Ok… have been to this place a bunch of times and food is good. However, do not go if it is within an hour of closing time as their personalities totally change and they become extremely rude and rush you out the door. Closing at 9 means order and pay by 830 as 9 closing to them means they are out the door with lights out at 9. While the food is good, there are many choices in Raleigh where you do not get the«bums rush» for spending good money. Goodbye…other better options!
Ela G.
Classificação do local: 5 Raleigh, NC
Hako? Haku? Let’s call the whole thing off. No really I actually like this place, whatever their name is. It feels really authentic and the fish is fresh. The restaurant is clean and pleasant to dine in, and kid friendly! Servers are always nice and welcoming. Best in the neighborhood hands down!
Kathleen N.
Classificação do local: 5 Raleigh, NC
The food tonight rocked. We live close by and have been in several times. A few times it has been a 4 do to wait for sushi. The quality is always here. We do love another sushi bar in north Raleigh but can’t do the drive often. Good stuff!
George B.
Classificação do local: 5 Blowing Rock, NC
I love Hako!!! The food is great and everyone there is nice and friendly, the prices are amazing especially because the sushi has such great quality. They have cards that give you $ 20 off the meal of your choice, if you buy enough meals that are $ 20 or more.
Alexa L.
Classificação do local: 4 Raleigh, NC
We had the scary jerry and freedom roll, and yes, this place doesn’t offer bogo like the big sushi joints in the triangle, but I didn’t mind – this is definitely higher quality sushi than those aforementioned places. I enjoyed every piece of sushi we ordered and left satisfied. I did decide to take a star off because we were seated in the back close to the kitchen and there was a very strong smell of bleach and it was very off-putting because it smelled like a sterilized bathroom. so I will suggest that you tell the hostess you want to be seated in the front end of the restaurant. Oh, and they have a loyalty card that isn’t lunch-only! Woohoo
Alan M.
Classificação do local: 5 Raleigh, NC
They have changed their name, but it’s same owner this was my first time and I tried the Scary Jerry roll, this is best sushi I have eaten. They use higher quality fish even the ginger is first quality. This is not a buy one get one free sushi restaurant but my one roll had 8 pieces it was all I could eat and it was $ 12.95. The owner trained in Japan for 2 years and has been in business at this location for 16 years. My wife and I will not be in a hurry to return to a buy one get one again we will definitely return here.
Jon L.
Classificação do local: 5 Raleigh, NC
Haru has been and continues to be my go to spot for sushi in Raleigh. We bring the family at least 2x per month, and always leave happy. And on occasion, we do takeout and the sushi travels well. In addition, they do a nice job on the hibachi items as well.
Anil O.
Classificação do local: 2 Atlanta, GA
Most reviewers seem to claim this is the best sushi in Raleigh. Travelling to Raleigh frequently for business, I am hoping this is not the case and I will find better options. I had the Sushi/Sashimi Chef’s choice and was not impressed at all by the freshness of most of the fish, the rice or overall taste. Chef’s choice of roll was something with asparagus and crab, not something I would have ordered.
Melissa W.
Classificação do local: 4 Raleigh, NC
I’m not a big sushi eater unless I can find some veggie rolls, which if you’re like me, that is hard to find. This place had several to choose from however, which made me super happy! First I had the spring rolls — so fresh and amazing. Then I tried the buddah roll, which is avacado and honey roasted nuts, and the cucumber roll. Both were incredibly delish! My husband had the sushimi and was very pleased as well with the exception of them cutting him short on 18 pieces. He asked to substitute the shrimp with more fish but they didn’t bring more and then blamed it on thick cuts of fish. That part was disappointing but overall our experience and food were were worth it. With the comfortable size(fits 40 at most), quaint ambiance, and great food, we’ll definitely be back!
Clark W.
