Oleg D
Akebono is the vibrant, new Japanese spot Seattle needed! From the moment you step inside, the staff is wonderfully welcoming, setting the stage for a delightful meal.
The menu truly shines with both comforting classics and fresh takes. The ramen is deep and flavorful—a perfect bowl of warmth. But don’t miss the rolls; they are deliciously light yet full of taste.
And for the grand finale, the Matcha Tiramisu is an absolute must-try. It’s the perfect, sweet, earthy end to an excellent dining experience. Akebono is a fantastic addition to the neighborhood and already a must-visit!
… moreJanna Murphy
The sushi was delicious! We got a few rolls to share and they were all very good- ingredients were fresh and the combinations were typical options so got exactly what we were looking for. Sticky rice, crisp vegetables, creamy, some spicy- some not -fresh fish.
Service was absolutely wonderful – friendly, helpful, and pretty quick!
… moreJay Estrada
Came here for dinner with my family when we unexpectedly found our go-to Japanese restaurant was closed the day after Christmas, and we left Akebono feeling like we didn’t miss anything! I ordered their Pork Katsu Curry which was a deliciously warm cure for a typical damp and dreary Seattle evening, with complex rich savory flavor (with discernible notes of fruit) in the curry sauce that paired so well with the crisp cutlet. My kids enjoyed the Salmon Ikura Bowl – well, at least the ikura – which just meant my wife and I were able to split the generous portion thinly sliced salmon which was the perfect balance of being both fatty and delicate at the same time. The speed of service was excellent as it took less than 5 minutes after ordering for our tempura appetizer to arrive at the table, which our kids appreciated almost as much as the kindness and warmth of the staff (shoutout to Ailene and the rest of the crew working that night). We look forward to sampling their sushi and sashimi upon our inevitable return in the near future.
… moreAmalie Persson
Had the spicy dragon roll and it was so delicious. Best sushi I’ve had in a while. I also got the seaweed salad which was yummy and fresh. The staff were also super nice and attentive. I will be coming back
… moreKara B
Wedgwood, you are so lucky to have Akebono in your neighborhood. It’s rare to find a great Japanese restaurant with easy parking, genuinely friendly staff, and consistently excellent food. And the bento box? Massive—easily feeds two.
… moreRahul M
Delicious food, friendly people and nice ambiance.
. I discovered this place 3 weeks ago and been here multiple times since. I’ve a few different meals and sushi and everything was delicious.
… moreRachel P.
Akebono is located in a tiny strip mall in wedgewood so parking is rough but the food is excellent. I am a big fan of their salmon ikura bowl and they have a wide variety of Japanese food other than sushi. I am a repeat customer!
… moreJeremy D
Excellent hosts, extremely quick service, and everything was full of balanced, rich flavor! I loved the ramen with a few side sushi rolls!
… moreBrent Plummer
Pleasantly surprised. Good sushi rolls, kids shared a bento box, and wife and sashimi salad. Everything was good and served quickly. Customer service great as well.
A pretty solid first experience overall. I’m rooting for these guys. Wedgwood needs a good new restaurant (and really needs sushi). It was great to see the place fill up on a Saturday night. Hoping for the best.
… moreDevon Kruse
Exactly what the neighborhood needed!! We’ve been several times since it opened and it has been excellent every time. The owner is so kind and welcoming. The staff are all hardworking and attentive. The food is AMAZING. Every dish we’ve tried, we love. We have a pretty high bar for sushi, and this exceeded our expectations. Excited to try to the ramen next! Highly recommend.
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