Akami Sushi – Japanese
Akami Sushi invites guests into a sleek, dimly lit haven where the quiet precision of traditional craftsmanship meets the vibrant energy of a modern Tokyo eatery. The air is seasoned with the delicate scent of vinegared rice and fresh wasabi, setting the stage for buttery cuts of fish that dissolve on the palate with a clean, oceanic sweetness. Every hand-pressed piece of nigiri and artfully draped sashimi serves as a testament to the beauty of simplicity, creating an intimate dining experience that feels both timeless and refined.
Akami Sushi, 1st Avenue, Yorkville, Manhattan Community Board 8, Manhattan +1-212-828-8668 https://www.akaminyc.com/gocmav5h/akami-new-york-10128/menuRating: 4/5 (82 reviews)
Cuisine: Japanese
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, dairy-free, nut-free, keto, low-carb, gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, mediterranean, whole30, paleo, diabetic, heart-healthy, low-fat, sugar-free, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, gerd, low-cholesterol, low-fodmap, raw-food, tlc, detox, aip, mayo-clinic, pegan, candida, lectin-free
What diners are saying
Customers rave about Akami as a go-to spot for high-quality sushi at fantastic prices, specifically highlighting the value of the three-roll lunch special which includes soup and salad. Diners frequently praise the fresh fish, zesty ginger dressing, and reliable takeout service that ensures orders are perfect and on time. While some found certain cooked dishes like the shrimp bento box lacking in seasoning, the friendly service and consistent accuracy make it a local favorite.
Menu
Sushi Bar Appetizer
- Tartar - $13.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Yellowtail Jalapeno - $13.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Tuna Tataki - $13.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Yuzu Citrus Tuna - $13.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Sashimi Ceviche - $13.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Sunomono - $10.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory
- Sushi Appetizer - $12.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory
- Sashimi Appetizer - $13.95: Assorted raw fish. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Mix Oshinko - $7.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory
- Naruto - $13.95: Tuna, salmon, crabmeat, smelt roe and avocado wrapped cucumber with ponzu sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Spicy Tuna Pizza - $14.5: Spicy. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Tuna Dumpling - $14.5: Raw tuna stuffed with homemade crabmeat salad. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Kitchen Appetizer
- Edamame - $6.25 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Shumai - $6.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Miso Nasu - $6.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Age Tofu - $6.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Pork Gyoza - $7.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Yasai Gyoza - $7.85 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Beef Negimaki - $10.95
- Shrimp Tempura Appetizer - $10.5
- Soft Shell Crab - $12
- Yakko Tofu - $6.5
- Fried Oyster - $10.95
- Harumaki - $6.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Raw-Food, TLC, Detox, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Chicken Negimaki - $9.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Vegetable Tempura - $9.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Hamachi-Kama - $14 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Rock Shrimp Tempura - $10.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Raw-Food, TLC, Detox, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Amazing Calamari - $10.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chicken Yakitori - $8 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Crab Cake - $10.5
- Crispy Duck Roll - $10.5
- Miso Black Cod - $13.95
- Shrimp Lollipop - $8.95
- Steamed Broccoli - $8.5
- Miso Chilean Sea Bass - $12.95
Soup
- Miso Soup - $3.5
- Clear Soup - $3.5
- Gyoza Soup - $6.95: Chicken broth with kimchi gyoza scallion.
- Tom Yum Soup - $8.95: Seafood broth with veggie, shrimp and scallop.
- Seafood Soup - $8.95: Seafood and veggie.
Salad
- House Salad - $5.5
- Avocado Salad - $8.95
- Seaweed Salad - $7.95
- Kani Salad - $8.95
- Salmon Skin Salad - $8.95
- Snow Crab Salad - $9.95: Snow crab, cucumber, mayonnaise and mango tobiko crunch.
- Hana Seaweed Salad - $12.95: Seaweed, lettuce, avocado, apple and kani with spicy ebi creamy dressing.
- Salmon Hijiki Salad - $14.95: Crispy salmon, lettuce, seaweed, hijiki and spicy mayo dressing with tuna, salmon and eel.
