The best sushi in Charlottesville
Ten leads our ranking for sushi in Charlottesville. Readers voted it first in Best of C-VILLE in 2025 and 2026, and local critics name it too. Now and Zen and Akira Level Sushi & Ramen come next.
1TenReaders' choice, 2025, 2026- 2Now and ZenReaders' runner-up, 2025, 2026
3Akira Level Sushi & RamenReaders' top three, 2025, 2026
19 sushi restaurants are open in and around Charlottesville. The top 6 are ranked first; the rest follow. Omakase: Akira Level Sushi & Ramen, North American Sake Brewery, Sanga Omakase and Ten.
The top 6
How we rank
Photo: ten-sushi.com 1Ten
Charlottesville- Won Best of C-VILLE 2025 and 2026 for sushi, voted by readers [1]
- On The Charlottesville 29, a critic's list of the town's best restaurants: “Sleek, serene, and transporting, Charlottesville’s luxurious escape for sushi” [2]
- #1 on Charlottesville Insider's sushi list (2024) [3]
- #1 on Wanderlog's list (2025) [4]
“Ten is a modern japanese tapas style restaurant centrally located on Charlottesville's Downtown Mall.”
- Where
- 120 E Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902
- Today
- Closed today
- On the menu
- Edamame $8 · Kani Avocado Roll $14 · Hamachi Nigiri $6
- Has
- Omakase · Sake · Private dining · Vegetarian rolls · Gluten-free options
- Phone
- (434) 295-6691
All hours
Mon Closed Tue 5 PM to 8:15 PM Wed 5 PM to 8:15 PM Thu 5 PM to 8:15 PM Fri 5 PM to 9:15 PM Sat 5 PM to 9:15 PM Sun Closed Checked Oct 4 · Report a change
2Now and Zen
Sushi bar · Charlottesville- Runner-up in Best of C-VILLE 2025 and 2026 for sushi, voted by readers [1]
- #3 on charlottesville.guide's sushi list (2025) [5]
- #2 on Charlottesville Insider's sushi list (2024) [3]
- #2 on Wanderlog's list (2025) [4]
- Where
- 202 2nd St NW, Charlottesville, VA 22902
- On the menu
- California Roll (Avocado & Crabstick) $8.50 · Crunch Roll $16 · Bluefin Tuna (2pc) $11 · Chirashi $26
- Phone
- (434) 971-1177
Checked Oct 4 · Report a change
Photo: akiralevel.com 3Akira Level Sushi & Ramen
Charlottesville- Finalist in Best of C-VILLE 2025 and 2026 for sushi, voted by readers [1]
- #9 on charlottesville.guide's sushi list (2025) [5]
“We meticulously select our ingredients, using only the freshest and most natural foods to prepare each dish.”
- Where
- 3912 Lenox Ave Unit 320, Charlottesville, VA 22901
- Today
- Open now until 9 PM
- Has
- Omakase · Hibachi
- Phone
- (434) 422-8982
All hours
Mon 11 AM to 9 PM Tue Closed Wed 11 AM to 9 PM Thu 11 AM to 9 PM Fri 11 AM to 10 PM Sat 11 AM to 10 PM Sun 11:30 AM to 9 PM Checked Oct 4 · Report a change
4Sakura
Charlottesville- Finalist in Best of C-VILLE 2025 for sushi, voted by readers [6]
- #4 on Charlottesville Insider's sushi list (2024) [3]
- #4 on I Love CVille's sushi list (2014) [7]
“Japanese steak, seafood & sushi”
- Where
- 237 Connor Dr, Charlottesville, VA 22911-5604
- Today
- Open now until 9 PM
- Phone
- (434) 872-0099
All hours
Mon 4 PM to 9 PM Tue 4 PM to 9 PM Wed 4 PM to 9 PM Thu 4 PM to 9 PM Fri 4 PM to 9 PM Sat 12 PM to 9 PM Sun 12 PM to 9 PM Checked Oct 4 · Report a change
Photo: mashumen.com 5Mashumen
Charlottesville- Finalist in Best of C-VILLE 2026 for sushi, voted by readers [1]
“Mashumen is short word for Mashu Ramen (means Matthew's Ramen) founded by Fern Chong.”
