Went back home for the weekend and couldn't wait to checkout one of the downtown restaurants. When we arrived it wasn't too busy (lunchtime) so we were seated quickly. Loved that we didn't need a reservation and there wasn't a long wait (the things we are accustomed to in the DMV). Our server greeted us and took our drink and appetizer orders. It was an unseasonably hot day so we ordered a strawberry margarita and white sangria. For appetizers, we got tempura brussels sprouts and bulgogi fries. The drinks and food were fresh and delicious. We were pleasantly surprised by the serving sizes. My daughter (who is extremely picky) said the margarita was one of the best she'd had. It was her first time trying bulgogi so I was a little nervous, but she absolutely loved it. I enjoyed the brussels sprouts. Appreciated the great service and attention. We will definitely be back the next time we're in town. read more

Jay's 108 - strawberry margarita and white sangria - Sushi Bars Near Me - Kinston, North Carolina

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The wait!!! I understand they get busy!!! But 47 mins for 2 orders of sushi is unacceptable!!! Communication They manager hands me the bag with here you Miss Horrible read more

The waitresses ignored my table for 30 minutes.... I had 2 young children with me and we sat there waiting for 30 minutes before we decided to leave. They looked right at me multiple times and proceeded to take the order over the people who came in 15 minutes after us. Worst service I have ever experience in my life. read more

Good food -great selections and outstanding service - pleasant vibe - well presented faire and comfortable table setting! You will not be disappointed! We went as a big party for a special occasion and all of our dining selections and drinks were "top-shelf!" If seated at the first group table as you enter: please be careful not to spill your drink due to the divot in the wooden table - it got my drink - however waitstaff was so kind and considerate and she brought me a replacement at no charge - BTW - they warned me about the anomalie when we were first seated. We had a great time and we were never rushed or pushed along...we WILL be back soon!!! read more

Jay's 108 - Only photo I took while there! - Sushi Bars Near Me - Kinston, North Carolina

This place is pretty cool. Laid back and casual. Able to do 6 to 8 people parties easily. We got burgers and alacart nigiri sushi. Her burger was really good and the fries were great. I thought tallow for sure. Having experienced sushi in Japan I can honestly say this sushi is correct. The rice was perfect taste and size with wasabi applied under the fish. Our server was super nice. We'll be back to try some calamari and uni. We shared an apple pie roll for desert, very good. read more

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We got the place our waitress was terrible she had no clue what the hell she was doing from the start. We didn't get everything we ordered and our order was wron. Then when it came time for tge checks she had them all messed up it took her three trines to finally sorta get it right. I could understand if the place was packed why maybe so much confusion but there was hardly anyone in there beside our table. Not impressed at all and my food was raw. read more

This was a pleasant little spot we found by accident... we were actually heading over to another place that ended up being closed. As we approached the alley way to the entrance, the thought crossed my mind that we should have a secret knock or password to enter. I loved the eclectic menu and decided to order the bugolgi fries. What a treat! They clearly upstaged the sandwich that I got. The bread would have been a little better if it were toasted or grilled. Otherwise, we had a very pleasant meal. read more

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Amazing food and great service, I wish there open earlier during the week! Maybe like 2pm

Visited this spot for the first time last week and we were blown away! Started with the blackened ahi tuna (YUM!) as an app, then ordered the crack chicken & rice and the B-52 sushi roll (spicy) and both were incredible. Cool environment, great music. Will definitely be coming back when in Kinston. read more

I eat here somewhat regularly but recently the service (dine in and takeout) has just really let me down. Tonight I placed a takeout order that was supposed to be ready at 6:15. I did not leave with my order until a few after 7. The food is good, but if kinston had more options I would come here drastically less due to the poor service. read more

Ordered beef bulgogi, came raw, sad because I actually liked this place, it's the only place in kinston to eat read more

Jay's 108 - Raw bulgogi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Kinston, North Carolina

This place is awesome food was great Service was superb and when I asked for recommendations they gave them with knowledge and accuracy. Their menu is very good and the food was fantastic we love this place I strongly recommend it!! read more

We eat here quite often they have fantastic, sushi rolls, tasty appetizers, and good cheeseburgers as well. Have never had a bad experience.

