Vaka Restaurants is a delectable food pairings of traditional Dominican and Japanese cuisines. One of our culinary creation is titled “Latin Sushi.” This new food trend is made by fusing together our chef El Ninja’s Japanese-Dominican cultural background.
Based on 947 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.2 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ Delivery
Address:
337 Essex St, Lawrence, MA 01840
Phone: (978) 655-7278
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Hours
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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2 PM–1 AM
Hours might differ
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| Tuesday | 2 PM–1 AM |
| Wednesday | 2 PM–1 AM |
| Thursday | 2 PM–1 AM |
| Friday | 2 PM–2 AM |
| Saturday | 2 PM–1 AM |
| Sunday | 2 PM–1 AM |
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Reservations: vakarestaurant.comopentable.com
Reviews
Rico Mac
I had an amazing experience here¡¡¡ The food was great. The atmosphere was amazing. If you’re looking for good food and an upscale vibe then this is the place¡¡¡
Maycon Palota
As soon as we got at the restaurant the receptionist was very polite. She asked us if we got a reservation and directed us straight to our table. The waitress was very honest about the plates and she helped me pick one of the best. Me and my friends enjoyed the night together and we didn’t have any problems, definitely recommend.
Catricia Snead
Great atmosphere. Great food. Great drinks. Great service. A real chill and good vibe place. We got the monfongo (seafood and N.Y. steak), and the dish presentation was amazing, as well, it was plentiful. Drinks are on point. The IV bag drink was not for the weak (a must try!). Very creative in display for their dishes and drinks. Plus, our server Madeline was great. Overall, great experience.
Sara Daniels
Would go back over and over, even if it was just for the drinks. Wanted to try more things on the menu but I didn’t wear my “all you can eat” pants
Steph Anie
Food was good went in for sushi and drinks spot on flavors were a hit. Service was a little delayed and there wasn’t alot of tables being served only one server on. Overall good
Clara Q
Incredible restaurant! Have been ordering delivery for a few months and finally had the time to stop in. Read the reviews, made sure to make reservations, was seated immediately, were asked for drinks then given time to review menu. When we ordered were told that there was a wait and suggested we order an appetizer which we did. Everything came out at once, which we didn’t mind, in record time (ordered at 5:29p and food arrived at 5:48p). We ordered take out as well which was brought to us when we asked for to go containers (we found their portions to be generous). Great atmosphere (if you are like me and don’t mind the loud music and lights and close proximity to the people next to you).
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Randi L
This place is a vibe. They really pack the place. We had a reservation and still had to wait 15 mins to get our table. The tables are very close together so not really any place to move. Music is VERY loud..like you were in a club. I think if they lowered it a smidge it would be great bc then you wouldn’t have to yell to talk to your tablemates or the waitress. Took a bit to get our food (not as long as other have mentioned) the drinks are cool a bit expensive but you are paying for the whole fancy show. We ordered a bit of everything and all the food was tasty. We ordered starters and sushi. Everything was good. We also got our friend the birthday celebration that came with lights, singing and a gong. Would I ever drive another 50 mins to this place…..no. if you are closer than that you should go.
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Paulina Guerero
Had some drinks here and some awesome sushi. Sushi was flavorful and yummy and warm. And fresh the drinks were also good too for the Henny coolladas and it was great, good size serving and nice strong and sweet drink.
Leela Miller-Anteah
I had been ranting and raving to my partner about wanting to go here and finally on his day off we drove an hour away and paid $217 for average food. My partner and I brought our kids out here to eat this Saturday and the food was nothing spectacular. There was a bit of excitement when we saw smoke come out of someone’s drink or whatever, but for the most part the food was overrated. The service was very slow. The drinks tasted great, but we’re overpriced. The ambiance was okay, but I can’t say for certain we’d return here.
Karen Rivas
The food was amazing our waiter Jackson was the best he was patient he went over the menu this was our first time here. We will definitely be back. The music was a little loud for dinner but good. Highly recommended.
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