Best ceviche I've had stateside!…read more Always a welcoming, clean, chill ambience! THIS is our family's favorite spot and our fav date spot! The boba IS perfectly balanced. The food is fresh, delicious, and memorable! Validated parking that's easily findable.

Tora had mixed results for me. The pan-seared gyoza was decent and had good flavor. Unfortunately,…read morethe shrimp tempura ramen was very disappointing. The ramen noodles were overcooked, and the shrimp tempura became extremely soggy sitting in the broth, which ruined both the texture and the overall dish. I wasn't a fan of pairing tempura directly in the ramen for that reason. I might return to try other menu items, but I would skip the shrimp tempura ramen. The sushi rolls were all decent--fresh, flavorful, and enjoyable overall, making them a solid choice if you're a sushi lover!

We were spending some time in museum tower over the weekend and decided to try this place out as it…read morewas so close by. The food was delicious, staff was down to earth and ordering was very easy and convenient! Our friend had told us about Hasaki Grill a few times before and I wish we had tried it sooner! I'm not usually a fan of the chicken at most hibachi spots because it's usually super overcooked/flavorless but Hasaki did a wonderful job with it! My husband got the jumbo shrimp and really liked his food too. The portion size was amazing without costing an arm and leg, and we still had leftovers for later in the evening. I will definitely be going back here to try more of their menu and to see how the dine in experience is! Perfect quick and delicious hibachi spot!

My date and I found the food to be mediocre at best. We ordered the hibachi chicken and hibachi…read moreshrimp & steak plates, and unfortunately, everything tasted pretty bland--there just wasn't much flavor in the meats or the rice. To make things worse, the initial plates came out cold (both mine and my date's) which was very disappointing. My remade plate did come out hot, but by then the experience was already affected. I also didn't like that it's $5 extra for more rice, even if you're just trying to substitute it for the veggies. That felt unnecessary. The fried calamari tasted like it came straight out of a frozen box, and instead of squid rings, it was more like straight pieces of squid, which wasn't what I expected. To top it off, I found what looked like a white hair in my food and had to get my plate remade. The server was very nice and handled it well, which I appreciated, but the overall food quality just didn't make up for it. As someone who eats hibachi often, I'd say this spot needs to add more flavor and seasoning to really stand out. I'd probably pass on this hibachi spot.

Hubs and I walked in around 3 pm for a late lunch, thinking it won't be too busy since it's an…read moreoff-time. Wrong. They were busy but we were lucky to snag two seats at the bar. We ordered the Yunta ceviche, chicken skewers, Crabacado Causa and their special brunch item, chicharon bao. The chicharon bao was smaller than expected but the flavors were amazing! The pork belly was crispy and savory but served with a pickled onion mignonette of sorts that cut the richness of the teriyaki sauce. The chicken yakitori had a beautiful char that amped up the flavors of the sauce. So good, Hubs was eating each piece whole! That's a big bite. The only thing missing (in my humble opinion) is a side of white rice. The crabocado was ok. I'm glad I tried it however the dish wasn't for me. Hubs had the smart idea to throw the remaining ceviche juice over the crab and that made it 1000x better. Now the absolute best dish of all time- the Yunta ceviche. YUM YUM!!! We asked for spicy and they gave it to us. I loved it! The shrimp was perfectly cooked, no rubbery texture. The octopus and squid were also perfect, not chewy at all. But the best part - the fish. I don't even like raw fish. Like I don't ever eat raw fish when ordering sushi. No nigiri or sashimi for me. But for some reason, the ceviche is the only time raw fish is delicious to me. And here, they have perfected it. The ceviche juice was too good to not finish so it was used on the other dishes - see proof of what was left in the empty plate. Yeah, we devoured it and plan to come back next week for Round 2. But this time, I'll make reservations.

First and foremost the ambiance and service are the fist things that stand out. They are the most…read moreattentive staff I have all year. They were always there and do the little things without you even noticing. Like folding napkins, filling your drink. All was seem-less. I got the lomo saltdo and it was by far the best one I have ever eaten. It was cooked to perfection. Then the corn kernels they had out were legitimately addictive. I had to stop myself from eating more. Also the price did not break the bank considering how good the service and food are. Next time I'm in town, I'll definitely would be visiting again. The only issue I had was the bathroom situation. You had to wait a long time to use it. It was always packed and seemed kind of small bathroom set up considering the size of the restaurant. Besides that that my experience was perfect.