A La Carte Sushi And Sashimi
- Tuna a la Carte - $3.75
- Yellowtail a la Carte - $3.75
- Salmon a la Carte - $3.75
- Eel a la Carte - $3.75
- Shrimp a la Carte - $3.75
- Scallop a la Carte - $3.75
- Octopus a la Carte - $3.75
- Red Clam a la Carte - $3.75
- Squid a la Carte - $3.75
- Jumbo Sweet Shrimp a la Carte - $6
- Crab Stick a la Carte - $3.5
- Egg Custard a la Carte - $3.5
- King Crab a la Carte - $5.5
- White Tuna a la Carte - $3.75
- Striped Bass a la Carte - $3.75
- Fluke a la Carte - $3.75
- Mackerel a la Carte - $3.5
- Spanish Mackerel a la Carte - $3.95
- Sea Urchin a la Carte - $5.95
- Salmon Caviar a la Carte - $5.5
- Black Caviar a la Carte - $4
- Red Caviar a la Carte - $4
- Inari a la Carte - $3.5
- Smoked Salmon a la Carte - $3.75
Akami Sashimi Roll
All roll, no rice.
- Spicy Tuna Sashimi Roll - $13.95: Inside tuna wrapped spicy tuna and cucumber and topped with all tuna. No rice. Spicy.
- Japan 1 Sashimi Roll - $13.95: Inside shrimp tempura and spicy tuna, spicy salmon and spicy white tuna and topped with all crabmeat. No rice.
- Christmas Sashimi Roll - $13.95: Inside salmon, yellowtail and spicy tuna crunch, middle all avocado, topped with all white tuna and wasabi tobiko. No rice.
- OMG Sashimi Roll - $13.95: Inside lobster salad, shrimp tempura and mango wrapped in soy bean paper. Middle is all avocado and all topped with spicy tuna. No rice.
- Eel Sashimi Roll - $13.95: Inside avocado wrapped with cream cheese, cucumber, eel and masago and topped with all eel. No rice.
- White Tuna Sashimi Roll - $13.95: Inside white tuna wrapped with crab, cucumber, eel and masago and topped with all eel. No rice.
- Ocean Sashimi Roll - $13.95: Inside tuna, salmon, yellowtail, eel, cucumber and lettuce, middle all avocado, topped with spicy salmon and black tobiko. No rice.
- New York Sashimi Roll - $13.95: Inside tuna wrapped shrimp tempura, cucumber and avocado topped with crunchy spicy tuna over top with avocado. No rice.
- Russian Dream Sashimi Roll - $13.95: Inside salmon, crab, cucumber, seaweed and eel, middle crunchy spicy salmon, topped with tuna, salmon and eel. No rice.
- Monster Sashimi Roll - $13.95: Inside smoked salmon wrapped with shrimp tempura, cucumber and avocado. Topped with smoked and eel. No rice.
Teriyaki Kitchen Entrees
- Tofu Teriyaki - $16.5: Served with soup or salad and rice.
- Chicken Teriyaki - $19: Served with soup or salad and rice.
- Salmon Teriyaki - $21: Served with soup or salad and rice.
- Steak Teriyaki - $21: Served with soup or salad and rice.
- Shrimp Teriyaki - $21: Served with soup or salad and rice.
- Beef Negimaki - $21: Served with soup or salad and rice.
- Chicken Negimaki - $20: Served with soup or salad and rice.
- Chicken and Salmon Teriyaki - $21: Served with soup or salad and rice.
- Chicken and Shrimp Teriyaki - $21: Served with soup or salad and rice.
- Steak and Shrimp Teriyaki - $21: Served with soup or salad and rice.
- Curry Chicken Teriyaki - $19: Served with soup or salad and rice.
- Curry Shrimp Teriyaki - $21: Served with soup or salad and rice.
Tempura Kitchen Entrees
- Vegetable Tempura - $15.95: Served with soup or salad and rice.
- Chicken and Vegetable Tempura - $18.95: Served with soup or salad and rice.
- Shrimp and Vegetable Tempura - $19.95: Served with soup or salad and rice.
- Shrimp Tempura - $19.95: Served with soup or salad and rice.
Katsu Kitchen Entrees
- Pork Katsu - $17.95: Served with soup or salad and rice.
- Chicken Katsu - $17.95: Served with soup or salad and rice.
