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Sliced Hamachi and Tuna - Ukiah, Asheville, NC

Ukiah

4.8
4.8
1098 Reviews
$31 to $50
Asian
Welcome to Ukiah Japanese Smokehouse, where Japanese Soul Food meets American BBQ by James Beard Nominated Michael Lewis. “Japanese Smokehouse” is defined as merging Japanese ingredients and flavors with American BBQ techniques, and everything in between.

Menu highlights include light and refreshing dishes such as Wagyu Tataki with house kimchee, yuzu kosho and savory soy or Tuna Sashimi with smoked soy + scallion, to bolder flavors such as Prime Ribeye with Shiso Chimichurri or the Duck Hot Pot, duck dumplings, smoked shoyu broth + shrooms. We are open 7 days a week, for dinner and weekend brunch!

Please note, our dining room consists of booths, regular tables and high-tops. We will try our best to accommodate you at your prefer location, but sometimes it is not possible due to party size. Our outdoor tables can be requested but not guaranteed when booking on open table.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 29 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Asian, Japanese, Barbecue

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:15 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (828) 470-7480

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Michael Lewis

  • Neighborhood

    Asheville

  • Cross street

    Biltmore Ave & Hilliard Ave

  • Parking details

    Metered and Passport App

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Firepit, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,098 people are saying

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    Innovative

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    Hot spot

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    Lively

  • Asheville

    Innovative

  • Asheville

    Good for groups

  • Asheville

    Healthy

  • Asheville

    Hot spot

  • Asheville

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  1. BobG

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Food and service were great! We got a little cold as the meal was winding down because the right side building door was open (probably to cool down the kitchen). Kind of an odd cold day yesterday in Asheville fir May 30th.Pick a central table and all will be well no matter the season.
  2. digitaldaryl

    Tampa

    25 reviews

    1.0

    25 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall1food1service2ambience3
    Friendly but SLOW service. Food is way overpriced and is small portions. Everything we ordered was small (sharable..NOT) and overly spicy. Will definitely not return. There are far better alternatives in Asheville.
  3. SandraB

    Western NC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food is outstanding! Currently our favorite restaurant for food, service, ambience. Alex was the greatest server….he was fun, informative, knowledgeable and efficient. We will go back soon!
  4. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    We did the Ginza tasting menu for two which was great! A couple of the courses were kind of simple for the price, but the overall experience was nice.Alex was also a friendly server that knows the food well
  5. JohnW

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    Music did not match environment. Our last tapas was sent to the wrong table and we then waited 20 minutes for the sweet potato that was scorched on outside and cold on inside. Waitress finally came by during the wait and said there was a mistake but DID NOT apologize.
  6. StuHelmFoodFan

    Western NC

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent as always! A family fave for brunch for sure! Esp. recommend the golden potato scallion pancake!
  7. AmyS

    Vancouver

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always delicious and one of our favorite restaurants in Asheville- which is saying something. We especially enjoy the crispy shrimp and the sweet potato. One person in our party had fun with the sake flight. We had great service and an awesome evening. We look forward to returning.
  8. DebP

    Western NC

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent and attentive service. Helpful with recommendations. Everything we ordered was perfect. Wee topped of our meal with coconut cake—so generous that the 3 of us couldn’t finish it!
  9. Chris

    Western NC

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The unique and incredibly fresh food dishes along with the awesome drink and wine selection could have easily made our visit perfect. The icing on the cake was a table right in front of a roaring fire on a cool spring night. Can't wait to make a return visit. Whether you're visiting or a local, this is a place you don't want to miss.
  10. LizzyL

    Western NC

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Delicious food! So many interesting offerings to sample and everything I have tried has been extraordinary in taste. Absolutely love the the avocado salad and ribs. My second visit with guests--they loved it. Already have my next reservation with other friends. Plus, the service was outstanding.
  11. Trent

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food is fantastic, service was outstanding, location & ambiance is superb. Highly recommend!!!
  12. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Some of the best food I’ve ever had. In my 30s and we’ll traveled.
  13. MaryB

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food was beautifully seasoned, creative and simply delicious. Our server was knowledgeable and delightful. Would go back anytime.
  14. PhilA

    Charlotte

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Tasting menu with beverage pairings were outstanding.
  15. EmilyC

    Western NC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    I was a little disappointed in the table at which we were seated considering that we had a reservation. We were right beside the front door and hostess stand. The waitress was very good. The food was excellent. It is a unique experience, one that you can’t find anywhere else in town.
  16. TammyD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We were completely amazed and delighted. I have never tasted such extraordinary cuisine. I was sincerely intoxicated by flavor.
  17. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    3 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience4
    The menu offers nice selections of medium size shareable plates Nice variety of options from bao/dumplings to noodle bowls and larger entrees Some dishes were excellent (crispy shrimp and squid) and others were a bit flat in flavor Nice atmosphere - open space with indoor and outdoor dining
  18. OpenTable Diner

    Western NC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Just a really fantastic experience. Top notch service and amazing food.
  19. Micafaerie

