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O-Ku

Name: O-Ku
Address: 463 King St, Charleston, SC, United States, 29403
Telephone: (843) 737-0112
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.9

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$30 and under

Japanese

463 King St, Charleston, SC 29403

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2 people

Jun 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 55 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails
Hot spot

O-Ku, a Japanese restaurant in Charleston, South Carolina, is a triumph of execution and concept. The restaurant's menu is a modern take on traditional Japanese cuisine, and it features fresh, seasonal ingredients that are prepared with care. The dishes are beautifully presented, and the flavors are both complex and delicate. Focused on incorporating authentically Japanese flavors into the fare, O-Ku's menu is comprised of signature contemporary Japanese entrées and traditional sushi of the season reflecting the uniquely designed space. Guests can enjoy chef specialties including kurobuta pulled pork don-buri, braised short rib with shiso pesto, coconut curry, and hakozushi a box-style sushi. A wide variety of nigiri, sashimi and crudos are also available. The beverage program at O-Ku is a sophisticated blend of specialty cocktails, premium sake, bubbles, red and white wines and unique beer selections.

Why they're an Icon

From the OpenTable editors: James Beard semifinalists Steve Palmer and Kimball Brienza of the Indigo Road group opened the first O-Ku in Charleston in 2010. The modern Japanese restaurant deals sushi in every form—sashimi, nigiri, rolls, hand rolls, and cones—in a sleek black space filled with twisted tree branches. Esquire called it one of the hottest openings of 2010, Travel + Leisure ranked it one of the best sushi restaurants in the country in 2013, and today it counts eight locations across the South.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Japanese, Sushi, Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(843) 737-0112
Website
https://www.o-kusushi.com/location/o-ku-charleston/?y_source=1_ODE4NDQwNjctODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU%3D
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
463 King St, Charleston, SC 29403
Neighborhood
Downtown Charleston
Cross street
King Street & Radcliffe Street
Parking details
O-Ku is located on Upper King Street which offers ample on-street parking.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,865 people are saying

O-Ku reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.6Value

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Good for groups
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Hot spot
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Good for special occasions
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O-Ku delivers a remarkable dining experience, celebrated for its "absolutely amazing food" and "exceptional service." Guests love their fresh sushi and personalized touches for special occasions. The ambiance is "stylish and welcoming," making it perfect for celebrations or casual nights out. "Highly recommend" for an unforgettable meal in Charleston.

2,865 Reviews

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Brooke
South Carolina1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent!! Service exceptional. Food fantastic.
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Jim VIP
South Carolina81 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We always enjoy our dinners at Oku. They have some unique menu options.
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Faris VIP
South Carolina5 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic dinner. Waitress was very knowledgeable about gluten free options which was nice. Spring rolls to die for!
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Tyler
Greater Boston13 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such an amazing experience. From the food and service all the way to the small touches and details. Great place to go and I’ll definitely be back on my next trip here.
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Kayla
Philadelphia County5 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
absolutely amazing food and delicious drinks. GREAT service
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Eric
South Carolina1 review
5.0
Dined on June 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding happy hour prices and selection. Service was excellent!
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Ralph
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on June 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Try the popcorn shrimp . Best sushi in town. Sam is a great server
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Dave
South Carolina11 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
great service, great good is all someone can ask for
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Dani
South Carolina1 review
5.0
Dined on June 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely incredible service and delicious food. Highly recommend for a birthday dinner, or just a nice dinner and drinks night. Staff was so awesome and attentive I will be back!!
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Melissa VIP
Atlanta8 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
O ku is always a great experience and the food quality is above the rest.
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FAQs

O-Ku offers delivery in partnership with Chow Now. O-Ku also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (843) 737-0112.

O-Ku is rated 4.9 stars by 2865 OpenTable diners.

O-Ku 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

Jun 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 55 times today

463 King St, Charleston, SC 29403

Additional information

Cross street
King Street & Radcliffe Street
Neighborhood
Downtown Charleston
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 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 Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
O-Ku is located on Upper King Street which offers ample on-street parking.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
https://www.o-kusushi.com/location/o-ku-charleston/?y_source=1_ODE4NDQwNjctODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU%3D
Phone number
(843) 737-0112

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