I'm still thinking about the lunch that I had here and I can't wait to order it again. It was yummy!! I visited Hako for the first time for a takeout lunch in early March 2026. I was working at a coffee shop nearby, 10 mins away, with a friend and we both decided to walk over to Hako to grab lunch. FOOD -- Hako has lots to choose from, including sushi, rice dishes, dumplings, etc. I ordered the Dumpling Bowl ($13.95) for lunch which was delicious and fresh. The Dumpling Bowl includes sushi rice, furikake top fried chicken dumplings, and cucumbers. It is topped with spicy mayo & eel sauce. The chicken dumplings were thick, crunchy on the ends, and slightly creamy with the spicy mayo on top. The addition of the sushi rice gave for a filling lunch. The dish wasn't too salty especially with the cucumbers on the side which added a cooling effect. I will definitely order the dumpling bowl again and the price ($13.95) is a lunch special, I believe. AMBIANCE -- Simple design inside with tables and chairs. Calm atmosphere. Clean. SERVICE -- Quick and efficient customer service. The lady at the checkout counter was very friendly. We spoke about her being from South Korea. I will definitely love to come back to Hako to dine-in for dinner. Although I don't eat sushi, if you are a sushi lover, this restaurant is for you. **** GOAL of 250 reviews in 2026 - 44/250 total reviews in 2026 - 885 total Yelp reviews - Reviewed on 23 April 2026 read more

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Terrible service. They kicked me out and pretty much removed my order because I came too early to pick it up. They will look at you angry when you walk in do not eat here. Terrible service worse people. I'm convinced they made a bunch of fake accounts to raise their review read more

If you like sushi this is a good place. Very small inside but the menu has many options to choose from. However if you don't like sushi there are no other options to choose from. Staff were very nice. Very casual atmosphere. read more

We stopped at Hako for date night, looking for sushi! We started with the Matcha Hi and Blueberry Cucumber cocktail! Both were refreshing and not too sweet! We were greeted promptly and one thing I appreciated was that both servers worker together to take care of us during our dinner. Nothing was missed and request were timely because of this! We then had the salmon carpaccio and seaweed salad for our appetizers, then shared the sashimi combo for our main course. The pieces of sushi were HUGE and delicious! I am big on the temperature of my nigiri/sashimi and this was just right. The sashimi combo also comes with rice and miso soup! We will return to try more menu items. read more

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Very tasty. Little pricey. I would order again the Hurricane. Was too hungry and forgot to take a picture.

The food and the price are both great! I love sushi and love to check out different places and this place is one of the top spots around the area. The fish taste fresh and flavorful and the price is not price gouging at all! Why the 2 star you ask? The service. It was my first time eating in at the restaurant and I came with some friends. Total of 4 people, so it wasn't that many. It told 45 mins for them to come and ask us what we wanted to drink, and MAN was i parched. Meanwhile, thet had sat 2 new tables and gotten their orders already. I lost track of time but it took some time for them to come take our order as well. We spent a total of 2 hours here and we barely ordered anything. My friends endes up going to eat out somewhere else afterwards. So embarrassing to have wasted so much time for so little. I will still be eating here, but I will just stick to ordering togo in the future to save myself time. read more

Hako - Alaska roll (i ate 2 already) - Japanese Near Me - Lakewood, Ohio

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this easily will become my new favorite spot! the food came out quick and was really yummy. we got the crunch munch roll, california roll, yum yum roll, and the black tiger roll. all of them exceeding expectations! we also tried a bottle of sake and the matcha hi. the matcha hi is a matcha cocktail with gin and hOLLYYY oh my god that was very delicious im obsessed. the staff was also super fun and friendly, we engaged in a lot of silly banter and anyone who describes it otherwise likely just lacks a whimsy about em :P all in all, there was no wait to be seated, food came out fast, the food was better than anticipated, the drinks were more delicious than expected, the staff was a friendly vibe that you crave, and i will be back a dozen more times. read more

Hako - Yum Yum Roll, Crunch Munch Roll, Black Tiger Roll(5pcs), California Roll, Matcha Hi, Nigori Sake - Japanese Near Me - Lakewood, Ohio

