The perfect way to cap the last day of the week so to wine and dine. So one Friday night, I convinced my friend
Eric to try the
Yamazaki Nights at
Akira The Art of Sushi & Teppanyaki which is just walking distance from his work place.
Akira The Art of Sushi & Teppanyaki has an al fresco area for those who don't want to enjoy the DJ beats and want to smoke.
But, we're more of an indoor type. I love it's serene interiors and nature-influenced musical background. You get to be in touch with nature even when you're comfortably inside and air-conditioned.
They have a sushi bar with designer chairs.
I prefer seating by the Teppanyaki area for a more interactive experience.
Their chef is very skillful and has 20-years of culinary experience in Japan.
Every Friday and Saturday nights from 10 pm to 2 am, they have the Yamazaki nights where the nights dim and the DJ does his thing.
Food
Fried Rice
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| Akira Fried Rice (248 php/Good for 2) |
For staple, we had the
Akira Fried Rice.
Sushi
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| Mixed Sushi (538 php) |
Look at how fresh their
Mixed Sushi is. It has Ebi, Uni (sea urchin), Ikura (octopus), Tamago (egg), Kani (crabstick), Tuna, Ika (squid), Salmon and Hamachi (Yellow Tail). I think they were out of Unagi (eel) so it was replaced with another Tuna.
Sushi Rolls
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| Crunchy Tuna Rolls |
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| ♥ Akira Roll (348 php) |
The
Akira Roll is the classic california maki topped with tempura bits, grated cheese and spicy mayo. I liked this upgraded rendition more.
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| Chicken Teriyaki Roll (309 php) |
For those who are allergic seafood, you can try their
Chicken Teriyaki Roll.
A La Carte
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| Ebi Tempura (368 php) |
Ebi Tempura is always the default order for most so I tend to order this when I'm not sure what my companion would like.
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| Japanese Mushrooms (268 php) |
The
Japanese Mushrooms is cooked in the foil with butter and sake. This isn't interesting...
Teppanyaki A La Carte
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| ♥ U.S. Tenderloin (150 g) (518 php) |
We loved the
U.S. Tenderloin which was really tender and succulent.
Desserts
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| Ice Cream Parfait (268 php) |
The
Ice Cream Parfait is a medley of mango, avocado and vanilla ice cream with mandarin orange topped with whipped cream, chocolate syrup and cherry. It's supposed to have strawberries too but it wasn't available.
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| Fruit Flambe (168 php) |
The
Fruit Flambe has peach slices, sweetened tempura flakes and vanilla ice cream with whipped cream and cherry on top. You can also opt for banana or pear instead of peaches.
Drinks
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| Akira Iced Tea (98 php) |
I had the
Akira Iced Tea which is a pretty good blend.
Cocktails
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| Blue Crush (219 php) |
The
Blue Crush is cool to try because of the color. =)
House Cocktails
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| Absolute Sex (198 php) |
Eric loved the
Absolute Sex which had kurant, midori, cranberry and soda.
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| Sex on the Beach (148 php) |
The
Sex on the Beach is a mix of vodka, peachsnapps and soda. According to Eric, all their drinks are very "suabe" or smooth so you could hardly feel the alcohol in them.
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Mudslide (168 php)
|
The
Mudslide is a vodka, baileys and kalhua mix.
Tsinoy Foodies Verdict
Akira The Art of Sushi & Teppanyaki is a great place to chill in
Makati for some drinks and authentic Japanese sushi and teppanyaki dishes. Join in on their Yamazaki Nights on Friday and Satuday nights 10 pm and 2 am. It's actually an extension of their normal hours with added music too. Both of us have been working really hard for the entire week so we're so glad that we could relax over a candle lit dinner, cool beats and drinks.
| Akira The Art of Sushi & Teppanyaki |
| Business Address |
Ayala Ave. Ext. corner Malugay St.
Makati City, Metro Manila |
| Business Hours |
Mon-Thu & Sun: 10 am- 10 pm
Fri-Sat: 10am - 2 am |
| Payment Options |
 Cash |
| Service Charge |
10% |
| Budget/Person |
500-1,500 |
| Free WiFi |
No |
| Unlocked Foursquare Perks |
None |
| Contact |
(0917) 706-7328 |
| Other |
Facebook Fan Page |
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