I've noticed this more than once here, and it honestly bothers me. I sit down at the bar, the server asks what I want to drink, brings it over, takes my food order, and then either she or someone else drops the food off. I eat, don't get a drink refill, and there's very little interaction or actual service after that. Then the receipt comes with the tip section circled, stars and smiley faces drawn on it, and "suggested tip" amounts starting at 18%. For minimal service, I personally don't think customers should feel pressured or guilted into tipping nearly 20%. Suggested tips are suggestions, not obligations. Customers should be able to decide what feels fair based on the level of service they actually received. The food was fine, but the aggressive tip expectation leaves a bad impression. read more

I was here [[HIGHLIGHT]]on January 16, 2026 and Just wow! Walking in the restaurant is located in a nice strip mall a[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]rea and the inside has a nice vibe. I can't not wait to come back to Katy to experience more of what Akiko has to offer. For some people it could be very overwhelming as you don't know where to start. Now for me...I was a little intimidated at first but after asking the waitress what she suggested...she steered me to a few rolls and items I should give a try. And I opted for a few items off their $7 menu of fatty salmon and tuna which both melted in your mouth. I was sad they didn't have ocean perch a single as I really wanted to try a new fish. I also, grabbed an order of spicy edamame as I have to have some veggies when I dine out. The roll I finally decided to get was I can't remember the name right now, but had all my favorites: salmon, tuna, and cream cheese. I also had nigiri yellowtail as I can't go eat sushi without having my yellowtail fix. I really wish I had (3) stomachs as I wanted to try a few more rolls. But after the Cabernet Sauvignon (3) glasses and the nigiri rolls I had I was too full to consume anything else. I can not wait to come back because it was so much more to partake and try that I know I will have to make at least 3-4 trips to go through the entire menu. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]This was a great place for dinner![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Not too fancy for a mellow date night and I would definitely have felt comfortable dressed up as well.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Server was very kind and infotainment as well. read more

Akiko - Sushi Bars Near Me - Houston, Texas

Good selection of sushi but [[HIGHLIGHT]]you can tell this place is setup for a lunch time rush.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Nothing too exciting but the staff were nice. read more

This place is really good. We came here a while back and I forgot to write the review. When we came they didn't have their liquor license yet so we didn't get drinks. But the sushi was really good and fresh. The service was excellent. Our server was very attentive and helpful. They even accommodated a special request for a roll. We will certainly be b read more

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I ordered from the lunch menu on a Thursday afternoon in person. I was a bit disappointed their bento box doesn't include a portion of California roll so I went with the sushi maki lite A. This includes two rolls from a pre selected list and a soup or salad. I got the salad but used my own dressing. I chose the California rolls and jalepeno roll (up charge $1) . I usually don't like fried rolls but I liked the ingredients inside the roll and I really enjoyed it. The California roll was just ok. The wasabi wasn't strong but they gave a healthy helping of ginger. I'd go back for the convenience read more

Akiko - California left, Jalapeño Roll right - Sushi Bars Near Me - Houston, Texas

This is a tough one, but I settled on 3 stars because that's supposed to mean "Ok" and that's what I felt overall about my visit to Akiko. They recently opened off of San Felipe in the same shopping center as Randall's, Los Tio's, and Adair Kitchen. [[HIGHLIGHT]]They have tons of seating, booths, tables, and a long bar top. The interior looks brand new since they just opened up, so everything still has that new restaurant gloss.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]We came by for a late lunch while running errands, and it was more or less empty besides a guy or two eating at the bar.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We ordered sake and wine, but they don't have their liquor license yet FYI. The lunch menu has some very well priced sushi combo deals($13 - $20), bento boxes ($16), as well as hot lunch combo meals that come with soup or salad, and a bowl of steamed rice alongside the main protein you pick ($10-$13). I was really surprised by the pricing compared to other sushi spots in the area. I settled on a sushi Lunch Combo, the Maki B, which was one roll of your choice and chef's pick of 5 nigiri pieces. My tablemate went with the Sesame Chicken from their Hot Lunch Combos. Service was prompt and friendly. They checked in on us a ton, especially after handing us the check while we were still finishing our meal. They kept checking to see if I had put down my card which was offputting. Otherwise, they did a fine job refilling waters, and bringing food out. The quality of the sushi and other food is what makes me settle on "ok", because if you're looking for a high level serious sushi meal (MF Sushi, Uchi, 5kinokawa, Kata Robata, etc.), this isn't it. If you're looking for mid grade sushi that won't break the bank (Miyako, Ra Sushi, places where sushi rolls covered in mayonnaise and stuffed with cream cheese make you happy, etc.) this will work fine, and may even surprise you at how affordable they are. The nigiri rice was cold and firm, the sesame chicken was clearly a frozen bag of premade chicken nugs covered in an oversweet syrupy sauce, the soy sauce was super low sodium almost like water, and overall it just felt like a phoned in meal, but again, maybe I was expecting too much. I suppose the short review is they get 3 stars if you're a pricy sushi fan and expecting a top tier high quality Japanese meal, but 4 stars if you like a cheap sushi deal that will scratch your sushi itch. read more