I really like this restaurant and come here often, usually around four times a month. The prices…read moreare very reasonable, and the quality of the food is excellent for what you pay. We had never had any problems here until our most recent visit, when our server, Mauro M., took care of our table. We placed our order, and after our regular rolls were brought out, I asked whether he remembered that we had also ordered a specialty roll. He said yes, but later came back and told us that it was no longer available and that they no longer make it. That itself was not a big deal -- we could have simply ordered something else. What bothered me was that he did not tell us until I specifically asked about it. If I had forgotten, we might have just kept waiting for something that was never coming. When we received the check, the total was also higher than it should have been because the specialty roll that we never received was still included. He eventually brought us a corrected check. Because of the poor service and difficult communication, I left a smaller tip than I normally would. However, when I checked my bank account today, I noticed that the final amount charged to my card was higher than what I had authorized on the receipt. The difference was not large, and I disputed it through my bank, but for me this is about the principle. A server should never change the amount of a tip or charge a customer more than what the customer authorized. Because the experience had already been problematic from the beginning, I had a feeling something like this might happen, so I took photos of both receipts. First, we were charged for an item we never received, and then the final charge to my card was higher than the amount I actually authorized. We will still come back because we genuinely like this restaurant and have had many good experiences here. However, if Mauro M. is our server again, I will ask to be seated with someone else. Updated: The manager reached out to me, apologized, and assured me that they would take care of the issue, so I'm changing my rating to 5 stars. Bad situations can happen anywhere. What matters most is how a business responds, and I really appreciate that they listened to my concerns, took them seriously, and showed that they genuinely care about their customers.

Had dinner here with some of my gals and it was wonderful!! Prices were so so great and the food…read morewas good too! Service was quick and we sat outside on a wonderful day! Can't speak about the inside since we didn't sit there, but it was such a great time!

Maybe the best sushi I have had in Charlotte!…read more I came here on a Saturday night and wow I have not been to LoSo in a while but the parking was tough. Luckily, I used the complimentary valet offered by Yama. My friend and I had a reservation and were promptly seated. We ordered the brussel sprouts to start and they were fantastic with a sweet glaze on top. I tried a few specialty roles: the kyuri, the HM, and Totoro. I was amazed at the presentation of these roles. You can just tell by the color of the fish, the tuna and salmon in particular, that this is really fresh sushi. It was so delicious! I also had a mocktail which was very refreshing. I appreciated the two lychees served on top.

Amar was an outstanding waiter. Very knowledgeable of the Asian fish he served us with the Nigiri…read moreentree . The food was some of the best sushi we have ever had! All super fresh and seasoned w love Food, service and Ambiance is 10 out of 10. Prices are fair and wait staff are all attractive and nice people. We are hooked now! Dan & Delaney

YUME Ramen & Sushi Bar is a Japanese restaurant with a bar. There are lots of options ranging from…read moreramen, sushi, and rice bowls. The outside of the restaurant was giving industrial, dark vibes but the inside was very bright and sleek... the juxtaposition caught me off guard. There is ample seating inside. In terms of the service, our food arrived in a timely manner and our waiter was alright, a bit more laidback than I am used to but he got the job done. My friends and I ordered the Spicy Crunchy Roll, Coconut Shrimp Roll, Katsu Don, Okinomiyaki Fries, Karaage, and Matcha Green Tea Cheesecake. For our appetizers, both the Okinomiyaki Fries and Karaage were good! They were crispy to perfection. The Okinomiyaki Fries had a great umami taste, but I did not really enjoy the spicy mayo that came with the Karaage as it was a bit too tangy. My Spicy Crunchy Roll was very filling and flavorful, but not spicy. I tried dipping a bit into the soy sauce which tasted too high on sodium. I tried a bit of the Katsu Don (chicken) that my friend got and it was also delicious and came with a generous portion of chicken. The Matcha Green Tea Cheesecake tasted sweet but not too sweet and more like cheesecake than matcha, which I prefer. I will say upon checking my receipt, we were charged an extra $0.75 cents for the spicy mayo which we were not told of nor did we ask for it so... that is a bit weird. Overall, I think that this is a tasty spot for Japanese food! Lots of options that could appeal to most people. I would definitely come back to try their ramen. It could definitely be a spot for a casual or more intimate dining experience for people.

