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O-Ku - Charlotte, Charlotte, NC

O-Ku - Charlotte

4.8
4.8
2484 Reviews
$30 and under
Japanese

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2 people
19:00
Booked 46 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.

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  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Sushi, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Wed 16:00–22:00 Tue, Thu 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00 Sun 17:00–21:00
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
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What 2,484 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

NoiseModerate

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  • Charlotte

    Best Food

  • Charlotte

    Best Food

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
O-Ku in Charlotte is praised for its "amazing service" and "incredible food," making it a top choice for celebrations. Guests love the "best sushi in Charlotte" and staff who "go above and beyond" to make occasions special. The vibrant atmosphere and attentive service, from servers like Kayla and Justin, ensure a memorable dining experience.

2,484 Reviews
  1. Katy

    Charlotte13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was incredible! It was my brother‘s birthday, and they did such a nice job to make him feel celebrated. It’s his favorite spot, and we always go for every special occasion. The food was delicious, and it came quickly. Waitress was very friendly and helpful. Can’t wait to go back!
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded today
    Hey Katy! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this wonderful review. We are so glad your brother felt celebrated on his special day, and we are incredibly grateful to be your go-to celebratory spot! We are glad Aerisa's service helped to make the experience so special. We look forward to seeing you again soon!

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  2. Steve

    Charlotte24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first visit to Oku. It was a wonderful experience. The food was great and the service was phenomenal. Our server Justin was very extremely nice, informative and helpful. We will definitely be back!
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded today
    Hey Steve! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this wonderful review. We are so glad to know that both the food and Justin's service helped make the experience so memorable. We look forward to seeing you again soon!

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  3. Amie VIP

    Charlotte19 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Very long time to get food, in spite of the fact that the restaurant was almost empty at 4:45PM. No itemized bill.
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Amie - Thank you for sharing your feedback. We sincerely apologize for the wait you experienced, especially when the restaurant wasn’t busy. We understand how frustrating that can be. Regarding the bill, we’ll certainly take note of your comment about providing itemized bills to ensure better transparency for our customers moving forward. We truly appreciate your patience and hope you'll give us another chance to provide you with a better experience next time. Please reach out to me directly so I can assist with your next booking to ensure you enjoy the experience you truly deserve. At Your Service, Lauren Bachar General Manager

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  4. Erica VIP

    Atlanta5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the best customer service and all of the food was amazing. The staff is beyond amazing. We will be back
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded 4 days ago
    Thanks for taking the time to leave us this lovely review! We are so glad to know that the staff helped make your experience so memorable. We look forward to seeing you again soon!

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  5. Sonia VIP

    Charlotte10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was one of the most beautiful and lovely experience The hostess - server all were very polite and welcoming We were celebrating our anniversary and they went above and beyond to celebrate us We got 2 complimentary items and a dessert would definitely recommend this place and will go back to try more dishes
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded 4 days ago
    Sonia, thank you SO much for leaving us this wonderful review! We are beyond thrilled to know you felt so celebrated and that the staff were able to make the experience so memorable for you. We can't wait to see you again!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Western NC1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My boyfriend and I had a wonderful time at O-Ku. Ive been there multiple times with girlfriends but coming with him was great! The truffle and red dragon roll is incredible. Do not sleep on the lemon salmon! I will say the service is great but the music sounds like we are in a german nightclub or at a rave 😂 it can be incredibly distracting especially if its a date. Its also super loud. Five stars all around the only thing id change is the music choice and volume!
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded 5 days ago
    Hey there! Thanks for taking the time to leave us this wonderful review. We are thrilled to know you found the food so delicious! And while we certainly acknowledge that our ambience and vibe isn't everyone's perfect cup of tea, we appreciate that even though the music wasn't your fav that you'd still give us five stars, thank you so much! We look forward to seeing you again soon!

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  7. Samantha

    Greater Boston4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    O-Ku is my go to place whenever celebrating something special. The food and service are always top notch!
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded 7 days ago
    Hey Samantha! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this wonderful review. We are so humbled and honored to be highly considered as your go-to for celebrations. We look forward to your next special occasion soon!

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  8. Patrick

    Charlotte2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 5 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall great experience at O-Ku as always. The food and drinks were top notch, and Tony who waited on us was fantastic. The whole staff was super friendly and checked on us throughout the night. Not my first time at O-Ku and definitely won’t be my last!
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded on 5 March 2025
    Hey Patrick! Thank you so much for leaving us this wonderful review. I know Tony and the whole crew really enjoyed taking care of you for your anniversary, and we are so glad that the team left such a memorable impact on the overall experience. We're glad the food and drinks were as excellent as the service and we will certainly look forward to seeing you both again soon!

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  9. MaryS VIP

    Charlotte4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 4 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter Ryan was exceptional as always! Food was so fresh and delicious.
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded on 5 March 2025
    Hey Mary! Thank you so much for leaving us this kind review. We are so glad to know that Ryan helped make your experience so exceptional, as always. We look forward to celebrating the next milestone accomplishment with you, and thanks for continuing to choose Oku for your celebrations!

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Alabama2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 4 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had the pleasure of having the omakase at O-Ku recently. From the moment I walked in, I felt like I was a special guest. The hostess and waitstaff (I believe my waitress’s name was Jasmine; I wish I had asked again) were beyond welcoming and wonderful. I had seven amazing courses over about 2.5 hours. Every dish was thoughtfully created and beautifully executed. I loved learning about the seafood in each dish and that a surprising amount comes from Tsukiji Fish Market in Japan. I could not sing enough praises for this experience. The atmosphere, the staff, and the food were beyond incredible and out-valued the cost of the experience tenfold. I will visit O-Ku every time I’m in Charolette. Thank you for a truly wonderful experience.
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded on 5 March 2025
    Hey there! Thank you so much for leaving us this wonderful glowing review. Jasmine and the culinary team had a wonderful time showcasing our creativity and some of our finest products during your recent omakase experience. We are thrilled to know that not only the food was above expectations, but that the service, ambience, and even the warm welcome at the door helped make the experience so memorable. We will sincerely look forward to your next visit to the Queen City!

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FAQs

O-Ku - Charlotte does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now. O-Ku - Charlotte also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (704) 594-1922.

O-Ku - Charlotte is rated 4.8 stars by 2484 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
19:00
Booked 46 times today
Google Map for O-Ku - Charlotte

2000 South Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28203

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Sushi, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Wed 16:00–22:00 Tue, Thu 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00 Sun 17:00–21:00
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
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