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O-Ku - Charlotte, Charlotte, NC
O-Ku - Charlotte, Charlotte, NC
O-Ku - Charlotte, Charlotte, NC
O-Ku - Charlotte, Charlotte, NC
O-Ku - Charlotte, Charlotte, NC

O-Ku - Charlotte

4.8
4.8
2477 Reviews
$30 and under
Japanese

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
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Booked 65 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Hot spot
O-Ku's menu provides a fresh and innovative take on traditional Japanese sushi and cuisine. The South End restaurant offers rare and unique dining options along with traditional sashimi and specialty rolls, highlighting seafood from the finest fish markets in Tokyo and Hawaii alongside local and seasonal ingredients. Reminiscent of traditional Japanese culture, O-Ku's menu is comprised of signature starters, contemporary Japanese entrees and seasonal traditional sushi that reflect the uniquely designed space.

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Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Sushi, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Wed 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Tue, Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
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What 2,477 people are saying

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Charlotte

    Best Food

  • Charlotte

    Best Food

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
O-Ku in Charlotte shines with "amazing service" and "delicious food," making it a top choice for special occasions. Guests rave about the personalized touches, like birthday gifts and customized menus. The sushi is praised as "the best in Charlotte," and the restaurant's "thoughtful hospitality" transforms every visit into a memorable experience.
2,477 Reviews
  1. Samantha

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    O-Ku is my go to place whenever celebrating something special. The food and service are always top notch!
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded today
    Hey Samantha! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this wonderful review. We are so humbled and honored to be highly considered as your go-to for celebrations. We look forward to your next special occasion soon!

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  2. Patrick

    Charlotte

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall great experience at O-Ku as always. The food and drinks were top notch, and Tony who waited on us was fantastic. The whole staff was super friendly and checked on us throughout the night. Not my first time at O-Ku and definitely won’t be my last!
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded 2 days ago
    Hey Patrick! Thank you so much for leaving us this wonderful review. I know Tony and the whole crew really enjoyed taking care of you for your anniversary, and we are so glad that the team left such a memorable impact on the overall experience. We're glad the food and drinks were as excellent as the service and we will certainly look forward to seeing you both again soon!

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  3. MaryS

    VIP

    Charlotte

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter Ryan was exceptional as always! Food was so fresh and delicious.
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded 2 days ago
    Hey Mary! Thank you so much for leaving us this kind review. We are so glad to know that Ryan helped make your experience so exceptional, as always. We look forward to celebrating the next milestone accomplishment with you, and thanks for continuing to choose Oku for your celebrations!

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Alabama

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had the pleasure of having the omakase at O-Ku recently. From the moment I walked in, I felt like I was a special guest. The hostess and waitstaff (I believe my waitress’s name was Jasmine; I wish I had asked again) were beyond welcoming and wonderful. I had seven amazing courses over about 2.5 hours. Every dish was thoughtfully created and beautifully executed. I loved learning about the seafood in each dish and that a surprising amount comes from Tsukiji Fish Market in Japan. I could not sing enough praises for this experience. The atmosphere, the staff, and the food were beyond incredible and out-valued the cost of the experience tenfold. I will visit O-Ku every time I’m in Charolette. Thank you for a truly wonderful experience.
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded 2 days ago
    Hey there! Thank you so much for leaving us this wonderful glowing review. Jasmine and the culinary team had a wonderful time showcasing our creativity and some of our finest products during your recent omakase experience. We are thrilled to know that not only the food was above expectations, but that the service, ambience, and even the warm welcome at the door helped make the experience so memorable. We will sincerely look forward to your next visit to the Queen City!

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  5. Aj

    Charlotte

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is my son’s favorite sushi place so we just celebrated his bday there. We had the otoro spoons (my personal favorite), black magic roll (my sons favorite) and salmon usuzukuri amongst at few other things. Everything was excellent from the food to the service. They even brought birthday dessert (thank you)!
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded 4 days ago
    Hey AJ! Thanks for taking the time to leave us this thoughtful review. We are so glad to know that you and your family loved celebrating with us! We are thrilled that the food as well as the service and special touches helped make the experience so memorable. We look forward to seeing you and your family again soon!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Omaha

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was awesome and the food game out in a timely manner. Really delicious.
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded today
    Hey there! Thanks for leaving us this awesome review. We are so glad you loved the service and thought the food was delicious too! We look forward to seeing you again soon!

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  7. Maya

    VIP

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My mom was in town visiting and our server Mei Ling was amazing! Perfectly attentive, great personality, and the whole dinner experience completely made my mom’s trip. Huge shout out to her, and O-ku is my favorite restaurant in charlotte! The fish is so fresh, never fishy, and you can’t go wrong with anything you order on the menu.
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded 3 days ago
    Hey Maya! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this wonderful review. We are so glad that Meiling's service made your experience so wonderfully memorable! Thank you for the compliments on the food as well - we are thrilled to be your favorite restaurant in the Queen City! We look forward to seeing you again soon!

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  8. Evan

    VIP

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing, our server was very knowledgeable of the menu and helpful with suggestions.
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded 5 days ago
    Hey Evan! Thank you so much for the kind words about the quality of the food as well as the service. We look forward to you joining us again in the future!

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  9. Kristen

    VIP

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Our time at O-ku - Charlotte was good overall. The sashimi, nigiri, and rolls were well prepared and tasty. One thing that can improve was the wait time for a table. We got there 5 mins early, but they made us wait for a table for 20 minutes after our scheduled reservation. The service was great. The food was pricy, but tasted really good. They personalized the menu for a special ocassion we were celebrating. I would go back again for a special event, but not casually.
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded 7 days ago
    Hey Kristen! Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We're so glad to hear that you enjoyed the food and that our team was able to help make your special occasion even more memorable with a personalized menu. We also appreciate your feedback about the wait time. We strive to seat our guests promptly, especially for reservations, and will be addressing this with our front desk team to ensure a smoother experience moving forward. We’re grateful for your kind words and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for another special event in the future!

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  10. Anthony

    VIP

    Charlotte

    63 reviews

    5.0

    63 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful meal and experience. The apps and small plates are perfect for our sized group of 3. The Duck Buns...Waygu app....Crispy Kimchi Rice....all very well prepared and delicious. Great spot for dates and group dinners. Great decor and vibe.
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded 7 days ago
    Hey Anthony! Thanks so much for leaving us this wonderful review. We are so glad to know that you enjoyed not only the cuisine but also the overall ambiance. We look forward to welcoming you back for another date night soon!

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FAQs

O-Ku - Charlotte does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now. O-Ku - Charlotte also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (704) 594-1922.

O-Ku - Charlotte is rated 4.8 stars by 2477 OpenTable diners.

O-Ku - Charlotte does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Find next available

At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

Booked 65 times today
Google Map for O-Ku - Charlotte

2000 South Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28203

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Sushi, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Wed 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Tue, Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
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