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Akami Sushi
$ · Sushi

1773 1st Ave, New York, NY 10128
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Best Sushi in Upper East Side

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Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Master Critic Review

Akami Sushi 7.7
Upper East Side-Yorkville
Vibes: Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance Quick Bites Champions Solo Dining Sanctuaries Hidden Gems Heaven
Akami Sushi is a compact First Avenue shop known for its value-driven lunch deals, bento boxes, and straightforward rolls geared toward takeout and delivery. Diners rely on it for quick, customizable sushi meals rather than a drawn-out omakase experience.
Must-Try Dishes: Lunch Bento Box, Spicy Tuna Roll, Salmon Avocado Roll
Scores:
Value: 8.4 Service: 7.6 Consistency: 7.3 Food Quality: 7.9 Atmosphere: 6 Cultural Relevance: 6.8
What makes it special: A value-focused sushi shop with strong lunch combos and efficient takeout.
Who should go: Budget-minded locals grabbing sushi on the go.
When to visit: Midday and early evening for the best bento and roll deals.
What to order: Lunch Bento Box, spicy tuna roll, salmon avocado roll.
Insider tip: Aim for weekday lunch hours when combo pricing stretches furthest and waits are shortest.