Akafuji

overall: 8.5/10 Insta reel: @rach.foodie food🍣 My first omakase experience! So grateful that there’s an affordable omakase spot right here in oc. Akafuji in la habra serves premium & fresh omakase.They start you off with the house salad, miso soup, & chawanmushi. Then onto the 16 piece premium sushi. I appreciated that every piece was handmade carefully by the chefs. My favorite was the black cod and I love that they have a dropper for truffle ponzu. It really elevates the taste of the sushi and adds a little unique touch to it. And the a5 wagyu beef was heavenly. It was soo tender and just melts onto your tongue. Towards the end, they brought out a tempura set which was such a warm & savory palette cleanser after the sushi. And of course we always need a sweet treat after a good meal! (Yuzu Ice cream + egg bread) service🤗 Everyone here is so respectful and kind! They’re always checking up on you and making sure the finished plates are cleared after each round. The chefs put a lot of care and effort into making each sushi a delicious experience. ambiance✨ Came as soon as they opened on Friday at 11:30am. The seating is mainly bars because it’s an omakase house. Interior was very clean and modern, however I do wish the music they played was a little more relaxed. I had a hard time hearing my brother when we were eating.

The fish is always fresh and high quality! Have been coming here for years and everything on their menu is excellent! Love the presentation.

Worth trying if you are looking for a budget-friendly sushi experience ✨ We ordered the Luxury Omakase. Cost is $105 per guest, averaging about $5 per item. 🥢My favorites were the amberjack, bluefin tuna, scallop and oyster. The amberjack was my encore sushi pick… encore and the lychee sorbet were a great way to end the meal and earned this spot the fourth star :) Some of the missing items from photos below were the various soups and the chawanmushi.

It terms of value and quality for omakase, this is an incredible deal. It’s not an interactive experience which IMO takes away a bit. The atmosphere is casual and not the typical intimate setting of higher end omakases. I will say this is the first time I’ve ever been full from the amount of fish!

This place famous for good omakase deal! The luxury one lit have like over 20+ dish and price is not over 100$ , thats a crazy price in America. I was worry the quality wont be good, but actually the sushi are all pretty good. All the seats indoor are barcounter seats, and sushi cheif wont really talk to you so enjoy the talking with friends. The server can be slow and busy sometimes. The sushi can take some times to come out, we ate around 2-3 hrs. They have table outdoor seatings My friend order some rice don , we didnt like it. I also didnt like the sidedish that come with the luxury set that much, personally i will order the second one next time. But if you want misosoup and feel overwhelemed def try the luxary one for the first time.

I recently visited Akafuji and while the service and ambiance were superb, I have to say that the food was a bit pricey. The staff was exceedingly polite and attentive to our every need, and the ambiance of the restaurant was great - it really had a nice vibe to it. However, when it came to the sushi itself, I was a bit disappointed. While it was definitely fresh, it lacked flavor and didn't quite hit the spot for me. Although the food looked good, I started feeling sick after eating it. I'm not sure if it was a combination of ingredients or something else, but I definitely felt nauseous. Overall, I'd give Akafuji a 3 out of 5 stars - great service and ambiance, but the food could use some improvement.

If you order Uni on Ubereats, they'll just give you the old and not so fresh ones as compared as the ones they serve to in house customers. Uni should be bright orange/yellow, got dark orange and bitter ones instead sadly

A really good spot for sashimi, nigiri and all things sushi! Great interior! Love the atmosphere they’ve created. Chefs, waitresses and host are friendly. As for the menu I do find that the fish quality tend to be better on the weekdays, but do consider that I’ve only been here a few times. I will say the quality is still exceptional even if you visit later into the weekends. Overall, it’s a nice little spot for sushi with a calm and laidback vibe to enjoy sushi.

WOW what an amazing omakase experience. The outside of the restaurant looks unassuming and the plaza it is located in is a little eerie especially late at night but don't let that fool you. We opted for the omakase luxury menu- the quality of fish you get for the price is a steal! Each piece is thoughtfully prepared, seasoned perfectly and the chef goes at your pace (I'm a really slow eater compared to my partner and the rate at which my courses came out was adjusted accordingly). Service was great and the ambiance in the restaurant is a little bit small and cozy but there is still enough room between each party for an intimate experience. I also love the lighting which was perfect for taking photos of your omakase experience. I would happily go out of my way to dine here again.

Would I come back? HECK YEA. OVERALL: ‣ High quality, affordable dining experience ‣ Great date night spot Here's What I Got: Omakase Luxury | $105 ‣ 16-courses ‣ Chef's Special Nigiri ‣ Abalone & Oyster ‣ Clam soup, fried shrimp head, salad, lychee sorbet ATMOSPHERE: ‣ Good for parties small to medium sized parties ‣ Chair & booth seating PARKING: ‣ FREE parking, small-ish parking lot STAFF: ‣ Incredibly kind & attentive IG & TikTok: @keilanieats

My girlfriend and I were getting pedis nearby and had a craving for handrolls. We found this spot on Yelp bc her usual joint was closed on Monday. The restaurant is really well lit & has a nice ambiance. There wasn't many people on a Monday. While the server did forget a couple items we ordered (repeated twice but he's brand new so it's ok), the dishes we got were pretty tasty. Everything was very fresh and good, but we'd both say all the dishes lack something to make it truly special/hit the spot. I think if we could taste the truffle ponzu sauce more, it would add complexity to the flavors. Still a great meal. I did see how affordable the omakase was & would be willing to try it out if we're ever in the area again.

