Akira

3.9 (106 reviews)

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Samantha C.

This is one of the better sushi places in Riverview. Still not the best, but we've tried a lot of sushi around here, and this one will curb your cravings. They also have hibachi that the kids would eat, so that's a plus for us. For sushi, we ordered the yummy roll, caterpillar roll, monkey roll, and the yahoo roll. These rolls were HUGE and filled with rice. Definitely a 2-bite minimum. Overall, this place isn't my favorite, but it is one of the better sushi in this entire area, so if we're craving, we would choose here over other places.

Dj L.

Looking for a local sushi spot and found Akira tonight, close to our house! It's a small but cozy place in a strip mall. Inside was very clean and well put together. Their menu is expansive and they have a lot of options, from bento box, hibachi, noddles, sushi, sashimi, etc. For apps we did the pork gyoza which was delish! I decided on the sushi dinner which had 3 rolls, with miso soup and salad included. The rolls came out and I was impressed with their size! I couldn't finish them all! What a good value though, it was $18 for the dinner. We also ordered the Chicken Teriyaki dinner ( not the hibachi meal) and the sauce on the chicken was delicious. Fried rice on the side was good too! Service was excellent. The lady was so friendly, funny, and attentive! It was a delight to find Akira and I will be back! I want to try their lunch specials!

Kimberlee C.

My friends brought me here and it seemed like they were treated like family. The Chef behind the counter immediately recognized my friend and welcomes him in, by first name. Our family of 5 were seated immediately at 6pm on a Sunday night. Orders were taken, suggestions and questions answered politely, and then a few minutes later, the food began to arrive. My nephew and niece love Sushami and I preder cowboy rolls and chicken. So I had the cowboy roll (which was not deep friend and was wrapped the size of thumb.) It was small which made me happy because I wasn't so sure I liked their version. I was being adventurous because I had just had a cowboy roll for the first time 2 days earlier in another part of Florida. So this cowboy roll was smaller, not fried, but was still delicious.) My friends kids and themselves had some other delectable rolls and I continued with a large portion of General Tso's chicken. It was ok. The rice was great but the chicken itself had a hard outer shell and was a little difficult to eat. I took a large portion home. The service was excellent and friendly. Everyone else's plates were cleaned so ai suppose they liked all their meals as they always come here to eat.

We've been coming here for years and the quality, flavor, service is always amazing! This is our favorite sushi spot and all the other dishes are so flavorful and delicious. Everything is very clean, the staff is so kind, attentive and helpful!

Volcano, Sexy Girl, Lobster Dynamite, Scorpion, Out of Control

Theresa R.

This was my third visit to Akira and I must say they are making it hard for me to consider returning to my regular sushi spot. When ordering takeout the hospitality starts over the phone. They answer my many questions and offer suggestions without making me feel rushed. Each time I've visited the restaurant was clean and I was greeted with warm and friendly service. As a bonus the sushi chef always lets his presence be known with a cheerful greeting from behind his prep station! Now for the cuisine... AWESOME, FRESH, and DELICIOUS are the first words that come to mind. If you are a sushi snob as I am, you will be delighted with the quality and freshness that is offered here. The lobster dynamite, sexy girl and scorpion rolls are some of my faves!

Philly, tuna avo, out of control roll, Green Roll

Lauren R.

Dined in with my family. Service was fast and friendly. We ordered chicken and steak hibachi and a few rolls of sushi. Everything was perfect.

Cheree L.

Super hyped to find this sushi place since I use to live on Long Island. Exactly what I'm looking for when craving sushi. Will be ordering from again

Jimmy Smith Roll to the back and Yummy Roll in the front. Our favorites

K M.

Food is still amazing! We've tried several of the local sushi places over time and realized we prefer Akira to all others. The Gyoza and Crab Rangoon are also delicious! They recognize us and know our order ha. Friendly staff Atmosphere is always nice as well.

Amy G.

Nothing special. The photo may look nice but the food itself is average if that. I guess I'm used to bolder good tasting foods which is not this sad to say. FYI they cooked this inside not at the table

Cowboy Roll, Akira Roll, Shaggy Dog Roll, and Sweet Potato Roll.

Alicia R.

We had 4 rolls (cowboy roll, sweet potato roll, Akira roll and Shaggy dog roll) they were all delicious! My 6 yr old preferred the Shaggy dog roll over the cowboy roll but still great! Glad to find a good place closer to home. The server was attentive and kind, restaurant was clean and that calamari was not rubbery AT ALL! Must try!

The food was by far the nastiest thing I could have tasted in the moment! It was not good the rice had no flavor at all tasted like a knock off P.F. Chang's rice. The noodles was over cooked and tasted like left overs. The chicken tasted like a knock off of mall food. I am so disappointed! Do not come here if you like Hibatchi. If I could leave a 0% I would!

