Skip to main content
    La Fête du ChampagneUp to 18% off
    Pearl
    Sushi Akira, Restaurant in New York City
    Restaurant200Points

    Sushi Akira

    Upper East Side-Lenox Hill-Roosevelt Island, New York City

    Restaurant in New York City, United States

    The Read

    Upper East Side Counter Omakase

    Dress

    Smart Casual

    Why go

    Sushi Akira is a practical Upper East Side pick when the plan is a focused dine-in sushi meal rather than takeout. It is easiest to recommend for small groups already uptown; for a more casual neighborhood fallback, Delizia 73 or 2nd Ave Deli is the safer cross-shop.

    About Sushi Akira

    Sushi Akira is a New York City venue with evening hours Tuesday through Sunday and a smart casual dress code. It is closed on Monday and open from 6–10 PM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. That makes the venue easiest to evaluate as an evening-only consideration, especially for diners who prefer to anchor a night around a defined dinner window rather than leave the schedule open-ended.

    Plan around the confirmed basics rather than assuming a particular menu format, service style, price point, or off-premise option. The available facts support a straightforward kind of planning: decide first whether the evening hours work, then decide whether smart casual dress guidance fits the tone of your group. If your group is comparing other choices, NR - Cocktails & Ramen, Delizia 73, 2nd Ave Deli, Campagnola, and Mexiterranean Grill are other New York City options to consider depending on the kind of evening you want. That comparison is most useful when treated broadly, since each option may answer a different mood, pace, or dining preference, while Sushi Akira's profile here is intentionally limited to schedule and dress expectations.

    Choose it when the hours and dress code fit your plan

    Sushi Akira works well as a planned New York City dinner consideration when the 6–10 PM Tuesday-through-Sunday schedule fits. The compact evening window is the main point to build around: it gives you a clear timeframe for arranging transportation, coordinating with friends, or pairing dinner with another New York City stop before or after. Monday is not an option, and there is no lunch service listed. For that reason, it is best approached as a dinner possibility rather than as a flexible all-day restaurant choice.

    The smart casual dress code also helps set expectations without requiring guesswork about anything beyond what is confirmed. In practical terms, it signals that Sushi Akira is better matched to an intentional evening out than to a completely improvised stop, particularly if your group likes to know the basic tone of a venue before committing. That does not define the menu, the room, or the style of service; it simply gives enough context to decide whether the setting sounds aligned with the kind of dinner you are planning.

    For an explorer comparing options, keep the decision practical: Sushi Akira has evening hours and smart casual dress guidance, while other New York City dining rooms may suit different plans. If those two details are enough for your needs, it can remain on the shortlist; if you need more certainty about format, price, ordering style, or takeout and delivery, compare further before deciding. For a quick look beyond this set, use Our full New York City restaurants guide, plus the city rails for hotels, bars, wineries, and experiences.

    The takeThis is best for two people looking for an intimate, reservation-driven sushi experience — think date nights and special occasions where the meal itself is the event. The counter format suits small parties or solo diners who want close interaction with the chef, and the neighbourhood location makes it a practical choice for Upper East Side residents seeking a refined tasting sequence. Because the service is sequential and chef-led, larger groups are less suited unless the restaurant specifically offers private seating.
    Venue detailsSustainable Seafood
    Know before you goBefore you book
    Also considerAlternatives
    Restaurant contextNew York City, United States

    Planning details

    Location
    317 E 75th St, New York, NY 10021
    Reservations
    Book on Resy
    Website
    sushiakiranyc.com
    Phone
    (917) 921-3239
    Explore New York CityNearby
    Around this placeMore Pearl picks
    The take

    The Take

    The Vibe

    Sushi Akira reads as a measured, classical omakase counter tucked into a residential Upper East Side block. The writing emphasizes the disciplined progression of courses and the proximity of chef to guest; service is intimate and precise rather than theatrical. Though it sits below the very highest-priced global counters, it participates in the city’s serious counter dining conversation, attracting a local clientele that values technique and provenance. The result is a focused, quietly elevated experience that rewards attention to sequence and subtlety more than flash.

