What a great place. Nice atmosphere, really delicious food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kim Taylor
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.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tim W
If you are looking for good service go elsewhere. We went on a Tuesday night right around 6, seen the place was packed but the hostess assured us the wait was only going to be 10 minutes, so we waited around. Well over 30 minutes later we get a table as the restaurant has cleared out significantly. Took another 10 minutes for someone to come offer us water, only to drop them off and then walk away. Another 10 minutes after that, a waitress comes over and asks if we've been helped yet. At this time we place our drink, appetizer, and ramen order as we've been waiting nearly an hour so far. About 5 minutes after that a different waitress asks us if we've been helped, making it seem like it is a free for all on who helps what customers and when. 10 minutes after we placed our order I finally get my drink and it takes another 30 more minutes to get our food. The appetizer and the entree came out TOGETHER after the wait and yet we were still waiting on our 2nd drink. After all that waiting the best thing about the meal was the edamame appetizer, that wasn't even warm when it arrived. Thoroughly disappointed with the service and the food. Definitely would not recommend and definitely will not be returning.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 1
Ana Bann
Love this little restaurant! The bento boxes, sushi and ramen are all amazing! The poke was yummy too but last time I ordered it I got sick :/ I’ll still go back for everything else. I’d recommend making a reservation online if going during meal times or when there’s events in town.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Sarah Lewis
Amazing food, great atmosphere, don’t skip this place!
Austin Schmidt
Been here several times and each time it has been fantastic. The crab rangoon is especially good here.
Have been here several times. Went yesterday for an early dinner and got a tab for $46.26. I got a notification this morning that the total changed to $53.72. Was a tip added? I’ll never go back for this simple fact.
UPDATE: My server apparently selected an 18% tip on the receipt without my knowledge or consent. If you go to this restaurant, please double check and take pictures of your receipt!!
Ashley Santos
I think its alright.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 3
Jason Rosas
Always excellent food. I have never been disappointed here. Staff is very polite.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Chloe Rose
Great spot in the Capitol District for bubble tea. Loved that they offer almond milk as a milk substitute! Really good! 👍🏼
Great Food, Service..Great Experience! Good Ramen!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
K Dilli
We came here for lunch and had a poke bowl and their sushi lunch special. We both enjoyed our meals and felt the price was very fair for what you got. Would love to go back to try their ramen and boba because they both looked really good!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Casandra Shell
We so much enjoyed our visit to Akarui! The service was above and beyond, the food super delicious. Atmosphere stellar too!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Caden
My GO-TO Ramen spot. The employees there are very nice and the ramen is perfect. I recommend the spicy miso ramen.
What a great place. Nice atmosphere, really delicious food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
If you are looking for good service go elsewhere. We went on a Tuesday night right around 6, seen the place was packed but the hostess assured us the wait was only going to be 10 minutes, so we waited around. Well over 30 minutes later we get a table as the restaurant has cleared out significantly. Took another 10 minutes for someone to come offer us water, only to drop them off and then walk away. Another 10 minutes after that, a waitress comes over and asks if we've been helped yet. At this time we place our drink, appetizer, and ramen order as we've been waiting nearly an hour so far. About 5 minutes after that a different waitress asks us if we've been helped, making it seem like it is a free for all on who helps what customers and when. 10 minutes after we placed our order I finally get my drink and it takes another 30 more minutes to get our food. The appetizer and the entree came out TOGETHER after the wait and yet we were still waiting on our 2nd drink. After all that waiting the best thing about the meal was the edamame appetizer, that wasn't even warm when it arrived. Thoroughly disappointed with the service and the food. Definitely would not recommend and definitely will not be returning.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 1
Love this little restaurant! The bento boxes, sushi and ramen are all amazing! The poke was yummy too but last time I ordered it I got sick :/ I’ll still go back for everything else. I’d recommend making a reservation online if going during meal times or when there’s events in town.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Amazing food, great atmosphere, don’t skip this place!
Been here several times and each time it has been fantastic. The crab rangoon is especially good here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Akarui Ramen, Crab Rangon, Chicken Tonkotsu Ramen
Have been here several times. Went yesterday for an early dinner and got a tab for $46.26. I got a notification this morning that the total changed to $53.72. Was a tip added? I’ll never go back for this simple fact.
UPDATE: My server apparently selected an 18% tip on the receipt without my knowledge or consent. If you go to this restaurant, please double check and take pictures of your receipt!!
I think its alright.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 3
Always excellent food. I have never been disappointed here. Staff is very polite.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great spot in the Capitol District for bubble tea.
Loved that they offer almond milk as a milk substitute! Really good! 👍🏼
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
A smooth and hassle-free experience.
Great Food, Service..Great Experience!
Good Ramen!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We came here for lunch and had a poke bowl and their sushi lunch special. We both enjoyed our meals and felt the price was very fair for what you got. Would love to go back to try their ramen and boba because they both looked really good!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We so much enjoyed our visit to Akarui! The service was above and beyond, the food super delicious. Atmosphere stellar too!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My GO-TO Ramen spot. The employees there are very nice and the ramen is perfect. I recommend the spicy miso ramen.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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