Rainbow Roll Mango Avocado Cucumber Roll

JoAn A.

This gem is located in a small plaza over in the Riverview/Fishhawk area and let me tell you everything here is absolutely delicious. From their hibachi to their specialty sushi rolls this place delivers flavorful quality food every time. If you're vegan or love sweet potato I highly suggest trying their sweet potatoes sushi roll this is a game changer. They have a great spot to sit at if you want the hibachi cooked in front of you or if you just want to have something more chill and relaxed they have booths on the other side. You could still order hibachi as well from that area. Honestly I have nothing bad to say about this place it's my favorite place to eat it at once a month. It's located right next to a gym so you could stop in for a good meal after a workout.

Kathy T.

UPDATE: 3/15/17 - Akira Hibachi & Sushi has, apparently, changed hands since a couple months ago. I guess this means I have an explanation for the less than freshest fish quality and freshness the last couple times I ordered during the changeover. I hope this does not continue to be a problem for the new owners, but the freshest fish is essential in sushi-making. All their Fried items, like shrimp tempura, was fresh, it's just that the Specialty Rolls at an average of $15 is steep if the sushi is simply not fresh. 23/100 ORIGINAL REVIEW: The vast space is decorated Japanese-style with dim lighting and friendly, prompt service. Pretty little Japanese dolls are perched beautifully at the foyer entrance, along with the Lucky Cat, who is waving "hi" to you ;). Seating inside is a large sushi bar, pub tables, hibachi and regular tables, as well as a few booths running along the outskirts of the restaurant. Cozy. I'm in this restaurant a lot! You could say I can't live without this one, and this sushi is always in my regular rotation. The rolls here are always made with very fresh fish/seafood and all the accompanying ingredients of fruits and vegetables are super-fresh as well. I've tried quite a few rolls, and so far, my favorite roll is in the 'Chef's Special Roll' section. It's a fancy roll at $15, The Lobster Dynamite Roll - with each piece having a nice big chunk of lobster, it is wrapped in seaweed with a piece of mango, avocado, sushi rice, then covered with spicy tuna, and drizzled with sweet chili sauce to top it all off. Delicious! Akira's rolls are comprised of 8 pieces, and range in price from $4.95 to $18.00 for special rolls. Lunch Specials are always a good way to go. Hibachi Meals come with Onion Soup, Hibachi Vegetables, and Fried Rice. Starting at $9.95 with either Chicken or Vegetable, a lunch with Filet Mignon as your protein is $13.95, and a 'Combination' of two items (Scallops, Salmon, Shrimp, NY Strip), can range in price up to $15.95. Bento Box Specials can be had for about $10, and will include Miso Soup or Salad with Ginger Dressing, White Rice (Fried Rice is $1.50 extra), and a choice of California Roll or Spicy Crab Roll. Two really good lunch deals! Akira also will will pack it to-go for you on some of the lunch specials (obviously not the Hibachi). The cooked Dinner/Ala Carte/Appetizer items are very good also. I've tried the Crab Rangoon, filled with sweetened cream cheese. The Katsu Chicken is always excellent; with crunchy and lean white-meat chicken, it is always fried in fresh oil. Chicken Teriyaki and a number of similar proteins are offered ala carte. Sashimi, Yakitori, and even Fried Oysters are just some of the appetizers to get you started on a great meal journey. If there is any complaint, it's a very minor one. That is, for to-go rolls, Akira should package the rolls with high-domed lids. This is because with some of the larger rolls, it sometimes becomes necessary to have to scrape part of the toppings off the lid. I was going to dock a star for the price point being a little bit high. However, I'm not going to, because the fresh ingredients, the friendly staff, and the clean and spotless space of this restaurant make their food well worth the money. I highly recommend Akira Hibachi and Sushi Bar! Don't be late! FIVE FABULOUS STARS!!!!! 22/100

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Wen S.

7 years ago

13420 Boyette Rd Riverview, FL 33569 Love the food and drinks here!!! Especially my favorite Katsu Chicken and Beef Teriyaki!!! read more

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Amanda B.

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I used to come here a lot but today I went and had an unpleasant experience I picked up an order and my sushi meal came with a salad and the salad they gave me was a joke .. like really this is a rabbits meal would have been better off forgetting the salad then giving me this I usually love their food but this was just crazy read more

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Brandon B.

