Really great neighborhood sushi spot! Excellent food at a good value and the staff was great. Will be coming back next time I'm in the area! Food: I had one of the bento combos and it came with miso soup, a side salad, and a large dinner plate. The first thing that stood out to me was how much of everything came with the bento. On top of that, everything was very fresh and tasty. The dragon roll was also very good! Service/Ambiance: The staff here was very friendly. The restaurant isn't huge so I'd imagine it could get pretty packed during a lunch or dinner rush. There a few parking spots out front in the plaza, but also lots of street parking nearby. Price: For the quality and portions of the food, I would say this is a great value. The bento was around ~25 and the roll was ~18 which is pretty standard in 2026 read more

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A decent Japanese dining experience in Wedgwood with some hits and misses. We had a big table and the place was packed, so on the positive side the staff is very friendly and welcoming, they quickly took our 12+ orders and repeated them to make sure it was right, and always kept our water glasses full. The sushi bowls and rolls are huge portions and they tasted good, and I appreciate the warm sushi rice underneath (hate when it's cold). Finally, we were celebrating a birthday so we appreciated them bringing out a complimentary dessert and it was very cute having them play the birthday song on the speakers so the whole restaurant sang along! On the misses, the spicy salmon hand roll was extremely salty to the point where it was burning my tongue. The hot dishes like the salmon chanchan yaki and chicken teriyaki were bland and overcooked, didn't even want to bring leftovers home. And the sushi took FOREVER to come out, at least 15 minutes after the hot dishes, so be warned if it's busy. Parking is also very limited on site so that;s another warning if you're going during busy times. read more

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This meal was one of those dinners where every dish felt intentional with fresh ingredients! The sushi rolls were the immediate showstoppers. The rainbow roll was the best! Each plate came out looking like a little celebration, bright roe, silky slices of fish, creamy avocado, and just the right amount of crunch. The tender octopus with the bright cucumber that made it feel like the perfect palate opener. The seaweed salad was equally satisfying. It was fresh, and full of that sweet flavor that hits exactly right. Altogether, this was a dinner that felt fresh, vibrant, and deeply satisfying. Plus the service was great and the staff were very helpful. read more

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What's cool about Akebono is they make their curry from scratch. My favorite is the Karage Curry. There are other good things on the menu like the bento boxes but I end up getting the curry every time because theirs is a unique curry. The times we have been there the service has been friendly and the food arrives in a decent time. It's got nice window light. The only downside is they use a cleaning solution on the tables that has a distinct bleachy smell when you walk in the door. I'm all for clean tables but would be nice if they used a cleaning solution that was less strong smelling. You do get used to it after a little bit. read more

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My hubs and I ate here for lunch on a weekday and it was very tasty. There were some hits and misses, but more hits overall. My bento box with shrimp and vegetable tempura, grilled salmon, rice, and pork katsu was substantial and delicious. The tempura and salmon were especially good, but the katsu was tasteless and lacking salt. My hubs ordered the chicken karaage curry and loved it. I tasted it and it was indeed delicious. We both didn't like how the salad had been in the fridge for too long--the edges of the lettuce had that pink rusty look--but we appreciated receiving a salad and miso soup with our lunch orders. It rounded out our meals nicely. We did not appreciate smelling the extremely strong bleach scent several times after the waiter wiped down the tables of departing diners. Appreciate the commitment to cleanliness but bleach is too strong to use while people are eating. Overall, our waiter was good, ambiance was pleasant, and the food was delicious. If we're in Wedgwood again, we'd try Akebono again. read more

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So good! My partner and I visited on a weekday and it was still absolutely packed! It seems like reservations can be made and I would suggest one especially if you are oging during the dinner rush. We were seated pretty quickly even though we had to wait for a table. The restaurant is very small so waiting inside can be difficult. Once we got seated, we got to browsing the menu. We both settled on bowls and one roll to share. I got the salmon ikura bowl which featured great slices of seared salmon. The bowl was DELICIOUS! My partner decided to try the salmon and tuna bowl and reported that both the salmon and the tuna were great quality. I would say that a bowl to ourselves and a roll was more than enough food so the portions are great. The service was very friendly too :) A great spot for a night out! read more

