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Amakara

Sushi Restaurant and Japanese Restaurant$$$$
Dublin
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    Francine S.
    "Grilled edamame is a must!"(8 Tips)
    Kris F.
    "everything was delicious especially the italian dragon roll!"(5 Tips)
    Carrie P.
    "Edamame and Tempura Ice Cream ars"(3 Tips)
    Nena M.
    "Do not miss grilled edamame, ceviche salad and Italian dragon."(2 Tips)
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  • Jakhongir Y.
    Jakhongir YuldashevichFebruary 6, 2016
    The most tender, delicious Unagi I've had in my life. It just melts in your mouth. Superb! The Udong soup is probably even better than I had in Korea and Japan. The salmon sakes are to die for
  • Brett D.heart icon on user image
    Brett DenelsApril 4, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    The best sushi place that I have ever eaten at. I'm glad I met my friends there and we go there 2-3 times a week for terrific sushi plus other stuff
  • Brendan O.heart icon on user image
    Brendan O'LearyNovember 6, 2014
    Definitely get the Lemon Salmon roll. Perfect combination of flavor and texture. If you like kimchi and octopus, get the tako kimchi salad.
  • Alexandra M.heart icon on user image
    Alexandra MatthewsJune 19, 2018
    The sushi rolls are delish! The chicken sesame is huge, you can take home half and eat it the next day :)
  • Jack N.heart icon on user image
    Jack NorkApril 11, 2014
    Best sushi I've ever had. Sit at the sushi bar to meet interesting people and chat with the sushi chefs
  • Nena M.
    Nena M.May 15, 2010
    AMAKARA is refreshing change in sushi resto world. The menu is superb with the usual sushi faire, and hybrid treats unique to Amakara. Do not miss grilled edamame, ceviche salad and Italian dragon. Read more
  • Carrie P.
    Carrie PaulDecember 15, 2012
    Spicy Same Seared Tuna, Grilled Edamame and Tempura Ice Cream ars great!!!
  • Francine S.
    Francine SneddonAugust 15, 2013
    Grilled edamame is a must! Fried Philli roll is yum and the Tuna ceviche salad is so worth sharing.
  • Sophie A.
    Sophie ArettaFebruary 9, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    Gotta have the grilled edamame. Also- sitting at the sushi bar is the best! The sushi chefs are amazing and so much fun!! Make sure to tip them- or buy them a sake bomb... Or both!!
  • James T.
    James TLAugust 31, 2011
    My favorite Japanese restaurant! Every dish is unique. Try their Grilled Edamame for starters and their Soft Shell Crab dish!
  • Aaron G.
    Aaron GoodwinJuly 8, 2013
    If you're planning on going during a weekend night, call and make reservations; I waited 40+ minutes and still didn't get a seat.
  • Mike L.
    Mike LMarch 31, 2013
    Grilled edamame is a nice twist on an old favorite.
  • Sarra E.heart icon on user image
    Sarra ElsherbiniAugust 18, 2014
    You have to try grilled edamame. Also food is Worth the wait !!!
  • lindsy r.heart icon on user image
    lindsy riveraOctober 19, 2014
    Everything we've ordered never disappoints! Sashimi is so fresh and buttery!
  • Gregory M.heart icon on user image
    Gregory MostizkyMay 6, 2016
    Food is great but the wait time is often over 30 minutes, would be coming more often if not for the wait
  • Jenny L.heart icon on user image
    Jenny LeeMay 31, 2016
    Make reservations if u have a big party! It's packed here almost everyday!?
  • Carrie P.
    Carrie PaulDecember 15, 2012
    Lily at Amakara fir Dada's birthday. The tempura ie cream was good too!
  • Jakhongir Y.
    Jakhongir YuldashevichFebruary 6, 2016
    Ask the waitress for special salmon sakes. Fatty ones. The rolls are ok.
  • Cammi S.
    Cammi SisonDecember 9, 2010
    The Beef Teriyaki is amazing there, especially since they make it with Ribeye steak! Also try their Red Dragon Roll. Mmm!
  • wilson m.
    wilson mJune 13, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    their chirashi has gotten bigger and better!
