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Yosake

4.0 (320 reviews)
Open 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM
Updated 2 months ago

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Pony M.

Service is excellent. We didn't get the table we wanted, but we're walk-ins so that's understandable during the holidays. We ordered three rolls off the happy hour menu, tomato ginger bisque, and I had the hot sake. My partner said the sushi was overly salted, but I didn't taste that much salt. My favorite was the crispy spicy salmon! We will be back! Happy holidays, everyone.

Nicolette G.

Went here for a late night bite. Our waitress was very nice, the restaurant has kind of speakeasy vibes because you access it from a stairwell which was cool. The inside had really nice ambiance. The sushi was good and my husband got ramen, the broth was delicious.

Sabrina C.

Yosake never disappoints! The happy hour menu is unmatched! Excellent service, great ambiance, YUMMY good and plenty of options! Wonderful for a night out with friends OR colleagues. Be mindful of parking details in downtown ILM. Otherwise, enjoy!

Sushi bar in action
Zachary D.

Downtown but upstairs. YoSakè is above The Husk so don't sit down at the wrong place like I did. I was greeted with a smile and offered table seating, bar seat, or sushi bar seat. I love watching how the rolls are made, my FAV! Here's my three things: 1) Hip scene for ILM downtown and has a solid menu with hot dish and sushi options. 2) Plenty of beers, wine, and Sakè options so if you wanna feel the sush this is your joint. 4oz pour of Joto, and a Salty Turtle sets any dinner right off. 3) Got the seaweed salad (3/5 portion/runny liquid). Gianna's roll, was super good but didn't know from description that it was a fried roll. I watched it all get made and still love the process.

A spicy salmon & spicy tuna roll  Crispy Brussel sprouts
Rachel G.

Gave it a second shot. 1st issue 3months back left me feeling like "I'm not going there again" was ordering to-go $25-30 total, handed over a $50 and was asked if I needed change... yes of course I do. 2nd chance tonight, ordered 2 rolls and an app at the start of happy hour. Received the same rolls twice and the rice on the sushi unfortunately tasted old. I wasn't checked for food quality or if anything was needed. Highly recommend Nikki's sushi for the service-quality-prices are yosakes happy hour prices but all day

Tom yum soup

Love this place so much! Just moved to Wilmington and was on the prowl to find my new sushi place! Well folks here it is! The service was fast, great and professional. The ambience is perfect for any date! The food was excellent I enjoyed two rolls, Lo mein and a savory soup!

Spicy tuna roll ,Shrimp and edamame

The food was amazing.We ordered from the 5-7 Happy Hour Menu. They had several great options on the menu. We choose the Shrimp ,Tuna roll and edamame.Very delicious! It was my first time going and can't wait to go back and try other menu options.

Fire on the Mountain
Beth S.

Hands down, the best sushi ever. We try to eat here every Friday night. Shelly roll, Fire on the Mountain, and Tomago among our favorites. The short rib appetizer and all soups are divine. The sushi chefs are artists and they are nice, funny, efficient. There's a tip jar on the counter and a gong to ring when a tip goes in. We've noticed a majority of sushi diners don't tip in that jar. Seriously? The chefs deserve these tips. If you can afford to dine out, please tip appropriately.

Chef's choice sushi specialty roll (changes nightly but I recommend giving a try)

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Go to for fresh food, amazing flavors, and good vibes. Always have good service and usually not a hassle to get a table.

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8 months ago

Such amazing food for such a good price! My husband and I were shocked. absolutely recommend!

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Thank you Eliana for your kind words. Please come back and visit soon

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Is this restaurant handicap accessible - really want to go there tonight? I went to this restaurant and it IS handicap accessible and YES there is an elevator!

Yes we are handicap accessible. There is an elevator on the Dock Street side of the building that you can take up to the second floor. Come see us!

Is Yosake doing take-out during corona virus lockdown? Why don't restaurants update their info so patrons can buy take-out and support the business?

Yes, they were as of a few days ago. They are serving a limited menu but it includes most of the main entrees. The number to call and menu are posted on the door. The number is 910-763-3172.

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I had lunch here for the first time yesterday…read more Walking into the restaurant, I felt like I was back in Japan. The place has a traditional Japanese vibe with chef and staff shouting out, "Irasshaimase!" Welcome! Japanese music is in the background. The sushi bar was a great place to sit, as I like to watch the sushi chef work his magic in forming and creating beautiful dishes with the fresh seafood. There is a sign at the bar stating that it could take time to get an order out if there's only one chef. That was the case yesterday. I didn't mind at all, as I knew, based on the food I saw, I would be getting top quality, fresh sushi. And I did! I ordered the sashimi lunch ($21.50), which included a side. I selected the kimchee. The kimchee was delicious! I was given a small plate of edamame, which was marinate in some sort of sauce. Very tasty. The sashimi plate had 12 pieces, which I ate all of it! My favorite was the salmon and octopus. It came with a side of white rice. Service by Sophia was very nice. She was attentive. From what I could see, everyone was friendly and seemed to enjoy their job. When I got the bill, there was a charge for "Non-cash adjustment" in the amount of $0.86. I was paying in cash and was told it would be removed. The updated bill showed -$0.83 but still had the $0.86, which was not removed. Even at the bottom, it states, "We offer a cash discount." Oh well. Overall, a great place for lunch in an authentic Japanese atmosphere.

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