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O-Ku - Charlotte, Charlotte, NC

O-Ku - Charlotte

4.8
4.8
2417 Reviews
$30 and under
Japanese

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 65 times today
  • Hot spot
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
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

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Sushi, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Mon 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
  • Phone number
    (704) 594-1922
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
  • Private party contact
    Meghan Sturgeon: (980) 222-5756
  • Neighborhood
    Southend
  • Cross street
    E. Tremont Ave
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeout
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What 2,417 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Charlotte

    Hot spot

  • Charlotte

    Hot spot

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
O-Ku in Charlotte offers an extraordinary dining experience with "amazing food" and "exceptional service." Known for its fresh sushi and creative cocktails, the restaurant excels in personalized celebrations, often surprising guests with thoughtful gifts. The staff is attentive, making it a top choice for special occasions, as many guests "highly recommend" it.

2,417 Reviews
  1. Chanel

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff made my daughter’s 16th birthday so special. They even gave her a very nice birthday gift. The best sushi in Charlotte!
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded today
    Hey Chanel! We had such a nice time celebrating Sweet Sixteen with y'all, and we are so glad she loved her gift! We look forward to seeing you again soon!

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  2. KeyWestRegular

    Charlotte

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Start to finish exceptional experience. Fantastic service and everything was delicious.
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for the five star review!

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  3. Chelsea

    Portland

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and amazing service. Our server Tony was phenomenal.
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded today
    Hey Chelsea! Thanks for leaving us this wonderful review and for shouting out Tony's service - we agree! We think he's pretty phenomenal ourselves! We look forward to seeing you again soon.

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  4. Todd

    VIP

    Greece

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I’d say that O-ku does live up to its reputation as being the top sushi in Charlotte largely due to freshness of food, outstanding ambiance and quality service. 2 caveats though, a few in our party were drinking and said the margaritas were super weak (while still being $15/each) and take note there isn’t much on the menu if you need a substantial dish to fill you up. Closest thing we found was chicken teriyaki with rice. It truly is a sushi restaurant NOT trying to be an all in one Asian restaurant with things like dumplings, Thai dishes, etc…
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded 1 day ago
    Hey Todd! Thank you for taking the time to leave us this wonderful review! We are so glad to know that you think the food, ambiance, and service hold up to our highly regarded reputation of excellence. We can't wait to welcome you back again soon!

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  5. Megan

    VIP

    Charlotte

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was my friends birthday and the entire team at O-Ku made her feel extra special. The host, the busers, wait staff, etc everyone said happy birthday…it was even on the menu. And they brought a birthday dish that was delicious, South End Shrimp, order it!!! Also they were out of her favorite roll (potato roll) bc they have to roll it before shift it is so intricate, we were bummed but moved on everything was so good. Towards the end of the meal they brought out a potato roll they rolled especially for us! Amazing! I rarely give words reviews but Mayling and team were awesome. Thank you!!
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded 2 days ago
    Megan! This review has us absolutely over the moon to be in receipt of! We are SO glad that your friend felt celebrated and that you both loved the food and Meiling's above and beyond service. We truly look forward to many more visits from you!

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  6. Ervon

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    I’ve always enjoyed dining at O’Ku, but my recent visit left me a little disappointed. Everything about the experience was great overall—lovely atmosphere, attentive service, and quality food—but I was disheartened to discover that the best sushi roll, the Hot and Heavy, is no longer on the menu. I decided to try the Truffle Toro roll, and my date opted for the Mermaid Roll. While both were decent, they didn’t quite measure up to the bold flavors and balance of the Hot and Heavy. I really hope O’Ku considers bringing it back—it was truly a standout dish. We also shared the Southend Shrimp and a salad, which were both delicious. My date enjoyed a cocktail, and I had a refreshing ginger beer to round out the meal. O’Ku remains a solid choice for sushi in Charlotte, but the absence of the Hot and Heavy roll was definitely felt. Here’s hoping it makes a comeback!
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded 3 days ago
    Hey Evron! Thanks for taking the time to leave us this wonderful, detailed review. We are so glad to know you enjoyed your experience, in spite of your favorite roll no longer being on the menu. We strive to keep a healthy rotation of menu items which highlight seasonal ingredients, but we will take your feedback to heart in terms of our next menu refresh! We hope to see you again soon!

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  7. Constance

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing Gluten Free experience! We had several rolls and the edamame. Highly recommend!!
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded 3 days ago
    Hey Constance! Thank you for taking the time to leave this wonderful feedback! We are so glad you had an amazing gluten-free time! See you again soon!

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  8. Kristen

    Cincinnati

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Once again had the most fabulous experience at Oku. We have celebrated all our big events here, engagement, anniversaries and now my husbands 30th birthday where they went above and beyond making our experience out of this world. I’m so thankful for all the memories we’ve shared here, which is why we come back from Ohio every single year to enjoy their amazing hospitality and food. Thank you to Trey and all of the amazing team!
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded 6 days ago
    Kristen & Tyler - we look forward to celebrating with you always, and are so glad to be at your service for special memory making for many years to come!

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  9. Dawn

    Charlotte

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    We asked for 2 seats at the sushi bar; I said in the notes on Open Table and called at 4:30 to confirm and was told that they make every attempt to honor requests. When we got there they tried to seat us at a table near the door. I again asked for the sushi bar and we waited another 30 minutes while only 3 people were seated there! Drink orders took forever and the food was disappointing.
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded 6 days ago
    Hi Dawn - We're truly sorry to hear about your experience and apologize for the inconvenience you faced with the seating and service. We strive to accommodate all guest requests and understand how frustrating it must have been to wait longer than expected. Additionally, we’re sorry to hear that the drink service and food did not meet your expectations. We will address these concerns with our team to ensure improvements are made. We hope you’ll consider giving us another chance to provide a better experience in the future. If you'll consider another visit, I would love to personally assist with the reservation to ensure we really knock it out of the park for you. Please feel free to contact me directly. At Your Service, Lauren Bachar General Manager

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  10. barbara

    Fort Lauderdale

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food. Fantastic service. Always a treat to dine here.
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded on December 22, 2024
    Hi Barbara! You are always a treat to take care of! We look forward to seeing you soon, thanks for leaving us this awesome review!

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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 2417 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 PM
Booked 65 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for O-Ku - Charlotte

2000 South Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28203

Additional information

  • Cross street
    E. Tremont Ave
  • Neighborhood
    Southend
  • Hours of operation
    Mon 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
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Sushi, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeout
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