Great food and value. Omakase was excellent! Service was great as well. The ambiance was well suited for the experience.

This place should have 5 stars. This should have a Michelin star! It was the freshest sushi I ever had. The cuts melted into your mouth! Go try this! It was amazing sushi! I have yet to try their Omakase!

One of my favorite sushi places. Great service and I always enjoy their bar seating, also love their sushi!

If you order Uni on Ubereats, they'll just give you the old and not so fresh ones as compared as the ones they serve to in house customers. Uni should be bright orange/yellow, got dark orange and bitter ones instead sadly

Truly so sad to be updating my review because akafuji used to be one of my favorite sushi spots with high quality fish and great service. When I visited for the first time in a few months tonight, I had such a bad experience that I was shocked. Firstly, they forgot 2 of the items I ordered and I sat there waiting for quite awhile. I let my server know I was still waiting on a few items and still nothing happened. Eventually I had to flag down another server and confirm that the orders actually went in. When I eventually got the 2 items I ordered one of them was a complete mess. It was a roll that I had ordered multiple times before here but it came out looking so awful and quite literally falling apart on the plate. I couldn't even pick up a piece of the roll with my chopsticks because it was splitting apart. I was shocked because I've never experienced that here and I had to ask the server to take a look at the state of the roll. They did take it back to the kitchen and have it remade but even the second time wasn't nearly as good as the quality I've experienced in previous visits. All that to say- I was very disappointed by the quality and service and am wondering if they've had an ownership change in recent months. Unfortunately I will likely not be returning since it truly seems like a completely different restaurant now.

We ordered rolls and they were pretty good. akafuji is a good choice for a lot of things but i think they are just too good for me to

If you're looking for great bang for your buck when it comes to omakase, Akafuji is the place to be. The premium omakase runs $105, while the regular omakase is about $80--but trust me, go for the premium. It comes with lobster tail, and every bite is worth it. One of the standout features? Their truffle ponzu. I put that on everything, and honestly, you should too. It adds an extra layer of umami that takes the meal to the next level. The service? Impeccable. The only downside? It's a long drive from DTLA, but once you're there, you'll forget all about the miles. Great service Incredible flavors & fresh ingredients Reservations available on Yelp Check out my photos--don't they look amazing? 10/10, would absolutely come again. Akafuji is great!

Had my Galentine's dinner here tonight and our experience was absolutely amazing! Love the seating arrangement and how we were all seated at the bar We all opted for the premium omakase which was 15 courses and 80$ per person It was more than enough food.. we got miso soup, chawanmushi, kake soba, salad, fried white fish and a bunch of fresh nigiri Every single piece of nigiri was absolutely amazing but we definitely had our favorites which were the A5 wagyu, hotate, Kanpachi, chu toro and uni. The chef really ATE... like he put his whole bussy into each sushi like we were clapping and mmmming after each and every bite like omg Service was really great too. The servers were extremely attentive and so nice! They took away all the empty plates and bowls very quickly and it made our experience so great I highly recommend to anyone looking for some great sushi because the omakase options are great and sooo worth!! I can't wait to come back hehe

I sat at the sushi bar and had the omakase again last night. Ken served up the usual great nigiri sushi. I recommend getting any fish seared Great food and great service. I know a lot of restaurants are struggling to find help and sometimes it can seem like it a service issue. When a restaurant is short handed it's tough, but if you enjoy the restaurant cut them some slack. Aloha....

Stopped by Akafuji for lunch and went with the chicken katsu curry lunch special and the three-cut roll combo. The food was solid, with the katsu fried to a perfect crisp while still being tender inside. The curry was warm and comforting, though I wished it had a bit more depth in flavor to make it truly stand out. It was still enjoyable and paired well with the rice, but a richer or slightly spicier curry base would have taken it to the next level. The sushi rolls were fresh and nicely portioned, making the combo a great value for lunch. Each roll had a good balance of rice to filling, and everything tasted well-prepared. It's a nice option if you want a mix of something fried and something lighter in one meal. Service was efficient and friendly, with staff making sure everything was brought out in a timely manner. The restaurant itself has a casual and welcoming atmosphere, making it a good spot for a quick but satisfying meal. It wasn't too busy when I visited, so it felt relaxed and comfortable to dine in. The lunch specials are worth checking out, and I'd come back to try more of the menu. Just a little more richness in the curry would have made it a five-star experience for me, but overall, it was a solid meal at a reasonable price.

This place doesn't mess around with its omakase. Its premium omakase, which is actually one of the less expensive omakase, was excellent. The quality of the fish was great, but what really impressed me was the portion. At most places I only got 9-10 pieces of sushi and related items, but this place gives you 16 pieces, plus miso soup, salad, chawanmushi (steamed egg custard), warm soba noodles, and a dessert. My wife and I felt somewhat full just half way through our course. Just when we thought we were done, more stuff started coming out. Just before our dessert, they offered us another sushi of our choice from its premium omakase list (items in white had no additional cost; green ones were $5 extra). So it actually ended up being 17 pieces plus all those other items mentioned above. Service was prompt and omakase items came out at a good pace. It will be hard for me to go somewhere else for omakase after trying this place.

