Mesu

4.4

731 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary Mexican

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2 people

15 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 16 times today

About this restaurant

Lively
Great for happy hour
Great for creative cocktails

Mesu is a vibrant Charleston hotspot on Upper King Street, where urban street art meets the flavors of Mexico and Japan. Our menu features a diverse selection of tacos and sushi, crafted with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Complement your meal with an extensive list of premium tequilas and sakes, or explore our creative cocktail menu. Whether you make a reservation or walk in, Mesu offers a unique dining experience in the heart of the city with a lively atmosphere.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary Mexican, Mexican, Sushi
Hours of Operation
Bar Daily 16:00–02:00 Food Mon–Wed, Sun 16:00–22:00 Thu–Sat 16:00–23:00
Phone number
(854) 429-1011
Website
http://www.mesuchs.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Mike Watson
Private party facilities
Email info@mesuchs.com for private event information or go to mesu.com to inquire on larger parties and event buyouts.

Location
570 King Street, Charleston, SC 29403
Area
Downtown Charleston
Cross Street
King Street and Spring Street
Parking details
Parking Available at the Hyatt Hotel.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

CHIPS & SALSAUS$10.00
Choice of Fire Roasted Tomato or Avocado Tomatillo
CHIPS & QUESOUS$11.00
CHIPS & GUACAMOLEUS$12.00
BUILD YOUR OWN TRIOUS$16.00
Queso, Guacamole, Your Choice of Salsa
STREET CORNUS$11.00
Chipotle Ranch, Cotija, Chopped Cilantro
BARBACOA BRAISED BEEF OR PORK CARNITAS NACHOSUS$20.00
Sautéed Peppers, Onions, Black Beans, Pickled Jalapeños, Sour Cream, Guacamole, Gouda
BAO BUNUS$6.00
Fried Pork Belly, Quick Pickles, Golden Aioli, Cilantro
TACO SALADUS$16.00
Romaine, Smoked Gouda, Black Beans, Tomato, Pickled Onion, Crispy Tortilla, Chipotle Lime Ranch
CHEESE QUESADILLAUS$10.00
ADD PROTEIN TO ABOVEUS$8.00
Choice of Smoked Chicken, Braised Beef, Market Fish, Crispy Chicken, Tempura Shrimp, Soyrizo

TACOS

BAJA FISH TACOUS$7.00
Market Fish, Avocado Tomatillo Salsa, Purple Cabbage Slaw
CRISPY CHICKENUS$7.00
Chipotle Ranch, Boneless Chicken, Pico de Gallo
SOYRIZO VEGGIEUS$7.00
Soyrizo, Black Bean, Onion Peppers, Pickled Jalapeño
SMOKED CHICKENUS$7.00
Purple Cabbage Slaw, Teriyaki
PICO SHRIMPUS$8.00
Tempura Fried, Golden Aioli, Pico de Gallo
PORK CARNITAS CLOTHESPINUS$8.00
Roast Pork, Smoked Gouda
BARBACOA BRAISED BEEFUS$9.00
Poblano Peppers, Onions, Avocado Tomatillo Salsa, Cotija Cheese
A5 PHILLY STREET TACOUS$9.00
Ground Wagyu, Peppers, Onions, Jalapeños, Smoked Gouda
A5 SMASHBURGER STREET TACOUS$9.00
Smoked Gouda, Golden Aioli, Tomato, Lettuce, Pickled Onions

DESSERT

CHURRO OF THE DAYUS$8.00
ask your server for our current selection
DESSERT OF THE DAYUS$12.00
ask your server for our current selection

