We’ve been to Oklahoma City several times, and one thing that always amazes us is its ever-evolving food scene. On our latest trip, we visited Akai Sushi-Ya & Izakaya, a new addition in Wheeler District that completely blew us away. As self-proclaimed sushi enthusiasts, we were drooling over everything from the warm dishes, like Nasu Dengaku (a traditional Japanese marinated eggplant), to some of the freshest ozensake nigiri we’ve had outside Japan.
Maybe OKC wasn’t on your radar among the best sushi restaurants in the country, but that’s part of Oklahoma City’s charm—a city full of surprises, where vibrant growth and hidden gems like Akai draw in some of the best culinary talent. OKC gives some of the best the freedom to get creative without the constraints of some of the larger cities.
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