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Today, we decided to actually visit Akebono in person for a bite. Previously we have ordered delivery. We arrived a few minutes before the restaurant was closing after it's early service and the front staff were kind enough to let us order and stay. Another couple was just leaving and we were the only customers at the time. Service was fast! We didn't have to wait very long to receive our order. Akebono is not a very large space with a few tables and counter seats. We ordered the fried Oyster Set (miso soup, oysters, salad, and rice), the California Roll, Shrimp Tempura Roll, Orange Roll, Salmon Roll. Everything was fresh and delicious! We definitely plan to return. On our next visit we'd like to see the health department rating change from good to excellent. Let's get it done! read more

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Our group of 10 went for a friend's birthday party and the staff was very accommodating and kind, shout out Christina! Ordered: Spicy edamame, solid, nothing too crazy. Chicken Karaage - well cooked, good crispiness. Pork Cutlet Plate - salad was nice and the pork katsu was delicious, a little tough on some pieces though. Some friends ordered ramen and it was super mid, did not have some of the typical toppings. Others ordered sushi and enjoyed it. Prices were reasonable. Teetering between 3-4 here, given the good service for a large party we will go with 4 stars. read more

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It's so hard to find a sushi spot open on Sundays for lunch which is when I usually want sushi lol We've been a couple times and the waitress there is sooooo friendly and on top of it. We like the curry, sushi rolls, gyudon and are excited to try more! Also tried the chirashi and thought the fish quality was good! read more

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This place was great I got the pork cutlet curry and it was great! Staff was super friendly, I would definitely recommend! It's also so cute inside it felt traditional. read more

First time trying this place and it was pretty solid! Not the best Japanese food I've ever had, but also not the worst hahaha. Prob a solid 3.5-4 star for food. I like to try a variety of things at Japanese joints, so I went w the veggie tempura, spicy tuna hand roll, and their chicken karaage curry (the homie got one of their sashimi sets). The veggie tempura came out first. It was nice and fresh with onion, squash, carrots, okra, and I think that was it. 3.5/5 The spicy tuna hand roll was a good 4/5! The tuna was tasty, which is a huge plus bc WA tuna is sooo hit or miss. Only thing I wasn't a huge fan of was the texture of the seaweed they used. The chicken karaage curry was a 4-4.5/5. Tbh this might be biased bc I can down HELLA curry if it's good lmao. Anyways, yeah. I'd say it's worth checking out! Da parking lot is kinda tiny so keep that in mind. read more

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I came here on a Sunday for lunch with a party of two and was able to be seated immediately at the bar. I got sushi, a side salad, and the pork cutlet curry. I really loved my pork cutlet curry! The gravy was super tasty and the pork cutlet was crispy but also super tender. It's definitely the best Japanese curry I've had in Seattle so far. Also the portion was large and I was able to take some leftovers home which is always a plus. Definitely excited to come back. read more

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I came here for dinner with a friend last Sunday, and this is definitely my new top Japanese restaurant in the Seattle area! The price and portions are reasonable, affordable, and tasty, and the service is excellent. I ordered the chicken karaage curry and crème brûlée for dessert, and my friend ordered a beer and Sakura roll, which took longer to arrive. When the curry plate was served, I surprised by how big the dish was. It's no wonder the server asked if we were sharing the plate! The curry is very flavorful, and the karaage was perfectly crisp and tender. I couldn't finish the dish on my own, so I had enough leftover for second meal to enjoy the following day. After the curry was served, around 15 minutes later, I was getting worried that my friend's order was forgotten. When she asked a passing server, we were reassured and told the sushi preparation was backed up. My friend received her order around 5 minutes later, and we were both impressed by the presentation and amount given (unfortunately, I forgot to take a picture of the sushi). I got to try some of her sushi, and I personally believe the taste was worth the wait! I'd love to order one the next time I visit. My dessert was served later after our food was eaten, and throughout our meal a server would come by occasionally to check in on us. I really appreciate how attentive the service is despite the restaurant space being small and busy. Overall, the delicious food and clear communication added to a really enjoyable experience. I honestly don't have much else to critique. I'm looking forward to coming back and sharing this restaurant to my friends and family! read more

