O-ku Jacksonville Beach

Name: O-ku Jacksonville Beach
Address: 502 1st St N, Jacksonville Beach, FL, United States, 32250
Telephone: (904) 694-2770
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.9

4.9

547 Reviews

$30 and under

Japanese

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O-Ku provides a fresh and innovative take on traditional Japanese sushi and cuisine. O-Ku's menu is comprised of signature starters, contemporary Japanese entrees and seasonal traditional sushi that reflect the uniquely designed space. The beachside location with waterfront and rooftop dining offers traditional sashimi and specialty rolls, sourcing seafood from the finest fish markets in Tokyo and Hawaii alongside local and seasonal ingredients.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 9, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 57 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Japanese, Sushi, Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(904) 694-2770
Website
https://www.o-kusushi.com/location/o-ku-jacksonville-beach/?y_source=1_ODE4NDQwNzUtODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Resort Casual
Executive chef
Chef Billy Brannen

Location
502 1st St N, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
Neighborhood
Jacksonville Beach
Cross street
4th Ave North and 1st St North
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Edamame$6.00
Sea salt, truffle or sweet and spicy
Miso Soup$5.00
Wakame, tofu, scallion
Poke Tacos$21.00
Avocado, sweet sesame soy, cilantro aioli
Yellowtail Jalapeno Carpaccio$17.00
Citrus soy, jalapeno, micro greens, basil oil
- HH$11.00
Lobster Temaki$21.00
Butter-poached lobster, red beets, lava salt, cilantro aioli
Tuna Crudo$20.00
Tuna sashimi, wasabi soy, lemon, shallot, avocado mousse
Usuzukuri$18.00
King salmon, black lava salt, wasabi stem, truffle ponzu, micro greens
- HH$12.00
0-Toro Spoons
Bluefin tuna belly, wasabi stem, uni, caviar, citrus soy
- Mkt
Asian Mixed Greens$12.00
Candied walnut, balsamic soy dressing, seasonal garnish
Agedashi Tofu$11.00
Crispy tofu, mushroom soy broth, scallion, bonito flake
Wagyu Tartare Toast$18.00
Cilantro aioli, shallot, soy mushroom, kizami, crostini
O-Ku Rock Shrimp$14.00
Crispy fried shrimp, spicy aioli, mixed greens, chive; Jax Beach Style: cilantro aioli, mango salsa
- HH$9.00
Black Magic$22.00
Squid ink rice, fried lobster, crispy shallot, spicy aioli, chive
Dumpling Dim Sum$14.00
Crispy pork & leek gyoza, ponzu & sweet chili
- HH$9.00
O-Ku Style Wings$14.00
Joyce farms frenched wings tossed in firecracker sauce
- HH$9.00
Kakuni$14.00
Crispy pork belly, hoisin bbq, pickled red cabbage

Entrees

Teriyaki Chicken Donburi$20.00
House made teriyaki, seasonal vegetables
Miso Salmon$24.00
King salmon filet, miso beurre blanc, roasted broccolini
Karaage Cauliflower$14.00
Tempura cauliflower, firecracker sauce, crispy onion, scallion and peanuts
Curry Udon$20.00
Coconut milk curry, bell pepper, sweet onion, cilantro, udon noodles
Sauteed Vegetables$6.00
Steamed Rice$5.00

Signature Nigiri

Sake Dreams$8.00
Aburi style salmon, truffle aioli, smoked salmon roe
Old Yeller$8.00
Yellowtail, jalapeño relish, tobiko
The Big Eye$9.00
Akami tuna, avocado, spicy ponzu, rice pearls
Creme de La Creme
O-toro, uni, caviar
- Mkt
Lobster
Spiced butter, lava salt, chives
- Mkt
Kobe Style$16.00
A-5 wagyu, foie gras, wasabi stem
The Sidekick$7.00
Suzuki, yuzu marmalade, tobiko, shiso

Omakase

Omakase
Chef's multi course tasting menu
- pp$125.00
- Sake Pairing$50.00

Tobanyaki

A-5 Japanese Wagyu Beef
Wasabi stem, togarashi salt (2 oz min.)
- per oz$25.00

Nigiri (1 Pc.) & Sashimi (2 Pc.)

