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    Tora Izakaya

    4.2 (48 reviews)
    Open • 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Quiet
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Ashley F.

    I came here with a friend for a catch up and a good meal! This was my first time here so I was super excited. We did enjoy the food, service and restaurant overall. Our only complaint was that we ordered a sushi roll and when it came out the fish was dark grey and didn't look or smell the best. We sent it back and just opted to skip the sushi for that day. I do want to go back and try it again because everything else we had was really good. I really enjoyed the sake and the wings. There's plenty of parking here and their menu has some really good offerings. Will definitely come back again!

    Milk Tea Boba
    Matthew H.

    University City HAS GEMS! This is my go to Sushi spot in this area, the food is always fresh and the service is great! Also the mojito hit the spot just right

    Kari G.

    We were looking for someplace open and close after a shopping trip and found a new favorite spot! Seats were available in the dining area but we decided to sit at the bar. Right away we were greeted and welcomed. Menus were placed in front of us along with glasses of water. Our server Gadang inquired if we had any questions which he patiently answered. There were plenty of sushi and non-sushi items on the menu. We all ordered a variety of items including cocktails which the bartender Putra (sp?) was sincerely interested in making to our individual satisfaction! Can't wait to return here. I'm also excited to try their other location uptown. I was so hungry I forgot to take pics of the food!

    Cocktail menu
    Nicole C.

    Tora Izakaya is a good compliment to the food scene in the university area of Charlotte. This restaurant boasts an ample offering of various Japanese, Indonesian and Thai favorites like sushi, Pad Thai, fried rice among many others. It's located in the same area as IKEA and has a ton of parking. The overall vibe is super chill, relatively quietly and cozy. Very casual energy. The shrimp + chicken hibachi bowl were both a generous portion and pretty flavorful. It's very simple put a bowl of rice + lots of veggies and a protein of choice with teriyaki sauce. The bowls are all safe options and great if you're picky or craving something easy. I do believe the veggies they use in these bowls either come frozen or canned and they'd really be upgraded and go to the next level if they used fresh veggies. The crispy rice and tuna appetizer was my favorite: Crunchy rice and fresh fish - 10/10. I also tried the basil lychee mojito and it was surprisingly delicious. Very basil forward and easy to drink more and more because it genuinely great. Our servers were all friendly and helpful. The food came out in about 10-15 mins tops. I would return to this place again and hope they uphold the quality of food and service. P.S. guys please change the radio station of the soft pop covers lol ... it's dreary and the original songs would be better.

    Mango tango
    Angela L.

    Stopped by while in town. We had the mango tango roll, super crunchy shrimp roll edamame and seaweed salad. The rolls were amazing. Not the biggest fan of their seaweed salad since it's made like a salad with lettuce and dressing, so I wouldn't order that again but we will definitely be back for the rolls. Service was good, we were checked on several times. There were others there dining, as well and they mentioned how good their rolls were, too. Definitely a place to check out!

    Hand Rolls, Krab & Tuna
    Wayne G.

    A New Sushi Obsession: 5 Stars for a Flawless First Visit! It's rare that a first-time visit completely knocks it out of the park, but this place is doing something special. If you are a sushi lover, stop reading this and just go. The Starters We kicked things off with the Tora Poke Tuna appetizer, and honestly, I could have ordered three more and called it a night. The fish was incredibly fresh, perfectly seasoned, and had that melt-in-your-mouth quality that sets great sushi apart from the "just okay" spots. The Roll Breakdown The sushi rolls here are creative, generous with the portions, and--most importantly--high quality. * Tuna on Tuna Roll: For the purists who can't get enough, this is a masterpiece. Double the tuna, double the flavor. It really showcased the freshness of their catch. * Queen Charlotte Roll: I'll be honest, I was on the fence about the strawberry salsa. Fruit on sushi can be a gamble, but trust me: it is a must-try. The sweetness of the salsa cuts through the richness of the fish perfectly. It's a total flavor bomb. * Carolina Roll: I really liked this one, though it's definitely the "indulgent" choice. It's fried and features cream cheese, which I loved, but it's worth noting that it's quite heavy. If you aren't a fan of tempura-style or creamy rolls, it might not be your vibe--but if you are, it's a home run. The Verdict The atmosphere was great, the service was attentive, and the food was phenomenal. It's safe to say I've found my new favorite spot. 1000% will be back to see what else they have up their sleeve!

    Coconut shrimp
    Sup 3.

    The service was exceptional, with food arriving perfectly on time. The rolls were delightfully light and refreshingly crisp. The restaurant's atmosphere was bright yet calm, creating a welcoming space where everyone seemed happy and smiling. This spot earns a solid 10/10 for outstanding sushi.

    Buzz City Lobster
    Esmeralda J.

    Friendly staff, the sushi was amazing and they were fast. The ambiance is nice. I would recommend to friends.

    California roll
    Kim G.

    We walked in and got to choose our seats. The hostess was nice. Our waiter brought us waters and allowed us to browse the menu. I chose a spring roll, California roll and shrimp Yakisoba. The waiter was attentive and the food was served timely. I thought everything tasted really good. The food was served at the appropriate temp. I would definitely visit this location again.

    Miso soup
    Samantha R.

    The food here was really good and it came out very quickly without sacrificing the quality. Inside was clean and decorated nice. The server brought us water immediately and checked on us regularly. I would go back.

    Thai Green Milk Tea
    Asante L.

    Came for a late lunch with a friend and we enjoyed the food! Great music and the service was great. Someone was always checking in on on us throughout the meal. Everything was delicious and we will definitely be coming back to try out more stuff soon. Highly recommend checking this place out. Especially try the hibachi bowl!

    Chelsea D.

    Excellent food! They just opened not too long ago and their sushi is fresh and flavorful! They also have really good drinks! This is a good place to come for lunch for sure! Our service was knowledgeable about the menu as well. The crab Rangoon was soooo good too!

    Tempura Raman
    Celeste D.

    I was craving sushi so my sister and I went to this new spot that opened up. The service was soo good and the food was even better!!! They were playing nice music too. This is a good spot to go to with friends or even a date night. I got the crunchy shrimp tempura roll and the shrimp tempura Raman. All of it was amazing! I will return to try more things on the menu!

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