I have been to all of the original Austin locations and the Charlotte location is good but leaves something to be desired. Given the price and reputation from my past experiences, I was expecting top tier service, food, and ambience with a quality of fish second to none in the area. Let's break it down: We had a table of 3 and each ordered the signature tasting ($60 pp, a drink, and 2 extra items (one tuna roll and the Australian wagyu hot rock, ~$20 each) 1. Service Our waitress was kind and professional, but the overall cohesion of the staff seemed off and the wait times between courses was sporadic and often too long. It took about 30 minutes from ordering to get our first course which was... a salad wrap. Not only did this seem way too long, but it was extremely underwhelming for a top tier tasting menu experience (will come back to this in the food section). After that, some courses came out overlapping each other, and some were 10-15 min apart. This made it feel less like a fine dining tasting experience and more disorganized. On top of that, the server bringing the food to the table would explain each course in a rush and we could not hear them, meaning we did not know much about each dish. Lastly, our water was consistently empty and previous corse dishes were left on the table when new ones were served, which is a minor thing but should be standard at a fine dining restaurant. Knowing how blown away I was in Austin by the original restaurant, the overall service left me feeling disappointed in bringing my friends and hyping up the place for such an expensive meal. 2. Food Our tasting menu consisted of 7 courses including a salad wrap, tuna hamachi (cold), a sea bream role, ponzu glazed salmon (hot), 2 pieces of nigiri per person, brussel sprouts, and a dessert. Having 2 of 6 core dishes be a salad and veggie at a renowned seafood restaurant was disappointing, and these did not blow me a way at all and were average at best (salad was uninteresting, brussels were cold and too saucy). The sea bream role was also just average, but the tuna hamachi, salmon, and nigiri were excellent. I felt that the portion size was small for 3 people, it was marginally bigger than a 2 person tasting and that was also slightly disappointing. We each got to choose our own dessert which was nice and included a guava and banana cake which were excellent but much too big compared to the portions of the core dishes. We also ordered the additional tuna crunchy roll and hot rock wagyu which were excellent, and a much better value than the tasting portions. Overall, the food was still good, but I distinctly remember the few times I went to the Austin restaurant being absolutely blown away by the food quality, uniqueness, and menu selection, which was not the case here. I hope this improves in the future. 3. Ambience The adaptive reuse space was awesome and the look of the place is stellar. I loved how much seating and bar space there was and the overall lighting and mood was great. The only complaint I have here is that it was very loud making it hard to hear servers and each other over conversation. No one wants to be shouting over the ambient noise when paying $100+ for a meal. For context, we are late 20s, we are not shy to louder bars and restaurants, this was especially noisy. In general, I believe this place has a ton of potential and I really hope it improves in quality and value before I come back again. At present, I would not recommend the tasting menu and instead opt for individual dishes. read more

Alex was our waiter, he was amazing! Very caring, attentive, and just a great waiter!!

Unreal experience.. It surpassed expectations. Got a plethora of different items and every single one absolutely hit the mark. Does anyone ever leave food still on their plate here?? Impossible. Hot sake only being $9 was a steal. Also shoutout our waitress Gina... goated. read more

We were visiting from out of town, and the Yelp photos looked amazing. We're serious Japanese food enthusiasts and especially appreciate restaurants where the sushi is prepared by experienced chefs, so we were excited to give this place a try despite the late hour. The service was solid. However, the sushi chef seated in front of us only served the food rather than preparing it. Most of our dishes appeared to come from the back kitchen or another chef, which wasn't the omakase experience we were expecting. We ordered the omakase, anticipating a progression of sushi. Instead, we only received two pieces of nigiri each, although they were excellent. The pickled ginger was overly vinegared and lacked balance. A Brussels sprouts dish was also excessively vinegary. In addition to the omakase, we ordered a cooked yellowtail dish in broth and a mushroom rice dish, but the rice was so salty that I couldn't continue eating it. I let the staff know I was too full to eat anything else, so basically the Omakase stopped after 3 dishes. We told them we didn't want dessert but they still packed the dessert. We settled on a bottle of sake that was subpar after trying 3 others. They need a bit more better selections of sake. For a bill of over $400, I left feeling disappointed. The quality of the nigiri was very good, but the overall omakase experience didn't match our expectations or justify the price. If you're looking for a traditional sushi-focused omakase, this may not be the experience you're expecting. read more

Uchi is an absolutely beautiful restaurant with a great atmosphere, and the service was great throughout our meal. If you're a sushi lover, the menu is pretty extensive, with a variety of different options. However, as someone who doesn't eat much sushi or seafood, I found the menu to be pretty limited, so there weren't many options for me. However, our group went with the chef's tasting menu and they all said it was great value, plenty of different options, and a reasonable price. We shared the Uchi Salad (so good) and hot rock wagyu which was VERY tasty! Highly recommend. Great quality for the price. We also ended with the warm banana cake and wow! Overall, it's a great spot for the ambiance and service, but I would not recommend for someone who doesn't eat a lot of sushi or seafood. It looked like Uchiba upstairs had more non-seafood options so I will definitely check that out soon! They also validate your parking garage ticket which is a plus. read more

