Inoko Hibachi Express – Japanese
Inoko Hibachi Express offers a vibrant, fast-paced escape where the sizzle of the grill and the crisp snap of golden tempura create an inviting symphony of Japanese comfort. Hand-rolled maki sushi and tender chicken katsu are served alongside artfully arranged bento boxes, offering a balanced tapestry of textures and savory flavors. Whether grabbing a quick bite of pan-seared gyoza or enjoying a colorful seaweed salad, diners find a seamless blend of traditional culinary artistry and modern convenience.
1860 Barnett Shoals Road, Athens 30605 https://inokoathens.com/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Japanese
Price range: $
Dietary options: vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free, nut-free, high-protein, keto, low-carb, gluten-free, halal, pescatarian, plant-based, low-fat, sugar-free, mediterranean, whole30, paleo, diabetic, heart-healthy, low-cholesterol, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, carnivore, tlc, detox, aip, low-fodmap, alkaline, macrobiotic, slow-carb, candida, lectin-free
Currently closed
Hours
- Tuesday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests love the extensive Asian buffet selection, where standout dishes include fresh sushi, classic Chinese favorites, and a variety of ice cream flavors. Celebrated for its generous portions and casual dining experience, reviewers highlight that the spacious layout ensures seating is rarely an issue even during busy times. Diners praise the satisfying variety that ensures no one leaves hungry, making it a reliable choice for those seeking a wide range of flavors in a comfortable, large-scale setting.
Menu
- Edamame - $5.45: Lightly salted boiled soy beans.
- Seaweed Salad - $5.25: Mixed seaweed in sesame marinade.
- Harumaki (4) - $7.45
- Chicken Katsu - $8.95: Panko breaded chicken breast.
- Mixed Tempura - $8.75: Vegetables and shrimp. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Gyoza (8) - $9.25: Fried pork and vegetable dumpling. 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, Carnivore, TLC, Detox, AIP, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Potato Croquette (2) - $4.95: Fried panko breaded and fried calamari rings. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Candida
- 2 Rolls Maki Sushi - $14.95: Choice of any Regular Maki rolls or Yum Yum/ Fried California/ Fried Bagel Roll Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Candida, Lectin-Free
- 1 Roll Maki Sushi Combo - $10.95: Choice of any 1 regular Maki Roll or yum yum/fried California/fried Bagel and one side: Salad/steamed rice, edamame, seaweed salads. 2pc Harumaki or 4cp Gyoza Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Bento Box #1 - $17.95: Grilled chicken, rice, 1 regular maki roll and 3 pieces gyoza. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol, Macrobiotic
- Bento Box #2 - $18.95: Grilled steak or shrimp, rice, 1 regular maki roll and 3 pieces gyoza.
- Chicken Bowl - $9.95: Choice of any style grilled chicken with a double portion of rice.
- Steak Bowl - $12.95: Choice of any style grilled thin sliced steak. Cooked with mushroom, green onion and sesame seeds on top
- Pork Chashu Rice Bowl - $11.95: Japanese BBQ pork with rice, topped with green onion, sesame seeds and teriyaki sauce.
- Chicken Chasu Rice Bowl - $11.95: Japanese BBQ chicken topped with green onion, sesame seeds and sweet soy glaze.
- Goma Chicken - $12.25: Chicken cooked with goma sauce and choice of mushroom, broccoli or both topped with green onion, sesame seeds and teriyaki sauce.
- Dawg Bowl - $14.75: Fried white fish on top of sushi rice, add avocado slices, seaweed, sesame seeds, smelt roe, drizzle w/eel sauce and spicy mayo
- Chicken Karaage Bowl - $9.95: Crispy chicken nuggets
- Chicken and Sushi Combo - $14.95: Shogayaki chicken served with rice and one regular maki sushi roll.
- Shrimp Bowl - $11.95: Grilled shrimp and rice.
- Ultimate Vegetable Bowl - $9.95: Smaller portion of ultimate vegetable and rice.