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Akebono is a four months old sushi restaurant in Ravenna. Naturally, it is new and pretty. The owner is the sushi chef who was also working at the sushi counter (always a good sign) when we went. Three enthusiastic and exuberant servers kept the restaurant floor running smoothly. Bravo to them. The seafood quality is excellent, ditto for the fish to rice ratio for both nigiri and rolls. The tempura is acceptable, though not the best. This is a neighborhood gem with reasonable prices that is very worth going. We are adding this to our U-district area rotation when we desire sushi. The Food: Toro, $18, and Snow Crab, $12, Nigiri - 5 Stars Excellent quality fish cuts at reasonable prices for this area. They provided freshly grated genuine wasabi with this pair. That never happened anywhere else unless I was eating omakase. 5 Stars! Salmon Trio Nigiri, $13 - 4.5 Stars Also excellent quality and cuts of salmon on each nigiri. I appreciate each piece is dressed differently. Cherry Blossom Roll, $19 - 4.5 Stars Menu: Salmon, avocado, cucumber, topped with albacore tuna, tobiko, fried onion, scallion, amazu sauce Hubby really liked this. Each bite is fish filled. The server mentioned this is one of their top sellers. Mexican Roll, $17 - 4.5 Stars Menu: Spicy tuna, cucumber, topped with hamachi, avocado, jalapeno, spicy sauce, cilantro, lemon sauce I picked off some/most of the cilantro before eating. It was a bit much. I chose this roll for the hamachi on top. The combination was quite good. Shrimp Tempura set, $14 - 4 Stars The menu says 6 pieces of shrimp tempura, but it comes with vegetables. I welcome them! The crispiness and sizes are good, but they don't quite have as much of the panko flakes on the outside for that airy look. The overall rating is 4.5 Stars. I am rounding up due to service. read more

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Great new Japanese restaurant in the area! Fish is very fresh, flavors are authentic and we like the restaurant space! They have a parking lot in front and plenty of indoor seating. My husband and I got a variety of rolls and everything tastes very delicious! We really love the Akebobo roll! The omelette was also very tasty! We will definitely be back to try more of their items! read more

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Akebono seems like a well-loved neighborhood spot, on a Wednesday night at around 6:30 pm, the small restaurant was completely full! We were still seated fairly quickly and service was quite fast. We tried the cherry blossom roll and the salmon tuna rice bowl. The fish quality was really delicious and the bowl was a very large portion! read more

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Came here on a Wednesday for dinner with a large group. I called ahead to make same day reservations and they made accommodations to have the 9 of us seated in the back! Parking is tough since the lot is small but we walked from our nearby Airbnb. A few of us ordered tonkotsu ramen, some ordered sushi rolls, temaki (hand rolls) and I ordered the karaage chicken curry with the chicken on the side. Karaage chicken itself was nice and hot, with a light crispy outside and meaty inside. It came with around 5 large chunks of chicken. The curry was on the lighter side, not as strong and flavorful as I enjoy my Japanese curry. Per the menu it seemed like it was made in house, but I couldn't really tell if it was just boxed curry. Everyone else seemed to enjoy their meals without any complaint except that the guys were still pretty hungry after one roll each. Friends said the ramen was pretty good! Once we were done, they were in no rush to bring the check or ask us to leave, giving us plenty of time to chat and catch up. Gratuity of 18% was already added to our large party. I'm no Seattle local but I think this is a decent option for Japanese food! They spotted an omakase option but I'm not sure if I would order that myself. Worth checking out! read more

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My mom's favorite food is Japanese so I decided to take her to try a new place. Fortunately, we were able to find a parking spot inside this small strip mall. The establishment decor was simple and clean. I ordered the dragon rolls ($16) fried oyster plate ($18) and mom got the Sashimi Bento A ($26). Miso soup and salad arrived promptly followed by the dragon rolls. The rolls were made well and tasted fresh. The oysters lacked flavor even after I added soy sauce to the tartar sauce. It came with a bowl of rice which I didn't touch because it wasn't needed to compliment or neutralize anything salty. Mom's 3 karaage chicken chunks were tough but she enjoyed the sashimi. Our waitress offered to refill our miso soup which we accepted. Service was attentive. When our waitress presented me with the handheld credit card device, it showed a $70 total with no breakdown. In hindsight, I should have asked for a detail receipt to make sure we were charged correctly. Items were $16+$18+26-=$60 and even with a 10.35 % tax, it should be around $66.21 unless we were charged for the miso refill? The total after tax and 15% tip was $80.23 for the two of us. Our experience was ok, but it would have been better if we were given a detailed receipt and were told if something was going to cost extra. read more