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I'm new-ish to Sushi but have heard so many good reviews about this place that I wanted to come try it out. I looked online for a same day reservation but had no luck so I decided to call to double check. The hostess was super sweet and ended up squeezing me in at the bar for 7pm. Post reservation I received both an email and text message confirmation. I even got a 1hr out text that included parking options and an address which was very helpful. The staff here are ALL very kind, knowledgeable and welcoming. The bar seating is intimate but I felt we had plenty of space to eat comfortably. Our plates were also cleared almost immediately after each dish was finished so it never felt crowded. The food was great. At first we were presented only regular menus but when I mentioned to my server that I prefer veggie rolls he went and grabbed me a separate menu that had plenty of options to honor my picky pallet. He was great in both recommending dishes and explaining in detail how things were prepared. Food comes out when it's ready so there was a constant rotation of plates coming in and out. Everything was made to order and extremely fresh. I had a little singular avocado bite sushi and it was to die for. A one bite tease but super worth it. The drinks were tasty and the overall dinner experience was perfect. This was a 10/10 experience for me and I can't wait to come back. read more

Uchi Charlotte - Japanese Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

I have to start by saying this is one of the most amazing culinary experiences I have ever had. The space is aesthetically beautiful and exceptionally well-designed. We sat at the bar area adjacent to the sushi bar, which was an incredible experience because we got to see the master sushi chefs hard at work. From the hosts and managers to the sushi chefs, bar staff, and servers, everyone was incredibly welcoming and knowledgeable. We started with the daily oysters, which were phenomenal. Because it was a very busy evening, there was a slight wait between our courses, and the team thoughtfully brought out the Uchi salad and a bluefin maki on the house. It was unexpected but very much appreciated--honestly, the atmosphere is so enjoyable that you'll be in no rush to finish your evening anyway. The hot rock is both fun and delicious (pro-tip: use both sauces in combination!). The bluefin chutoro, pork flank, and spicy crunchy roll were all absolutely top-notch. Another shining star to end the night is the fried milk dessert. Do yourself a favor and save room, because this is a next-level dessert unlike anything else. The flavor explosion from the actual fried milk balls is life-changing. For drinks, I highly suggest their signature cocktails, the Subarashi and the Nikko Martini. You truly can't go wrong here. I can't wait to come back to try the rooftop bar menu and the chef's tasting option! read more

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This place is so cute and nice. Love the aesthetics Inside. Plenty of seating and very spacious. The service was good. They are very knowledgeable and know there things. Was very helpful with recommendations. The food was delicious. Like any other place in clt, definitely pricey compared to the portion. It was worth checking out once but I can definitely get more elsewhere. Nothing bad about this place. Parking can be done either valet or in the parking garage. It's set in a good area, they'll get plenty of business for sure. read more

