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O-Ku - Charlotte, Charlotte, NC

O-Ku - Charlotte

4.8 (2570)
$30 and under
Japanese
2000 South Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28203

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2 people
8:00 PM
Booked 56 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Hot spot
  • Lively
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.

Additional information

  • Location
    2000 South Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28203
  • 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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O-Ku - Charlotte's menu was last updated on 2/2/2022.

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What 2,570 people are saying

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

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
O-Ku Charlotte offers a "fantastic dining experience" with "outstanding sushi" and "amazing" service. The "attentive staff" and "thoughtful touches" for special occasions make it a "top-notch" choice. The ambiance is lively, and the menu features creative dishes like "truffle toro roll" and "yellowtail carpaccio." A "must-visit" for sushi lovers!
2,570 Reviews

  1. Anika

    Charlotte1 review

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great quality food and wonderful service! The ambience is amazing, would definitely recommend

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  2. Mallory

    Dallas - Fort Worth6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We went for our anniversary and every single person that we interacted with wished us a Happy Anniversary. So sweet. And the chef gave us a special nigiri to try with the glass of champagne we were gifted. It was delicious. As was every single other thing we had that night, my favorites were the Get In My Belly Roll, the Potato Roll. My husband worked with our fabulous server to get a nigiri tasting menu that he enjoyed and loved the Duck Buns. I hesitate on it all not being five stars only because the table we were seated at is kind of in an awkward spot next to the entry way to the restrooms but that minor inconvenience failed in comparison to everything else and it was not a problem in the grand scheme of our experience. We don’t live here, but if we did, rest assured we would be back as regulars!

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  3. Stephen VIP

    Charlotte2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Arisa is the best, next level hospitality! She one of the main reasons I come back again and again. Of course the food and drinks are phenomenal.
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you so much for your kind words, Stephen! We're thrilled to hear that Aerisa continues to make such a positive impression — she truly is exceptional, and we’re lucky to have her. We’re also glad you enjoy the food and drinks, and we can’t wait to welcome you back again soon!

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  4. Armando VIP

    Mexico City44 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food, environment, service, all was fantastic in O-Ku
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded 6 days ago
    Thanks for the wonderful review, Armando! It was a pleasure to take care of you and we hope to welcome you back again soon!

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  5. Ashley VIP

    Charlotte2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    O-Ku made our birthday celebration extremely special! We were all beyond please with the service and food. Thank you again for another wonderful dining experience ☺️
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded on June 26, 2025
    Hey Ashley! Thank you so much for celebrating your birthday with us at Oku! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the service and food—it means a lot to our team. We’re honored to have been a part of your special day and look forward to welcoming you back for more memorable experiences. 😊🎉

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  6. Cindy

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing ambience, service and sushi! We were made to feel very cared for and special on our anniversary. Will be back for sure
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded on June 23, 2025
    Hey Cindy! Thank you so much for the kind words! We're thrilled to hear you had such a wonderful anniversary celebration with us. It means a lot that you felt cared for and special — that’s exactly what we strive for. We can’t wait to welcome you back again soon! 🍣✨

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  7. Irwin VIP

    Charlotte19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food. Great restaurant. Really enjoyed being there with our friends
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded on June 21, 2025
    Thank you so much for your kind words, Irwin! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the food and had a great time with your friends. It means a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you back again soon!

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  8. Aaron

    Charlotte3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic experience. Knowledgeable crew. Outstanding sushi. Tried chef’s flight nigiri, salmon lemon roll, yellowfin carpaccio. Worth every single penny. Amazing service, complementary extra’s that made us feel special. Quality of fish is above premium. Cocktails were impeccable.
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded on June 21, 2025
    Thank you so much for the wonderful review, Aaron! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a fantastic experience and enjoyed everything from the chef’s choice nigiri flight to the cocktails. It means a lot to know our team made you feel special and that the quality of both our food and service stood out. We truly appreciate your kind words, hope the kids had a fun time with their grandparents, and hope to welcome you back for another exceptional visit soon!

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  9. Michelle

    Charlotte1 review

    1.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We were excited to try out O-ku because the photos on instagram looked very good. However, the dining experience was a big disappointment because it felt like O-ku over priced their food and beverage just because they can get away with it being in Charlotte. The nigiris and the rolls we had were pretty much like what you can get at a cheap Japanese restaurant. The fish didn’t taste fresh at all nor were any of them creative in the taste and presentation, vs the amount they charge. Rest assured, we will never visit O-ku again.
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded on June 16, 2025
    Hi Michelle - thank you for your honest feedback. We’re sorry to hear your experience didn’t meet expectations. Our goal is to offer fresh, high-quality dishes with thoughtful presentation, and it’s clear we missed the mark. I’d appreciate the chance to connect with you directly to learn more and see how we can make things right. Please reach out to me directly as we sincerely value your input and hope to have an opportunity to earn back your trust. I'll send you a private message with my contact info in the hopes we can discuss how to give you and your family the quality experience that you truly deserve. At Your Service, Lauren Bachar General Manager

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  10. Celie

    Charlotte1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I went to celebrate my friends birthday and the staff was very friendly and made it a birthday to remember
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded on June 15, 2025
    Hi Celie! Thank you so much for celebrating your friend’s special day with us! We're thrilled to hear that our team helped make it a birthday to remember. Your kind words about the staff mean a lot — we’ll be sure to pass along the compliment. We hope to welcome you back again soon for more memorable moments! 🎉

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FAQs

O-Ku - Charlotte offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (704) 594-1922.

O-Ku - Charlotte is rated 4.8 stars by 2570 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.

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2 people
8:00 PM
Booked 56 times today
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, Wed 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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