Absolutely delicious! Visited on a Sunday evening and were seated right away, though it did fill up during our meal. Our waiter was fantastic and helped us decide on a sushi roll in the midst of a plethora of amazing sounding options. So glad we took his recommendation as it was probably the best sushi roll I've ever had. The ingredients were incredibly fresh, which is really the difference maker for sushi. The service was probably the fastest I've had at a sushi/hibachi restaurant as well. After sushi, I had the hibachi sirloin and chicken, which was delicious. The steak was cooked perfectly and the quality of the chicken was great. The restaurant is not overly big, but it has a really nice relaxing vibe inside that makes for an enjoyable meal. Everything about our experience was top notch and I already can't wait to go back and try more sushi rolls. Absolutely recommend this restaurant if you're in Athens. read more

Shokitini - Hibachi Sirloin Steak & Teriyaki Chicken - Sushi Bars Near Me - Athens, Georgia

Shanae was our server and listened She heard what we were looking for and made some great suggestions to go along with them she even brought out water bowls for the doggos She asked us questions and made great Suggestions Everything we ate Was from Her suggestions The spider roll The bulldog roll a kimchi dish Everything was delicious and she was so well Versed in the flavors We will Defo go back again as long as she is working there read more

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We love this place! They have a great Soju and sake menu and great sushi! The sushi chefs have all been there for a long time and are great at what they do! read more

A very busy place. If you are a party of five or more you can make a reservation. Hot food is nice and hot and the cold is cold. Everything seems fresh as we sat at the Sushi Bar and saw all the fish they were preparing. They project a sports game8'10' onto the wall which is nice. Metered parking is available on the street or paid lots are plentiful. The beat sushi we have had in Athens. read more

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Shokitini is a great sushi spot in Athens! I got the Philly roll and spicy tuna roll. The spicy tuna was not the best I've ever had but it was still great. I got a to go order and the waiter who took my order at the bar was super nice and helpful while I waited for my order. I've been here a few times and the vibes are still like a college scene which makes sense for this spot being in Athens. They have many tv's and large jumbo trons always broadcasting the latest sports games. Definitely a spot to bring your boyfriend lol! read more

Shokitini - Philly roll and spicy tuna roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Athens, Georgia

We rented a karaoke room here for a birthday, and it was such a blast! The private room was perfect--fun atmosphere, great sound, and plenty of space to sing our hearts out. The staff was friendly and made sure we had everything we needed. We also ordered sushi and drinks, and everything was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Such a great spot in Athens for celebrating with friends! read more

Sushi chefs were amazing and server. Food was great. Only negative was the country music being played. A good play mix would have a plethora of music genres being played. Better yet, music that matches the feel of the restaurant. Please have set playlists. read more

Food and ambience was amazing. Our server Claudia was very attentive and friendly. Will come again. read more

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Very fresh sashimi. Great selection. Friendly sushi chefs. What a great surprise find in Athens! Go Gators .

Our server could not have been nicer and more attentive for our party of 9. The sautéed edamame he recommended were delicious and the baked sushi rolls were interesting. Drinks could have been stronger. Would definitely go back and try more stuff next time. read more

Shokitini - Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Athens, Georgia

Best sushi in Athens. I always get the chefs special where they put something random together and it's always amazing and plated very impressively. Prices are also very good you feel like you're getting your moneys worth for a nicer dinner. Sometimes they even give you freebie appetizers if you sit at the sushi bar. Overall love this place it's a regular for me. read more

The sushi is always so fresh here. Vibes are definitely romantic date-night, though I have gone with friends for a night out. Darker ambiance, very nice read more

Amazing food great service and the ambiance here is amazing. I couldn't recommend this place more it's the best sushi spot in Athens.

I hadn't been here in a while before coming back last night; I brought a visiting friend to get some sushi. I was shocked and disappointed with the food that showed up in front of me. Calling it sushi is a stretch, one roll was indistinguishable from a mount of mayo. I also got a roll with teriyaki chicken and it was like they took wet cat food and put it on top of a roll. The edamame was completely undercooked and was arguably cold. I will quite literally never come back here. The only reason it isn't one star is because the service was fine. read more

good sushi and awesome service! Lexi was our waitress and she was super attentive and had a great attitude!