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Second visit -- came with a large group to celebrate a special occasion with a reservation. The service took longer this time when it came to getting the items we ordered, but our server was so generous and brought out multiple complimentary appetizers, including the karaage, rock shrimp karaage, Brussels sprouts, crispy tuna rice, edamame, and the Uchi salad. Ambience Low lighting hanging over the tables, no table lamps this time. Maybe a little too dark? Depends on your preference. Music varies a bit, but it seems to lean toward Gen Z-era pop music. Madai crudo Fresh, raw, light flavored fish with a little fattiness to it that pairs perfectly with the apple and ponzu. No complaints at all, but it's not as impressive as the Hama chili or the bluefin tuna. Cured anchovy nigiri Not even comparable to anchovies from a Cento can. This wasn't overly fishy at all, and the anchovy itself has a nice meaty bite. Salty and a little vinegary, but nothing overwhelming. It pairs so well with the warm rice underneath. I feel like this is a very consumer-friendly, approachable way to eat anchovy. Ham and eggs Good, but honestly it tastes like a really good fried tempura roll. The flavors don't feel especially unique -- it's just solid. Walu walu Perfectly cooked. Flavor is very light and delicate. Very similar to the miso salmon, honestly. You definitely don't need both. Miso salmon Perfectly cooked fish with a very light flavor. Loved the pickled vegetables and mushrooms on the side. I'm usually not huge on ordering cooked salmon at Japanese restaurants because I think salmon is superior raw, but this was really good. Very approachable and easy for almost anyone to enjoy. This dish has a little more flavor and feels slightly more substantial than the walu walu. Bluefin tuna Loved this. Perfect balance of sweet and savory with a mild wasabi kick. The tuna surprisingly wasn't fishy or metallic tasting at all. I think this paired with the Hama chili would be perfect. Brussels sprouts Sweet, smoky, charred, but not overly bitter at all. Tangy from a bit of citrus, and cooked perfectly without getting mushy. These are ridiculously addictive. Best Brussels sprouts I've had so far. Edamame Served hot and grilled, so they're charred with salt and lemon, and it's incredible. Such a unique way to serve edamame that actually packs a ton of flavor. Best edamame I've had anywhere so far. Uchi salad These come as like 5-6 little lettuce cups filled with toppings, all individually wrapped with what I think is seaweed. You basically pick them up like little lettuce tacos and eat them with your hands. All of the elements work so well together. It's savory, slightly creamy, crunchy from both the crispy rice and the pickled daikon. I also love that the greens actually feel intentional. It's not like a typical side salad with filler greens that taste like nothing. Everything feels fresh, colorful, and thoughtfully balanced. This feels so much more unique than a regular side salad. Palate cleanser A little tablespoon-sized dollop of sorbet served on a chilled soup spoon that you eat in one bite. This one tasted like a ginger sorbet -- subtly sweet, a little spicy, and refreshingly cold. Coconut tapioca dessert A scoop of lychee sorbet surrounded by this rich but airy and thick creamy layer that almost feels like a pillow, with buttery crunchy bits and pickled blueberry at the bottom. This was fantastic. You must use your spoon to dig all the way to the bottom to get every element of the dish in one bite. Compared to the Jasmine cream dessert, they share similar textures and elements -- the sorbet/shaved ice, the creaminess, the buttery crunch, plus fruit components (blueberry vs. pineapple). You probably don't need both, but honestly they're equal contenders to me in terms of flavor and creativity. Karaage Also delicious, and very similar to the shrimp version except not spicy. The chicken pieces are actually pretty big, and the portion is generous, definitely enough to share with a handful of people. I don't think you need both the chicken and shrimp though -- just pick one. The one thing is that it could definitely be crunchier. The sauce softens the coating which diminishes that signature Japanese karaage crunch. Flavor is great, but i wish the chicken retained a crunchier exterior. Rock shrimp karaage According to our server, this is the spiciest thing on the menu, but honestly it's only mildly spicy. Not a bad thing, just an observation. The flavor is delicious, but again, I think the fry could've been crispier. The shrimp pieces are small, but the overall portion is generous and easy to share. Flavor is fantastic, but the texture could be improved since the sauce softens the crunch a bit too much. read more

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This was my first time here at Uchi Charlotte. What an experience. The ambiance from the outside and inside is amazing. The ladies at the bar were amazing! As I mentioned, this was our first experience and the ladies at the bar gave us an experience. The young lady explained the menu and also provide her favorites. So, I left my readers in the car so I couldn't see the menu. The young lady looked in the back to see if she could fine me some readers/glasses. She was able to find a pair. Now for the food and drinks. Everything we ate was table mouthwatering. The drinks were very good. We even received a complimentary appetizer that was yummy. This here is definitely a revisit. read more

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This restaurant is definitely a vibe. They specialize in curated experiences, so lean on your waiter and the bartenders for recommendations and suggestions because I was totally at a loss on what I should order. The menu isn't as descriptive as I want it to be think of the options more as toppers or Asian infused toppers you come inside and I was taken back. I didn't think it was so big inside, but it's huge inside and it's packed but very elegant and cozy and sexy. Ordered the Leche martini which could've been a little stronger. I had the grilled Escobar, which was OK. The scallops were really good. Next time I think about ordering the Denver steak or the Wagyu. I heard the old-fashioned was really good. We sat at the bar. Bartenders were very helpful and offered really good recommendations I may be back. read more

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Went to Uchi for my birthday dinner and had such a great experience from start to finish. Booking the reservation was super easy. When we arrived, we were greeted with a sweet little "Happy Birthday" card displayed at the table, which I thought was such a thoughtful touch and a really nice acknowledgment. Our server was amazing -- so attentive, knowledgeable, and helpful walking us through the menu and explaining the different dining options between à la carte and omakase (which I'll definitely be coming back to try). Throughout the night, we ordered a mix of dishes. Some highlights for me were the Hamachi Chili, the yellowtail nigiri, and the salmon toro nigiri (salmon belly). Yellowtail is my favorite fish and Uchi absolutely delivered. We also ordered the hot rock, short ribs, Hamachi crispy rice, spicy crunchy tuna roll, and oysters from the daily specials menu. The oysters were fresh, although on the smaller side. The hamachi crispy rice had a sauce that was kick to it - FYI. One thing that really stood out was how generous and hospitable the staff was throughout the evening. We received dishes for us to try including the tempura killer cauliflower and chicken karaage, which was such a nice surprise and made the experience feel even more special. I love the Thai chili flavors the chicken karaage had, and the pickled radish and cucumbers were refreshing with the dish. They treated me to a complimentary cocktail for my birthday called the Mitsu Mitsu and it was SO good -- if you like yuzu/citrus flavors, I highly recommend ordering it. Overall, it was such a memorable birthday dinner and the service truly elevated the entire experience. read more