Classificação do local: 1 Pine Knoll Shores, NC
Sushi — Terrible with a capital«T»; it’s amazing that I have not contracted salmonella from the current outbreak in 9 other states Hibachi — a step up from the mall version, the food court version not Kanki’s. Atmosphere — dated; ambiance — none; brand cohesion — confused. Service — inexcusably horrid. Don’t waste your time or your money as my recent experience was so exaggeratedly horribly that it is worthy of an SNL skit at the very least.
Will C.
Classificação do local: 1 Raleigh, NC
A purely service-related review here, but miserable enough to share as well as keep me and my group from ever returning. Our server was incredibly rude from the start, complete with eye-rolling reluctance and neglect that was provoked by nothing but«Please» and«Thank you» from the table. She delivered the hibachi dishes while both were still spattering scalding grease, despite which we patiently accepted. Not having refilled my water during the whole meal, she proceeded to shush me when I asked politely. This was probably my fault, as she was ONTHEPHONE when she came by the table that time. Finally, after the meal was over and we hadn’t received any paper insult hats or discovered the hidden cameras, she proceeded to insult US by telling us she would never wait on us again if we were to return. Don’t worry, we ain’t.
Brittany F.
Classificação do local: 4 Raleigh, NC
Now operating under the name«Hako,» this awesome sushi joint is the real deal — inventive rolls, fresh fish and affordable prices. Flying under the hotspot radar, its a hole in the wall with a fantastic and personable staff. It’s like a Raleigh standard that has yet to be discovered by the masses. They start the dinner service with hot steamed towels(love it!). We ordered the clear hot soup, which was a rich mushroomy broth. Favorite rolls included the Buddha, honey salted peanuts and avocado — say what?!! — and Kamikaze, spicy tuna, yellowtail and salmon with a spicy mayo drizzle. They also have reward cards — spend $ 20 to get a stamp on your card. After the card has been filled, you get $ 20 off your next meal! Overall a terrific meal and possibly a new favorite sushi spot. Can’t wait to go back!
Joy S.
Classificação do local: 4 Raleigh, NC
I always enjoy the sushi at Haru and wanted to give kudos to the staff from my last experience. The server was exceptionally nice and helped me make the right decision on how many rolls to order. I paid in cash and said to keep the change but she clarified when she realized I may have put down an extra $ 20(which I had). Whenever I get sushi in Raleigh this is where I go!
Oscar M.
Classificação do local: 4 Raleigh, NC
Very fresh, and very traditional. Very well priced for the quality of the food. Service for tomes I have been there is good. Overall its a pretty great place to eat.
Lizzie P.
Classificação do local: 4 Raleigh, NC
I really love this place! You always know what to expect when you walk in. The wait staff is very friendly and attentive, and the food is good. I have tried the sushi and the hibachi. I truly love them both, and I always have a hard time deciding which«direction» I should go in. The hibachi is served piping hot, with meat and vegetables and it is served with the yum yum sauce that everybody loves. The sushi is always very fresh, and I feel GREAT after eating it. We normally start with a ginger salad as well, and it never disappoints.
Leigh A.
Classificação do local: 2 Raleigh, NC
I hesitate to write a review because I clearly disagree with the glorious reviews of this place, but how can somewhere with multiple 5-star ratings be empty at 7:30 pm? As one reviewer puts it, it’s not a «fancy, chic, upscale restaurant», but is being the exact opposite something to be applauded? I don’t care if a place isn’t fancy or chic, I care about taste and this was gross — especially the tuna. However, my father liked it and ordered more, so perhaps I have entirely different preferences when it comes to sushi than a man that dips his rolls in spicy mayo instead of soy and uses chopsticks like a knife and fork to cut sushi pieces before he eats it. Down to the cheap straws in wrappers that were handed to us with the end of the straw and wrapper mysteriously cut off(how is that sanitary?), this place was a bust.
Snacks P.
Classificação do local: 5 Raleigh, NC
As many reviewers have said before. I hope too many people don’t find out about this place, although the chefs and owners deserve it. Haru has the best sushi in town. They don’t have buy one get one deals for a reason. And frankly, their sushi rolls are sizeable no matter how simple or complex you get them so you won’t leave hungry. The quality of the fish here is the best I’ve come across. And the salmon sashimi simply butter.