NIGIRI/PLATTERS

DANCING FANDANGO NIGIRIUS$25.00
Garlic Seared Tuna, House Chimichurri, Crispy Chili Flakes (5 piece)
BONE MARROW NIGIRIUS$25.00
Eel, Roasted Marrow, Red Wine Reduction, Crunchy Garlic, Torched Beef Bone
HOLY CITY TIRADITOUS$28.00
Peruvian inspired sashimi, bright tuna, chilled spicy tomato jalapeño, pickled tomatoes, ground corn chips, sliced bread, red onion battalion
SUSHI PLATTER 4 ROLLSUS$85.00
SASHIMI PLATTER 15 PIECESUS$55.00
NIGIRI PLATTER 10 PIECESUS$55.00
MIXED PLATTER 2 ROLLS 5 PC SASHIMI 5 PC NIGIRIUS$80.00

SUSHI ROLLS

VEGGIEUS$18.00
Tempura Vegetable, Avocado, Cucumber, Avocado Tomatillo Salsa, Micro Cilantro, Black Sea Salt
TIGERUS$18.00
Salmon, Cucumber, Avocado, Spicy Ponzu, Cilantro
DYNAMITEUS$18.00
Spicy Tuna, Avocado, Sriracha Sweet Chili Sauce, Tempura Fried
TSUNAMIUS$20.00
Tempura Shrimp, Salmon, Avocado, Eel Sauce, Pickled Onions
HAMACHI TALEUS$20.00
Seared Hamachi, Fresh Jalapeños, Cucumber, Avocado Scallions, Eel Sauce, Crispy Garlic
PATRIOTS POINTUS$20.00
Tempura Shrimp, Cucumber, Seared Salmon, Golden Aioli, Togarashi, Scallions, Crispy Sweet Potato Strings
RAINBOWUS$22.00
Salmon, Kanpachi, Hamachi, Ahi Tuna, Cucumber, Avocado, Tobiko
MISUUS$22.00
Ahi Tuna, Avocado, White Fish, Fresh Jalapeño, Avocado Tomatillo Salsa, Cilantro
TAURUSUS$23.00
Soy Paper, Cream Cheese, Coconut Shrimp, Jalapeño Spicy Tuna, Avocado, Tuna Sashimi, Voodoo Sauce Tempura Crunchies, Green Onions
LOBSTER RANGOONUS$23.00
Lobster Cream Cheese, Avocado, Eel Sauce, Golden Aioli, Tempura Fried
SHISH COOZYUS$25.00
Salmon, Tuna, Avocado, Seared Wagyu Strawberry Ponzu, Avocado Onions, Black Sea Salt, Micro Cilantro
KING STREETUS$25.00
Tuna, White Fish, Tempura Shrimp, Spicy Tuna Spicy Ponzu, Diced Jalapeño Scallions, Black Tobiko
THE LAFAYETTEUS$28.00
Spicy Tuna, Tempura Shrimp, Cucumber, Micro Cilantro Seared A5 Wagyu, Chimi, Spicy Avocado Sauce

Margaritas

BYO Margarita
Choice of Tequila (as priced below) +2, Make it a Cadillac +2 (Grand Marnier or Cointreau), Add Fresh Purée to any Margarita +2 (Mango, Strawberry, Passion Fruit, Peach), Add a Coronita +3, Make it Spicy +1, Choose a Rim (Salt, Sugar, Tajin)
- CadillacUS$2.00
- Fresh PuréeUS$2.00
- CoronitaUS$3.00
- SpicyUS$1.00
House MargaritaUS$10.00
Fresh Sour Mix, Lunazul Tequila, Triple Sec
Mega Pitcher Margaritas BlancoUS$200.00
Mega Pitcher Margaritas ReposadoUS$300.00
Mega Pitcher Margaritas CasamigosUS$400.00

