Akaoni
$$$ • Japanese, Sushi Bars, Gluten-Free
Hours:
6th Ave, Carmel-By-The-Sea
(831) 620-1516
About Akaoni
Customers' Favorites
A La Carte Negi Toro Hand Roll Hamachi Sake Nigiri
Clams with Garlic Butter Sauce
Aji Nigiri and Abalone
Some Sushi for Dinner
Soft Shell Crab Roll
Assorted Sashimi
Spicy Tuna Roll
Assorted Sushi
Selected Sushi
Mackerel
Akaoni Reviews
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Menu
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Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 5 - 8PM |
| Wednesday | 5 - 8PM |
| Thursday | 5 - 8PM |
| Friday | 5 - 8PM |
| Saturday | 5 - 8PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
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Akaoni is a charming Japanese restaurant in Carmel-by-the-Sea, offering an intimate and traditional dining experience. The restaurant's ambiance is elegant yet cozy, with subtle lighting that highlights the exquisite Japanese artistry around the room. The staff is welcoming and knowledgeable, providing exceptional service that is both formal and purposefully-paced. Akaoni is renowned for its high-quality sushi, with fresh fish flown in from Japan and locally sourced ingredients. The menu features a range of traditional Japanese dishes, including sashimi, nigiri, and special negiri pieces, as well as innovative rolls that bring together unique flavors and textures. The highlight of the evening is the exclusive dish, a fusion of flavors that is truly epicurean. With a minimum of $30 per person and a 0.25% assessment for the Carmel restaurant improvement district, Akaoni is a destination that requires planning and advance reservations. However, for those who appreciate traditional Japanese cuisine and exceptional service, Akaoni is a culinary journey to remember.