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Yonaka Modern Japanese
Experience modern Japanese cuisine, features a fresh cuisine and innovative menu that is dominated of the highest grade of products including meat, fish, poultry, produce and the finest sake and beer. Key ingredients are flown directly from Japan.
Yonaka strives to meet customers desire for quality meal by providing excellence in customer service.
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Yonaka strives to meet customers desire for quality meal by providing excellence in customer service.
44 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 44 reviews
5 stars
(27)
4 stars
(12)
3 stars
(2)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(38)
- neighborhood gem(24)
- special occasion(19)
- good for groups(18)
- late-night find(12)
- hot spot(10)
Yonaka Modern Japanese Reviews List
Review 1 for Yonaka Modern Japanese
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A Must for Locals &Tourists Alike
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Had a terrific Father’s Day dinner! You can spend $400 at NOBU or Sushi Samba, but the food won’t be any better than it is at Yonaka. Fascinating dishes with flavors bursting at every bite. Wonderful, warm and knowledgeable service. To top it off, they’ll arrange a cab to take you back to your hotel! So glad I tried Yonaka."
Dined on 6/16/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 2 for Yonaka Modern Japanese
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Unique Dining Experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This restaurant is one of the most unique restaurants in Las Vegas. Each time I have gone the service is wonderful (especially on the weekends). The servers and bussers are all very knowledgeable. Every dish I have had is amazing. I love the konpa! There is a menu of daily specials and the fresh fish is flown in daily. The waygu beef is also delicious. Everyone in our party agreed that the favorite dish of the night was the tuna with jalapeno on top of watermelon. They also make their sorbets on site. I have been to this restaurant 3 times and will continue to come back to try more!"
Dined on 6/12/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 3 for Yonaka Modern Japanese
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good food off the strip.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The 10 course omakase was a really good value for our party of 3. We loved the dishes and getting all the different ingredients in each bite.
The decor is contemporary and open. An unexpected breath of fresh air off the strip."
Dined on 6/06/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list
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Review 4 for Yonaka Modern Japanese
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Yonaka your socks off.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food and service was amazing. Totally looking forward to going back."
Dined on 6/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, hot spot
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Review 5 for Yonaka Modern Japanese
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
OVERRATED
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Weird music & sterile overly modern atmosphere. Waiter was unknowledgeable regarding Japanese cuisine. Fish was so-so quality at best. They try to disguise the sushi/sashimi with odd and very pungent sauces."
Dined on 5/30/2013
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Review 6 for Yonaka Modern Japanese
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A delicious, innovative bargain
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"If you like modern decor, off-Strip prices, and Japanese dishes reimagined with the addition of Chinese and Thai flavors, this place is for you. A visit during happy hour netted my husband and me six small plates (which was actually too much food), two glasses of wine and a beer for about $65 after tax and tip. Unbelievable value."
Dined on 5/24/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic
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Review 7 for Yonaka Modern Japanese
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great new restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My friend and I were looking for affordable sushi in Vegas and found this place on Yelp. It just opened a few weeks ago. I had the crunchy tuna hand roll from the happy hour menu (asked them to hold the spicy, and they obliged) and the 5-piece chef's selection. My friend had avocado nigiri, grilled edemame, and beet fries. They brought out complementary palate cleansers between courses (yummy). We shared 2 happy hour carafes of cold sake (which came in a really neat bottle) and the ringo lico for dessert (AMAZING!). Overall, we were impressed by the quality of the food and the well-balanced flavors. The service was outstanding. The only issue is that their vegetarian options are lacking, but hopefully they add some as they develop the menu."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 8 for Yonaka Modern Japanese
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great time and inspired food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had a mixed party of foodies and some "meat and potatoes only" folks, but everyone loved all the dishes, and agreed it was the best restaurant we visited on our trip."
