A modern Asian whiskey bar — sushi, izakaya small plates & curated whiskeys in Carrboro.

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Sushi, izakaya small plates, and a curated selection of Japanese & world whiskeys in Carrboro.

open nightly

our story

A Lifelong Dream, Served Nightly

IZA Whiskey & Eats is a modern Asian whiskey bar featuring sushi, izakaya-style small plates, and a curated selection of Japanese and world whiskeys. Created as part of a lifelong dream of the owners, Iza brings authentic Asian food and drink to the Carrboro community and beyond — an upscale Japanese fusion experience where the quality and essence of fresh ingredients speak for themselves.

featured dishes

Premium Sushi & Izakaya Plates

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Spicy tuna, shrimp tempura, seared tuna, special sauce, eel sauce, masago, scallions.

Alaskan

Cucumber, spicy tuna, salmon, eel sauce, spicy mayo, tempura crunch, scallions.

Dancing Eel

Spicy tuna, shrimp tempura, avocado, BBQ eel, spicy mayo, eel sauce, scallions, masago.

our menu

Discover Our Curated Culinary Selection

Shiso Lime Ceviche

$18

Fresh catch, miso citrus, cilantro, onions, cucumber, bell peppers, chips.

Karaage

$12

Tempura-fried bite-size chicken, cabbage, sweet chili yum yum sauce.

Tuna Tartare & Chips

$16

Spicy ahi tuna, mango, avocado, citrus dressing, eel sauce, spicy mayo, scallions, nori chips.

Korean Bulgogi

$22

Marinated grilled beef, sweet soy, onion, carrots, scallions, egg, steamed rice.

Tonkatsu Ramen

$17

Creamy pork bone broth, black garlic oil, chives, pork belly, wood ear mushrooms, nori, dashi soy egg.

Pork Katsu

$26

Panko-crusted pork cutlet, rice, cabbage, katsu sauce.

Lychee Old Fashioned

$15

Evan Williams, St. Germain, agave, lychee syrup, Angostura bitters.

Japanese Sour

$14

Suntory Toki, agave, lemon juice, orange, Angostura bitters.

Main St. Marg

$13

El Jimador, orange juice, lime juice, agave.

Rosemary 75

$14

Conniption, lemon juice, rosemary syrup, agave, prosecco.

Blackberry Bourbon Smash

$15

Evan Williams, blackberries, mint, agave, lime.

Mango Passion

$12

New Amsterdam mango, passionfruit, lime, Sprite.

Chef Nigiri Omakase

$24

Chef’s choice nigiri selection (4 pieces).

Sashimi Sampler

$20

Six pieces of assorted sashimi — yellowtail, salmon, tuna.

Yellowtail Jalapeños

$17

Hamachi sashimi, jalapeños, yuzu ponzu, scallions.

Chirashi Don

$32

10pc chef’s choice assorted sashimi over sushi rice.

Iza Crunch

$15

Cucumber, tuna, salmon, yellowtail, shiso, spicy mayo, tempura crunch.

Sushi Bento

$32

Six pieces sashimi plus one roll of your choice.

reservations

Reserve Your Spot

FAQS

Everything You Need to Know

What kind of food does IZA serve?

IZA Whiskey & Eats is a modern Asian whiskey bar serving sushi, izakaya-style small plates, fresh sashimi, and signature rolls, paired with handcrafted cocktails, sake, and a curated selection of Japanese and world whiskeys. Browse the full Food Menu and Drink Menu.

Book online through our Reservations page or call us at (919) 869-7322.

Yes — place an order for pickup or delivery at direct.chownow.com/order/38445/locations/58533.

Yes — we offer izakaya-style small plates and upscale sushi catering for corporate events, private parties, and celebrations. For catering inquiries, call (919) 302-6988 or email [email protected], or request a quote on our Sushi Catering page.

Yes. We offer Light, Balanced, Full, and Corporate platters — perfect for gatherings. Details and sizing on the Sushi Platter Packages page.

Yes — hands-on sushi classes led by our chefs. Upcoming dates and booking are on our Sushi Classes page.

Check our latest happy hour deals, whiskey flights, cocktail nights, and drink specials at izaeats.com.

IZA Whiskey & Eats was established in Carrboro in 2022 as part of a lifelong dream of the owners — a modern Asian whiskey bar bringing authentic sushi, izakaya small plates, and curated whiskey to the community. Read the full story on our About page.

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What Our Guests Say