5 stars always for Akafuji! We love to eat here the fish is high quality and the service is top notch!

(4.5) I've been wanting to try Omakase for a while, and this spot lived up to the hype based on the reviews. I made a reservation in advance and was seated within five minutes of arriving. The interior is modern and cozy, featuring a large central bar for seating and a few tables on the side. One thing I noticed was the atmosphere: lively yet peaceful. Great spot for you and your partner. I chose the premium luxury Omakase, which included 16 pieces of premium sushi, 4 pieces of premium sashimi, house salad and miso soup, monkfish liver tasting, scallop tasting, tempura, clam soup, oyster, Japanese egg custard, and ice cream. At $95, it was an incredible deal! The variety of exotic, high-quality fish really made it worth the price. Each dish was delicious in its own unique way. It was a fun experience tasting the different textures and sensations of each fish. Some of my favorite bites were the raw sweet shrimp, otoro, uni, and oyster. The otoro was divine--it melted in my mouth, leaving a rich, luscious, and oily texture from the fat. Absolutely sensational! They also had truffle ponzu soy sauce that you could drizzle on top, it's really good! A few things could have made the experience even better. At times, it was hard to hear the chef announce the name of the fish, so a printed list of the courses in order would have been helpful. There were a few fish I wished I knew more about. Also, some bites had a bit too much wasabi for my taste, causing that strong burning sensation through my nose. If you prefer less wasabi, it might be worth mentioning to the chef in advance. I really liked how the last piece of sushi they let you decide what you want. There were serval fish that had $5-$8 up charge due to its luxury. But, I chose sweet shrimp as my last bite and it was great. The dessert you have the option for lychee or yuzu icecream. The lychee really was the perfect ending. It also came with the moist Japanese egg bread that they make in house! Overall, this was an amazing value and a delicious Omakase experience!

Celebrated our yearly early Christmas dinner ritual. Bff and I visited a familiar sushi spot and splurged in some delectable dining experience. A hidden gem in La Habra, Akafuji is a medium, trendy, bar-style sushi spot, with a classy/casual ambiance. Missing in the picture is the blue crab handroll and 1 nigiri... went straight to my mouth :) We got the omakase special- 8 pieces of chef's choice nigiris. I got an extra octopus nigiri and black cod (TY!). No fishy taste, melts in your mouth, and rice was perfect. It comes with a salad, dessert, & miso soup so we just ordered an extra miso. We also got scallops and some sashimi, shishito peppers, Chilean seabass, & a large sake. My favorites are otoro, black cod, seabass, and the sponge cake dessert! No wait time, seated at the bar, multiple chefs are working happily, friendly staff, clean, reasonable amount of wait for food. Omakase can take a little more time but we splurged on other items as we waited. Akafuji has been generous to us last night giving us "on the house" extra 2 nigiris, another plate of their sponge cake dessert (fkn delicious!), and a 15% off Manager's special! Don't know what we did to deserve it but I told them we've been a big fan and complimented the sushi chef at every nigiri he served- because it's that good! If you're in the area, it's a must try! Highly recommended

Saw this place on Instagram so I had to try it out. And we were blown away. Surprised I had not heard of it before since it's been around for 6 years. Prob one of the best omakase I've had. First off, the service was superb! Our waiter noticed that my husband was eating the cucumber salad and he continued to bring more cucumber salad several times even when we didn't ask. It was great! The omakase prices are really amazing! I couldn't believe how full we were when we were done. Plus they gave a free encore price! The area is small though, mostly bar space but nice intimate situation. We live this place and will definitely be coming back for more!

Last weekend, my friend and I got to visit Akafuji to try out their Omakase menu for the first time ever and both of us left pretty satisfied with our experience! Food: 5/5 + Omakase Sashimi Special $80 The Omakase Sashimi special is an assorted selection of 15 sashimi pieces that the sushi chefs curate for diners to try. It also comes with appetizers such as miso soup, Chawanmushi (Japanese steam egg custard), salad, fried Amadai, and yuzu ice cream dessert. In all, this was an absolute steal for its menu price point. For our sashimi, all the pieces we were given were so fresh and delicious. However, my personal favorites were the seared scallop, the blue fin toro, and uni, all of which were creamy and absolutely melted in my mouth. To be honest, since I have been to Japan twice now and had the opportunity to try omakase there, I haven't been impressed by sushi I have had back in the States. (Usually, it's either the quality of fish or the extreme price points that I get disappointed by.) However, due to the quality, quantity, and price point of the meal provided at Akafuji, I felt brought back to the countertops of Tokyo again. Service: 5/5 Service here was impeccable. You could tell from the staff to the sushi chefs that everyone loved and put so much care to their job. It speaks so much to me as a diner when the waitresses are raving about their personal favorites in the restaurant. In addition, the chefs always made sure to provide background and introduce each part of the meal, which as a foodie, I deeply appreciated in order to keep track of my favorites for future visits. Although my friend and I made a prior reservation, the restaurant was not too crowded when we went. We went right at opening and were able to snag seats at the bar where we could see the sushi chefs make all their tasty creations for us to consume later. Furthermore, the ambience is elevated, with modern sleek white decor. There is high top seating around the sushi bar as well as individual tables that larger parties can sit at. There is also seating located outside as well. This spot is perfect for intimate get togethers or celebrating a special occasion with your loved ones. One thing of note the restaurant is located in a cramped parking lot so I would keep that in mind if you are coming with a larger party to potentially carpool. Even though we came early, we still ended up parking a bit further from the restaurant since the spots closest were already full. Overall, I highly recommend stopping by Akafuji. I definitely know that I would return here again! Food Review link: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZT2cqHmYq/