"Aburi Style" Soy Glazed & Torched +1 | Side Truffle Ponzu +5 Pickld Wasabi +1

Maguro$7.00
Lean red tuna
Zuke Tuna$8.00
Soy ginger glazed
Sake$6.00
Salmon
Hamachi$6.00
Yellowtail
Madai$9.00
Red sea bream
Shima Aji$9.00
Striped jack
Saba$7.00
Mackerel
Hotate$8.00
Scallop
Unagi$5.00
Fresh water eel
Amaebi$7.00
Sweet raw shrimp
Ebi$4.00
Shrimp
Ikura$5.00
Salmon roe
Tobiko$4.00
Flying fish roe
Uni
Sea urchin
- MP
Otoro
Fatty tuna
- MP
Special Whitefish
- MP

Makimono

California$12.00
Crab, avocado, cucumber
- HH$8.00
Spicy Tuna$12.00
Cucumber, spicy tuna, crunch, spicy aioli, eel sauce
- HH$8.00
Spider$14.00
Soft shell crab, avocado, green leaf, sweet soy, spicy aioli
Shrimp Tempura$14.00
Avocado, cucumber, spicy aioli, sweet soy
- HH$9.00
Tempura Sweet Potato$10.00
Spicy aioli, sweet soy
- HH$7.00
Blazing Saddles$18.00
Crab, avocado, cucumber, seared wagyu beef, cilantro aioli, sweet soy, crispy onions
Firecracker$16.00
Crispy panko fried roll with spicy salmon, avocado, cucumber, goat cheese mousse, sweet soy
Fuego$16.00
Spicy tuna, cucumber, yellowtail, jalapeno, yuzu aioli
- HH$11.00
Neptunes Beard$17.00
Shrimp tempura, avocado, spicy tuna, salmon, spicy aioli, sweet soy, chiv
Happy Buddha$15.00
Crispy mushroom, roasted red pepper, cucumber, avocado, mango salsa
Jaguar$16.00
Shrimp tempura, avocado, unagi, cucumber, eel sauce, candied walnut crunch
Rising Sun$15.00
Crab, avocado, cucumber, salmon, sliced lemon, tobiko, chives, citrus aioli
- HH$10.00
Sand-Dollar$16.00
Soft shell crab, spicy salmon, cilantro aioli, scallion

What 547 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Jacksonville / Northeast Florida
Best Overall
Jacksonville / Northeast Florida
Best Food
Jacksonville / Northeast Florida
Innovative
Jacksonville / Northeast Florida
Hot spot