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Adding to my review now that I've ventured passed the sushi into the dinner hibachi. Service was excellent and fast. Our teppanyaki chef was very entertaining, which is 60% the reason you go to these time of places. The other 40% is to enjoy watching delicious food in front of you, and as well as the yum yum sauce :). The team service we had kept food and drinks moving and seems we were starting to eat in record time. The food prepared was delicious and cooked to perfection. Overall had a very enjoyable time between food, speed, quality, and service. Now I have reasons to go back here for lunch and dinner. Definitely a top spot in our new local places to frequent read more

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Kimberly G.

4 years ago

The sushi was unfortunately very bland. My coworker and I also got really sick after we got takeout from here a few days ago. Not sure if it was a bad ingredient or what happened read more

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Delanie S.

4 years ago

We moved to this area 2-3 months ago, and have ordered from here several times. I typically get the sushi while my family gets the hibachi. We are a gluten free house hold and they make the best gluten free hibachi! The steak is so tender, even heated up the next day. The staff is always very friendly and accommodating. We will always be coming back here! read more

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Really good Asian cuisine! My favorite is the Tempura Fried Ice cream! Employees are super nice! Sydney is an outgoing young lady that super friendly and funny! read more

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Leah M.

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7 years ago

Wonderful! We've been dining here for over 15 years. It's been under new ownership for the last couple of years with no complaints. We waited around 30 minutes on Saturday evening before Fathers Day for a meal. They gave us edamame appetizer for our wait as a perk. The chef is always amazing. The food is great and drinks also. read more

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Sarah L.

9 years ago

We had a great experience. The restaurant is nice looking inside. We ordered sushi tolls only. Nothing raw though. Our server was really good. Will be back! read more

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Lauren Huffie _.

9 years ago

The sushi at akira is hard to beat when it comes to quality and taste. I eat every week and sometimes even three times a week It's so good and I've eaten at some top rated bigger city sushi places, and Akira still tops them. read more

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We stumbled upon this place while in the neighborhood. The sushi selection is vast, as is the kitchen appetizers. The grilled white tuna was very good. It's a bit pricy but the service and ambiance are worth it. You can get most rolls as hand rolls which is great for kids. Decent wine list and full liquor bar. read more

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Harold S.

9 years ago

Shockingly bad experience. 1st the service was pitiful as neither one of the staff wanted to take the order. Then we had to sit for 10 minutes watching our order on the bar. Ok, that stuff happens. Let's get the food. My wife and I are experienced sushi lovers and well traveled. I have had some of the best in LA, Seattle, and Dallas. The miso tasted burnt. How do you burn miso...? The order was a standard ca roll, spicy tuna, spicy salmon. The basics people. The tuna was in a paste form with filler added. I don't mean fine mashed with a spoon. I know that proper technique. I mean paste. We could not tell the difference between the tuna and the salmon. The ca roll was not as bad but I have had better premade at a grocery store. Needless to say we left 80% on the plate, stood at the register waiting to pay. Why did I pay?!? Our search for sushi in Florida continues... read more

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Jesse B.

6 years ago

When I think of sushi I think of tender joy inside my mouth. Succulent flavor rushing through my tastebuds. Well at Akira I got way more then I could ever ask for. The yummy roll is just that. Taking a bite of this delicious sushi re defined the use of the word yummy on a whole entire scale. It was so delicious it was like my mouth was having the party of a lifetime. I've been there many many times and I it gets better and better every visit. If your tastebuds are looking for a party, this is the place to go. read more

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Neo N.

8 years ago

I would give 2.5 if could. I couldn't tell if my hibachi was quality or not because it was all overcooked(lobster, scallops, and shrimp). Fried rice was uninspired, noodles had a nice taste but saltier than salt. The sushi was lackadaisical, the sashimi color is not appetizing to me. I liked the look of the interior, service was appropriate. I went here because of a 30% off promotion, it was not worth it. First and last time for me. read more

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Samantha W.

8 years ago

We had such a great experience here. We had a large party to celebrate a birthday. They were super accommodating for seating. Very friendly staff. The cooks were so much fun. They did the standard tricks and showmanship but added little touches to make it fun for each table. We felt like they wanted us to enjoy our experience and never felt rushed to just get us in and out to turn the table. Really a great local place to go. The food was good well portioned. read more

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Whitney B.

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Some of the best sushi around! Tommy is amazing at the bar and it's like a hidden gem for sushi. It's also priced very well for everything you get! Everyone is super friendly and nice and definitely become family after a while! Give this place a try for sure for sushi! You won't regret it! read more

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Wendy L.

8 years ago

Great sushi. I ordered two rolls and sashimi- so pretty- the chef takes great care in what it looks like. Good service. We had a great time. We will definitely be back. read more

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DA B.

4 years ago

Hibachi is typical and decent, but the sushi is what shines here. The vegetable fried rice is also wonderful. Take out orders are always filled quickly. read more

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Lora P.

