I had an amazing experience at Ajisai Japanese Restaurant in Raleigh! The food was fresh, beautifully prepared, and absolutely delicious. But what made the night extra special was our server, Michelle.
She’s truly the best server — super friendly, attentive, and made us feel so welcome. Her warm personality and great recommendations made our dinner even better.
If you visit Ajisai, definitely ask for Michelle. She’ll take great care of you! 🍣✨
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Veronica Brooks-Uy
Ordered a pickup order but my salmon was missing. I called to let them know but the person I spoke with kept saying I didn't order salmon even though my receipt clearly shows I did. First she was saying I should have 4 boxes and the salmon would be with the shrimp tempura and sweet potato. It was not. Then she said I didn't order any. No credit or reimbursement was given.
The food i did receive was fine. I wouldn't come back.
Food: 3
Service: 1
Gail Wiesner
Very friendly staff.
Diana Ternova
The male waiter with glasses was extremely unpleasant and rude. It left a very bad impression — the service overall was terrible. I honestly don’t want to come back here just because I might have to deal with that waiter again. You really should teach your staff how to speak to people instead of rolling their eyes and acting annoyed. If he dislikes his job that much, maybe he should consider finding something else.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
William Newman
Always great food. Served promptly. Wonderful staff
Katherine
We used to drive an hour to come eat here because it was one of the best sushi places around. Our last 2 dining experiences were not anything close to what they used to be. Something has changed. The sushi came out with room temperature fish. It has been hot inside the restaurant, which makes eating room temperature fish not appealing. I shouldn’t have to swat gnats and flies from my food while eating inside. Super upset that this has been the experience the past 2 times because we used to love this place so much and raved about it.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 2
Khrystina Perry
Had the XO Steak and the meat (ordered medium) was perfectly cooked and so tender and flavorful. The sauce made the vegetables taste amazing, would definitely come back for more.
Ruthann Cage
Food presentation and taste were impeccable.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cliff Harris
Best sushi i've had in raleigh in some time. Excellent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Joe (MrSchnydes)
Have to say that this wasn't in our top sushi places we've been to in recent memory. To start, the calamari app was good and the pancake was tasty but quite oily. The sashimi was TINY. The smallest sashimi portions I've personally ever seen, even smaller than publix or harris tetter. Service was nice but unattentive and never asked us if we wanted additional beverages. Prices were a bit above average especially for this type of meal. Not sure this place hit home for us.
Good was top quality as always. Small disappointment in that we wanted to order more of the butter squid and they had run out.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jessica Moran
I've been a regular customer for over a year now because the sushi is consistently delicious, but my order tonight was off the charts divine!! Whether it's a new addition to sushi chefs or just this time of year freshness of the seafood... I'm blow away!!
Food: 5
Jennifer Avery
Fresh sushi with great presentation. Loved it!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Maria Lombardi
Amazing sushi!! Great atmosphere and food. I have a severe Tree Nut allergy and my waiter Ben took great care of me. The staff is very kind!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Justin Cousins-Lee
Picked up a few simple rolls and was not disappointed. Sometimes you just want some good simple sushi that’s done well and not all that fancy stuff.
I had an amazing experience at Ajisai Japanese Restaurant in Raleigh! The food was fresh, beautifully prepared, and absolutely delicious. But what made the night extra special was our server, Michelle.
She’s truly the best server — super friendly, attentive, and made us feel so welcome. Her warm personality and great recommendations made our dinner even better.
If you visit Ajisai, definitely ask for Michelle. She’ll take great care of you! 🍣✨
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ordered a pickup order but my salmon was missing. I called to let them know but the person I spoke with kept saying I didn't order salmon even though my receipt clearly shows I did. First she was saying I should have 4 boxes and the salmon would be with the shrimp tempura and sweet potato. It was not. Then she said I didn't order any. No credit or reimbursement was given.
The food i did receive was fine. I wouldn't come back.
Food: 3
Service: 1
Very friendly staff.
The male waiter with glasses was extremely unpleasant and rude. It left a very bad impression — the service overall was terrible. I honestly don’t want to come back here just because I might have to deal with that waiter again. You really should teach your staff how to speak to people instead of rolling their eyes and acting annoyed. If he dislikes his job that much, maybe he should consider finding something else.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Always great food. Served promptly. Wonderful staff
We used to drive an hour to come eat here because it was one of the best sushi places around. Our last 2 dining experiences were not anything close to what they used to be. Something has changed. The sushi came out with room temperature fish. It has been hot inside the restaurant, which makes eating room temperature fish not appealing. I shouldn’t have to swat gnats and flies from my food while eating inside. Super upset that this has been the experience the past 2 times because we used to love this place so much and raved about it.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 2
Had the XO Steak and the meat (ordered medium) was perfectly cooked and so tender and flavorful. The sauce made the vegetables taste amazing, would definitely come back for more.
Food presentation and taste were impeccable.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best sushi i've had in raleigh in some time. Excellent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Have to say that this wasn't in our top sushi places we've been to in recent memory. To start, the calamari app was good and the pancake was tasty but quite oily. The sashimi was TINY. The smallest sashimi portions I've personally ever seen, even smaller than publix or harris tetter. Service was nice but unattentive and never asked us if we wanted additional beverages. Prices were a bit above average especially for this type of meal. Not sure this place hit home for us.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 2
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Good was top quality as always. Small disappointment in that we wanted to order more of the butter squid and they had run out.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I've been a regular customer for over a year now because the sushi is consistently delicious, but my order tonight was off the charts divine!! Whether it's a new addition to sushi chefs or just this time of year freshness of the seafood... I'm blow away!!
Food: 5
Fresh sushi with great presentation. Loved it!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amazing sushi!! Great atmosphere and food. I have a severe Tree Nut allergy and my waiter Ben took great care of me. The staff is very kind!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Picked up a few simple rolls and was not disappointed. Sometimes you just want some good simple sushi that’s done well and not all that fancy stuff.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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