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Welcome to Mr Tokyo Japanese Restaurant

Welcome to Mr. Tokyo Japanese Restaurant, a treasure located at 1722 Fordham Blvd in Chapel Hill, NC. Here, guests indulge in an exciting all-you-can-eat experience featuring an impressive array of sushi, handrolls, and hibachi options. The restaurant prides itself on quality and value, with standout dishes like the flavorful Teriyaki Salmon and delectable Gyoza. Many patrons rave about the fresh sushi, exceptional service, and inviting ambiance. Regulars appreciate efficient ordering and quick service, ensuring a satisfying dining experience. With a reputation for culinary excellence, Mr. Tokyo is a must-visit for sushi lovers seeking both quantity and quality.

LOCATIONS
  • Mr Tokyo Japanese Restaurant
    1722 Fordham Blvd #105A, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, United States
    1722 Fordham Blvd #105A, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, United States Hotline: +1 919-240-4552

Welcome to Mr. Tokyo Japanese Restaurant, where culinary art meets authentic Japanese flavors in the heart of Chapel Hill, NC. Nestled conveniently at 1722 Fordham Blvd #105A, this establishment is more than just a sushi spot; it's a haven for sushi enthusiasts and lovers of Japanese cuisine alike. With a vision to offer a comprehensive dining experience without breaking the bank, Mr. Tokyo champions an all-you-can-eat format, allowing patrons to indulge in a myriad of delightful dishes.

As you walk into Mr. Tokyo, you're greeted with a warm ambiance that hints at an upscale dining experience. The comfortable seating and considerate service immediately set the stage for your culinary journey. Each table is equipped with an order sheet to guide you through their extensive menu, ensuring you get the most out of your visit while enjoying the fast-paced service that their staff is known for. The standout feature here is undoubtedly the sushi, hailed by many as the best in North Carolina. From classic rolls like the California Roll or Tuna Roll, priced at just US$6.00, to more adventurous choices like the YipYip Roll, sushi lovers will discover a variety of flavors that cater to all tastes.

One of the highlights of Mr. Tokyo is the tremendous value it offers, with Sushi Combo A featuring seven pieces of nigiri paired with a California roll priced at US$20.00 and the mouth-watering Chirashi for US$24.00. Diners can mix and match, sampling everything from succulent shrimp tempura rolls to the rich, creamy Philadelphia Roll. As reviewed by returning guests, the quality of the fish is undeniably fresh, and the ratio of fish to rice strikes the right balance, a crucial factor for any good sushi dish.

Mr. Tokyo extends beyond just sushi; their menu also includes varied options such as hibachi, teriyaki, and delectable appetizers like crispy shrimp tempura. The Hibachi Steak and shrimp, renowned for their quality, elevate the dining experience further, making it an ideal choice for gatherings or special occasions. For those seeking a unique experience, Mr. Tokyo’s specialty rolls provide an adventurous twist to traditional dishes, often infused with creative sauces and ingredients.

While the culinary offerings at Mr. Tokyo consistently impress, some patrons have highlighted the need for attention to cleanliness, which should always be taken seriously in a dining establishment. However, the restaurant’s management has indicated a willingness to ensure high standards of hygiene moving forward, fostering an environment that diners can trust.

Whether you’re a sushi aficionado or exploring Japanese cuisine for the first time, Mr. Tokyo Japanese Restaurant offers an unforgettable experience at an exceptional price. With its extensive menu, comfortable ambiance, and attentive service, it's no wonder that diners keep coming back for more. As the reviews indicate, Mr. Tokyo is not just a meal; it’s an engaging culinary journey that keeps your taste buds eager for the next visit!

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Chef Deanna Vitale
Chef Deanna Vitale

Awesome place to eat very good for the price! Great service too!

David Bauers
David Bauers

First, realize this is a "buffet" style restaurant, in which you pay one price, and eat as much as you can (extra charges for leaving food on your plates). You don't get up and get it. Servers come and take your penciled order paper and fill your food order. I do suggest that servers ask patrons if it's their first time in the restaurant, and then explain how things work. Ken, our server, was great, and food came out relatively quickly. Also the price of the food is very reasonable, especially if you have a big appetite. Now about the food...probably the best sushi I've eaten in North Carolina (within 30 miles of Cary)since I've been coming for visits in 15 years. I almost gave up going to sushi restaurants, as I'm spoiled by the quality of sushi where I live in Orange county, California. Also, the atmosphere is more "upscale", and the seats have cushions. So many restaurants have hard seating nowadays! My only real complaint was that the music they were playing in the restaurant was very loud. But after asking the server to turn it down a bit, he did that immediately and all was good. Overall, I highly recommend Mr. Tokyo.

Irish Pirate
Irish Pirate

I read reviews and developed first visit strategy. arrived 11a, no wait weekday lunch. miso, seaweed salad, edemame for appetizers. also ordered 5 rolls on first round - philly, alaska, spicy tuna, salmon, tuna rolls. nice proportion of fish to rice. mowed it down. round 2 - tuna, salmon, flying fish roe nigiri. smaller, thinner slices of fish, but to be expected for buffet. still nice proportions, not overly made with rice. very full with 20 minutes left- ordered eel roll and salmon roll for desert. killer food buzz. excellent value, 16 big bang for the buck. fish was fresh and good quality. tax and tip was less than 21. incredible amount of food for the money. I'll definitely be back for lunch. probably also try for dinner. dinner is 26 but offers sashimi, yellowtail, eel, and a couple other appetizers that aren't available on lunch menu. maybe try hibachi or teriyaki next time too. I skipped the "specialty rolls" this visit, trying to avoid the globs of unknown sauces added to those rolls. EDIT: been 3 times now, its very consistent. latest visit, JUNE 9th, wasnt the best visual experience. noticed 3 ROACHES (PALMETTO BUGS are a complimentary way of saying roaches, and neither should be found in a restaurant). noticed early in visit, hostess was called over to a table and brought an electronic flyswatter shaped like a badmitton racket. she was trying to kill roaches with it. later noticed another roach crawling across the floor at table across from me. while finishing lunch, noticed another roach crawling on the window blind. others noticed it too. patrons on waiting list outside the restaurant noticed it. several tables inside the place noticed it. hostess came back with her electronic badmitton bug zapper, wrong tool. she came back with a rag and attemped to kill the roach while freaking out half the restaurant. management needs to do something asap to get rid of ROACHES, not a good sign for how sanitary the place is kept.

