Baku

Name: Baku
Address: 4515 Sharon Rd, Charlotte, NC, United States, 28211
Telephone: (704) 817-7173
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8

1627 Reviews

$31 to $50

Japanese

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BAKU is a Japanese Robata-style restaurant that showcases outstanding Sushi and innovative Robata and Yakatori cuisine. Casual everyday dining downstairs with a upscale lounge upstairs. We specialize in creating an unique and memorable experience for every occasion.

For parties of 8+ guests on Friday and Saturday evening, we do require a $50 Non-Refundable Deposit to confirm reservations. This deposit is applied to the bill at time of reservation. Please call the restaurant for more details about confirming your party of 8+ guests on Friday and Saturday. All parties of 8+ guests will need to call the restaurant directly to make reservations.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 4, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 23 times today

Private dining

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Japanese, Yakitori, Sushi
Hours of operation
Monday - Thursday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm, Friday & Saturday: 5:00pm – 11:00pm
Phone number
(704) 817-7173
Website
http://www.baku-restaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Private party facilities
Our Private Dining Room offers the chance for you and your guests to relax and enjoy our Izakaya inspired menu. For our guests, we provide our Omakase (Chef's Tasting) menu. This space allows us to accommodate up to 24 guests comfortably. We look forward to booking your next event at Baku.
Private party contact
kyle cameron: (704) 817-7173

Location
4515 Sharon Rd, Charlotte, NC 28211
Neighborhood
SouthPark
Parking details
Valet parking available
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wine

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Popular dishes

Gokujo Tuna
blue fin tuna, shichimi pepper, cucumber, yuzu
Forbidden
black rice, white asparagus, shiso, yuzu mayo and micro celery
Mushroom
black rice, shiitake and enoki duo
Yellowtail*
cucumber, serrano pepper and avocado
Soft Shell Crab
chili sauce and tobiko
Avocado
shishito mayo, yamagobo and wasabi pea dust

Rice & Vegetables

Steamed Rice
Sweet Potato
honey and cinnamon
Baby Artichokes
white truffle wafu dressing
Asparagus
sweet soy and sesame seeds
Baby Bella Mushrooms
garlic soy
Local Sweet Corn
shiso butter
Wild Mushroom Kamamashi Pot

Robata Meats

Spicy Filet of Beef*
black pepper sesame sauce
Jiodori Chicken Breast
mugi miso and soy glaze
Wagyu Ribeye Tomahawk*
mustard shiso miso, wagyu sauce with fresh truffles and chanterelles, and fresh wasabi
Baby Back Ribs
star anise, cinnamon, sweet chili glaze and cashews
Tea Brined Duck Breast*
Lamb Chops*
korean chili and garlic

Robata Seafood*

Alaskan King Crab
lemon shiso butter
Giant Madagascar Prawn
sweet chili, garlic and yuzu
Wild King Salmon
sweet teriyaki glaze
Black Cod
miso glaze and onion cress salad

Robata Skewers

Tofu
mugi miso, honey and ginger
Chicken Liver with Shishito Pepper
Diver Scallop*
black plum vin cotto and yuzu mayo
Chicken and Baby Leek Yakatori
Beef Tenderloin & Asparagus*
Sake Glazed Chicke Wings
lime and sancho salt flake
Kurobuta Pork Belly
gochujang-miso glaze and kimchi

Salads

Baku Salad
cabbage, leaf lettuce, candied pecans, chives and umebosi dressing
Roasted Beet
totsoi, green apple, honey and ground sesame
Seared Blue Fin Tuna
daikon, spring onion and apple mustard dressing
Tomato and Roasted Eggplant
cucumber, daikon and nishi dressing

Sashimi/Nigiri & Small Plates*

Omakese Platter
chef's selection of nigiri and sashimi
Sashimi
chef's selection of three or five
Blue Fin Toro Nigiri
foie gras ponzu
Yellowtail Sashimi
pickled smoky onion, garlic chips and truffle oil ponzu
Butterfish
shiso pesto, yuzu and white asparagus
Chirashi
assorted fresh sashimi, white asparagus, avocado and sweet chili soy
Salmon Belly
applewood smoke, maple glaze and yuzu tobiko
Wagyu Beef Tataki
pickled daikon and white truffle essence

Small Bites

Crispy Calamari
ginger, garlic, green chili and lime
Coal Roasted Shishito Peppers
shaved bonito, sesame chili soy
Local Quail
plum wine and black rice
Red Miso Soup
smoked tofu and wild mushroom
White Miso Soup
spicy scallop and baby leek
Kurobuta Pork
sweet onion dumplings
Rock Shrimp Tempura
sambal mayo and wasabi pea dust
Steamed Soy Beans
with sea salt

Tempura

Assorted Fresh Vegetables
tentsuyu dipping sauce
Day Boat Grouper Bites
pickled onion, micro cress and green tea salt
Tiger Prawns
yuzu shichimi dressing, tentsuyu

