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Izakaya Lounge - Waraji Japanese Restaurant, Raleigh, NC

Waraji Japanese Restaurant

4.6
4.6
329 Reviews
$31 to $50
Sushi

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2 people
19:00
Booked 28 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Healthy
  • Neighbourhood gem
Established in 1997 Waraji has been offering an extensive selection of sushi, sashimi & authentic Japanese cuisine. We also feature a unique selection of Japanese microbrewery rice-based beers. Our sushi menu includes the highest quality sushi and sashimi and a wide variety of specialty house rolls (Scary Jerry, The Waraji, Hinata, and The Sweet Dragon just to name a few) Our authentic kitchen offers a full menu of tempura, teriyaki grilled items, nabeyaki udon, shabu shabu hotpot, A5 wagyu, ishiyaki. Chef Masa, with over 30 years of sushi experience, invites you to join him and his staff for a true taste of Japan.

Waraji recently renovated and added an Izakaya Bar/Lounge carrying the largest Sake and Japanese Whiskey selection in the Carolinas, along with many beers on Tap including Japanese Beers like Kyoto Bakushu Matcha (Green) IPA only served exclusively here at Waraji. Also, we carry Japanese Beers in Bottles and Cans like Orion, Sapporo, Kirin, Asahi, and Echigo Koshihikari

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Sushi, Japanese, Asian
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Sat 11:30 am–3:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (919) 783-1883
  • Website
    https://www.warajijapaneserestaurant.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Masatoshi Tsujimura
  • Catering
    Catering available on Large Trays or Wooden Boats. Onsite Catering with Private Chef Availabale
  • Private party facilities
    Large area for Private Events from 20-100

Menu

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What 329 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Raleigh

    Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Waraji Japanese Restaurant offers an exceptional dining experience with "the best sushi in Raleigh" according to many patrons. Diners enjoy the authentic Japanese cuisine and a diverse menu, featuring standout dishes like Scary Jerry Rolls and Bluefin tuna jalapeño poppers. While service can occasionally be slow, the warm atmosphere and attentive staff, including standout servers like Angie, often enhance the experience. The restaurant's commitment to quality has remained consistent over the years, making it a beloved spot for both locals and visitors.

329 Reviews

  1. Michele

    VIP

    New York City

    46 reviews

    4.0

    46 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was delicious. Some challenges getting all our entrees at the same time.

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  2. Jason

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place to eat. Would definitely eat here again

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  3. Payton

    VIP

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing! Remely fresh sushi and the sauces are next level. Love this restaurant have been coming here for years.

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  4. Jolene

    Orlando

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    It was excellent as always. Sushi was incredibly fresh and well prepared and the service excellent.

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  5. Cheryl

    Raleigh

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always delicious food and great service. It was a very enjoyable evening with friends.

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  6. Gretchen

    Raleigh

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We’ve gotten take out, but eating there is definitely preferred! We’ll be back.

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  7. Jessica

    Oklahoma City

    68 reviews

    5.0

    68 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server BeBe was fabulous! Delicious food. Wonderful atmosphere.

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  8. Jinah

    Charlotte

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    The quality of the food is amazing and most everything on the menu is a great deal compared to other places in the area. However, I do think the service is lacking. The hostess was rude on the phone and our server barely checked in on us. We were also celebrating an anniversary. If you don't care about being taken care of or want to be left alone this is the spot for you. The owner is very nice though and helps out her staff.
    Waraji Japanese RestaurantResponded on 16 November 2024
    Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback, Jinah. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the quality of our food and found our menu to be a great value. However, we sincerely apologize for the service issues you experienced, especially during your special anniversary celebration. We aim to provide a welcoming and attentive experience for all our guests, and we will address your concerns with our team to ensure improvements are made. We're glad to know that you appreciated our owner's involvement, and we hope to have the opportunity to provide you with a better experience in the future.

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  9. Mac

    Raleigh

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Everything was great other than the fact we waited over an hour since we ordered our food.
    Waraji Japanese RestaurantResponded on 16 November 2024
    Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, Mac. We sincerely apologize for the long wait time for your food. We strive to provide timely service and appreciate your patience. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed everything else during your visit and hope to serve you more efficiently in the future.

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  10. Shaneeka

    VIP

    Raleigh

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cindy was amazing!!!!! Great service!!!! Food delicious per usual!!!!

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FAQs

Waraji Japanese Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (919) 783-1883.

Waraji Japanese Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 329 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
19:00
Booked 28 times today

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Google Map for Waraji Japanese Restaurant

5910 Duraleigh Rd, Raleigh, NC 27612-2582

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Duraleigh Rd off of Glenwood Avenue and Pleasant Valley Rd on the Corner
  • Area
    Raleigh
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Sat 11:30 am–3:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Sushi, Japanese, Asian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Masatoshi Tsujimura
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options
  • Website
    https://www.warajijapaneserestaurant.com/
  • Phone number
    (919) 783-1883
  • Catering
    Catering available on Large Trays or Wooden Boats. Onsite Catering with Private Chef Availabale
  • Private party facilities
    Large area for Private Events from 20-100
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