Great food, great quality, and a spot I keep coming back to! The tuna nigiri, salmon, and yellowtail are absolutely amazing. Akafuji is definitely one of my favorite sushi spots. The service is always friendly and attentive. The toro is a standout, buttery and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. You also can't go wrong with their curry and shishito peppers. If you're looking for high-quality sushi with a great atmosphere and excellent service, Akafuji is the place to be. Highly recommend it!

Really great quality sushi & rice dishes! We got the chicken katsu plate, seared black cod nigiri (seasonal), salmon nigiri, tamago, soft shell crab roll and chawamushi! Our favorite was the seared black cod -- it was the perfect amount of salty and fatty! Their katsu was perfectly marinated and had a nice sauce on the side. We booked a 7pm reservation on Friday night -- came 30 mins early and was seated immediately.

overall: 8.5/10 Insta reel: @rach.foodie food My first omakase experience! So grateful that there's an affordable omakase spot right here in oc. Akafuji in la habra serves premium & fresh omakase.They start you off with the house salad, miso soup, & chawanmushi. Then onto the 16 piece premium sushi. I appreciated that every piece was handmade carefully by the chefs. My favorite was the black cod and I love that they have a dropper for truffle ponzu. It really elevates the taste of the sushi and adds a little unique touch to it. And the a5 wagyu beef was heavenly. It was soo tender and just melts onto your tongue. Towards the end, they brought out a tempura set which was such a warm & savory palette cleanser after the sushi. And of course we always need a sweet treat after a good meal! (Yuzu Ice cream + egg bread) service Everyone here is so respectful and kind! They're always checking up on you and making sure the finished plates are cleared after each round. The chefs put a lot of care and effort into making each sushi a delicious experience. ambiance Came as soon as they opened on Friday at 11:30am. The seating is mainly bars because it's an omakase house. Interior was very clean and modern, however I do wish the music they played was a little more relaxed. I had a hard time hearing my brother when we were eating.

We ordered the premium sashimi plate, when it was served, the overall sashimi ensemble looked skinnier than the picture on the menu. The image showed the various small sashimi bowls, filled up the whole ensemble completely without any gaps. However, the actual premium sashimi plate delivered had big gaps in between each sashimi bowls. Also the sashimi did not look fresh, and did not taste fresh. We also ordered chicken Katsu curry. Although it was served in a large sizzling bowl, with three large scoops of rice, and a medium size chicken fillet. The ratio of rice to the chicken was about 4:1, the chicken batter was thick, with a thin slice of chicken in the middle. The curry tested overly salty.

Went here with a girlfriend on a Thursday night and arrived around 530-545pm. Was greeted and seated promptly. It was not crowded. More people filed in later for dinner. My friend got omakase and I ordered two rolls the crunchy tempura shrimp roll and the yuzu roll. The crunchy tempura is my go to for rolls and here did not disappoint. I did not particularly enjoy the yuzu roll because of the strong yuzu flavor and i think the cut of the salmon inside the roll was chewy. My friend's omakase was ok, she's been here before and previously much better in terms of quality of fish but the value here is good and she thought her omakase was done but it wasn't haha so she walked away with her handroll and another sushi piece (I think they called it encore piece?) An appetizer we ordered was the calamari which was not your typical calamari by the way. It was thick legs (not circular but legs) in batter. The batter was yummy so by itself it was good. The sauce was also yummy with the calamari. The legs were kind of tough to chew and bite into smaller bites given how thick they were so I had to shove it into my mouth in one go. The sake we ordered was delicious and highly recommend.

Came here for a valentines dinner and I thought the overall experience could be better. I had reserved for 7:15pm for 2 on a Saturday on yelp and I realized that there was a little blurb at the end that said I had to call for indoor seating. So I did at a later date and even said I wanted to have the luxury premium menu. At a higher end place, these notes would be promptly made. However, I understand that I was going for something more affordable since it was our first omakese. We came a few minutes early on the day of and it was definitely busy possibly due to the holiday. The only seating that was available at the moment was outdoors and that the wait for indoors would be up to an hour. I understand the crowd but I do think this is something that needed to be better controlled for because I did not want to sit outside in the cold. I also thought that the whole essence of omakese was being able to watch the chefs cater your food. We were handed menus swiftly but waters and utensils came after 20 minutes of seating which I thought was a bit long. I also had to flag down multiple waiters to ask that the fire be moved closer to us after the big group had left. They offered to move us to a different table but there was a bit of attitude when cleaning it up. The overall dinner was great, I truly enjoyed every piece and loved the option to encore a favorite. The food came on very nice slates. The service around this food could be better though. When the server came to deliver the food, they simply dropped it off while when the chef delivered it, they would tell us what each piece was but very quickly. Sometimes I wouldn't even be able to catch it. Because they were also busy that day, our order of the luxury premium got demoted to the premium without us knowing. They might have also misheard me but I really wanted to try the lobster and oyster they were all about. Besides that, I really only got to know that they were short on materials at the end of the meal. So I missed out on the soba, chawanmushi, and chef's dessert they said it included, but we still got charged the full price. The process is a bit messy, I had to keep count of what course I was on and what I did and didn't get yet so perhaps a visual representation of this in the future would be nice, especially since we were seated outside and weren't able to reference the chalk board inside. Overall, I would recommend trying this place because of how affordable it is, but personally I don't see myself coming back unless the menu changes.

