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    Akebono

    3.9 (1.3k reviews)
    ModerateJapanese, Sushi Bars
    Open 11:30 am - 2:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    AKEBONO ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed

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    Jace C.

    Akebono is one of those spots I keep in rotation because the portions actually match the price. I've had their sushi rolls, ramen, and curry, and out of everything on the menu, I keep coming back for the sushi rolls and the curry. It's just good value for what you're paying. The restaurant is clean and has ample room, which makes it a great option when you're going with a group. We usually have no problem getting seated together, but I'd still recommend calling ahead during peak hours just to be safe. Parking usually isn't an issue either, at least at night. Overall, it's a dependable spot when you want a comforting meal, solid portions, and prices that still feel reasonable.

    Creamy albacore
    Reener B.

    They couldn't have chosen a better name for the Dream Come True roll, because it truly is such a dream come true to taste this delicious roll. It has all the cuts of fish, which makes it so worth it. Feels like getting sashimi inside the roll!! Every bite felt like a dream and couldn't stop talking about it after getting home! Also, I enjoyed the other dish we got such as the creamy albacore for appetizers and the soba tempura noodles. The tempura was perfectly fried! Overall, Akebono remains at the top of the list for best sushi spots in the Sacramento area!

    Black garlic ramen
    KC C.

    Ive been coming here forever and i have had recent check in but this last time i wanted to update my review. I love all sushi rolls here but my go to is the dream come true roll. It's one of those rolls that's twice the size of a regular roll for $22.95. I feel like the sushi wasn't as fresh as it once was and the roll which I thought was gigantic shrank in size. While there we also ordered the steak lunch box and the steak was not hot and small portions. The service is so and so and feel like the place has changed, for me anyhow.

    Katsu chicken
    Tamara P.

    Celebrated a birthday here! It has been a long standing tradition for them but was new to me. I was excited to see what all the excitement was about. We had a triple roll (devoured before picture)! We also had the katsu chicken and shrimp and veggie tempura. The servings were generous and the everything was delicious! We had leftovers and were able to enjoy some tempura and chicken for lunch rhetorical next day. They have seating around the sushi bar, in the front and a buffer room in the back. The staff were attentive and the service was quick.

    Lili M.

    A very popular sushi restaurant! Came here with my cousin for dinner to try and branch out from our usual spots. The sushi was tasty and they have tons of options. It was very busy the day we went but they have a lot of seating to accommodate. The staff were nice and the restaurant definitely has a high busy kind of energy to it from the decor to how many people were there. Have only been here the one time, so I want to come back to try some other options. The roll I got (sorry can't remember the name) had fresh sliced lemon on top which I love. We did get one roll that had cream cheese in it and it honestly was too much cream cheese that we poked it out. Would come back!

    Udon
    Julia T.

    Came here for udon. Will come back for the sushi. Ordered the udon, bento box, and a spicy tuna roll. Udon was ..... very underwhelming. The chicken is straight up boiled breast. Tough. Dry. Flavorless. Broth was lacking in flavor. Noodles were good but can you really mess up noodles? Safe to say I will NOT order this again. Bento box was good. Nothing crazy. Wish the meat portions were a bit bigger but then again it is a bento box. Chicken katsu was juicy unlike the chicken in the udon. Spicy tuna roll was DELICIOUS. Fresh fish everything wow. Will definitely be back to try the sushi. Bill was about 65$ so average dinner price. Service was quick but nothing outstanding as they were very busy. Lots of extra seating the back. I'll be back to try more of the rolls but will be avoiding the udon.

    Never can go wrong with a rainbow roll.
    Melissa Y.

    Sushi craving? Ramen craving? Or how about a bento box? Come here for your Japanese fix. They have an abundance of options and none disappoint.

    Katsu curry
    Pammy C.

    Our go-to for Japanese food! Love their sushi, particularly their awesome rolls. The kids are fans of their katsu curry and katsu don. Service was ok on a Saturday night. It definitely wasn't busy at all; however, for some reason the sushi rolls took forever. Practically arrived when the kids were almost done with their dinner. The restaurant is always clean and pretty spacious. The service is usually good. Maybe it was an off night for them?

    Tonkatsu Ramen
    Lily N.

    I'm not overly impressed, but the food is okay. I think the sushi might be better than the ramen. You can tell how "precious" their broth is when they overfill your bowl with soup. Based on the high ratings I was expecting more, but the few times I've been here it's been average. Nice sized parking lot for Freeport area. Inside is big enough to accommodate large groups.

    Sherril S.

