u/Okami_sushi_yerevan

Hey r/Yerevan,

After nearly 10 years of working every possible job in the hospitality industry — from waiting tables to managing venues — I finally took the biggest risk of my life and opened my own place: Okami Sushi (it’s on 20 Moskovyan St). We brought a classic Japanese Kaiten (conveyor belt) system to the city with an "All You Can Eat" concept.

Honestly? It has been a rollercoaster, and I just wanted to share the reality of what it’s like behind the scenes, because opening a totally new restaurant format here is terrifying.

Running a conveyor belt system sounds fun on paper, but logistically, it’s a nightmare to calibrate. Keeping the balance between absolute freshness, preventing food waste, and making sure the rail is always full when a guest sits down is a daily math puzzle. On top of that, fighting with international platforms just to get our location pinned correctly or digital menus working has cost me more sleepless nights than the actual construction did.

We are trying to do something fresh for Yerevan's food scene (7,900 AMD for lunch / 10,900 AMD for dinner), but everyday feels like a new challenge to get people to understand how the system works.

I’m not here to drop a glossy ad — I genuinely want to know what you guys think. If you’ve already stumbled upon us, what was your honest experience? And if you have any questions about how the business or the Kaiten system works, I’m happy to answer anything.

Thanks for reading, just needed to vent a little to the community.

Hello everyone!

I wanted to personally invite the Reddit community to check out my new restaurant, OKAMI, located right on 20 Moskovyan Street.

We wanted to bring a high-quality, modern Japanese dining experience to Yerevan, offering two ways to enjoy your meal:

• 🌀 The Kaiten Experience: We specialize in the conveyor belt system with an All You Can Eat model. It’s perfect for those who love a continuous flow of fresh maki, nigiri, and appetizers right at their fingertips.
• 🛋️ The Restaurant Hall: If you prefer a more traditional or intimate setting, we have a comfortable seating area where you can relax at a table. In this section, you can order from our exclusive A La Carte menu, which features premium selections, signature rolls, and our kitchen's best specialties.

We’ve put a lot of heart into everything—from our signature salmon steak to our authentic ramen (the Ajitsuke Tamago is a must-try). Whether you're a sushi enthusiast looking for a feast or just want a nice dinner from our separate menu, we’d love to have you.

All You Can Eat Pricing (Kaiten):

• Lunch (12:00 - 16:00): 7,900 AMD
• Dinner (18:00 - 23:00): 10,900 AMD (Our A La Carte menu is available all day for table service)

Since I know how helpful this community is, I’d genuinely appreciate any feedback you have. If you stop by, please say hi!

Address: 20 Moskovyan St, Yerevan.

Looking forward to seeing some of you there!