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Every neighborhood needs a good, reliable, reasonably priced sushi joint...and I'm so glad this place is here! Our first time here and we were very impressed. They have a pretty extensive menu; from sushi, katsu, rice bowls, curry, ramen, and the list goes on and on! Even a kids bento meal that comes with a Caprisun! We had the pink spider roll, tuna poki bowl, Chirashi bowl, and a kids meal. For being a small neighborhood Japanese restaurant, everything was very good and tasted fresh! And was beautifully presented. Very friendly and quick service! it's a lot bigger than what it looks from the outside. Although the parking lot is tiny. You're better off finding street parking across the street. I highly recommend this place! We will be definitely coming back to try more!! read more

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Akebono Maple Leaf, Seattle Although food wasn't exceptional, it was pretty good. We had the Salmon Ikura Bowl and the Chirashi. Fish was fresh, artfully presented. The sushi rice was a bit loose, very subtle vinegar flavor. It could have used more. But sprinkling furikake added depth. The restaurant lacks ambience, or didn't put any thought on the decor. Pretty straightforward. Location isn't ideal and parking difficult and limited. Service is attentive and friendly. Prices are not bad. I would give it another try, maybe just to try the other dishes. read more

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Wow! So nice to find another yummy Japanese restaurant in the north end of Seattle :) Came here for dinner with friends and overall, it was a pretty pleasant and delicious experience. Things to note: Soft Opening: If you're coming here before May 2nd, please note that Akebono is still in their soft opening phase Parking: Tiny free lot in front of the restaurant, which also serves 5 other small businesses as well Interior: Spacious! If you're coming with a big group, make sure to call in a reservation in case Service: Friendly and attentive! My water cup was never empty for long Menu Options: Extensive list of food here, ranging from sushi, ramen, curry, bento boxes and etc. Food: Opted to share a couple of rolls with my friends and ordered a salmon set meal. --For the rolls, very tasty!! The fire dragon had a nice light spicy kick to it and the Autumn Roll was nicely baked and packed full of flavors. --For the salmon meal, love how it's served on the hot plate to keep the fish warm. Flavor wise, it was a wee bit too sweet for me but texture was great with the softness of the fish. Food Portion: For the entrees, fairly small/individual size. If you want to share dishes, would recommend going with the yummy sushi rolls or appetizers Definitely will swing by again to try other dishes here! read more

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We had various types of sushi, sashimi, rolls and appetizers, and they were all fresh and very delicious. I see why the rating was 4.8 stars. read more

Akebono is consistently fantastic! The freshest fish and always really good portions too. Plus everyone that works there is super nice and they're always very efficient with service! I am so lucky to be living so close and can come here quite often! read more

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Family of 4 for lunch. Lots of experience w Sushi/Japanese restaurants. Service okay. Music not so sure! Tempura done great. Wife's sushi roll a C- My Chicken Teryaki...you can do this on your cooktop...do not order. Our daughter lives nearby...had a great dinner. Took us to lunch. We know restaurants 10 minutes away that know how to cook everything. ​ read more

It is tucked away in a small plaza with limited parking. I ordered the chirashi bowl and the bento box set. The portions were generous and the pricing was affordable. The bento box didn't particularly stand out, but everything was good. I highly recommend the chirashi bowl. All the ingredients tasted fresh and high-quality. My 5/5 rating is for the price point and the quality of the chirashi bowl. read more

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Staff are very friendly and accomodating. Food is generally solid. I've found the chirashi bowl to be consistently good, and would buy it either dine in or take out. Overall, a great addition to the Wedgewood neighborhood and we have been several times since they opened. The interior design/lighting could use a little refinement, but it's not terrible either. read more

Akebono is a newcomer to Wedgewood and judging from the busy dining room, seems to be a much needed Asian option in the neighborhood. The menu is expansive with sushi, rice bowls, set meals and even ramen. After 3 visits, I would say that the sushi, while fresh, could be better. The ratio of rice to fish was high, especially in the rolls, and the cut of the fish was inconsistent. The set meals though were solid, and I really enjoyed the katsudon. Decent options for sake as well. Overall, Akebono is a nice neighborhood spot for Japanese food, and while the sushi could be better, the set meals are a good option and prices are very reasonable. read more

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We are so fortunate to have this new Restaurant in the neighborhood! Everything we tried was amazing! We look forward to coming back and trying it all. Parking is awful! Park on the street or down the street! read more