    This restaurant is our family favorite and have dined here for many special occasion. Service is always great, staff are always pleasant. My Go To: Dream Come True - this doubles the usual sushi roll and my favorite roll! It has everything which maybe a turn off for some but not for me. You can't go wrong with any of their dishes. Portion is above average! Photos were from our latest visit: 4/12/25

    Akebono roll
    Mikayla M.

    I got the akebono roll and tried my friends nigiri and shoyu ramen. The move here is definitely fresh fish, I wouldn't suggest the akebono roll because it was kinda dry, but I suggest the chef's choice nigiri. I also wouldn't recommend the shoyu ramen. This place is definitely expensive, so I would advise to get sashimi or nigiri here because it is very fresh and generous portions. Service was fast and friendly. It is spacious inside and clean.

    Nihonga (beautiful Japanese paintings.:)
    Yuki K.

    The tempura here is amazing! They offer a great value lunch. We had a combination of tempura and sashimi or sushi, served with miso soup for just $21. I really like their interior design. While waiting for our order, we could enjoy the beautiful Japanese paintings (Nihonga) on the wall!

    Beef teriyaki, small portions
    Princess V.

    Craving sushi while in sac and went to this place with my family. Walking in, it seems like a very normal sushi restaurant, but when you walk towards the back there is more seating. I imagine this place would be great for big groups. Service was good. Food came out fast. We came during lunch time on a Saturday and the lunch menu is over by 2:30pm. We ordered chicken katsu with curry, beef teriyaki, chicken teriyaki, the honeymoon roll, and the dream come true roll. Chicken katsu was great, nice and crispy and curry was tasty, good flavors and not overpowering. Chicken teriyaki was also good, while the beef teriyaki was tasty but a small portion. The tempura was thick and crispy. I would have preferred it to be thin. The sushi rolls were delicious and ginormous. It reminded me of sushi burritos. Would like to come back next time and try the ramen.

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    Ask the Community - Akebono

    Do they still do the sushi boats?

    Yes, we do still sushi boat

    Did they recently switch new owners or managers?

    Yes they did. I wrote a review about it, the food clearly lost quality.

    Could someone post a menu picture? The online site lists names of rolls, but no details.

    I posted several shots of the menu for you.

    Are they doing to go only now with the COVID-19 situation?

    Yes

    Is the owner Japanese?

    It was, since it changed I'm not sure anymore.

    Is there takeout or is it dine-in only?

    Yes, there is takeout here.

    Do you have keto friendly selections in your menu?

    Seriously? It's Japanese food.

    All you can eat?

    No. It isn't a buffet or all you can eat.

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    4.5
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    Life changing experience. Incredibly cheaper than sushi but more filling and just as good (if not…read morebetter). Workers are super kind too and give student discounts. Chill ambience with lots of seating.

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    Kado Asian Fusion

    Kado Asian Fusion

    4.8
    (60 reviews)
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    The inside walk up counter before any of the patrons came in
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    Karai Sushi Spicy Noodle Teriyaki

    4.8
    (167 reviews)
    3.0 mi
    $$

    Saturday, 7/11/2026 - We tried Karai Sushi Spicy Noodle Teriyaki restaurant for lunch today. First…read moretime here. Address is 5691 Stockton Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95824. This is a cute lithe restaurant. Simple. Upon arrival.... Pros 1) we got parking right away. 2) restaurant looked clean. Our table, chairs, plates, cups looked clean. We were the only one there at first. 3) waitress was very nice and smiling. I love warm welcomes. She seated us right away, gave us menus and brought water for us pretty quick. 4) water tasted good. No funky taste. 5) Mixed tempura, Miso soup, New York Steak teriyaki, Zig zag roll were all very good. 6) our waitress checked in on us and ensure we had water refill. I appreciate that. We all did. It was hot today. 7) bathroom was clean. 8) wall decors are cute. 9) there's music, but low enough that we could talk and hear each other, but loud enough that we can hear the music. Cons 1) none Conclusion We liked this little restaurant. We gotta try the soups next time we go there. We only encounter our waitress and she was very nice. Didn't get to talk to the sushi chef. Foods good, water good, restaurant clean, bathroom clean, plenty of parking. Menu have dessert, but we didn't get any. Was pretty full. Go try this place if you're in this area.

    Karai Sushi has become my favorite restaurant to order from lately. However, last weekend there was…read morean issue with my order so I reached out to discuss the matter. I was referred to the owner Vinh who handled the situation with such care and understanding. He was extremely apologetic and offered to take care of the bill along with another generous offer. I was blown away by his generosity and consideration in wanting to make things right. I've always appreciated the fresh sushi, reasonable prices, & hospitality, but getting to interact with the owner and having that great of an experience really sealed the deal. Thank you again for excellent service. Please do yourself a favor and check out this wonderful restaurant. They will not disappoint! I typically order takeout but their dining room is very nice, clean and inviting. I would love to dine in next time.

