Attentive service, very good food, choices at lots of price points. Very well-done setting presents lots of options -- bar with TV, tables, booths, and sushi bar in back. One friend splurged on waygu (he's a sous chef) and raved. Sunday evening sushi very very fresh. Tempura light and airy. read more

Gorgeous place with eloquent dining. The service is a pleasant surprise, thanks Gigi! The crab rangoon is a definite here! Nothing like the competitors from the past with a refreshing twist. Kinda smokey or extra zing to each bite. Enjoy your favorite sushi or fried rice! read more

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The sushi and service was good but it was really warm inside the restaurant. So the sushi was kind of warm too which wasn't great... Likely due to the major heatwave in the city this week. The business will need to figure out how to keep the inside and food cold so preserve the quality of the meal. read more

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Wanted to try something different for dinner and we stumbled across Akeno Sushi Bar in Old Town (an absolute great find!) It's a super cute, whimsical spot, and I'm honestly surprised I hadn't come across it sooner. We decided to sit in the bar area so we could catch one of the FIFA World Cup games, which made the experience even more fun. Our server was incredibly attentive and friendly. He took the time to walk us through the menu and helped us decide what to order since everything sounded amazing. For cocktails, I had the Tokyo Side Car, and it was perfectly crafted. For food, we went with the crab rangoon (I'm a sucker for those lol), the chicken gyoza, and the yakisoba noodles. The noodles were definitely the highlight of the night, flavorful and cooked to perfection. Overall, it was a fantastic experience, and I'll definitely be back to try more items on the menu! read more

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Came here on a Sunday night. Did not have a reservation and was able to get a table for two. Generous cuts of fish. Yellowtail jalapeno was good. The oysters mushroom yakitori not as good as it was last time. Almost like they aren't cooking it on the grill but par cooking or steaming before. Took much less time to come out but taste and texture was a major tradeoff. Service is fine no complaints. The sake was good. I think we got the hakkaisan honjozo. May be spelling wrong. read more

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One of the finest sushi places we have ever went to in Alexandria. Gigi was our server. She provided professional and spectacular service with warmth & smiles. The decor was beautiful. I loved the royal blue velvet plush seating areas where we dined. The design & decor was very luxe and pleasing to the eye. The bathrooms were clean and had unique Asian decor in it. The food was filling, delicious, and was served quickly after ordering. We ordered crab Rangoon for appetizers - the best I ever had. They contained real crab and had a little spiciness in it. I had the fatty tuna specialty roll and wish I had ordered the specialty scallop roll. My husband ordered the fried rice with crab & shrimp. Highly recommend this sushi restaurant. It has only been open for 6 months in Old Town. I have been to a multitude of different sushi restaurants in the past years, yet this one is one of the most unforgettable sushi places I have ever been to in my life. read more

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Stopped by Akeno Sushi in Old Town Alexandria for dinner and left wondering why it took me so long to try this place. First off, the service was excellent from the moment we walked in until we rolled ourselves out. Friendly, attentive, and they actually seemed happy to see us--which is always a bonus. The inside is a little bigger than it looks from the outside. It has that casual-cool vibe: modern, comfortable, and the kind of place where you could either have a quiet dinner or settle in with friends and a few rounds of sushi and sake. Now... let's talk food. Avocado Salad - perfectly ripe avocado sliced thin and drizzled with a sesame dressing over fresh greens. Light, clean, and a solid way to start the evening. Miso Soup - classic, hot, and comforting with little cubes of tofu floating around doing their thing. Exactly what you want after wandering around Old Town in the cold. Caramelized Brussels Sprouts - not something you expect at a sushi spot, but wow. Slightly crispy, a little sweet, and topped with fried garlic slices that basically say, "yes, you will order this again." Then the sushi arrived. We ordered one of the nigiri platters along with a spider roll, and this is where Akeno flexes a little. The fish tasted incredibly fresh, the rice was perfectly balanced, and every bite had that clean, melt-in-your-mouth quality that reminds you why good sushi is so addictive. Fresh. Flavorful. Completely satisfying. Old Town has a lot of places competing for your dinner plans, but if sushi is what you're craving, Akeno absolutely deserves a spot on your list. read more

