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Nakato 'Sushi Bar and Regular Dining' Japanese Restaurant, Atlanta, GA
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Nakato 'Sushi Bar and Regular Dining' Japanese Restaurant

4.8
4.8
547 Reviews
$31 to $50
Sushi
Nakato Japanese Restaurant provides Atlanta's most authentic and unique Japanese dining experience, serving the finest quality Sushi and exquisitely prepared dishes created by our chefs who were born and trained in Japan. Established in 1972, Nakato is family owned and now operated by the third generation of the Nakato family.

Enjoy the most traditional and authentic Japanese restaurant that Atlanta has to offer in our traditional dining room overlooking a majestic Japanese garden. In addition to Sushi and traditional Japanese dishes, we also offer highly entertaining and wonderfully prepared Hibachi on our Teppanyaki Grills.

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2 people

10:00 p.m.


Booked 7 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Sushi, Japanese
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (404) 873-6582
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    Nakato Japanese Restaurant - Sushi Bar and Traditional Dining caters. Please contact Sachi at 404.873.6582. or sachi@nakatorestaurant.com.
  • Private party facilities
    We have a main dining room with a seating capacity of 50 people for a private event as well as a traditional tatami room seating up to 16 people. Please contact Sachi at 404-873-6582 or sachi@nakatorestaurant.com for more details.
  • Private party contact
    Sachiyo Nakato: (404) 873-6583
  • Neighbourhood
    Morningside-Lenox Park
  • Cross Street
    Cheshire Bridge Road and Piedmont Road
  • Parking Details
    Complimentary Valet Parking available.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 547 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Atlanta

    Best Food

  • Atlanta

    Child-Friendly

547 Reviews
  1. MikeSmith

    Atlanta Metro

    53 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    53 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great please to have sushi and original Japanese food. I have tried all sushi bars in Atlanta. This is the best.

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  2. KathrynD

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Once again, Nakato knocks it out of the park. The food is always wonderful, and the portions are always surprising in how ample they are. We had a great dinner, accidentally ordered more than we could finish, not realizing the sukiyaki could feed more than one. But the staff kindly packed up our leftovers including the uncooked veggies with some extra sauce so we could cook up the rest at home. We made room for the green tea creme brulee and it topped off a perfect night.

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  3. NickM

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    An excellent sushi restaurant! The fish is always fresh and the food is quality. If you are in the Atlanta area make sure to stop by.

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  4. DennisD

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It’s been a number of years since I ate at Nakato Sushi Restaurant. As I expected the sushi was excellent. The service was great. And the young lady hostess, who assured me (when I called and said that I was delayed at the airport and didn’t know when we would arrive), that my table would be ready; was absolutely correct. To the amazing wait staff that worked like a well oiled machine. Made our visit to Nakato excellent.

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  5. Elizabeth

    Adelaide

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 8, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Things have changed and not for the better. Been a customer for 28 yrs. Prices have skyrocketed recently. My usual entree no longer includes a salad and costs $15 more compared to my last visit. Sashimi is still very good. Noise level was awful. Not the peaceful relaxing place it has been for many years.

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  6. KevinS

    Dallas

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 1, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience1
    There was a birthday party right next door, so kids were screaming and running around at the time, very noisy. The miso soup temperature was a tab colder than the room temperature. The bento box was ok, but definitely overpriced ($50). Sashimi nigiris were good, fish are fresh. The best thing over the entire dinner was the takoyaki, it's hot when served, crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. Overall the experience was ok, but very overpriced. I would not recommend.

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  7. DanielleJ

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience2
    The two people at my table that I ordered the filet mignon and chicken got very small amounts of chicken and steak. The bowls for the soup had dried food and detergent on the side of them. There was a hair on one person’s salad and the waiter tried to argue about it until he looked again and saw that there was a short black hair in it. It was sitting on the top of meat of the cucumber so it was obvious and he had just set it down. Also, the lettuce in the salads was old. The lobster roll was really small for any type of sushi roll and dry. The food was mediocre. Not really flavorful. Definitely not worth half the price. We were celebrating someone but opted to not even ask for desserts. The Pellagrino was the best part.

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  8. WayneP

    Atlanta Metro

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent restaurant, the best in Atlanta. Great food

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  9. Eatsoutalot

    Atlanta Metro

    35 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on August 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I love going out to dinner and sushi is a particular favorite. Bar none, Nakato has the freshest and diverse sushi in Atlanta. They fly in the best sushi from Japan weekly, and the chefs are masters. I’ve gone to nearly every sushi restaurant of merit in the city, and Nakato is the best in Atlanta. The prices are far more reasonable than the trendy sushi restaurants and the quality is higher. One of the top restaurants, Nakato has been operating since 1972. When you go to Nakato, you are experiencing one of the top restaurants in Atlanta. You can go buy sushi or hibachi at many places - none come near the quality and service of Nakato!

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Tahoe

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Exceeded our expectations! Food was delicious and the garlic noodles are yuuuummmy!

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  11. StacyL

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a great time. Service was wonderful. Need to go back soon

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  12. LoriA

    Yorkshire

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love Nakato - the ambiance, the friendly staff, extremely fresh sushi, and traditional Japanese dishes - as well as the new takes on a few dishes. Currently they are offering nigiri flights of fish from Japan - delish!!! If you haven't tried Nakato before - go!! If it's been awhile since you've visited - GO!!

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  13. Domer

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The sushi and sashimi offerings were absolutely delicious

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  14. DanW

    Atlanta Metro

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding sushi, fantastic appetizers (esp mushrooms, eggplant, crispy tuna).

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of the best restaurants in Atlanta. Authentic Japanese food with great service.