Came here for gf's birthday on a Monday night. We got the luxury omakase which was a lot of quality food for a great price. They do this thing where you get to order your favorite dish again at the end and we went with the black cod cuz it was bomb. The servers were very helpful and answered any questions we had. It was a nice and quiet place, looked clean. Would definitely come back.

We (my wife and my 3 years old princess) arrived a bit late (~8 ish) on a Friday evening. First impression with the neon/LED lighting made me re-considered (lol .. I am glad my wife convinced me to give it a try). We parked right in front of the restaurant, and we got seated right the way. It was our first time here, so we glanced over the menu and started off with a beer (Orion of coz). We decided to go with one set of the 14-course omakase, and my wife ordered a few more ala carte sushi items besides the kitchen order for my daughter. Sushi items were prepared in excellent quality and presented with detail origins. The amount of seasoning involved were just right. The level of attention to details were definitely reflected in the 14 course of omakase (presentation, sauces, decoration, along with friendly staffs) Love everything about this place! For sure we will be back with our family and friends. I made a little suggestion on potentially leveraging more lighting above the sushi counter; it just felt a bit dim when the sushi chef positioned the sushi (omakase style) on the nice marble plate. With some track lighting it would totally boost up the overall omakase sensation. Because of that, as you can see from my pictures I took every items down to the table level to leverage more ambient lighting.

Normally would be 2.5 stars but the overall rating of this restaurant is so artificially inflated that I had to knock it down 1 star. *warning - a lot of the 5 star ratings are provided as a result of the business giving away free ice cream or hot sake To be absolutely honest, the omakase is a great deal. The premium luxury 24 items for 95$ is absolutely a steal; however, when I see what we got vs what was promoted online on Yelp and social media, I do feel a bit deceived. To be clear, we made an 8pm reservation and the business made this reservation available to book even though they close at 9pm. On freshness, I would say it's not great but still okay. Not what I would expect when someone used the term "omakase" but still edible. I would also note that my friends sushi rolls kept falling over and the chef kept coming back to fix the pieces, which was super unfortunate as they seem to trouble keeping the sushi pieces intact... Some of the dog shi* standouts I would absolutely AVOID/SKIP include : - Raw Blue Shrimp - came out absolutely disgusting texture and flavor; was absolutely not fresh and had a slimy goo on it. Pretty sure I never see this shrimp eaten raw or not marinated (the fried shrimp head not bad). I would skip this bc it absolutely ruined the entire meal - Mentaiko Scallop - not sure what social media is freaking out about bc the scallop we had was literally overcooked and rubbery; mentai was way too salty for overcooked scallop. - Chawanmushi - tasted like absolutely nothing. I really love chawanmushi and this made me sad; still very much edible with their truffle ponzu or a lil wasabi/soy sauce Food that was Surpisingly Decent - Bluefin Tuna - fresh delicious I could eat this piece forever - Tempura - surprisingly good, crispy on the outside flavorful and soft on the inside - Truffle Ponzu Sauce and Wasabi - throw it on everything and it'll save your life; honestly 10/10 for these sauces - the squid part of the mini Chirashi bowl - surprisingly delicious and well done for raw squid - Mackerel - paired well with the yuzu on top All in all, the rating here is just meant for any readers to tread carefully and keep expectations low.

Dined in with my sister the other day. We weren't super hungry, but wanted to stall some time, so we came here to grab some small plates. It is on the fancier side. Very cute and aesthetic. We noticed that since we didn't order from the Omakase menu, the rolls when delivered were cut really ugly and messy. They weren't clean and pretty. We found that very weird. Felt like "since you aren't spending lots of money, we are going to give you mid service."

To start off, I would say that the ambiance and the food quality were great. We had ordered the $90 Omakase Sashimi Luxury and we enjoyed every cut. However, I would give this experience a higher rating if our service was better than what we had. I was confused as to why this was considered "omakase" because when we ordered this, they placed all of our cuts onto mini plates and stacked them onto a tray over the bar top. We didn't know what to do with the trays because we thought that they would be presented little by little, like how omakases should be, from what we've experienced at other places. Regardless, we asked to make sure, took the trays down, and ate our sashimi. When we finished, they took the trays from us but the thing that threw us off was the lack of prompting. After pre-bussing our tables, we sat there for another 30 minutes with no indicator for whether we had more coming or if we were done. We had to ask another server if there was anything else, just to confirm, and he said that the last thing we had left was ice cream. To think that we sat there for 30 minutes just for "ice cream", we were pretty annoyed for the blatant waste of time and even then, we ended up waiting another 10 minutes for nothing more as well because I think he forgot. We were fed up and didn't want to wait any longer so we asked for the check, paid for our bill, and left. I just don't understand how the service was lacking in terms of communication or prompting. We kept waiting for cues to see if we were done or if there was more to the omakase but the fact that we had to ask for our check as well made us feel like the entire experience was not worth the money.