- Where
- 2208 Fontaine Ave, Charlottesville, VA 22903-2911
- Today
- Open now until 9 PM
- Phone
- (434) 400-9007
All hours
Mon 11 AM to 9 PM Tue 11 AM to 9 PM Wed 11 AM to 9 PM Thu 11 AM to 9 PM Fri 11 AM to 10 PM Sat 11 AM to 10 PM Sun 11 AM to 9 PM Checked Oct 4 · Report a change
Photo: sangaomakase.com 6Sanga Omakase
Sushi bar · Charlottesville- CvilleRightNow (2026): “Led by Chef Yoshihiro Tauchi, Sanga Omakase is a multi-course dining experience where the menu is rewritten based on Tauchi's inspiration and the freshest ingredients available.” [8]
“Each evening is composed to the moment — unhurried, personal, and unlike anything else in Charlottesville.”
- Where
- 522 2nd St SE Unit E Charlottesville, VA 22902
- Has
- Omakase
- Phone
- (434) 767-8105
Checked Oct 4 · Report a change
More sushi in Charlottesville
13 more · A to Z
Photo: asianexpressva.com Asian Express
Chinese restaurant · Charlottesville- Where
- 909 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22903
- Phone
- (434) 979-1888
Checked Oct 5 · Report a change
Photo: cornerpokeee.com Corner Poke
Poke · Charlottesville“Fast-casual eatery in bright, contemporary digs specializing in mix-&-match poke bowls.”
- Where
- 101 14th St NW, Charlottesville, VA 22903
- Today
- Closed for the day
- Has
- Poke · Vegetarian rolls
- Phone
- (434) 328-8833
All hours
Mon 11 AM to 8:30 PM Tue 11 AM to 8:30 PM Wed 11 AM to 8:30 PM Thu 11 AM to 8:30 PM Fri 11 AM to 8:30 PM Sat 11 AM to 8:30 PM Sun 11 AM to 8:30 PM Checked Oct 4 · Report a change
Photo: crozetseafood.com Crozet Seafood Supply
Seafood restaurant · Charlottesville“Fresh catch and coastal comfort food”
- Where
- 375 Four Leaf Ln Unit 101, Charlottesville, VA 22903
- Today
- Closed for the day
- Has
- Takeout
- Phone
- (434) 268-7003
All hours
Mon 11 AM to 6 PM Tue 10 AM to 6 PM Wed 10 AM to 6 PM Thu 10 AM to 6 PM Fri 10 AM to 6 PM Sat 10 AM to 6 PM Sun 11 AM to 4 PM Checked Oct 5 · Report a change
Photo: genjiweb.com Genji Sushi
Sushi bar · Charlottesville“Since 1997, Genji has been a leader in crafting exceptional pan-Asian cuisine.”
- Where
- 1797 Hydraulic Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22901
- Phone
- (434) 973-4900
Checked Oct 4 · Report a change
M Sushi
Sushi bar · Charlottesville“We pick ingredients carefully and use only the freshest and natural ones to prepare every dish, and have been trying to cook them in a healthier way to provide the most nutritious food.”
- Today
- Open now until 9:30 PM
- On the menu
- California Roll $5.25 · Dragon Roll $12 · Tuna $1.75 · Lunch All You Can Eat $14.99
- Has
- All you can eat · Hibachi · Catering
All hours
Mon 11 AM to 3 PM Tue 11 AM to 3 PM Wed 11 AM to 3 PM Thu 11 AM to 3 PM Fri 11 AM to 10 PM Sat 11 AM to 10 PM Sun 12 PM to 9:30 PM Checked Oct 4 · Report a change
North American Sake Brewery
Sake bar · Charlottesville“Everything I've done has lead to here.”
- Where
- 522 2nd St SE Unit E, Charlottesville, VA 22902
- Has
- Omakase
- Phone
- (434) 767-8105
Checked Oct 4 · Report a change
Photo: pokesushibowl.com Poke Sushi Bowl
Poke · Charlottesville“At POKE Sushi Bowl all of our delicious Hawaiian inspired poke are made using a "non-oil" cooking procedure and a special filtered water system.”
- Where
- 1104 Emmet St N, Charlottesville, VA 22903
- Today
- Open now until 9 PM
- Has
- Poke · Gluten-free options · Vegetarian rolls
- Phone
- (434) 284-5466
All hours
Mon 11 AM to 9 PM Tue 11 AM to 9 PM Wed 11 AM to 9 PM Thu 11 AM to 9 PM Fri 11 AM to 9 PM Sat 11 AM to 9 PM Sun 11 AM to 9 PM Checked Oct 5 · Report a change
Photo: sushikoji.com Sushi Koji
Sushi bar · Charlottesville“The Japanese word "KOJI" means "healing" and "peace." Our goal is to create a relaxing and cozy place for our customers to nourish themselves with delicious food.”