Jay's is a fantastic addition to Kinston's dining offerings. The rice bowls are a good value and are very filling. We have had some mixed service experiences, but mostly positive! The sushi is also great. I only wish they'd bring in more menu items from the Goldsboro location. read more

The absolute best sushi this side of Raleigh! I have tried many sushi places these last few years, some high end, some regular but this place tops it everytime. It's always fresh and delicious. The waitstaff is wonderful and so friendly. I love when they give recommendations of things they truely like. I will always and forever be a loyal ccustomer! read more

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A little hard to find in the ally but the old, restored building is very cool. I have the rainbow roll tonight and it was excellent and the bartender was very friendly. Will definitely return if I am ever in Kinston again. read more

Honey Stop the Car!! We are in Kinston and this food at Jay's 108 is a strong 5 star! From the moment we walked in, service has been impeccable and the food matches it! Pork belly nachos was chefs kiss to the point it inspired me to do a pork belly and fried rice. Delicious! Thank me later! The crack chicken was very good alongside with the salad, fried egg and fried rice! The pulled pork sandwich was amazing with the brioche bun! I would only say to add coleslaw but overall, delicious. And Myrian was the Best bartender ever! The Cajun fries were on point so at the end, 10 out of 10! read more

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We ate dinner here on a Wednesday evening. No wait for a table for two. Our waitress was informative and knew the menu well. It looks a lot like the broiler room, Its previous owner/occupier. So many choices! You can choose from sushi, burgers and fries, salads, sandwiches, teriyaki, and Korean rice plates for dinner. Their drink selection includes everything from domestic beers to signature cocktails. We were offered dessert but after the generous portion we did not even look at the dessert menu. I had a rice plate with beef and a valuable egg sunny side up. My friend had a sushi roll. The miso soup was only okay. Ill get the salad next time. read more

Jay's 108 - Shushi Bar - Sushi Bars Near Me - Kinston, North Carolina

We went to Jay's for our favorite Asian dish - Bulgogi. Well - BE WARNED! Their Bulgogi has just two items - Bulgogi meat and rice. Nothing else! No pickled onions, Kimchi, cucumbers, carrots - ZERO other options. And $16 for just the meat and rice! Disappointing! read more

The presentation of the plates were amazing, staff accommodated my seating preference with politeness. I didn't like that they seated me close to the back when the front was empty... but requesting to move was not a problem. I ordered a drink (mimosa) and the B52 sushi roll with 2 miso soups. The food was phenomenal and I'd definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone visiting Kinston since there isn't much to do after business hours. read more

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the food is savory and elegant i can't think of a better place to go for a little lunch date or even a nice dinner

So- a little background: my son is on the spectrum. One of the things that makes him unique and beautiful is a sensitivity to tastes. He is very limited in what he will eat, and he's not likely to try new things. We stopped at Jay's 108 on the way back from our first weekend at Camp Seagull. He's eaten Just thing today- not chocolate ice cream, not candy. Just a cup of milk. He commented that it smells great in here (man he hates the way our house smells!) Ben ordered off menu- just some grilled chicken and he tore right into it. There used to be only ONE restaurant I can take him to - but as of today there are two. He loved his chicken. Kylee was happy to ask the cook to go off menu a little and make a dad happy. My food was awesome too. I had a simple cheeseburger with onion rings and it was delicious. I destroyed it. Truly fantastic food. The interior of this place is warm and inviting- very casual. They have great outside seating as well. Shaded and breezy. I will be back and I encourage you to try Jay's 108. read more

Good food. It's always good without fail. Everything on the menu is delicious and I have had most of it including the sushi rolls. Service is a little lackluster but so is the hiring pool in the area. I never mind slow service when we are in good company though. read more

This place has a great vibe. It's entry is in an alleyway with cute lights. Inside it has a cool bar area and big seating area. The drinks were festive and good! The edamame, bulgogi fries, fried tempera shrimp, and veggie roll (one with mushrooms) was amazing!! The service was kind and very friendly. I would go back in a heartbeat! read more

Jay's 108 - The alleyway entrance lighting which was very cool! - Sushi Bars Near Me - Kinston, North Carolina

The sushi was delicious and fresh! There were so many sushi options and other food options for non-sushi lovers. Our server was sweet and we loved the ambiance. read more

