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Japanese restaurant in Delta, British Columbia
What should I order at Akari Japanese Restaurant?
What to order
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Dynamite Rolls
Mentioned as unbelievably good and seriously amazing, making it a standout favorite among reviewers.
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Amazing Roll
Frequently praised for being very unique and living up to its name with great flavor, including garlic umami notes.
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Fantastic Roll
Recommended multiple times for its excellent flavor and blend of different fish, particularly appreciated by those who like aburi and oshi styles.
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Sashimi
Highly regarded for its freshness and taste, described as melting in the mouth and using very fresh seafood ingredients.
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Crispy Roll
Preferred over similar options like the Yam Crunch Roll for better flavor and crunch.
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Awesome Roll
Noted for its crunchy bits and popcorn shrimp, matching its name and recommended for a satisfying texture.
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Tempura
Praised for not being overly breaded, with just enough coating to make it crunchy and tasty.
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Spicy Delight
Recommended as a must-try with fresh fish and good portion size.
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Akari House Salad
Mentioned as a must-try item alongside other appetizers.
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Agadashi Tofu
Highlighted as a must-try dish in the appetizer category.
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Yakisoaba
Noted for being served on a sizzling hot plate and being a hit especially with kids.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11:30 AM to 9 PM |
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| Tuesday | 11:30 AM to 9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM to 9 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM to 9 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM to 9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 12 to 9 PM |
| Sunday | 12 to 8:30 PM |
About Akari Japanese Restaurant
Comfy eatery with a sushi bar that dishes out standard Japanese offerings & innovative maki rolls.
Amenities
Service options
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Private dining room
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Groups
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Akari Japanese Restaurant known for?
Akari is best known for sushi and special rolls, especially the dynamite rolls, Fantastic Roll, Amazing roll, and other chef’s special maki. Reviewers repeatedly mention very fresh sashimi, bold flavor combinations, and generous portions, with many saying the rolls are worth the slightly higher price on some items.
What dishes are most recommended at Akari Japanese Restaurant?
Reviewers most often recommend the dynamite rolls, Fantastic Roll, Amazing roll, crispy roll, yam crunch roll, sashimi, and bento combinations like the Special Dinner and Akari Dinner. A few also call out agedashi tofu, prawn tempura, and oyako don as reliable picks.
What is the atmosphere like at Akari Japanese Restaurant?
The restaurant is described as cozy, quiet, casual, and trendy, with authentic private Japanese booths and tatami rooms. It works well for date nights, groups, and solo dining, and reviewers mention that the private rooms are quieter when the main dining room is busy.
Is Akari Japanese Restaurant good value, and what is the price range?
Akari’s price range is CA$20–30, and reviewers describe the food as reasonably priced with big, nicely plated servings. Some special rolls are considered on the pricier side, but the lunch set before 3 PM and the bento-style dinners are often called good value.
When is the best time to visit Akari Japanese Restaurant?
Reviewers say it is usually busy, so reservations can help, especially if you want a tatami room or a quieter table. The lunch set before 3 PM is specifically called a fantastic value, and the restaurant is also noted for prompt service even during busy periods.
Is parking available at Akari Japanese Restaurant?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Akari Japanese Restaurant have vegetarian options?
Yes, Akari Japanese Restaurant offers vegetarian options.
Is Akari Japanese Restaurant kid-friendly?
Yes, Akari Japanese Restaurant is good for kids.