What 1,627 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

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1,627 Reviews

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KristyF
Chicago
7 reviews
vip
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2023
overall3food5service1ambience5
The food here is fantastic but the service is horrible! Our waiter never entered our order so we sat for 40 minutes before any food came. We had to call the manager over to find out what was going on.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and great service! Will definitely be back.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 4, 2023
overall3food2service4ambience4
Sushi rice was cold and dry. So disappointing. This place was our special go to place for years
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Elaine
Charlotte
26 reviews
vip
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
we enjoyed everything and the service was outstanding. However, when the bill came, I thought my husband might have heart failure! Super expensive.
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AliF
Raleigh
26 reviews
vip
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Loved this restaurant. Their sushi was amazing! Super fresh and creative. Cocktails were good as well. They also have the open flame cooking for meat and seafood which was also delicious but the sushi was the star. Can’t wait to try more next time.
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Kris
Charlotte
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
May provided us with excellent service and the food was wonderful.
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NatashaA
New York Area
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a wonderful birthday celebration for my teenager.
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AlexD
Charlotte
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Excelente sushi and presentation
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PaulD
Charlotte
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful & helpful waitress & great food, a terrific combination
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OpenTable Diner
Charlotte
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 21, 2023
overall3food2service3ambience5
I has been really good before. Last night wasn’t it. I bought a couple people that hadn’t had Baku. They weren’t impressed. I told them it’s been better. They always run out of the best sushi roll too. I had to order another sushi roll that I’ve had before. It was smaller and they didn’t put as much onion toppings as usual.
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OpenTable Diner
Western NC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was a great experience and from previous reviews we knew this going in as well as the prices. The staff was super helpful. Katy G did amazing explaining everything how long dishes would take coming from the kitchen. It was top notch and we will definitely be visiting again.
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OpenTable Diner
Charlotte
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Favorite spot. Sarah and Chris were outstanding as always.
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OpenTable Diner
Charleston
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on October 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Jordan is amazing. Great recommendations. Great service. Great food. The Salmon belly is yum
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
6 reviews
vip
3.0
6 reviews
Dined on October 8, 2023
overall3food5service5ambience3
Was very cold. Sushi was delicious but very very expensive. Paid 25.00 for a spoon of uni and 25 for 2 pieces of tuna sashimi and so on.. dinner for 2 was about 200.00 and very little food
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MrsG
Charlotte
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The ambiance, food and service was excellent. I highly recommend Baku.
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OpenTable Diner
Charlotte
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 30, 2023
overall1food2service4ambience1
Where we got to the restaurant they sat us right next to the bathroom. Then we proceeded to swat gnats away all night long! The food was ok and the service was fine.
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lovestoeat
Charlotte
31 reviews
vip
5.0
31 reviews
Dined on September 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely delicious sushi and always great service. my husband has never liked sushi until he ate here.
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OpenTable Diner
Charlotte
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on September 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We enjoyed the ambience at Baku! The best Gyoza I’ve ever had and we enjoyed the sushi too. It’s a pricier menu but the quality was great, and our server Jordan was absolutely fantastic. She had wonderful energy and was excited about sharing menu items and recommendations with us. Excited to go back!
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Scott
Charlotte
110 reviews
vip
4.0
110 reviews
Dined on September 22, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience4
Food was great at Baku, as always. The raw oysters were very well dressed, and a great appetizer. We had a diverse group of tastes and all were able to find something they very much enjoyed.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Top notch sushi and good vibes. 10/10 would recommend!
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cltguy
Charlotte
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on September 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The best and freshest sushi in Charlotte. Our absolute favorite! All servers here are so great. We had May last night and loved her.
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Kenn
Charlotte
24 reviews
vip
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on September 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
A wonderfully unique experience. Food is tremendous, service is great
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OpenTable Diner
Charlotte
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The whole experience was absolutely amazing. My girlfriend and her family really loved the atmosphere and food. The food for her mom was absolutely astounding. Her mom really LOVED the brussel sprouts. It’s still being talked about. I loved the waitress and her attitude was very professional. The guest service upon entering were very helpful and understanding as well. They put a lot of thought into the surprise birthday experience for my girlfriend. I would give a 20 out of 10 if I could. Never has been a let down in my times of dining here.
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Starr
New York Area
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on September 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was Superb!!! Everything was soooooo fresh so good!!! Atmosphere was great!!!
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jjk1908
New York Area
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Birthday dinner! Food never disappoints, I’ve always had a great dining experience
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OpenTable Diner
Charlotte
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love Baku for an early family dinner with the kids, a later dinner with friends, or for date night. Great cocktails, saki, wine selection and flavorful, varied menu. And the service is always excellent. We always enjoy Baku!
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Judyrags
Charlotte
14 reviews
vip
3.0
14 reviews
Dined on August 19, 2023
overall3food2service3ambience2
I haven’t been to Baku in years, and now I know why, food was ordinary and expensive, they had one bartender and had to share a menu
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DorieF
Charlotte
22 reviews
vip
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on August 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
All the food was exquisite from apps to mains. We skipped dessert but good offering variety. Lots of good wine to choose from - so good! A/c seems not to be working well and it was a little warm in there at times but otherwise a solid 9/10
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JasonMorganstrickland
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely delicious. The vibe was super trendy and the service was beyond stellar.
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OpenTable Diner
Charlotte
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on August 12, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience3
Food was decent but it was extremely hot and uncomfortable air condition must have been out. We mentioned we we’re getting hot but the waitress just kinda overlooked it saying yea its blowing she wishes she could do something and agreed it was hot! 🤷‍♀️
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WhitneyP
Charlotte
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing sushi assortment and Tomahawk steak. Service was excellent.
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RickL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The best Asian food in Charlotte. Best sushi special I ever tasted.
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OpenTable Diner
Raleigh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service. Truly. Our server was so in tune and sensitive with my daughter’s particular needs. A real gentleman. Thank you!
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MareW
Raleigh
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on August 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was clear from our waiter that he knew what rolls could be made gluten-free. Very knowledgeable. Cocktails were also outstanding. Great atmosphere. Will definitely come back when I visit Charlotte again.
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing! Everything was delicious. The uni spoons were so good! Best I have ever had!
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silverflower
Charlotte
16 reviews
vip
3.0
16 reviews
Dined on August 3, 2023
overall3food2service5ambience4
Gyoza was some of the best in charlotte but the rest of the meal was inconsistent. Service was great and so was the vibe. Don’t get the popcorn chicken appetizer!
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
39 reviews
vip
5.0
39 reviews
Dined on July 31, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fabulous meal. Really Fresh Sushi. Our waitress was awesome!
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DanH
Charlotte
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Has to be the best sushi in Charlotte. Some of the best rolls I've ever had. Everything else is also fantastic.
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OpenTable Diner
Charlotte
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on July 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service, great food. Highly recommend. We will be back.
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TrevorT
Houston
7 reviews
vip
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on July 14, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience3
Food was very good, but not worth the price. I wouldn’t order most of what we got again, other than the nigiri, which was incredible. Our waiter was excellent, informative and friendly. It was a little louder than I would’ve liked, ruining the ambiance at times. Cocktails were very good. I’d come back for a cocktail and sushi, nothing more.
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FAQs