Akiko - Lunch menu - Sushi Bars Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Akiko is our neighborhood Sushi place. The sushi is always fresh and the prices are very fair. They have a happy hour for premium sashimi that's a huge value compared to other big brands. The service is quick and super friendly. [[HIGHLIGHT]]If you want somewhere nice, but not expensive and great fish, this is a really good spot.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] (Also love their Bento Box) read more

Akiko - Bento Box - Sushi Bars Near Me - Houston, Texas

Ordered delivery. Got the BOGO twister roll. I always do a sniff test on sushi as I am VERY picky about it smelling fishy. It passed the sniff test with flying colors. Very fresh fish. Packaged very well. They listened to my special requests also--spicy mayo on side and extra wasabi. Would recommend. read more

Akiko - Twister roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Houston, Texas

Its mixed. I've had a good experience at each of their locations and then one night at the Meyerland location the rice was bad. It was mushy and tasted old. Hard to enjoy sushi with bad rice. Service has been friendly. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The Post Oak location is bigger.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I may go again, but the bad rice really put me off. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Meyerland can be quite loud on a weekend night.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Generally good for families, they have hibachi and bento options as well as sushi.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Service was great they were really nice but the sushi wasn't the best honestly. I ordered the houston roll and it was like 70% masago so i didn't eat the rest and the josh roll just didn't taste fresh read more

The Bento box was so good. It had a lot of food for $20. You get to pick two proteins and it comes with soup, tempura veggies and a few pot stickers. I highly recommend it! read more

My friend and I found this place while we were shopping nearby. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place is clean and has a nice ambiance which is quite surprising when it's next to a grocery store.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The service is great. The food is decent but for someone who is a sushi lover and eats sushi all the time, I would rate the sushi a 6.5/10. The fish is nice but the sauce (ex spicy mayo) taste different from what I am used to which gave it a taste that I'm not used to. However, this is a personal preference and I can see others loving it. read more

Akiko - Sushi Bars Near Me - Houston, Texas

I discovered this place a few weeks ago and have loved it! I think it's fairly new, have been here four times since . Service Is so fast! I love sashimi and it's always very fresh. I think they're still working on their liquor license and can't wait to have dinner with a drink soon! Food is great! read more

Akiko - Special crunch roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Absolutely delicious! The service was fast sand the staff was so friendly and helpful. There are a ton of gluten free options available as well. 10/10 would recommend! read more

Akiko - Sushi Bars Near Me - Houston, Texas

So this is my second time coming here and I really like it. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Its seems to be a pretty new place but I think the design of it and the interior is very nice and a lot of space for seats as well.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Everyone is very friendly and helpful both times I came. I enjoyed the sushi a lot. I got the super Catapiller roll and it comes with shrimp tempura and eel. This was one of my new favorites now. The Takoyaki was alright as the cream stuffing was as sweet as I was expecting it to be. This is a new item on the dish and they are testing it out from what I was told. The manager came to my table and asked for my opinion on it as it was the only thing I didn't finish and I gave her my honest answer and she was very friendly and understanding and even said she would pass along my recommendation to the chef and I hope it works out for them. Overall I am a big fan of their service and food. I know I will be coming back for sure. read more

Akiko - Super Caterpillar Roll and Takoyaki - Sushi Bars Near Me - Houston, Texas

