend street parking on busy days My second time at Akami, but since I couldn't eat sushi this visit, I decided to try the rib eye steak entrée. The tofu, bean sprouts, and seaweed sides were good, but the steak itself was disappointing -- it wasn't seared and looked barely cooked, even though the waiter said it was well done. We also shared a combination tempura and crab salmon roll. The tempura was a bit too salty for my taste, and the rolls, while good, were very small (6 pieces) for the $20-25 price tag. Akami is best known for its sushi and sashimi, and I can see why. They seem to shine more in the evening -- during lunch, the fish didn't taste as fresh. Service is friendly and attentive, and prices for sushi combos are reasonable. Overall, I'd skip the steak and rolls, but would come back specifically for their sushi or sashimi next time. read more

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How have I lived here for so long and never tried this sushi restaurant! I'm almost hesitant to post a review because I don't want to give this hidden gem away- but that would be wrong. Arcadia has a few sushi restaurants but this is surely my favorite now. Fish was super fresh and good, I would get the premium set again 100%. Initially I told my husband I wasn't hungry and he could have my leftovers but it was so good I ate it all myself! Ambulance is great, clean, well kept. Small restaurant but I don't mind it. Parking lot in front. Service was good, chefs are kind, respectful, and genuinely grateful that you enjoy their creations. read more

Akami Sushi - Premium dinner - Sushi Bars Near Me - Arcadia, California

I love the atmosphere. The staff is friendly and super attentive. Everytime our tea was half way done, they would come by to add more water. Everything was so beautifully presented. It's something I would expect from Japan but I get it here. The prices are very well priced for the quality that you get. My favorite is the premium sashimi set and the black cod set. The icecream was amazing too like a malted white rabbit candy but less sweet. It's addicting. The only thing is to come early as the parking lot is small so you snag a spot and the Wasabi is from the tub and not real fresh grated ones. The soy sauce is sweet and not just salty like Kikoman The most impressive thing is when they closed I saw the chef bring his own knives to his car. I can tell they do things with care and pride. I haven't tried their omakase but I heard great things about it too. I would definitely recommend and will come back. read more

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We've been hearing so much about Akami that we knew we had to come give it a try. Located in a small strip mall with a small parking lot. Our party of 2 came on a Saturday for dinner around 7:30pm and luckily were seated upon arrival. It is a smaller restaurant with a 10 person bar seating and a handful of tables. We both ordered the Sushi Deluxe Set with Negitoro for $41 each. The set comes with miso soup, 10 piece nigiri, and a 6 piece cut negitoro. The set also came with 3 mini side dishes which included tofu and bean sprouts. My favorite nigiri had to be the scallop and yellowtail. The quality for most of the fish was great, but my fiancé and I both agreed that the salmon tasted very off and fishy. I was disappointed because salmon is usually my favorite fish. The service was friendly and refilled our waters often. The interior is modern and the ambience is perfect for a date night. I loved the instrumental versions of popular songs playing in the background. Overall, a solid spot for sushi, although we both agreed that we prefer other spots in the area. read more

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I returned to Akami Sushi with my son and we had the best experience with the food! I got the sashimi special and he got the sushi special. The fish was fresh and the presentation was flawless. For the quality of the fish, this was a good value. We also got the crispy rice spicy tuna and the fish to rice ratio was perfect. The seasoning was also spot on. The truffle chawanmushi (steam egg) was good but the truffle flavor was a bit strong for me. My son loved it and drank every last bit of the soup at the end of the bowl. Service was fine. The ambiance is clean and modern. We sat at the sushi bar and I felt like we were in Japan! read more

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Been to Akami Sushi a couple of times now & the food never disappoints. The fish/seafood/sushi is always super fresh, which is why I keep coming back. This time I tried their new menu item, the Akami Kaisen Don Set (in their Today Special menu), because it looked just like the seafood bowl I had in Tokyo (Mukai in Shibuya). I've been searching for a place in LA that does something similar & honestly haven't found one until now. It tasted great & was very close to the one I had in Japan! Really hits the spot if you're craving that kind of meal. The sashimi that came with the set was buttery soft & melted in my mouth. My only small wish is that they'd serve the soup separately a bit later so it stays hot for ochazuke. I felt like I had to rush eating the bowl so the soup wouldn't get too cold before pouring it over. Overall, such a solid set meal & I seriously hope they keep this on the menu forever because I'll definitely be coming back just for this. read more