- Where
- 262 CEDAR LN SE STE H, VIENNA, VA 22180
- Today
- Open now until 9 PM
- Has
- Ramen · Vegetarian rolls
- Phone
- (571) 378-1912
All hours
Mon 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM, 5 PM to 9 PM Tue 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM, 5 PM to 9 PM Wed 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM, 5 PM to 9 PM Thu 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM, 5 PM to 9 PM Fri 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM, 5 PM to 10 PM Sat 12 PM to 10 PM Sun 12 PM to 9 PM Checked Oct 4 · Report a change
ZENSHI Handcrafted Sushi
Sushi bar · Charlottesville“ZENSHI Handcrafted Sushi brings you high-quality, made fresh daily, traditional & American favorite rolls and party platters.”
- Where
- 545 Radford Ln, Charlottesville, VA 22903-7465
- Has
- Bento
- Phone
- (434) 823-1184
Checked Oct 4 · Report a change
- Chimm St.946 Grady Ave, CharlottesvilleOpen now until 9 PM
- Duner's4372 Ivy Rd, Charlottesville
- East Garden120 Riverbend Dr, CharlottesvilleOpen now until 9:30 PM
- Kabuto Sushi & Teppanyaki1836 Abbey Rd, Charlottesville
More Japanese restaurants in Charlottesville
4 · A to Z
Photo: isoisoramen.com Iso Iso Ramen & Bar
Ramen · Charlottesville“Mouth watering ramen for hungry bellies. Slurping recommended!”
- Where
- 1001 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22903-2819
- Has
- Ramen
Checked Oct 4 · Report a change
Photo: locations.noodles.com Noodles & Company
Ramen · Charlottesville- Where
- 2035 Bond St, Charlottesville, VA 22901-1871
- Today
- Open now until 10 PM
- Phone
- (434) 984-9621
All hours
Mon 10:30 AM to 10 PM Tue 10:30 AM to 10 PM Wed 10:30 AM to 10 PM Thu 10:30 AM to 10 PM Fri 10:30 AM to 10 PM Sat 10:30 AM to 10 PM Sun 10:30 AM to 10 PM Checked Oct 4 · Report a change
- Kyoto Restaurant1864 Rio Hill Center, Charlottesville
- Mashu Festival946 Grady Ave Ste J, Charlottesville
Worth the drive
Within about half an hour of Charlottesville.
Asian Cafe
Japanese restaurant · Palmyra“The Asian Cafe is an independent, owner-operated restaurant, featuring the finest in Japanese cuisine.”
- Where
- 265 Turkeysag Trail #103, Palmyra, VA 22963
- Has
- Hibachi · Vegetarian rolls
- Phone
- (434) 591-6641
Checked Oct 4 · Report a change
Photo: kimono-sushi.com Kimono Sushi
Sushi bar · Ruckersville“Kimono Sushi specializes in fresh sushi and hibachi, with a strong emphasis on convenient takeout service.”
- Where
- 14971 Spotswood Trail, Ruckersville, VA 22968
- Today
- Open now until 9 PM
- Has
- Hibachi
- Phone
- (434) 422-6987
All hours
Mon Closed Tue 12 PM to 8:30 PM Wed 12 PM to 8:30 PM Thu 12 PM to 8:30 PM Fri 12 PM to 8:30 PM Sat 12 PM to 9 PM Sun 12 PM to 9 PM Checked Oct 4 · Report a change
Photo: kyotoruckersville.com Kyoto Sushi & Teppanyaki
Restaurant · Ruckersville“We are the first Japanese and Chinese restaurant in town since 1996.”
- Where
- 130 Cedar Grove Rd, Ruckersville, VA 22968-3603
- Today
- Closed for the day
- Has
- Hibachi
All hours
Mon 11 AM to 8:30 PM Tue Closed Wed 11 AM to 8:30 PM Thu 11 AM to 8:30 PM Fri 11 AM to 8:30 PM Sat 11 AM to 8:30 PM Sun 11 AM to 8:30 PM Checked Oct 4 · Report a change
Photo: osakaiii.com Osaka III Japanese Restaurant
Japanese restaurant · Waynesboro“We feature authentic Japanese cuisine and we take pride in serving you the finest and freshest Japanese cuisine in the area.”
- Where
- 400 Tiffany Dr, Waynesboro, VA 22980-3281
- Phone
- (540) 942-8877
Checked Oct 4 · Report a change
No longer open
- Flaming Wok, 1305 Seminole Trl has closed.
- Kuma Sushi Noodles&Bar, 12 Elliewood Ave has closed.
