Half the fun of eating at The Cowfish is explaining it to someone who’s never been. It’s a burger joint. It’s a sushi bar. Somehow it’s both at once, and the combination known on the menu as “Burgushi” has turned this locally owned chain into one of the most talked-about restaurants in Charlotte, Raleigh, and Universal Orlando’s CityWalk.
This guide breaks down the full Cowfish menu with current prices, points out the dishes regulars order again and again, and answers the questions people search for most before booking a table. Menu prices vary slightly by location, so figures below reflect 2026 pricing and should be confirmed on the location page you plan to visit.
About The Cowfish Sushi Burger Bar
The Cowfish started in 2010 when founders Marcus Hall and Alan Springate combined two neighboring restaurants a burger bar and a sushi bar into one concept in Charlotte, North Carolina. The idea caught on fast. Locations followed in Raleigh’s North Hills, Universal Orlando’s CityWalk, and Universal Beijing Resort.
The kitchen runs on two separate stations that meet in the middle. Burgers use all-natural, hormone- and antibiotic-free beef that’s never frozen. The sushi side is led by trained sushi chefs sourcing seafood daily. Burgushi rolls take components from both think a burger patty rolled in soy paper, or filet mignon draped over a sushi roll and they’re the dishes The Cowfish is best known for.
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The Cowfish Menu Prices by Category
Appetizers & Starters
| Item | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Edamame | Steamed with sea salt, ginger, or garlic salt | $11.00 |
| Crab Rangoon Dip | Parmesan panko crust, wonton crisps, sweet chili sauce | $17.00 |
| Tuna & Avocado-Tini | Yellowfin tuna and avocado in ginger dressing | $18.00 |
| Yellowtail Jalapeño Sashimi | Yellowtail with sliced jalapeño, ponzu dip | $17.25 |
Burgers
| Item | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Shroomin’ Swiss Burger | Swiss cheese, sautéed mushrooms, roasted garlic aioli | $15.00 |
| The C.B.C.L.T. | Cheddar, white cheddar, applewood bacon, Cowfish sauce | $15.00 |
| Texas Longhorn | Cheddar, onion strings, jalapeño bacon, BBQ sauce | $15.00 |
| Black Truffle Cheese Burger | Truffle cheese, roasted shallots, mushrooms | $16.00 |
| Backyard Burger | Bacon-wrapped Vienna dog, crispy potato strings | $17.00 |
| Chicken Bacon Avocado | Grilled chicken, bacon, avocado, wasabi mayo | $20.00 |
| Boursin Bacon Burger | Garlic-herb boursin, smoked bacon, mushrooms | $22.00 |
| The Cowfish Has Officially Left The Building | Full-pound patty, peanut butter, fried bananas, bacon | $23.00 |
Burgushi: Signature Fusion Rolls
| Item | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Bison Burgushi | Seasoned bison, roasted red peppers, cotija cheese | $17.00 |
| High Class Hillbilly BBQ-Shi | Pulled pork, caramelized onion, BBQ sauce, flash fried | $22.00 |
| Buffalo Chicken Burgushi | Shredded buffalo chicken, bleu cheese, panko crust | $22.00 |
| All-American Bacon Double Cheeseburgooshi | Angus beef, two cheddars, applewood bacon, potato strings | $24.00 |
| Doug’s Filet Roll | Seared filet mignon, avocado, kani, spicy mayo | $23.00 |
Bento Boxes
| Item | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| The Cowfish Bento Box | Mini-burger, sweet potato fries, edamame, 4-piece classic roll | $23.00 |
| Fusion Specialty Bento Box | Mini-burger, sides, 4-piece fusion roll or mixed nigiri | $24.00 |
Prices reflect Universal Orlando CityWalk menus current as of early 2026; Charlotte and Raleigh locations run their own pricing, typically a dollar or two lower on comparable items.
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Best Items on The Cowfish Menu You Need to Try
Regulars tend to gravitate toward the same handful of dishes. If it’s your first visit, start here:
- Fusion Specialty Bento Box — the easiest way to sample both sides of the menu in one order, with a mini-burger and a fusion roll side by side.
- All-American Bacon Double Cheeseburgooshi — a full cheeseburger reimagined as a flash-fried sushi roll, and the dish most people photograph before eating.
- Doug’s Filet Roll — seared filet mignon over avocado and kani, built for anyone who wants a steakhouse moment inside a sushi order.
- Crab Rangoon Dip — a shareable starter that consistently shows up in the “order this again” comments across review sites.
- Handspun Milkshakes — spiked or classic, and a signature part of the bar menu that pairs well with the richer burgushi items.
