I had been to the University location several times and that one is great. The one in Pineville, although decent, is not as good. The food was ok but the chicken was dry. The sushi was decent. They have great sanitation grades, but there is some wear and tear on the floors near the tables and throughout the restaurant. They could use a renovation. Much prefer the University location. For Japanese steakhouses in South Charlotte, I'll stick with Fuji at Rivergate. However, if I 'm on the north side of town, I will go to that Nakato's.