Akami Sushi & Grill was a really pleasant surprise in Dawsonville. I honestly did not expect to…read morefind a sushi spot this good on the north side of Atlanta, but this place absolutely delivered. First off, full transparency: I am NOT some sushi expert. I'm not going to pretend I can break down every fish and technique like a professional critic. What I can tell you is simple -- I grabbed sushi, put it in my mouth, and it was yummy yummy in my tum-tum. That's my expert analysis. But seriously, the sushi was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. You really do eat with your eyes first, and everything coming out of the kitchen looked excellent. The rolls looked clean, colorful, and well made without being overloaded. Add in the soy sauce, wasabi, yum-yum sauce, and the whole experience just worked. The gyoza was an excellent starter. Nice crisp on the bottom, soft on top, and the sauce paired with it really well. We also tried the Beef Tataki. Flavor-wise, it was good, but I do wish the beef had been a little more tender. Personally, I'd probably skip that dish next time, but honestly this is a sushi restaurant, so I'm not going to hold one beef appetizer against them when everything else was very strong. The chicken tonkatsu with fried rice was excellent. Super crispy breading, juicy chicken, and the sauce on top tied everything together really well. Next time I actually want to try the pork cutlet because they clearly know how to fry food properly. Service was A+. Spencer took care of us and was a gentleman from beginning to end. Friendly, attentive, and made the whole experience even better. The inside of the restaurant deserves its own paragraph because they did an AMAZING job with the design. It's modern, spacious, clean, and honestly feels much more upscale than you'd expect in Dawsonville. The booths and tables are roomy, we never felt cramped, and the whole atmosphere makes it feel like a great date-night spot or somewhere you can actually relax and enjoy dinner. Pricing varies depending on the sushi rolls. Some are around $13 while others go into the $15-17 range depending on what you order, which honestly feels pretty normal for quality sushi these days. Also, one final important detail: When you leave, grab one of those little guava candies by the entrance. I'm telling you right now, those things are ridiculously good. Plenty of parking too since it's right there by the North Georgia Premium Outlets area. Overall, very happy with this place and definitely one of the better surprises I've had in Dawsonville in a long time. We'll absolutely be back. And yes... all of this was enjoyed properly with a Coke Zero because they are a Coca-Cola spot. PS: They gave me a membership rewards card that helped me save about 8 bucks Accumulate points as you continue dining in

I visited Akami Sushi & Grill two days in a row and I'm happy to say, they're my new go-to Japanese…read morerestaurant. The service is nice... everyone's friendly. I have to remember to take photos of the inside during my next visit. I ordered the chicken Yaki Lo Mein with onions and it was good. The next day, I ordered the Lovely Roll and chicken fried rice with onions. Everything was tasty, my only complaints are, I wish they hadn't put the sushi rolls in the same bag as the fried rice. The rolls were warm and by the time I got home the seaweed was really chewy so I had to remove it. It would be nice if they had a spicy fried rice option as well, like the Japanese restaurant I always went to before finding them. I highly recommend this establish and glad it's in Dawsonville.

If you're looking for an unforgettable hibachi experience, Kani House in Dawsonville absolutely…read moredelivers and our server, Jordan, made it exceptional from start to finish. From the moment we sat down, Jordan brought an energy that set the tone for the entire evening. Attentive without being overbearing, friendly without feeling forced truly the kind of service that elevates a dining experience. Every detail was handled seamlessly, from drink refills to timing our meal perfectly with the chef's performance. The hibachi steak and shrimp was outstanding. The steak was cooked to perfection tender, flavorful, and expertly seasoned while the shrimp were juicy with just the right amount of char. The entire meal was fresh, hot, and beautifully presented right off the grill, with that classic hibachi flair we all love. What really stood out, though, was how Jordan made us feel like valued guests, not just another table. That level of genuine hospitality is rare and deserves recognition. We'll absolutely be back and we'll be asking for Jordan every time.

Food was not good, very bland, it tasted like rancid oil. The miso soup tasted like dish water. The…read morestaff was friendly But if you are looking for flavorful food, this is not your place. Do not recommend.

Good food. Cant beat the price too. Full on $12 meal. Waiter was nice. Place was clean.read more

For Hibachi compared to the others, the food was good and the customer service was very good. The…read moremanager hostess was very sweet and welcoming. I will go back when I want some Hibachi. The only constructive criticism for the owner is the music being played (as in many places that overlook this issue) is being played for the the employees instead of the customers. Listening to Def Leopard type music with screaming guitars is not the best thing for getting customers in a relaxed environment to sit down, enjoy food, and have conversation. The wrong music kills the vibe and experience. Music is a big part of a dining experience. Music should fit the restaurant. Even if they didn't want music with an oriental flare, some smooth Jazz would be a better option than hyper music belonging in a bar environment.