We stopped in on a weekday that was rainy and this ramen really hit the spot. It was flavorful and…read moredelicious, and we both completely finished ours (usually we have leftovers)! The server was friendly and guided us through the menu. Our food came out promptly as well. Parking was easy, there's a free lot behind the building and there's plenty of street parking. There was a bar area and booth seating, so lots of spots to choose from. Definitely enjoyed and will return!

Stopped into Yakiko for a quick lunch and was pleasantly surprised! I ordered the hibachi chicken…read moreand shrimp with half plain fried rice, half noodles, plus broccoli, zucchini, and sweet carrots (skipped the onions and mushrooms). Everything was cooked perfectly--flavorful, fresh, and super satisfying. The portion was generous, so I have leftovers for dinner, which is always a win! The restaurant has some indoor seating, and street parking is available. Service was quick, making it a great spot for a fast but filling meal. Definitely a solid choice for hibachi--will be back!

Wanted hibachi for dinner and went here for the first time! I ordered pickup and was ready within…read more10 minutes. I like that it was fast service. I ordered the teriyaki steak with fried rice and all of the vegetables that came with it. It came with a side of sweet carrots and choice of rice or noodles. For roughly $16-17 I would say you get a good portion of food that was loaded in the box. It comes with a larger container of yum yum sauce which is a plus for sauce lovers; compared to other side sauces from other restaurants. I liked that the vegetables were cooked fresh however the sweet carrots were slightly hard. I like them sweet and soft, but that's just a personal preference. I asked for medium rare steak but of course I knew that it would be well done. That is of most hibachi places I go to.

**** Yugenn is an…read moreoutstanding restaurant that's far from your average sushi spot! The ambiance is beautiful, inviting, and creates the perfect atmosphere for a date night or family dinner. The food was incredibly fresh, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. Every dish was beautifully presented, and the drinks were just as impressive. A special thank you to our hostess, Linda, whose attentiveness and warm hospitality made our experience even more memorable. She truly went above and beyond to make us feel welcome. If you're looking for exceptional sushi, amazing drinks, and top-notch service, I highly recommend Yugenn. Be sure to book your next dinner or family gathering here--you won't be disappointed!

Over the weekend, we got to check out this new Japanese fusion place in South End…read more.. As anticipated, the place was very pretty and posh...with a sleek color motif of black and pink (one of my fave combos!). Since the weather was so nice, we decided to sit in their patio area...very nice! Can't say I loved the playlist (a bit busy and random...everything from soulful lounge music and hip hop, to Donna Summers, Salt 'n Pepper, etc.etc.), but I loved the overhead volume...giving the place a festive ambiance. I just hoped that the music would be a tad more relaxing and sophisticated...but then, I get it. Am sure the vast majority of folks coming here are in their 20's or 30's. Service was good. I think both Managers-Owners (?) stopped by our table to check on us...and our waitress did her best. However, we did find it odd that we had to ask for soy sauce and wasabi with our Unagi nigiri order. Maybe this had something to do with it being a fusion place? As for the menu, there were several tantalizing and interesting options. My husband and I both decided to start with 2 orders of Unagi (as an appetizer). Then we agreed to share their signature dish, Lobster Fried Rice, as well as 2 sushi rolls, "The Genie" and "Kimchi Fried Chicken". We also finished our meal with their Panna Cotta (with Strawberry). Well, we both thoroughly enjoyed everything...but our favorites were the Lobster Fried Rice and the Panna Cotta. Sushi Rolls were good, but I felt I've had better? The Lobster Fried Rice, however, was possibly THE best Fried Rice dish I've had to date! The Panna Cotta was amazing too...just wished there were a bit more of it? BTW, I liked their cocktail, "Lotus Milk Punch"...but here's the thing. Despite the lofty price point, there just wasn't much of it...as there was this big block of ice taking all the space (just as with Whiskey drinks). Also, I didn't feel that it was strong enough. So here's where I dock a star. I feel that when a drink is this expensive (20?!?), it should be well worth it. Despite the good taste, it fell a bit short on its stingy portion and weak alcohol content. One other minus I must mention is the lack of parking here. You just have to drive around until you find a space along the road. It's a good thing we came early! Still, this is a great, new addition to Charlotte...and it's a cute spot for a date night or a girl's night out. I'd definitely wouldn't mind returning to try a few more items on the menu...and a repeat order of their amazing Lobster Fried Rice!

