Reviews for Akemi Sushi in Castro Valley, CA

Former staff review. They only use cold water to wash there dishes. I’d get in trouble for using hot water everytime! They... also take there old rice and mix it with the hot new rice. Anything to save a dollar!! Don’t believe me? I got 3 hour workdays! From 12-3. One time I stopped working 2 minutes to 3 and was in trouble for that. Terrible owners. I’d never eat hereseeing what I saw. Talk about bacteria spreading. Read more

Though it may be a little on the pricier end, it makes up with being very fresh. The fish is good quality and I feel like a lot... of care is out into the ingredients. Read more

The outdoor seating is really nice and away from the traffic. Almost all the sushi rolls have avocado but not too much. The... nigiri was a little on the small side but provided a good burst of flavor. No other sides, which might be nice to have with thesushi butt that's ok. Would like to try the sashimi and see if it has crisp edges. Read more

Food is decent and fish tastes fresh, but the portions are laughably small for the prices they charge. I got chirashi with... "sashimi" smaller than pieces on average nigiri on a big base of plain rice. Why order out if you'll still be hungry after themeal? Worth going to Alameda or Oakland or San Ramon instead for sushi. Read more

After nearly leaving upon arrival as we learned there was only outside seating and had to change table several times to get... warmth. We had reservations we decided to stay since it has been rated so highly. Should have gone with our first gut feeling.Seaweed salad good however didn't seem very fresh. Ordered beer not so cold. Order chicken appetizer room temperature and tonsof breading hardly any chicken to speak of Then our Sashimi came wow I guess we're spoiled it was the smallest pieces we'veseen since restaurants reopened. The Lion King roll was hardly warmed through and several pieces had crab shell. My husband saidat least you know it was real crab ? I offered this info to the server/ hostess she said I'm sorry I'll tell the chef. It wasthe smallest Lion King role I have ever received at any Japanese restaurant laughable actually. The spider roll was a similarsmall size certainly not worth the $18 this restaurant is charging. We agree with other reviews here they are way overpriced.My husband and I dine out a lot and never leave tough reviews however we both decided this restaurant warranted our thoughts.Very disappointing especially when we used Google for the top sushi restaurant in Castro Valley. We clearly won't make thismistake again at the cost of over $100. Not one of the pictures on this site Port what they serve. If you are seeking greatsushi try Senro or UKai in San Ramon. Outstanding food good prices and outstanding service Read more

Very good and fresh sushi. I’m not sure if I’m out of touch or what but the pricing seems a bit steep. $38 for 2 rolls seems... high to me but at least it’s good. The location of the store is very convenient and there’s other food spots nearby in casesomeone in the family doesn’t want sushi. Read more

I don’t normally right reviews but the quality of the sushi here was outstanding. I think this is the best sushi I have ever... had in the Bay Area. Fresh quality fish and great atmosphere on the weekend for dining. I would recommend any sushi lovers comehere for the amazing quality. Read more

Great sushi! Customer service was awesome! Complementary Yuzu Panna Cotta! Love this place, new number 1 sushi spot in the... Castro Valley area! Read more