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Come hungry, leave hungry or spend a fortune. The service and ambiance is amazing, the food is good (some really good) but it's expensive small plates. For example we got the kinoko rabe (mushroom and rice dish) for $24 plus $8 for beef- honestly I didn't even see meat. I think I had one tiny bite. Again, the food is good. It's just very over priced and there wasn't a real dish with substance read more

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I had *such* an incredible experience at Uchi that I had to share. We did the 9-course happy hour tasting, and every single dish was thoughtfully curated, beautifully presented, and honestly just so good. The pacing was perfect, it felt like a journey rather than just a meal. Each course built on the last, with a mix of flavors and textures that kept surprising us (in the best way). You can really tell how much care goes into both the food and the overall experience. Service was just as impressive, our server Leah was phenomenal!!! 10/10. attentive without being overbearing, and super knowledgeable when walking us through each course. If you're even thinking about trying the happy hour tasting, do it. (4-6pm I believe) It's 100% worth it and such a fun way to experience the menu. We will definitely be back! read more

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If you've ever been to Uchi Charlotte, you already know--but this one blew me away. I've dined at the original Austin location and the Houston and Dallas spots many times for business, and I honestly never thought we'd get an Uchi in Charlotte. Not only did it arrive--it exceeded every expectation. This was, without question, one of the best dining experiences I've ever had. The service is flawless, the pacing is perfect, and every dish feels intentional and elevated. The omakase? Easily the best I've ever had. Creative, balanced, and just consistently incredible from start to finish. Charlotte just leveled up in a big way read more

Uchi Charlotte - Japanese Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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We went for our anniversary and we were pleasantly surprised. The staff were all very dialed in wishing us a Happy Anniversary. We ordered the chefs tasting menu for two and it was great. Plenty of food and the staff worked well together to deliver. What was nice was that there was no pressure to turn our table. Perhaps it was the tasting men u, but unlike some new and hot restaurants who want to turn tables, we didn't feel pressured at all. Highly recommended. read more

Uchi Charlotte - Front door - Japanese Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Upscale Japanese dining in a beautiful yet casual setting, Uchi is well worth the multiple attempts it may take to secure a timely table. Uchi's been open in Charlotte for three months, and It took us ONLY two of those to make our 6:00 weekend reservation. All I had to do was log in again, and again, for several weeks before I happened into an available slot a month in advance. If you wish to eat at 4 or 9 pm an open table is waiting. Otherwise, at least for now, perseverance and patience, or luck, are required. So everyone's aware, Uchi is a chain albeit a rather exclusive one. Charlotte has the tenth location, next closest is in, let's see, Nashville. We've now eaten at three of these (also Miami and Hollywood). What I can tell you is that the design and decor vary considerably in each as do the menu items. The seafood tends to be locally sourced (relatively speaking) if possible and the seasonal menu is updated, literally, daily. I enjoyed the design of this Midwood Charlotte restaurant more than the others. It's in a renovated historic building and has an airy, modern yet industrial vibe. That is, except for perhaps the alcove where we were seated. This nook reminded me somewhat of my uncle's wood-paneled basement from many years past. That's OK, because what the niche may have lacked in aesthetic was made up by providing a more secluded quiet space for intimate conversation. Because we were hungry yet at the same time lazy we chose the chef's tasting omakase menu. Ten small courses chosen by the kitchen, no muss or fuss on our part. Many, but not all of the courses are from the menu. You can review my photos of some of the dishes, I remembered the names of most. Favorites? In general it has to be the sushi. Sure, the fresh fish is delicious but it's the rice, that incredible moist, flavorful short-grained rice that makes them sing. If you've only had sushi or rolls from a lower-end restaurant or grocery store then, my friends, you're in for a treat. My wife LOVES Uchi so now that there's one in our neighborhood we'll definitely be back. read more