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This is a tiny, intimate spot, but the food is absolutely incredible. If you prioritize top-tier quality and aren't worried about the price tag, I highly recommend checking this place out. It's definitely on the pricier side, but you truly get what you pay for. A few heads-up for first-timers: * The Food: Phenomenal and super fresh. A must-visit for foodies. * The Omakase: It is very difficult to get a spot, so make sure to call well in advance to book your reservation. * Parking: The parking lot is quite small and can be a struggle, so try to arrive a bit early. If you are looking for an elite dining experience and don't mind the splurge, this is the place! read more

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Had a really long lunch break one day and decided to get some fancier lunch with my friend. We went near the start of the lunch rush on a weekday and the restaurant was almost full. Door is wooden and I know it's for a specific aesthetic, but it looks like it's hidden (not a criticism, just an observation). We were seated towards the back wall and service was very attentive and definitely added to the fancy vibe of the place. Lots of people grabbing lunch here from other office workers and what looks like stay at home moms or business people that can side quest endlessly. We got the: 1) Uni Mazemen: -A must after seeing this all over social media and recommended on their Yelp page. -This is Temomi noodle, sea urchin sauce, dashi ikura, and ao nori sea weed. -Slightly chewy noodles that beautifully absorbed the creamy uni sauce. Perfect flavor, none of that bottom of the ocean taste. The ikura were like salty bursts of popping boba to add a refreshing kick to the dish. A must. 2) Sashimi Lunch: -It's assorted fish sashimi based on the chef's choice and comes with miso soup, rice, and a mini side dishes of kobachi. -For our visit we had tako wasa, really fatty delicious tuna, negitoro (tuna with green onions - one of my favs), tamago, cooked salmon, 2 other fishes (sorry forgot), shredded carrots and shiso leaves and there was a cute veggie in the shape of a flower. We also got bean sprout sides, a seaweed and veggie side and cold tofu along with miso soup and rice. -Super fresh fish, melt in your mouth tuna, bold flavors that went great with the garnishes whereas the fish didn't need any of it at all, a testament to the quality of seafood they have here. If you're looking for high end sushi in Arcadia, this is a great place! read more

It's been way too long since I've had real sushi. I usually get my fix from all you can eat joints and had somehow convinced myself that buffet sushi was just as good as sushiya sushi. Dinner at Akami reawakened my love of washoku and helped me realize how long I'd been settling for meh sushi. I ordered the salmon collar and the salmon carpaccio. I have some issues eating most seafood so I usually just stick to salmon to be safe. It was super fresh. No weird fishy aftertaste and no sliminess. They were thick, buttery slices. The collar was delish as well, crisp on the edges and tender inside. I really loved the infused oil on the carpaccio and kept dipping the collar pieces in it. Next time, I'd love to try the tuna dishes too; I trust that the fish would be fresh and high quality. It was a little busy inside on a weekend night, but I was seated with no wait time. It's pretty clean inside but corners are dusty with some crooked nails sticking out of the wall. Service was attentive-ish, I wasn't able to get some water towards the end but my server was very nice. It's a bit of a hole in the wall type of restaurant, but so worth stopping by for a bite. read more

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Another night out dining, this one we hit the jackpot. Called in an hour before they closed, there was a short wait-list, me having not had sushi & nigiri in a while, this hidden gem was God-send. Thank you yelp for recommending this meal . The staff here was super accommodating, they checked our party of 3 in, and we were seated within 15 minutes with a full house. Loved the music here, very laid back, loved the ambiance, very modern, very clean, lighting was perfection and illuminated every dish the chefs brought out. They hit every presentation out the ball park not to mention there wasn't a single dish that we disliked. I'm going to spare the details on what we ordered but I'm going to double down on the staff's recommendation the Aburi Toro & Mentaiko Mazemen....just get it, you'll have no regrets. Pictures tell a thousand tales, have a look at the pictures. Enjoy! read more

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