Yuji Modern Japanese

We stopped in for lunch and were seriously impressed. From the moment we walked in, the vibe was great. It felt relaxed, welcoming, and perfect for a casual outing or a special night. Savannah was our server and she was incredible. She was super friendly, attentive, and really knew the menu. She gave us some amazing recommendations that did not disappoint. The food was delicious. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The atmosphere was just as good. It was stylish without being over the top, and the location is perfect if you want to grab a bite and then take a walk on the Beltline. This place is perfect for ladies night, date night, or a casual meal with friends. I would absolutely recommend it and definitely plan to come back.

Love Yuji so much. We came here for my birthday dinner. Jordan was an amazing server—friendly, attentive, and super knowledgeable about the menu. Our drinks stayed full, the pacing was perfect, and every recommendation was phenomenal.

This is a quaint spot located on the busy Atlanta Beltline. Good sushi with a decent variety. Try some of the delicious specialty rolls. The staff are attentive and knowledgeable. Food is a pricey but not outrageous. Nice ambiance but if you are full figured be careful navigating your way to the back bar and restrooms. They have some very beautiful and creative wine bottle displays but I couldn't help but feel nervous passing them as I was getting too close for comfort. Hopefully they are secured on the display but I don't want to be the one to find out. The establishment is very clean. There's an outside shaded patio area for dining as well. While I do have other favorite sushi spots in Atlanta, I'd still return and recommend Yuji!

Absolutely sublime. An exceptional gastronomic journey that defies description. The culinary offerings showcased impeccable quality and artistry, elevating our dining experience to new heights. The ambiance exuded warmth and sophistication, with thoughtfully curated decor that was both visually stunning and refined. Staff were attentive, knowledgeable, and service seamlessly executed. The cocktail craftsmanship was truly an art form, each libation a masterful blend. Our party reveled in exquisitely prepared dishes: delicate sea bass, tender cod, pristine yellowtail, crispy calamari, and decadently creamy ube cheesecake.

The most amazing experience we have had since moving to the Atlanta area! Food was amazing! Decor and atmosphere outstanding! And the service was phenomenal! Shout out to Charlie, James and Jess! This is our new date night spot! And the outdoor bar was nothing short of fantastic!

We had the best experience here. The sushi, grilled shishito peppers, miso soup, and ube cheesecake were all delicious. The space was beautiful, and the our server Jordan was so sweet and lovely. The hosts and other workers were also very kind and attentive. Can’t wait to come back many more times <3

Yuji is tastefully decorated with a bohemian twist on Japanese decor. The ambiance is great with an outdoor area as well. The sushi is good but not the best in Atlanta. I enjoyed the Yuji roll but the crispy rice spicy tuna was very meh. The rice was mushy in the middle and just tasted bland. The yellowtail appetizer was cut thick but the flavor could’ve used something a bit more. They had an apple fritter dessert but I didn’t really like that either. It was very sugary and not a nuanced dessert. In addition, the food came out very fast but the service was a bit slow. (I can understand as the restaurant was busy). All in all a great experience with excellent ambiance.

Our waiter, James, was absolutely fabulous! It was our first time at Yuji, so he provided us with wonderful recommendations and guided us through the menu. Very helpful and kind! He made the experience so worth it! We got the Otoro Spoons, Fresh Yellowtail, Lobster & Salmon Roll, and the Crispy Spicy Tuna Roll. We also got the Tuna Tasting and the Salmon Tasting. Everything was delicious. Yuji has the best tuna. Highly recommend the Otoro Spoons! Looking forward to our next visit.

The bad reviews made me hesitant, but the host was very welcoming, and my experience was much better than expected. Just note that if you sit at the outside bar, you'll need a separate tab to use the Yuji's outdoor restroom, as indoor access is limited to max occupancy. The baked lobster was fulfilling.

We found street parking. There's a parking garage attached, but not sure if they validate parking. We had a reservation and were seated immediately upon our arrival. Our server was great, she had amazing recommendations. We did wait a little bit for our drinks but it was worth it! The Yuzu Ginger Smash had quite a unique taste to it, it grew on me the more sips that I took. I LOVED the Old Ward, it was very strong, but just amazing quality. I truly enjoyed every single bite. The appetizers were awesome. I loved the tempura breading, and the sauces were divine. The shishito peppers were SO GOOD. My Boyfriend said--don't go here if you're hungry, go if you want to be dazzled and delighted (lol). He said that the quality of the fish is extraordinary for Atlanta. He also said that the service is some of the best he has had in Atlanta, and I agree:) This was a really nice date night spot, with a great atmosphere.