Laura B.
Classificação do local: 5 Raleigh, NC
I’ll be honest, if you’re looking for a fancy, chic, upscale restaurant, Haru may not be the right sushi place for you. It doesn’t have the aesthetic that say, Sono, has. But, what Haru lacks in presentation, it makes up for in the quality of dishes offered. I’ve never had a bad roll here. I even tried the baby octopus one time and found it to be delightful! It was well cooked, so it wasn’t too chewy, and that sweet brown sauce that it comes drizzled in is just to die for! If you just want to have a casual, laid back sushi dinner, and you don’t want to run the risk of disappointing or unimaginative selection or sub par rolls, then Haru is just the hole-in-the-wall sushi place for you!
Karthi N.
Classificação do local: 4 Raleigh, NC
Have been numerous times and feel this(next to Waraji) is the best place for Sushi in Raleigh. Consistently very good to great food. Have unique menu items like the fatty tuna, lobster, etc. that you won’t find at other places. Biggest issue is slow service and that seems to have been better the last few times we went. What kills me are the negative reviews on the food because that is far and away better than most places I’ve been to in the Triangle. I can understand the bad reviews on service, however and hope that they continue to work on this.
Cal W.
Classificação do local: 5 Raleigh, NC
This place is by far the freshest and most consistently delicious sushi I’ve found in Raleigh. I go here regularly for lunch and dinner, and the sushi is, without exception, excellent. A caveat to this review is that I am giving only the sushi 5 stars. At times, the service is somewhat slow on a busy night, but the high quality sushi does not change. I always order the Kamikaze roll and salmon roll.
Quinton M.
Classificação do local: 4 Raleigh, NC
Haru has some of the freshest fish in Raleigh and often gets in the most unusual fish available in downtown. I would give them a 5 star, but the environment isn’t up to the same standard as the food. The staff are super friendly and really want you to leave happy, but often they are understaffed so the wait can be unreasonably long. The sashimi is always great, the steamed shumai is some of the best I have had and the custom rolls are interesting. My wife and I also appreciate that they don’t focus on fried rolls(if I wanted fried, I’d be eating at Bojangles or Beasleys). The«Amazing Roll» with eel and toro is a particular standout. Also the kampachi and fatty yellowtail are usually excellent sashimi choices. Pro Tip: If you are ordering for takeout(which I recommend) add 10 – 20 minutes for however much time they say it will take — trust me, you won’t be early.
Chrisy T.
Classificação do local: 5 Clearwater, Tampa Bay, FL
Freedom Roll is probably top 3– of my favorite all time rolls! Chefs choice-Sashimi was amazing!
Roncel M.
Classificação do local: 4 Southfield, MI
Located in a strip mall, this quaint little sushi var provided a cozy and warm atmosphere. It was empty with the exception of one couple sitting at a table. i sat at the counter\bar watching the chefs prepare my meal. The staff was very polite and tentative. I sampled the Crab Rangoon which was unexpectedly warm and fresh. My sushi platter was prepared neatly and very cold. I like cold sushi. The food was delicious and full of flavor. Overall a great experience. (12÷29÷12)
Chelia S.
Classificação do local: 4 Kannapolis, NC
I went in on a Friday night and the place was a lot more empty than I expected. There was actually only one other table of people dining in. First of all, it’s extremely small. With there being no one there, it had a cozy feel to it though. Even though it was tiny inside, the style of the restaurant was nice. I sat at the bar and had crab Rangoon as an appetizer and ginger chicken as my entrée. The crab Rangoon was very fresh and really really good. The ginger chicken was good as well, served with rice and vegetables. They gave a LOT of food. My brothers ordered sushi platters and because it was a hibachi grill, they made these humongous sushi platters right in front of us. The chefs were very nice and checked on us a coupled of times. The waitress seemed a little hasty, but she got the job done nevertheless. I would recommend and return here…