TEQUILA

BLANCO
- LunazulUS$7.00
- AltosUS$8.00
- EspolonoUS$9.00
- AstralUS$9.00
- Cazadones CafeUS$10.00
- TeremanaUS$11.00
- Yave MangoUS$11.00
- HerraduraUS$12.00
- 818 Tequila BlancoUS$12.00
- TanteoUS$12.00
- Tanteo JalapenoUS$12.00
- PatronUS$12.00
- Tequila OchoUS$12.00
- CodigoUS$14.00
- CasamigosUS$14.00
- Mijenta BlancoUS$15.00
- Don Julio US$15.00
- Fortaleza BlancoUS$16.00
- Casa DragonesUS$18.00
- MijentaUS$36.00
- Patron SmokeyUS$40.00
- Clase AzulUS$51.00
- Clase Azul GoldUS$87.00
- Gran Patron PlatinumUS$89.00
- Casa Dragones JovenUS$90.00
ANEJO
- Lunazul AnejoUS$10.00
- CasamigosUS$14.00
- Herradura Ultra CristalinoUS$16.00
- Tequila OchoUS$17.00
- Don FulanoUS$18.00
- Don JulioUS$18.00
- Patron ExtraUS$20.00
- Mijenta CristalinoUS$27.00
- Herradura Ultra LegendUS$36.00
- Maestro Dobel Crist ExUS$36.00
- Don Julio 1942US$42.00
- Komos CristalinoUS$44.00
- Casa DragonesUS$46.00
- Tears of Llorona ExtraUS$70.00
- Gran Patron PIedraUS$85.00
- Gran Patron BurdeosUS$100.00
- Komos ExtraUS$100.00
- Clsae Azul UltraUS$400.00
REPOSADO
- LunazulUS$9.00
- CazadoresUS$9.00
- Patron Mesu BarrelUS$13.00
- HerraduraUS$14.00
- Maestro DobelUS$14.00
- CasamigosUS$15.00
- La GritonaUS$15.00
- Tequila OchoUS$15.00
- Maestro Dobel DiamanteUS$16.00
- Don JulioUS$17.00
- Casamigos CristalinoUS$17.00
- FortalezaUS$18.00
- El TesoroUS$19.00
- MijentaUS$21.00
- CincoraUS$36.00
- Patron El AltoUS$47.00
- Clase AzulUS$56.00
- Komos RosaUS$36.00
MEZCAL
- Mezcal UnionUS$10.00
- SombraUS$12.00
- Los VecinosUS$12.50
- MontelobosUS$12.50
- Ilegal JovenUS$13.00
- CasamigosUS$22.00
- Ilegal AnejoUS$23.00
- Clase AzulUS$100.00
- Se Busca JovenUS$14.00
- Ilegal ReposadoUS$16.00

TEQUILA FLIGHTS

ILEGAL MEZCALUS$40.00
Jovin , Reposado ,Anejo
MIJENTAUS$50.00
Blanco, Reposado, Cristiano
DON JULIO US$40.00
Blanco, Reposado Ultra Anejo
HERRADURA US$47.00
Blanco, Reposado Ultra Anejo
KOMOS US$115.00
Rosa, Cristalino, Extra
PATRON CORE 4US$48.00
Blanco, Reposado Anejo, Extra Anejo
GRAN PATRONUS$170.00
Smokey, Platinum, Peidra

Cocktails

Japanese MuleUS$16.00
Tito's Vodka, Tozai Night Swim, Lemon Simple Syrup, Ginger Ale
Red Bull RitaUS$16.00
Patrón Silver, Red Bull Watermelon, Triple Sec, Sour
Topo Chico Ranch WaterUS$16.00
Astral Blanco, Fresh Lime, Paloma
Añejo Old FashionedUS$16.00
Patrón Añejo, Angostura Bitters, Orange Bitters Agave
Lychee-TiniUS$16.00
New Amsterdam Gin, Lychee, Lemon Grapefruit, *try as a mocktail!
Mesu MargaritaUS$16.00
Tequila Ocho, Lime Juice, Agave, Yuzu Flotter, Mesu Salt
Tequila Espresso MartiniUS$16.00
House Espresso Infused Tequila, Kahlua Ripple, Coffee, Baileys
La Frutilla AhumadaUS$16.00
Union Mezcal, Strawberry Lime Ginger Beer, Tajin Rim make it spicy +1
ResolutionUS$16.00
Hendricks, St. Germain Lime, Grapefruit, Prosecco
Rum RunnerUS$16.00
Captain Morgan, OJ Pineapple, Mango Purée
Seasonal Frozen CocktailUS$16.00