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This place was so cute and the perfect little sushi date!! We both got a different lunch box special! When I ordered I was afraid it was going to be too small so I also ordered a Sunday morning roll because it used to be my favorite roll and haven't been able to find it in a really long time. Both lunch boxes came with SO much food! You could order just one and it for sure will fill you up! Each come with a different sushi roll, sashimi, maki, dumpling & salad. My eyes were hungrier than my belly because I couldn't even finish the Sunday morning roll, but it was so delicious. The outside was perfectly crispy!! fried to perfect like always!! I definitely recommend giving this roll a try if you aren't sure what to get or you are new to sushi. I can't wait to come back and try more of their exotic rolls! read more

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Such a cute little sushi joint. Mom and I stopped here for lunch. She got one of the lunch specials and I got inari, a crunchy eel roll, and the pretty lady roll. The kiwi on the last roll was something new for me, it's nice to see a place that has something different to offer other than just the originals. All in all I thought everything was high quality and the service was friendly and efficient. read more

Hako - Lunch special for mom, inari, Unagi Crunch Roll and Pretty Woman Roll for me! - Japanese Near Me - Lakewood, Ohio

We had a take out order . It was accurate and also considered our food allergy ! I'd go back again ! Maybe eat in next time . Room looked cozy for a nice meal ! read more

Wife and I were in the mood for sushi and wanted a nearby spot for a quick bite. Having never been to this location, we opted to give it a try. There were no patrons when we arrived, so we were seated immediately. Our young server was extremely pleasant and gave us plenty of time to review the menu and make our meal choices. Before food, my wife ordered a cocktail and I the large (house) warm sake. Drinks were brought to the table and we lined up our meal choices...shumai steamed dumplings, unagi roll (just for my wife), red snapper maki roll, crunch munch roll and a hurricane roll. The food was brought out in "courses" which help us spread the meal out and enjoy things a bit at a time. The dumplings were freshly steamed and served in a warm, light soy sauce. Each of the rolls were presented artfully and the enclosed seafood choices seemed fresh. Sides included the usual suspects...soy sauce, pickled ginger and wasabi. Overall the meal was quite acceptable, except the next day my wife informed me she had "issues" after eating this food, so not sure what to think about our dining experience. read more

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Visited Hako for lunch today. Staff was attentive and helpful. Had steamed shumai and a few roles; all of which tasted great. I will definitely be back! read more

What makes a place different is service always !! We had the cutest sushi lover from the west coast as our server. She introduced herself as a sushi lover and helped us pick some good rolls. However, I've been to sushi a million times but not ONCE has a person ever said hey you should try the wasabi and ginger and THIS is how. She explained why, the ratio of ginger or wasabi with soy to get the best flavor! And now the wasbi and ginger won't be just decoration on my plate. The food was amazing as well we got several rolls . My favorite was the yum yum roll and crunch munch! They have an ajoning parking , the place is small but great for, family, date night, or solo. It's cozy! read more

Hako - Japanese Near Me - Lakewood, Ohio

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We love Hako! Best sushi take out on the near west side of Cleveland. The tuna cado roll is my favorite. They always go a great job and are also available through DoorDash or Ubereats. Staff are friendly whenever I've picked up. Overall - a great option for sushi to go. read more

Hako - Tuna Cado Roll Alaska Roll - Japanese Near Me - Lakewood, Ohio

I actually had not heard much about this place so a friend and I decided to check it out recently. This establishment is very small and is still following covid guidelines of using every other table. While we were there there was never a line waiting for tables and we noticed they handle a lot of take-out orders. We each started with a cocktail and DAMN the drinks are strong here! They were good but you only need one during your visit to get a good buzz going. I tried the Spicy Scallop Roll, Crunch Munch Roll, and Tuna Cado Roll. Holy moly their spicy tuna is actually very spicy! Even though it was spicier than other rolls I have tried I was very into it. The Crunch Munch roll was my favorite of the night and I will order that one again. My friend said, the Pretty Woman Roll was by far the best she has had in a long time and the kiwi was really what made her order the roll. I want to give a shout-out to this restaurant because my friend loves sushi but has a shellfish allergy. They were very accomodating switching things out in one of the rolls she ordered and had no problem telling the chefs to clean their knives before slicing her rolls. read more

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This place was so cute and a little hidden gem. The hot sake was great and the sushi was very fresh (always what I'm looking for)! read more

Hako - Salmon and yellowtail sashimi, pretty woman roll - very fresh! - Japanese Near Me - Lakewood, Ohio