- Osaka, 2119 Ivy Rd has closed.
- The Omakase Bar, 107 E Main St has closed.
What sushi costs in Charlottesville
The lowest price for each, from each restaurant’s own menu, checked October 2026.
| Restaurant | Classic roll | Specialty roll | Nigiri or sashimi | Omakase or platter |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| M Sushi | $5.25 (California Roll) | $12 (Dragon Roll) | — | — |
| Now and Zen | $8.50 (California Roll (Avocado & Crabstick)) | $16 (Crunch Roll) | $11 (Bluefin Tuna (2pc)) | $26 (Chirashi) |
| Ten | $14 (Kani Avocado Roll) | — | $6 (Hamachi Nigiri) | — |
How we rank
Nobody at Guide2 scores the food. The ranking adds up what Charlottesville’s own judges have said in public: readers’ polls count most, then critics’ standing lists, then local press and food writers. Every point is numbered and listed under Sources below. The full method.
When our editor has eaten at these herself, her picks and notes appear at the top of this page.
What changed
- Osaka closed
- M Sushi renamed (formerly Sushi King)
- The Omakase Bar closed
- Kuma Sushi Noodles&Bar closed
- Flaming Wok closed
- Sushi Koji added to the list
- Sanga Omakase added to the list
- M Sushi added to the list
- Corner Poke added to the list
Questions
- What is the best sushi in Charlottesville?
- Ten. Won Best of C-VILLE 2025 and 2026 for sushi, voted by readers; On The Charlottesville 29, a critic's list of the town's best restaurants. Now and Zen and Akira Level Sushi & Ramen come next.
- How much does sushi cost in Charlottesville?
- On the restaurants' own menus: classic roll from $5.25 (M Sushi) to $14 (Ten); specialty roll from $12 (M Sushi) to $16 (Now and Zen); nigiri or sashimi from $6 (Ten) to $11 (Now and Zen); omakase or platter about $26.
- How many sushi restaurants are in Charlottesville?
- 19 are open in and around Charlottesville as of October 2026, including Akira Level Sushi & Ramen, Asian Express, Chimm St., Corner Poke, Crozet Seafood Supply and 14 more. Within a half-hour drive there are 4 more, in Palmyra, Ruckersville and Waynesboro.
- Where can you get omakase in Charlottesville?
- Akira Level Sushi & Ramen, North American Sake Brewery, Sanga Omakase and Ten offer omakase, according to their own menus.
- Which sushi restaurants in Charlottesville take reservations?
- 2 take online bookings: Chimm St. and Ten. The rest are walk-in or by phone.
- Where can I order sushi online in Charlottesville?
- 9 have online ordering on their own websites: Akira Level Sushi & Ramen, Asian Express, Chimm St., Corner Poke, Crozet Seafood Supply, East Garden, M Sushi, Sushi Koji and 1 more.
- Is Flaming Wok in Charlottesville still open?
- No. Flaming Wok has closed. For sushi nearby, see the list above.
- Is Kuma Sushi Noodles&Bar in Charlottesville still open?
- No. Kuma Sushi Noodles&Bar has closed. For sushi nearby, see the list above.
- Is Osaka in Charlottesville still open?
- No. Osaka has closed. For sushi nearby, see the list above.
- Is The Omakase Bar in Charlottesville still open?
- No. The Omakase Bar has closed. For sushi nearby, see the list above.
Sources
- 1Best of C-VILLE, Best of C-VILLE 2026: Best Sushi, 2026. Checked Oct 4, 2026. Archived copy.
- 2The Charlottesville 29, The Charlottesville 29 list, 2026. Checked Oct 4, 2026. Archived copy.
- 3Charlottesville Insider, Where to Find the Best Sushi in Charlottesville, December 2024. Checked Oct 4, 2026. Archived copy.
- 4Wanderlog, The 10 best sushi restaurants and sushi bars in Charlottesville, April 2025. Checked Oct 4, 2026. Archived copy.
- 5charlottesville.guide, Top 9 Asian Restaurants, November 2025. Checked Oct 4, 2026. Archived copy.
- 6Best of C-VILLE, Best of C-VILLE 2025: Best Sushi, 2025. Checked Oct 4, 2026. Archived copy.
- 7I Love CVille, Top 6 Sushi Places In CVille, April 2014. Checked Oct 4, 2026. Archived copy.
- 8CvilleRightNow, Charlottesville’s newest Omakase comes to North American Sake Brewery, August 2026. Checked Oct 4, 2026. Archived copy.
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