- Tofu Bowl - $9.95: Grilled tofu and rice.
- Filet Mignon Bowl - $14.95: Filet mignon and rice.
- Steak - $14.25
- Chicken Karaage - $11.95: Crispy chicken nuggets.
- Hawaiian Chicken - $11.95: Pineapple cooked with chicken.
- Shrimp - $14.5
- Ultimate Vegetable - $10.5
- Steak & Chicken - $15.95
- Steak & Shrimp - $16.75
- Chicken & Shrimp - $15.95
- Filet Mignon (6 oz.) - $17.25
- Filet Mignon & Chicken - $18.95
- Filet Mignon & Shrimp - $19.75
- Inoko Combo - $17.95: Steak, shrimp, and chicken.
- Surf & Turf - $15.95: Chicken and tempura white fish.
- Chicken - $11.75
- Tofu - $12.5
- Shogayaki Chicken - $11.95: Japanese BBQ chicken topped with green onion, sasame seeds and teriyaki sauce
- Shrimp Tempura Dinner - $12.95: Served with Rice & Salad.
- White Fish Tempura Dinner - $11.25: Served with Rice & Salad.
- Mixed Tempura Dinner - $13.95: Served with Rice & Salad.
- Chicken Katsu Dinner - $11.25: Served with Rice & Salad.
- Tuna Roll - $8.95
- California Roll - $8.95: Crabstick, cucumber, and avocado.
- Salmon Roll - $9.25: Fresh salmon and cucumber.
- Spicy Tuna Roll - $8.95: Tuna, hot sauce.
- Yellowtail Roll - $9.25
- Eel Roll - $8.95: Barbecued fish, cucumber, eel sauce.
- Shrimp Roll - $9.25: Boiled shrimp, mayo, smelt roe.
- Bulldog Roll - $9.75: Tempura white fish, smelt roe, avocado, eel sauce.
- Spicy Bulldog Roll - $9.75: Tempura white fish, smelt roe, avocado, spicy mayo.
- Crunch Roll - $9.25: Boiled shrimp, cucumber, mayo, tempura flakes.
- Spicy Crunch Roll - $9.25: Boiled shrimp, cucumber, tempura flakes, spicy mayo.
- Tempura Roll - $10.25: Tempura Shrimp, smelt roe, avocado.
- Bagel Roll - $9.75: Smoked salmon, avocado, cream cheese.
- Crazy Horse Roll - $9.5: California Roll topped with smelt roe.
- ISR (Inoko Special Roll) - $12.45: Spicy tuna, cream cheese, avocado, tempura fried, w/smelt roe, Japanese mayo, samurai sauce, and sesame seed on top.
- Pink Lady Roll - $12.45: Avocado, cucumber, cream cheese, tempura crunch, w/ boiled shrimp, spicy mayo, and eel sauce on top.
- Spider Roll - $12.75: Panko breaded fried softshell crab, cucumber, avocado, and smelt roe.
- Fried California Roll - $11.5: Crabstick and avocado panko breaded and deep fried.
- Yum Yum Roll - $12.25: Spicy tuna, cream cheese, tempura fried outside.
- Fried Bagel Roll - $12.45: Bagel roll panko breaded and fried.
- Sunshine Roll - $12.25: Tuna, salmon, cream cheese, cucumber, and avocado, tempura fried outside.
- Rainbow Roll - $12.75: California roll with salmon, yellowtail, and shrimp and smelt roe on top.
- Samurai Roll - $12.45: Fresh salmon, spicy mayo, crunch, salmon sesame seed and special sauce on top.
- Lady Bug Roll - $12.45: Tempura shrimp, smelt roe, avocado, cucumber, crab stick, rolled in pink soy paper, spicy mayo, and eel sauce.
- Tempura Udon - $13.95: Thick cut noodles in broth, served with assorted tempura.
- Niku Udon - $13.75: Thick cut noodles in broth, topped with thin sliced steak.
