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Akame Nigiri and Sake, Lexington, MA
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Akame Nigiri and Sake

5.0
5
63 Reviews
$50 and over
Sushi
Located in Lexington’s Historical district Akame Nigiri and Sake offers an un-traditional Omakase experience. Akame Nigiri and Sake will be offering a 15 Course Omakase for $180 per person. The Omakase focuses on Japanese Seafood flown in directly from Toyosu fish market. While seated at our 6 seat Omakase Bar, guest will be able to enjoy a semi-private Omakase experience skillfully crafted by Chef Michael Monaco. Seating's will be held Thursday through Saturday at 6:15pm and 8:30pm. All Allergies and food aversions must be communicated 72 hours in advance, so we have time to make adequate changes. Due to the nature of the meal touch sensitive Shellfish and Crustaceans Allergies cannot be accommodated.













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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 3 times today
Experiences are available.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Sushi, Creative Japanese, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Thu 6:15 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 6:15 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (781) 538-6581
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Michael Monaco
  • Private party facilities
    Private events of up to 18 guests can be booked up to 2 weeks in advance.
  • Private party contact
    Michael Monaco: (781) 538-6581
  • Neighborhood
    Lexington
  • Cross street
    Akame Nigiri and Sake is hidden off of Massachusetts Ave on Edison Way.
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Chef's Table, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Wine
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Experiences

  • Omakase Tasting Menu

    $180.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Akame Nigiri and Sake is offering a fifteen course semi-private Omakase experience. You will be seated at our six seat Omakase counter where you will be able to enjoy a wide variety of Japanese fish prepared in a creative way. Omakase Seating’s are 6:15 and 8:30pm Thursday-Saturday. All Allergies and food aversions must be communicated 72 hours in advance, so we have time to make adequate changes. Due to the nature of the meal Shellfish and Crustaceans Allergies cannot be accommodated.
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What 63 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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5.0
5 based on recent ratings
  • 5Food
  • 5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.8Value

NoiseModerate

63 Reviews
  1. MichelleD

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing. Chef Mike was incredible as usual. Absolutely divine dishes. He also effortlessly accommodated my severe food allergies. I am beyond grateful.

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  2. RichmondR

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A lovely experience. Very creative, fresh selections. If we lived close by we would absolutely go as frequently as the budget would allow. The categories provided don't really apply to this strictly omakasa restaurant so they are left blank

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing and Mike knew his stuff! Great experience and meal

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  4. JuliusC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent addition to the Lexington dining scene. Chef Mike and his brother Joseph were cordial, attentive and knowledgeable. The dishes are inspired and creative -- don't go if you only stick to edomae omakase, go if you are open to new flavors and influences

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  5. BrunchMan

    Greater Boston

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on October 8, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    As someone who seeks out any and all omakase this is one of the best - if not the best - I’ve ever had. Creative. Highest quality. Divinely crafted. Wow! And the sake pairing is the best I’ve ever had. Well done, chef! Wow!

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  6. DanEssex

    San Francisco

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    If you are seeking an extraordinary dining experience, this is it. Meticulous crafting of extraordinary Japanese delicacies. Phenomenal attention to detail, exquisite and creative, beautifully presented. You watch every course being prepared in front of you by a master. One of the best dining experiences of the last decade. Very special, very memorable.

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  7. AlistairS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I am from France and over there restaurants are creative and innovative. I have been having a hard time finding restaurants that offer something different. Most restaurants have pretty much the same menu. Akame Nigiri provided me with a unique experience, unique flavors. It's comes at a price but was a well worth treat for a birthday. I really think US restaurants need to take more risks and innovate more. Kudos to Akame Nigiri for offering such a unique experience. The sushi I ate there were simply the best I ever eaten and, I never ate those kind of sushis anywhere else. Innovative, unique, tasty and a great atmosphere. Easy to park. Try it.

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  8. samuelh

    Greater Boston

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice experience good quality is great chef Mike is very knowledgeable and professional

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  9. SempieEats

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 23, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a dinner to celebrate our 5 years of marriage. It was our first experience with an omakase and it was divine. The courses that were created just kept getting better and better. Well worth the money spent for delicious food and new experiences/adventures. Chef was friendly!

