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Kanki Crabtree, Raleigh, NC

Kanki Crabtree

4.5
4.5
829 Reviews
$30 and under
Japanese
4325 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27612

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 31 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • Kid-friendly
Since 1972, Kanki has been the Triangle’s favorite Japanese steakhouse and sushi house.

Our flagship location at Crabtree Valley Mall is also our most widely recognized. Visit our Japanese restaurant in Raleigh for expertly prepared hibachi fare, sushi, noodle dishes and much more. Our Crabtree location also serves up hibachi meals and appetizers at our bar for extended hours after lunch.

Come see why Kanki Crabtree Valley Mall has been voted "Best Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar in the Triangle" for more than 14 years! Our award-winning restaurant provides the perfect setting for a unique family dinner, celebrations or date night.

Kanki will only seat complete parties. Please have all your guests accounted for prior to seating. Incomplete parties must wait to be seated until all has arrived.

An 18% gratuity will be added to parties of 6 or more. Arigato!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Steakhouse, Teppanyaki
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Sat 11:30 am–3:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri 4:30 pm–9:30 pm Sat 3:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (919) 782-9708
  • Website
    http://www.kanki.com/crabtree-valley-mall
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Kanki will only seat complete parties. Please have all your guests accounted for prior to seating. Incomplete parties must wait to be seated until all has arrived. An 18% gratuity will be added to parties of 6 or more. Arigato!
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    4325 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27612
  • Neighborhood
    Raleigh
  • Parking details
    If you are visiting Kanki Crabtree, for your convenience, please park in the Lower Level of the parking deck at the Glenwood Avenue Entrance. All Togo/Takeout orders are to be picked up on the Top Level next to P.F. Changs and Northface.
  • Additional
    Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access

Offers

  • 1/2 Price Bottles of Wine

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 3:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    Enjoy half price bottles of wine all day on Sunday!

  • 1/2 Priced Bottles of Wine

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 12:00 PM - 2:45 PM, 3:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    Enjoy half price bottles of wine all day on Sunday at Kanki Crabtree!

  • Daily Drink Specials

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Thu - 4:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Enjoy daily drink specials all day at Kanki Crabtree Sunday-Thursday

Menu

Kanki Crabtree's menu was last updated on 2/1/2022.

View menu on restaurant's website

What 829 people are saying

Kanki Crabtree reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    Kid-friendly

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    Good for groups

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    Good for special occasions

  • Raleigh

    Kid-friendly

  • Raleigh

    Good for groups

  • Raleigh

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Kanki Crabtree offers a lively dining experience with standout food and a vibrant atmosphere. Patrons appreciate the "excellent staff," "delicious" meals, and "fun" hibachi performances. While some note areas for improvement, such as service pace and special occasion recognition, many find it an enjoyable spot for celebrations and family outings.

829 Reviews

  1. Michele

    Pittsburgh10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent! Thank you! Even knew to ask our party about anyone celebrating a birthday! She felt special! Thanks again!

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  2. Thereasa

    Raleigh1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Good experience

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  3. David

    Raleigh1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great experience. The food and service was excellent.

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  4. Dean

    Raleigh13 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Chef was good. Service was good. Steak was tougher than it should have been. Another patron at our table talked loudly on her cellphone (on speakerphone!) throughout the meal.

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  5. Emily VIP

    Raleigh2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 8, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, the food at Kanki Crabtree didn’t disappoint. Delicious, speedy, and entertaining. Our cook did a phenomenal job “reading the room” and knowing his audience and did not do certain acts that others would have done just bcs that’s what they’re known for. It was a great time!

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  6. Sharon

    Raleigh3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, excellent staff and a great atmosphere. Food was tasty and enjoyed the show.

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  7. Michael

    Greater Boston5 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on March 27, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Zero atmosphere. More like a cafeteria. Understaffed. Half of cocktail orders were mismatch or unavailable. Chef was amiable and capable. Everyone felt rushed. Bills arrived before food was served. Won’t be back.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    New York City1 review

    4.0

    Dined on March 21, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Chicken hibachi overcooked. Steak excellent. Disappointed in cooker … didn’t do a good show as they usually do

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  9. Brooke

    Raleigh1 review

    3.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    Took two young children there for lunch and a “show”. Our chef did nothing!l but, cook the food like he was in the back of the house with nobody watching. Very unimpressed with the ambience and the “fun” aspect of it. The lunch was subpar. Could have purchased from any basic hibachi restaurant.

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  10. KarlaG

    Raleigh2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious!! Staff was so nice. A great experience.

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FAQs

Kanki Crabtree offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (919) 782-9708.

Kanki Crabtree is rated 4.5 stars by 829 OpenTable diners.

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 PM
Booked 31 times today
Google Map for Kanki Crabtree

4325 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27612

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Raleigh
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Sat 11:30 am–3:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri 4:30 pm–9:30 pm Sat 3:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Steakhouse, Teppanyaki
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    If you are visiting Kanki Crabtree, for your convenience, please park in the Lower Level of the parking deck at the Glenwood Avenue Entrance. All Togo/Takeout orders are to be picked up on the Top Level next to P.F. Changs and Northface.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Website
    http://www.kanki.com/crabtree-valley-mall
  • Phone number
    (919) 782-9708
  • Private party facilities
    Kanki will only seat complete parties. Please have all your guests accounted for prior to seating. Incomplete parties must wait to be seated until all has arrived. An 18% gratuity will be added to parties of 6 or more. Arigato!
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