Obsessed with Yuji, Alex Kinjo's newest sushi spot on the Atlanta Beltline. The nigiri is clean, fresh, and balanced with perfectly seasoned rice. The Sakura Spritz completely stole the show. Made with Hana sake and poured over blue tea ice cubes that slowly melt into the most gorgeous soft lavender hue. One of those drinks you order because it's pretty and end up loving because it actually tastes incredible

Been seeing the buzz about this place. It happened that we are celebrating a friend's birthday here and was really looking forward to it. The space is modern and beautiful, right on the beltline. They have both indoor and outdoor seating. Since it was group of us (12 total), we were seated inside. Forgot our server's name but she was fine. She took our drink orders but not sure what order of direction she was going but she skipped me at first and I was sitting in the middle. I thought she purposely avoided me until I just stared at her to take my order. I ordered the Sakura spritz and it was super refreshing on a hot day. Thought the blue pea flower tea ice cubes was really clever! We then placed our food order, and undeniably, food here is good. Is it the best sushi in ATL? Nope but it was really good and fresh. I ordered the calamari kaarage (perfectly fried but they used panko and it was too heavy - couldn't eat more than 2 pieces), uni hand roll (whopping $32 just because it's uni. It was delicious though and you get quite a decent amount) and the negitoro maki (served with 6 pieces, it was okay and nothing memorable about it. Unfortunately, this place only gets 3 stars for me because of their service. It was a real bummer since the birthday girl got her sushi roll last. It wasn't a special roll either - quite literally 2 other people had ordered it but for some reason she didn't get hers at the same time as everyone else did. They did offer a free birthday dessert. In addition, it was warm in that restaurant. I was told their AC was broken so it was warm. I would not recommend this restaurant for big groups, definitely more of a date night kind of place.

Offering a really fun outdoor bar, Yuji gives big weekend energy with good vibes and drinks near Krog. We stopped in for a tart and tangy lychee martini and enjoyed the natural and vibey ambiance. A good option for a quick drink in the neighborhood.

Everything was super yummy except for the green cocktail which we sent back because it had a weird aftertaste. I swapped it for the rose, which was much better. The vibe was clean and modern, very cute spot on the beltline. Standouts: lobster and salmon roll, the lemongrass chicken gyoza, calamari and snow crab kaarage ... super unique flavors that I haven't experienced before.

Sunday afternoon chill day date and what a perfect spot to be. Location is right in the belt line by Krog Market. Next to Brash coffee with an amazing out door bar where you can enjoy the weather sheltered. We went around 3pm and the main restaurant doesn't open until 5pm however the out door bar is open all day with a small menu of fried dumplings, hamburger, edamame etc.... We had those 3 items to share and it was delicious the pre-made cocktails are delicious and on tap and they are good! Definately will go back and sit in the main dining area

I had a really great time here, the nigiri and sashimi is good. I tried this place out because it was MF sushi's sister and I love mf sushi!!! Their fish quality is really good, I like the way they age the fish. I love the otoro and salmon belly here. They do sell similar food items like the crab miso soup which was delicate and sweet, but what I really enjoyed was the Tokyo roll and the nigiri sashimi's. For the otoro it has a garlic crisp on top which was so yummy! And the salmon belly sashimi, they seared it perfectly! I also got the yuzu ginger drink (the one with the pandas aftertaste) and I enjoyed it. One thing that I was a little off about was that I ordered chutoro and otoro nigiri but I feel like I received the toro and chutoro nigiri instead. It's okay though! The service was really good and the ambiance was so modern and cute. The environment is great for girl's night or a date! I will be coming back!!

The vibe and decor is really pretty and comfortable. The service was very good, the manager even came over to chat about what we liked and what could be improved. She comped our dessert because she needed our table for the next reservation. The seafood bisque was amazing, but might come off the menu until the weather gets cold again. The miso black cod was delicious and the lobster salmon roll was amazing. The maki rolls were a really good price, though I do think most of the specialty rolls sounded pretty basic for the price. The ube cheesecake was good (and I don't even like cheesecake). The cocktails were solid as well. It was a little loud but we had a lot of fun.