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  10. IvanG

    Greater Boston

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on July 7, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One if not the best sushi experiences my girlfriend and I have ever had! Mike is a most talented chef; had amazing skill and knowledge as he led us through the courses of fresh Japanese fish, wagyu and other sushi delights; each paired with innovative and exciting garnishes the likes of which tantalized our taste buds and broadened our culinary horizons. Every question was answered with expertise. Ambiance and Saki menu were also great. Id give more than ten stars if I could.

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 30, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I’ve never been moved to write a review before, but this place is so over the top fantastic that I had to. From start to finish each, and every course is a marvel of flavors and technique. Mike is a master at combining unique ingredients and the highest quality fish to create an experience that’s like no other certainly in the area, but even extended surroundings. Everything was mouthwateringly delicious, including the Prosecco and sake we enjoyed alongside. I would give it 10 stars if I could. I hope he reaches the highest success with this endeavor and gets all the kudos he deserves. We’ll be back again and again - assuming we can get in after this review! Yum!!

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  12. SteveT

    Greater Boston

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on June 17, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Chef Mike was very knowledgeable and personable. Great omakase experience without all of the pretense. Food was fantastic. Loved the mix of textures and flavors.

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  13. Anonymous

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 10, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    寿司は私の人生だ。マイクを訪ねたとき、彼は私の人生で最高のおまかせ料理を用意してくれた。彼の和牛とサーモンは私のお気に入りだ。彼は他の寿司職人よりもずっとクリエイティブだ。マイクのレストランでの食事は、私にとって一生忘れられない名誉だ。 Sushi is my life. When I visited Mike, he prepared the best omakase dishes of my life. His wagyu beef and salmon are my favorites. He is much more creative than most sushi chefs. Dining at Mike's restaurant is an honor I will never forget.

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  14. chronoso

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 3, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Absolutely incredible meal, hidden away behind the main road in Lexington. Two seatings a night, maximum of 6 guests. Be prepared for a journey of unexpected sushi construction, all of which will be delicious. Also be prepared to make friends with your fellow guests. The chef is right behind the counter the whole time, walking us through the meal, explaining his thinking behind his creations, and taking part in the guest conversations. Definitely a place to return to again, and again. Zero hesitation behind leaving a review like this, I look forward to being unable to get a reservation because they're booked up. I don't get how this place isn't on every list. Go here! Have your mind blown! Enjoy!

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 3, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Quite simply, we had a wonderful experience. The food was exciting, clever, and certainly delicious. The other guests were lovely and I didn’t want the experience to end. Mike is proficient, fun, and innovative in his preparations. We will certainly be returning.

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on June 1, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best experiences: small group, amazing food, wonderful chef. Highly recommend!

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  17. Jinddoguy

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience!! Would highly recommend

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  18. RShore

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 25, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Engaging and very enjoyable, “American Omakase” meal. The chef/owner is clearly all-in, knowledgeable and very personable. Interesting, unusual types of fish, very fresh-tasting, mostly Japanese-imported. As I’ve experienced elsewhere in Boston, the meal crescendos in rich late courses, as opposed to what I’ve had in Japan, which are more simple at the end.  Requests for changes/substitutions were dealt with easily. All 4 of us who were at the dinner would happily go back.

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  19. Enfamilie

    Greater Boston

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Unique experience in Lexington - great selection of bites, and very knowledgeable chef who guided us through a delicious evening.

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  20. LorreM

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I enjoyed my experience there immensely. The food was incredible, each course seemed to be better than the last. You could really see the level of skill and passion from the presentation to preparation of every course. I can easily see myself coming back as it was such a great time!

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a gem in our town. Each bite was filled with flavor, thank you!

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  22. JosephF

    Greater Boston

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was awesome! Very unique and thoughtful menu. Will definitely come back

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  23. Feanor78

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 26, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was an amazing, fantastic, and absolutely delicious dinner experience. Will be returning soon for more incredibly fresh, perfectly prepared bites.