Yellowtail, Dragonball roll, Temptation roll, and the Sweet 16 roll, all were delicious, especially the Dragonball roll, never had red snapper on a sushi roll and that was amazing! there are a ton of other options on the menu, so it looks like you'd need to go multiple times to figure out the best. read more

Bad experience before close. I ordered on uber eats , in the picture the shaggy dog has avocado but when they give to you its is only shrimp tempura. Also I requested add ons and the resteraunt updated the total of my order so charged me for those add-ons but DIDNT even ADD it on to my sushi. Thirdly, the shrimp tasted bad like they are trying to clear the shelves of old food. Terrible terrible service. All I wanted was crunch and eel sauce and I would have been fine but no, they charged me for it and didn't give it to me. SC read more

Akiko - This is what it's supposed to look like - Sushi Bars Near Me - Houston, Texas

The food was good, service great! We ordered a variety of dishes including the kids bento box and a hibachi plate. We had some sushi too The tempura was outstanding! read more

They have a variety of special rolls. You can't go wrong with any of the lunch specials that are reasonably priced. The quality of the fish for nigiri/sashimi is pretty good! read more

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This place opened fairly recently and I've already gone 3 times! It's been pretty empty when we've been, probably because it's still new. I hope more people start coming in because this is probably the best place I've had in this neighborhood that isn't really expensive. I love sushi but most places around this area are really pricey. This place is a great balance of reasonably priced while still having really great quality fish. The lunch specials are especially great! I usually get a lunch bento with sashimi and one of the cooked meats for my toddler. Service has also been really good. We will keep coming back! read more

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It was an odd time on the weekend to come have a late lunch. The service and food was stellar! read more

Akiko - Maki Lunch Combo C 6 pieces of chefs choice sashimi & Nemo Roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Houston, Texas

I've been 4 times over the last month and always order something different. It always hits the spot. Delicious and incredible service! read more

Akiko - Special Crunch Roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Houston, Texas

All the dishes we ordered were delicious and fresh! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Love the decoration of the store,[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I will visit again in the future. read more

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Place is good - need to keep it alive. My go to lunch spot. Hibachi (steak and shrimp) combo plus gyoza are my go to.

Thank you Michael for the delicious sushi! Fresh sushi and friendly service every time I come! read more

Akiko - Uni, Foie Scallop Nigiri, Salmon Belly - Sushi Bars Near Me - Houston, Texas

Best quality sushi in town. Quality exceeds the price. Food comes out right away. High quality sashimi, fish is flown in. Long list of specialty rolls. No liquor license, only hot sake. But quality is so good that alcohol is not important. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Quiet place.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Not a seen and be seen kind of sushi place.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

I've been going to Aki Sugarland the past decade and they've always done it right. They excel in every aspect of their menu - delicious sushi, Chinese food and Hibachi! This location is no different and always deliver great food & service. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Family friendly or great for date nights.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Foie gras chawanmushi was silky and flavorful! Rolls were fresh and dessert was delicious. My only feedback is to add truffle oil to the truffle roll, but love that they added real truffle shavings! Our server Gigi has as fantastic! Will definitely be back! read more

The service was friendly, and the food was some of the best hibachi Style cooking that I have ever had, and the tempura vegetables were top-notch! I highly recommend this restaurant read more

This place was amazing! The sushi is fresh and the sashimi and nigiri was beyond fresh! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The staff so nice and the ambience even better.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Hope it's here to stay because I will definitely be returning. Try the scorpion and the red moon rolls! read more

The interior looks really nice and clean. The service was also great. Food came out surprisingly fast and the quality was really good. Hope they can get more business! read more

Too expensive for HEB quality sushi. Although the service was great, we will not be back.

Food and service were great. My favorite was the foie gras chawanmushi. The signature rolls and nigiri we got were yummy as well. Would definitely come back to try more items! read more

I love coming here. Plenty of parking. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Comfortable seating.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I live down the street and it's a nice lunch spot. I always order the habachi combo. The veggies that come with it are juicy. Service is outstanding I love coming here and being greeted with a warm smile by the lovely waitresses. Thank you. read more

We noticed this place opened up near us and decided to give it a shot. Food and service were great!

excellent food and service. Happy to have in the neighborhood. Will come back.