This is my latest favorite Sushi place in Triangle. It is a Korean owned sushi place, so I love that this place has Korean seafood/sushi dishes. Oiso is in a big shopping center, so there is no headache when it comes to parking. But the parking does get busy during dinner/evening time. Service is superb. Everyone is so friendly, and service is top notch. This place is not super big, and it's never too crowded, where I do not get any service. It's perfect, and I hope it stays that way. My go-to dish is Hwedupbap. Think of it like a poke bowl, but Korean style :) I love the spicy + sour sauce (Chogochuchang sauce) that comes with the dish so so much. The portion is GENEROUS! I repeat: The portion is generous. Mama didn't raise a quitter, so I always finish my bowl. But it is hella big for anyone who loves to eat. It comes with lots of veggies and raw fish, and it's perfect. I cannot wait to go back to this place for more fish :) read more

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What a great find! This adorable hidden gem felt like walking into a time warp back to when I was stationed in Japan. There were only 3 people managing the restaurant, the server, sushi chef and a runner but they three of them were keeping the flow moving quickly. What we ordered: Fire Station Roll, Rainbow Roll, Crispy Rice with Salmon and steamed gyozas. Everything was delicious! It was my first time having crispy rice, my husband ordered it thinking it would be similar to fried rice but we were pleasantly surprised when it came out. I typically prefer fried gyoza but the steamed was perfect, they came with a lovely light but flavorful dipping sauce. My only critique is I would have liked low sodium soy sauce, I didn't ask for it so not sure if they offer it but I will next time. read more

Fantastic, just a really great spot. The service was amazing. It's family owned and only a few people working so I expected it to be slow, but they actually checked in on us the perfect amount. Prices are solid for how much food you get and everything tasted really fresh. They aren't super gluten free friendly but you can tell they try their best. I loved the appetizer menu and would definitely recommend getting the sushi tower, it was huge for the price. The mochi was awesome too. Definitely will be back. read more

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The sushi is fresh and delicious! The service is excellent, very helpful with questions on the menu. I'm gluten free, and they helped me find what I could eat on the menu. The price for what all you can receive is excellent. The tables in the booths are far away from your seat and the seats slide easily. I wish it was a little cleaner of an environment. Will be going back! read more

Oiso is such an underrated gem! It's one of my favorite sushi spots--a casual family-owned restaurant with fresh fish and a few Korean food options (like HWEDUPBAP). Nigiri deluxe and bento sets are some of my most ordered dishes, and I can speak to the consistent in both the quality of the food and the service. read more

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I will forever go here for my sushi needs! 10 out of 10 always! They make you feel like family and remember your face. read more

Oiso - Crazy Crunch and Ebi Lover - Japanese Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

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Grabbed sushi for dinner with a friend! I got miso soup and the shrimp tempura roll. It was really good! I got it with a spicy tangy sauce which was really good. The restaurant was cute and clean. Our server was friendly and attentive. Can't wait to go back and try more rolls! read more

Bottom line: Experienced a good meal here at Oiso. The gyoza, spicy tuna crunch roll (more spicy than usual), and Yonkatsu entree were all enjoyable. The sauce with the Yonkatsu made it, ask for extra if possible! We had friendly and attentive service. Overall, a nice visit here. The Deets: I had the chance to go to Oiso with some work colleagues recently, located within the Maynard Crossing shopping center in Cary. Entering, it's a nicely decorated eatery with both booths and tables available for seating. Once we were seated at our table, menus and drink orders were taken in good time. I was a bit disappointed to learn they they no longer do bibimbap dishes, as I do like this Korean dish. However, their menu has plenty to enjoy otherwise. I started with steamed gyoza and a spicy tuna crunch sushi roll as appetizers. They were both good and I have to note their their spicy tuna was a good deal spicier than the spicy tuna I have normally had (most are not even that spicy really) and while it did have a bit of a kick, it was not strong or overpowering (I am not a fan of overly spicy food but this level was just fine). For my entree, I chose the Yonkatsu (panko breaded and deep fried pork cutlet) with rice. I enjoyed this one, mainly because of the accompanying sauce with the cutlet. I wish I had a salad bowl's worth of that sauce instead of the small sauce bowl, I really loved it with the pork! Service was friendly and attentive. I enjoyed my meal at Oiso and my colleagues voiced the same. read more