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 9 for Yonaka Modern Japanese
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Exceptional Japanese gem
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our dinner at Yonaka was not only the best of our recent business trip to Vegas, but one of the best Japanese dining experiences any of our well-traveled group has ever enjoyed. This unique offering has only been open three months but it's an instant winner and, with one visit, our new favorite in town. These talented chefs have a fascinating menu that blends Asian and French flavors and methods with remarkably fresh, high quality ingredients. The prices are surprisingly reasonable - if these guys were on the Strip they'd have to charge Nobu prices. Not a weak spot in the meal (very rare) and we enjoyed all 14 dishes in degrees from very good to brilliant. Very eager to return and very hopeful they thrive in this offbeat location. Bravo!"
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 10 for Yonaka Modern Japanese
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"At Yonaka we have enjoyed very imaginative and well executed dishes, nice decor, slightly nervous but well meaning service, and a weird retro sound tracks.
Recommended mushroom Wakame soup with oyster, Brussels sprouts, Michitaki, a non-greasy and very good Kara age, grilled mackerel, and super Hamachi Kama. Not recommended the somewhat pedestrian nicoise with big eye tuna.
Deserts: Original (& a bit overwhelming) chokoreto with mint, avocado, & lime.Highly recommended Ringo Lico with apple, grapefruit, kumquat, fennel, and pistachio .
Apparently the menu changes, and the online version is not always up-to-date, but this place is a keeper!
Bottom line with 3 beer and tea was less than a hundred dollars."
Dined on 3/28/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 11 for Yonaka Modern Japanese
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
An amazing gem away from all
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"An amazing gem away from all the over-priced and ho-hum restaurants in Vegas. The food was inventive, immaginative and... incredibly delicious. The "Ikura to Uni" was my favorite. Staff was attentive and friendly. Will definitely go again."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Review 12 for Yonaka Modern Japanese
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Poetry for the Palate
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was exquisite. Lots of weird and wonderful taste sensations with nothing overpowering or overly complex. The high quality ingredients brought joy to the palate with delicious bursts of artfully balanced mmmm-inducing deliciousness. There are some pretty great restaurants in Vegas, but this one is so far my clear winner. I can't wait to go back!"
Dined on 04/26/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 13 for Yonaka Modern Japanese
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This was one of the best experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was one of the best experiences I've had at a restaurant in a long time. The food was absolutely incredible! Atmosphere was amazing. We made reservations the day of and had never heard of Yonaka before but the entire night we could not stop talking about great the food and experience was! We will definitely be returning."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 14 for Yonaka Modern Japanese
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Amazing food. Must haves
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"Amazing food. Must haves are SAKE Orenji and Fried Brussels Sprouts (could have eaten the entire platter by myself). Michael, our server, knowledgable, professional, and very personable. Next time want to try the Chet's Selection. I live here part of the year, so happy to find such excellent food off The Strip. I was blown away by our bill, what value for such yummy eats. Definitely worth a cab ride from The Strip if visiting. Can't wait to return!"
Dined on 04/18/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, special occasion
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Review 15 for Yonaka Modern Japanese
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Awesome
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food selection and quality was awesome. this is a must visit restaurant for anyone in Vegas."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 16 for Yonaka Modern Japanese
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Execellent yet not perfect
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Everything was amazing good and exotic.......except the sushi. I would recommend ALL hot and cold plates, they are not something you could find in most of the japanese restaurant. However, we found that sushi rice was little too wet and the flavor are not up to our standard. Because it is fusion japanese food, they do try to put in a lot of flavor to the sushi, to us it overpowers the original sweetness of the fresh fish, and we prefer the clean original taste of sushi. All in all, yonaka is a good place, friendly customer service, clean environment food comes out fast, all hot and cold plates are yummy. I like the SAKE Orenji, fish with potatoes chips and fig, the crispy Brussels sprouts...etc I basically love all hot and cold plates."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 17 for Yonaka Modern Japanese
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I visited Yonaka recently,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I visited Yonaka recently, soon after they opened. The food was very good. They offer a nice variety of choices, all delicious and all at reasonable prices. The service tried hard, but needs a little practice. Would not stop me from returning. The manger was on the ball, handling herself very professionally. Yonaka is worth a visit."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find
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Review 18 for Yonaka Modern Japanese
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Try it, you'll like it.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very innovative fabulous tasting Japanese fusion. On the high side price wise but compared to strip spots, it is a bargain."