- Fish Katsu - $18.95: Served with soup or salad and rice.
Akami Fried Rice
- Chicken Fried Rice - $13.95
- Shrimp Fried Rice - $13.95
- Beef Fried Rice - $13.95
- Vegetable Fried Rice - $12: Vegetarian.
Akami Grill Entrees
- Grilled Chilean Sea Bass - $24.95: Served with soup or salad and rice.
- Grilled Garlic Shrimp - $21: Served with soup or salad and rice.
- Grilled Miso Salmon - $21: Served with soup or salad and rice.
- Miso Black Cod - $26: Served with soup or salad and rice.
- King of the Sea - $30: Shrimp, scallop, salmon and lobster with lemon butter sauce. Served with soup or salad and rice.
- Basil Chicken - $19: Served with soup or salad and rice.
- Basil Beef - $21: Served with soup or salad and rice.
- Basil Shrimp - $21: Served with soup or salad and rice.
Noodles
- Pad Thai - $14.95: Choice of protein. Served with soup or salad.
- Nebeyaki Udon - $17.5: Shrimp tempura, chicken, fish cake, vegetable and egg in noodle soup. Served with soup or salad.
- Tempura Udon - $16.5: Shrimp tempura and vegetable in noodles soup. Served with soup or salad.
- Ramen Noodle Soup - $14.95: Served with choice of protein, fish cake, kimchi, egg and assorted vegetables in spicy soup. Served with soup or salad.
- Yaki Udon - $15.5: Served with soup or salad.
- Yaki Soba - $15.5: Served with soup or salad.
- Noodle Soup - $15.5: Served with soup or salad.
- Beef Noodle - $16.95: Served with soup or salad.
- Chicken Noodle - $14.95: Served with soup or salad.
- Shrimp Noodle - $16.95: Served with soup or salad.
Roll And Hand Roll
- California Roll - $6.5
- Boston Roll - $7
- Alaskan Roll - $7.5
- Philadelphia Roll - $7.5
- Rock Shrimp Avocado Roll - $7.5
- Tuna Roll - $7
- Salmon Roll - $7
- Yellowtail with Scallion Roll - $7
- Eel Avocado Roll - $8
- Eel Cucumber Roll - $8
- Salmon Skin Roll - $7.95
- Spicy Tuna Roll - $8: Spicy.
- Spicy Salmon Roll - $8: Spicy.
- Spicy Yellowtail Roll - $8: Spicy.
- Spicy White Tuna Roll - $8: Spicy.
- Spicy Crab Roll - $8: Spicy.
- Shrimp Tempura Roll - $8
- Oyster Tempura Roll - $8
- Yellowtail Jalapeno Roll - $8
- Crunch Spicy California Roll - $7.5: Spicy.
- Snow Crab Avocado Roll - $8
- Crunch Shrimp Roll - $8: Spicy mango shrimp jalapeno with tobiko crunch outside.
- Mexican Roll - $8: Spicy salmon jalapeno with crunch tobiko on the top.
- Christmas Roll - $8: Tuna, avocado and cream cheese with tobiko outside.
- Chicken Tempura Roll - $8
- Crunchy Spicy Scallop Roll - $8: Scallop, tobiko and crunch with spicy sauce. Spicy.
- Shrimp Asparagus Roll - $7.5
- Salmon Avocado Roll - $8
- Tuna Avocado Roll - $8
- White Tuna Jalapeno Roll - $8
Vegetable Roll And Hand Roll
- Avocado Roll - $5.95: Vegetarian.
- Cucumber Roll - $5.95: Vegetarian.
- Shiitake Roll - $5.95: Vegetarian.
- Peanut Avocado Roll - $5.95: Vegetarian.
- Asparagus Roll - $5.95: Vegetarian.
- Yama Gobo Roll - $5.95: Vegetarian.
- Carrot Cucumber Roll - $5.95: Vegetarian.
- Kanpyo Roll - $5.95: Vegetarian.
- Oshinko Roll - $5.95: Vegetarian.
- Sweet Potato Roll - $5.95: Vegetarian.
- Pumpkin Tempura Roll - $5.95: Vegetarian.
- Inari Avocado Roll - $5.95: Vegetarian.
- AAC Roll - $6.25: Vegetarian.
