YAMA – Japanese
Yama invites diners into a sleek, high-energy sanctuary where the sizzle of blistered shishito peppers and the earthy aroma of truffle-scented edamame set the stage for a modern izakaya experience. The kitchen masters the art of the small plate, turning out everything from shatteringly crisp brussels sprouts to tender, hand-pleated gyoza that encourage a spirit of communal discovery and lingering conversation.
3535, Dewitt Lane, Charlotte, NC, 28217 +17049106191 https://www.yamaloso.com/0Cuisine: Japanese
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, raw-food, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Small Hot Dishes
These dishes are great for sharing.
- Edamame - Sea Salt - $7: Steamed soybeans lightly sprinkled with sea salt Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Edamame - Spicy - $8: Steamed soybeans lightly sprinkled with spicy seasoning Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Edamame - Truffle - $9: Steamed soybeans lightly sprinkled with truffle seasoning Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Brussels Sprouts - $9: Flash fried, sweet soy, sesame seeds Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gyoza - $9: Japanese-pan fried pork dumplings Available at: dinner, lunch
- Harumaki - $8: Fried vegetable spring rolls with sweet chili sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Trumpet Mushrooms - $10: Sauteed king oyster mushrooms, sesame seeds, pepper threads Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tori Kara-age - $12: Fried Japanese-style popcorn chicken with sweet chili aioli Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shishito Peppers - $8: Flash fried, sesame soy, topped with shaved bonito flakes Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ebi Shumai - $9: Steamed shrimp dumplings topped with masago and spring onions Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kalbi - $19: Grilled Korean-style marinated beef short ribs Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Calamari - $12: Tempura calamari rings with sweet chili aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baked Mussels - $15: New Zealand greenshell mussels, spicy aioli, masago, and spring onion Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Kushiyaki
Skewered and grilled meat, seafood, or vegetables.
- Pork Belly Kushiyaki - $13: Garlic ginger soy marinated pork belly skewers Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak Kushiyaki - $15: Spicy Korean soy marinated filet and shishito pepper skewers Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Negi Kushiyaki - $9: Homemade teriyaki chicken and spring onion skewers Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tiger Shrimp Kushiyaki - $12: Spicy ginger, garlic, & cilantro puree shrimp skewers Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tofu Kushiyaki - $7: Tare soy glazed tofu skewers Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Cold Dishes
These dishes are great for sharing.
- Ginger Salad - $9: Romaine lettuce, cucumber, carrot, tomato, and ginger dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Truffle Crisps - $18: Fried seaweed chips, sashimi grade blue fin tuna, avocado, truffle ponzu, spicy aioli, masago, and spring onion Dietary tags: Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Crispy Rice - $16: Fried sushi rice, spicy bluefin tuna, jalapeno Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hamachi Jalapeno - $16: Thinly sliced yellowtail, sliced peppers, ground sesame, and yuzu ponzu Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Truffle - $16: Thinly sliced salmon, wasabi relish, spring onion, and truffle ponzu Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Tasting - $28: Bluefin akami, chu-toro, & oh-toro Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Tasting - $18: Scottish salmon, ora king salmon, & torched salmon belly with truffle oil and black salt Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Specialty Rolls
- Crunchy Roll - $15: Tempura shrimp, topped with spicy crab, and spicy aioli Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- H&M Roll - $18: Tuna and avocado, topped with tuna, tempura flakes, masago, green onion, and spicy aioli Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kyuri Roll - $19: Tuna, salmon, yellowtail, avocado, tempura flakes, wrapped in cucumber, topped with truffle ponzu Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lobster Roll - $21: Tempura lobster and asparagus, topped with poached lobster, avocado, yuzu creme, and black tobiko Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Loso Roll - $16: Spicy tuna wrapped in soy paper, topped with avocado, spring onion, masago, and eel sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Magic Roll - $15: Tempura shrimp in soy paper, topped with avocado, tempura flakes, masago, spring onions, and eel sauce & spicy aioli Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sora Roll - $17: Spicy yellowtail and cucumber, topped with yellowtail and avocado, crispy shallots, masago, spring onions, and yuzu miso reduction Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Morrison Roll - $17: Tempura shrimp, topped with seared filet mignon, masago, spring onions, and spicy aioli Available at: dinner, lunch
- Niigata Roll - $16: Salmon and avocado, topped with salmon, jalapeno, and spicy aioli Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spider Roll - $15: Tempura soft shell crab, avocado, cucumber, masago, topped with spicy aioli and eel sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Snow Roll - $20: Yellowtail, tuna, salmon, avocado, masago wrapped in soy paper Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Totoro Roll - $19: Spicy negi toro and cucumber, topped with salmon, spring onions, and eel sauce & truffle oil Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Southend Roll - $16: Tempura shrimp and eel, topped with avocado, masago, spring onion, sesame seeds, and eel sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Waverly Roll - $16: Tempura shrimp, topped with torched salmon, shichimi togarashi, jalapeno, and eel sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rainbow Roll - $16: Kani, cucumber, avocado, topped with tuna, salmon, yellowtail Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Duck Breast - $34: Honey sansho glaze, trumpet mushrooms, brussels sprouts, steamed rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Black Cod - $42: Miso reduction, garlic bok choy, pepper threads, steamed rice Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yama Sushi Bowl - $25: Sushi rice, topped with tuna, salmon, avocado, edamame, cucumber, oshinko, kizami nori, masago, spring onion, and spicy aioli Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nigiri Assortment - $39: Chef’s selection of seasonal fish (8 pc), tuna roll Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sashimi Plate - $45: Chef's selection of seasonal sashimi (15 pc) Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Raw-Food, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Platter for 2 - $85: Chef's selection of seasonal nigiri (8 pc), sashimi (15 pc), salmon avocado roll, and rainbow roll Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Traditional Shiro Miso Soup - $5: Dashi broth, miso paste, tofu, wakame, and spring onion Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Clear Soup - $5: Chicken and beef based broth, thinly sliced mushrooms, and spring onion Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- White Rice - $3 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Rice - $6 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sauteed Vegetables - $9 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Ice Cream - $8: Vanilla or Green Tea Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Matcha Passionfruit Cheesecake - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Raspberry Chocolate Dome - $12 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Mochi - $9: Assortment of ice cream filled rice cakes: green tea, red bean, & strawberry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Monaka - $8: Japanese vanilla ice cream sandwich with chocolate-lined mochi wafers Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Restaurants near YAMA
- Ru San's — Japanese
- Muraya — Japanese
- Sushi Taku — Japanese
- Teriyaki Madness — Japanese
- Midnight Diner — Japanese
- Yakiko Hibachi Grill — Japanese
- Sushi Hana — Japanese
- Konnichiwa — Japanese
- Menya Noodle Counter — Japanese
- Hasaki Grill & Sushi — Japanese
- Rockin' Rolls Sushi — Japanese
- Omakase — Japanese
