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Okatshe is a modern Japanese dining destination offering fresh sushi, creative maki roll selections, and authentic flavors in a sleek, welcoming setting. If you’re searching for sushi near me, a sushi restaurant near me, or a Japanese restaurant near me, Okatshe delivers quality ingredients and expertly crafted dishes. Located near the PPL Center and ArtsWalk in Allentown, it’s perfect for lunch, dinner, or a relaxed dining experience. Guests enjoy signature rolls, sashimi, and warm hospitality, making Okatshe a go-to spot for sushi lovers and casual dining alike.
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Matthew Winkler
My wife took me here for my birthday and it was amazing. Our server made fantastic recommendations and I don’t think I can eat sushi anywhere else ever again. For those who choose quality over quantity and want experiences this is your place. The wagu roll and nigiri deluxe are must gets. Can’t wait to come back.
… moreRichard W
Americanized Asian-inspired food with a ridiculously good value Happy Hour. Overall, I enjoyed the experience (thanks for the excellent bar service!) but the food’s too heavy and greasy for my preferences. I wondered why mayo ever needed to be on chirashi or ribs. The menu should suit the American palate, though, as evidenced by the extremely busy restaurant.
The best thing to get is the shishito-infused Lion’s Head cocktail. This cocktail’s made for those who love grassy NZ sauvignon blanc. As for the food, I’d recommend the tender fall-off-the-bone ribs but ask for no mayo. The wings needed way less oil (check salt-and-pepper Chinese dishes for reference on how to improve this dish).
The kakigori should be skipped. I’m very picky about kakigori as it’s my favorite dessert. This one was a sno-cone with ice cream. The texture’s completely wrong. It’s disgustingly sweet.
… moreThe best thing to get is the shishito-infused Lion’s Head cocktail. This cocktail’s made for those who love grassy NZ sauvignon blanc. As for the food, I’d recommend the tender fall-off-the-bone ribs but ask for no mayo. The wings needed way less oil (check salt-and-pepper Chinese dishes for reference on how to improve this dish).
The kakigori should be skipped. I’m very picky about kakigori as it’s my favorite dessert. This one was a sno-cone with ice cream. The texture’s completely wrong. It’s disgustingly sweet.
Tara E
If you like delicious Japanese food in a fun lively environment, this is the spot for you! But…bring your wallet because you will spend some coins. Worth it though! Thoughtfully sourced sushi seafood and deliciously prepared dishes await!
… moreLOR D
Lovely restaurant in a warm and inviting Tokyo decor . Restaurant has very comfortable seating and a nice large bar area with great drinks and some outdoor seating as well. Service is fast and friendly with a kind and helpful staff. We tried the salmon tataki, tuna on crispy rice , yellowtail hamachi jalapeno rolls, and nigiri . All the dishes were very good and delicious and prepared beautifully. Nice menu with something for everyone and desserts too. Prices as expected on the higher side but food is good. We enjoyed our visit and meal. Love the Japanese music which added an authentic touch. Great spot to try.
… moreAmi Lanning
Tried this last night with family. Wow, what a fun and delicious experience! Great drink menu, with food selections where everyone will find something they like. Between us, we had the wings, ribs, shishito peppers, lobster taco, sashimi plate, and several à la carte sushi pieces along with rolls. Service was great – they were awesome with accommodating an allergy. The staff was knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. The vibe is intimate yet fun. Can’t wait to go back.
… moreNick Krivosh
A new, very nice and modern restaurant with a sushi bar and great cocktails. The Tokyo Drift and their Old Fashions were delicious.
Their sushi rolls and shareables were all great, especially their wings and seared salmon. The menu was quite large with a lot of different sushi, small plates and some large plates to choose from. The servers were all great and very attentive as well.
I’ll definitely have to come back and try their Japanese saki.
… moreTheir sushi rolls and shareables were all great, especially their wings and seared salmon. The menu was quite large with a lot of different sushi, small plates and some large plates to choose from. The servers were all great and very attentive as well.
I’ll definitely have to come back and try their Japanese saki.
Matt Sullivan
Fresh, delicious, and well-prepared nigiri, maki, and sashimi. The salmon sashimi was the star of the show for me. We also tried the fried Brussels sprouts and pork bao buns and both were excellent appetizers. The bar also offers a variety of cocktails that lean into Japanese flavors which help to complete the experience.
… moreLaura Domic
We picked Okatshe for our anniversary dinner after hearing all the hype—Iron Chef José Garces! Best Japanese food in the Lehigh Valley! With reviews like that, we walked in expecting magic. What we got felt more like a dress rehearsal that no one bothered to practice for.
We told our server it was our first time and asked what he recommended. His helpful response?
“Everything on the menu is good. I can’t tell you what to order.”