We were very pleased with the attentive personable wait staff at Shokitini. We requested to sit outside and were seated immediately out on the covered porch. Since it was on a hot summer afternoon, staff recognized this and turned on the over head fans and also brought over a personal fan to make sure to keep us cool! It was very thoughtful and we were very appreciative. Sushi rolls were delicious too!! Will come back next time we are in town. read more

Shokitini - Outdoor personal fan - Sushi Bars Near Me - Athens, Georgia

Our experience was great. We came early on a Sunday and were seated at the bar. The cocktails were good as well. This is the first time we tried sushi in Athens and we liked it. read more

It's ok, the food is fresh but the rolls are tiny. Also very expensive for what you get. Some of the servers are very snotty some are good. I got some food Togo a few months ago and I asked them to check to make sure they put sauce on the side and they didn't even give me the sauce that went with it, usually I don't care but I was going to use it I just didn't want as much as they usually put. It looks pretty but it's just to much, drowns the flavor of everything. There app sizes are not shareable for the fried mushrooms, also edamame is over priced. Their salad dressing is sooo good though. Some of the servers definitely have an attitude. The desserts are awesome. If I go back I will take pictures to post. read more

The vibes of this place are so nice and boujee! I ordered the spicy kimchi roll which was pretty tasty. I would definitely order it again. It had kimchi, cucumber, pickled radish, yamagobo and oshinko asparagus! There's a decent amount of options for vegetarians which is really nice. The sushi is a bit pricey for the amount you get. I got 6 pieces of sushi for about $9. There is indoor seating, but both the bar and restaurant itself were packed. read more

Shokitini - Spicy kimchi roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Athens, Georgia

Great sushi spot!! The service was quick although not super attentive or helpful, and the food was amazing. Reasonably priced (a little on the expensive side) menu items, all of which are very tasty. The rolls with cream cheese are a little heavy, and the quantity of cream cheese is a little too much, overpowering taste. Otherwise, food is very fresh. read more

Shokitini - Sushi Bars Near Me - Athens, Georgia

Very good hibachi chicken. And my friend enjoyed his sushi dish. The service was excellent. Nice sized restaurant with karaoke rooms upstairs. Would like to go back! read more

Got food to go. Shrimp tempura roll add crunch best roll i've had around here. Love how thin it was cut. Not sure if edamame came with my roll but I got some with my order :) read more

Shokitini - shrimp tempura roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Athens, Georgia

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Having lived in Japan and exposed to the culture significantly over the past 40 years, I have a pretty good appreciation for Japanese cuisine. And IMHO, this establishment 'hits the mark'. The four artists behind the sushi bar (where I sat) created dozens of dishes in the time I was there, and each looked as appealing as the next. To boot, the portion sizes were among the largest I've ever seen. And while the sushi looked very appetizing, I chose to go with the Chef's Choice of Sashimi, which didn't disappoint. No doubt fresh, the slices were thick enough that almost each could literally stand vertically on its own. The wasabi packed a punch, which is just the way I like it. Though a little bit can go a long way. The complimentary appetizer of fried mushrooms was an unexpected surprise as was the generous bowl of Tokyo style (white) miso and the small sweet treat after dinner. All in all, vibrant atmosphere, warm, friendly service and a very good value all things considered to where I can say that I'll be back...for sure! (And in fact was, with photos of other dishes I enjoyed attached). read more

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Good basic sushi. Simple but tasty. It's a nice date spot. It small and gets pretty crowded on the weekends, good to go early.

