Now all the sensations of the best in authentic Japanese dining can be experienced in North Raleigh and Wake Forest. Hayashi Japanese Restaurant is located in heart of Wakefield, just minutes from Capital Blvd and I-540 north of Raleigh, across from Wake Forest. Our goal is to be the finest authentic Japanese restaurant in Raleigh. Please join us for the freshest sushi, expertly prepared, for lunch or dinner. We serve traditional authentic Japanese cuisine and the finest grade sushi in a pleasant, modern environment. On the outside we look like a neighborhood restaurant, but once you walk through the front door you are welcomed in the traditional style of a fine Japanese restaurant. Our warm and friendly staff will seat you in the main d…
Classic Japanese fare including sushi in a classic but stylish dining room with traditional decor. Based on 331 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.4 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ Delivery
Address:
13200 New Falls of Neuse Rd Suite 105, Raleigh, NC 27614
Phone: (919) 554-0508
Website:
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Hours
| Sunday |
5–9:30 PM |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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11:30 AM–2 PM, 5–9:30 PM
Hours might differ
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| Tuesday |
11:30 AM–2 PM, 5–9:30 PM |
| Wednesday |
11:30 AM–2 PM, 5–9:30 PM |
| Thursday |
11:30 AM–2 PM, 5–9:30 PM |
| Friday |
11:30 AM–2 PM, 5–10 PM |
| Saturday |
11:30 AM–2 PM, 5–10 PM |
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Reviews
Yaricarlly Ortiz
I can talk in detail about this restaurant because I usually go there every Sunday to eat with my husband. It is a very familiar place with very dedicated attention. The Sushi of the place is exquisite. My husband is Peruvian. I am Venezuelan and we love fusion Sushi, but preserving the Authentic Japanese Flavors and this place fully meets everything.
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Brian
I’ve seriously taken way too long to give Hayashi a review. I’ve been going to this restaurant for the past 15 years. The owners are wonderful people. They have a knack for finding staff who bring a strong game for the restaurant’s vibe – which is a small and cozy place to go unwind and enjoy the company of others, with absolutely incredible food. The sushi is always great – I bring friends who have travelled to Japan and they say the sushi rivals top-tier restaurants they visited there. They are very serious about the quality of the fish and the overall craft of sushi. The kitchen offers some real gems as well.. I look forward to continuing to visit Hayashi for as long as I can.
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Mark G
A hidden gem.. one of the best sushi we have had in a long time. My wife is a sushi fanatic, so we have tried almost all the places surrounding Raleigh area.
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Moira
Very friendly staff, they all greet you as you walk in the door. Plenty of sushi options that were tasty and at fair prices for the size rolls you get. They also have a ton of Saki options that range from cheap to expensive. You mark what you want on a sheet that they hand to the sushi chef, which is the only thing I did not like. Seems very unsanitary with multiple hands touching the sheet and having touched the table and counters, and then looked like the chef handled it while making your roll. This system could use a more sanitary improvement. Tried the maple brown sugar “pancakes” and they lacked quite a bit in my book. Good flavor but was very small for the cost and from what I expected and have seen posted on Raleigh food sights. Only got one very thin pancake. Overall, would go back for the sushi and Saki if the ordering system were modified.
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Reema Bhattacharya
We drove over 35 mins to eat there last night after a friend recommended it. The food was totally worth the drive but the wait for the food was a little over the top. We waited over an hour for the food to come but the restaurant was very nice and did understand the pain of such a long wait so they treated us with free miso soup and house salad. The price and the quality for the sushi was was very very good. Friendly staff. Wish it was a little closer and we could go regularly.
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Marina M
Very kind staff and great food. Everything was interesting. I chose a bento box and the sashimi was super fresh, the salmon, however, was SO dry and I did not like the tempura. The overall experience was pleasant and I would return again.
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Phillip Johnson
I’ve been going here for 13 years and NEVER had a bad time. The calamari salad)home made dressing) and Punk Rock roll(not on menu) are amazing. It’s my favorite sushi restaurant anywhere. The staff and owners are kind and fun.
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Nan L
The sushi here is remarkably good. Try the Dragon Roll for sure. The sushi chefs are precise and very creative with beautiful presentations. The seafood tastes incredibly fresh. The service is fast and incredibly courteous. It’s not a large dining space, but it’s definitely worth the wait if you have to wait for a table.
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Grace Hare
Great service from a very friendly waitress, and the meal was delicious
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Emily Mcmanaway
We dined in and got service right away. The great white shark role tasted so good and the Nabiyaki noodles I got the broth was so good and the noodles were just right. I definitely recommend going here for lunch or dinner.
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