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Sliced Hamachi and Tuna - Ukiah, Asheville, NC

Ukiah

4.9
4.9
1762 Reviews
$31 to $50
Asian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 25 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • Great for creative cocktails
Welcome to Ukiah Japanese Smokehouse, where Japanese Soul Food meets American BBQ by James Beard Nominated Chef 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 Takaki with fire roasted peppers + ponzu, to bolder flavors such as Smoked Pastrami Short Rib with toasted rye, fire roasted kimchi + yuzu pickles. We are currently open 7 days a week.

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.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Asian, Japanese, Barbecue
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (828) 470-7480
  • Website
    http://ukiahrestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Michael Lewis
  • Private party facilities
    Our North Dining Room or outdoor Terrace, are the perfect spaces to host your larger groups. From 10-36, we can create the perfect experience, from chefs tasting menus, beverage pairing, personalized menus and more. Just visit our website for more information. https://ukiahrestaurant.com/group-booking/
  • Location
    121 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801
  • Neighborhood
    Asheville
  • Cross street
    Biltmore Ave & Hilliard Ave
  • Parking details
    Metered and Passport App
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Firepit, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • February Restaurant Week!

    $38.00 per person

    Feb 17, 2025 - Feb 23, 2025
    This year, we all deserve double the fun, so Asheville Restaurant Week returns for TWO weeks, January 21-27 & February 17-23! Chef Michael Lewis & Ian O’Shaughnessy have created a special tasting menu for $38.00pp. Salmon Sashimi, wasabi soy broth + scallions Veggie Gyoza, truffle ponzu Crispy Rock Shrimp chili butter + gorgonzola Iceberg Wedge, sesame dressing, nashi pear + nori Smoked Carolina Pork Shoulder + kyoto-carolina BBQ Seasonal Veggies Chefs Dessert Please note, all the following dishes will be served family style, to the center of the table, perfectly portioned for your group to share. Dishes may not come out in the following order. Please note, the full table must order the menu and no substitutions may be made.
    February Restaurant Week! Photo

  • Valentines Weekend Tasting Menu at UKIAH

    $95.00 per person

    Feb 14, 2025 - Feb 16, 2025
    Due to this year’s Valentine’s Day falling on a Friday, the team at Ukiah didn’t want you to fret about snagging your table to celebrate your special one. The team will be running their “lover’s specials’ all weekend long. Chef Michael Lewis and Ian O’Shaughnessy have created a special tasting menu offered Friday through Sunday to share at the table, perfect for your group. The menu will feature dishes such as Salmon Crispy Rice and Smoked Trout Roe, Watercress Salad with Roasted Beets, Miso Mustard and Nori and Skirt Steak with Crispy Onions and Buttery Truffle. Don’t want to commit to the full tasting experience, don’t worry! We will be offering the full a la carte menu, as well as seats at the bar for those last-minute guests.
    Valentines Weekend Tasting Menu at UKIAH Photo

Menu

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What 1,762 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    Best Food

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    Best Service

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    Innovative

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    Healthy

  • Asheville / Western North Carolina

    Lively

  • Asheville

    Best Overall

  • Asheville

    Best Food

  • Asheville

    Best Service

  • Asheville

    Best Ambiance

  • Asheville

    Innovative

  • Asheville

    Healthy

  • Asheville

    Hot spot

  • Asheville

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Asheville

    Good for special occasions

  • Asheville

    Lively

  • Asheville

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ukiah Japanese Smokehouse offers an exceptional dining experience with its innovative fusion of Japanese and smokehouse flavors. Guests rave about the "exceptional service" and "creative, delicious food," highlighting favorites like the "crispy rice with salmon," "brisket," and "Japanese sweet potato." The cozy atmosphere and "attentive staff" make every visit memorable. Perfect for special occasions or a delightful culinary adventure, Ukiah consistently impresses with its "top-notch service" and "spectacular flavors."

1,762 Reviews

  1. Ernie

    Jacksonville

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Over all great. Tuna was awesome but the smoked bok choy was way too smoky.

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  2. John

    Charleston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food selection and flavors were excellent and Christopher is one of the best servers I’ve ever had the pleasure to work with. His knowledge, timing, manners and attention to detail was superb!

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  3. Deborah

    Western NC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a great meal! Comfortable seating, attentive waitstaff, inventive drinks and creative plates!

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  4. Janine

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food. Wonderful staff and amazing service! We’ll be back.

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  5. Mike

    Western NC

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic different food. Worth the price. Tempura mushrooms, and coconut cake, not to be missed. Service off a bit from impeccable but still good. Parking can be a problem. All is worth it for the food, drinks and experience.

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  6. Joanna

    VIP

    Western NC

    31 reviews

    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I really love Ukiah. I’m going back next week to celebrate my birthday. They had a fabulous test drink with local gin and my favorites- the beech mushroom and ribs! Do yourself a favor and check it out!!!

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  7. Domonique

    Western NC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was outstanding and our server was amazing! We will definitely be back!

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  8. Katie

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter was kind and attentive, the food was delicious and timed well.

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  9. Rachelle

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    delicious unique dishes, and excellent service. Highly recommend! Definitely hope to return.

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  10. Jef

    Atlanta

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 3, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    It was our pleasure to assist them during their recovery, although the experience wasn't quite as positive as it once was. Their beverages and sauces, however, were truly exceptional. The waitstaff could benefit from improved friendliness and attentiveness. We enjoyed the Ukiah Oldie and Mochigome. The Old Fashioned was beautifully presented, and the Mochigome was delicious, though the second serving showed some inconsistency. We sampled the shishito peppers with carrot ginger ponzu sauce, pork tonkotsu, crispy pork Thai basil, and salmon sashimi. The crispy pork was particularly noteworthy, while the other dishes were quite satisfactory.

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FAQs

Ukiah offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (828) 470-7480.

Ukiah is rated 4.9 stars by 1762 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 25 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Ukiah

121 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Biltmore Ave & Hilliard Ave
  • Neighborhood
    Asheville
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • 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, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Firepit, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://ukiahrestaurant.com/
  • Phone number
    (828) 470-7480
  • Private party facilities
    Our North Dining Room or outdoor Terrace, are the perfect spaces to host your larger groups. From 10-36, we can create the perfect experience, from chefs tasting menus, beverage pairing, personalized menus and more. Just visit our website for more information. https://ukiahrestaurant.com/group-booking/
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