Baku is rated 4.8 stars by 1627 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 4, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 23 times today

4515 Sharon Rd, Charlotte, NC 28211

Additional information

Neighborhood
SouthPark
Hours of operation
Monday - Thursday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm, Friday & Saturday: 5:00pm – 11:00pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Japanese, Yakitori, Sushi
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Valet parking available
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wine

Website
http://www.baku-restaurant.com/
Phone number
(704) 817-7173
Private party facilities
Our Private Dining Room offers the chance for you and your guests to relax and enjoy our Izakaya inspired menu. For our guests, we provide our Omakase (Chef's Tasting) menu. This space allows us to accommodate up to 24 guests comfortably. We look forward to booking your next event at Baku.
Private party contact
kyle cameron: (704) 817-7173

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Baku

Make a reservation

Private dining

Additional information

81 Charlotte Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Salmon Belly

Crispy Calamari

Kurobuta Pork Belly

Maki Rolls

Gokujo Tuna

Forbidden

Mushroom

Yellowtail*

Soft Shell Crab

Avocado

Rice & Vegetables

Steamed Rice

Sweet Potato

Baby Artichokes

Asparagus

Baby Bella Mushrooms

Local Sweet Corn

Wild Mushroom Kamamashi Pot

Robata Meats

Spicy Filet of Beef*

Jiodori Chicken Breast

Wagyu Ribeye Tomahawk*

Baby Back Ribs

Tea Brined Duck Breast*

Lamb Chops*

Robata Seafood*

Alaskan King Crab

Giant Madagascar Prawn

Wild King Salmon

Black Cod

Robata Skewers

Tofu

Chicken Liver with Shishito Pepper

Diver Scallop*

Chicken and Baby Leek Yakatori

Beef Tenderloin & Asparagus*

Sake Glazed Chicke Wings

Kurobuta Pork Belly

Salads

Baku Salad

Roasted Beet

Seared Blue Fin Tuna

Tomato and Roasted Eggplant

Sashimi/Nigiri & Small Plates*

Omakese Platter

Sashimi

Blue Fin Toro Nigiri

Yellowtail Sashimi

Butterfish

Chirashi

Salmon Belly

Wagyu Beef Tataki

Small Bites

Crispy Calamari

Coal Roasted Shishito Peppers

Local Quail

Red Miso Soup

White Miso Soup

Kurobuta Pork

Rock Shrimp Tempura

Steamed Soy Beans

Tempura

Assorted Fresh Vegetables

Day Boat Grouper Bites

Tiger Prawns

Overall ratings and reviews

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