M Sushi
Phone: (919) 908-9266
In 2023, M Sushi was North Carolina's only spot in OpenTable's Top 100 Restaurants in America list. Minimalist decor, matte stone-gray walls and dim lights are meant to keep your mind Zen-clear, syncing with your palate. The basement sushi bar is located down a cobblestone pathway across from The Durham Hotel. With diners at the bar, Chef Lee and his sous chefs expertly glide their knives against glimmering fish, making for the Triangle area's first sushi restaurant dedicated solely to high-quality, seasonal seafood received fresh daily from Japan, Korea and the US. The menu is small and purposeful and the quality of the dishes is a direct result of the chef's dedication to fresh ingredients and honoring traditional Japanese cuisine.
Cuisines
- Casual Dining
- Celebrated Cuisine
- Japanese/Sushi/Korean
Hours
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM
Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM
Thursday: 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM
Friday: 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM
Saturday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM
Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM
Thursday: 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM
Friday: 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM
Saturday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
Map
Google Rating
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What an incredible experience! I have celiac, so gluten is my mortal enemy & I haven’t been able to eat sushi that I haven’t made myself in 7 years. They took such great care of me! Clearly labeled GF options with notation of the modifications made on the menu plus they change their gloves, knives, & cutting boards. They also bring GF soy sauce to the table & used radishes to mark my plate so there was no confusion. The quality of the fish was incredible & everything was delicious, from miso soup to cocktails, dessert, & everything in between. And Chad, our server, was sooo sweet & patient, explaining everything & answering our questions. We cannot wait to go back! -
This place is heaven, or at least what I hope what heaven will be like. The sushi is top notch. Artistically crafted and taste perfected. I have been here several times and I don’t even live in Durham but it’s worth the 2 hour drive from Charlotte.
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Exceptional. We went the Grand Omakase route and it was an incredible experience. Yes it's pricey, but it's 7 courses and we were pretty stuffed at the end. In total the meal took about 2 hours and was paced well. Service was fast and dedicated and each dish was explained as it was served by a chef. Impossible to pick a favorite dish as everything was amazing, including things I wasn't so sure about at first glance (sea urchin??). We enjoyed sitting at the bar and watching the operation. Really impressive stuff!
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The fish was very fresh, and the food was good overall. Given the price, I do feel like it is a bit overpriced, but the quality is still good, so that makes up for it. The service was okay. I did feel a little rushed, and our server wasn’t the most attentive, but they were very busy, so that was understandable.
The appetizers were my favorite part of the meal. I would definitely give this place another try. I also recommend making a reservation if you plan to eat here, especially since it can get pretty busy. -
The food and atmosphere made for a really nice, laid-back dining experience. Finding the restaurant was a little tricky at first, but the hostess was friendly and helped guide us in the right direction.
The prices are definitely on the higher side, but the food we ordered was well-prepared, fresh, and full of flavor. Our server was just okay, but the overall experience more than made up for it.
Despite a few minor hiccups, we'd absolutely come back. It's a great spot for a relaxed date night, especially if you're looking for good sushi and a chill atmosphere!
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