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Restaurants in Baker

Aki Japanese Cuisine

4.6
559 Google reviews$$ · Moderate

Rates above the average for restaurants near Baker — one of 12 we've tracked here.

Things to Know

Aki Japanese Cuisine is a Japanese restaurant known for fresh, beautifully presented nigiri and sashimi with attentive service, located in a calm dining space that welcomes solo diners and regulars alike.

Regulars return multiple times monthly for expertly crafted nigiri and sashimi with exceptional service, though portion sizes on specialty rolls can feel small for the price.

  • Nigiri and sashimi are consistently fresh with generous fish cuts, especially salmon and seared scallops.
  • Service is personalized and knowledgeable, with staff answering questions about fish selections and offering extra tea after payment.
  • Appetizers like hot and sour soup, miso soup, and seaweed salad are flavorful and well-executed.
  • Happy hour drink deals and a calm, unhurried dining atmosphere.
  • Specialty sushi rolls are noticeably small for the price ($16.50 for 4 pieces), which some reviewers find disappointing.
  • Takeout service quality can be inconsistent compared to dine-in experience.

Based on Google reviews · AI summarized

Hours

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM

Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM

Thursday: 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM

Friday: 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM

Saturday: 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM

Sunday: 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM

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What Visitors Say

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CLou S

5 months ago

I had lunch here on a Sunday. I was greeted and seated promptly. I liked the calming vibe. I was not rushed the enture time and was even offered more hot tea after I already paid the bill. The miso soup was delicious, the ginger sald dressung thick and plenty, and the sushi was delish. I ate there alone and it was a very pleasent experience!

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Lauren K

6 months ago

I’ve been here a few times and while I can’t speak for the sushi rolls, the nigiri is delicious! Nice sized cuts of fish - the salmon and seared scallops were our favs! The hot and sour soup is a perfect app and full of flavor. Also great drink deals for happy hour!

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Kapualani Tassillio

a month ago

We eat at AKI at least twice a month. The sashimi & sushi is fresh, tasty & excellent. Along with our regular sushi & sashimi order, we usually order a seaweed salad, miso soup & shumai and these are always amazing. The sushi chefs are very skilled and the platters of sashimi and sushi are beautifully arranged. We will continue to eat at this restaurant and recommend it to all who love Japanese food. The service is personal and excellent. The service is always amazing! Our server is knowledgeable about the fish and answers our questions about items we are curious about. Thank you AKI for all the wonderful meals we have been served and the fantastic service.

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Camden Lyon

2 months ago

I’ve been coming here around my birthday every year for almost 10 years. Not a single bad experience, with kind service and great food. Usuzukuri appetizer is a real treat.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aki Japanese Cuisine worth it in Baker?

Regulars return multiple times monthly for expertly crafted nigiri and sashimi with exceptional service, though portion sizes on specialty rolls can feel small for the price. Known for: fresh nigiri and impeccable japanese hospitality.

What do visitors love about Aki Japanese Cuisine?

Nigiri and sashimi are consistently fresh with generous fish cuts, especially salmon and seared scallops. Service is personalized and knowledgeable, with staff answering questions about fish selections and offering extra tea after payment. Appetizers like hot and sour soup, miso soup, and seaweed salad are flavorful and well-executed. Happy hour drink deals and a calm, unhurried dining atmosphere.

Is there anything to know before visiting Aki Japanese Cuisine?

Specialty sushi rolls are noticeably small for the price ($16.50 for 4 pieces), which some reviewers find disappointing. Takeout service quality can be inconsistent compared to dine-in experience.

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