We had the salmon, ikura and avocado bowl, rainbow roll, oyakodon and miso soup and they were all delicious. The fish was fresh and they marinade their ikura perfectly. The rainbow roll was proudly made and the oyakodon was seasoned right and the egg was fluffy. I look forward to bring my family here so they can have the same great experience as me.

The vibe is so cute! Minimal but I aesthetically pleasing, Grace was such an attentive server. Soooo nice, like visiting a friend :) the salmon truffle roll was so good, if you love salmon w/ a hint of cilantro you will be unbelievably happy. My mouth is wateringggg! The fish is so fresh and have never had a bad experience with the servers, PERFECT FOR A SUSHI DATE

Prefacing this review as a now FORMER customer. My mom and I come here once a month for sushi, food is good. However, the service is horrible almost every time. The last straw for us was yesterday. Once we set foot in the establishment, there's no warm welcome but rather a cold one. Every time that the chef placed food for us on the counter, he wouldn't look at us. It felt as if every time a server did come by that we were a hindrance to deal with when we were simply just trying to enjoy our dinner. On top of that, when we asked for to-go boxes, one of the servers dropped the box on the floor and still handed it to us to use. No smiles exchanged from any of the staff, just distant and cold atmosphere all around. It's pretty disappointing that the staff here lack basic decency and restaurant service etiquette. I love the food here but to constantly feel unwelcome really takes a toll on the overall experience we pay to have here. It isn't the first time that my mom and I felt this way, we've come here enough times to give the restaurant and staff benefit of the doubt. However, this is one of many similar experiences we've had here and as much as the food is good we refuse to continue to feel this way and will NOT be coming back.

I wrote a review 7 months ago claiming that this location is, by far, one of the best omakases under $100 and a top contender for casual omakases with high quality fish. I'm here to tell you that in light of the change of ownership that I keep seeing and hearing about, there has been no change in the attentiveness, detail, quality, and flavor to what one might expect from participating and indulging in this more casual omakase experience. I got the 10 piece omakase (again) to make a fair and adequate comparison. They had ran out of the snow crab so they had substituted it for wagyu A5 which was delicious, warm, and rich with umami. This is not a standard item of the omakase but of the items that are typically included, each piece was an experience of its own: Toro (fatty tuna): buttery, nutty, and savory with a hint of sweetness Akami (bluefin tuna): rich red color, firm texture and rich in flavor Medai (red snapper): tender and succulent texture with a surprisingly adequate fat content Hokkaido scallop: silky almost custard-like delicate texture with an incredible deep umami Ebi (shrimp): delicate and sweet flavor with firm texture Salmon: dense, rich fatty consistency with a melt-in-your-mouth texture Black Cod #1 (seared): decadent, buttery rich sweetness with a smooth velvety texture with a subtle flakiness (the best one in my opinion) Sayori: clean and mildly sweet, firm and dense white flesh that plays a nice stark contrast from the other more fattier fish In order to update my review, it required me to remove my previous photos to upload these new ones (with max of 9 pics). The other fish not pictured (some of which were after the 10 piece omakase) included skipjack, a salad, the uni (which is part of the omakase), halibut, chawanmushi, miso soup, edamame, and the toro handroll. All of these were a nice addition and complemented the overall meal very nicely. Overall, the reason why I liked this place was because it is relatively on the more affordable spectrum as far as omakases go without cutting shortcuts on the quality and expert preparation of the fish. One noticeable change that I might note is that the rice sometimes came out cold; I'm not a stickler for the temperature of the rice but I know in some omakases, they pride themselves on the appropriate temperature of the rice. In this case, it was not always consistently cold but some were a good temperature and some were just ok but overall, the quality of the fish still speaks volume to their dedication to creating an amazing experience. The one trade off that I did have with my previous experience 7 months ago was this: there is very minimal interaction with the omakase/sushi chef. This was not too concerning because that simply is the style and setting that they have decided to portray in contrast to the $100+ omakases where they are much more involved in providing a "show." This is the one thing that was missing when I was here 7 months ago, but I must say that with my most recent visit, the waiter and the staff in general were much more interactive, proactive, hospitable, and welcoming towards me and my wife that it truly felt much more personal than some more recent omakases we have frequented. Nonetheless, we were very pleased with our experience and since I have been fortunate enough to have eaten here both before and after the change in ownership, I can proudly say with minimal bias and with an objective perspective that this place is indeed, worth a visit. We would like to give a special thank you/shout out to the sushi chef who was so accommodating and friendly to us throughout the evening. My car broke down earlier that day and the evening I spent here made me forget all about it. Cheers~ Otsukaresama desu !~

This restaurant was on our list for awhile as it's close by the office, finally we had a chance to visit after work. No wait if you arrive early, good size menu items to pick from. Interior was decent and clean, food was quite fresh and we do enjoy it. Middle price tier for the quality of the food. The only thing I would suggest is do not order too much, as we are ordering we asked our server if it's good portion for 2 people and they replied yes, but we completely ordered way too much, we got multiple dishes including curry udon, sashimi salad, salmon sashimi, blue crab handroll, sashimi assorted platter, fish liver, miso fish...etc, and based on our order the server said it's good but in fact it wasn't really a good recommendation on portion we completely over ordered. But it's ok, every restaurant is different and sashimi salad was a huge gigantic plate (good value) so it's hard for servers to tell how much one can eat. So take your time on ordering, I suggest order as you go instead all at once would be better.