Has some fantastic sushi rolls tonight. Ate every bite. This restaurant chain is the best. This…read morelocation had plenty of booths, tables, and chairs at the bar. Service was quick from Anja. The only negative was the lighting was very bright. Tip: there is a parking entrance behind the restaurant into a free parking garage, which is well lit, with lots of cameras. Tip: the I Devil Dice Roll - Spicy yellowtail, cilantro, & cucumber. Topped with yellowtail, salmon, avocado, ponzu, serrano peppers, & sriracha. The Queen Roll - Smoked salmon, avocado, cream cheese, & crunch. Topped with crab salad, sriracha, & scallions BSA Roll - Scallop tempura, asparagus, mango. Topped with tuna, scallop, sweet chili sauce, kabayaki sauce, red tobiko, & scallions

I was coming home after days of traveling and asked my husband to pick a place to eat not too far…read morefrom the airport because I was going to be starving once I touched down. So his choice was here. Google directions suck they took us around the back to the parking garage for the 2nd level and since we have never been here before it took us a few minutes to figure out how to get down to the first level. When we entered there was a waiter taking an order and no one else on the floor so we had a little bit to get seated even though there were only two other parties in the restaurant. We were able to sit wherever we wanted so I sat with a view of the screen with the replay of the Brazil FIFA game on. My husband wanted the unagi don but didn't order because the price seemed high. The table next to us all ordered bowls and the serving size was huge so my husband regretted it. We order takoyaki, spicy wings, and 3 rolls Godzilla, Hadouken, and Master Roshi. The wings had amazing flavor but were not spicy. Takoyaki was flavorful and the perfect temperature. I get a lot of takoyaki that is entirely too hot and have to crack them open to cool before eating them. My husband did not enjoy the Godzilla roll he said the topping was too much and didn't add to the flavor. But enjoyed the other two. I enjoyed all three rolls the flavor was fresh and very little need for soy sauce fine without it. If we are ever in Charlotte with time to eat I would stop here again.

Incredible service, outstanding fish, and a chicy-boob-boom vibe!…read more Probably the place to go number one for a fantastic sushi experience in Charlotte, this is definitely a place where a cool kids go, but you can be 100% DadBod and, as long as you're not in White new balance and cargo pants, they'll let you fit right in. The menu has so many great things on it, and skipping the tuna flight might darn well be criminal. You're gonna enjoy that quite a bit. The service team there is long tenure and really knows what they're doing. They just got a new general manager, and she's got great energy and standards of excellence around her. The AGM is the best dang manager you're ever gonna see! When I have close friends in town, who really want great meal, this is one of the places that we will for sure go. To a great walkable area and while the youngsters there tried to get all the tail feathers up a little too much, don't let that bother you. The restaurant knows what it's about and who it is serving ultimately

My daughter wanted an Omakase experience for her birthday. After reading reviews and comparing a…read morefew places, I decided on O‑Ku. We'd never tried Omakase before, but we've had other curated dining experiences. Upon arrival, we were seated immediately. Our waitress was pleasant, she started on beverages, and explained that the Omakase would be a two‑hour experience...totally fine. Within the first 20 minutes, our first dish arrived and it was excellent...But then...nothing. We waited, and waited, and waited. An entire hour passed before the next dish appeared. I pulled the waitress aside to check on the delay, she explained they had a sudden influx of customers but she'd ask the kitchen to move a little quicker. The food did start coming out after that, and the managers came over to address the delay, which I appreciated, but the damage was done. I wanted a memorable birthday experience for my daughter, and unfortunately it ended up being a bit of a disappointment considering the time and cost. The food itself was delicious, but poor pacing and lack of attention to the customer overshadowed the entire experience. I didn't ask for compensation but the managers took it upon themselves to comp my wine flight. I hope this was a one off experience but I can't say that I'll return to this restaurant.