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Loved my experience at Oiso! The service and food were both great. I started with the ginger salad and the miso soup. I also had a rainbow roll, which was fresh and filling! Good ambiance with indoor and outdoor seating. read more

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Small, family restaurant that delivered on great service and fantastic sushi! The crazy crunch roll was our favorite and a must try. Definitely recommend if you love authentic sushi! read more

Oiso - Snap Dragon and Sweet Carolina Roll - Japanese Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

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Es un buen lugar para comer y todo está muy bien ubicado siempre hay parqueo y la comida deliciosa la atención excelente . read more

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I heard about this place from another sushi lover, and I'm glad I stopped by. The sushi was excellent. I opted for the sushi combo that comes with a basic roll and nigiri. The fish was fresh and delicious. The service was fast and very friendly. The rest of the table ordered special rolls, and they all devoured them. They had some unique combinations that just happened to be exactly what my family was looking for (for one of my kids a roll with seaweed salad on it, perfect combo for him). I look forward to returning and exploring more of their menu. read more

Really fresh-tasting California rolls. Good miso soup. I haven't had any this good in quite some time. I had carry out and will definitely be visiting again. read more

I love this place. They don't charge double and then make you do bogo like so many sushi places around here. . Oiso rolls are always just right. The right size, with the right cut, with the right amount of ingredients. Just perfect. I've brought many people here, and they all loved it. And the staff are always very nice. They check in just the right amount of times. read more

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Probably some of the best sushi that I've ever had. Must try. Everyone was so friendly and the ambiance was nice

Having sushi at this small neighborhood restaurant was a delightful experience. All of the sushi we ordered was absolutely delicious. This place is well suited for an intimate date night or family dining experience and the menu has a large selection of delicious sushi that will make everyone happy. read more

After years of wanting to come here, I finally made it! It was worth the wait, because the fish is absolutely amazing. I had the sushi special, which is six pieces of nigiri, with a simple roll of your choice (salmon or tuna). Everything was delicious, except I wasn't a huge fan of the squid, but that's OK because I don't think it's for everyone. Our waiter was really nice, and everything was fantastic! Definitely recommend it, especially for people who want vegetarian sushi. read more

Oiso - Sushi special - Japanese Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

Best sushi in the triangle!! My favorite was the Piano roll, but we tried 5 different specialty rolls and they were all fantastic. I appreciate how the digital menu contained photos of each roll - super helpful! Kind staff, great service, and peaceful background music. This spot is a gem! read more

We came in for the first time about an hour before they closed and there was no wait time. The service was great and the waiter was very friendly. We got the spicy tower to start and three special rolls: crazy crunch, hurricane, and sweet Carolina. They were all really good. This has become my favorite sushi spot! read more

Oiso - Japanese Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

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Had a chance to visit Oiso in Cary tonight which sits in a smaller shopping center next to Harris teeter off of Maynard Rd it's a smaller restaurant that is korean based ... It serves sushi and some korean entrees.. So checked it out and had ate the following dishes: Chef Kim's Roll which is Tuna, salmon, white tuna(escolar), snapper, spicy crab, cilantro and crab stick in daikon wrap, topped with special ponzu sauce... this roll was delicious .. it's one of the heavier options on rolls but the daikon gave it a lil extra love to an already delicious roll. Crispy Rice which is a spicy tuna and avocado served on deep fried rice triangles ... I had this same dish at M Sushi in Durham and it was on the same level of deliciousness.. think spicy tuna tartare on a crostini... this is just the Asian version of it .. Tuna Kani is Tuna, avocado and crabstick wrapped in cucumber with special ponzu sauce was good here but not as good as Osha Thais version .. still delicious but cucumber was sliced a little thicker .. good option if you didnt want the heavier sushi with rice type rolls. Beef Bulgogi BIBIMBAP which is a bed rice served in hot stone bowl where the rice on the bottom is crispy due to the oil and hot stone bowl giving it a nice crispy rice base and than its topped with cucumbers,bean sprouts , a fried egg, and beef bulgogi... the crispy rice in the bottom is like a hidden treasure ... you dig it up and stir it with the rest of the ingredients in the bowl and add some Gochujang sauce to kick it up with a lil spice. Overall a good little spot read more