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Cool new upscale Japanese restaurant chain comes to Charlotte! Very chic inside, trendy vibe, great bar and nice sections of dining inside. Also a patio dining area. Big draw here is the 4-6pm happy hour everyday! Including a omakase tasting menu for a great deal! We sat in a nice side section of the restaurant, it's dark inside so kinda hard to read the menu! They have a nice variety for the happy hour , which is food only not drinks. The cocktail menu was a little disappointing as everything seemed sweet . They have a nice wine, sake and beer menu too . Also a full bar so you can get whatever you want really . The place was packed on a Sunday at 4.30pm, so make a reservation! Also new so super popular right now. They have some signature dishes they are known for also great sashimi and sushi options. There is a more casual sister restaurant upstairs called Uchiba, smaller menu but still really nice plus more of a rooftop atmosphere. We had the Aperol spritz, lychee martini and a glass of the Albariño. Drinks were served up nicely in great glasses. Of course we ordered off the happy hour menu and each course was bought out one at a time which was nice. First was the ceviche roll, one roll per order, but they are big rolls. Good for one person. This and the hamachi roll were really good , each come with a dipping sauce, the wasabi is underneath the dipping bowl! One of my friends tried the tofu roll too, called Inari, this was interesting at sight, not your usual roll, but she said it was delicious. We tried the Hama chili, not really spicy, little sweet actually. The yellowtail was really good though. The Okoge rice, probably my favorite and I'm not even a meat eater really! I loved the crispy rice and sauce, and the beef was so tasty and almost buttery. Loved this. They also came and dropped us a salad on the house, super nice and the salad was a nice light touch with a great dressing. Lots of greens and lots of crunchy bits! All the plates are shareable but you'll get a taste really so order a few things. We finished off with the must have fried milk ice cream, honestly it didn't sound good as a menu item, but the description won me over, the actual dessert was amazing. Picture perfect to look at it, not. too sweet, the chocolate mousse like thing was so good as was the fried milk ice cream. The get you is the fried donut balls, put that in your mouth and see what happens. So now you have to get it! Great dessert! Good service also which is always nice. Loved trying Uchi, will be back to try the Omakase menu for sure. read more

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Wow I don't even know where to begin.. the food and service was incredible here and we were honored to have been their very first guests ever served at their soft opening! Every single dish we had was amazing and we're so excited for Uchi to be here in Charlotte in the Plaza Midwood area- it's going to be a game changer in the restaurant scene here, something that Charlotte has desperately been needing. Highly recommend everyone check them out when they open- you will NOT be disappointed. The freshest sushi in CLT hands down- straight FIRE Overall: 5/5 - we'll forever think about this amazing meal When: 4pm Saturday, dine in with reservation at the bar Food: 5/5 - We ordered the sake toro (salmon belly) nigiri, namahotate (dayboat scallop) nigiri, hamachi (yellowtail) nigiri, gyutoro (wagyu) nigiri, kurodai (black bream) nigiri, shima aji (striped jack) nigiri, edamame, chicken karaage, hama chili, walu walu (grilled escolar), kinoko nabe with gyutoro, and jasmine cream dessert. ALL of the nigiri was SO SO FRESH and each bite was unbelievable. They fly in their fish every 2-3 from Japan! The gyutoro nigiri was one of the best bites I've ever had... I could cry thinking about how good it was :') The wagyu just melted and disappeared in your mouth. Please give me 5 more of these!!! Now we understand the hype behind the hama chili.. the combination with the ponzu, thai chili and orange made for a fresh, crisp, refreshing and light dish that had a sweetness to it and blended all ingredients together perfectly- YUM! So my boyfriend does NOT like any seafood and never has his whole life. However, I encouraged him to try some since it was a special occasion with such high quality fish. To both of our surprise, he actually enjoyed ALL of it! But especially the walu walu and hama chili. Turns out his palette only likes boujee, fresh fish and will not eat anything less smh. If you have anyone in your party that doesn't like seafood, there's still plenty for them to eat here. There wasn't a single dish that we didn't like. The only dish we would skip on next time would be the kinoko nabe and jasmine cream dessert; not because it wasn't good (they both were!), only because we loved the other dishes a lot more and rather try other fish focused dishes- that's truly where they shine. We wanted to try EVERYTHING and had no idea where to start. One suggestion is that if you have guests not familiar with the menu, give them recommendations on which dishes are shareable / how large they are or how many dishes to order in each category on the menu. Drink: 4.9/5 - Sorry i'm running out of characters for this review so can't elaborate lol- all amazing! NA Zero proof Akabanaa (hibiscus and lime) Hachi no haza (fords gin, rosemary, yuzu honey) Xo old fashioned (wild turkey rye, xo syrup, jasmine bitters) Service: 5/5 - Every staff member we came across was so kind and had the best energy. They looked all SO happy and excited to be apart of the Uchi team! All of their staff spends at least one month training and memorizing the menu. As each dish was dropped off, they explained every ingredient in each dish and how to eat each dish in order to enjoy them to the fullest. A huge shoutout to our bartender/server Monet- she was THE BEST! Also, Alex at the bar was awesome too- easy to talk to. We overheard a few other servers/cooks moving to CLT from other Uchi locations which only shows how much experience they already have in house and how much the staff love working there. Their manager David also came over to check in on us and welcome us in- he along with everyone else was so kind and enthusiastic to finally be open (P.s. David, go check out the WWC asap!) Vibe: 4.9/5 - Uchi is in a historic, renovated manufacturing brick building. It was hard for us to judge the true vibe since we were there at a soft opening and the place was not at full capacity. However, with the current ambiance, lighting + music we could for sure see the vision and how much fun it would be for a date night, business meal, or especially a GNO! Uchiba upstairs was not open yet so we were unable to check it out but I expect it to be a ~viiibbeeee~ Other: It's a higher end, pricier restaurant. But the quality of their food is unmatched and you are getting what you're paying for- 100% worth the prices on their menu. Currently, their google/apple maps location does not take you to the correct spot. Uchi is NOT located at the Edison apartments. It's located in its own brick building across Commonwealth Ave from Harriett's Hamburgers. They're working on getting the map location updated with google + apple! Parking is in the parking garage by Harriett's. It is paid parking, not sure if Uchi validates or not (we didn't ask). If you want free parking, we recommend street parking in the neighborhood on the other side of the 74 bridge and walking. We cannot wait to become regulars and come back again soon!!! (Review #89, inquires to dianadoan03@aol.com) read more

