The Best Restaurants in Eugene, Oregon | Eater Portland

"The hitmakers behind the innovative former Whiteaker sushi bar, Mame, have settled into a new groove with Akira. Located in a converted Mill Street house, Akira adopted a playful pan-Asian izakaya menu in 2023 featuring sashimi, hand rolls, and bao stuffed with everything from pork belly to smoked salmon and chive cream cheese. Expect the dishes to change frequently if not daily. True to izakaya form, there is a full bar with sake, whiskey, and highly inventive cocktails like the Naatu Naatu with tequila, mango, lime, and some garam masala honey." - Brenna Houck