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    Genki Kitchen

    4.8
    (215 reviews)
    4.3 mi
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    Wheelchair accessible

    The food was absolutely delicious! The ambiance was charming and inviting, and the service was…read moreexceptional. Everything about our experience was wonderful. This place is definitely a must-try--I can't wait to come back!

    My husband and I had such an amazing experience here! From the moment we walked in, we felt…read moregenuinely welcomed and very well treated. As young Mexicans, it can honestly be hard to find places where we feel comfortable and don't feel like we're being rushed out, so the way the owner treated us really stood out. He was incredibly kind, attentive, and made us feel right at home. I seriously can't emphasize enough how welcoming he was to both of us. The food was just as amazing. Everything tasted extremely fresh, the portions were GREAT, and nothing was greasy. Nothing tasted high in sodium which is what I really try to stay away from. I have an extremely sensitive stomach, so I'm always a little nervous trying new places, but the food didn't bother my stomach at all. It's also hard to find a brunch spot where the prices actually feel worth it, but this is definitely one of them. I got the Country Fried Katsu for $24.99, and it was 100% worth the price for the amount of food you get, the quality, and the service. My husband and I will absolutely be coming back and recommending this place to our friends and family. This is definitely going to be our new brunch spot. Between the food, portions, and especially how welcomed the owner made us feel, this restaurant deserves ALL the stars!

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    Country Fried Katsu and sunny side up eggs
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    The Izakaya

    3.5
    (582 reviews)
    0.5 mi
    $$

    Yes, Izakaya just keeps getting better. After the remodel, it seemed like the kids were in charge…read more They updated the menu added so many new creations such as the diamond roll which my husband actually had requested it be made for him for the last 10 years and I was requested that it be named after him. The daddy roll is really something to behold with the lobster tail shell included in its beautiful presentation. The boomerang is also a super tasty roll that is a very rich crab bomb of flavor appetizer to be shared. Pro tip: if you want to sit in a booth, you might want to bring your own cushion. The wood seats is very hard and while they said they had cushions on order, it's been well over a year and there's still no cushions.

    I've always wanted to try Izakaya, and finally I did! Cute…read morelittle restaurant with plenty of tables and booths. We all ordered the lunch bento box. I chose the chicken teriyaki and mixed tempura for my two choices, and it was accompanied with rice, salad, two pieces of California roll and miso soup. The miso soup was quite bland, with about 3 little cubes of tofu, and tasted watered down because it didn't really have any flavor. The chicken was very good, with teriyaki sauce with the perfect flavor and thickness. The salad was very good too, because of the salad dressing. I couldn't really judge the California roll because it was so thin that it broke apart. I couldn't wait for the tempura, one of my favorites, but the batter was pretty thick and kinda greasy, so it was just okay. I'm glad I finally got to try it, and will be back. But I'd probably skip the tempura next time. It was a bit heavy for me. There was plenty of parking available, which was great, because we were there during the peak of lunchtime.

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    Fuji Sacramento

    Fuji Sacramento

    4.3
    (253 reviews)
    2.3 mi

    We continue to visit Fuji as one of our favorite date spots and a fun place to bring friends. They…read moreoffer a great happy hour and no matter what time we've visited the experience has been consistent, friendly, and the food has been delicious. There is a designated parking lot across the street, so it's easy to grab a spot and walk over. Just be careful because the parking spots in the lot aren't well marked and it's easiest to just park neatly next to other cars. We like to sit at the bar if there's just two of us, and will grab a table when we have friends. If you want to make sure you have a table, you can make a reservation ahead of time, but we usually don't need to wait too long. Our favorites are the brussel sprouts, karaage chicken, and their nigiri. We also really enjoy the sukiyaki, it's really flavorful and perfect for cooler or rainy weather. We still need to come by for brunch, but we've heard good things. The team here is always friendly, and we've been in enough that some of them recognize us now.

    I will preface this by saying I should come back and judge based off their main menu offerings,…read morehowever they offer a separate brunch menu and that is what I had for my visit at fuji sac. We orderd the loco moco and breakfast fried rice with scrambled eggs. The eggs were deliciously scrambled. The fried rice was ok. The big concern was my burger patty was really burnt. The consistency and flavor of the gravy was interesting. We were the first visitors of the day so I'd say while it eventually filled up, not sure the reason behind burned food. Also, with a full bar, bloody marys were not available. Really unfortunate for brunches. However, I understand this is mainly a sushi joint? So maybe I will need to come back for sushi sometime.

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    Love the interior design
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