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 19 for Yonaka Modern Japanese
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fantastic find!!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
"Food was awesome!!! The brussel sprouts were incredible and I don't even like brussel sprouts. The staff and owners are fantastic. I highly recommend the drive from the strip. If you're looking for fantastic food, you won't be disappointed!"
Dined on 03/16/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 20 for Yonaka Modern Japanese
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
When we first walked in to
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"When we first walked in to the restuarant we were impressed by the decor....simple, mondern, and elegant. The food is good but does not make up for its flaws. Each dish has about 8 ingredients which overcomplicates the dish and also slows down the food from the kitchen. The product is of great quality but still felt overpriced for the establishment. We dined for almost two hours and stopped ordering food because we were tired of waiting for dishes. The bill was $60 per person before tip and I went home and cooked food because I was still hungry. If they simplified the food and lowered each dish by a few dollars I would go back."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2011
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Review 21 for Yonaka Modern Japanese
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Awful service. Disappointed..
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The waiters have no clue what they are doing. The service was awful. I could tell this was their first job waiting on people. They have absolutely no knowledge of what Japanese food is and they could not pronounce nor explain majority of the dishes on the menu!! Really?! Came by many times but never poured tea for us. They just keep bringing you large plates and excepted for us to move around everything on our table to make room for them to put dishes. All their dishes are very similar. No varieties. Sashimi with different fruits. The interior was very pretty but horrible service and management. Disppointed. I noted "celerating b'day" but no bday wishes or desert or nothing. I would NOT return nor recommend this place to anyone"
Dined on 03/06/2013
2011
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Review 22 for Yonaka Modern Japanese
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was excellent, the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was excellent, the service was too attentive, and was the only drawback to the experience."
Dined on 03/07/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, hot spot
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Review 23 for Yonaka Modern Japanese
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Off-Strip Gem!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I really hope that people start to find this new gem on West Flamingo, because the food is exquisite, the service is informed and attentive without being overbearing and the prices are low compared to similar cuisine and quality on the Strip (yes, I understand that you pay a premium for dining on the Strip, but those premiums are often insultingly high!) Do not miss the crispy brussels sprouts--some of the best I've had. Yonaka has a daily happy hour from 5-6:30 and a "reverse" happy hour from 11pm-2am, offering some of the best bang for your buck with their reduced prices on drinks, nibbles and beautifully sliced fish.
I'm already thinking about returning and working my way through the rest of their menu."
Dined on 03/06/2013
2001
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find
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Review 24 for Yonaka Modern Japanese
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderful food, great service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Wonderful food, great service with a personable touch. Presentation was fabulous."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 25 for Yonaka Modern Japanese
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Tried this place out as a
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Tried this place out as a suggestion from the Urban Daddy site. Couldn't have been more pleased. The service was excellent, we sat at the sushi bar. The fish was so fresh and each made with its own special flavor. We had the Brussels sprouts which are to die for! We also had the Crudo and Sake Orenji, both were just amazing favors and textures.
The sushi itself was also very good, all the fish were so fresh and delicious. We will be back very soon! Thank you Yonaka!"
The sushi itself was also very good, all the fish were so fresh and delicious. We will be back very soon! Thank you Yonaka!"
Dined on 02/22/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 26 for Yonaka Modern Japanese
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Just a walk in that turned
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Just a walk in that turned in to great night,we will be back.Inventive menu and a excited staff who cares"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Yonaka Modern Japanese
Based on the average of (18) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
7 out of 7 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.7
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate