Yamazaru

About

Sushi Bars, Ramen, Izakaya

Price Range : $11-30 ($$)

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    Yelp rating
    4.5 stars

Location

Adress: 2173 Hawkins St Ste A, Charlotte, NC 28203

Phone: (980) 201-9134

Work Hours

Mon
Tue 5:00 pm-11:00 pm
Wed 5:00 pm-11:00 pm
Thu 5:00 pm-11:00 pm
Fri 5:00 pm-11:00 pm
Sat 5:00 pm-11:00 pm
Sun

Business info

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    Health Score
    96.5 out of 100
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    Happy Hour Specials
    Yes
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    Vegan Options
    Yes
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    Takes Reservations
    No
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    Delivery
    No
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    Take-out
    Yes
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    Accepts Credit Cards
    Yes
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    Good For
    Dinner
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    Parking
    Private Lot
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    Bike Parking
    No
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    Wheelchair Accessible
    Yes
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    Good for Kids
    No
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    Good for Groups
    Yes
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    Attire
    Casual
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    Ambience
    Casual, Trendy, Classy
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    Noise Level
    Average
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    Alcohol
    Full Bar
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    Outdoor Seating
    Yes
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    Wi-Fi
    No
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    Has TV
    Yes
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    Dogs Allowed
    No
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    Waiter Service
    Yes
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    Caters
    No

Reviews

  • Jay P.

    star star star star star 2 October 2026

    I now have now visited most of sushi restaurants in Charlotte, Yamazaru is hands down the best. Yamazaru offers well priced sushi and I have enjoyed almost every roll I've tried so far.

    The location is medium sized and has gotten huge popular. I would expect a short wait during popular dinner hours.

  • Tim S.

    star star star star star 29 September 2026

    Our go to sushi spot. Only down side, I think the rest of Charlotte knows about it too. Always busy....if really busy, I would recommend sitting at the bar for some really good handcrafted cocktails.

    Can't go wrong with any of the sushi rolls.

  • Carolyn L.

    star star star star star_border 24 September 2026

    This place is a step up from Ru San.. and I know they're sisters.. customer service was soo bad at ru San that I haven't been back since.

    Yama is the total opposite. Great customer service. Nice ambiance. But like Ru San. It's hard to hold a convo since the place is small and it can get loud in there..

    I ordered 2 types of sushi which I like a lot.. However, I also order the Yaki Soba. Which I didn't like it at all. I didn't say anything because it's no point.

    I enjoyed my cold sake and finish my night with a full satisfied belly

  • Kevin C.

    star star star star star 19 September 2026

    Everything we ordered here was delicious, that's all you need to know.  And we ordered quite a variety starting off with the tuna tartar and grilled octopus balls, with main entrees katsu don, chirashi, and a sushi and nigiri combo.  The fish was fresh, portions were quite large, and taste was authentic.  The place also has plenty of seating both inside and outside, so you likely won't have to wait.  I'd definitely recommend this to anyone looking for great Japanese food.

  • Eric G.

    star star star star star 17 September 2026

    It's easy to see why trendy Yamazaru is such a hit among the Queen City's food-erati. The sushi and Asian-fusion menu is en pointe, the service is excellent, the location is strategic, and the energy is great. Oh -- and the sushi chefs are hunky and cute! Just make sure you heed the signs and move your car before midnight so you don't get towed! Our tempura bowls were bursting with flavor and the crab rangoon delightful. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED for tasty food and crowd-watching in Southend Charlotte.

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