    Best For

    This is best for two people looking for an intimate, reservation-driven sushi experience — think date nights and special occasions where the meal itself is the event. The counter format suits small parties or solo diners who want close interaction with the chef, and the neighbourhood location makes it a practical choice for Upper East Side residents seeking a refined tasting sequence. Because the service is sequential and chef-led, larger groups are less suited unless the restaurant specifically offers private seating.

    Ordering Tips

    Let the chef steer the evening: the piece stresses that tempo at the counter is 'set by hand speed and conversation,' so follow the pacing and accept the sequencing. Reserve in advance — the neighbourhood pattern described shows locals book omakase the way others book prix-fixe menus — and avoid interrupting the flow with large substitutions. Expect a classical progression of bites; come prepared to taste through the chef’s chosen arc rather than assembling an à la carte meal.

    Venue details

    Ambiance

    Sleek, modern intimate atmosphere at a 12-seat sushi counter with meticulous, carefully choreographed service.

    Tags

    Vibe

    IntimateModernElegant

    Best For

    Date NightSpecial Occasion

    Experience

    Chefs Counter

    Sourcing

    Sustainable Seafood

    At the Table

    Dress Code
    Smart Casual
    Noise Level
    Quiet
    Service Style
    Omakase Bar
    Meal Pacing
    Extended Experience
    Capacity
    Intimate
    Know before you go

    Know Before You Go

    Getting there
    317 E 75th St, New York, NY 10021
    Planning details

    Location

    317 E 75th St, New York, NY 10021 · Directions

    (917) 921-3239

    sushiakiranyc.com

    Book on Resy

    Also consider

    If this is not the right fit

    If the group wants drinks to drive the night, choose NR - Cocktails & Ramen instead. If convenience matters more than sushi, 2nd Ave Deli is the easier neighborhood fallback.

    Restaurant context

    How it compares nearby

    Choose Sushi Akira when the meal needs to be sushi-led and relatively focused. NR - Cocktails & Ramen is the better fit when drinks are the point and ramen can carry the food side; it should feel more flexible for a later, bar-driven night.

    For value and ease, Delizia 73 and 2nd Ave Deli are safer casual choices, especially for groups that care more about convenience than a sushi-specific format. Campagnola is the stronger call for a longer, more traditional sit-down dinner with broader appeal.

    Mexiterranean Grill makes more sense for a quick, casual meal where precision matters less. Sushi Akira is the more targeted choice: better for diners who know they want sushi and are already planning around the Upper East Side.

    Explore New York City
    Around this place
    Read more on Pearl

    Discover more on Pearl

    Unlock the full Sushi Akira guide in Pearl, including awards, comparisons, FAQs, planning details, and nearby places.

    Compare Sushi Akira
    Sushi Akira NYC and similar venues
    VenueLocationCuisineAwards
    Sushi AkiraNew York City, No published awards
    Mexiterranean GrillNew York City, No published awards
    NR - Cocktails & RamenNew York CityCocktail Bar
    2026 OAD Casual in North America Recommended2025 OAD Casual in North America
    Delizia 73New York City, No published awards
    CampagnolaNew York City, No published awards
    2nd Ave DeliNew York City, No published awards

    How Sushi Akira NYC compares with similar nearby venues.

    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What should I order at Sushi Akira?

    Base your plan on the practical details: Sushi Akira is in New York City, opens Tuesday through Sunday from 6–10 PM, and is closed Monday.

    What should I wear to Sushi Akira?

    Wear smart casual clothing. Sushi Akira's hours are 6–10 PM Tuesday through Sunday, with Monday closed, so neat dinner-ready attire is the safest fit.

    What should a first-timer know about Sushi Akira?

    Plan around dinner hours only: Sushi Akira is open Tuesday through Sunday from 6–10 PM and closed on Monday.

    What is Sushi Akira known for?

    Sushi Akira is a New York City venue with evening hours and a smart casual dress code.