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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.

  1. 1TenReaders' choice, 2025, 2026
  2. 2Now and ZenReaders' runner-up, 2025, 2026
  3. 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.

Ranked by Guide2 from readers’ polls, critics and local food writers (how we rank). Edited by Lauren Critzer. Updated October 11, 2026. No restaurant pays to be listed or ranked.

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The top 6

How we rank
  1. Ten
    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
    All hours
    MonClosed
    Tue5 PM to 8:15 PM
    Wed5 PM to 8:15 PM
    Thu5 PM to 8:15 PM
    Fri5 PM to 9:15 PM
    Sat5 PM to 9:15 PM
    SunClosed
    Book a tableDirectionsOrder onlineCallMenuWebsite

    Checked Oct 4 · Report a change

  2. Akira Level Sushi & Ramen
    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
    Closed for the day
    Has
    Omakase · Hibachi
    All hours
    Mon11 AM to 9 PM
    TueClosed
    Wed11 AM to 9 PM
    Thu11 AM to 9 PM
    Fri11 AM to 10 PM
    Sat11 AM to 10 PM
    Sun11:30 AM to 9 PM
    Order onlineDirectionsCallWebsite

    Checked Oct 4 · Report a change

More sushi in Charlottesville

7 more · A to Z
  1. Asian Express
    Photo: asianexpressva.com

    Asian Express

    Chinese restaurant · Charlottesville
    Where
    909 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22903
    Order onlineDirectionsCallMenuWebsite

    Checked Oct 5 · Report a change

  2. Corner Poke
    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
    All hours
    Mon11 AM to 8:30 PM
    Tue11 AM to 8:30 PM
    Wed11 AM to 8:30 PM
    Thu11 AM to 8:30 PM
    Fri11 AM to 8:30 PM
    Sat11 AM to 8:30 PM
    Sun11 AM to 8:30 PM
    Order onlineDirectionsCallMenuWebsite

    Checked Oct 4 · Report a change

  3. Crozet Seafood Supply
    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
    All hours
    Mon11 AM to 6 PM
    Tue10 AM to 6 PM
    Wed10 AM to 6 PM
    Thu10 AM to 6 PM
    Fri10 AM to 6 PM
    Sat10 AM to 6 PM
    Sun11 AM to 4 PM
    Order onlineDirectionsCallWebsite

    Checked Oct 5 · Report a change

  4. 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
    Closed for the day
    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
    Mon11 AM to 3 PM
    Tue11 AM to 3 PM
    Wed11 AM to 3 PM
    Thu11 AM to 3 PM
    Fri11 AM to 10 PM
    Sat11 AM to 10 PM
    Sun12 PM to 9:30 PM
    Order onlineMenuWebsite

    Checked Oct 4 · Report a change

  5. Sushi Koji
    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
    Closed for the day
    Has
    Ramen · Vegetarian rolls
    All hours
    Mon11:30 AM to 2:30 PM, 5 PM to 9 PM
    Tue11:30 AM to 2:30 PM, 5 PM to 9 PM
    Wed11:30 AM to 2:30 PM, 5 PM to 9 PM
    Thu11:30 AM to 2:30 PM, 5 PM to 9 PM
    Fri11:30 AM to 2:30 PM, 5 PM to 10 PM
    Sat12 PM to 10 PM
    Sun12 PM to 9 PM
    Order onlineDirectionsCallWebsite

    Checked Oct 4 · Report a change

Worth the drive

Within about half an hour of Charlottesville.

  1. Kyoto Sushi & Teppanyaki
    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
    Mon11 AM to 8:30 PM
    TueClosed
    Wed11 AM to 8:30 PM
    Thu11 AM to 8:30 PM
    Fri11 AM to 8:30 PM
    Sat11 AM to 8:30 PM
    Sun11 AM to 8:30 PM
    Order onlineDirectionsWebsite

    Checked Oct 4 · Report a change

  2. Osaka III Japanese Restaurant
    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
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No longer open

What sushi costs in Charlottesville

The lowest price for each, from each restaurant’s own menu, checked October 2026.

RestaurantClassic rollSpecialty rollNigiri or sashimiOmakase 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

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

  1. 1Best of C-VILLE, Best of C-VILLE 2026: Best Sushi, 2026. Checked Oct 4, 2026. Archived copy.
  2. 2The Charlottesville 29, The Charlottesville 29 list, 2026. Checked Oct 4, 2026. Archived copy.
  3. 3Charlottesville Insider, Where to Find the Best Sushi in Charlottesville, December 2024. Checked Oct 4, 2026. Archived copy.
  4. 4Wanderlog, The 10 best sushi restaurants and sushi bars in Charlottesville, April 2025. Checked Oct 4, 2026. Archived copy.
  5. 5charlottesville.guide, Top 9 Asian Restaurants, November 2025. Checked Oct 4, 2026. Archived copy.
  6. 6Best of C-VILLE, Best of C-VILLE 2025: Best Sushi, 2025. Checked Oct 4, 2026. Archived copy.
  7. 7I Love CVille, Top 6 Sushi Places In CVille, April 2014. Checked Oct 4, 2026. Archived copy.
  8. 8CvilleRightNow, Charlottesville’s newest Omakase comes to North American Sake Brewery, August 2026. Checked Oct 4, 2026. Archived copy.

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