7 years ago

I love this place for sushi, my girls An I love the food and the people. The servers are so very kind. Yummy roll is my favorite. Price little high but worth the money. read more

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Marl K.

10 years ago

Finally found out Sushi place!! Fantastic!! The inside is beautiful, great for date night! Had the miso soup, gyozas, crab Rangoon, and 4 rolls of sushi; spicy crab, spicy tuna, shrimp tempura, and salmon skin. Can't tell you which is my favorite because they are all awesome. Fishhawk residents please come and support our new local dining experience so it can flourish and stay!! You won't be disappointed! Service is friendly and efficient. read more

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Sydney O.

5 years ago

This place has great hibachi, and a wide variety of sushi. I don't like seafood, but they have a steak roll called the Cowboy Roll and it's to die for! 11/10 recommend read more

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Tracey Y.

8 years ago

I absolutely love this place. We sat at a Hibachi table and watched our food being cooked, which I've never experienced before. A delightful, fun and interactive event. My husband and I especially loved how they sprayed Sake in our mouths. The food was excellent - the best fried rice I've ever had. The chicken with was good, husband had sushi (also good). We'll be back with our kids next time and plan to visit here regularly. read more

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Donny G.

7 years ago

Very disappointed with my order. I ordered a 10 piece sushi roll and shrimp fried rice that took an hour to make. Then the sushi roll wasn't even that good. Never again will I come here. read more

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Alesia B.

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10 years ago

I Really was looking forward to liking this place since Kobe has really gone downhill in the last few years. But this place is just ok. I believe because it's really not many places to choose from in the area so people flock here. The portions are really small and the quality of meat is just ok. The spices and sauces are watered down and salt is added to spruce up flavor. On the up side the servers are cordial and it's very clean. Would I return? NO but if you're in the mood for Americanized(if that's a word) hibachi and you don't want to leave the FishHawk area; this maybe for you. read more

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Traci C.

8 years ago

I ordered the chicken stir fry with veggies. Since when are purple onions veggies. That's all that was with the over cooked dry chicken. All you can taste is onions and and salt. The side salad of frozen iceberg lettuce was inedible. The miso soup had no flavor. $14.83 down the drain read more

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Michelle P.

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Love this place. I have been coming here for a couple years now because I work in the area and I come with coworkers. We all love it and I love the lunch special that they have the chicken hibachi very good!!! And good customer service... read more

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Sarah R.

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The sushi was okay. The service was terrible. We ordered hibachi and after 35 mins of waiting it never came so we canceled the order. Our server came over maybe twice during the whole time we were there. I had to flag her down to ask for a drink. Sushi portions were big but the inside of the rolls was smaller. It isn't anything I'd hype about or return for. The environment wasn't bad. read more

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Lillian A.

9 years ago

I think I found my favorite sushi spot in the Lithia area! The food is very flavorful, i ordered the bento box with shrimp tempura and my husband ordered the chicken teriyaki. Both of us were pleased with our food and you get a lot for your money! Great place read more

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Michelle B.

7 years ago

We took the whole family for a hibachi style dinner for my daughter's birthday. This is what they ask for every year. After moving to the area last year, we had to find a new place. We won't be going back. The soup and ginger salad were good. The people that got chicken were fine. Those of us that ordered steak were stuck with very tough pieces of meat. I don't often have leftover steak at the end of a meal, but I just could not chew it. The service was also quite slow. We had to ask for napkins and chopsticks numerous times (at least three). When my food was plated, and I still had no chopsticks, I went to the front counter to request them. Although they did not appear busy, alcoholic drinks took 20 minutes to bring out. Those guests were not given water in the mean time. Our cook was entertaining, and cooked the food well (tough meat was not his fault). read more

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Amanda B.

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They have GREAT lunch menu, from sushi, sashimi, hibachi and Bento Boxes. The prices were good for lunch time and the service was very fast (which was great since I had my 11month old with me). We will definitely be going back to try the hibachi for dinner. read more

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Ashley M.

10 years ago

Place was okay, sushi was good, hibachi was way too fast. Not as entertaining as most hibachi restaurants. Scallops was a little under cooked and the Steak didn't have much flavor. The service was very good though. read more

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Jane K.

5 years ago

Ordered from here back in August and sushi was spectacular! Ordered 5 rolls tonight and it was disappointing: very bland. Couldn't differentiate flavor between any of the rolls and I don't have Covid. read more

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Robert H.

8 years ago

Excellent food and service. Vey nice family dining experience.

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Scott F.

8 years ago

Went there for Daddy Daughter Dance! The Cooks made our time fun! My Daughter is 7 and she had a blast. The food was very good! I got the Filet Mignon with shrimp. I got my Daughter just Noodles and shared my Meat and Shrimp, this will save you money.. The food was very good the Workers were ready to have fun and make things worth what you pay..Will Def go Back! read more

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Ronald S.

