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O-Ku - Raleigh, Raleigh, NC

O-Ku - Raleigh

4.9
4.9
1936 Reviews
$30 and under
Japanese

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 48 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Good for groups
O-Ku's menu provides a fresh and innovative take on traditional Japanese sushi and cuisine. Located in the Warehouse District of downtown Raleigh, the restaurant offers rare and unique dining options 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. The beverage program is built around quality ingredients that celebrate Japanese culture .
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Additional information

  • Location
    411 W Hargett St, Raleigh, NC 27603
  • Neighbourhood
    Raleigh
  • Cross Street
    West Hargett Street + South West Street
  • Parking details
    The best parking option would be the Dillion Parking Deck. The parking deck entrances are location either on West Street or Harrington. Also, there are public lots around the vicinity of Oku.
  • Public transit
    Train: Raleigh Union Station (500 Ft South of O-Ku)Bus: West Street at Hargett Street - R13 (Located Immediately Adjacent to O-Ku)
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • O-Ku Sakura Sip-Off

    US$30.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Mar 30, 2025 only
    4:00 p.m.
    Join us for a friendly cocktail competition on Sunday, March 30, featuring some of Raleigh's best bartenders, in partnership with Conniption Gin. Bartenders will go head-to-head with their best Conniption Gin cocktail creation. You will have the opportunity to determine who takes the title, voting for your favorite beverage while enjoying small bites from the team at O-Ku.
    O-Ku Sakura Sip-Off photo

Menu

Happy Hour Pricing Monday Through Thursday, 5-7 P.M Dine in Only

Omakase

Wine & Sake Pairing $50 pp

  • Omakase

    Chef's creative multi-course tasting menu. Inquire about availability

    • ppUS$170.00

Small Plates

  • Miso SoupUS$5.00

    • Seaweed SaladUS$6.00

      traditional preparation

      • Garden Salad^US$7.00

        mixed greens, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, soy balsamic

        • O-Ku Rock Shrimp^US$15.00

          spicy aioli, fried shallots, greens

          • Happy HourUS$10.00

        • Dumplings (6 Pieces)US$13.00

          crunchy soy garlic

          • Happy HourUS$9.00

        • Carpaccio*US$17.00

          yellowtail, mango, serrano, thai basil oil, ponzu

          • Usuzukuri* ^US$16.00

            salmon, pickled wasabi, truffle ponzu, black salt

            • Happy HourUS$12.00

          • Tuna Crudo* ^US$19.00

            akami, avocado mousse, lemon, wasabi soy, crispy shallot

            • Edamame

              • Traditional (Gluten Free)US$6.00
              • Pink Himalayan Salt & Truffle Oil (Gluten Free)US$7.00
              • Spiced ChiliUS$7.00

            • ShishitoUS$10.00

              yuzu soy, sea salt

              • Happy HourUS$7.00

            • Toro Spoons* ^ (4)US$24.00

              o-toro, uni, pickled wasabi, caviar, ponzu

              • West St WingsUS$15.00

                oku-sweet chili, sesame, oshinko

                • Pork Belly WrapUS$16.00

                  carmelized nouc cham, asian slaw, sesame

                  • OctopusUS$25.00

                    gochujang glaze, kabocha squash puree, smoked paprika, yuzu olive oil

                    Robata Yaki

                    • Gyuniku^US$18.00

                      C.A.B hanger, onion chips

                      • Kamo Negi^US$18.00

                        5-spice duck breast, raspberry gastrique, scallions

                        • KinokoUS$14.00

                          oyster mushroom, chives

                          Entrees

                          • Donburi ChickenUS$25.00

                            chicken thigh, seasonal vegetables, ajitsuke egg, steamed rice, yuzu soy

                            • Curry NoodleUS$20.00

                              spicy coconut curry, ramen noodles, cabbage

                              • Pan Seared Salmon^US$29.00

                                miso soy butter, creamy orzo, charred lemon

                                • Hanger^US$35.00

                                  pan-seared, medium, crispy nori potatoes, sansho peppercorn demi-glace

                                  Signature Nigiri

                                  • Tuna*US$9.50

                                    guacamole, spicy ponzu

                                    • Hamachi*US$8.50

                                      aburi, uni, truffle chili

                                      • Salmon*US$8.00

                                        truffle aioli, golden trout roe

                                        • Sea Bream*US$8.50

                                          yuzu marmalade, shiso, yuzu tobiko

                                          • Lobster*US$17.00

                                            lemon aioli, black lava salt

                                            • O-Toro*

                                              kaluga caviar, chives

                                              • MP

                                            • Wagyu A-5*

                                              foie gras, kizami

                                              • MP

                                            Tobanyaki

                                            • Hamachi KamaUS$32.00

                                              grilled yellowtail cheek, seasonal veg, sesame, miso butter

                                              • A5 Japanese Wagyu

                                                highest quality japanese black cattle

                                                • 2 oz MinimumUS$35.00

                                              • Lobster KinokoUS$40.00

                                                8 oz lobster, assorted mushroom, yuzu miso butter

                                                Moriawase

                                                Chef's Choice of Fish

                                                • 8 Pieces Nigiri*US$41.00

                                                  • 12 Pieces Sashimi*US$54.00

                                                    • 8 Pieces Nigiri & 12 Pieces Sashimi*US$72.00

                                                      Nigiri [1 Piece] & Sashimi [2 Pieces]