- House Vegetable Roll - $8: Seaweed salad, oshinko, avocado, cucumber, kampyo and yamagobo. Vegetarian.
- Avocado Cucumber Roll - $5.95: Vegetarian.
Maki Roll Combination
- A. Maki Roll Combination - $18.95: California roll, tuna roll and yellowtail roll. Served with soup or salad.
- B. Maki Roll Combination - $20.95: Spicy tuna roll, salmon avocado roll and eel cucumber roll. Served with soup or salad.
- C. Maki Roll Combination - $20.95: Spicy tuna crunch roll, spicy salmon roll and spicy yellowtail roll. Served with soup or salad.
- D. Maki Roll Combination - $17.95: Avocado roll, shiitake roll, asparagus roll and cucumber carrot roll. Served with soup or salad.
Chef's Special Roll
- Queen Roll - $13.5: Crispy salmon and avocado topped spicy salmon and sweet chili sauce.
- Tokyo Roll - $13.95: Kani tempura and cream cheese topped spicy tuna and sweet chili sauce.
- Akami Roll - $15.95: Shrimp tempura and avocado topped with spicy crab black tobiko and eel sauce.
- Honey Moon Roll - $14.5: BBQ eel and avocado topped smoked salmon and eel sauce.
- Romantic Roll - $15.5: Shrimp tempura inside with creamy lobster salad and caviar on top.
- Spider Roll - $13.5: Gently fried soft shell crab, smelt roe, avocado, lettuce, cucumber, spicy mayo and eel sauce.
- Green Dragon Roll - $13.5: BBQ eel, cucumber and avocado caviar on top.
- King Dragon Roll - $14.5: Salmon, crabmeat, avocado, eel and avocado on top.
- Volcano Roll - $12.95: Assorted fish roll fried with chef special sauce.
- Rainbow Roll - $13.5: Crabmeat, avocado, cucumber and raw fish on top.
- Manhattan Roll - $14.95: Shrimp tempura and spicy tuna on top.
- Up Town Hot Girl Roll - $14.95: Spicy white tuna, cucumber, crunch, pepper, tuna, scallion and caviar with three kinds of chili sauce.
- American Dream Roll - $14.95: Yellowtail, salmon, avocado and three kinds of caviar on top.
- Mounting Fuji Roll - $14.95: Salmon, avocado, cucumber and cream cheese and snow crab on top.
- Tornado Roll - $15.5: Lobster tempura, asparagus, caviar and kawara with eel sauce.
- Dinosaur Roll - $14.95: Spicy crabmeat, cucumber and crunchy inside, topped with whole piece eel and eel sauce.
- Tiger Roll - $14.5: Eel avocado topped snow crab and spicy mayo sauce.
- New York Roll - $15.5: Spicy tuna and jalapeno crunchy topped with salmon and spicy mayonnaise.
- Titanic Maki Roll - $13.5: Spicy salmon and crunch topped with avocado and red tobiko.
- Crazy Roll - $15.5: King crab and avocado topped with spicy tuna, crunch scallion and special seaweed.
- Fantastic Roll - $14.5: Shrimp tempura inside with eel, avocado and masago on top.
- Inchiban Roll - $13.5: Shrimp, cucumber, jalapeno and crunchy spicy snow crab on top.
- Phoenix Roll - $13.5: White fish tempura and jalapeno crunchy topped with shrimp, avocado and wasabi tobiko.
- Amazing Roll - $13.5: Snow crab, avocado, shrimp, tobiko and crunchy mayonnaise inside soybean seaweed with chili sauce.
- Fire Island Roll - $14.5: Spicy tuna and jalapeno crunch topped with snow crab chili sauce.
- Mango Shrimp Roll - $13.5: Shrimp, kani and jalapeno with crunch topped with sliced mango and mango sauce.
- Crispy Spicy Tuna Roll - $12.95: Inside lightly fried spicy tuna and avocado, topped with masago, scallion, spicy mayo and eel sauce. Spicy.
- Crispy Spicy Salmon Roll - $12.95: Inside lightly fried spicy salmon and avocado topped with masago, scallion, spicy mayo and eel sauce. Spicy.
- Excellent Roll - $14.95: Spicy tuna, avocado and kani on top with tuna, eel sauce and scallion.