10 years ago

This restaurant is nothing short of superb excellence. I had the soft shell crab, sushi appetizer, and sashimi appetizer. My wife had the Chirashi. All the plates were excellent. I am including pictures. Do not always do this but we have had these dishes from Japan to Hawaii to Florida and in between. We have never seen such excellent presentations. Appetizers and Chirashi were served in bamboo bowls with the entrees sitting on top of lighted ice. Topping it off, the service was impeccable. You have to see it and try it to believe it. read more

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Robert B.

9 years ago

One of our favorite goto hibachi restaurants for sushi, drinks and AMAZING food! The atmosphere here is always awesome with owner and chef Joe! I have ate at tons of hibachi restaurants and most if not all are hit or miss.. they don't cook the vegetables right or use the wrong types. Not here! It's amazing food everytime! I look forward to going time and time again! Thanks Joe! read more

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Kristin R.

8 years ago

We were greeted and sat within moments of arriving for dinner. Staff was incredibly friendly. The chef not only cooked great hibachi, he was also very engaging and fun! Definitely will be coming back. read more

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Bridget H.

9 years ago

This is our go to Hibachi Restaurant! All of our kids want this as their birthday dinner every year and we go when we're in need of an Asian food fix. Hits the spot when we are missing our fabulous restaurants from Boston. Sushi is always delicious and presented beautifully and the chefs are entertaining. We've gone a few times at lunch for the Bento boxes too, a great meal at a great price. Definitely worth the stop! read more

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Traci D.

6 years ago

Great sushi rolls, delicious appetizers! They have a great take-out system set up right now during the pandemic. It's nice to have sushi available in fishhawk! We'll be ordering again, and look forward to a hibachi experience once restaurants are fully operational again read more

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William J.

6 years ago

A hidden gem in Fishhawk, with very friendly staff willing to go above and beyond to ensure a great dining experience. We lived nearby for almost two years before finally trying it, and were so happy we did. Nice atmosphere, whether at a hibachi table or in the dining room. Great quick lunch options if you don't have much time. read more

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Lesley L.

8 years ago

Celebrated birthday at Akira with family. The food was good...hibachi table side, the service was also very good...friendly and attentive staff. It was a thoroughly enjoyable evening and out of town family loved the restaurant. It was not crowded so unlike so many restaurants in our area, no long waits on a Saturday evening. Will definitely go back. read more

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13424 Boyette Rd
Riverview, FL 33569
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(813) 689-5544
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http://www.akirafl.com

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Hours

What time does Akira open?

Akira opens at 11:30 AM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Akira opens at 4:00 PM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Akira opens at 12:30 PM on Sunday.

What time does Akira close?

Akira is closed on Monday.Akira closes at 2:30 PM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Akira closes at 9:00 PM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.Akira closes at 10:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.

Mon ClosedTue-Thu 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM, 4:00 PM - 9:00 PMFri-Sat 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM, 4:00 PM - 10:00 PMSun 12:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Akira take Bitcoin?

No, Akira does not take Bitcoin.

Does Akira take credit cards?

Yes, Akira takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Akira have catering options?

No, Akira does not have catering options.

Does Akira serve alcohol?

Yes, Akira serves alcohol. Full Bar

Indoor Amenities

Does Akira allow dogs?

No, Akira does not allow dogs.

Does Akira have TVs?

No, Akira does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Akira have bike parking?

No, Akira does not have bike parking.

Does Akira have outdoor seating?

No, Akira does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Akira have parking?

Yes, Akira has parking options.

Other Amenities

Is Akira wheelchair accessible?

No, Akira is not wheelchair accessible.

Does Akira have free WiFi?

Yes, Akira has free WiFi.

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Locally owned & operated

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This is one of our favorite sushi restaurants in town. Their matcha drink is excellent, and the…read moresushi rolls are consistently fresh and delicious. It's our go-to spot whenever we're craving high-quality sushi. We previously enjoyed sitting with Aude, and recently we've found another favorite, April. Both are very knowledgeable about the menu and provide attentive, friendly service, which always makes our dining experience even more enjoyable.

The sushi place is one of the top five in the Tampa Bay area. I normally visit this spot on the…read moreweekends, which is moderately crowded. There usually isn't a wait, would recommend calling in ahead just in case. I normally order the shrimp tempura appetizer. Although the full quality is pretty good, the batter can be a little bit greasy. The shrimp tempura roll is pretty good. We also order the Ramen, which is the highlight. Overall, I would say this place is really good and would highly recommend. We definitely will return in the near future.

