Aki Japanese Restaurant — Restaurant in Covington

I am a true disciple of Aki. It is hands-down my favorite sushi anywhere, in any state, in any country I’ve visited, ever. I travel a good bit, and I eat sushi everywhere I go; there is no comparison to Aki. Sushi is three things: Quality fish, Skilled artistry, and Love. Aki has all three ingredients in spades. All the fish is fresh and top-notch in grade. The chefs are impeccable in their abilities. And the love comes out in the service, the children’s hangings on the wall, and the flavorful and unique combinations on (and off) the menu. If you have to wait to get a seat, then wait - it’s worth it! Have not had a bite yet that need a second… and third, fourth, fifth. Aki is not just my favorite sushi, it is my favorite restaurant, period. Birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, date nights, friend dinners, and pretty much every other week just in general, this is our go-to comfort food. Our home away from home (who has way better sushi than our home), filled with a whole staff who feel like family.

Highest of recommendations!

(Do yourself a favor and order a Hurricane Roll....

Freshest sushi hands down. Incredible flavor combinations. We have several favorite rolls and appetizers as our go-to items. A few months ago we had a fantastic tasting dinner at the bar when we let the sushi chef create dishes based on our likes and dislikes. He even managed to convince me to try eel again, haven't eaten it for years, and it was delicious.

The service typically isn't warm and fuzzy, but they get the orders correct and you leave full. If you value service and price as more important than high quality and delicious food, this may not be the place for you. It is pricey, but in my opinion the incredibly fresh ingredients are well worth it.

The size of the restaurant and the difficulty getting high quality ingredients in this strange new world we find ourselves in has really put a crunch on Aki's hours and capacity. But boy, when you're lucky enough to get a reservation Mon-Thur, find a table on Friday and Saturday, or get your to-go order called in early enough to be able to choose your pick-up time......

Be prepared as each flavor is one to savor at Aki. Unbeknownst to those who have just off the beaten path come into the presence of these professionals. We find ourselves selves again faced with the unfortunate fact our stomachs are not larger. Truly, my sole dissapiontment was we could not consume more of the delicious offerings provided here. I must urge you, chew slowly, as you will attemt to voraciously devour the myriad of flavorful options. Aki will have you utterly enchanted by the aromas and tastings, while your soul is made whole, with piece by piece of delicious sashimi, hand cut by the best chefs in Covington. Enthralled by this selection, I have yet to expierience something similar, as many have tried to replicate these methods but none have come close to the level of service and food here. Without a doubt, I will most certainly...