Best sushi restaurant in Athens. The service is great and they have a karaoke room area super fun to spend time with your friends. They have different rolls that you will love. read more

I visited Shokitini with girlfriend for G-Day and the service was absolutely exceptional. Our waitress Isabel catered to our every need and ensured we had a great dining experience. Would recommend to anyone looking for a great dining experience with exceptional service (ask for Isabel)! read more

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Excellent seafood/sushi combinations. Every selection I have gotten is exquisite! (Makes me rethink picking up any sushi at the grocery store...). Good service, fast and professional. read more

I had a great dinner with my sister here. The service was great. I am glad I brought a jacket as it was really cold inside! I ordered: -edamame (sautéed in soy sauce--YUM) -Georgia Roll (this roll was delicious!) -double punch roll (this one was just alright. The tempura flakes were really overpowering making it a very dry roll) Overall, I definitely recommend giving this place a try. The prices were really affordable for a sushi spot. read more

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10/10 restaurant it's my favorite sushi restaurant in Athens!!! You can never go wrong with ordering a chef special from the amazing sushi chefs!! read more

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Not a bad place at all! I haven't eaten there a ton, but when I have it hasn't been as good as chucks, buts a good and more affordable choice. The rolls were good, they have a lot to choose from & they have a decent drink selection. It can sometime get really busy but they offer bar seating which is nice. The cake & ice cream dessert I had was good too and the veggie tempura was the highlight of the night! Can't go wrong with edamame either read more

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The sushi was tasty! We ordered the chef special and were very pleased! The spicy mushroom soup is a nice starter. The inside of the restaurant is pleasant. Our server was kind, forgot some things and not very quick to check on us but overall, I enjoyed the experience and would recommend their sushi for sure. read more

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Can't beat the service. Perhaps it's the Southern hospitality or folks genuinely care. Either way, the staff goes above and beyond to make the guests comfortable. The food is excellent. Coming from CA, I didn't know what to expect. The quality is amazing. The ambiance is awesome! Great for date night or a chill dinner. Highly recommend! read more

I can't wait to go back! I literally moved and forgot where this place was but when I went I had like 5 soju bomb and they were fantastic! Then had some amazing food! The service was a little dry coming from a server but vary nice people! That can improve with good management. And the room is vary pretty and has a dark look to it. Can't wait to go back when I turn 21! read more

First time eating in this restaurant out of a friend's recommendation. My husband and I are new to the Athens area and we are in the look for new favorite restaurants, I will say this one is on my top favorites. We ordered 3 different rolls surf and turf (Amazing) shrimp tempura (so good) and one spicy roll) also a teriyaki chicken and shrimp, mushrooms soup (amazing but really spicy) and shrimp dumpling appetizer (I could eat 3 portions of this). The place was crowded and we had to wait for 25 min, of course it was Friday night, but once we were at the table the service was really good and fast. Pleasant atmosphere perfect for a date night. We will be coming back soon. read more

Shokitini - Teriyaki chicken and shrimp and sushi rolls - Sushi Bars Near Me - Athens, Georgia

Amazing sushi! The Classic roll is incredibly rich. Next time I would not order a salad and California roll to go with it! Only giving a 4 because the service wasn't great. Staff seemed behind, almost as if they're down a person. Still, food is amazing! read more

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Yes. A million times yes. Their sushi is the best in Athens. Great apps. My dad loves their shrimp tempura and the softshell crab is the perfect mix of crispy and oily. The UGA and spicy tuna rolls were worth it. Go early when they open for a quiet, chill atmosphere and attentive service. read more

We've been hear several times, most recent last night & last week! We REALLY like our experience here & the food is fabulous. Our waitress Dory was amazing too! She's just friendly enough, but SUPER professional & knowledgeable & we also had a very good experience with the sushi chef Rex. He was also, just all around incredible. My favorite things here are the Sumo roll, and the GA peach martini. This is a perfect date night, and we really just like everything here. They are doing a phenomenal job. Highly recommend Shokitini & their team! read more

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Good food. Service was fine. We order sushi so it was little interaction. It was very busy so it was a little loud.

We love this place and the owner the sushi is always fresh and they make us feel so welcome I would be lying if I didn't say Zachery is our favorite server thank you for being in Athens we will see you soon !!!!! read more

Ate here tonight, We had sushi and hibachi. Both were awesome. Had martinis.. highly recommend salted caramel. Will be back. Can't recommend enough read more