They are mean here. Hot food comes out lukewarm and sometimes under cooked. The sweet tea is often sour. The french fries are soggy. Once I ordered a sunny side up egg, and there was uncooked runny egg-white in the yellow yolk. Management and staff just do not care. They look at me like, "What is your problem?" read more

A stylish and modern restaurant with a lively atmosphere. The small plates are perfect for sharing, and every dish I tried was unique and flavorful. The grilled meats were tender and perfectly cooked, and the cocktails were expertly mixed. It's an excellent place for a night out, with friendly service to match. read more

Amazing food, sushi was so fresh! Great vibe. Our server, Leo, was so nice and fun and had a lot of great suggestions when we weren't sure what to order. We were lucky to walk in with 6 but I would recommend making a reservation! The lychee martini was delicious! Ask for Leo! read more

I've been to Kinston numerous times for work. I've eaten several times here at Jays 108, never disappointed with anything on the menu. This is my first review for Jays! I must say the Super Jay is out of this world!! The truffle mushrooms taste amazing!! I've been missing out!!! read more

I tried the poke bowl with tuna and salmon. It was pretty tasty, but there just wasn't enough food in it for the $25 price. There was very little rice or lettuce for the base. read more

Definitely a good place for sushi in Kinston, NC. A new place to dine at after Boiler Room closed. I had a Bulgogi rice bowl and it was delicious! I do have to return again to try their cocktails and burgers. I'm sure it won't disappoint. I can't say the decor and interior design is unique but it is clean. Tables were spaced enough to follow covid prevention guidelines. Our server was friendly and gave us plenty of time to look at the menu and to enjoy our food. We didn't feel rushed like how most restaurants are nowadays. read more

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We enjoyed our dinner at Jay's 108. The list of rolls was very extensive. We prefer fish to cooked or crab stick rolls. The Playboy roll was a very good choice. We had a number of Nigori items that filled out our dinner. Our wait person had a large table and several other tables and she was very apologetic about our wait for some items. We did not feel it was a long wait but we were impressed with her keeping us updated nonetheless. read more

The food is always fresh & delicious. Staff goes above & beyond to ensure your experience is great. Relaxed, minimalist aesthetic. Always enjoy the experience. Not a sushi person, but love the firecracker roll. Husband loves the bowls and soups. Bulgogi fries are the best appetizer. read more

Great restaurant with great service! Food is always outstanding! Fresh rolls and homemade sauces and dressings makes Jay's stand out. Just need them to bottle to purchase! read more

Loved it! But had a tough time finding it down that alley. Fun specialty drinks and apps and super great waitress Madison. Spicy calamari and pork belly nachos (could have used more pork belly) were delicious. Probably won't be in this area again but if you find yourself in Kinston, go to Jays 108! read more

We stumbled upon this spot looking for a quick bite on the way back to Raleigh when most others were closed on a beautiful Sunday afternoon. Since we had our dog with us we were delighted to find outdoor seating on the (very windy) alley. Service and speed were fantastic and our menu selections tasty and well-priced. The only complaint was a way too loud outdoor speaker. We will for sure be back! read more

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Love this place! Located where the Boiler Room in Downtown Kinston used to be. The surf and turf platter was excellent - huge amount of perfect bulgogi easily feeds two. We also had the bulgogi fries and duck gyoza. My mom enjoyed her appletini and I LOVED my orange crush martini. We also got the bulgogi burger. My sister got the Mother Earth roll. 10/10 would come back again! read more

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First before we sat down we had to wait with the server while the other servers were discussing something. Next my friend and I ordered kids chicken bowls and on the menu it said kids meals come with a drink and your choice of fried rice, veggies, or fries so we got fried rice and my friend also asked for mushrooms in it. She said she could only do mushrooms on the side and that was it. We got the mushrooms and they were cold and raw and when the bill came we were charged extra for the rice. I proceeded to ask about it because it was supposed to be included and she said "yeah rice is an up charge our menu is out of date" we got no apology and the charge was not dismissed even though it was their mistake the menus weren't up to date. Service was also not good, will not be going back. read more

I was quickly seated (without reservation) my waitress was very pleasant and attentive, the ambiance was nice and the sushi was fantastic! Oh, and the beer was awesome! read more

I like the atmosphere. I always get the shrimp tempura which is awesome. I love their specialty drinks!