                                                      • Maguro*US$9.00

                                                        red tuna

                                                        • ChutoroUS$15.00

                                                          • O-Toro*

                                                            fatty blue fin tuna

                                                            • MP

                                                          • Sake*US$7.00

                                                            scottish salmon

                                                            • Madai*US$8.00

                                                              sea bream

                                                              • Hamachi*US$7.00

                                                                yellowtail

                                                                • Kanpachi*US$6.50

                                                                  yellow jack

                                                                  • Shima Aji*US$8.00

                                                                    striped jack

                                                                    • Amaebi* (1 Piece)US$8.00

                                                                      sweet shrimp

                                                                      • UnagiUS$6.00

                                                                        fresh water eel

                                                                        • Japanese Uni* (1 Piece)

                                                                          sea urchin

                                                                          • MP

                                                                        • Hotate*US$6.00

                                                                          scallop

                                                                          • Tako*US$5.00

                                                                            octopus

                                                                            • EbiUS$3.50

                                                                              poached shrimp

                                                                              • Ikura* (1 Piece)US$6.00

                                                                                salmon roe

                                                                                Signature Temaki

                                                                                • Baja CaliUS$14.00

                                                                                  blue crab, avocado, pickled wasabi aioli, masago

                                                                                  • Creme De La CremeUS$25.00

                                                                                    otoro, japanese uni, kaluga caviar, chive

                                                                                    • NegihamaUS$12.00

                                                                                      hamachi, green yuzu kosho, red tobiko, lemon, scallion

                                                                                      • Spicy ChirashiUS$13.00

                                                                                        chef's choice fish, gochujang, takuan, rice puff

                                                                                        • LobsterUS$16.00

                                                                                          butter poached, wasabi aioli, asparagus, lava salt

                                                                                          • Unagi-KyuUS$13.00

                                                                                            fresh-water eel, sweet soy, sansho-peppercorn, cucumber

                                                                                            Wagyu Signatures

                                                                                            • A-5 Kagoshima TartareUS$54.00

                                                                                              seared wagyu tartare, wasabi aioli, cured bone marrow, furikake wonton

                                                                                              • A-5 Katsu SandoUS$62.00

                                                                                                shokupan, tonkatsu, wasabi aioli, kaluga caviar, chive

                                                                                                Signature Maki

                                                                                                Upcharge Kani to Lump Crab $9

                                                                                                • Salmon & Lemon*US$15.00

                                                                                                  kani, avocado, cucumber, salmon, lemon aioli, yuzu tobiko

                                                                                                  • Happy HourUS$9.00

                                                                                                • Spicy Tuna Crunch*US$14.00

                                                                                                  spicy tuna, cucumber, spicy mayo, tempura crunch

                                                                                                  • Happy HourUS$9.00

                                                                                                • Cali Crunch*US$13.00

                                                                                                  kani, cucumber, avocado, eel sauce, tempura crunch

                                                                                                  • Happy HourUS$8.00

                                                                                                • Rainbow*US$16.00

                                                                                                  kani, cucumber, avocado, hamachi, salmon, tuna, ebi

                                                                                                  • Happy HourUS$11.00

                                                                                                • Tsunami Roll*US$15.00

                                                                                                  panko fried, salmon, scallop, avocado, kewpie mayo, eel sauce, scallions

                                                                                                  • Happy HourUS$9.00

                                                                                                • Emperor*US$27.00

                                                                                                  tempura lobster, avocado, wagyu, spicy aioli, eel sauce, crispy onion

                                                                                                  • HaruUS$14.00

                                                                                                    greens, cucumber, avocado, inari sesame dressing

                                                                                                    • Angry Salmon*US$17.00

                                                                                                      salmon, avocado, spicy tuna, serrano, spicy ponzu, arare

                                                                                                      • Kurama*US$17.00

                                                                                                        spicy tuna, shrimp tempura, salmon, eel sauce, truffle oil

                                                                                                        • White Spider*US$16.00

                                                                                                          soft shell crab, spicy salmon, cucumber, masago, mango puree, eel sauce

                                                                                                          • O-Baby*US$18.00

                                                                                                            tuna, shrimp tempura, kani, avocado, o-sauce

                                                                                                            • MamushiUS$18.00

                                                                                                              hamachi, spicy tuna, salmon, serrano, cucumber, wasabi soy, red tobiko, scallions

                                                                                                              • The DillonUS$18.00

                                                                                                                tempura shrimp, poached shrimp, kanpyo, cucumber, spicy aioli, sweet soy, chives

                                                                                                                Hakozushi

                                                                                                                • Black MagicUS$28.00

                                                                                                                  lobster, squid ink rice, spicy aioli, masago, chives, shallots

                                                                                                                  • Akira*US$21.00

                                                                                                                    maguro, spicy tuna, lemon, serrano yuzu aioli, sweet soy

                                                                                                                    Last updated: March 21, 2025

                                                                                                                    What 1,936 people are saying

                                                                                                                    Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                                                    Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                                                    4.9
                                                                                                                    4.9 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                                    • 4.9Food
                                                                                                                    • 4.9Service
                                                                                                                    • 4.8Ambience
                                                                                                                    • 4.5Value