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Yokohama Japanese Restaurant

This place is great. Open late, nice atmosphere, and fast service. I've also ordered them on…read moreDoorDash frequently and it's always great. Their fried crab roll is fantastic.

I driven by Yokohama so much and finally decided to pick up a to go order on the way home one day…read moreinside smelled amazing. The seating is booths and tables and the lighting is very dark, which goes a romantic date vibe. I ordered with a lady. She the Ramen and I got the sushi rolls. Everything took about 20 minutes and I was headed home. When I opened the bag, everything smelled so good especially the Tonkatsu broth it was rich in flavor and pouring it over the ramen was so satisfying. Honestly ate the whole thing its was that good. The sushi was good but did get a couple stringy fatty pieces in the tuna roll. Overall, definitely would try them again.

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Yakisoba- stir fried Japanese noodles with vegetables and chicken

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Omakase Asian Cuisine

4.3(129 reviews)

5.8 mi

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My favorite favorite sushi spot in riverview. The spicy garlic edamame was delicious. This is my go…read moreto spot for great sushi. They even have a reward program where you earn points on every dollar you spend. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable on the menu. The restaurant is tucked away in the corner of the shopping center

My wife and I gave this restaurant to try for the first time…read more We really enjoyed ourselves tremendously. The server was an absolute angel and made us feel very welcome. She was super nice and loved having a good conversation. She also suggested a very good role, which was called the orgasm role. It was excellent. We also liked that the fact that the restaurant was very clean had a nice atmosphere and wasn't oversized. For dinner, we had their chefs fried rice, orgasm roll and godfather rule. Everything was delicious. The rolls had great flavor and were very fresh and had a nice presentation. We also like that there was a good amount of filling in each role and it didn't have too much rice on the outside. We enjoyed the fried rice as it had a great flavor and was not salty and had a good amount of shrimp, chicken and steak in it. This will be our new sushi go to spot when we are in the area.

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A lovely atmosphere!

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Sticky Rice Sushi

4.6(277 reviews)

5.2 mi

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This experience is like listening to a song you always skipped but when you finally give it a…read morelisten it's better than you expected. I'll be honest i wasn't really sure why we stopped in when we drove up. It is in a plaza that i frequently drive by and never wanted to try it. The thai tea is authentic! The sushi so authentic! The place is cute and quaint. The sushi is made fresh in front of you and ive got to say it is fresh. We ordered a ton and left stuffed.

One of the best sushi spots in Tampa. The food is always fresh and delicious!! Show up early…read moreotherwise place fills up fast. Worth the wait.

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Live sweet shrimp (amaebi)

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Sakura Japanese Steak House and Sushi Bar

3.6(323 reviews)

5.6 mi

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My first experience here was great, which is why we came back. We were a party of 7, which…read moreincluded 3 kids. We had a 5:30 reservation but were unable to be seated until 5:50 because the customers wouldn't leave the table. The food was fine, but the minute we all got our protein, which is always last, they brought to go boxes and our check. We had t even started eating and they were wanting us out of there. Of course we ran late because the people in front of us were late, plus we waited 20 minutes for them to even start preparing our food. Super disappointing

Atmosphere - Just OK. This is the only negative aspect with regard to my experience at this…read morerestaurant. The restaurant is very small in relation to the seating, especially in regard to the hibachi section. There are (to my recollection) different seating tables in the hibachi room. The dining "tables" are set for 4 patrons on each of the three sides of the "table" and they are actually best sized for 3 people on each side. I was in a party of 4 and the party seated on the side to our left was a party of three and even at that we were crowded in together. It was nearly impossible to move and the room was incredibly noisy. Service - Excellent! Our server was very attentive and our hibachi chef was one of the best that I have ever seen. He was extremely friendly, entertaining and a talented chef. Food - Excellent. I ordered the chicken and shrimp combo which came with onion soup, salad, noodles (something that I had never been served in previous hibachi restaurants), fried rice, and vegetables. The salad was very good and the soup was just OK (pretty much all broth). The shrimp and chicken were both delicious and tender. The fried rice and noodles, both, were as good as any I have had at previous hibachi restaurants. Overall Value - Very Good! The prices are reasonable and the portions large. The quality of the food was great. If not for the crowd dining area, this would have been a 5 Star dining experience.

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Sakura Japanese Restaurant

Deliciousness every time.

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Sushi Yama

4.4(337 reviews)

7.6 mi

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If you're looking for a solid sushi spot in Brandon, Sushi Yama has become a go-to for our family…read more I mainly eat tuna rolls and the rice with soy sauce. I know it's just rice but it's so good My kids are big fans too. The nuggets are a hit which makes it an easy win for a family night out. My daughter also loves the rice. My wife is the real sushi explorer and loves trying a wide variety of their menu. This is easily one of her favorite sushi spots in Brandon. I'll try to find photos of my last visit and update this.