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Dishes ordered: Crispy tuna rice, wagyu tartar, yellowtail sashimi, blue crab California maki, spicy tuna crunch roll, brussel sprouts, and the wagyu hot rock. For dessert, we went with the fried milk, and the jasmine cream. What I loved: The restaurant's ambience is lovely. I found the lighting perfect, and the temperature in the room was comfortable, which is a huge deal for a chronically cold person. Our server (really need to be better about taking down names) was kind, attentive, and went over the menu with us in detail. She was helpful with answering questions and offering suggestions, and was consistently refreshing our water throughout the meal, bringing new dish ware when old ones were full of sauce, and also wiped down our table before our dessert course. Huge wins in my book! Another thing I noticed and GREATLY appreciated was the entire staff chipping in and taking empty plates. If staff walked by (not even our server) and noticed an empty plate, it was gone instantly. I really appreciated their attention to detail. I thoroughly enjoyed the yellowtail sashimi. It was buttery and light with a clean finish. The wagyu hot rock was probably my favorite bite, and dipped in the sesame oil/soy combo, I could have ate at least 10 of those. The wagyu tartar was also delicious, and the chili crisp flavor really shone through, the shell it was served on was a bit stale though.  The desserts were delicious, and that jasmine cream with the cilantro granita would be heavenly poolside on a hot day. Another favorite bite was the bluecrab california maki. Holllyyyy moly that crab was good. Even with all the richness from the crab and avocado, it never felt too decadent. Really well executed.  What I didn't love: The crispy tuna rice was okay. The tuna portion of it was actually quite good and had a lovely heat to it from the jalapenos, however, the rice portion of it was stale and cold, and tasted a little old. Curious if they pre-batch a lot of these and that's what led to the crispy rice going soft? Humidity is hard to control! The spicy tuna crunch roll was just not great. It reminded me of grocery store sushi, and neither I nor my partner got any crunch or spice. The brussel sprouts were burnt to a crisp, and while I like a good charred brussel sprout, these were just bitter and the bowl was entirely the leaves and not really any actual brussel sprouts.  To end on a good note, I really enjoyed my gin and rosemary cocktail, and my partner's old fashioned was delish as well. All in all, I had a great time at Uchi and will definitely be back to try their other menu items! read more

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Uchi was delicious!!! The food is truly out of this world. Hama chill was our favorite. The crispy tuna was a close 2nd along with the toro and sake nigiri. Uchi is definitely on the higher price side was totally understand why. Amazing experience! read more

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My fiancée and I have been wanting to go check out Uchi Charlotte ever since it opened. We finally had the chance to go for my 33rd birthday dinner. As Asian food lovers, we knew we'd probably really enjoy it, but the experience we had was second to none. EATS We ordered the chef's tasting somakase (7-course) and every dish was beautifully prepared and was a sensory masterpiece. We added on the rock shrimp karaage (by recommendation) and also had a soft-shell crab roll since we are sushi lovers. Every bite was sensational. Our favorites were the sake toro (sashimi) and the zero sen roll, but don't sleep on the brussel sprouts! Best of my life (and I am not a Brussels fan). DRINKS We split a tentaka kuni 'hawk of the heavens' tokubetsu junmai saki which was earthy but neutral and great for slow sipping. I also had a very good old fashioned and capped off the night with a glass of miner family winery 'emily' (2021) cab. The restaurant is gorgeous and has very casual/elegant dining vibes. Very prompt and friendly staff made the night even more special. I was treated to complimentary "fried milk" for my birthday hand delivered by one of the chefs. Not to be outdone, the warm banana cake was the final dish of our 7 courses and was one of the best desserts I've ever had. The white coffee ice cream that accompanies it is just... chef's kiss. Thank you Uchi Charlotte for a very memorable birthday culinary experience. We can't wait to be back soon! read more

