Akira Aptos - Aptos, California

Fabian H.

Excelente, la comida esta sabrosa y el servicio fue fenomenal tambien hay menú para niños; tienen vino, cervezas, refrescos. Gracias!!!

Ms J.

My aunt, nephew, and cousin joined me for lunch as I had recommended Akira. My first visit here went well so I decided to give it another try.

My cousin ordered a bento box with teriyaki salmon. He was satisfied with the amount of food, quality ingredients, and savory. Overall he said 8/10.

My aunt and I split 3 sushi rolls.
The deep fried roll had a decent flavor but felt too heavy so we were unable to finish it.
The roll with steak on top was the favorite of the night. Very tasty & filling.
The 3rd roll was also delicious. Slightly spicy with the sauces and I asked for the jalapeño on the side. My aunt ate those and loved it, personally I'm not a fan.

Overall it was good quality food, excellent service and nice atmosphere.

My only complaint would be the very slow service. The restaurant was about halfway full but it still took almost an hour to receive our order.

*side note- there is only 1 restroom & there's usually a line so keep that in mind. My nephew & cousin ended up going to the Starbucks next door because someone had been in there for over 20 mins*

Marwan

Akira in Aptos is a solid choice for sushi lovers, offering a dining experience that's worth a visit. The restaurant's extensive menu is one of its standout features, boasting a rich array of options that cater to various tastes and preferences.

The server we encountered was notably friendly and attentive, enhancing the overall dining experience. Their knowledge of the menu and willingness to offer recommendations was appreciated, especially when navigating the extensive options.

While the food at Akira is generally good, there's room for improvement in terms of taste. Some dishes could benefit from a bit more refinement to truly elevate the flavors.

One aspect that slightly detracts from the experience is the restroom situation. During busy periods, the facilities can become overcrowded, which may cause some inconvenience for diners.

The restaurant offers a pleasant ambiance, suitable for both casual dinners and special occasions. The sushi bar provides an opportunity to watch the chefs at work, adding an element of entertainment to your meal.

In conclusion, Akira in Aptos is a commendable sushi spot with a few areas for improvement. Its strengths lie in its diverse menu, friendly service, and welcoming atmosphere. With some fine-tuning of flavors and attention to facility management during peak hours, Akira has the potential to become a top-tier sushi destination in the area.

Alyson B.

Excellent food with good range of GF options.

Damaris S.

Great place to get sushi! Food was absolutely delicious and the staff were super attentive and friendly. Shout out to our server Roman 🙂

Kevin V.

Rolls and appetizer were “OK”. Server was pleasant, but service was off with rolls showing up well before the appetizers and check getting swapped with another party. Unsettling ambiance - a bit on the louder side with hockey game playing on the TVs behind the sushi bar accentuating the early evening draft coming in from entrance doors propped open to allow customers lined up at the door to peer over your meal as they wait for your table.

Maria K.

We came here back because liked the food first time. Good sashimi, a nice variety of rolls, very tasty dragon rolls. I really like the place but I saw something: they make rice in huge tanks, and then transfer it to smaller jars and while it's still hot, cover it with plastic wrap... common! Can you use met or glass lid? Other than that, a good place. Recommended. Oh, and they have plum wine, I remember.

Maria T. M.

Creative names and an extensive menu make this popular for non traditional Japanese cuisine. Service was pleasant. Food reasonable.

Fabian H.

Excelente, la comida esta sabrosa y el servicio fue fenomenal tambien hay menú para niños; tienen vino, cervezas, refrescos. Gracias!!!

EJ

For the price I’m disappointed.

The sashimi tastes like it is a Costco salmon cut and put on a plate. Flavorless and slightly fishy.

The rolls are ok but not amazing. There was a long HAIR in my roll I had to pull out of my mouth!! I know it wasn’t mine because it was a very dark color while I have light hair.

The miso soup is so bland. Probably the worst one I’ve had.

The atmosphere wasn’t great I found it a bit dirty and noisy in the wrong ways with dishes clanging and servers dropping plates.

Our waiter was very distant and took forever to come to the table to greet and take our orders.

Ms J.

My aunt, nephew, and cousin joined me for lunch as I had recommended Akira. My first visit here went well so I decided to give it another try.

My cousin ordered a bento box with teriyaki salmon. He was satisfied with the amount of food, quality ingredients, and savory. Overall he said 8/10.

My aunt and I split 3 sushi rolls.
The deep fried roll had a decent flavor but felt too heavy so we were unable to finish it.
The roll with steak on top was the favorite of the night. Very tasty & filling.
The 3rd roll was also delicious. Slightly spicy with the sauces and I asked for the jalapeño on the side. My aunt ate those and loved it, personally I'm not a fan.

Overall it was good quality food, excellent service and nice atmosphere.

My only complaint would be the very slow service. The restaurant was about halfway full but it still took almost an hour to receive our order.

*side note- there is only 1 restroom & there's usually a line so keep that in mind. My nephew & cousin ended up going to the Starbucks next door because someone had been in there for over 20 mins*

Marwan

Akira in Aptos is a solid choice for sushi lovers, offering a dining experience that's worth a visit. The restaurant's extensive menu is one of its standout features, boasting a rich array of options that cater to various tastes and preferences.

The server we encountered was notably friendly and attentive, enhancing the overall dining experience. Their knowledge of the menu and willingness to offer recommendations was appreciated, especially when navigating the extensive options.

While the food at Akira is generally good, there's room for improvement in terms of taste. Some dishes could benefit from a bit more refinement to truly elevate the flavors.

One aspect that slightly detracts from the experience is the restroom situation. During busy periods, the facilities can become overcrowded, which may cause some inconvenience for diners.

The restaurant offers a pleasant ambiance, suitable for both casual dinners and special occasions. The sushi bar provides an opportunity to watch the chefs at work, adding an element of entertainment to your meal.

In conclusion, Akira in Aptos is a commendable sushi spot with a few areas for improvement. Its strengths lie in its diverse menu, friendly service, and welcoming atmosphere. With some fine-tuning of flavors and attention to facility management during peak hours, Akira has the potential to become a top-tier sushi destination in the area.

Kevin V.

Rolls and appetizer were “OK”. Server was pleasant, but service was off with rolls showing up well before the appetizers and check getting swapped with another party. Unsettling ambiance - a bit on the louder side with hockey game playing on the TVs behind the sushi bar accentuating the early evening draft coming in from entrance doors propped open to allow customers lined up at the door to peer over your meal as they wait for your table.