Fantastic. Nothing like a choose-your-own-adventure menu when you’re trying to have a special dinner.
Cocktails were great—so we thought we were off to a good start. Then the food arrived and the downhill slide began.
Clam soup: essentially plain miso with microscopic clams whose shells apparently fused with the meat at birth. Not sure if they were meant to be eaten or simply admired as decorative stones.
Miso cod: We didn’t even have to taste it—our noses waved the white flag the moment it hit the table. Fresh fish does not introduce itself with a strong “I am no longer fresh” aroma. We flagged the manager, who took it away quickly—thankfully before it could evacuate the room.
Brussels sprouts: good flavor, but limp. Think “spa day,” not “crispy appetizer.”
Soft-shell crab: shockingly delicious—finally a dish that reminded us what competent cooking tastes like.
Then came the sushi adventure. We ordered the Hamachi Jalapeño roll. After a mysterious delay, the waiter informed us the chef accidentally made Hamachi Serrano instead—but hey, it’s free!
The Serrano version was actually the best dish of the night.
The actual roll we ordered? It looked and tasted like something you grab from the supermarket at 8 p.m. when all the good stuff is gone.
After all the hype, this meal left us asking one serious question:
Has Chef José Garces tasted anything coming out of this kitchen lately?
Because if he has, then we’re even more confused.
We won’t be rushing back. Our anniversary deserved better—and so did the fish.
… moreWe told our server it was our first time and asked what he recommended. His helpful response?
“Everything on the menu is good. I can’t tell you what to order.”
Fantastic. Nothing like a choose-your-own-adventure menu when you’re trying to have a special dinner.
Cocktails were great—so we thought we were off to a good start. Then the food arrived and the downhill slide began.
Clam soup: essentially plain miso with microscopic clams whose shells apparently fused with the meat at birth. Not sure if they were meant to be eaten or simply admired as decorative stones.
Miso cod: We didn’t even have to taste it—our noses waved the white flag the moment it hit the table. Fresh fish does not introduce itself with a strong “I am no longer fresh” aroma. We flagged the manager, who took it away quickly—thankfully before it could evacuate the room.
Brussels sprouts: good flavor, but limp. Think “spa day,” not “crispy appetizer.”
Soft-shell crab: shockingly delicious—finally a dish that reminded us what competent cooking tastes like.
Then came the sushi adventure. We ordered the Hamachi Jalapeño roll. After a mysterious delay, the waiter informed us the chef accidentally made Hamachi Serrano instead—but hey, it’s free!
The Serrano version was actually the best dish of the night.
The actual roll we ordered? It looked and tasted like something you grab from the supermarket at 8 p.m. when all the good stuff is gone.
After all the hype, this meal left us asking one serious question:
Has Chef José Garces tasted anything coming out of this kitchen lately?
Because if he has, then we’re even more confused.
We won’t be rushing back. Our anniversary deserved better—and so did the fish.
Jeff Crum
Happen to stumble upon this place, by staying at the hotel next to it. The bar staff was absolutely amazing! Janell and Alona will serve up the perfect drink to complement your meal. I tried the Okastshe Old Fashioned, which was beyond perfect! For dinner I had a very traditional rainbow roll and some Miso soup. The fish was fresh, and delicious and very well paired with the Okastshe Old Fashioned. The menu includes small bites, traditional Nigiri, Sashimi, and Maki. Plus there are plenty of small bites as well as several other dishes like an amazing ribeye! Plus everything is reasonably priced! I can’t wait to come again!
… morecrescent fallen (crescentfallen)
Was very excited to try this place. It’s not everyday an Iron Chef opens up a spot in your backyard.
Went with a couple of friends and sat at the bar. The inside is very inviting, modern chic look. The bartender was very knowledgeable and friendly. Drinks were made right and even got a round of sake on the house.
We ordered about 9 items to try. Everything was amazing. The shashimi pieces were larger than other establishments and very good tasting. The scallops were some of the best I’ve ever had and so was the short rib. It fell off the bone and very tasty.
I am excited about the small plate, tapas style servings as you can order and taste alot of different things.
My only gripe is parking, we came just after 4pm so we were lucky.
This was a very good dining experience and I will be back. Hope this place makes it and keeps up the standards.
… moreWent with a couple of friends and sat at the bar. The inside is very inviting, modern chic look. The bartender was very knowledgeable and friendly. Drinks were made right and even got a round of sake on the house.
We ordered about 9 items to try. Everything was amazing. The shashimi pieces were larger than other establishments and very good tasting. The scallops were some of the best I’ve ever had and so was the short rib. It fell off the bone and very tasty.
I am excited about the small plate, tapas style servings as you can order and taste alot of different things.
My only gripe is parking, we came just after 4pm so we were lucky.
This was a very good dining experience and I will be back. Hope this place makes it and keeps up the standards.