We were craving some Japanese food and found this place with decent reviews. We came on a Saturday around lunch and it wasn't busy. The exterior is very unsuspecting. I would have never thought a Japanese restaurant was here. The inside was another story! The inside is decorated with all kinds of Japanese pictures and decor. You definitely felt like you were in a Japanese restaurant. The menu was impressive! Everything had pictures which is so amazing! It was just easier having an idea of what to pick based on looking at the pictures. There were all kinds of sushi rolls, bento boxes, noodles, appetizers and plates. We decided to get the ramen, salmon katsu, and tempura bowl. Food came our really quick. Portions were good and everything we tasted wonderful. It definitely satisfied our craving. The tempura was crispy. The ramen broth was rich and noodles nice and chewy. The bento box came with gyoza, salad, tempura, oranges, miso soup and rice. Service was great. They were attentive, and friendly. Eating with our littles ones is never easy and we appreciated how patient they were with us. We loved the food and hope to come back and try their sushi next! read more

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Sometimes those restaurants that look less-than-inspiring on the outside can be a true hidden treasure on the inside. This is exactly what I had experienced when I paid a visit to "Akira Sushi" Located directly on Greenback Lane and adjacent to Auburn Blvd in Citrus Heights, this place opened its doors for business back in mid-2024. Since then, they have seen a very respectable amount of positive reviews. As I had previously mentioned, the exterior isn't much to look at as this is a fairly dated strip mall that hasn't received any updates in decades. And to those that remember, this is the same building that "Pho 54" occupied from 2013-2023. During my visit which was the afternoon of Sunday 8/3/2025 at around 5:15pm, I parked directly outside as there were no other cars here. Upon entry, there was one other customer finishing dinner. After being greeted and seated, I was given a menu complete with a cold glass of iced water. I will say that the interior of this place is quite impressive, cozy, and inviting. The distressed wooden tables paired up with the tan-colored walls and unique murals add an upscale look to the overall interior. On a packed evening, this place can comfortably seat around 50 guests. I will say that their menu is fully loaded with pure deliciousness. They offer a huge variety of traditional sushi rolls, custom rolls, Bento boxes, seafood tacos (available in tuna or salmon), Poke bowls, and even ramen for the colder days/evenings. And even a nice variety of beverages including soda, beer, wine, and sake. Since I was dining solo, I decided on the "Sunomomo Salad" which was a cucumber salad w/Ponzu sauce and Bonito flakes. My main dish was their "Napa Valley" roll which uses shrimp tempura, cucumbers, avocado, spicy aioli, unagi sauce, and topped with sesame seeds. My salad was brought out in less than 3 minutes while my sushi arrived just a few minutes later. I will say that everything was very fresh and delicious. The avocado had perfect consistency while the shrimp was made to perfection. In my humble opinion, this was an absolute gem of a roll. All in all, "Akira Sushi" is about as good as it gets for quality sushi in Citrus Heights. They have very respectable hours of operation being open 6 days a week; Tuesday through Sunday from 11:30am-2:30pm / 4:00-8:30pm with extended hours on Fri/Sat while being closed for business on Monday. Service was great as the young lady that waited on me was polite, courteous, and respectful. With a great atmosphere, delicious food, and reasonable prices, I am giving Akira Sushi a unanimous five-star rating. read more

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We came to Akira Sushi on a Thursday evening before catching the new Demon Slayer movie. It was our first visit, and since it was on the way, we figured we'd give it a try -- and we're so glad we did! Everything was a 10/10 experience from start to finish. We arrived around 5 p.m. and were one of just a few parties seated, so it was quiet and relaxed. The first thing we noticed was how beautifully decorated it was inside. Like others have mentioned, the exterior might not catch your eye right away, but once you step in, it's vibrant and welcoming. Our server was friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout our meal. We ordered the sashimi nigiri plate, agedashi tofu, and an eel roll (I can't remember the exact name). Every dish was excellent -- the fish was incredibly fresh, and the agedashi sauce was bursting with flavor. Honestly, it's the best agedashi tofu we've had so far! We were too hungry to snap photos this time, but I'll definitely add some on our next visit. Highly recommend checking out Akira Sushi if you're in the area -- great food, warm service, and such a pleasant surprise overall. read more

Love it. Love it!! I'm actually eager to try their sashimi after my lunch visit today. This is going to be my new go-to Japanese spot for authentic Japanese food. Today, I ordered Chicken Katsu bento and just off the bat, they tenderize the meat very well before flour-ing and panko-ing, as well as deep frying it to perfection. The depth of the chicken meat is very thick and the moistness is absolutely perfect. Just like how Katsu tastes in Shibuya or Chiyoda. Maybe that's a bit of a stretch but the food quality is definitely pointing you back in that direction. The finished product is definitely legit Katsu for anyone who judges Katsu critically. All for under $20 bento lunch price. You can't beat that!! read more