Absolutely incredible experience. The uni spoons and oysters were next level. Fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Every detail felt thoughtful, from the plating to the service. Chef Kim made the night extra special with his skill and hospitality. And most importantly, they serve soju. A hidden gem I can't wait to come back to.

I ordered the Omakase Premium, and it delivered on the quality you'd expect from an omakase. While it doesn't reach the level of places known for the absolute freshest fish, the more premium pieces like the uni and bluefin tuna were still great. If I had one critique, it would be the rice, which could use some improvement. The chefs are not very interactive beyond naming the fish as they serve it, but that worked fine for me, especially since I was there with a group and enjoyed our own conversations. We also went during a $2 beer promotion, which was a delightful surprise. Overall, this is a great spot for an affordable omakase experience, and I would happily recommend it.

Great omakase at pretty good prices.. they have a special for $55, premium for $70 and luxury for $95. Obviously, the pricier it is, the more items you get. The only thing I thought was just okay was the chawanmushi but the sushi was delicious. It wasn't busy at all when we went on Sunday at 12:30p. The service was good. I have zero complaints. My hubby and I said we might make this our usual spot.

i came here with my bf on 06/13 to celebrate our anniversary. we started the night with oyster shooters but they only had a quail for 1 shooter which was fine. we decided to get the luxury omakase which was about $108? per person if i remember correctly. the pieces of fish were good but it wasn't omakase level good. nothing really tasted different from how sushi tastes. ive been to other omakase spots for half of the price of this meal and the taste blew my mind. i will note that the uni was very buttery tho. the rest of the chef pieces had nothing special going for them. a couple of the things that were very disappointing. the hand roll they gave us had an off flavor. i cant really describe it but i remember not finishing it. the half lobster tail they gave us was chewy. it also did not come cut up or shucked from the shell so eating it was difficult. we both did not finish it. i do like that you get to pick a sushi you like an get a 2nd serving as one of the rounds for the omakase. i think overall the experience was underwhelming. we were both sad to experience this because we've heard many good things.

I used to really like this place. I dined in before and had their omakase--wasn't the best I've had, but for the price, the quality was excellent: fresh fish, good variety, and thoughtful presentation. I've also ordered via Uber Eats a couple times after that, and those experiences were solid. But tonight was a complete disaster--and unfortunately, it was my birthday. My wife and I both worked late and couldn't go out to celebrate, so we decided to treat ourselves and splurged on about $140 worth of sashimi from here. Sashimi is my favorite food, and this place had earned some trust with me... but what we received was beyond disappointing--it was sickening. Yes, I know some of the items were "on sale," but that is no excuse for serving inedible food. The fish was discolored, smelled off, and had a slimy, stale texture. Some pieces were clearly on the verge of turning, and others already had. Gamey, mushy, and straight-up gross. We took one bite each and threw the entire order away. What a way to blow my birthday. I genuinely used to be glad this spot existed nearby--thought it was a great local gem. But after tonight, I can confidently say: I will never return and will absolutely not recommend this place to anyone. The fish we received belonged in the trash, not on our dinner table. Shame on whoever packed this order. You just lost a loyal customer.

Akafuji is a hidden gem located in a strip mall. While you might not expect much, the interior is modern and simplistic with a clean feel. Almost every seat is at the sushi bar, so you get the full experience when ordering omakase. They do also have some outdoor seatings, so noted if I ever want to bring my pup along with me --huge plus. We ordered the Omakase Special ($50), which came with 8 premium nigiri pieces and a blue crab handroll. To start off, we had a miso soup, salad, and chawanmushi. Then the nigiri came starting with the halibut. The following came in a set of two before finishing off with the seared miso black cod and handroll. Each nigiri was beautifully decorated with the right amount of sauce and toppings that you really didn't even need the soy sauce to go with it. Such an underrated spot --come get their omakase, you won't regret it!

Akafuji has become our hands down favorite spot for hand rolls! My girlfriend and I decided to walk in on a weekday and we were promptly seated at the bar. Our server was incredibly attentive and ensured that we had everything that we needed. We saw that they had a $2 special Kirin Beer so we couldn't resist ordering a couple of cold beers that paired perfectly with the sushi. We ordered the shishito peppers (our newfound favorite app!!), donburi chicken katsu bowl with egg, and around 5-6 Classic Cut rolls. The shishito peppers were not too spicy and super flavorful and the donburi chicken katsu bowl was super filling. The star of the show were the hand rolls and we ordered around 5-6 Classic Cut rolls each. The Blue Fin Toro and the Blue Crab Rolls were our favorite. Our chef went above and beyond and even showed us how to eat the rolls with their specialty Truffle and Yuzu Ponzu sauce to elevate our experience. As if that wasn't enough, he surprised us with a tuna roll on the house and made sure we were having a great experience. Overall, Akafuji offers not only amazing hand rolls but top-notch service that enhances the experience. Our chef truly made our visit enjoyable and we're already looking forward to coming back to try their other hand rolls!

