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Awaji Izakaya

4.8
4.8
159 Reviews
$30 and under
Japanese

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2 people
7:30 p.m.
Booked 13 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • Great for happy hour
We invite you to embark on a journey into Japanese gastropub culture at Awaji Izakaya. Our mission remains steadfast: to provide an exceptional dining experience that seamlessly blends the traditional flavors of Japan with a contemporary twist.

We offer an intimate, dimly lit ambiance that encapsulates the spirit of a Japanese gastropub. We proudly present the freshest seafood available in the OKC market, complemented by delightful yakitori, expertly crafted cocktails, and refreshing Japanese beers and sakes.

Chef Richard Ly's menu boasts a diverse array of small plates, otsumami, prepared with a commitment to using the freshest, locally sourced ingredients for the highest quality. With each tantalizing bite, our aim is to transport you to the vibrant streets of Japan.

Omotenashi, the spirit of genuine hospitality, underpins our commitment to excellence from the moment you enter. Our ultimate goal is to create enduring memories for our valued guests, no matter the occasion.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Sushi, Japanese (Yakitori / Poultry)
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (405) 367-7360
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Richard Ly
  • Private party facilities
    Our beautiful venue is available for larger parties and private events. Whether you’re planning an intimate dining experience, corporate event or large celebration we can cater to your every need. Please contact us directly for more information.
  • Neighbourhood
    Memorial Square
  • Cross Street
    North Rockwell Avenue and NW 122nd Street
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Offers

  • Unwind with Happy Hour Delights!

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Sat - 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
    Get ready to elevate your evening to a whole new level of awesome! Join us for the ultimate HAPPY HOUR featuring hot and spicy wings, tantalizing sushi rolls, and refreshing highballs, all at irresistible discounted prices. Let's turn your ordinary day into an extraordinary night! #HappyHourBliss

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What 159 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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Oklahoma City

    Child-friendly

  • Oklahoma City

    Innovative

  • Oklahoma City

    Hot spot

  • Oklahoma City

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Oklahoma City

    Lively

  • Oklahoma City

    Best Value

  • Oklahoma City

    Child-friendly

  • Oklahoma City

    Innovative

  • Oklahoma City

    Hot spot

  • Oklahoma City

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Oklahoma City

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Awaji Izakaya delights with its "unbelievable" Japanese cuisine and inviting ambiance, making it a top spot in OKC. Diners rave about the "creative rolls," "outstanding food," and "fantastic service." The restaurant is praised for its "freshest fish" and "Asian fusion at its finest." Perfect for family dinners or date nights!

159 Reviews
  1. elizabeth

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was nice to find a great sushi place in OKC. The restaurant had a nice atmosphere that didn’t seem pretentious. You can tell that they focus on the food and experience.

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  2. Michael

    Oklahoma City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Bluefin Tuna was excellent and the Gold digger roll is the best sushi roll that I’ve ever tasted.

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  3. Waylon

    Oklahoma City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this spot! Great service, great food and fun atmosphere. Will definitely be in our rotation of places to frequent.

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  4. Tamara

    Tulsa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love this place! The staff and Chef make this place our favorite eat out!! Thad and the gang make the most beautiful drinks and our outrageously fun!

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  5. Marvin

    VIP

    Oklahoma City

    32 reviews

    4.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First visit. Liked the cozy "pub" feel of the place. We tried the pork dumplings. Delicious! The miso soup was rich with ingredients. My salmon and shrimp was perfectly cooked, except the asparagus was underdone and tough. Wife had the chicken katsu, which she complimented. However the white rice seemed like it had sat in the bowl, pre heated and stuck together. We shared the bread pudding dessert, enough for two. However the vanilla ice cream added was full of ice crystals from the freezer. The service was impeccable and the value was as expected. The menu is very extensive and we'll probably come back to try more offerings. There are some varied and tempting samplers.

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  6. Michael

    Oklahoma City

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 4, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Ordered yakitori sampler when we ordered our drinks and then 4 rolls when we received our drinks. Drinks came out really quick, 36 minutes into our stay we received 3 of the 4 rolls . I asked about the sampler and was told it takes a little longer to grill things. The sampler finally arrived we asked if our 4th roll was coming, the one that was suggested. We never received the 2nd round of drinks that we requested. This was our first and last visit.
    Awaji IzakayaResponded on December 4, 2024
    Hi Michael, Thank you so much for your feedback. We sincerely apologize for the delays and missteps during your visit. It’s clear that we did not provide the level of service we aim for, and we are addressing these issues with our team to ensure better experiences moving forward. We appreciate you bringing this to our attention.

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  7. Diane

    Oklahoma City

    51 reviews

    5.0

    51 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything we had was delicious! Chef Richard picked some items for us and he did not disappoint. Can’t recommend one thing because all sushi, nigiri and rolls are outstanding. Has to be the freshest fish in landlocked OKC!

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  8. Steve

    Oklahoma City

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food, drinks and service were great. The menu is very large with lots of food options.

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  9. Brittany

    VIP

    Oklahoma City

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    It was more than 5 minutes before I was greeted to be seated. We had to ask random staff to assist with needed items. Sushi was okay. Atmosphere was cute. Would I go back? Probably. Wouldn’t be my first choice for sushi.

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  10. Samantha

    Orlando

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The martinis were absolutely amazing, and they were reasonably priced for the quality. We had a larger party, but it was a bit past our reservation time before they sat us. This caused delay in our plans. The food was not the best Japanese food I have had, but still decent. The worker who sang me happy birthday had a phenomenal voice. Our server took care of us too.

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FAQs

Awaji Izakaya offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (405) 367-7360.

Awaji Izakaya is rated 4.8 stars by 159 OpenTable diners.

Awaji Izakaya does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:30 p.m.
Booked 13 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Awaji Izakaya

12305 N Rockwell Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73142

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    North Rockwell Avenue and NW 122nd Street
  • Neighbourhood
    Memorial Square
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Sushi, Japanese (Yakitori / Poultry)
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Richard Ly
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (405) 367-7360
  • Private party facilities
    Our beautiful venue is available for larger parties and private events. Whether you’re planning an intimate dining experience, corporate event or large celebration we can cater to your every need. Please contact us directly for more information.
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