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  24. HeathH

    Greater Boston

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A very unique experience that would delight any foodie. This one man show dining experience features one of the single best bites of food I have ever eaten during my 49 years on planet Earth—Mike’s signature dish and the 18th course of the night.

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  25. ClaireC

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Wonderful food. I can never go back to American sushi again!

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  26. EricR

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic omakase experience; delicious food; friendly service.

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 3, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is the best omakase restaurant in the Boston area. A delicious secret!

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  28. Tommy

    Greater Boston

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service. Chef Mike even offered to sub out meat for alternatives given I am abstaining meat on fridays during lent. Our group of 4 had a delicious meal and the chef recommended some solid sake. Do yourself a service and check this place out!

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic experience - greatest Japanese food really enjoyed it!!

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We just love the fact that there is an omakase-style dining experience right in our backyard. Sushi making is an art and Chef Mike is a true artist! The combination of fish and flavors were outstanding and the presentation was beautiful. Each of the 15 “courses” provided a different taste sensation and the saki pairings were perfect. Find five of your closest friends and enjoy the opportunity to have the restaurant to yourselves and the chef’s full attention!

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  31. JosephF

    Greater Boston

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on February 10, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the most amazing experience! The Omikase menu with sake pairing were absolutely fantastic!! Matt expertly prepared and explained every dish as well as the perfectly paired sakes with each course. The personal experience was like no other and we can’t wait to come back again.

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 5, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wow! A truly extraordinary and intimate sushi experience! Each dish is impeccably fresh, unique, and creative. Hands down my favorite omakase experience.

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 3, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing, creative food and wonderful experience. A real treat in Lexington center. Chef Mike is a real talent!

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 2, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Memorable omakase meal to celebrate my son’s birthday. Recommended sake pairings enhanced the dinner experience. Mike was a gracious host.

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  35. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on January 27, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fantastic experience!! We booked with friends and it was great to have the whole place to ourselves. Mike was great, his food was amazing. Each course was incredible. Will certainly be back! Really special and unique experience!

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 22, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great time, excellent fish, excellent service. Super quiet and intimate Mike explains every dish to you and prepares them right in front of you.

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  37. Jovante

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 22, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The overall experience was amazing to say the least. It’s a small setting, perfect for an Omakase experience and true to the tradition of a chef selected dinner. It was myself, my date, and another couple. We had made good conversation with each other but the real star of the show was the food. Good food speaks for itself and that shined bright here as each course outdid itself as it went on. It was 16 courses and I believe it was the perfect amount. I left satisfied and full. If you’re looking for an amazing Omakase experience then do not pass up on this place. It’s amazing!

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  38. KimH

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 7, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing meal! It was such a unique experience. The chef, Mike, served us course after course of super fresh fish each complimented by an interesting and beautiful array of fruit or vegetable meant to enhance the flavors of the fish. He also served a few additional courses including soup and meat and cooked fish. Everything was so fresh and beautifully crafted - totally worth it and I would absolutely go back.

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  39. JenniferM

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 30, 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Chef Mike is amazing! He certainly knows his stuff about fish and meshing flavors well. It was an intimate omakase experience with hit after hit of delicious flavorful fish. The location is great (thank god, not in Boston), and plentiful parking! Will be returning for another date night.

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  40. AndrewR

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 28, 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I’ve been to several excellent omakase restaurants in Boston and beyond and Akame ranks up there with the best. We will be back.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily

FAQs

Akame Nigiri and Sake offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (781) 538-6581.

Akame Nigiri and Sake is rated 5 stars by 63 OpenTable diners.

Akame Nigiri and Sake 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

7:00 PM


Booked 3 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Akame Nigiri and Sake

1707 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA 02420-5318

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Akame Nigiri and Sake is hidden off of Massachusetts Ave on Edison Way.
  • Neighborhood
    Lexington
  • Hours of operation
    Thu 6:15 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 6:15 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Sushi, Creative Japanese, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Michael Monaco
  • Additional
    Chef's Table, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Wine
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