What an incredible experience!!! absolutely amazing restaurant at the moment you walked in you…read moreagreed with happy welcoming smile from the hostess. Seated immediately a hand hibachi table. Our waitress Aku was incredible. She was polite, repeated our orders. Make sure our orders were correct. Keam came and checked in on us with a smile. Now our hibachi chef (TJ) was Incredible. He was funny entertaining was so sweet to the kids at the table and cooked my steak and lobster to perfection. This has to be the most amazing fried rice I have ever had and the vegetables were fresh and large pieces and delicious. They were even amazing the next day when I had the leftovers. My son had the volcano roll absolutely delicious 16 pieces of fresh sushi. This location was the one all the way in Dawsonville and I believe it's worth the trip to come back here again, close to the premium outlets.

My experience at Volcano was so unprofessional and off-putting that it reflects a serious failure…read morein management not just a bad night. Our party arrived at 9:12 PM, nearly an hour before their posted 10:00 PM closing time. Before we were even seated, we were told that if we didn't place our order within five minutes, we would not be served. We hadn't sat down, hadn't seen a menu, and hadn't been greeted properly yet we were immediately met with pressure and dismissiveness. This is not a staffing issue this is a management issue. Properly run restaurants do not treat paying customers like an inconvenience simply because the staff wants to close early. If your kitchen closes before your posted hours, that needs to be clearly communicated and enforced professionally not thrown at guests in a rushed, borderline hostile manner. What's most concerning is that this behavior felt normalized, as if management has allowed or even encouraged staff to operate this way. That speaks volumes about the leadership and standards of this establishment. First impressions matter, and this one ensured I will never return. I would strongly caution others to reconsider before dining here, especially if you expect to be treated with basic courtesy and respect. Ownership should take a hard look at how this restaurant is being managed, because experiences like this don't just lose one customer they damage the reputation of the entire

We were sitting at the coffee shop next door to Zen Ramen and Bento in Dahlonega smelling these…read moreamazing aromas. We decided to go and try a bowl of Ramen. People, go now and treat yourself to delishness! Abby was our server and even though we were outside, she was very attentive. The chef and owner, Mr. Tom, came out and checked on us twice, who does that? Our food was hot, full of flavor, and there was plenty. Get the combo you will not be sorry with your choice. I got the chicken karage and the beef bulgogi. My friend got the spring rolls and Shoyu butter chicken. Oh my yum!!

I ordered a Shoyu Tonkotsu Black making it clear I'm a vegetarian. My partner did the same. They…read morebrought out a regular Tonkotsu Black with meat in it. That was fine, no big deal. But instead of taking it back and redoing it, the chef clearly just took the meat out and put a piece of tofu in it. They didn't offer to comp the dish or anything. The only response I got was "would you like me to bring the check" by the server. I wasn't being rude about it at all, but she was clearly uncomfortable. If I was vegetarian for religious reasons I would be absolutely livid. Alas, all I can do is write this review. Avoid if vegetarian--chef seems to disagree with the diet choice.

What a great surprise this place was along our weekend road trip. We decided to check it out after…read morereading really good review on both yelp and google while trying to eat at local places. For being connected to a gas station- this is NOT gas station food. This is an actual amazing Hibachi and Sushi restaurant in a very small town. All of the employees were so welcoming and friendly. We decided to order dinner to go because the place was very busy. The wait for the food was not terribly long, but we enjoyed watching the sushi chef while we waited. The portion sizes were HUGE for the price we paid. My husband and I could have easily shared a plate. The food was full of flavor and so tasty!

The egg drop soup is always hot and plenty. My favorite dish is the sesame chicken but I have also…read moreenjoyed other items from their menu. The staff has been nice and polite every time that I have entered the restaurant so I definitely can justify giving them 5 stars. The restaurant isn't large but decorated nicely and easily can host small groups from UNG and surrounding communities. Keep up the great job.

Sushi and service are excellent. Love the seaweed salad! Nice clean restaurant. The manager…read moreactually comes by the table to check on you.

Great food, excellent service and the environment is very relaxing. I am beyond happy that we…read morefinally have a great Japanese restaurant in Dawsonville!

They take a while to prepare food but it always comes out hot The noodles probably aren't good for…read moreyou but the taste is addictive. I've tried various entrees but mainly go for the lo mein and crab rangoons

Worst, most bland "general Tso's chicken" I've ever had in my life. It was so bad I only ate three…read morepieces and threw the rest of the $11 meal away. Rice wasn't worth the effort to eat. I'm wondering if they're cutting out to spices to save money. Wouldn't eat there again even if it were free.

The spicy garlic chicken and…read more The hunan vegetable with tofu Food was fresh with a lot of flavor. My husband's was a little spicy but the garlic chicken was really good.

This is one of the worst hot and sour soups I've had. I'm so sad because I really wanted some as…read moreit's one of my favorites. Had no flavor at all.