Jake Vyper
Jake Vyper

Itedakimasu! Hands down, our favorite sushi restaurant in the Triangle, NC. All-you-can-eat sushi, handrolls, Hibachi or Teriyaki, soups, and mostly fried appetizers 1 of each kind of ngiri or sashimi (additional cost) for 24 each person (15 on Lunch weekdays) is the ultimate feast deal for sushi lovers. We've been here multiple times & introduced this spot to relatives. While customers have the option to order individually, the All-You-Can-Eat sheet is the way to go if you want to feast delicious sushi & other aforementioned Japanese foods for amazing value. When you enter Mr.Tokyo, you are given a sheet with a list of items you can check to order. Here's our typical routine when me & my girl eat in Mr. Tokyo: Round 1: My girl and I usually start off with 1 sheet each. We get miso soup & our choice of appetizers: I usually get a crab rangoon and shrimp tempura & she gets cheese mussels. We also get 1 each of most kinds of ngiri & we save the best piece for last: eel ngiri, which we "toast" with our chopsticks. 1 of my favorites is the eel classic roll, which has a slightly sweet oyster-like sauce & my girl loves the salmon handroll, which has avocado & cream cheese (Yes, she loves cream cheese in her sushi & handrolls). On the same first sheet, we usually get 1 of their yummy sushis each. Her fave is the YipYip Roll, which has salmon, cream cheese, mango, spicy mayo, etc,. I' not a big fan of sushi with cream cheese so this is not my personal favorite but I think it's oishii. My fave sushis are: Blackpepper Tuna, Deep Blue & we both enjoy the Dragon Roll. We've tried other sushis in the menu & we think most of them are worth trying at least once but the ones we mentioned are sushis we've ordered multiple times (once each every visit) & we'll definitely order again. Of course, we dip most of them in sodium-free soy sauce. Round 2: We just use 1 sheet & we usually get 1 miso soup that we share, 1 or 2 more salmon handrolls & cheese mussels for her, 1 or 2 sushi rolls & Hibachi Steak & Shrimp with NO rice. Their Hibachi steak is actually higher quality than most Hibachi restaurants & shrimps are satisfyingly good. Most of the appetizers I get come with sweet sauce. While none of them are particularly amazing, they compliment the overall meal well. Sometimes, we are both full by 2 rounds & if we get a 3rd round, it's usually to just add 1 roll or 1 Mr. Tokyo Bowl, the 1-per-customer-limited special item. Orders are usually served surprisingly fast despite being crowded most of the time. Waiters refill waters fast & we never had an issue with them. This place is clearly professionally-managed. Restaurant's ambiance is accommodating, with pleasant music playing in the background. Lines can get long sometimes & because of the limited space, often times we had to wait - sometimes up to 30 minutes. They usse a reliable app for customers waiting. Wish they could expand to a bigger space - even the Monterrey Mexican restaurant beside it is way more spacious but Mr. Tokyo's seats seem to get occupied more. If you love high-quality (and quantity) sushi & ngiri for a fair price, Mr. Tokyo is the #1 choice in the Triangle, and nothing even comes close.

Philip Fang
Philip Fang

Service was fine for a lunch rush. Food is good, best value for money. We did the dinner menu at lunch and thought it was great. The shrimp tempura is panko coated instead of a usual tempura batter though

John Ercole
John Ercole

I’ve been coming to Mr. Tokyo for years. I’ll continue to recommend it to friends and sushi lovers. If you can eat more than one roll, there is great value for lunch and dinner AYCE. You can also get hibachi, crab rangoons, or other appetizers. In the past, we have had one male waiter who is a bit rude/cold (tossing chopsticks on table, never once saying you’re welcome when we said thank you every time he was at the table) but I didn’t mind sacrificing good service for the great food and pricing. However, Sam was our server tonight and he was excellent. He is friendly and great at communicating. Thanks Sam for the great service.

Andrea Byrd
Andrea Byrd

Food is fresh, delicious and well priced. Service is quick and efficient. I'll definitely be back!

Rebecca Knowles
Rebecca Knowles

Wow! This is a great spot for all you can eat sushi! I went for lunch and was impressed that it was only 14.99 for the AYCE! They also have an ala carte menu, if you prefer, but u less you have a very small appetite, I can't imagine that would be a better deal. Everything I had was fresh and delicious. I got an assortment of my favorite nigiri, a traditional roll, 2 specialty rolls, and a hand roll. With that and the miso soup and crab Rangoon I also ordered, I was stuffed when I left, though I still wanted to eat more because it was so tasty. The only negative to the experience was the temperature of the restaurant. It was very warm. I haven't been before, so I assume they must have been having ac problems, and hopefully it gets fixed and isn't always like that. It was almost unbearably warm. But the cold, delicious sushi helped make up for it. I would definitely go back next time I'm in this area.