Akira Sushi - Katsu Bento Lunch Special - Japanese Near Me - Citrus Heights, California

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I needed to find a sushi spot on the way to the movies and stumbled upon this hidden gem. I've driven past this place hundreds of times on Greenback and somehow never noticed it. From the outside, it's tucked into an older strip mall that doesn't look like much--but don't let that fool you. Inside, it's super clean, well-kept, and welcoming. The service was honestly one of the best parts of the visit. From the moment we walked in, the staff was incredibly friendly, attentive, and patient. They checked on us throughout the meal and made the whole experience feel really thoughtful and relaxed. The sushi itself was delicious and super creative. The menu includes photos of each roll, which makes it fun to order--and makes you want to come back to try the others you didn't get this time. Easy to get to, plenty of parking, fair prices, fantastic service, and really fresh, creative sushi. Definitely adding this to my regular go-to spots! read more

Akira Sushi - Japanese Near Me - Citrus Heights, California

Stopped in on a Sunday for takeout. Service was friendly and polite. Place was clean and welcoming. Had a large flat screen TV on low volume showing a basketball game. No sushi bar that I saw. The tables were booths, a few chair style tables, and they are nice. I ordered sushi and sashimi combo. Was $38 after tax. 2 hand rolls (fried tempura and spicy tuna), 4 nigiri and 6 sashimi. It was not ruined by sauces, garnishes or seasonings. Had lots of natural colored ginger and a small amount of wasabe paste. Came with 2 Lee Kum Kee soy sauce packets (bleh) and a good pair of chopsticks. For the price, it needs to have soup and steamed rice. It did not fill me up. For $40 after a small tip, it better fill me up. Rice and miso soup are very inexpensive for restaurant production even with the extra packaging. I'll have to apply my dollar elsewhere. If only I were born with a house to inherit or a silver spoon in my mouth, or with better timing of life. If I owned my own home and money didn't matter, this would be a good spot. read more

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Very fresh fish and delightful service. Will definitely came back. This is a new place for the neighborhood and has been very tastefully redecorated. read more

Akira Sushi - 16 piece Sashimi - Japanese Near Me - Citrus Heights, California

Took my wife & stepdaughter to Akira Sushi this evening for a late dinner. We were greeted with pleasantries upon walking in, and were seated in a clean booth & table. The service was prompt and on point, very nice & kind staff. I ordered the Tonkotsu Ramen, Napa Sushi Roll, and the garlic chicken wings, while my stepdaughter ordered the Spider Roll & my wife the Chicken Katsu, plus 2 Miso Soups. The entire meal was exceptionally delicious, and we plan to return this coming weekend.... read more

Akira Sushi - Japanese Near Me - Citrus Heights, California

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Don't let the location fool you Akira is totally remodeled and contemporary inside. Unfortunately you can't order alcohol atm as their liquor license hasn't been approved yet. Hopefully that gets resolved soon as a nice Japanese beer always compliments Japanese food. We tried several items all of which were presented beautifully. My pork katsu came with a mortar and pestle to grind sesame seeds to be combined with sauce for my katsu. Grinding the seeds released their aroma which made us hungrier. All of our food was fresh and tasty my pork was not dry and my GF's collar was still pink in the center perfectly cooked. This is a great spot to check out and less than a mile from Cinemark on Greenback. read more

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Very fresh dishes that taste amazing. Sushi, and chicken were both prepared well and were delicious. Our server was kind and attentive, and our drinks were brought out quickly. Dining room was clean and comfortable with calming background music. First time here and am very impressed. read more

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Really solid sushi restaurant in the Citrus Heights area at the end of Greenback. It's always really great to see new sushi and Japanese restaurants in this area, and this is no exception. Tucked away in a strip-mall with attached parking, the front of the store is very non-descript, but the indoors is cozy with plenty of nice seating and enough space for family/friends to gather. Would also be solid as a date-style restaurant. The food is solid - overall the options are plentiful, and they have both raw-fish and non-raw options, of which we got a handful of each. The rolls aren't doused in sauce to cover up poor fish selection and overall are constructed well with a good proportion of sushi rice. Their bento boxes and donburi over rice dishes are tasty and well made. The These portions are bit on the smaller side, so if you're hungry make sure you get another roll or side to go with! Prices are a little bit on the higher side, but the quality is excellent overall. Servers are super friendly and down to earth - definitely has the perfect mom-and-pop Japanese/sushi type restaurant. Would love to return here again in the future. read more

Try this place!! Odd location, don't judge. The food is so good!!! I'm hard to please and this spot just earned a place in my top 10 in the area. Clean, friendly, and the best menu I've seen in a minute. read more

