Akino (Flushing)

I’ve been a big fan of Akino since their first location opened, and I was so excited to check out their new spot — it did not disappoint! The new location is just as amazing as the original. The quality of the sushi, the freshness of the fish, and the variety on the AYCE menu are top-notch. Everything came out beautifully plated and delicious. The staff were super friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere felt modern, clean, and welcoming. You can really tell they put the same level of care and consistency into both restaurants. If you’re a sushi lover, Akino is easily one of the best AYCE sushi spots around. Highly recommend checking out either location — you’ll leave happy and full every time! 🍣👏

Came here for lunch but decided to go for the dinner menu to order the sushi bar appetizers. For 46$ before tax and tip, there is a pretty extensive menu both kitchen and sushi. I enjoyed all the tatakis, sushi bombs and yellowtail jalapeño. The special rolls were packed with fish. They do NOT skimp out, I will say this is probably the only time I wish they put a little more rice. For some rolls, like the Akino roll that has mayo and a bunch of other sauces, it felt like there was nothing to soak up the sauce. It was a mouthful of fish and flavor with nothing to balance it out. Usually AYCE places put more rice and less fish so I do appreciate that this place is honest about that. Faves were the yellowtail jalapeño and the tuna sushi bomb. Service was great and they were super attentive in clearing plates and taking orders. The ambience was minimalistic and clean. The food came out at a decent pace. They have a slight discount if you pay with cash so perhaps a good idea if you’re going with a big group. Overall, good quality and options. It’s one of the better AYCE in my opinion.

I didn’t find anything particularly amazing, but nothing bad either. For the sushi, I felt they tried their best to make the rice portions smaller, which was a nice touch. Also, the avocados I had that day were very fresh, which is a big plus for anyone who loves avocados. The overall environment has a fresh Japanese style, and it feels quite comfortable.

Awesome experience through and through! Went for Friday dinner before peak hours, and the process of ordering went smoothly. Overall, I liked the salmon, tuna, and eel the most! The abalone monthly special was really good as well, and you have to order the appetizers as well. Left stuffed, but definitely got my money’s worth.

The food here is always fresh and delicious, with so many different options to choose from. The restaurant is beautifully decorated and feels very cozy and comfortable. It’s also very family-friendly, which I really appreciate — my child felt very welcome here. A big plus is that kids under 3 eat for free. Highly recommend for both families and friends looking for a nice place to enjoy a meal!

The menu selection was pretty good especially for the price. The interior looks clean and the servers were polite. The vibes were there… but the food. I understand it’s AYCE and they want to be mindful of portion sizes. However, giving customers a dime size amount of rice is not okay. The fish was thinly sliced and my sushi roll was breaking apart. Again, it’s a beautiful restaurant but I will not be returning because the food wasn’t it. I waited a long time for my food and I was disappointed with what I got.

I was walking around with friends to have a dinner together and we had the best dining experience at Akino. From the moment we walked in, the ambiance felt warm, stylish, welcoming and perfect for both casual dinners and special occasions. Every dish was thoughtfully prepared and beautifully presented. My favorite rolls are Akino, Hypest, and Moonstruck. I also think that they are really creative with the sushi pizza and the dragon balls. The dishes here are incredibly fresh and flavorful. You can tell they use high-quality ingredients and care deeply about the details. It is for sure a Quality over Quantity store. The service was equally impressive. The staff was attentive without being overbearing, super knowledgeable about the menu, and happy to offer recommendations. If you're a fan of modern Japanese cuisine with creative twists, Akino is a must visit. It deserves way more recognition. I am excited to dine in with them again. It is definitely better than the Elmhurst location and would come here more!

Came for dinner. Was amazed at how beautiful this new location is. Staff is so friendly and accommodating. The food was INCREDIBLE! The sashimi was perfect and buttery and the hot food was amazing. I’ve been to the old location 5+ time and definitely recommend a visit to this location.