Akebono Japanese is located in Maple Leaf right in front of a Safeway. Surrounding eateries next to it is a Subway, and a fish n chips place. Parking can be difficult because there might only be 15 spots. The menu of this place is enormous. A lot to choose from, but we always love chirashi. We ordered one of those and a salmon ikura bowl. My chirashi was great. Generous amount of fish/seafood: from salmon. mackerel., tuna, hamachi, scallops, crab, and ikura. The rice was not sticky at all, I think they did not use sushi rice. I had to ask for a spoon because I had difficulty getting the rice with the chopsticks. They however, put some furakake which is good I would love to try other things in the menu when I visit next. They also have bento boxes. We were served miso soup with our dinner and it was piping hot and really good. Service was great. They keep on checking if you are ok, need anything else and what next. Only thing I can say the restaurant was not in a good location or spot. There was a homeless guy infront of the window where I was seated and he make me uncomfortable because he was throwing rocks not on people but on the street. I just made sure that I will not exit where he was to avoid an accident. I will definitely give this restaurant another try. We enjoyed our meal so I'm excited to try other things. read more

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Great food. Loved the bento box and rolls. My daughter loved tempura shrimp and karate chicken

What a great addition to the neighborhood. Really felt like we don't have anything like this anywhere close. Came in for a quick lunch with my husband. Server was attentive and friendly. Food was great! We'd eat everything again. Lots of options to pick from. We had the seafood carpaccio, tofu and seaweed salad, and citrus crush roll. read more

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Wow! We were really lacking a good Japanese restaurant in the neighborhood and I'm so glad there's one here conveniently across from Safeway. They have everything you could possibly want in Japanese cuisine, including a variety of bento box options. Will be coming back to try more. read more

Really appreciate their expansive menu. They had sushi, ramen, tonkatsu, etc. we ordered the tuna poke bowl, agedashi tofu, Garlic lovers roll, spicy tuna roll and pork tonkatsu(to go). Great friendly service, reasonable prices, yummy dishes. A great addition to our neighborhood. Highly recommend. read more

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What a welcome addition Akebono is to Wedgwood and an upgrade over the previous restaurant. I'm giving four stars because the food is appropriate for the prices but not great. Great Japanese food and sushi costs more for good reason. The service was attentive but I had to ask about beverages, which came out after our first food item arrived. The ambiance is clean and dense, which is appropriate for a small strip mall location. Regretably, the quality of the sushi and presenation is inconsistent. Our first several visits everything was delicious and the sushi and rolls were crafted with care. During our last visit, the sushi presentation was not as tight. The handrolls were just rice and fish and slopily made. The rolls fell apart when picked up. Some of the fish was poor quality compared to previous visits. I understand fish is seasonal but presentation shouldn't be and if the fish quality drops either omit it from the menu or reduce the price. My family loves Akebono so we'll return, but next time I'll order selectively and hope for an improvement over my last visit. read more

The atmosphere here is bright and welcoming. The staff is honest and attentive. The rooms we got were tasty. The miso was delicious and the salmon nigiri had a wonderful little dollop of something herbatious that was delightful. Kai or server was excellent. Itadakimasu! read more

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Food was very good--the spicy edamame with brown butter was a standout! Service was attentive. However, only getting three stars because the music was so loud and frenetic, we had to leave before we were finished eating. Not friendly to anyone with sensory concerns. :( It's a shame because I would love to come back to try the sushi and cocktails! read more

Akebono is a very unassuming sushi restaurant in a strip mall--but don't let that fool you! My party of 3 went here for lunch and all of us had very positive opinions! The Bento Box-A option is an incredible deal! The salad is fine--just nothing to get excited about. The Tempura was great. Crispy and cooked well. Wish the tempura sauce was a bit more assertive, but were picking at nits at this point. The Kaarage was excellent, as was the sashimi. Miso was solidly on point, but nothing exceptional. Overall, excellent sushi/japanese cuisine at very reasonable prices. Would highly recommend! read more

I stumbled into this restaurant and enjoyed their bento. It was plenty for one person and the sashimi was fresh. Great food. Coming back for sure. read more

Absolutely wonderful takeout meal. 10/10 Everything was fresh and well prepared. Maki combinations were just right. Quality and quantity were excellent. Looking forward to ordering again! read more

Great service very sweet people. This is my go to spot for japanese food, the fish is really fresh. Love the music and the atmosphere is really comforting. read more