Had a great dining experience! Came in for dinner on a Saturday night and got seated right away. The interior is clean and the server was friendly and attentive. I must say the miso soup was very tasty along with the sunomono (cucumber salad). My family ordered a few appetizers such as the chicken kaarage and soft shelled crab, which were delicious. We also ordered a few rolls, yaki udon, chicken teriyaki, and a sake don. Everything tasted fresh and very flavorful. Would definitely recommend trying this place out! Can't wait to go back to try more things on their menu :) read more

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Delicious and fresh! Brand new place with really nice service staff. Everything we have tried has looked exactly like the menu and has been delicious. Great for a date night or family dinner read more

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Hands down the best sit down restaurant in the area (and maybe Citrus Heights). Recently remodeled. Friendly service, interesting menu, great food. read more

Outside is deceivingly plain, but the inside is perfect: so nice, welcoming, and comfortable. The service is great and the waitress was so polite. This is the closest I've seen to real Japanese food since I came back from Japan so many years ago. The variety on the menu is amazing and the food was just delicious. I could taste each individual ingredient. This is my new favorite Japanese restaurant. TY Akira Sushi read more

What a hidden gem! This is my new favorite spot for amazing milk tea, ca rolls, garlic noodles, and tempura! Didn't get many pictures because we ate it so fast. Cute resturant and friendly staff! Highly reccomend! read more

Akira Sushi - Deep fried ca roll with delicious sauce - Japanese Near Me - Citrus Heights, California

Love this place... service is good, food is tasty and easy parking. I take my grandson here and enjoy the setting.

My son and I went here to satisfy a craving for Japanese food tonight. The place was nice and clean and not at all crowded at 6 PM. The waitress promptly came and took our order. We both ordered an entrée, my son, salmon teriyaki, and I ordered beef teriyaki. The entrées come with salad, rice, and miso soup we ordered a side of edamame. Everything about the dinner was very satisfactory, including the service and the food. This place is reasonably priced and I think a good addition to our rotation! Reasonable prices super fast, Service what's not to like? read more

Amazing sushi! Fresh and so flavorful. Service was great! Nice ambiance. A must to try is the Tsunami and the Hotate Misomayo amazing ! The crispy tuna tacos are delicious! Last but not least the A's roll. Not to mention by the miso was also yummy! read more

Akira Sushi - The Tsunami roll. - Japanese Near Me - Citrus Heights, California

A Hidden Gem Worth Every Slurp and Bite If you're craving comfort food with bold, authentic Japanese flavors, Akira Sushi delivers in a big way. The Tonkotsu Ramen was a surprise hit for me. The broth is rich, creamy, and just the right amount of savory and you can tell it's been simmered for hours. The noodles had that perfect chew, and the pork melted in my mouth. The highly anticipated return of their Okonomiyaki with crispy edges, fluffy inside and topped with bonito flakes that danced like they were alive. It was both fun to watch and something I've been craving to eat since my friend from Japan last made it for us. So, I was happy to see it added to their menu since my last visit. Their spicy rolls are a tasty balance of rice and sauces. If you love spice, ask for extra jalapeños and I recommend the Heart Attack: cream cheese and salmon stuffed jalapeños and a lightly fried bite of perfection. The ambiance is cozy but open. The attentive staff are friendly, and you can tell the chefs here care about every dish. Definitely adding this to my regular rotation. read more

Akira Sushi - Okonomiyaki from appetizers - Japanese Near Me - Citrus Heights, California

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Lots of parking and the inside has a very nice ambience. Their fried squid is very good and the tako sunomono is tasty. read more

Akira Sushi - Fried squid with unagi sauce - Japanese Near Me - Citrus Heights, California

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The ambiance here is absolutely amazing--clean, inviting, and cozy. Even the dishes are beautifully presented, adding a charming touch to the dining experience. The service was quick and efficient, just what we needed for a relaxed evening. We ordered: * Lion King * Sesame Chicken Bento * Rainbow Roll * Sakura * Akira Gabbi Don The portions were perfect for two, making it a delightful meal to share with my boyfriend. If you're looking for a spot to enjoy a pleasant sit-down dinner, this place is a must-try read more

I had a great experience eating at Akira's. We had a variety of food and it was all delicious and the portions was reasonable for the price. Great service and beautiful ambiance. Loved the pictures on the wall. I will definitely come back again . read more

Nice environment Menu is cool w the pictures and stuff Food was okay Looking forward to trying more stuff from the menu tho read more

Food was amazing tried some new rolls that I personally didn't love but was still high quality! Clean restaurant and good service read more

