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Party at Awaji Izakaya - Awaji Izakaya, Oklahoma City, OK

Awaji Izakaya

4.9
4.9
188 Reviews
$30 and under
Japanese
12305 N Rockwell Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73142

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2 people
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7:00 pm
Booked 19 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • 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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Sushi, Yakitori
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • 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.
  • Area
    Memorial Square
  • Cross Street
    North Rockwell Avenue and NW 122nd Street
  • Parking details
    Public Parking
  • 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, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Offers

  • Unwind with Happy Hour Delights!

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Sat - 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
    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 188 people are saying

Awaji Izakaya reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Oklahoma City

    Best Value

  • Oklahoma City

    Child-friendly

  • Oklahoma City

    Hot spot

  • Oklahoma City

    Lively

  • Oklahoma City

    Best Value

  • Oklahoma City

    Child-friendly

  • Oklahoma City

    Hot spot

  • Oklahoma City

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Awaji Izakaya offers an authentic Japanese dining experience with an intimate atmosphere reminiscent of a Japanese pub. The food is consistently praised as "delicious" and "amazing," with standout dishes like the pork dumplings, seasonal sashimi, and unique sushi rolls. The attentive service and lively ambiance make it a must-visit for sushi lovers.
188 Reviews
  1. Blaine

    Oklahoma City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great, atmosphere was great! Overall 9/10 because no one is perfect

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  2. Steve

    Oklahoma City19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service was great. It’s one of our favorite restaurants.

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  3. Marvin VIP

    Oklahoma City37 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 28 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love the classic Japanese pub atmosphere of this place. Cozy, lively, with great bar and table service. Apps to love are the pork egg rolls and the pork dumplings (seared). Get the miso soup, as well. My wife was satisfied with the apps and soup. I added the Salmon Teriyaki special which comes with rice and green salad (and miso soup). Marcus was attentive just enough not to be interrupting. We weren't rushed, and every bite satisfied. We'll be back!

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  4. Pam VIP

    Oklahoma City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 18 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    INCREDIBLE!!! We will definitely be back. Flavors were delicious. Service was outstanding. Fun experience - great ambiance.

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  5. Cynthia

    Oklahoma City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Second time going and it was even better than the first. Highly recommend.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 11 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Came in early for happy hour, had amazing service and was gifted a dessert for my birthday! Half off sale on Tuesday was a hit! Their specials that aren’t on the menu were fantastic. We left full and ready to come back to try more.

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  7. Karen

    Oklahoma City13 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 10 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    We came in with about 8 ladies for girl night out. Everything was great in the beginning we got our drinks and apps put in. Our server was also helping the bar area. Well drinks were starting to be forgotten several appetizers that were ordered didn’t come out. Food was delicious overall. The server then said our checks got messed up and read us our orders out loud. Well mine was correctly read out loud but when I was charged and got me recipet there was an additional $20 worth of food on it. This happened to three of us. They voided our transaction and corrected it. Well this morning several ladies woke up with multiple charges from this establishment from last night all different amounts. We have been coming here for over a year and never had issues but I can say the over charging and neglecting tables for the bar was very upsetting and the people that were invited are not wanting to return since they had multiple charges on their cards. I hope awajis can make it right and keep loyal customers.
    Awaji IzakayaResponded on 11 March 2025
    Hi Karen, Thank you for your honest feedback, and we sincerely apologize for the billing issues you and your group experienced. That is absolutely not the experience we want for our guests, and we truly appreciate your continued support over the past year. Please reach out to us at contact at awaji-izakaya dot com so we can look into the overcharges and make things right, including issuing any necessary refunds. We value our loyal customers and would love the opportunity to correct this. Again, we apologize for the frustration this caused and appreciate your patience while we sort this out. Looking forward to hearing from you soon.

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  8. Carnivore VIP

    New Orleans5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awaji is definitely a sleeper sushi restaurant that you wouldn’t necessarily think of when passing 122/rockwell. You won’t get in without reservations, and the inside of the restaurant is like walking into a sushi restaurant in Japan. they’re selling some of the freshest sushi I’ve ever had. Unique rolls to the restaurant, along with noodles, skewers, and other items. Also delicious desserts, I’m talking to you bruleed cheesecake. This is also one of the fastest service restaurants I’ve ever eaten out. You can be in and out in 45 mins if you want, but more realistically an hour. These guys are pros at turning over tables, and their sushi chefs are pumping out rolls like a nascar pit stop crew. Treat yourself.
    Awaji IzakayaResponded on 11 March 2025
    Thank you so much for your support, Carnivore!

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  9. Brent

    Oklahoma City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and service. Wish I could try everything on the menu, but we will be back!

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  10. Daniel VIP

    Austin3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 27 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Noah our waiter was great! The food was excellent as always!

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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 4.9 stars by 188 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.

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12305 N Rockwell Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73142

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Additional information

  • Cross Street
    North Rockwell Avenue and NW 122nd Street
  • Area
    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, Yakitori
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Parking
  • 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, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • 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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