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Much better sushi elsewhere- fish not fresh, some chewy... plus appetizer came out with entrees. Busy Friday night but that should not affect food quality. read more

Great place to get sushi and other Japanese and Korean food in Cary. The service was great. Our food came out quickly. It's a family run establishment and they are such wonderful people. For appetizer, we had the tempura mix - they were perfectly seasoned and crispy. Would order them again! We had the Ebi sake roll and Tonkatsu (panko breaded and deep fried pork cutlet) for dinner. The sushi roll was delicious. The pork cutlets were also well seasoned and fried to perfection. If you're looking to get sushi in Cary, I would highly recommend this place. read more

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This was an awesome experience! We were greeted with a friendly hello upon entering at exactly 5pm when they opened. It was empty but that changed pretty quickly. We ordered the Tuna Tataki, Tuna Tani, Tuna Crispy Rice and the Deluxe Nigiri. Service was quick and everything was fabulous! The tuna was very fresh. We ended up ordering additional nigiri just because everything was so good! Great service. Definitely recommend! read more

Oiso - Deluxe Nigiri - Japanese Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

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one of the BEST sushi spots I came across. I was about to give up on finding good affordable sushi spots in the triangle but oh man Oiso came in and changed the game. Super attentive and friendly staff that make you feel super welcomed. Fresh fish always, NEVER had fishy or off tasting sushi here as the food is always tasting spot on and prepared amazingly. It's a small place with a big selection of food and potential. It's my new favorite lunch and date night restaurant. Typing this review right now is making me crave it all over again. DONT WALK RUN! read more

Oiso - Japanese Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

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This place NEVER gets old. Omg, sushi is soooo delicious and presentation is pretty too! Staff is super nice and every time I return, the food is just as yummy as before. Love the casual dining vibe and regulars are always present. Will I be returning? Definitely YES! I even got a roll to go. read more

Oiso - Piano roll on left and Panko Salmon roll on right. - Japanese Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

Very good sushi, I would even be bold enough to say probably the best in the area. The vibe of the place, and service, and the general experience were all exceptional. The sushi was fresh, exciting, and adventurous with the combinations and flavor profiles. But what stood out to me the most was how fast we were able to get our food. After ordering, it took approx 6 min for our 4 specialty rolls to come out. I was astonished, and almost in doubt that we didn't accidentally get someone else's order. Overall amazing place, and will be back to try out their lunch bentos. read more

Oiso - Japanese Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

I was looking for a casual sushi place with high quality fish and this really hit the spot! The fish felt really fresh and the appetizers like the tempura and the sashimi was really high quality. They had pretty unique rolls, and my favorite were the salmon crunch and the hamachi roll. They also have some saucier, fried rolls, if you prefer less raw fish. The best part of the experience was that the staff were so nice and attentive. It really felt like a family run establishment and we were definitely treated like part of the family. Would definitely be back soon! read more

The Kukani roll was delicious. I was excited to have a sushi roll wrapped in cucumber instead of seaweed. The restaurant is small and has limited seating, but the speed of service is satisfactory. The waitress and customers had smiling faces. So far, it's worth the trip. Check it out! read more

Oiso - Kukani roll - Japanese Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

The sushi is great, as is the udon soup and gyozo. The wasabi was fresh and tastes amazing. The prices are reasonable and the service is excellent. read more