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I really enjoyed finding these gem because I was really hangry and wanted Sushi so I was in the area and glad I stopped by and tried them out! I came here in 2/05/26 and just made it at the tail end of lunch hour so I was able to partake in a few items on the menu. I got for an appetizer shrimp shumai and for the sushi if my memory serves me right I got salmon and tuna and I think a toro roll. I also took home waygu fried rice which was so good and spicy wish it was a larger amount. I stayed until happy hour which I had a couple of whiskey sours which were made amazing. I loved the aesthetics of the restaurant as I've been to another Akeno in Fairfax and this one was definitely larger. I loved the blue booths in the dining area and the bar area the cute single booth that I had to got sit to get the happy hour special...lol I had a couple of glasses of wine that were delicious while I ate my sushi Cabernet Savignon. Great place can't wait to come and enjoy some sushi and drinks during happy hour or lunch again! read more

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My friend and I came here for dinner after doing a rug tufting course. We sat at the bar since they had happy hour. We shared the appetizer sampler with crab rangoons, shrimp sumai, and veggie rolls. Everything was great, I especially loved the shrimp Sumai. We also shared some sushi, which was great. The service was great and the staff was very attentive. When I asked for some hot sauce, I received some promptly. The space is pretty decent sized also. They could use more than one bathroom, but beyond that, it was great. I would definitely come back, especially because I don't find a lot of sushi in old town Alexandria area! read more

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Vegetarian-friendly with a calm, relaxed atmosphere. Service was quick, attentive, and welcoming. The sushi tasted very fresh, and there were plenty of great vegetarian options to choose from. A nice spot to unwind and enjoy a meal in Old Town. Would definitely come back. read more

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The food was delicious but the service was a bit on the slower side. They were busy and friendly so I'd definitely go back. Just don't go if you're in a rush. read more

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This was my first time at the Old Town location and it did not disappoint. The sushi was so fresh and colorful. The decor is so chic! We tried 3 different sushi's and the chicken wings for lunch. Can't wait to come back! read more

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Yay! New sushi in OT! My husband and I had been wanting to check this place out since it's soft opening sign popped up on their window last month. 5*s--we will definitely be back! The best part of the meal was definitely the service. Our server (I didn't catch her name) was so sweet and helpful. We didn't fee like they were rushing to turn a table; it was a great dining experience. The best bite of food we had was the nigiri, which is always a good sign! The fish was fresh and delicious. We also tried the black garlic ramen and the portion was massive! We will definitely be back to split a bowl on a chilly day. The specialty rolls were yummy and the hamachi was good, but the standouts were definitely the nigiri and ramen! The place itself is beautifully decorated. I love the flatware and plates! We will definitely be back! read more

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Came in here during dinner time on a Saturday night. It was busy, but not too bad, though I would recommend a reservation during a busier time. I sat at the bar for my meal and ordered the Tokyo sidecar cocktail, the mushroom and shishito pepper skewers, and the tonkatsu black garlic ramen. I liked the food here and there's a lot of other things on the menu I'd like to try. It seems like when it's busy, the sushi rolls take a bit longer to come out since they're being made at the sushi bar, but the staff communicates that. read more

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First of all, everything is beautiful: the decor, the lighting, the insert, and most importantly, the food! Akeno had some of the best sushi I've ever had, and had a perfect mid of traditional rolls (salmon avocado, spicy tuna with crunchy tempura) and more exciting signature rolls (the double toro roll and the fried kani roll were EXCELLENT)! Bonus points for a great sake selection, fun tropical drinks, and awesome service. I can't wait to go back the first chance I get! read more

modern and sleek interior good service, very nice and fast solid miso soup loved the toppings on the premium sashimi and the rice! read more

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I love a good sushi spot and Akeno is the best! I dined I'm on a busy Thursday night and everything was great! Service was fast, food was fresh, ambiance is nice and employees were friendly. Special shout out to GIGI, I had her a few times she's lovely. Wish you guys the best with business! read more

Great spot with excellent service, staff was extremely friendly and made great recommendations. The space is nicely decorated and the food was tasty. They also had a lovely selection of sake and our server helped us with navigating their menu. Loved it! read more

Never order online at this place , you will never get your order on time , they give the least priority to online orders.

