Yamaya Seafood

Update 2024: after 7pm reservations are required, and for parties of 3 people and over. I ordered here. It's as authentic as it gets, and nostalgic. The place is small and a genuine Izakaya. If you have 3 people you need to reserve. I ordered the oyakodon. The menu is written on the walls just like how it is in Japan! Its a seat youself and letting them know youre there. This is a casual joint where you can become friends with the owner and he sings with you, and cooks it all. All he wants to know for starters is "where you are from?" And "what do you want to eat?" Its charming. The food is not similar to the typical japanese joints you see around and is much more home cooked, and all is served at once. *Note for journalists: don't ask for interview, owner doesn't like it. Just sit down to eat and chat

there must be a warmhole or quantum physics at play. this place belongs to japan, yet can be accessed from anchorage. walk through the door from a random parking lot and you are in japan with karaoke on tv from the 70s. great food and experience, a gem in this town.

Fantastic sushi restaurant in the heart of downtown Anchorage. Come hungry when you're NOT in a hurry, there's only one chef, but the food is delicious and the owners are lovely. I'll certainly be returning the next time I visit Anchorage.

Cute hole in the wall type place that serves great food. Came in with a group of 5. There is only 1 person working so understandably the time was slow but the food was flavorful and I don’t regret coming here. Chef/Waiter/Owner(?) was very personable and friendly Wheelchair accessibility: There is a ramp that isn’t maintained during the winter but should be fine with no snow

It’s a one man operation so be prepared for a slow evening but the food was fantastic!

A wonderful cozy hole in the wall spot downtown. The chef runs the whole show, and you can taste the love and attention he puts into every dish. Be patient, and savor the atmosphere, you’ll be delighted.

This place smells like mold. The old guy, who is all in one is not bad but the service is not worth for the amount he charged.

Really great vibes!! We had such a nice time coming in here! Very cute restaurant and the food was great!!! We really enjoyed the food and checking out all of the cool decor! Would highly recommend.

Everything was 10/10 from the man who runs the restaurant to the food he made for us. Everything here is top quality, fresh, made with love. Every bite was an experience and in winter you will barely ever need a reservation

I have never been a huge fan of sushi, but i stopped in with a friend on our trip. I was put off by the outside. The inside was not what I expected either. I tried the big eel roll, and it was delicious. The gentleman who prepared it was very nice and did an amazing job. I will definitely come back when I'm in the area again.