Sushi Bar Entrees
- Sushi Dinner - $26: 10 pieces of sushi tuna roll. Served with soup or salad.
- Sashimi Dinner - $28: Assorted fresh raw fish. Served with soup or salad.
- Su Sa for 1 - $29: 5 pieces of sushi, 9 pieces of sashimi and spicy crab crunch roll. Served with soup or salad.
- Chirashi - $26.95: Assorted sliced raw fish on beef of seasoned rice. Served with soup or salad.
- American Sushi - $29: 3 pieces of tuna, 3 pieces of salmon, 3 pieces of yellowtail and spicy tuna crunch roll. Served with soup or salad.
- Tri-Color Sashimi - $29: 15 pieces of sashimi, 5 pieces of tuna, 5 pieces of salmon and 5 pieces of yellowtail. Served with soup or salad.
- Tekka Don - $26: Sliced tuna over seasoned rice. Served with soup or salad.
- Salmon Don - $26: Sliced salmon over seasoned rice. Served with soup or salad.
- Unagi Don - $26: Served with soup or salad.
- Akami Sushi for 2 - $68: 20 pieces of sushi spicy crunch tuna roll and chef's special roll. Served with soup or salad.
- Love Boat - $70: 10 pieces of sushi, 18 pieces of sashimi, eel avocado roll and chef's special roll. Served with soup or salad.
Dinner Bento Box
- Dinner Bento Box - $21.95: Choice of an item with shumai, California roll, vegetable tempura, soup, salad and rice.
Hibachi
- Chicken Hibachi - $19: Served with rice, soup or salad and red pepper, mushroom and zucchini.
- Salmon Hibachi - $20: Served with rice, soup or salad and red pepper, mushroom and zucchini.
- Shrimp Hibachi - $20: Served with rice, soup or salad and red pepper, mushroom and zucchini.
- Steak Hibachi - $21: Served with rice, soup or salad and red pepper, mushroom and zucchini.
- Scallop Hibachi - $21: Served with rice, soup or salad and red pepper, mushroom and zucchini.
- Shrimp and Steak Hibachi - $21: Served with rice, soup or salad and red pepper, mushroom and zucchini.
- Chicken and Shrimp Hibachi - $21: Served with rice, soup or salad and red pepper, mushroom and zucchini.
- Steak and Chicken Hibachi - $21: Served with rice, soup or salad and red pepper, mushroom and zucchini.
Side Orders
- Side of Eel Sauce - $1
- Side of Spicy Mayo - $1: Spicy.
- Side of Ginger Dressing - $1
- Small White Rice - $3
- Side of Sushi Rice - $3.5
- Side of Brown Rice - $3
Drinks
- Soda - $1.95
- Snapple - $2.95
- Perrier Water - $2.95
- Spring Water - $1.75
- Japanese Soft Drink - $3.5
Desserts
- Mochi - $5.5
- Ice Cream - $5
- Fried Banana - $3.95
- Tempura Ice Cream - $6.5
- Tempura Cheesecake - $6.5
- Swiss Roll Cake - $7.5: 1 order contains 4 mini cakes
Frequently Asked Questions about Akami Sushi
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- Akami Sushi offers a broad selection including sushi, sashimi, hibachi, and bento boxes, catering to 32 dietary tags like vegan and keto.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- Akami Sushi offers over 30 dietary options including vegan, keto, and gluten-free choices like Steak Hibachi and the Fire Island Roll.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Akami Sushi specializes in Japanese cuisine, featuring a variety of sushi, sashimi, nigiri, and various hibachi-style dishes.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- First-time visitors should try the three-roll lunch special at this budget-friendly Japanese restaurant, which maintains a 4.0/5 rating for quality.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- Akami Sushi is a casual, budget-friendly ($) restaurant known for lunch specials and reliable takeout service within an intimate atmosphere.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- Rated 4.0/5, this budget-friendly ($) restaurant offers fantastic value, particularly for its high-quality sushi and three-roll lunch special.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided data for Akami Sushi does not specify the exact number of reviews the restaurant has received.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- The main concern mentioned is that some cooked dishes, specifically the shrimp bento box, were found to be lacking seasoning.
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