  • RiaMae M.
    RiaMae MarquezAugust 5, 2010
    Their Italian Dragon roll is delish! Also, try the G-Spot roll, which isn't on the menu, but trust me you'll thank me later.
  • Lil D.heart icon on user image
    Lil DragonMarch 20, 2018
    Incredible sushi! Dragon roll all the way.
  • Alex L.heart icon on user image
    Alex LeungOctober 28, 2012
    Spicy sesame seared tuna was yummy!
  • Jason P.
    Jason PetredisMarch 1, 2011
    Great lunch spot, not crowed and fantastic Sushi. Highly recommend for a business lunch.
  • Brian G.
    Brian GlickmanAugust 20, 2015
    I will NEVER go back!!! Sushi chef was incredibly rude to two different employees and me while I sat at the sushi bar! It's a shame as the food looked great - just an uncomfortable environment.
  • Alex L.heart icon on user image
    Alex LeungOctober 28, 2012
    Spicy crunchy rainbow roll is great:))
  • Ashley L.
    Ashley LDecember 12, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    I love the sesame chicken here, tempura chicken with a sweet sesame sauce delicious!
  • Carol S.heart icon on user image
    Carol SatterthwaiteMarch 5, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Terrible lunch service. Good if not in a rush. They focus on large tables and you will be ignored if there are only two of you. Really bad service. I will never go there again.
  • James G.
    James GomezAugust 4, 2013
    This used to be a Sizzler when I lived here in the '80s
  • Sarah M.
    Sarah MNovember 27, 2011
    Super busy at dinnertime. Come early or make a reservation!
  • Lindsay P.
    Lindsay PMarch 17, 2013
    Insanely busy at dinner on Fridays and Saturdays.
  • Tony C.
    Tony CedillosMarch 27, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Their tempura ice cream is the most amazing thing I have ever tasted!
  • Erin W.heart icon on user image
    Erin WilsonJanuary 25, 2019
    Been here 5+ times
    They will brown rice any dish.
  • Darren C.
    Darren CoxJuly 17, 2013
    This place is overrated. The food, the service, everything was subpar. If anyone that truly enjoys real sushi and/or service you will NOT eat here. Nothing but a Denny's version of a sushi joint.
  • Erick G.
    Erick GJanuary 11, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Sashimi, teriyaki, tempura ice cream
  • Rachel Q.
    Rachel Quimby-SmithJanuary 26, 2012
    Good lunch specials. Everything tasted wonderful!
  • Noah A.heart icon on user image
    Noah ArlissDecember 1, 2014
    Grilled edamame is amazing
  • Kris F.
    Kris FragaSeptember 30, 2011
    everything was delicious especially the italian dragon roll!
  • Diana C.
    Diana CFebruary 24, 2014
    Fresh and reasonably priced
  • Elisa R.heart icon on user image
    Elisa RonJune 9, 2015
    Everything is very good!
  • Jim M.heart icon on user image
    Jim MurphyJune 15, 2016
    Everything
  • Andrew R.
    Andrew RoseMay 10, 2012
    Best edamame I've ever had!
  • Lisa T.heart icon on user image
    Lisa TaylorSeptember 5, 2014
    Been here 50+ times
    Everything
  • Greg T.heart icon on user image
    Greg ThompsonAugust 11, 2014
    Grab a beer, while waiting for take out.
  • Sarra E.heart icon on user image
    Sarra ElsherbiniJune 30, 2013
    Red dragon. End of story.
  • Alex L.heart icon on user image
    Alex LeungOctober 28, 2012
    Tuna ceviche :))
  • Indy ⚽ I.heart icon on user image
    Indy ⚽ IndyyAugust 17, 2017
    Spicy Ramen!
  • Vicky C.heart icon on user image
    Vicky ChangMay 18, 2015
    Huge portions
  • Kim H.
    Kim HudsonApril 9, 2014
    Unprofessional management who do not uphold lower prices printed on their own website. False advertising is against the law a but apparently they are above the law.
  • Timothy F.
    Timothy FivesFebruary 11, 2011
    Fruit fly in the soy sauce at the sushi bar. Time to find a new place.
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