Lotus Sushi Bar

Yu-Ka is a wonderful sushi spot in Atlanta's Buckhead region. Being from out of town (L.A.), I was looking for a sushi restaurant to visit that didn't seem like it was trying to be too "hip", as I've seen a few in this area with their glass and chrome and clubby environments. What is essential about a sushi house to me is the taste of the food, and here at Yu-Ka they take care to make it a pleasure for your palate. The service was outstanding and personable. I think that in a sushi restaurant that is intimate like this one, a little conversation with the staff goes a long way. Granted, I came by myself, but I was rewarded with the blessings of an open, very friendly and appreciative crew. The environment is low-key, so, by nature, the emphasis is on taste. I especially enjoyed the fresh salmon, white tuna, snapper and the crunch roll. The steamed spinach is really delightful, and in a town full of fast, greasy food, a healthier treat. I truly enjoyed my time here and I hope to bring a small party here in a couple of nights and I want to try the omakase. A blessing that it's so close to me, and a good dining choice for all. Sit at the sushi bar and enjoy. You make your own time in this world and this place is one that's worth a moment like that. Arigato gosaimas Yu-Ka!

By far the most authentic sushi experience in Buckhead. Fish is fresh, presentation is creative and there is an overall zen feeling about the place that makes the experience of dining here quite enjoyable. Sushi chefs are personable and eager to give their recommendations. Service is friendly. Prices are very reasonable.
If you like places such as Rusan's (not even sure if that is correct spelling) or MF Sushi then this may not be the place for you - this is ideal place if you are into under-statement and character not fake and superficial "americanized" versions of the sushi experience which are truly hideous.

All I ever ask of any sushi bar is to serve good quality fish that is portioned appropriately to the price. At Yu-Ka, the portions are huge and the quality is top notch, all matching the quite reasonable price. They serve unique rolls that feed the eyes as well as the belly. Yu-Ka has quickly become our family favorite.......and we are not an easy family to please!

Finally a place you can make your "regular Sushi place." The food was absolutely fantastic, the fish was fresh, tasty and just delicious! The presentation was very creative and we felt they gave us very generous servings! The service was great and everyone seemed friendly and pleasant. We are definetly going back for more! If you have tried some of the highly recommended places, then you must try this place. I am certain you will not be disappointed. We were so very pleasantly surprised.

I selected this restaurant based on the reviews on Citysearch. We went for an early dinner on Saturday night and sat at the bar so that we could watch the chefs working. We ordered the Sushi and Sashimi Combo to share. All of fish was amazingly fresh and tasty. The price of the food was very reasonable especially considering the time and imagination that went in to each piece. Flowers made out of ginger; designs cut in to the decorative leaves on the plates; and the wasabi was even formed and then carved into the shape of leaves, hearts, etc. We ended up ordering additional pieces of the spicy tuna and a couple of other selections because they were just so good!
One of the chefs made us a special dessert (which we had not ordered) of oranges with whipped cream and sprinkles. The orange on the plate was carved just like a jack o lantern. It was a really wonderful experience overall and we will definitely go back for dinner again. We really want to try their lunch specials as well. Others have mentioned in their reviews that the decor was plain ,etc. I thought it was wonderful: simple and understated.