    Western NC

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Mother's Day brunch was phenomenal, our waiter was wonderful and even helped with my dietary restriction! Lovely time and we all enjoyed this delicious culinary experience. The sorbet and dairy free coconut ice cream was also so refreshing, the flavors were mouthwatering! Everything we tried was delicious - the bok choy is always a huge win for us!
  20. AndrewR

    Anchorage

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    First visit, not our last. Creative menu, excellent food and service.
  21. LAB2000

    Atlanta Metro

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic meal and service. Don’t leave without trying the coconut cake. Best you’ll ever taste.
  22. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a wonderful dinner here! Ordered a little bit of everything. Next time def. wanna try the pre-fix menu option to try samples of different things. Def. good idea with a big group of friends! Highlights of the night were: sea bass skewers, tuna sashimi(must), iceberg wedges. Drinks were great. Our server Chris was amazing with recommendations and explaining the menu! Decor and vibe was chill and gave us Brooklyn vibez!
  23. Mark

    Western NC

    14 reviews

    3.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience4
    I don't usually review but felt compelled to tell our experience which might better inform other diners. From the menu it appeared to be moderate price, great food. Had a large group and was talked into $85 per person sampler based on small portions. Food was unique, very good to excellent. Unfortunately, the kitchen service was unusually slow, ~20+ minutes between plates then 4 delivered in rapid succession which made for some chaos and equaled 2.5 hours to finish. I've had tapas often without long waits so it can be engineered. Maybe just a bad night in kitchen. $65 sampler would have been plenty of food for us, and shorter maybe avoiding some wait. In summary, definitely worth a try but next time we will just order select plates as a few choices in sampler were "filler". Others, such as sweet potato, were outstanding! Staff was very pleasant and eager to please.
  24. MeganV

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    All of the food was amazing, its tapas style small shared plates. We got 2 of the miso soups, the chicken appetizer, pork gyoza, rice, pork belly and wagyu kabobs which was good for the 2 of us. Drinks took a little while but were pretty good. Ambiance was nice and relaxing, overall we would go back!
  25. Cameron

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First of all, this place is beautiful. One of my favorite things about Ukiah is the wood smoke that permeates through the restaurant from the live fire outside or in the kitchen. The food blew us all away and the service was spectacular. My personal favorite aspect of this restaurant is that everything is shareable- even the ramen! It is THE spot to go in Asheville for a great dining experience and sensory bliss with the company of your friends and family. Highly recommend!
  26. AndyS

    Unspecified

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was good, bought small plates due to watching my budget. The wait staff was helpful in trying to fix my malfunctioning phone. I enjoyed the Stimulation cocktail.
  27. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Every dish was superb, you can’t go wrong! Great ambiance and service, definitely a place to take out of town guests or someone special.
  28. Ernie

    Tallahassee

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of the very best meals we’ve ever had. Outstanding food, delightful service, and on the patio on a beautiful spring evening. Truly exceptional.
  29. JoannaW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was very good, I admit. But that tasting menu I'm not sure was worth $80 per person.
  30. NoahD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Absolutely amazing tapas, the crispy pork belly bao and baby bok Choi were to die for!
  31. OpenTable Diner

    Western NC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent experience! The food, service and cocktails were both amazing! Loved it!
  32. Canadian

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing meal Everything was delicious I would recommend this restaurant
  33. Pulpminer

    Western NC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were quite happy with the drinks. Next the small plates of raw food...all were amazing. Finally the wagyu beef was cooked to perfection.
  34. RobinB

    Western NC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My new favorite place. Try the cocktails! Friendly accommodating service. Just go.
  35. mands

    Western NC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Ukiah was absolutely delicious. Jillian was our server and took amazing care of us. She had great recommendations and paced our food perfectly. The ambience was nice. The food was incredible. Our favorites were crispy squid, the bok choy, and the unagi. The drinks were wonderful. Jillian helped with drink recommendations as well. Highly recommend!
  36. Jade

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this restaurant. Service is always good and the food is fresh, tasty and delicious.
  37. JTiger

    Baltimore

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    The steak and the sea bass were excellent. The portion size of the sides seem to be smaller, especially the baby bok choy which was about 5 bites. The smoked snap peas flavor was outstanding, smoky as described but not over powering and the peas were tender yet crispy.
  38. OpenTable Diner

    Western NC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    The food was amazing as was our experience. I do feel some dishes were over salted, however that seems to the case in many restaurants, in my experience.
  39. MarthaM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Ukiah is our favorite Asheville restaurant. The food is consistently excellent and creative, and the service is superb. We live here, and it’s our go-to restaurant for a special night out. Their outside seating is lovely, as is the booth seating in the room behind the reception desk.
  40. KiaraS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    You cannot go wrong with anything on the menu it is fantastic. We will be going back!

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Contact tracing information collected

FAQs

Ukiah is rated 4.8 stars by 1098 OpenTable diners.

Ukiah does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 29 times today
Google Map for Ukiah

121 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Biltmore Ave & Hilliard Ave

  • Neighborhood

    Asheville

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:15 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Asian, Japanese, Barbecue

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Metered and Passport App

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Michael Lewis

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Firepit, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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