This appears to be a newer addition to the old town restaurant scene. The location is spacious and has great decor with a long bar near the entrance, tables in between and additional bar seating towards to the back surrounding the chefs. I stopped in for a brief mid-week lunch, their menu features a wide range of items beef and pork ramen bowls, salmon teriyaki dishes, yakitori protein options, and an endless array of sushi and specialty roll options. The service was overall attentive and it wasn't too crowded so the food came out quickly. I kept it simple and tried out the fried shumai and the fried rice with grilled chicken. The fried shumai was really good, however the fried rice left me underwhelmed: the portion size was great but aside from that the chicken was extremely dry and the rice itself didn't have much flavor, the flavor profile felt more like brown rice opposed to fried. Overall I don't think this is a bad spot but you may have a better experience than me if you stick to the sushi or other specialty items. I think I'll go with those options upon a subsequent visit. read more

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First time ordering the Khao Soi Beef for carry out and it was so Delicious! The beef was tender and the broth was so flavorful. I'm going back to get the same for dinner tonight!! read more

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A very cool atmosphere, real sushi (wasabi underneath the fish), lovely service. I wish I lived down there... read more

Food was good (especially the sushi and the crab rangoons!) and staff was very nice and attentive! Excited to try more. read more

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Loved the ambiance , service and food. Great wide selection on menu and fresh fish. Got the Nigiri platter , tuna tower and a unique specialty role. Best sushi I've had in Alexandria read more

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This restaurant is such a great addition to the neighborhood. Everything we tried was great, especially the rolls, and the drinks were so good. The service was friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere feels warm and welcoming. I can totally see this becoming my go-to hangout spot. read more

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Restaurant felt nice and cozy coming in from the cold outside. The food tasted delicious and fresh. Drinks and appetizers came out pretty quickly but the 4 classic rolls took a little long to come out and restaurant was about 75% full. We ordered a fifth roll afterwards and that one came out quickly. We showed up a little after 5PM without reservations on Saturday and were able to sit immediately as a walk-in. read more

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Everyone was so friendly and the food was great! I got the nigiri platter. It was presently beautifully. I definitely will go back. Next time, I want to try their mocktails. read more

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Great food! We ordered a lot, and it was all very good. Wasn't sure as we had never eaten from here, but we will be going back.

This spot is our new favorite for Japanese in the DMV! We loved the authentic dishes that went well beyond sushi, including takoyaki (octopus balls) and taiyaki (cute fish-shaped dessert). The decor and ambience were incredible, as was the service. We will be back! read more

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So glad Akeno is now in Old Town! Delicious food (I will try something different next time) Excellent customer service and management Nice atmosphere, with soft music, wonderful decorations Thanks, Akeno for making my Valentine's Day memorable. I have one question: When do you start taking reservations for Easter? read more

Why would we think to go out on Saturday night of Valentine's Day? Every restaurant and bar was massively overbooked. The sushi at Akeno didn't seem to be any better than Safeway or Wegmans but granted it was Valentines night. We'll try it again for lunch and I'll credit the Servers for doing the best they could under difficult circumstances. read more

