MEDIA BUZZ AND PRESS

Since our opening in 2008, the media has been saying great things about us. From local restaurant critics and national food publications to Yelpers, bloggers and TV folks — everybody loves Roka Akor. Allow us to brag a bit about our many awards and accolades.

“ONE OF TOP TEN SUSHI SPOTS IN THE US” – Bon Appetit
Bon Appetit, April, 2009. Andrew Knowlton wrote, “This glitzy global mega-restaurant brand hopes to do for sushi and robatayaki (grilled food) what Benihana did for teppanyaki (griddled food). The 11-course prix fixe, which offers items raw (Wagyu beef, butterfish) and grilled (lamb cutlets, scallops), is the best way to sample the menu.”

“TOP 10 ROMANTIC VALLEY RESTAURANTS” – Arizona Republic
“Sit at the robata counter at this sleek London import and whisper sweet nothings in each other’s ears as you sip trendy Japanese shochu cocktails and nibble on luscious grilled meats, fish and poultry expertly flamed over fragrant Japanese oak charcoal.”

“3.5 STARS – HAPPY HOUR” -Arizona Republic
Fancy cocktails; tasty, inexpensive nibbles; gorgeous decor; and great people watching – this sleek, sophisticated sushi bar, robata grill and shochu lounge has all the necessary components for a fun happy hour.

“TOP TEN SUSHI
SPOTS IN THE US”

- Bon Appétit Magazine