We are a full-service catering company that specializes in crave-worthy Japanese and Hawaiian BBQ cuisine and spectacular Polynesian entertainment.

We will work with you to design a custom menu and entertainment package that’s personalized to your tastes, dietary restrictions, and event arrangements. If you live outside of our San Diego, Orange County, and Los Angeles service area, we welcome you to contact us anyway to see what’s possible!

events we serve

Anniversaries, Birthdays, Corporate Events, Engagements, Fundraisers, Holiday Parties, Luaus, Private Dinners, Rehearsal Dinners, Themed Parties, Wedding Receptions, and beyond.

aki murao

owner + head chef

Aki Murao started as a Teppan Chef in Kyoto, Japan two decades ago. Since coming to the states, he worked in high-end restaurants and special event venues before starting Akioni’s Catering in 2005.

Ahi Poke

$2.75 —

Chopped, Seasoned, and Raw Tuna, served on Wonton Chips

Ahi Tower

$2.75 —

Spicy Tuna on Crispy Rice with Aioli & Jalapeno

Asian Dumplings

$2.00 —

Chicken and Vegetables, served with Sesame Ginger Sauce

Chicken Yakitori

$2.50 —

Grilled Chicken skewer marinated with Teriyaki Sauce

Thai Egg Roll

$2.00 —

Vegetables filled rolls with Sweet & Chili Sauce

Coconut Shrimp

$2.75 —

Shrimp Katsu seasoned with shredded Coconut, served with Sweet & Chili Sauce or Katsu Sauce

Seasonal Fresh Fruits

$3.00 —

Availability of fruit will vary by season

Kalbi Tri-Tip Skewers

$3.00 —

Barbecued Tip-Tip skewers with Korean BBQ Sauce

Pork & Crab Shumai

$2.50 —

Small steamed Dumplings stuffed with Pork, Crab, Vegetables

Shrimp Katsu

$2.50 —

Lightly battered Shrimp with Panko Flakes, served with Sweet & Chili Sauce or Katsu Sauce

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sushi station

$200

1 Hour with Sushi Chef Included
$50 / Additional Hour

Endless Sushi

$12 / Person —
California Roll, Spicy Tuna Roll, Shrimp Tempura Roll, Vegetable Roll

$16 / Person —
California Roll, Spicy Tuna Roll, Shrimp Tempura Roll, Rainbow Roll, Vegetable Roll

$8 / Person —
California Hand Roll, Spicy Tuna Hand Roll, Vegetable Hand Roll

Individual Pieces

$1.00 / piece —
California Roll, Spicy Tuna Roll, Shrimp Tempura Roll, Vegetable Roll

$1.50 / piece (5pc min) —
Rainbow Roll, Salmon Avocado Roll, Seared Ahi Roll

$2.25 / piece (4pc min) —
Shrimp Nigiri

$2.50 / piece (4pc min) —
Tuna Nigiri or Salmon Nigiri

$2.75 / piece (4pc min) —
Yellowtail Nigiri

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chow mein station

$150

1 Hour with Station Chef Included
$50 / Additional Hour

$10 / Person

6 Types of Vegetables & Noodles

Add Chicken $2, Shrimp $2, Steak $3, Combo $5

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dim sum station

$150

1 Hour with Station Chef Included
$50 / Additional Hour

$12 / Person

Egg Roll, Chicken Dumplings, Crispy Shrimp

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benihana hibachi station

$150

1 Hour with Station Chef Included
$50 / Additional Hour

$16 / Person

Fried Rice, Grilled Vegetable with Noodles, Teriyaki Chicken

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sushi + teppan

$45/person

Assortment of Sushi
Japanese Salad
Fried Rice
Grilled Vegetables
Teriyaki Chicken
Hibachi Shrimp
New York Steak

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hawaiian bbq
option 1

$24/person

Sweet Rolls
Island Style Salad
Egg Roll
Asian White Rice
Hawaiian BBQ Chicken
Crispy Shrimp Katsu

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hawaiian bbq
option 2

$24/person

Fried Rice
Grilled Vegetables with Noodles
Egg Roll
Hawaiian BBQ Chicken
Crispy Shrimp Katsu

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chef’s special

$55/person

Assortment of Sushi
Assortment of Sashimi
Ahi Poke
Spicy Tuna on Crispy Rice
Soy Beans
Egg Roll
Dumplings
Crispy Shrimp Katsu
Grilled Vegetables with Noodles

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teppanyaki

$22-35/person

Served with Fried Rice, Grilled Vegetables with Noodle

Teriyaki Chicken — $22
Teriyaki Chicken & Hibachi Shrimp — $26
New York Steak & Teriyaki Chicken — $28
New York Steak, Teriyaki Chicken & Hibachi Shrimp — $35

Aki is not only super friendly and personable, he is an amazing chef and caterer! His food is high quality and DELICIOUS!!! Plus, he has so many options and really worked with us to make the food for our reception amazing and affordable. I heard from so many of our guests about how the food was so amazing and how they finished everything on their plate and went back for more! We had several vegetarians, including myself, and Aki made sure that we had just as much delicious food to eat as everyone else. Also, he set aside plates of appetizers for the wedding party so that we were able to enjoy his incredible edamame hummus, spring rolls, and sushi rolls as well! The food was fresh and honestly just so delicious. Aki brought several servers with him as well, and they were all so great - polite and attentive and super friendly. Aki is so knowledgeable and knows what to ask and plan for ahead of time so that everything runs smoothly. I had no worries whatsoever about the food - everything was perfect. We loved Aki and his staff and his amazing food!

— Sarah H

Aki and his team were true gems of the wedding. Aki was so fun to work with and very accommodating to the venue which was my mother-in-laws place at Huntington Beach Harbor. With 166 guests, it was important to offer a varied menu without breaking the bank. The guests loved the food, and he was great about including some vegetarian options since that is how I eat. In addition, he organized a Polynesian Themed entertainment right after dinner which energized and thrilled the guests. It brought a level of uniqueness to our wedding. I'd highly recommend Aki and the entertainment if you are having an island themed wedding.

— Sandra K

We had a party for 35 at our house and everything from the appetizers to the dinner prepared in our kitchen was fabulous! The best part is there is nothing to clean up after. Our guests were impressed and pleased with everything. The food was delicious!

— Ann F