Sake

Ozeki Carafe (Hot)
6 oz $7 | 12 oz $13
- 6 ozUS$7.00
- 12 ozUS$13.00
Tozai Night Swim 180mlUS$11.00
Miyozakura Junmai Cup 180mlUS$12.00
Soon HariUS$14.00
Hana Awaka Peach Sparkling 250mlUS$21.00
Ozeki Strawberry Nigori 300mlUS$24.00
Shichi Hon Yari 'Seven Spearman' 300mlUS$27.00
Tozai Snow Maiden 300mlUS$27.00
Drunken Whale 300mlUS$30.00
Kikusui Perfect Snow (Unfiltered) 300mlUS$30.00
Tozai Blossom of Peace Plum 720mlUS$80.00
Yuagari Yuzushu 720ml
25/100
- 25mlUS$25.00
- 100mlUS$100.00

Wine

White - Aquamarine Sauvignon Blanc, NZUS$14.00
Red - Gascon Malbec, ArgentinaUS$14.00
Sparkling - Zonin Prosecco, ItalyUS$14.00
Rose - Moulin de Gassac Rose, FranceUS$14.00
Champagne - Veuve Clicquot 150 bottleUS$150.00
ASK ABOUT OUR BOTTLE LIST

Beer

SapporoUS$8.00
KirinUS$7.00
Kirin LightUS$7.00
Miller LiteUS$7.00
Michelob UltraUS$7.00
Stella ArtoisUS$8.00
Wicked Weed Pernicious IPAUS$8.00
Heineken 00 NAUS$7.00
High NoonUS$10.00
Tequila or Vodka

What 731 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.6Service
4.3Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

South Carolina
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Charleston
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Review summary

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Mesu offers a unique fusion of Mexican and sushi cuisine in a lively atmosphere. Known for "great food and drinks," the restaurant is perfect for celebrations, especially bachelorette parties. While the music can be "a bit loud," the energetic vibe and attentive service make it a fun dining experience.

731 Reviews

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Paula
Jacksonville3 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
If you like both Mexican and Sushi, this is the place to go! Great food and service!
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OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas1 review
3.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Food was really yummy! Portions very small for the price. Place is quite small. A lot of seating at the bar though.
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Rachael
Charleston1 review
5.0
Dined on 23 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had the best time at Mesu last night. The whole experience was so much fun and our server was amazing!! I highly recommend stopping here.
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Molly VIP
Charleston11 reviews
5.0
Dined on 23 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a great experience and delicious food! Love getting the trio for app and then sushi for dinner! 2 of my favorites plus yummy margaritas!
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Bailey
Tallahassee1 review
5.0
Dined on 22 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
the atmosphere, food and service was AMAZING! we had the absolute best time and definitely recommended it to anyone!
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Hannah
Charleston2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Y’all made my birthday awesome! Thank you so much!
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Tony VIP
Baltimore11 reviews
4.0
Dined on 16 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
First Time at Mesu. Parked on public lot about two blocks away. Had reservations, was sat promptly. Waitress was attentive and informative. We mixed some sushi and tacos. Sushi was good, not great, but the tacos were fantastic. Craft drinks we good, strong and reasonably priced.
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Shelli VIP
Charleston10 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was fantastic from making the reservation to signing the check for our party of 8. The fandango! Patriot’s Poinr roll. The chips! Seriously— the chips!
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Angelica
Chicago7 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The sushi and tacos were amazing, the staff is wonderful, and the churros were just the perfect ending. The hubby and I loved it here, definitely will be back, my mom and sisters will be coming into town to visit and this is one of the places I will bring them to.
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Mark VIP
Greater Boston4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good food, drinks and atmosphere . Right in the action in the middle of everything Charleston has to offer.
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FAQs

Mesu offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (854) 429-1011.

