Akira Sushi

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1222 Soquel Ave
Santa Cruz, CA 95062
+1 (831) 600-7093
http://akirasantacruz.com

Akira Sushi in Santa Cruz, CA, offers a vibrant dining experience with an emphasis on fresh fish and bold flavors, nestled in the Seabright neighborhood. Known for its casual atmosphere adorned with local art, Akira has been serving customers since February 2012, providing a diverse menu that includes custom omakase, chirashi donburi, and an extensive selection of sushi rolls.

The restaurant also features popular grilled items such as salmon teriyaki and hamachi kama, alongside daily lunch specials and bento boxes. With a daily happy hour and a selection of Japanese sake and regional beers, Akira Sushi invites guests to enjoy a delightful experience in both indoor and patio seating, as well as convenient takeout options.

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4.0966 reviews
Glenn G.
8/19/2025

I'm not going to go into a full assault as the food was ok, but it was hugely disappointing as was looking forward to being delighted due to previous reviews and some personal recommendations. At...

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Rebecca X.
8/10/2025

This place is amazing! I haven't eaten sushi in a millennia, and I'm so glad this is the place I went to. We got the 16 piece sashimi platter ($35.50) and the dragon scales. I think the dragon...

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Kathryn A.
6/15/2025

Went in to try and get a quick bite on a busy Saturday and sat at the sushi bar. I ordered their dinner bento box with sashimi, salmon roll and mixed tempura. It was a mixed experience. First,...

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Elaina V.
5/20/2025

So tasty!!! For our sushi rolls, we ordered the seabright special and the stormtrooper crisp. The seabright special was so fresh, with basil, cucumber, nuts, lemon, hamachi, and avocado. The...

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Maricarmen C.
11/24/2024

Stopped by for dinner and decided to try their three item bento box, which two of us shared. It was the perfect amount of food for us. We went on a Saturday night, so it was very busy. We were...

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