NOW OPEN, Asheville! Craft cocktails, smoked sandwiches, cold sake, Japanese whisky, and ALL THE VIBES. Wanna hang? We’re open THURSDAY-SATURDAY 5-9pm, and SUNDAY 3-9pm. Find us next door to Ukiah!

Ukiah merges Japanese Soul Food with American BBQ techniques. With everything from Raw to Ramen, Woodfired to Smoked, it's quickly becoming a new favorite in Asheville. Oh, and they recently just started weekend brunch!

Located close to the Orange Peel, this spot is perfect for a pre-concert dinner or cocktails on date night! Their large Japanese inspired menu keeps everyone at the table happy. Grab a spot on the patio, and don't forget to order a some Wagyu skewers.

Ukiah Japanese Smokehouse

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