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So happy Uchi opened in Charlotte! They had me at fresh fish from Japan! The tuna sushi rolls and nigiri...FANTASTIC! Drinks were so good, get the Lychee martini, you won't regret it. Also tried the walu walu and hot rock, great choices. And lastly, that warm banana cake was FIRE. So ready to go back there already. Great new addition to the Charlotte food scene. read more

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I had the tasting menu, I also had the one in Scottsdale. I brought my wife. The service is great the food was good, not Scottsdale great but good. Ordered takeout after and not recommending it read more

For a new restaurant, they moved like a well oiled machine, from front of house, to somakase, to cocktails to the food and service. I loved they had free valet parking. The somakase was a unique experience where you curate your dining experience with your chef. I would highly recommend doing this if offered. read more

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I got an email inviting me to a collaboration with Uchi and a steakhouse coming to Charlotte. Tuesday evening, curated tasting menu etc. I am always up for a new experience so we made a reservation. I expected it to be expensive and it was. $600 for two (2 drinks and 2 glasses of wine) What I didn't expect ...the place is huge packed full and had terrible acoustics. The staff was disheveled and not very attentive. Courses came out erratically and not in the order they were listed on the menu. One course came twice. No mention of the steakhouse collaboration other than a note on the menu. Food was good, but no better than Yama Japanese or Sushi Taku. If the kitchen and the wait staff was as good as the marketing or if the check had been $200 I would feel better about the place. If you want a curated Asian tasting menu in a Zen like atmosphere pass on this place and try Sako on Selwyn, This place feels like a chain that hired their staff in the transit mall and developed their menu in an accounting office, I expected the bill to be what it was, I just expected more read more

First experience at Uchi was 10/10 but after my second experience I have to strongly advise everyone against the Happy Hour Tasting Menu, after doing the math we would have saved money just ordering everything à la carte, additionally the 'palate cleanser' which is just flavored ice is part of the tasting menu and it just felt like we were over promised and under delivered. The food was still great and the store is beautiful but I left disappointed and would recommend many other restaurants in Charlotte over Uchi: Oku has the same upscale vibe with amazing service and Yamazaru has some of the best quality sushi in Charlotte for a fraction of the price. read more

Oh boy ! This restaurant might just be my new favorite ! I was overly hyped about attending today & we were beyond impressed ! Everything from the food, drinks , ambiance , & service ! My friend stated their desserts was the best ever out of the countries /states visited ! So impressed we asked to speak to the pasty chef . I can honestly say this one lived up to all the hype I have been hearing , book now!!!! read more

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I sat at the bar with friends & loved the aesthetic of this restaurant. Felt like I had walked into Tokyo and was eating at a high end restaurant there but here in Charlotte. The food was very good and full of flavor. My favorite was the waygu hot rock...melted in your mouth. Tried the sushi rolls, Shishido peppers, and the banana bread. I will dream about that dessert!! Will be back for more & friends loved it too read more

Honestly the nigiri was a little petite compared to most high end sushi places I've been to, but overall def a 5 star experience. I'm glad for the addition of another quality restaurant here in Charlotte. read more

