Kanki Crabtree

Name: Kanki Crabtree
Address: 4325 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh, NC, United States, 27612
Telephone: (919) 782-9708
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.5

4.5 (844)

$30 and under

Japanese

4325 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27612

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2 people

Jul 2, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 23 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

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What 844 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.4Service
4.4Ambience
4.3Value

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 hibachi dining experience with "delicious, speedy, and entertaining" food. Guests appreciate the "great atmosphere" and talented chefs, making it an ideal spot for "special occasions." While some found the service less enthusiastic, the overall experience remains positive with "great food and fun entertainment."

844 Reviews

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Trisha
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill1 review
1.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
We took out granddaughter for the first time so she could experience the fun and excitement and we had a chef who didn’t do any of the tricks or even talk to us! He was quiet the entire time! Waste of money.
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Doyc
Oklahoma City7 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Pretty good food, price is reasonable. Drinks are just ok.
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Franklin
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill12 reviews
2.0
Dined on June 24, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
I had not been in a while, but what has happened to this place and how are that many people still going? The prices have gone way up, but I figure you are paying for a show, so not the end of the world. Our chef did a half hearted onion volcano, and that was it. Not a single word spoken, no tossing, no tricks, attempted an egg crack on the spatula, missed and it fell on an unoiled part of the grill and burned immediately then just gave up on that completely. Even worse, the food was terrible, and that is so hard to do with hibachi. There was no show at the end, spinning of any utensils, shrimp tossing, nada. He didn’t oil the grill well and it was running really hot so a lot of stuff cooked oddly and he used an insane amount of salt, and that is from someone who never complains about food being too salty. Maybe he was new but he seemed more just unhappy with his job. If I want barely edible hibachi without a show, I can get it for 1/3 the price on about every corner.
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Tammy
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill10 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 21, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Food and service are average. The charm of this place has worn off over time. Not even the show is fun anymore.
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Gregory
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill4 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our table chef was one of the more talented in our visits to Kanki. Always one of our favorite dining experiences.
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Stephen
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill4 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We returned to where we had our 1st wedding anniversary, 40 years later. It's a great special occasion restaurant. We had good cranberry whisky sours, too. Our table mates were good company, too.
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Steve
South Carolina2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Good food and it’s always good entertainment Everyone enjoyed
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Erin VIP
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill8 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great time! Our hibachi chef was super fun and interactive. Our food was delicious and our 11 year old loved it. We also vibed with the people at our table which was an added bonus. Great way to spend a mid Sunday afternoon!
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Tiffany
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
2.0
Dined on May 30, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The food was just average. I’ve had hibachi just as good in the mall food court. Definitely not impressed.
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Mike
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill1 review
5.0
Dined on May 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience for my daughter’s 7th birthday. Thank you!
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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 844 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 2, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 23 times today

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!

Kanki Crabtree

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Offers

1/2 Price Bottles of Wine

1/2 Priced Bottles of Wine

Daily Drink Specials

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What 844 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

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