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Nakato Japanese Restaurant - Hibachi Grill Reviews List

Nakato Japanese Restaurant - Hibachi Grill

Nakato Japanese Restaurant is Atlanta's oldest Japanese restaurant. Established in 1972, Nakato is 3rd generation Japanese owner operated establishment. Please come in and enjoy our hibachi dining as well as an array of other Japanese cuisines from Sushi to Traditional tapas style dining.
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71 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
(71 Reviews)
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Rating Breakdown 71 reviews
5 stars
(22)
4 stars
(29)
3 stars
(16)
2 stars
(3)
1 star
(1)
Food 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
Service 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
Ambiance 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
Noise Level
2.3 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • good for groups(43)
  • special occasion(31)
  • kid-friendly(22)
  • romantic(20)
  • fit for foodies(14)
  • neighborhood gem(13)
Nakato Japanese Restaurant - Hibachi Grill Reviews List
Review 1 for Nakato Japanese Restaurant - Hibachi Grill
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great Place to go!

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Dined on 5/18/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I love going to Nakato! It is always delicious and the service is always great! It is an awesome place to go for parties, large groups, or a dinner date! I would definitely recommend this place for any occasion!"
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, romantic, special occasion
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Review 2 for Nakato Japanese Restaurant - Hibachi Grill
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

simplicity

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/15/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"was looking for a simple yet tasteful restaurant and Nakato filled that need. Had a great time and the food was on point."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 3 for Nakato Japanese Restaurant - Hibachi Grill
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Not a good vibe

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Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This place had decent food, but the service was not great. The cook on the Hibachi Grill was not exciting and did not engage me and my wife, or any other diners."
Dined on 5/11/2013
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Review 4 for Nakato Japanese Restaurant - Hibachi Grill
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Pretty bad

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Dined on 5/10/2013
Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Not much was good about the food. Soup broth was very bland, meats did not get any seasoning or sauces and fried rice was barely edible. Nobody at our hibachi grill really touched their fried rice. Decor is worn, you can tell this was established in the 70's.
All in all, I'd try another spot if you're in the mood for hibachi grill."
Dined on 5/10/2013
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Review 5 for Nakato Japanese Restaurant - Hibachi Grill
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Undeveined Shrimp

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Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This was a Pre-Mother's Day Dinner for my mother. I would think a upscale restaurant would take the time to devein their shrimp. I will not come back due to this issue."
Dined on 5/04/2013
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Review 6 for Nakato Japanese Restaurant - Hibachi Grill
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Delicious Hibachi

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Dined on 5/01/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"A little pricey and oily, but the food was simply amazing. Presentation at the table was excellent!
We got a private room so it was quiet."
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 7 for Nakato Japanese Restaurant - Hibachi Grill
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Second time around!

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Dined on 4/30/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This was second time at the restaurant and it was everything that I remembered."
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 8 for Nakato Japanese Restaurant - Hibachi Grill
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Not the dressiest, but good hibachi

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Dined on 3/25/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The atmosphere is not so vibrant or dressy, but you will eat a good hibachi."
Dined on 3/25/2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 9 for Nakato Japanese Restaurant - Hibachi Grill
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Fun for a group

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Took my daughter and 5 of her friends there for her 11 Birthday Party. Was a great experience - everyone had a very good time. Enjoyed the food and especially the service - very good chef. I would recommend highly recommend for a group. I would even recommend for couples or an adult group - would just book this later in the evening."
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2007
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 10 for Nakato Japanese Restaurant - Hibachi Grill
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Always great food at Nakato

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Always great food at Nakato One of the 10 best places to eat in Atlanta"
Dined on 04/26/2013
 2005
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 11 for Nakato Japanese Restaurant - Hibachi Grill
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Hibachi & Sushi

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Fantastic food- the best Hibachi in Atlanta! Portions are extremely generous and the staff was pretty much on top of table service. We sat with lots of friendly people and had a good conversation while watching our chef put on a great show.
The sushi is GREAT as well."
Dined on 04/24/2013
 2009
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, hot spot
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Review 12 for Nakato Japanese Restaurant - Hibachi Grill
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Solid food. Fun atmosphere.