I came to Akeno Sushi because of the strong Yelp reviews, but all I can review is the experience we had -- and it felt like an off night. We visited on a quiet Wednesday around 7:30pm, not peak time, and were ready to order and eat. We started with two appetizers. The miso cod, listed under the "can't miss" section, was unfortunately very missable. The fish itself and the asparagus were well cooked, but they were served over a brown purée that was completely unappealing and detracted from the dish. The jalapeño hamachi was ordered as well, but it didn't arrive until much later. After ordering, there was an extremely long gap -- close to an hour -- with no food. We checked in, were told it was coming, and even had a manager stop by, but still nothing arrived. When the food finally did come out, it arrived slowly and one item at a time: the hamachi and then our two rolls. To be fair, everything that eventually reached the table tasted good, but the pacing was so disjointed it overshadowed the meal. They did offer complimentary miso soup as an apology, which was appreciated, but it didn't fully make up for the experience. Maybe this was an off night, but between the odd execution, poor pacing, and long wait, I don't see myself returning despite the quality of some of the food. read more

Wow. Some of the best sushi I've ever had, and I've had sushi in dozens of restaurants across the country. Everything was absolutely perfect. Everything except the music, which was loud and obnoxious. I'll still give 5 stars, but the music really tempts me to take one star away. read more

It was surprisingly good with many options to choose from. The interior design was cozy and clean. Since it was fairly newly opened and not very crowded, the service was good, though I hope they add more staff in the future. The space was roomy with comfortable seating. We really liked the double toro roll, crunchy roll, and tuna tartare. There are many other menu options we would like to try next time. The signature cocktails were a little pricey, but I would recommend trying the "Tokyo Side Car." Overall, it was a good experience. read more

Heard about soft opening so stopped by for dinner. The atmosphere of the restaurant was nice with spacious seating. The special yellowtail sushi roll was well balanced with the jalapeño and tasted fresh. The melting melting roll was a bit underwhelming with an unique taste. Not sure if all the flavors went well. We ordered the black cod miso as well but the fish unfortunately came out a bit undercooked. Hoping to give the restaurant another try! read more

Exceptional sushi with fresh ingredients and great service!!!!!! Akeno Sushi Bar delivers an outstanding sushi experience from start to finish. The fish tasted incredibly fresh, the rolls were well-balanced, and the presentation was clean and appealing. Every bite felt carefully crafted, showing real attention to quality. The atmosphere is calm and inviting, making it a great place to enjoy a relaxed meal. Service was attentive, knowledgeable, and made helpful recommendations without feeling pushy. Overall, Akeno Sushi Bar stands out for its consistency, freshness, and welcoming environment. A true five-star spot for sushi lovers that's easy to come back to. read more

Heard a rumor about a soft opening, and figured we'd roll the dice on a cold, windy Sunday night. Restaurant is cute, staff is attentive without being over the top. Our entire order was quite solid for the end of the first week. - green tea - we each got our own little teapot, and it was really good - tuna tower - creative presentation, gentle spice, and a great start - spicy edamame - an upgrade to the usual steamed/salted - Sashimi platter - fresh, generous cuts (w/ well above average miso soup) - name escapes me - a noodle bowl with thin-sliced seasoned beef and a poached egg - warm, savory, made me feel good (wish it had a little more beef) They're off to a great start, and we'll be back. read more

I recently heard that Akeno opened in another location and finally visited. The location couldn't be more perfect as it is directly on King St. The interior has a bright, chic vibe with welcoming and respectful staff. And the food is superb. A huge plus is they serve uni. One of my faves. Also, one of their creations is called the Melting Melting Roll. It is to die for. They sold me with the foie gras and truffle balsamic. It just melts in your mouth. I HIGHLY recommend this dish and for you to experience the delightful staff and exquisite menu. read more

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This was a food experience that exceeded all our expectations. The appetizers are deliciously interesting and unique from what you may see at a Sushi bar. The drinks were cold and decorated. My wife ordered a margarita which was meticulously balanced and flavorful. The main course we ordered a tray of sushi and several dishes including a beautiful ribeye with chimichurri which was out of this world. The bedding was actually a cauliflower mash which was light and healthy. The other big surprise is how friendly the staff is and the service speed was perfectly timed. Highly recommend giving this place a try welcome to Opd Town! read more

Really enjoyed our meal here! In typical fashion, we probably ordered too many things but everything was delicious! Staff was super attentive and atmosphere is nice! read more