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It's it's been quite a while since I felt the need or desire to write a review for a restaurant. However, I had the opportunity to visit Uchi in Plaza Midwood over the weekend and it was nothing short of amazing! Uchi opened March 31. Usually in the first few weeks restaurants have a bit of a growing pain trying to figure things out, so it's not always the best experience if you visit too soon after they open. This was not the case for Uchi. Service 9.2/10 The service was very good. However, if you are seated at the sushi bar, it's a very unique ordering experience. The actual sushi chefs, who are making sushi for the entire restaurant, are also the people who are taking your order for your food. This was a little confusing because there were a long period of time where nobody said anything and you were kind of trying to figure out what was going to happen, but when the sushi chefs engaged, they were super nice and willing to answer any questions. Food When sitting at the sushi bar, there is an option to let the sushi chef choose your courses for you once you tell him what your preferences are. What I told mine was that I do not like fishy fish nor do I like roe, although I do like caviar. He picked the perfect courses for me and there was not a bad course in the bunch. Hamachi sushi roll - was good not exceptional just a standard sushi roll, but very fresh, served with soy sauce. 7.5/10 Uchi salad - The vegetables are all rolled like a hand roll with the dressing and chili crisp in the base of the bowl. It was a unique presentation for a very toothsome salad with great flavors 8/10 Hama Chili - Yellowtail, ponzu, orange, Thai chili was a PERFECTLY balanced bite!! It was light, bright and delicious. I will order this every single time I visit. 9.5/10 Karage Chicken - i've had a lot of karage chicken over the years, but this was one of the top ones. The sauce was perfectly balanced. The thighs had a great crunch on the outside, but was still juicy on the inside complimented with a tasty sauce. 8/10 Hot Rock - Thin strips of Wagyu steak that you cook, at the table, on a hot stone. It is served with whiskey maple ponzu and tamari butter. It sounds simple, but this was pure heaven! It is such a perfect balance of flavors. I definitely preferred the butter over the ponzu, but there is nothing I would change about this dish at all. It's definitely worth having again and again. 9.8/10 Fried Milk Sundae - I don't even know how to explain this dish besides saying it was a whole party in my mouth... maybe even a rave .... or a mosh pit... I don't know, but it was DELECTABLE. There are these little fried balls filled with some sort of, served with ice cream, chocolate mousse, a brownie crisp, corn flakes, and more. They tell you to try to get a little of everything in your mouth at once, which sounds ridiculous, but when you do, it is an explosion of flavors and textures, and unlike anything I've ever experienced before! hands-down one of the best desserts I've had in at least five years. - 10/10 Price - I spent a little over $100 for this meal, but I'd definitely do it again!! 9/10 I definitely recommend this restaurant with no hesitation! ***************** Constructive Feedback - the only feedback I have I also shared with the maître D. The sushi bar most of the bar is mostly glass, so guests can see the chefs working, but there are sections of wood that you cannot see through or over. Do not place a single party in front of one of the wooden panels because not only can they not see, they don't have anybody to talk to to distract them and they're back is to the dining room (so they can't even people watch). So for a better experience at least make sure single parties can see what's happening at the sushi bar while they are eating, but that is a small detail. *************************** read more

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This review is for Uchi, not Uchibā. It IS that good. Everything I had was good. You have to get the Uchi salad here. I know, a salad? Just trust me. This was the high light of the meal for me and I came in for sushi not salad, dafurk. The edamame is the best edamame I've ever had and I mean it's edamame how good could it be? They grilled theirs, which I've never had before and the grilled flavor of it was divine. The zero shen? Simple but divine. The hamachi with the ponzu and chili? It's been so played out but it's good here. The cocktails were perfect. Trendy asl but the food IS that good. Gorgeous environment and the staff was nice. read more

Uchi Charlotte - I did not take a photo of this in time but the Uchi salad is - Japanese Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Great experience at Uchi. Space felt clean open and modern but with a moody trendy vibe. Food was next level - amazingly fresh fish, sauces had a tasty twist to the usual mayo and eel sauces. Service was a bit rushed - we had to ask for ginger soy sauce wasabi etc. but it was fine and well worth it for the food. Would definitely go back (yes, it is still worth the hike from South of Charlotte)! read more

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Went here with a friend to use our AMEX Platinum Resy credit. We went with a two person Omakase meal where we gave some parameters and the chef picked the food for us. It came out to $200 total ($100 per person) and we got a very large variety of super fresh fish. It also came with two desserts that were amazing. I can't quite remember which fish was which, but they were all clearly high quality. Nothing was fishy or chewy. Smooth like butter! I'd put this in my top 2 or top 3 sushi restaurants in the whole city of Charlotte. Great stuff. read more

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5th time dining and still spectacular. Yes, very pricey but sit at the sushi bar and get to know your chef, they'll treat you right read more

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This place is like that. The food and service were amazing. And the servers were very helpful, knowledgeable about the menu and ingredients, and the experience was wonderful. read more

What a dining experience! The food here is absolutely delicious--our taste buds were dancing all night. I would give them a 4.5/5. The only downsides were that the lighting felt a little too dark, and when the servers brought out the dishes, their descriptions were either too quick or too quiet to fully catch. I just wish they had taken a little more time to make sure we understood what was being presented. Overall, still an amazing experience and definitely worth a visit! read more

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Holy crap I'm in love. Had the most incredible night at Uchi - they created an equal parts intimate and attentive atmosphere and every dish made me trust our chefs more and more. Our server Ayrabia had flawless taste, thank you for guiding us through the menu when we were overwhelmed by all the amazing options! If you're someone who wants the atmosphere and service to match the quality of the food, look no further. Highlights: shishito peppers, blue crab maki, sake toro, hama chili & Ayrabia our server! read more

Uchi Charlotte - Shishito peppers with kimchi reduction 10/10 - Japanese Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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Uchi is hands-down the only place to go for sushi in Charlotte. The quality of the fish is exceptional, the presentation is beautiful, and every dish feels thoughtfully crafted. The service is just as impressive--knowledgeable, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. Whether you're a sushi enthusiast or just looking for a great dining experience, Uchi consistently delivers at a level that's hard to match. read more

Erik was a king! 10/10 service the entire experience. We have been here 3x now and it never disappoints! read more

Uchi Charlotte - Uchi Salad - Japanese Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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