Akiyama Japanese Restaurant
This long-running Queens spot pairs fresh sushi and classic Japanese dishes with a warm, retro 1980s vibe.
- Mon – Thu, 11:00 – 15:00, 17:00 – 22:00; Fri, 11:00 – 15:00, 17:00 – 23:00; Sat, 12:00 – 15:00, 17:00 – 23:00
- $$
- 132-16 14th Avenue
- 4.5 (300 reviews)
Description
Operating on 14th Avenue for over 30 years, this neighborhood mainstay transports diners with a retro 1980s soundtrack and an unhurried, welcoming pace. The hospitality often extends to after-dinner conversations with the owner, while the kitchen keeps regulars returning for classic plates like tender beef-negimaki and wasabi shumai. Whether you sit in the nostalgic dining room or order takeout—which locals note is packaged with particular care—the experience feels like finding a well-kept neighborhood secret.
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