The Cowfish Burgushi Menu: Signature Sushi-Burger Fusion Rolls Explained
Burgushi is what separates The Cowfish from every other sushi bar or burger joint on the block. Instead of choosing one or the other, the kitchen wraps burger ingredients — seasoned beef, bacon, cheese, even pulled pork — inside soy paper, potato strings, or sushi rice, then finishes the roll with sauces you’d expect on a plate, not a sushi platter.
A few things make these rolls work as more than a gimmick. The proteins are cooked and seasoned exactly as they would be for a standalone burger, so the flavor holds up once it’s rolled. The rice and soy paper add a textural contrast burgers don’t normally have. And the sauces — Cowfish sauce, spicy mayo, chipotle aioli — are built to bridge both cuisines rather than favor one.
If you’re new to burgushi, the Bison Burgushi and Buffalo Chicken Burgushi are approachable starting points before working up to heavier options like the Double Cheeseburgooshi.
Cowfish Menu by Location
Each Cowfish location shares a core menu but adjusts pricing, hours, and a handful of items based on the market.
The Cowfish Sushi Burger Bar Menu Universal
Located in Universal Orlando’s CityWalk, this location runs the longest hours of any Cowfish — Sunday through Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to midnight, and Friday and Saturday until 1 a.m. It’s the busiest location by footfall thanks to theme park traffic, and reservations or the virtual waitlist are recommended during peak hours.
The Cowfish Sushi Burger Bar Menu Orlando
The Orlando menu mirrors the Universal CityWalk location above, since that’s the only Cowfish in the Orlando market. It includes the full lineup of burgers, burgushi, bento boxes, and a dedicated kids’ menu, plus theme-park-friendly offerings like spiked milkshakes for guests 21 and over.
Cowfish Menu Charlotte
The original Cowfish, located in the Village at SouthPark, opened in 2010 and set the template every other location follows. Charlotte pricing tends to run slightly below Orlando on comparable dishes, and the location offers weekly drink specials: half-price martinis on Tuesdays and half-price wine bottles on Wednesdays.
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The Cowfish Kids Menu
Kids’ meals are served in bento boxes rather than a standard plate, which keeps the presentation consistent with the adult menu. Every kids’ entrée is priced the same across most locations.
| Item | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Ninja Nuggets | Flash-fried chicken chunks with dipping sauce | $12.00 |
| Dragon Bitez | Grilled chicken chunks with dipping sauce | $12.00 |
| Gorilla Cheez | Classic grilled cheese | $12.00 |
| Mac & Cheez | Elbow noodles in housemade cheese sauce | $12.00 |
| PB&J Sushi Roll | Peanut butter and jelly rolled in white bread | $12.00 |
| Cowfish Mini Burgers | Two mini beef burgers with American cheese | $12.00 |
| California Roll | Kani, cucumber, avocado | $13.00 |
| Tempura Shrimp Roll | Shrimp tempura, kani | $13.00 |
| Vegetarian Roll | Avocado, cucumber, asparagus | $12.00 |
Drinks, Specials, and Catering
The bar menu covers craft beer, sake, wine, and a rotating list of handspun milkshakes, some spiked for adults. Weekly specials run at multiple locations, including half-price martinis and wine bottle discounts on set weekdays — check your local Cowfish page since these vary by market.
Catering is also available for groups, including build-your-own sushi platters and mini-burger trays, though advance notice is required and pricing adjusts based on group size and selections.
FAQs
What is the dress code at the Cowfish?
The Cowfish doesn’t enforce a formal dress code. It’s a casual dining restaurant, so everyday clothing is fine for lunch, dinner, or a bar seat.
What are some popular Cowfish menu items?
The Fusion Specialty Bento Box, the All-American Bacon Double Cheeseburgooshi, and Doug’s Filet Roll are the most frequently recommended dishes by regulars and reviewers.
Does Cowfish have a happy hour menu?
There’s no traditional happy hour, but most locations run weekly drink specials, such as discounted martinis or wine bottles on specific weekdays.
Who is the owner of Cowfish?
The Cowfish was founded in 2010 by Marcus Hall and Alan Springate, who combined their neighboring burger and sushi restaurants into one concept.
Final Thoughts
The Cowfish earns its reputation by treating both halves of its menu seriously instead of leaning on the fusion gimmick alone. The burgers hold their own as burgers, the sushi holds its own as sushi, and the burgushi rolls give you a reason to try something you can’t order anywhere else. Whether you’re stopping in at CityWalk between rides or grabbing a table in Charlotte or Raleigh, the bento box remains the safest way to taste the full menu in one sitting — everything else on this list is worth working toward on your next visit.