Mesu is rated 4.4 stars by 731 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

15 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 16 times today

Order delivery or takeout

570 King Street, Charleston, SC 29403

Additional information

Cross Street
King Street and Spring Street
Area
Downtown Charleston
Hours of Operation
Bar Daily 16:00–02:00 Food Mon–Wed, Sun 16:00–22:00 Thu–Sat 16:00–23:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary Mexican, Mexican, Sushi
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Parking Available at the Hyatt Hotel.
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Mike Watson
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.mesuchs.com/
Phone number
(854) 429-1011
Private party facilities
Email info@mesuchs.com for private event information or go to mesu.com to inquire on larger parties and event buyouts.

Mesu

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Additional information

Sushi Platter

TACOS

Chips & Queso

STARTERS

CHIPS & SALSAUS$10.00

CHIPS & QUESOUS$11.00

CHIPS & GUACAMOLEUS$12.00

BUILD YOUR OWN TRIOUS$16.00

STREET CORNUS$11.00

BARBACOA BRAISED BEEF OR PORK CARNITAS NACHOSUS$20.00

BAO BUNUS$6.00

TACO SALADUS$16.00

CHEESE QUESADILLAUS$10.00

ADD PROTEIN TO ABOVEUS$8.00

TACOS

BAJA FISH TACOUS$7.00

CRISPY CHICKENUS$7.00

SOYRIZO VEGGIEUS$7.00

SMOKED CHICKENUS$7.00

PICO SHRIMPUS$8.00

PORK CARNITAS CLOTHESPINUS$8.00

BARBACOA BRAISED BEEFUS$9.00

A5 PHILLY STREET TACOUS$9.00

A5 SMASHBURGER STREET TACOUS$9.00

DESSERT

CHURRO OF THE DAYUS$8.00

DESSERT OF THE DAYUS$12.00

NIGIRI/PLATTERS

DANCING FANDANGO NIGIRIUS$25.00

BONE MARROW NIGIRIUS$25.00

HOLY CITY TIRADITOUS$28.00

SUSHI PLATTER 4 ROLLSUS$85.00

SASHIMI PLATTER 15 PIECESUS$55.00

NIGIRI PLATTER 10 PIECESUS$55.00

MIXED PLATTER 2 ROLLS 5 PC SASHIMI 5 PC NIGIRIUS$80.00

SUSHI ROLLS

VEGGIEUS$18.00

TIGERUS$18.00

DYNAMITEUS$18.00

TSUNAMIUS$20.00

HAMACHI TALEUS$20.00

PATRIOTS POINTUS$20.00

RAINBOWUS$22.00

MISUUS$22.00

TAURUSUS$23.00

LOBSTER RANGOONUS$23.00

SHISH COOZYUS$25.00

KING STREETUS$25.00

THE LAFAYETTEUS$28.00

Margaritas

BYO Margarita

House MargaritaUS$10.00

Mega Pitcher Margaritas BlancoUS$200.00

Mega Pitcher Margaritas ReposadoUS$300.00

Mega Pitcher Margaritas CasamigosUS$400.00

TEQUILA

BLANCO

ANEJO

REPOSADO

MEZCAL

TEQUILA FLIGHTS

ILEGAL MEZCALUS$40.00

MIJENTAUS$50.00

DON JULIO US$40.00

HERRADURA US$47.00

KOMOS US$115.00

PATRON CORE 4US$48.00

GRAN PATRONUS$170.00

Cocktails

Japanese MuleUS$16.00

Red Bull RitaUS$16.00

Topo Chico Ranch WaterUS$16.00

Añejo Old FashionedUS$16.00

Lychee-TiniUS$16.00

Mesu MargaritaUS$16.00