Akarui

Akarui truly lives up to its name—"Akarui" means bright and cheerful, and that energy carries through the entire experience. The space is spotless and welcoming, setting the tone for a great meal from the start. The fish was incredibly fresh, clean-tasting, and high quality—beautifully prepared and easy on the stomach. Every bite felt thoughtfully done. The waitress was fantastic and clearly knew the menu well; her recommendations made ordering a breeze and led us to some excellent choices. Friendly service, fresh fish, and a bright, inviting atmosphere. If we’re ever back in Omaha, this is absolutely a spot we’d return to. Highly recommend for anyone who appreciates quality seafood and great service.

Keep doing what you're doing, Akarui! First time trying this place and I couldn't be happier. Chashu Buns and Vegetable Gyozas to start. Absolute bangers. Spicy Chicken Katsu - nailed it. We ate far too much. Fantastic stop. Will make a stop whenever we're in town.

This place is pretty good in terms of Japanese food. I ordered sushi and sashimi mix. The price was very reasonable and the quality of fish was really fresh and enjoyable and I could not expect anything more from a sushi place located in Midwest. The atmosphere was modern and giving the location in downtown Omaha I would say pretty appealing. I would certainly recommend this as a quick launch bite for anyone who is into Asian cuisine.

So good I had to stop twice. My lady and I stopped here for a quick supper and were very impressed with our meals. She had a custom poke bowl, and I had a seared tuna salad. Both were excellent. We stopped back the next day for lunch.She had a different poke bowl, and I had the chicken fried rice. Again both dishes were excellent. My lady also had a couple of the specialty drinks and she really enjoyed them.

Loved all the options. It was cool and easy and fun! Will definitely go again. Even got kids chop sticks so we could learn to eat it more traditionally. Waiter was so patient and helpful. Process seemed fair.

This downtown gem doesn’t just serve food—it serves attitude, heat, and a little emotional chaos in a bowl. I walked in craving something bold and walked out wondering if I’d just had a fling with a Poké bowl that knew how to ruin me—in the best way. The spicy Poké bowl? A full-on flavor riot. It didn’t ask for permission—it just hit me with that perfect burn, balanced by fresh toppings that cooled things down just enough to keep me begging for more. It’s the kind of bowl that makes you text your ex just to say, "I’ve moved on. And it’s hotter." Then came the ramen. Deep, rich broth with noodles that had bounce and bite, like they were trained in emotional resilience. Flirty but dangerous. It warmed me up and whispered, "You’re mine now." And the bar? Adorable. That will be my next try on my for sure next visit! Final verdict: This spot is a spicy little heartbreaker. Come hungry, leave sweaty, and maybe a little emotionally compromised.

We made a reservation for 5 pm for two people on a Saturday night. It wasn’t busy when we arrived but became busy as we left. The service was quick and food prepared very quickly. The Akarui ramen was delicious. The broth so warm and savory and the beef tender and flavorful. My wife enjoyed her chicken teriyaki and the portion was massive! We also got the crag Rangoon and chicken karaage for appetizers and those were also delicious. I highly recommend this place and prices were good for the portion sizes.