Akida Japanese Restraunt - Richmond

Place was empty so we were stoked . Food came , no stoke. The rice balls were burnt crispy , fried in obviously old oil . We ordered $100 worth of various rolls... read more Place was empty so we were stoked . Food came , no stoke. The rice balls were burnt crispy , fried in obviously old oil . We ordered $100 worth of various rolls . . Not real good to be honest , not like it used to be that’s for sure. Wouldn’t come back

Food was delicious. Staff efficient and courteous. I had an avocado salad Avocados were fresh and came with carrot ginger dressing. They give you a solid portio... read more Food was delicious. Staff efficient and courteous. I had an avocado salad Avocados were fresh and came with carrot ginger dressing. They give you a solid portion of dressing when many places don’t.In addition to the salad I had the fantasy roll. The roll had yellow tail and tuna and came with a delicious sauce. The roll was soft with oodles of flavor that melted in my mouth well with wasabi, ginger and soy sauce.The place is small and adorable. They do a lot efficiently in the space. There is a wall made of small stones that gives the place a nice appeal.Today, was my first time there. It was prime time lunch-time and most places had long lines. This place was busy too but I believe due to staff efficiency I still got my food quickly. Prices are reasonable, can’t wait to go back.Nice to know I found a new restaurant I will frequent for lunch.

Most authentic Japanese restaurant I've experienced in Richmond. read more Most authentic Japanese restaurant I've experienced in Richmond.

The waiter was rude to us when we arrived. He set the tone for a less-than-happy birthday dinner for our party of four. The food was good, but Wild Ginger in Mi... read more The waiter was rude to us when we arrived. He set the tone for a less-than-happy birthday dinner for our party of four. The food was good, but Wild Ginger in Midlothian has much better sushi. Not going back.

This is one of the gems the city has been hiding. The staff here was very friendly and very attentive. The food was excellent. The orders are freshly made and c... read more This is one of the gems the city has been hiding. The staff here was very friendly and very attentive. The food was excellent. The orders are freshly made and come very quick. You can tell there is a lot of love in this restaurant for the food they serve.The prices where very reasonable and so low I was shocked at the bill. I will be back to try more of the menu.