Hearty helping of chicken yaki soba for my daughter, enough for leftovers the next day. Hubby ordered baked oysters and gobbled them up even though they were slightly burnt. We ordered baked California that was amazing. Spider & lion king were great too. We went around 5 after they reopened for dinner and the ambiance was calm which was great for my autistic daughter. Hot green tea hit the spot. Service was good, the waitress didn't write down our order and forgot the miso soups but otherwise everything came out fast and waters could be refilled more often. read more

Everyone was craving Japanese, and we had to find a central location to celebrate a surprise birthday! This restaurant was brought up and it was new so we decided to give it a try. This is a gem of a Japanese restaurant, the menu had an a plethora of items to choose from. The chefs have such such an attention to detail as the handcrafted rolls and the fresh sashimi platter was one of the best we've had in the area! We ordered a lot of different appetizers, udon, and various rolls and every item hit the mark for us on taste and presentation. They did not skimp on the good stuff and the portions were perfect. The service was polite and kind in every aspect. Our waitress even knew we were celebrating a birthday and gave us a sweet mochi treat at the end of the evening on the house. Thank you for making it an exquisite evening for our families!!! read more

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First time visit and it was great. Restaurant was very open and clean. Awesome service. Definitely coming back. read more

Akira Sushi - 505. Hokkaido Seared Scallops. A very simple yet delicious roll. The flavors are so perfect. - Japanese Near Me - Citrus Heights, California

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I tried this place based on the Yelp reviews and it didn't disappoint! They had a wide variety of rolls and each one I tried I was fresh, flavorful, and had the perfect balance of textures. I can't wait to go back!! read more

We just had dinner here. Taking a chance on yet another Japanese restaurant but this was authentic. Ordered sushi appetizer and couple of entrees. Chicken katsu and galbi beef. It was delicious, nice miso soup like they serve in Japan, nice size salad and all was delicious. So excited to have japanese restaurant to enjoy regularly. read more

This was one of the best sushi places ive been to. Amazing service, great food, good prices, and extremely speedy. Its a hidden gem.

Food was great. Fast service and great selections of dishes. Ramen was delicious. Hidden gem.

Super high quality food. Everything was hot, they have free wifi, and the staff is nice. Welcome to the neighborhood ! read more

Akira Sushi - Best meal ive had for this cheap in a long time. I had to stop for carls jr the other day and it was more than that with tax. Thanks again - Japanese Near Me - Citrus Heights, California

Hidden gem! Very clean and great accommodating service. Best katsu we've had local in Sacramento. Lots of kid friendly options as well.

Food is great! Service was on point! They came out quick with the food. I was told they only had one chef in the kitchen and 2 others were in training so it was great for them to let me know ahead of time so I don't wonder why food was taking long to come out. Even though they said that food came out rather quick and it was delicious! Will definitely come back! Atmosphere was very chill and staff were very attentive. read more

Akira Sushi - Japanese Near Me - Citrus Heights, California

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I'm absolutely obsessed with chef Logan's custom-made sushi combo specials!fresh, vibrant and perfectly crafted. So delicious, so satisfying--Chef Logan, you've got my heart! read more

Akira Sushi - Japanese Near Me - Citrus Heights, California

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Delicious! Great service, great ambiance! Tried a few appetizers as well, but we jumped in excitedly before taking a photo. Will be back! read more

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I love this restaurant!. The staff is excellent, The food is delicious and the ambiance is very nice. I highly recommend it. read more

This is my first time at this place, this restaurant used to be a pho place which I was sad it was gone, but not anymore, I think I found my go to sashimi spot. I went during a weekday and during lunch hours which wasn't busy when I went. I can tell they remodeled and it very cute. I order their crispy tuna taco can't wait to try their blue fin taco one day must be a special or something but it was delicious. Would I say it worth the price of 13 something it really depends on if you want to splurge on it and I don't mind since I love sushi tacos like this. I would definitely try salmon next time. I order their omakase bento for lunch time and you get six pcs sashimi and four pcs nigiri and one hand roll I saw it a good price and you get a miso soup. Their miso was thick and you can tell they use actual seaweed which I like. The bento was delicious, their salmon honestly rip apart between my chopsticks it was soft and good. There wasn't an overly fish taste at all. The lunch bento also comes with a small spoon of fresh wasabi and you know they usually charge you extra for that so that was amazing to see. The salad was good as well that came with the bento, it was fresh and crunchy, it tasted like a peanut sesame sauce and I enjoy it it didn't over power the food it help balance with the freshness and some sweetness. The hand roll I didn't get take a look at what they gave me since it was chef choice but I inhale it and it was good, the only thing I'm not a fan of is the crab mix which is my personal taste, but if you like that then it will be delicious either way. Pricing wise it may seems a little expensive to some but I think the quality is pretty good for the price in my opinion in certain food items, got to remember we're in economy inflation. I can't wait to try other things for now my ratings is 5/5 for now read more

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