Great place! As an asian I have a pretty high standard in Japanese food and especially sushi, but Hako is truly a nice addition to the Lakewood community as an authentic Japanese restaurant (I don't really care for those Asian fusion places). First the place is nice and bright. The owner is super friendly and the staffs are pleasant. They did a pretty good job renovating the place, especially a side entrance from the parking lot right next to it. The menu has plenty of options for everybody - whether you like sushi or not. Even vegetarian options. I haven't tried raw fish there yet because I'm always cautious if I'm not on the coasts or in Asia. But everything I have had there (been there twice now) is good. Not fancy, but good. Do yourself a favor and get the kanisu as an appetizer. It's a cucumber wrapped sushi dish. Super refreshing and yummy...lightly sweet and tangy. Other photos I have here are yaki soba and chicken katsu. Both are very delicious. My second trip there we had some cooked sushi rolls. All very good. I will write another review once I have tried their sushi with raw fish. Confidence level is getting higher now. Keep up the good work, Sushi Hako! read more

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Brand new sushi place in town! By far the best in Cleveland. Food quality, price, PATIO and delicious. This will be a regular on the rotation. See you in the patio my friends!! read more

Hako - All the sushi - Japanese Near Me - Lakewood, Ohio

Came here before a homecoming dance I attended with friends. Waitress was nice, food tasted excellent and with great presentation, and we were seated with a reservation of seven. Despite the over-salted edamame my friend ordered for all of us, I had a good time. read more

Hako - Philadelphia roll (left), and avocado maki (right) - Japanese Near Me - Lakewood, Ohio

Hako is a perfect option for a variety of sushi options. Every roll was fantastic! Highly recommend the pretty women roll, the kiwi added a fresh and light flavor. The big mouth roll and crunchy munchy were also delicious! However the pretty lady roll was absolutely one of my favorite rolls I've ever tried! One of the best sushi options in Lakewood. read more

Hako - Crunch Munch Roll Pretty Woman Roll Big Mouth Roll - Japanese Near Me - Lakewood, Ohio

HAKO oh HAKO! We regularly get carry out from here, like once a week. I should preface this by saying I'm an avid sushi eater that is very exploratory. I lived in San Diego for 10 years and really fresh sushi is easy to get and prices range drastically. I've eaten omakase at a couple world renowned places so I've definitely had my fair share of phenomenal sushi and I love it. With that being said, this is Cleveland and there is not the demand for ultra high end sushi. Ginko is in a class of it's own and truly owns the king's crown for CLE sushi. I was excited that HAKO opened and tried it right away when they opened. I have had good and not so good experiences with HAKO. I have come to the conclusion that they do a rainbow roll quite well 90% of the time. Most of their other rolls are fried or cooked and not my style of sushi, I prefer raw. Their nigiri selection is decent but pretty expensive in my opinion so we have opted to just get rainbow rolls pretty much every time we order. The rainbow rolls offer a good amount of raw with variety and this one hits the spot for around $17. My wife and I order 3 of 4 to share depending on how hungry we are and it is a delicious meal 90% of the time. There is that rare occurrence where the white fish is very tough and not good but I hope they fix that! HAKO is hands down the 2nd best sushi in greater Cleveland when it is done correctly. I wish there was just a bit more consistency though. read more

Our favorite sushi - frequent diners when this restaurant was Sapporo on E. 6th Street. Our first time here since they moved to this new location. The food was every bit as good. Our favorites are anything with avocado. Consistently perfect. Our favorite take-out place. read more

Hako - Spicy Tuna roll and Avocado/ Cucumber roll - Japanese Near Me - Lakewood, Ohio

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Love this place!!! This is my favorite place to get sushi in Cleveland. Service is always great and the restaurant is the cutest little spot. Go for lunch or dinner, it's always great and so fresh. read more

This place is truly a Lakewood gem! My husband and I were so excited to try this out and we were not disappointed. The food was so fresh. The tuna melts in your mouth. Also, the drinks were wonderful. I got a High-kick, which includes ginger beer, bourbon, and soda. So good. And the service was excellent. We will absolutely be back soon. read more

Hako - Udon soup, tuna, Jackie Roll, fried tempura - Japanese Near Me - Lakewood, Ohio

Nice little sushi place! The food and staff were wonderful. We had both nigiri and rolls. Everything was delicious and presented nicely. Finished with mango and strawberry mochi. Also delicious and refreshing on a hot day. We went on a Thursday evening and were the only people for a while. They seem to do a good take out business as well. read more

I Have ordered takeout sushi from Hako countless times but I have not dined in. By far the best sushi in Lakewood. The Rainbow Roll is usually what I order along with any other specialty rolls that look good. I'm slowly working my way through their entire menu but everything I've had has been 5 Star worthy. The only possible negative I've experienced here is the parking situation. Hako is a small restaurant and the parking lot has become too small for how popular their food is. My advice, if you can walk or park on a side street during peak hours, do so. read more

It's nice to have a decent sushi option within walking distance of my house. One of these days I am going to need to explore the full menu.