- Pork Udon - $13.5: Thick-cut noodles in broth, topped with thin sliced pork.
- Chicken Chasu Udon - $13.5: Thick-cut noodles in broth, topped with thin chicken chashu.
- Shoyu Ramen - $13.95: Soy sauce and chicken broth with pork or Shogayaki chicken and Aji Tama (boiled) egg
- Tonkotsu Ramen - $13.95: Rich pork bone broth with pork or Shogayaki chicken and Aji Tama (boiled) egg
- Shio Ramen - $13.95: Clear vegetable stock with pork or Shogayaki chicken and Aji Tama (boiled) egg
- Miso Ramen - $13.95: Soy bean miso broth with pork or Shogayaki chicken and Aji Tama (boiled) egg
- Cucumber Roll - $4.95
- Avocado Roll - $6.95
- Tempura Sweet Potato Roll - $4.95
- Tempura Zucchini Roll - $4.95
- Inari Sushi (2) - $4.75: Sweet tofu pockets filled with rice.
- Side Salad - $3.25: Mixed greens.
- Large House Salad - $9.25: Mixed greens, avocado, cucumber, mushrooms, and broccoli.
- Grilled Chicken Salad - $11.75: Large house salad topped with chicken.
- Kids Teriyaki Chicken - $7.75: Served with Rice & Your Choice of Sauce.
- Kids Grilled Shrimp - $8.75: Served with Rice & Your Choice of Sauce.
- Kids Teriyaki Steak - $8.75: Served with Rice & Your Choice of Sauce.
- Kids Chicken Fingers - $8.95: Served with Rice & Your Choice of Sauce.
- Steamed Rice - $2.25
- Fried Rice - $3.25
- Udon Noodles - $6.95
- Onion Soup - $1.95
- Grilled Zucchini & Onion - $2.75
- Grilled Mixed Vegetables - $3.5
- Side Steak - $8.25
- Side Chicken - $5.95
- Side Shrimp - $8.5
- Side Tofu - $8.25
- Side Filet Mignon - $9.75
- Ramen Noodle - $7.95
- Side Chicken Karaage - $5.95
- Side Pork Chashu - $5.95
- Side Chicken Chashu - $5.95
- Grilled White Fish - $7.25
- Tempura White Fish - $5.95
- Yellow Sauce - $0.35
- Teriyaki Sauce - $0.35
- Ginger Sauce - $0.35
- Hot Sauce - $0.35
- Fukuhara Sauce - $0.35
- Eel Sauce - $0.35
- Soft Drink - $2.5
- Sweet Tea - $2.5
- Unsweet Tea - $2.5
- Hot Green Tea - $2.25
Frequently Asked Questions about Inoko Hibachi Express
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- Vegan options include udon noodles and side tofu, while keto and low-carb choices feature side filet mignon, shrimp, and tofu.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- This restaurant is unique for its extensive Asian buffet, generous portions, and spacious seating that accommodates large groups without wait times.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Side Filet Mignon and Side Shrimp both accommodate keto and gluten-free diets, along with paleo, whole30, and dairy-free requirements.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- The restaurant offers a casual, spacious, and comfortable dining environment with a large-scale layout that ensures seating is rarely an issue.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- This budget-friendly Japanese restaurant stands out for its extensive buffet selection, generous portions, and spacious seating despite a 3.0/5 rating.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided restaurant data for Inoko Hibachi Express does not contain information regarding the specific number of customer reviews.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Inoko Hibachi Express specializes in Japanese cuisine, featuring hibachi, sushi, bento boxes, and a variety of Asian buffet selections.
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- This budget-friendly restaurant is family-friendly, offering a spacious layout, extensive buffet with ice cream, and specific kids' grilled shrimp meals.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- This restaurant has an official website at https://inokoathens.com/, though the provided information does not specify online ordering features.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- This budget-friendly Japanese buffet is better suited for casual, large-scale dining than special occasions, given its 3.0/5 rating and fast-paced atmosphere.