08/28/09

Great food, but parking lots lack security!

by CSMobileUser2

This is one of the more impressive hibachi restaurants that I have been to. Although my food was great (the little I did get to eat). I was in the restaurant not even 30 minutes before finding out that my car had been broken into which was parked in the restaurant's back lot. And after talking to some of the waitstaff, one reported seeing this same event happen twice already since they have been working there. So in my opinion, Nakato is a good Japanese restaurant, but they need to spruce up their security! They should seriously consider investing in some cameras for their parking lots.

03/02/09

My Fave

by CSMobileUser

Nakato's is the reason that hibachi is my favorite cousine .

02/14/09

well....there is a first and last time for most everything

by stejonski

My wife and I tried this place recently for dinner.the food was very generic and plain.But not only that...the portion size... if you blinked twice you'd miss it. And then, to top it off... they rushed us out. Not good value at all.

• Cons: food taste, portion size

01/23/09

Yes go go go to this restaurant.

by aladychef

A friend told my boyfriend and I about this place. We went this past weekend and OH MAN want a party we had with our Hibachi Chef. I'm a Chef and I can tell you it's with the Price. Our Chef was such a show off and made the whole table laugh all the night. The food was cooked just like we both wanted it to be. I had the steak/scallops mmmmmmmm and my boyfriend had steak/chicken. We both were like WOW all night long. I did try there Sushi for an app mmmmmm is all I could say. We both plan to go back this Sunday for the Sushi and try it more. I can't wait I so do LOVE Sushi, and trying to get the boyfriend to, but I don't think he can get past the RAW part just yet. Oh don't let the surrounding scare ya away from such a great place to eat. If you know ATLANTA thats such an upcoming area and an area rich in History for Atlanta.

• Pros: FOOD AND SERVICE
• Cons: None

11/22/08

Great Spot, Great Food!

by dianein30319

Family owned and operated and it shows. You won't be disappointed. The Hibatchi is great, always very fresh and good proportions. Good mixed crowd. Great drink selection. I go at lease once a month

• Cons: Hibatchi is the best in town

08/17/08

Best sushi rolls AND hibachi ANYWHERE!

by chloeperu

This place is great, their sushi rolls are phenomenal, always fresh and nicely presented. The sushi bar creates a great atmosphere for conversing with the chefs while watching them prepare your fish. The hibachi rooms are also a lot of fun, and the food is ALWAYS exceptional. The staff is very friendly and outgoing, and they always have specials for food and sake they can tell you about if you are looking for something new. Overall it has a great atmosphere and vibe, and the food is always great!

• Pros: the hibachi room atmospheres and the sushi bar scene
• Cons: it fills up quickly on the weekends

07/17/08

Best Sushi in Atlanta

by Steph357

Best of Japanese cuisine in Atlanta - I usually eat on the formal/sushi bar side of the restaurant. Staff is always willing to suggest new and wonderful food. Sushi is incredibly fresh and the presentation is magnificent. The hibachi grill side is especially fun if you are with children and looking for a bit of a show.

07/11/08

great customer service

by thary

nakato is my favorite place... nakato has the best sushi in town... their fish is fresh everyday... n' they even got some of their fish flew from japan..

ask for special of the day...n' gotta have the sake.....

nakato...is awesome

07/10/08

Awesome Hibachi Chefs and Great Sushi!

by JustinTower

Went there with a few friends and was surprised how reasonable the sake and sushi prices were. The hibachi chefs were very entertaining and the filet and scallops were delectable. I highly recommend Nakato for birthdays and special occasions. I will absolutely be back. Big ups!!

07/09/08

Probably The Most Authentic Japanese Dining Experience in Atlanta.

by MikeMDM

Nakato offers what is probably the most authentic Japanese dining experience in Atlanta. The restaurant is divided into two sides, a teppanyaki side which does the hibachi cooking in front of you, which is very popular, and a traditional Japanese dining room side. The traditional dining room offers traditional dining with a view of a nice outdoor patio and Japanese garden, a full service sushi bar, and a full service bar and lounge area. The restaurant also offers private, traditional, Tatami-room style service, which requires a reservation. The restaurant offers a very nice, tranquil atmosphere that is great for enjoying a meal together with family, friends, or business partners.

The sushi offered is excellent, everything is very fresh, and the menu offers great variety. The chef does cater the menu to the season, however, many popular items are offered all year round. The menu can at times be difficult to navigate because the restaurant offers so much variety, but the chefs and the wait staff can be very helpful in helping you find something. If you're feeling bold and daring, and you're thinking sushi, you may even try an Omakase style dinner, where the chef puts together the equivalent of a tasting menu composed of the day's freshest ingredients for you to enjoy.

Some of my favorite specials offered are Abalone and Giant Clam Sushi served with Seaweed Salad side and Ginger, Tataki Roll, White Kelp Roll, Miso Broiled Cod, Miso Steamed Seabass, Chawanmushi (a delicate seafood egg custard dish), or the Chirashidon (mixed sushi and sashimi served with sushi rice).

The prices may be a bit steep for those who are just looking for mainstream American-Japanese dining and sushi, but for those with a palate and taste buds for more authentic Japanese cuisine that offers exotic tastes, this is probably the place for you. A reservation is recommended, but walk-ins can easily get a table later in the night (~after 8:30).

• Pros: Very authentic Japanese cuisine. Excellent Variety of Fresh Sushi. Great Variety of Sake and Shochu to enjoy with dinner as well. Ambience
• Cons: Can get expensive. Service can sometimes be slower than expected during peak hours.