Sushi Yama in is one of my favorite AYCE sushi restaurants. The wait is usually not bad at all…read more Even though they're always packed, the food comes out pretty quickly. The sushi is really good, it's not overloaded with rice and cucumber to make up for a lack of fish. You actually get a great balance, and the fish tastes fresh. There are plenty of options to choose from, so you don't get bored ordering the same things. Honestly, I could eat here multiple times a week if it were up to me. The staff is friendly, the restaurant is clean, and the space is nice and open. They also have bar seating, which is a plus, and there's plenty parking. I Definitely recommend.

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Double crunchy, us41, red dragon

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Kings Lake Grille

4.8(32 reviews)

7.5 mi

This is a hidden gem in gibsonton area. There was not a lot of decor. Very minimalist. But let's…read morebe real we are not coming for decor, we are coming for food. The place is clean. I was immediately greeted and allowed to sit where I'd like. As soon as I sat I received a menu and put in a drink order. Very quick service. Let's get down to brass tacks: FOOD I had the crab Rangoon nachos Good ratio of cream cheese to kran meat, chips were crunchy Fried Gyoza- Very flavorful and crispy fried- no sweating and a good sweat and sour dipping sauce Buffalo mini slider Crispy outside tender inside buffalo sauce was medium spice level

Great little location. Food is quite favorable. The mini burgers are quite tasty. It's certainly…read moreworth checking it out. Lots of different selections.

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Katana Japanese Express

4.3(58 reviews)

4.2 mi

We ate take out here one evening. Ordering was easy and convenient. Customer service was good…read more Prices very reasonable for the amt of food received. I checked a few reviews before deciding on what to order. Every ones experience is different due to what you are ordering. We kept it basic, so we had no issues. Not sure if the meat was actually chicken, this is a huge issue with eating at cheap Asian places. I normally try to stick with high end Asian places, in hopes they are using good ingredients. Taste of food was pretty good, no real issues.

Came to this location with a girlfriend and we had salmon sashimi. Nothing too crazy, but the…read moresashimi was still fresh and cut really well. The sushi chef is available in front of you and you can see the work that they do. Wonderful sushi spot for a casual occasion or a friend date. I cannot remark on any of the rolls but will be back to try. The sashimi was good enough for my to return

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Sushi Kampai Japanese Restaurant

4.1(193 reviews)

4.8 mi

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Nice spot in Riverview! Very friendly staff and nice little restaurant with really good sushi…read moreoptions. This was today I walked in after my gym next door and ordered a couple rolls to go. Ordered the following: Osaka Roll 5/5 Orgasm roll 4/5 Suicide roll 4/5 Would definitely come back and try other rolls!

I love this place so much. I mostly order to go, but the inside is nice too. Small restaurants, big…read moreon flavor. The staff is always friendly. If you truly love sushi, I recommend here. I drive past multiple sushi restaurants to reach this one.

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Rock N Roll Sushi

3.6(37 reviews)

0.7 mi

If you've never tried Rock n Roll Sushi or you've been but not recently, I recommend you give it a…read moretry!! I had the chance to share a great meal at their Lithia location with Jenn and Mags from the @Riverview foodies and @Fishhawk foodies. The menu has plenty of options ranging from more traditional sushi and sashimi to less traditional options like fried sushi rolls and crab stuffed jalapeño poppers! It's a great place for sushi lovers to be able to dine with their 'I don't like raw seafood' friends, with lots of choices for both. I love raw fish but for those who don't, I highly recommend the spicy crawfish roll. The cajun seasoned crawfish inside is something I wouldn't have thought of as a sushi ingredient but it's GOOD! My favorite part - they'll gladly customize anything on the menu for you, including modifications to make your meal safely gluten free. (They even have gluten free soy sauce - just ask!). The portions are big and the dessert options will hit the spot for even the sweetest sweet tooth. Our server Alexis was patient and attentive, and the sushi chef, Tyler, was happy to answer all of our questions. The vibe inside is fun and laid-back. There's obviously a Rock n Roll theme with guitars on the walls and TVs showing music videos. They keep the music loud enough to be enjoyable but not loud enough to hinder conversation. Even the bathrooms fit the vibe (and were clean!) - think: glitter snow leopard wallpaper and neon signs. Under new ownership and the management of the lovely Melany, the Lithia location not only offers an enjoyable dining experience but also has a patio with games and kids activities and a full calendar of events like themed evenings (hello, 80's night!) and paint and sip or yoga on the patio. If you're looking for a place to have a working lunch, this one fits the bill for that too - even having multiple USB charging ports and outlets at each booth. Stop by and give them a try, you'll likely leave full and happy!