#DogFriendly I've been a customer at Akafuji since the grand opening. Service is usually very good. Fish is fresh and delicious. Donburi bowls and udon are very good as well. Lots of restaurant choices in this strip mall. Here's a quick list: Akafuji, Egg Bred, Mazera Ramen, Cuzcos Peruvian, Furai Chicken, Harbor Mexican Cafe, Pirates Kitchen Cajun Seafood. Parking in front and back.

3 words. Quantity OVER quality. Ok, so 24 items for approximately $100 is generally unheard of for omakase. It's a great deal if you think about it. There were so many different sides and sushi pieces that it felt too good to be true... And well, it was. The whole experience just left a bad impression. We had 8 pm reservations and were seated quickly. Staff was friendly. However, the whole "omakase" course felt very very rushed when they close at 10 pm. There was no time to eat as multiple dishes came out all at the same time. The nigiri also fell flat - like figuratively AND literally. A few pieces would straight up topple over and the chef would go back and fix the placement over and over again. None of the pieces were that memorable either. I think the ootoro and mackerel with yuzu were pretty good, but that's 2 out of the 24 items. That's a pretty bad %. Everything else was just ok or fillers. The raw blue shrimp was probably the worst offender. It didn't feel taste fresh at all and was almost slimy in texture. I didn't understand why there were such high ratings given the experience, but then it became clear at the end. We were told that if we wrote a Yelp review we could get free ice cream/alcohol.

Made a reservation at 1:00pm on a Friday, the restaurant was pretty empty and they were able to seat us early! The host was super sweet and explained the menu well as it was our first time! The chefs don't talk too much aside from naming the dish and placing it down for you.But, I've had worse experiences elsewhere where I felt rushed and uncomfortable. I did not feel either of those things. We ended up getting x2 premium omakase and I do have to say for the price range, it's one of the better omakase in terms of quality, taste, and price! I would def come back. Of note, I was not asked to give a 5 star review for compensation. This is my honest first opinion. I did ask the host/server if she could place a candle on the ice cream as we were celebrating a bday & the chefs surprised us with this cute toro tartare on the house!! TLDR: more affordable, omakase with diversity and good quality. I would come back!

So glad I tried this place! Best Omakase in the area. There were three tiers depending on how much you want: Standard ($55), Premium ($70), and Luxury ($95). I got the Luxury and it was awesome: Miso soup Chawanmushi egg custard Salad Sashimi platter of 4 fish Ankimo Monk fish liver Japanese Abalone with liver sauce Seared Black cod Madai Sea Bream Bafun Japanese Uni Fried Amadai Tilefish Bluefin Tuna Kinmedai Golden Eye Snapper Shima Aji Striped Jack Nodoguro Blackthroat Sea Perch Seared Mentaiko Japanese scallop Toro Tuna belly Wagyu Hokkaido Scallop Nigiri Kumamoto oyster Snow crab with Bafun Uni and Osetra caviar Kanpachi Amberjack Cooked Miso black cod Awaebi seared blue shrimp Nigiri Negitoro roll Tempura Clam soup Dessert - Lychee or Yuzu ice cream Was so full I had to take the Tempura and clam soup to go. They also have a $2 Kirin draft special with dine-in. Will def be back!

Wow, this place serves some of the best sushi I've ever had. So fresh AND at an incredible value. The fusion toro roll is DECADENT, incredible mouth feel. Excellent flavor of the blue crab in the blue ocean roll, as well. Coming back for omakase when I'm rich.

Excellent omakase experience! I called ahead to make a reservation and was seated quickly. We had two spots at the sushi bar. I love the ambiance of this spot, with its modern lighting and minimalistic vibes. The omakase menu is subject to change, and I enjoyed the black cod the most. Nice smoky flavor and very tender. We also ordered yellowtail with crispy rice which was light and a nice alternative to the popular tuna with crispy rice.

Let's be clear: the omakase itself was amazing. Every bite was a reminder of why I love sushi--fresh, thoughtful, and clearly crafted by chefs who know exactly what they're doing. But that's where the praise ends. We waited nearly three hours for our full meal. Not because we were indulging in a leisurely, extended dining experience--because the service was a complete disaster. Our server looked like a chicken with its head cut off: he was overwhelmed, confused, and totally disconnected from what was happening. No pacing, no communication, and zero organization. You'd think a place like this would prioritize guests who've been sitting the longest, but apparently that's not how it works. People who arrived after us were getting served well ahead of us. It was honestly surreal. And as some kind of apology? A free green bean appetizer. Look, no amount of complimentary legumes is going to make up for hours of wasted time and mounting frustration. Amazing food can only carry an experience so far. If Akafuji wants to live up to its potential, they seriously need to get the front-of-house situation under control.