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                                                                                                                    • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

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                                                                                                                    Review summary

                                                                                                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                                    O-Ku - Raleigh offers an exquisite dining experience with "amazing atmosphere, great food and service." Known for "phenomenal sushi" and "exceptional service," it's perfect for special occasions. The vibrant ambiance, "wonderful staff," and diverse menu make it a "must-visit" for sushi enthusiasts in Raleigh.
                                                                                                                    1,936 Reviews

                                                                                                                    1. Shweta

                                                                                                                      Raleigh1 review

                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      The restaurant was really pretty and the food was delicious. Everything we got was 10/10 and I highly recommend the emperor roll it’s so good. A great date night spot

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                                                                                                                    2. Jay

                                                                                                                      Washington DC11 reviews

                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      Austin was a great hostess and waiter. I enjoyed all of her recommendations.

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                                                                                                                    3. Te’Von

                                                                                                                      Charlotte3 reviews

                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      Everything was delicious and very well prepared. I can assure you that a good time would be had. Eric was an amazing waiter and I would highly recommend that you request him.

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                                                                                                                    4. Erin VIP

                                                                                                                      Charleston4 reviews

                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      We went here for my birthday dinner, and everyone at the restaurant went out of their way to make it a truly exceptional evening. All of the food was amazing, but the service here was definitely next level. We will definitely be coming back soon.

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                                                                                                                    5. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                                                      Raleigh1 review

                                                                                                                      4.0

                                                                                                                      Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      Food and Service are always great at O-Ku and Nicole continued that tradition.

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                                                                                                                    6. Shauna

                                                                                                                      Nashville2 reviews

                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      Dined 5 days ago

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      Lovely service and great food! We come here usually once or twice a year and the food is always exactly as expected and of the same excellent quality each time.

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                                                                                                                    7. OpenTable Diner VIP

                                                                                                                      Greensboro6 reviews

                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 3
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      When we first walked in, the hostess was honestly pretty rude. Terrible first impression, but the rest of our experience was top notch! We got the Uzu dish at the recommendation of our waiter and we were not disappointed! In addition to that, we got the black magic (a perfect dish) as well as the lobster tamaki and their dumplings. Absolutely delicious experience, I cannot wait to come back (and hope the hostess has a better day that day)!!

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                                                                                                                    8. Omar

                                                                                                                      Raleigh2 reviews

                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      Dined on March 16, 2025

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      Amazing food, sushi and desserts. Server was amazing. Been here a few times and it’s always great!

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                                                                                                                    9. samuel

                                                                                                                      Raleigh1 review

                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      Dined on March 15, 2025

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      incredible birthday dinner. staff did so much to make me feel special on my birthday. our server, clint, was extremely knowledgeable and handled our rowdy table super well. best sushi and staff in town

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                                                                                                                    10. Nagib VIP

                                                                                                                      Raleigh14 reviews

                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      Dined on March 14, 2025

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      My new favorite place to go to! Amazing waitress Gina!!

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                                                                                                                    FAQs

                                                                                                                    O-Ku - Raleigh offers delivery in partnership with Chow Now. O-Ku - Raleigh also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (919) 792-3777.

                                                                                                                    O-Ku - Raleigh is rated 4.9 stars by 1936 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                                                    O-Ku - Raleigh 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.

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                                                                                                                    2 people
                                                                                                                    7:00 p.m.
                                                                                                                    Booked 48 times today
                                                                                                                    Experiences are available.
                                                                                                                    Google Map for O-Ku - Raleigh

                                                                                                                    411 W Hargett St, Raleigh, NC 27603

                                                                                                                    Additional information

                                                                                                                    • Cross Street
                                                                                                                      West Hargett Street + South West Street
                                                                                                                    • Neighbourhood
                                                                                                                      Raleigh
                                                                                                                    • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                                      Mon, Tue, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
                                                                                                                    • Price
                                                                                                                      $30 and under
                                                                                                                    • Cuisines
                                                                                                                      Japanese, Sushi, Cocktail Bar
                                                                                                                    • Dining style
                                                                                                                      Casual Dining
                                                                                                                    • Dress code
                                                                                                                      Business Casual
                                                                                                                    • Parking details
                                                                                                                      The best parking option would be the Dillion Parking Deck. The parking deck entrances are location either on West Street or Harrington. Also, there are public lots around the vicinity of Oku.
                                                                                                                    • Public transit
                                                                                                                      Train: Raleigh Union Station (500 Ft South of O-Ku)Bus: West Street at Hargett Street - R13 (Located Immediately Adjacent to O-Ku)
                                                                                                                    • Payment Options
                                                                                                                      AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                                    • Executive Chef
                                                                                                                      Cuong Le
                                                                                                                    • Additional
                                                                                                                      Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                                                    • Delivery & takeout
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