Visited during soft opening for Valentine's Day. Service could've been better but I think staff were just getting a rhythm as expected. Beautiful space for date night. The food was underwhelming, the sushi did not wow me. It was a bit basic for the price. Probably great for the bar scene and a roll or so.

The food was amazing. I got the seafood bisque which had lumps of crab and caviar in it. We also got the miso soup, sake toro nigiri, Kyoto roll and the crispy spicy tuna box. Everything was really good. My husband didn't like how crispy the rice was on the box roll but the flavors were there

The food here is pricey, but worth the experience. Everything was perfectly delicious. We ordered the crispy spicy tuna roll and the Kyoto roll. They were both amazing. The texture was perfect, presentation was beautiful and I love that they provide high quality sparkling water as well. The waiter was a bit stuck up but he did make sure our orders were put in. The overall ambiance was beautiful and I'll definitely be returning.

First time here and it was AMAZING. Food was 10/10 but our server Jordan made the experience amazing. Some of the best service I've had in a while!!! They were so extremely sweet and attentive to us. Will definitely be coming back!!!

The food lived up to my expectations as did the ambience. Me and my friend absolutely loved the bar area and the waiters were very friendly and attentive. I was a bit disappointed though because my food took ~35 minutes after my friend's order to come because they forgot about it...

The best Japanese we've had since visiting Japan! Mouthwatering, inventive dishes that I will continue to think about for a long time.

Took my girlfriend here for a date night, and we were both blown away. From the moment we walked in, the service was warm and welcoming. What really stood out to me was the attention to detail and the passion behind everything they serve. This restaurant isn't just about food--it's about the entire dining experience. Atmosphere: Elegant and beautifully designed. Very aesthetic. 10/10 Food: Absolutely top-tier. You can taste the quality and the care in the foods. Plating is gorgeous and flavors are well-balanced. 10/10 Service: Friendly and attentive. While things moved a little slow at times, it's understandable given how busy it was--and they still managed to serve everyone smoothly. 9/10 Cocktails: Looks great and tasted amazing. 9/10 I can't wait to come back, very high-quality experience!

The restaurant manager is rude and racist to me. I do NOT recommend at all. I have never had any experience like this to me. The bartenders are lovely but they need to fire that hostess.

Had an amazing date night at this new creation from chef Alex Kinjo. Walking into this location makes you feel transported to a different place. We did not have reservations so we were seated at the bar. I would highly recommend making a reservation for the best seating options. We were offered our choice of sparkling or still water, although the choice was not a normal bottle water service that I was use to. It was their own bottle water from their Vero filtration system. It was really good. Our bartender Jess took great care of us while still accommodating the drinks being made for the restaurant. She gave us the specials and we started with the Otoro fatty tuna spoon special finished is truffles and caviar. Each bite melted in the mouth. We also had the seafood bisque which was one of my favorites that I have had. Served with fresh toasted bread and fished also with roe. Unfortunately this will be transitioning off the menu so get it while you can. We then ordered surf and turf roll which was very decadent. A wagu beef topped the roll with snow crab and cucumber on the inside. We also ordered the miso black cod. This took some time to prepare, but when it came out it was brought with a cucumber palate cleanser. It was delicious. A great experience overall and I look forward to returning to try some of the eclectic drinks on their menu. The Smoking Jacket will be the first that I try. What drink did you try?

We LOVED this place. Interior is stunning, we sat at the bar and ordered dinner and drinks. Bartender was funny and cool! Get the yuzu ginger smash - it was one of the best drinks I've ever had! Miso hummus is DELICIOUS, gyoza delicious, surf and turf roll was spicy and we didn't love the flavor, shrimp and eel roll DELICIOUS. Friend ordered the wagyu burger and loved it. OMG AND THE FRIES. Get the truffle fries. Holy cow they are amazing. For dessert, we ordered the olive oil cake and the ube cheesecake. They were out of the cheesecake so they brought us 2 additional desserts for free! Super nice of them. The tamago yaki ended up being the star!!! Overall 10000/10 I will definitely be back. Great place to impress out of towners and amazing location on the beltline right by Krog.

Great place to eat and relax on the beltline. cocktails are superb and service is very attentive. Love the vibe here!

This is my new favorite place for the summer. The menu is a flawless crossing of so many cuisines. Cocktails were delicious. We opted to sit at the bar and it was so cute. The service was amazing. Tom gave us all kinds of recommendations. I can't wait for their outdoor bar to open so I can live there this summer.