547 Reviews

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Kimi3000
Jacksonville
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Food and ambience are very good, but not to the level I was expecting based on previous reviews. The waiter could have been more helpful providing suggestions or guidance on menu items since the selections were so vast. The appetizers definitely outshined the rolls. Next time, I'll likely skip the sushi rolls altogether and only order appetizers as the rolls were only OK. My cocktail was delicious. Loved the rooftop seating as well.
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and ambience! Will definitely go back.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on December 1, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Slow service and very expensive for what we got Will not be going back
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AmyL
Denver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a wonderful dinner. The service and food was exceptional. Will definitely go back
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RachelH
Jackson Hole
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 28, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The best sushi in Jacksonville hands down. Amazing atmosphere and every dish is incredible. Perfect date night spot or night out with the girls! Can’t go wrong.
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Dwight
Coastal Georgia
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 28, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Exceptional food, as close to Nobu as available in Jax but more reasonable and a few things flat out better!
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JimA
Las Vegas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 25, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
First time there and it was excellent. Slightly noisy
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CameronB
Dallas
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A great date night spot! Will definitely come back. Food, service, everything was superb.
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OpenTable Diner
Fort Lauderdale
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food, great service. Highly recommend! Can’t wait to come back
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 21, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience. Food is amazing. You can close your eyes and pick whatever u want on the menu and it will be good. Staff is extremely knowledgeable and friendly.
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OpenTable Diner
Orlando
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience. Took my mom for her birthday. Loved it.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
DJ should stay on the rooftop until the sun goes down
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and great service. Our waiter Dustin was outstanding ordering for us. We’ll be back
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OpenTable Diner
Orlando
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Oceanside with seared salmon was the best roll I’ve tasted. Delectable smokey flavor! The Bees Knees did not disappoint either!
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 17, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
10/10 recommend for date nights or casual outings for a good drink out on beach. Will be back!
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 15, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Bartender Cam was outstanding! Great experience.Food, Drinks, atmosphere was amazing.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 14, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Started with the Wagyu Dumplings which were outta this world. Next we enjoyed the bluefin spoons. Perfect balance and acidity. The hot honey chicken was so moist and portions were on point. Wagyu toast sliders were incredible. Finished with a firecracker roll. Fantastic meal and staff! Thank you chef!!
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RichardD
San Francisco
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
I was expecting something that was more upscale. Not enough servers and too many patrons. Mostly young college-type kids at the bar. Service and food took forever. I had bones in my sashimi which I am glad that I caught before swallowing. Took way too long, we had a table but we probably got better service at the bar as the people at the table in back of us still had no food and not sure if they even had drinks after 30 minutes.
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elysearch
Jacksonville
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely delicious! And the staff took extra care of us on our anniversary and made us feel so special! I’d rate 6 stars if I could!
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GustavoQ
Miami
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
AMAZING SERVICE! Highly recommend to take somebody for special occasion or simply for great Japanese food! Excellent ambience, right in front of the beach! Great spot!
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OpenTable Diner
Orlando
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 1, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always great service, amazing food, and fun. One of the best surprised is the quality of the bar.
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WendyU
New York Area
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 30, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had an awesome birthday dinner here. We had a great waiter, John, whom we told about our food restrictions (vegan). He went above & beyond to suggest items & even bring some vegan sauces he’d thought we might like to try. Topped off with a surprise vegan dessert & a birthday card signed by the staff. A night I won’t forget!
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Gracec
Washington DC
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 29, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food is always so fresh and delicious. The vibes are great and the staff is always so friendly.
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2beachcellarfoodies
Montana
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went for my son’s birthday. Cocktails, especially the sweet and Spicy were excellent. Great food and service. Plan ahead, parking is tough
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Bob1947
New York Area
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on October 22, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A truly wonderful Japanese style sushi meal, without holding to tradition. The fish is absolutely fresh and the choice far exceeds toro and salmon. The nigiri was fish/uni/ ikura presented in cucumber cups rather than across sushi rice. A very light and tasty approach. Many of the dishes resembled European crudo with multiple elements. The elements happened to be Japanese. Good wine/sake list. The waitstaff is extremely knowledgeable and helpful. Beleive it or not, save room for dessert!
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Shannon
Chicago
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 18, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Easily the best restaurant I’ve been to in Jacksonville. The food was incredible. Every single staff member we came into contact with was friendly, knowledgeable and super on the ball. Will definitely be going back, especially for special occasions.
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RayB
Atlanta Metro
42 reviews
vip
5.0
42 reviews
Dined on October 16, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We chose something from just about every section of the varied menu & everything was fresh, well presented & prepared & very tasty. This was a great experience & will definitely be back.
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IrisS
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 15, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food and service. On a Saturday, loud but to be expected. Will go there again.
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ChefB
Jacksonville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 14, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our sixth visit since opening It feels like the quality of the wait staff improved- more professional. Bri was on top of things and Natalie the Sous chef was fantastic and personable Will be back
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Klee
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 13, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and ambience. Overall amazing experience.
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OpenTable Diner
Fort Lauderdale
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 13, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a great time. The food was excellent and well prepared. My waiter was awesome. I’ll definitely be back very soon!
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Southerners
Nashville
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on October 11, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best sushi in town. The service was superb. If weather permits, try to eat upstairs in the outdoor veranda. It has a great view of the ocean. Happy Hour on weekends!!
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Dominic
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 9, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
An absolutely amazing experience. The wait staff made us feel so special, and the food was fantastic!
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Joni
Jacksonville
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on October 7, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is the best sushi restaurant I’ve ever been to. Everything is delicious and the staff is great. I can’t wait to go back.
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NicoleM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 7, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was amazing, service very friendly! We were sitting near the DJ and still it wasn't too loud. Great music and atmosphere. I will definitely be coming back!
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MikeB
Jacksonville
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 28, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Service and food were amazing! Drinks were very good as well!
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RobertH
Jacksonville
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on September 24, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding waiter who provided excellent recommendations.
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OpenTable Diner
Miami
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 24, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service came good. Nice job to the staff who were most attentive.
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OpenTable Diner
Jacksonville
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 23, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
It was ok. Not the best sushi I’ve ever had but it competes well with other Jacksonville sushi restaurants. The noise level was ridiculous mostly due a group of very loud and drunk JAX beach natives. I literally couldn’t hear my dinner date or the server in normal conversation. People dressed very casually…jeans and t-shirt casual…not what I’d expect paying $75+ per person.
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ScotM
Jacksonville
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 23, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Service was good. She was knowledgeable about the menu. Gave good suggestions. Food was amazing. Wasn’t one thing that wasn’t phenomenal. The spoons were definitely a hit, tuna app was great and my first taste of Wagyu was worth all the hype.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided

FAQs

O-ku Jacksonville Beach is rated 4.9 stars by 547 OpenTable diners.

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

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 9, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 57 times today

502 1st St N, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250

Additional information

Cross street
4th Ave North and 1st St North
Neighborhood
Jacksonville Beach
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Japanese, Sushi, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Resort Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Chef Billy Brannen
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.o-kusushi.com/location/o-ku-jacksonville-beach/?y_source=1_ODE4NDQwNzUtODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=
Phone number
(904) 694-2770

O-ku Jacksonville Beach

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Additional information

Wagyu Tartare Toast

Miso Salmon

Spicy Tuna

Chef Specialties + Small Plates

Edamame$6.00

Miso Soup$5.00

Poke Tacos$21.00

Yellowtail Jalapeno Carpaccio$17.00

Lobster Temaki$21.00

Tuna Crudo$20.00

Usuzukuri$18.00

0-Toro Spoons

Asian Mixed Greens$12.00

Agedashi Tofu$11.00

Wagyu Tartare Toast$18.00

O-Ku Rock Shrimp$14.00

Black Magic$22.00

Dumpling Dim Sum$14.00

O-Ku Style Wings$14.00

Kakuni$14.00

Entrees

Teriyaki Chicken Donburi$20.00

Miso Salmon$24.00

Karaage Cauliflower$14.00

Curry Udon$20.00

Sauteed Vegetables$6.00

Steamed Rice$5.00

Signature Nigiri

Sake Dreams$8.00

Old Yeller$8.00

The Big Eye$9.00

Creme de La Creme

Lobster

Kobe Style$16.00

The Sidekick$7.00

Omakase

Omakase

Tobanyaki

A-5 Japanese Wagyu Beef

Nigiri (1 Pc.) & Sashimi (2 Pc.)

Maguro$7.00

Zuke Tuna$8.00

Sake$6.00

Hamachi$6.00

Madai$9.00

Shima Aji$9.00

Saba$7.00

Hotate$8.00

Unagi$5.00

Amaebi$7.00

Ebi$4.00

Ikura$5.00

Tobiko$4.00

Uni

Otoro

Special Whitefish

Makimono

California$12.00

Spicy Tuna$12.00

Spider$14.00

Shrimp Tempura$14.00

Tempura Sweet Potato$10.00

Blazing Saddles$18.00

Firecracker$16.00

Fuego$16.00

Neptunes Beard$17.00

Happy Buddha$15.00

Jaguar$16.00

Rising Sun$15.00

Sand-Dollar$16.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Cleaning & sanitizing

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