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Solid food. Fun atmosphere. Great early bird specials that just can't be beat."
Dined on 03/27/2013
 2010
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 13 for Nakato Japanese Restaurant - Hibachi Grill
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We loved this place! The service

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We loved this place! The service and food were both excellent. It's gorgeous on the inside. Perfect for large groups!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 14 for Nakato Japanese Restaurant - Hibachi Grill
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I LOOOVE THIS PLACE, ONLY

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I LOOOVE THIS PLACE, ONLY WISH ONCE YOU MAKE RESERVATIONS YOU GET SEATED ONCE YOU WALK THRU THE DOOR. I HAD TO WAIT 25 MIN AFTER MY RESERVATIONS TO BE SEATED. BUT I LOVE MY WAITER AND THE COOK THE MOST. WHAT I REALLY LOVE IS HOW MUCH THEY PAY ATTENTION TO DETAILS SUCH AS REFILLS AND WHEN YOUR DONE WITH THE FOOD."
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 15 for Nakato Japanese Restaurant - Hibachi Grill
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Nakato's a Keeper

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"While I recommend highly, I still compare to Mt. Fuji that was located in Marietta GA. (but no longer in business) I rated Mt. Fuji a 10+ and Nakato an 8. I will return to Nakato. The staff was excellent and the barkeep John was highly knowledgeable in his craft, engageable and personable."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 16 for Nakato Japanese Restaurant - Hibachi Grill
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Interestingly, I called the

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Interestingly, I called the restaurant directly earlier in the day for a reservation for 4 at 7p and was told they had walk ups only. Then, while I was on the phone with the restaurant getting shot down, I went on line to Open Table and got a reservation for 4 at 7p in a matter of seconds. We showed up at 7p and sat right away because of the Open Table reservation. The restaurant came this close to losing a $200 tab. Other then that, this is not my first time thru. It's my kids favorite place to go. Also my fav Hibachi in ATL. Entree prices are as reasonable as you want them to be. No pressure to buy up. Plenty good food, plenty of attention and the show is fun. Does not seem to get old for the kids."
Dined on 03/29/2013
 2011
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 17 for Nakato Japanese Restaurant - Hibachi Grill
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Good food and very entertaining

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Good food and very entertaining"
Dined on 03/27/2013
 2007
Special Features: kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 18 for Nakato Japanese Restaurant - Hibachi Grill
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

The need to update the facilities,

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The need to update the facilities, it is so run down I almost left when I was sat down..."
Dined on 03/25/2013
 2009
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Review 19 for Nakato Japanese Restaurant - Hibachi Grill
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

SO MUCH BETTER than Benihana!

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Our first time here since it opened 41 years ago! Had a nice time here with the family. We tried the hibachi side; do not know what the other side is like, although it did seen pricey on the other side. (It is like they have two restaurants in the same building.) This place is SO MUCH BETTER than Benihana, I hesitate to mention both places in the same sentence!"
Dined on 03/21/2013
 2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 20 for Nakato Japanese Restaurant - Hibachi Grill
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

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Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
4 / 3
Energetic
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Review 21 for Nakato Japanese Restaurant - Hibachi Grill
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We really enjoyed our time

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We really enjoyed our time at Nakato and look forward to going again very soon!"
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 22 for Nakato Japanese Restaurant - Hibachi Grill
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The staff is very friendly.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The staff is very friendly. They check back to make sure everything is ok, they work as a team. The cooks did an excellent job with preparing the meals in front of you with alil humor..no long waits and the food is delicious ... I would recommend Nakato for any occasion."
Dined on 03/15/2013
 2011
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 23 for Nakato Japanese Restaurant - Hibachi Grill
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great food - and a lot of

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
"Great food - and a lot of it! Service was great."
Dined on 03/13/2013
 2011
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 24 for Nakato Japanese Restaurant - Hibachi Grill
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

I was really disappointed

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I was really disappointed in the taste of the food. i went there a few years ago and felt it was excellent but this time i was disappointed."
Dined on 03/10/2013
 2006
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Review 25 for Nakato Japanese Restaurant - Hibachi Grill
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Just what everyone promised!

