Below is a list of the best sushi in Raleigh. To help you find the best Sushi located near you in Raleigh, we’ve put together our own list based on this rating point list.

The best sushi in Raleigh:

The top rated Sushi in Raleigh, NC are:

• Orchid Japanese Restaurant – full-service buffet made to order
  
• Koi Grill & Sushi – 13 years of mastering sushi
• Sound Sushi – provides crisp, creative cuisine and authentic sushi made from the freshest, highest quality ingredients
• Waraji Japanese Restaurant – the best and freshest sushi available in the area
• Sushi O Bistro and Sushi Bar – enjoyed the restaurant industry more than his corporate work

Orchid Japanese Restaurant

Orchid Japanese Restaurant gives a different style of buffet, one that doesn’t have food just drying on a steam table. The food, especially the sushi, just isn’t good once it’s been out in the open for too long. They provide a full-service, made-to-order buffet, where you are presented with order sheets at each table to fill in and make your selections. Once you’ve made your choice, simply turn on the tap light at your table and one of their staff will ask the chefs to start preparing your order for you to enjoy.

Once your order is finalized and you have completed the food round, your order form will be returned to you and you can then repeat the process for as many rounds as you wish.

Products:

All you can eat, regular menu

LOCATION:

Address: 7432 Creedmoor Road, Raleigh, North Carolina 27613
Call: (919) 890-5345
Website: www.orchidjapanesebuffet.com

COMMENTS:

“I miss this place when I’m out of town. Great prawn fried rice and spring rolls, and amazing deals on sushi. – Teet G.

Koi Grill & Sushi

Koi Grill & Sushi, as a Malaysian, Jason grew up surrounded by flavors and influences from all over Asia: China, the Philippines, Thailand and Indonesia. And he learned to harness those flavors in his mother’s kitchen, helping her prepare the family meal. Now, at Koi, he brings you the best of his travels and his trade: his sensibility of a Malaysian upbringing, his knowledge of grilling on the streets of Kuala Lumpur, his education with the masters of Thai cuisine in New York and 13 years of mastering sushi.

Products:

Sushi menu

LOCATION:

Address: 126 E Millbrook Rd, Raleigh, North Carolina 27609
Call: (919) 848-4663
Website: www.koisushiraleigh.com

COMMENTS:

“We discovered Koi about 2 years ago. The food is amazing. The staff is even better. They are so friendly. Jason knows so much about sake and takes the time to educate you. My family loves coming here. This is one of the best restaurants in Raleigh. – Jonah P.

Sound Sushi

Sound Sushi is a Japanese restaurant with an energetic interior, exceptional sushi and impeccable service. Located in the Hudson Condominium building on Fayetteville Street in downtown Raleigh, Sono offers crisp, creative cuisine and authentic sushi made from the freshest, highest quality ingredients. The restaurant’s slick décor and central location draw onlookers inside while its remarkable cuisine ensures diners will return again and again. It is the dream of sushi that is embodied. At night, the restaurant glows with warmth and red as patrons relax at the bar and cocktail tables next to the wide windows overlooking the street.

In Japan, red is a promising color, symbolizing, among other things, peace and prosperity. Indicating strength as well as happiness and suggesting a full and passionate life, red imbues Sono with a sense of well-being meant to invite guests to savor and celebrate. Just as each bite of ideal sushi or each scoop of delicious ramen creates a lasting food memory, the restaurant’s conducive atmosphere stays with diners long after their meal.

Products:

Sushi combinations

LOCATION:

Address: 319 Fayetteville Street #101, Raleigh, NC 27601
Call: (919) 521-5328
Website: www.sonoraleigh.com

COMMENTS:

“Incredible and fast service. The server was there to take our orders, refill our drinks, and clean up dirty dishes. The sushi was great. My favorite roll was the Grand Piano. I loved that it was real crab and you could definitely taste the difference. The fish was really fresh. I will definitely go back! All the rolls were amazing though. -Victoria B.

Waraji Japanese Restaurant

Waraji Japanese Restaurant is considered by many Triangle residents to have the best and freshest sushi available in the area. Located in northwest Raleigh NC off Glenwood Ave at the intersection of Duraleigh Rd and Pleasant Valley Rd, Waraji features a comprehensive selection of sushi, sashimi and authentic Japanese cuisine. Also, they can feature the largest selection of sake in the Carolinas. Today, in the summer of 2021, Masa is retiring and leaving his Waraji legacy to be owned and operated by Reuben who will continue to share Masa’s passion for superior food and exceptional customer service.

Products:

Sushi and sashimi, and more

LOCATION:

Address: 5910-147 Duraleigh Rd, Raleigh, NC 27612
Call: (919) 783-1883
Website: www.warajjapaneserestaurant.com

COMMENTS:

“I have been to Waraji several times and have never been disappointed. My go-to is “sushi for two” and it’s the perfect amount to keep you feeling satisfied. You can tell their fish selections are great and super fresh, and the miso is some of the best in Raleigh. I went last night and it was by far the best quality fish I have had from them. I will always recommend Waraji.” – Emily H.

Sushi O Bistro and Sushi Bar

Sushi O Bistro and Sushi Bar, John started working in Asian restaurants when he was in high school and persisted in working for them throughout his high school and college career. With his Bachelor of Commerce from NCSU, he held several general jobs but never left the restaurant industry. In 1997 he met his wife Amy at his family’s restaurant and they married in 2000. A year later John realized he enjoyed the restaurant industry more than his corporate job. and decided to open her first restaurant in 2002, with the help of Amy and her family.

Since 2002, John has continued to open restaurants and sold many of his businesses. In 2010, John and Amy decided to partner up and open Sushi O. Amy’s experience in restaurants allowed her to help run Sushi O.

Products:

Sushi menus

LOCATION:

Address: 222 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh, NC 27603
Call: (919) 838-8868
Website: www.sushioraleighnc.com

COMMENTS:

“I loved the food and the service. It was located in a nice area with good parking spaces. I will definitely recommend.” – Philippa A.

Ermily worked as a journalist for nearly a decade after contributing to several major online publications. As a business expert, Ermily reviews local and national businesses.