The sushi rolls are good. Not fabulous but better than Publix sushi…read more The ramen is disappointing and not prepared correctly. The noodles were gummy/chewy. It was as though the dry noodles were thrown in a warm bowl of broth. It wasn't cooked. And it was super salty and I do love salt but this was too much. I would categorize this restaurant as fast food sushi. We won't be back.

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Guitars on the wall, cool, Roll Tide!

Cajun-seasoned crawfish inside, krab stick outside, topped with spicy mayo, eel sauce and crunchy flakes.

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Ponzu and eel sauces and finished with a sprinkle of sesame seeds. A rare treat.

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Emily F.

5 years ago

Went to celebrate granddaughters birthday, we did dine-in and waited 2 hours for our food. The food is overpriced and not good. 2 people from our party had to leave because they were waiting for so long that she was getting sick. We made reservation and told them it was a larger party and they said no problem. They clearly are not capable of handling more than 4 people. The "to go" orders took precedence to our dine in order. We even had to wait 20 minutes just to get the check. We asked for update on the food and all she said was "it's almost done" but we still had to wait over 40 mins for the first order. We even told them to just send the food as it was done and not to wait for all the food to be done since we had children and it was already their bedtime. We made reservation for 6 pm thinking we would have our food before dinner rush, but we did not. For all our wait all we got was that she didn't charge us for one Sprite. Wow! To top it all off the food was not even fresh. We eat Sushi often and this is a the bottom of the list. We all commented that we should have gone to Publix and gotten their sushi. The kids order came with onion soup (this was the first order received, which is only broth and it still took 1 hour and 40 mins to be received) NO ONE in our party liked the soup. We were a party of 15 and no one liked the food. That says a lot. No apologies were ever given for the delay in the food. And it was the most expensive meal we have ever had $75 for 3 people and one was a child. Half of the restaurant was closed, they had only half the restaurant open and it was not socially distant. HORRIBLE we will never, ever return to this restaurant. read more

Now You K.

9 years ago

So I just bought a house down the street and was super excited because I LOVE good sushi. I have now tried this place 2 times (4 rolls and 4 appitizers) and it's all horrible. Thought maybe it was just the selections of special rolls the first time so I gave it another shot just hoping but no cigar. Once again I had it tonight and yuck. When it says spicy tuna in a roll expect SUPER spicy mush not nice cubes of tuna. It was so bad I had to poke it out with chopsticks. I travel a lot and know good quality tuna and this is far from it. It's Lite pink to whitish veiny tuna that does not look sushi grade to me but who knows. Also do not order the tuna purse even as good as it sounds. My fault actually bc It's just like it says...a huge slice of tuna around a big fist size mush bowl of avacado. Nope noting else just avacado. I mean come in seriously?? Ewwe went right in trash. Anyway I would totally avoid this place too many good sushi places on every other corner. Sad but true read more

Jim B.

10 years ago

Had the Hibachi last night, you get enough food for 2 meals. I ordered the filet and lobster for around $32. You start off with a tasty onion soup, then a salad of mostly iceburg lettuce with a dressing that tasted like peanut, coconut ginger and lime. Then the Chef comes out and puts on a little fire show on the grill then he prepares soba noodles then fried rice which are delicious. as you are eating that he talks to you, tries to get you to open your mouth and squirt water in it but it is saki. He gives you 2 shrimp as an appetizer then he then prepares your entree, at this point your plate is piled high. The lobster and filet could have used a little salt which is not on the table, only soy sauce. They give you 2 sauces to dip your entree in. Then he prepares the veggies and scoops that on your plate. Only eat a few bites of the noodles and rice and take the rest home with you or you will not be able to enjoy your entree. read more

Robert B.

5 years ago

Overpriced, mediocre sushi and extremely slow service. First time coming here. Kids wanted Teppanyaki, we wanted sushi. No hibachi tables open, presumably because of Covid. Only one waitress and one sushi chef. We waited over 45 minutes for bland, mediocre sushi. We wont return. read more

Pamela R.

10 years ago

Amazing food...really fresh, tasty sushi. Soft textured sashimi, HIGHLY recommend trying it. The deserts are very good too...my favorites are tempura cheese cake and mochi ice cream. Thank you Joe and Winny!! Will definitely bring more friends! read more

Andrea B.

10 years ago

Great Sushi. A little pricey but completely worth it. You get your money worth! The presentation is amazing, they definitely go above and beyond. Will definitely come back! read more

Mihir D.

7 years ago

Do not come here place is an absolute fucken shit show 45 min to just get fucken water ... Water for the table.. Another HR maybe get a drink ... Final nail in the coffin. read more