LOVE this place! a new find for us! just a small restaurant in lakewood, they have good service and the sushi is always fresh. it's just as good when getting takeout too! read more

Hako - crunch munch roll and california roll with spicy mayo - Japanese Near Me - Lakewood, Ohio

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Love the sushi here, new fav spot! Inside is small and quiet. Love the fish to rice ratio, fresh tasting. read more

Hako - Spicy tuna & pretty woman - Japanese Near Me - Lakewood, Ohio

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We ordered a pick up delivery for 4 people...It was on time, delicious, well organized and displayed beautifully! The sweet potato roll was the best! A great addition to Lakewood! I will be back for sure! read more

Hako - Alittle bit of everything!! - Japanese Near Me - Lakewood, Ohio

I stopped into Hako sushi because I'm an ubereats driver that delivers for them frequently. I decided to stop in and grab a bite to take a break. I started my meal with a miso soup it was amazing. Actually one of the best I've had in town. Being a huge sushi lover I was expecting phenomenal sushi. Instead I was served nothing short of mediocre. I ordered the California and the spicy salmon. The salmon came with so much spicy Mayo on top I had to scrape what I could off. Most places use something different to make their restaurant stand apart from others on a spicy salmon roll so I was not expecting just the simple Mayo on top. The crab and salmon chunks in the rolls were cut way too large. Overall I think grocery store sushi may be better than this places. The server was extremely nice I must note. She even took the spicy salmon off the bill because I didn't like it. I def would have payed though. I felt bad there were two servers working and I was the only guest in the restaurant. Restrooms were very cleanly. read more

Hako - Spicy salmon, California rolls - Japanese Near Me - Lakewood, Ohio

Looked forward to this place opening. They have some noodle dishes (was a fan of aji noodle) and tried a few different sushi rolls...all were great! Good vibes read more

Hako - Japanese Near Me - Lakewood, Ohio

$20. LOL. A total ripoff. Prepackaged udon noodles and four pieces of fried nonsense. At least the miso soup was more than a spoonful. read more

Hako - Japanese Near Me - Lakewood, Ohio

Pretty good sushi! A bit pricey and I believe they switched ownership. Would want to come back

Great and quick takeout sushi that really hit the spot! Brought the sushi right out to the car

Me and my boyfriend wanted to try out a new and different sushi spot- this one won our hearts!! Such a cute place- great atmosphere. Even on a Friday night there was no wait! I got two vegetarian rolls and the salty and spicy edamame- amazing! I highly recommend checking this place out. Lots of sushi options- some less typical rolls, wait staff was very warm and welcoming, and the prices were great. No complaints ! read more

Hako - Vegetable Futo Maki & Triple Veggie with Cream Cheese Roll - Japanese Near Me - Lakewood, Ohio

This spot is super cute and cozy inside. Pretty straight forward and clean menu. I wish they had a better tea selection. read more

Hako - Shrimp dumpling soup - Japanese Near Me - Lakewood, Ohio

Well, I got the Cream Cheese Spicy Tuna Roll and the Crunchy Unagi Roll. Nope this isn't a half order, this is actually what you get. Both together were almost $20. Way too much money for only a tiny little snack. I mean it tasted good, but it was basically a tease. I doubt I will be going back again. read more

Hako - Well, I got the Cream Cheese Spicy Tuna Roll and the Crunchy Unagi Roll. Nope this isn't a half order, this is actually what you get. - Japanese Near Me - Lakewood, Ohio

My daughter I eat at Hako often. The sushi is delicious. Some of our favorites include the Tuna Cado roll, Mustard roll and the Sunday morning. Their poke bowls, miso soup and dumpling soup are fantastic as well. The staff is very friendly and always make us feel very welcome. Great for dine-in or takeout. read more

Wish I would've tried this cute little place sooner. Spicy tuna and big mouth sushi delicious and fresh. The ramen is so good too.