We went to Oiso because of their good reviews and happened to be in Raleigh. The rolls were very good but my Shashimi dinner was the oddest I've had. Had smoked eel on it which is not raw fish. Octopus too - yes raw but unusual. They were able to switch out shellfish to tuna on 2 rolls which was much appreciated due to shellfish allergy. Definitely a diner atmosphere. And no Korean food on the menu. read more

I have gotten take out from Oiso once before, but tonight was my first time dining in. The restaurant space was small, but had a cozy atmosphere and didn't feel cramped. Our waiter was so kind and attentive, and the food came out very fast. I ordered the sushi combo #1 entree, and chose the spicy salmon roll to come along with it. The fish on the nigiri was soooo buttery, soft, and delicious, and the roll was spicy but also very tasty. This whole dinner experience was great, I have no complaints at all! read more

Oiso - Sushi combo #1 with spicy salmon roll - Japanese Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

Family run business. Service always friendly and fast. Food always excellent. We've been coming here for years and will continue to do so. My family loves this place--sushi is consistently great!! read more

Why am I just NOW finding this place?!?! They only do take-out now and they are killing the game at it. You can walk in place your order and wait either outside or in your car. Once the time is up, your food will be placed on a table for quick pick-up. All the staff had on their masks and they were falling a pretty good COVID19 protocol to jeep them and the customers safe, greatly appreciated! We ordered: Tempura Red Snapper - light and crispy! Comes over a bed of lettuce topped with sweet chili sauce. 5/5 rating Tuna Kani - light dish with tuna and crabmeat rolled in a thin layer of cucumber. Served cold. 5/5 rating Kukani - another cucumber rolled delight, with crabmeat. Served cold. 5/5 rating Crazy Crunch - this is our favorite! Spicy, crunchy, meaty! Nothing can go wrong with this roll! Thick deep fried coating. 5/5 rating Hot Tuna - this was a runner up to the Crazy Crunch! It had a little spice as well. Tempura fried. 5/5 rating Panko Salmon - Another thick deep fried roll. Simple, fresh, and just tasty! 5/5 rating Their food is amazingly prepared and you get your money's worth. Here you won't get a bogo, but you will understand why once you take that first bite! I am already dreaming of what I will be ordering next time read more

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Great sushi! A must try - skip the other places nearby and go here. All the rolls we tried were cooked - but they were still great! I wish my rice was a little warmer (preference). The place is small and older. Don't let this deter you. They don't have a huge menu like some other places. Rolls Left to right: Mango fantasy, piano, snap dragon read more

Oiso - Japanese Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

Good sashimi. Real wasabi can be ordered. The sushi can be a little too saucy but they will reduce it if you ask. Nice variety of rolls. The cooked food is great, and some sauces are home made (most restaurants the sauces are not). Usually you get sat without too much of a wait and the staff is always very attentive! read more

The sushi rolls here are DELICIOUS! They are the best in the triangle, hands down (as far as rolls go). There are many delicious options, and I love the 2 for $20 deal! My favorite rolls are the mango fantasy, oiso rolls, screaming O, and viagra. read more

Oiso - Japanese Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

This is our go-to sushi restaurant in Cary for takeout, lunches, or at-home date night!

We went around 5ish right after they opened and it was already packed! We had to share tables with another group to make room which is pretty normal. We got the Donburi and few other speciality rolls. The donburi was fresh! Although the squid was a bit tough, it was still yummy. read more

Oiso - CHIRASHI DON - Japanese Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

The sushi is really high quality and effort goes into making it but it is overwhelmingly salty. The parents are extremely friendly, but the younger servers are just alright, they seem to make smart comments amongst each other which is kind of off putting. I did get a dirty soy sauce plate one time and there was something floating in my drink the next. Things like that I wish they'd pay more attention to. read more

Love this place. Always high quality and great service. The sushi is excellent. Must try the hamachi Kama as well...so yum. Small and unassuming with nice atmosphere and amazing food. 5 stars read more

Oiso - Sashimi! - Japanese Near Me - Cary, North Carolina