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  16. NatalieB

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 31, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience3
    The ambience has changed quite a bit. We were celebrating our anniversary. A large family with four loud kids came in and the experience changed completely. We spent a lot of money, just wish the large family had been seated else where.

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  17. Mikee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    My campanion and I had a great time. We went on a less crowded time and was given upmost attention and an abundance of food choices from Sushi to hibachi with an side of top shelf cocktails.

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  18. sushigal5

    Chicago

    56 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    56 reviews

    Dined on July 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    the food was so good! we can't wait to return. loved by all of us

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  19. Shannendoah

    New Mexico

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on July 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service and experience. The fish was fresh and delicious. Everything was brought to the table at the right pace, so there were zero delays or interruptions. I really enjoy the consistency of service and quality when I bring my family to dinner at Nakato.

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  20. Jessica

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Excellent food/Sushi, as always!! GREAT SERVICE! Valet very friendly. No wait for our reserved table. Wonderful, as usual!

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    Miami - Dade

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Visited Nakato back in February 2020 just right before Covid. For 4 years I was dreaming to come back to Atlanta and enjoy the best sushi in the world again❤️ I’m back and in 2023 it is still the best place to eat Japanese food. Recommend to everyone!

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  22. CharlesA

    Atlanta Metro

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on June 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service. Very attentive. Food was excellent.

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  23. RenMon

    Atlanta Metro

    138 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    138 reviews

    Dined on June 11, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    The kitchen items are the highlights but the sushi are also quite good (not excellent). Service was good but not great. Ambience is reasonable but not cozy

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  24. casamigos

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Sat at the sushi bar to celebrate our anniversary. The chefs were so nice and accommodating - got the chef's special and it was the best plate of sushi we've ever had. Top tier service and company!!

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  25. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on June 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best sushi in town and best service as always! What more can I say about the delicious sushi that melts in your mouth.

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on May 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and ambience. They even have street food from Osaka (takoyaki) on the menu, really loved the place.

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  27. YankDave

    Atlanta Metro

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We go to Nakato twice a year - for our birthdays. The food, service, and ambiance are always really good. I lived in Kyoto for 4 years, and I know good quality Japanese food. So Nakato is our go-to for special occasion Japanese food!

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  28. HiKaiKai

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had dinner to celebrate my wife's birthday and completion of my son's 3rd school year. Basically, it was perfection from every point of view and I can't come up with any suggestion for improvement. It's an excellent place for a casual occasion, too.

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  29. JosephT

    Atlanta Metro

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service are always excellent. This is the place to go for authentic Japanese food.

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  30. lovemyfood

    Atlanta Metro

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Food is always delicious at Nakato. Our waiter Victor was outstanding!

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  31. johnnyomd

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent sushi and service as always. I also love that Nakato supports the neighborhood.

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  32. Helloagain

    St. Louis

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always Awesome!! Great Food, Great Selections, Great Service!! Delicious Sashimi and Nigiri! We'll be back!!

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  33. MarshaM

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went at 5 and it was quiet. My daughter and I had a lovely early dinner.

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    1 review

    vip
    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 18, 2023

    overall1food1service4ambience2
    Food was alright. However, not as good as I expected. It is not in a good area.

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  35. JoeG

    Atlanta Metro

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We had just returned from Japan and wanted to know if really authentic Japanese cuisine was available in Atlanta. It is! While hibachi is entertaining, the real treat is in the regular dining room. The dishes there are every bit as good as what we had experienced in Japan. Combined with first-rate service, Nakato dining is an experience not to be missed.

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The food was so good we sat in the sushi side ~ we will be back to try the hibachi side next!:)

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  37. IDClaireWar

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is a perfect place for dining. The food is scrumptious and the atmosphere is awesome. Our cook was excellent-very personable and entertaining!

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  38. williamr

    Atlanta Metro

    12 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on April 4, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Very mediocre sushi. For the price you can go to taka, umi, mf sushi and get outstanding sushi

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  39. HolmesFam

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    There is simply no better, authentic Japanese in Atlanta. They have employed the best sushi chefs with nothing but the highest quality ingredients, and their service is always professional, consistent, and sincerely welcoming. We have dined at Nakato for more than 40 years now and they somehow manage to just get better and better! Family faves- don't miss the Shokado Bento Box, Sea Bass, or Traditional Sukiyaki!

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  40. LaurenF

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very high quality fish for nigiri and rolls; great sake selection with probably 12 brands & 3 sizes of each to choose from, including a sake tasting flight. Service was excellent and very attentive.

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FAQs

Nakato 'Sushi Bar and Regular Dining' Japanese Restaurant does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates. Nakato 'Sushi Bar and Regular Dining' Japanese Restaurant also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (404) 873-6582.

Nakato 'Sushi Bar and Regular Dining' Japanese Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 547 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

10:00 p.m.


Booked 7 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Nakato 'Sushi Bar and Regular Dining' Japanese Restaurant

1776 Cheshire Bridge Road, Atlanta, GA 30324

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Cheshire Bridge Road and Piedmont Road
  • Neighbourhood
    Morningside-Lenox Park
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Sushi, Japanese
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress Code
    Business Casual
  • Parking Details
    Complimentary Valet Parking available.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (404) 873-6582
  • Catering
    Nakato Japanese Restaurant - Sushi Bar and Traditional Dining caters. Please contact Sachi at 404.873.6582. or sachi@nakatorestaurant.com.
  • Private party facilities
    We have a main dining room with a seating capacity of 50 people for a private event as well as a traditional tatami room seating up to 16 people. Please contact Sachi at 404-873-6582 or sachi@nakatorestaurant.com for more details.
  • Private party contact
    Sachiyo Nakato: (404) 873-6583
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