Akai Lounge Englewood, located at 23 E Palisade Ave, has garnered a reputation as a must-visit destination for sushi aficionados and food lovers alike. Customers rave about the excellent variety and quality of the sushi, with standout items like the Bluefin Toro and Baby Yellowtail sashimi impressing diners. Reviewers such as Claire highlight the well-priced hot dishes, particularly the tempura shrimp udon, which showcases a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. The ambiance exudes warmth and cleanliness, making for a pleasant dining experience. Patrons have also appreciated the friendly service, exemplified by staff members like Mikey, who enhance the overall atmosphere. Unique menu options, including creatively named sushi rolls, pique curiosity and add an element of fun to the meal. The seamless integration of Japanese and Mexican cuisines further diversifies the offerings, allowing diners to explore a spectrum of flavors in one location. Overall, Akai Lounge Englewood serves as a delightful retreat for those craving quality sushi and vibrant flavors, making each visit a memorable culinary adventure. With consistently high praise from customers, it’s clear that this establishment has carved a niche in the hearts of Englewood residents and beyond.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
No wheelchair-accessible entrance
Service options
Has no-contact delivery
Offers delivery
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has fast service
Serves great cocktails
Has great tea selection
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves healthy options
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Upmarket
Crowd
Good for groups
Planning
Dinner reservations recommended
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Has kids' menu
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Reviews For Akai Lounge Englewood
Claire
May 27,2025
Excellent sushi spot located in Englewood— the sushi and hot dishes are well-priced and yummy! Highly recommend any of the rolls and the tempura shrimp udon. Their dessert is also amazing and we enjoyed every bite. Service is super friendly!
Emmgee
Apr 26,2025
Delicious food at this restaurant in Englewood offering Japanese, as well as Mexican Cuisine. We ordered from the Japanese food menu including grilled sea bass, chicken udon noodle soup (comes with shrimp and vegetable tempura), and several sushi rolls with interesting names (ie. bastard roll, pain-in-the-ass roll, good fellas, devils advocate) and some sashimi. The presentation of the rolls and sashimi is pretty cool. Service is excellent (thanks Mikey) and cool atmosphere.
Sang Ho Oh
Apr 18,2025
Really good sushi/sashimi boat for two. Also had green tea. Really smooth. Place is where the old Blue Moon used to be at and splits into half Mexican, half Japanese restaurant where you can get the Mexican menu on the Japanese side.
Mad “MadWand3rer” Wanderer
Mar 11,2025
Great food, had the short rib very large portion and delicious. The sushi was great, we will be back.
Brian Yi
Mar 9,2025
This is a Japanese sushi restaurant. It was a nice clean environment with a warm atmosphere. We were quick to get seated. Order was taken hastily. Ordered rock shrimp tempura for appetizer. It was very good, especially with the cucumbers on the bottom. I ordered sushi and my wife got a fantasy roll. The food was very good. Very high quality fish.
Scott Wolfenden
Mar 2,2025
Great experience here, had California roll, went for the miso soup and green tea. Very tasty, the miso soup is the best I've had, though I'm not a Japanese food connoisseur. Service was New York style, on point, energetic staff, all COVID masked and keeping some distance. California roll can in 18 small pieces. Total meal was under 20. plus tip, bargain I'd say. Couldn't finish it all, doggie bagged half a dozen.
Natalie Kaufman
Feb 18,2025
This place is a 10/10 for me. I will say that they continue to remain with the idea of a hole in the wall which for me making an experience that much better. You will not see a big sign with their name but if you look close enough you’ll see their name on the windows. If you’re familiar with the Englewood location, they are located at the old Blue Moon location. It is divided with a Mexican restaurant (I didn’t have a chance to try just yet). I sat at the bar and our server was Mike who was a delight. I enjoyed my meal so much I did not get to take pictures but if you’re a fan of fresh fish, this is your place. The cocktails were delicious just as much. If you’ve been to their other location in Teaneck which was just around the corner, you’d definitely agree that this upgrade for them was well deserved. It’s bigger, well designed and absolutely gorgeous!
Nehal Ahmed
Feb 14,2025
One of the best Japanese food place in the area. Their sushi is out standing. Equally love their udon and other dishes. Their interior is very elegant. We visit this place often.
Reviews For Akai Lounge Englewood