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We went to enjoy dinner with close friends and couldn't have picked a better place. The food was good, the chef skilled, the sushi amazing, and the ambiance everything that the reviews said it would be. Highly recommended!"
Dined on 03/03/2013
 2013
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Review 26 for Nakato Japanese Restaurant - Hibachi Grill
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent Food and Great

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Excellent Food and Great Staff!"
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, romantic, special occasion
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Review 27 for Nakato Japanese Restaurant - Hibachi Grill
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

never to return

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We have visited this restaurant before and gotten great service. So that's why I was surprised at how awful if was this time. I was with a group of friends who had never been. Our server even though they asked for suggestions had nothing to say. We asked about the sushi list but again he said nothing. So we ordered from the menu. We saw the people at another table ordering from a different menu and asked them about it. It was the sushi menu. When our waiter returned we let him know one of us wanted to change our order. He told us it was to late. I couldnt believe that. We will not return. He was awful. We couldnt even get refills because he never returned to our table."
Dined on 03/01/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 28 for Nakato Japanese Restaurant - Hibachi Grill
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The staff and the atmosphere

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The staff and the atmosphere was exceptional. It is a very nice property, with a comfortable dining area and pleasant ambiance.
The only complaint I have is the quality of the cut of steak. 28 dollars for the 16 ounce steak, but the cut of meat was not that good. It seemed a bit "chewy". It was cooked as requested (medium-rare), but the value just didn't seem to be there."
Dined on 02/27/2013
 2013
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Review 29 for Nakato Japanese Restaurant - Hibachi Grill
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Don't go at 6pm on a Friday,

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Don't go at 6pm on a Friday, too many children. Otherwise great, but too many kids screaming at the fire!"
Dined on 02/22/2013
 2007
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Review 30 for Nakato Japanese Restaurant - Hibachi Grill
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Simply the best

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"My wife and I absolutely love this place. They have First class service and always are courteous. I had a surprise gift there for my wife they brought it out my car and to the table. The best spot hands down."
Dined on 02/17/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, romantic, special occasion
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Review 31 for Nakato Japanese Restaurant - Hibachi Grill
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I loved this place and have

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I loved this place and have told everyone in my family about it. I also plan in going back very soon."
Dined on 02/17/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 32 for Nakato Japanese Restaurant - Hibachi Grill
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

There sushi is awesome. It

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"There sushi is awesome. It is a perfect place to take a date for a night dinner.."
Dined on 02/15/2013
 2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 33 for Nakato Japanese Restaurant - Hibachi Grill
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

I had high hopes for this

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"I had high hopes for this one, as an alternative to the increasingly uncaring just-put-bodies-in-the-seat Benihana, and was not disappointed at all. Great food, drinks were surprisingly good, service was good, don't really have any complaints about the first time here (except for maybe the parking, right in front of the restaurant is for the valet parking, self-parking is very awkward to get to). Even liked the mini gardens in the back of the restaurant! Definitely recommend you try out this great hibachi spot."
Dined on 02/13/2013
 2006
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 34 for Nakato Japanese Restaurant - Hibachi Grill
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great family birthday dinner

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Great family birthday dinner for 7 year old. Only downside was too little vegetables and heavy on starch."
Dined on 02/02/2013
 2003
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 35 for Nakato Japanese Restaurant - Hibachi Grill
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We went for my husbands birthday

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We went for my husbands birthday and had a great time. The only down fall was that we were at a table with 4 children. Although they were very well behaved, it took away from our romantic evening. You might be able to request a table without children. We may try that next time. Excellent food though!!"
Dined on 01/31/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 36 for Nakato Japanese Restaurant - Hibachi Grill
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

What can you say about a great

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"What can you say about a great restaurant like Nakato. For starters, if the place has been in the same location since 1972 and the food is still spot on after all that time...they have to be doing something right! We opted for a more secluded dining experience instead of the hibachi experience. A must try for anyone that loves a savory dinner is the sukiyaki. Full flavored, yet not overpowering, and very filling...word to the wise, "Their is a reason they say to split it among 2 or more people."
Not to forget, they probably have the best sushi in Atlanta."
Dined on 01/27/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 37 for Nakato Japanese Restaurant - Hibachi Grill
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

For a Hibachi style restaurant,

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"For a Hibachi style restaurant, the food was not diverse and did not serve the typical items on a menu related to this type of establishment. The food was not equivalent in quality compared to prices. I would not recommend this restaurant to anyone seeking a high quality Hibachi restaurant."
Dined on 01/24/2013
 2010
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Review 38 for Nakato Japanese Restaurant - Hibachi Grill
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

This is normally our favorite

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This is normally our favorite go-to Hibachi place in Atlanta. However, this night something was off. Our cook was rude, did not interact with the table, constantly rolled his eyes at any request we might had and did not divide the portions well among the table. We will be back, but this was a shock to us."
Dined on 01/18/2013
 2008
Special Features: good for groups
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Nakato Japanese Restaurant - Hibachi Grill
Based on the average of (33) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
4 out of 4 recommend this product
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
Ambiance 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
Noise Level
2.3 / 3
Energetic