Incredible experience all around from start to finish, beautiful decor and the food is amazing. MF has been a favorite of mine for years.. although the portions of the fish (at MF)have gotten a bit smaller over the years, this place is owned by same person and has the same quality of deliciousness. Tom the bartender was very knowledgeable and experienced in his craft...funny too! I will definitely be back! very exciting to have this new place in Atlanta. I look forward to going back again very soon

Pricey, but QUALITY. Service is great (place is relatively small so they don't overextend). Sushi is fresh and delicious, cocktails are ON POINT (Desert Rose is one of the best cocktails in Atlanta). If you're a cheesecake fan, the ube cheesecake will change your life: Not too sweet, perfect balance of sweetness/lightness/creaminess, and the sesame-esque light dusting for crunch is perfection. Definitely a splurge. If you're someone that orders California rolls at sushi restaurants I'd skip this place (no judgement), but if you're someone that enjoys a solid Japanese-inspired meal experience, highly recommend.

Went to the sushi walk up window.....Way over priced for the time it took, the quality and especially the taste. We were certainly disappointed, at $18 a roll and $55 later for 2 rolls and 2 non alcoholic sodas. I expect a good sushi roll at least. I'd honestly recommend walking to Kroger for their sushi rolls and sitting in their patio instead, taste is much better and way better pricing. overall there are better spots in the area for sushi

Great service, the environment is fantastic. A bit overpriced and the service was a little slow, otherwise a great experience-

We've been SO excited for Yuji to open and it did not disappoint! The best sushi we've had since visiting Japan, and the service is exceptional! We are LIVING for the new outdoor bar and will definitely be regulars - Nick is the BEST, he made us feel so welcome - we had so much fun chatting with him that we came back the next day! Major props to Nick, Jen and the team for an amazing experience and delicious drinks - we'll be back very soon!

10/10 amazing experience. Food was delicious and the atmosphere was so great. The service was amazing, our server (James I believe?) was so charismatic, he even ended up giving us a complementary cheese cake and sake!!

Walked in and was told we'd have a 30 minute wait, came back 50 minutes later to be told we'd need to wait another hour, seems to really not be ready to accommodate anyone who doesn't call ahead to make reservations

We went during their soft opening the day before Valentine's Day and it was magnificent. Every thing that came out was amazing. We got 2 orders of nigiri, 3 rolls and one appetizer as well as 2 mocktails and paid around +- 200. It was such a good experience and the food was wonderful! Can't wait to see their full menu

Nick at the outside bar killed it! Great guy. Amazing ambiance and overall good vibes.

I got a reservation for a dining table but they tried sitting me at a bar top with an uncomfortable stool. I made them honor the table I reserved but only could use it for 1.5 hours. Whatever, red flag on service. So we sat and ordered a bottle of wine and 5 items. It took around 40 minutes to receive our first item. The sushi was ok, way overpriced for the portions. I've had so much better sushi in Atlanta. It's a great location but they had a really loud DJ blasting music on the patio and it wasn't good music. It has potential but they need more sushi cooks or something because it's a large spot and they can't keep up with their orders. It's like they were more worried about getting us in and out in hour and a half but couldn't deliver on getting our food in a timely manner. Last time I'm going there.

Slow service as outdoor bar. Nice staff, but too busy and too frazzled. Food was mid.

My husband and I went on their 3 week of opening. Love the atmosphere, and our server was very attentive. The food was amazing we loved every dish we ordered. Must try the hummus, and uni. We will be returning sometime soon.

Nick at the outside bar made the experience absolutely amazing! The cocktails on draft were all spectacular Will definitely be back!

Everything -food, drinks, atmosphere , service- was outstanding! What stood out the most were the bartenders, Courtney & Jessica. They were friendly, attentive, personable, knowledgeable, & made delicious drinks. I'm not one to post many reviews but the personality & skills of Courtney & Jessica compelled me to do so. Very well done!

Came on a night of a soft opening so take this with a grain of salt. They weren't stocked up fully on the liquor side, which wasn't too bad. I ended up getting a lobster roll, which was underwhelming and overpriced. I could tell it was lobster, but just wasn't hitting for the price. Over the vibe and atmosphere is VERY dope. Next time I'll get a more traditional roll, but definitely a good date night spot. I'll be back for sure when they're at full strength