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O-Ku - Charlotte, Charlotte, NC
O-Ku - Charlotte, Charlotte, NC
O-Ku - Charlotte, Charlotte, NC
O-Ku - Charlotte, Charlotte, NC
O-Ku - Charlotte, Charlotte, NC

O-Ku - Charlotte

4.8
4.8
2447 Reviews
$30 and under
Japanese

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2 people
7:00 pm

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Booked 53 times today
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  • 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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • 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
  • Phone number
    (704) 594-1922
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
  • Private party contact
    Meghan Sturgeon: (980) 222-5756
  • Area
    Southend
  • Cross Street
    E. Tremont Ave
  • Parking details
    Public Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeaway
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What 2,447 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
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Charlotte

    Hot spot

  • Charlotte

    Hot spot

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
O-Ku - Charlotte offers a remarkable dining experience with "amazing food" and "exceptional service." This sushi spot is celebrated for its "freshness" and thoughtful presentation. Patrons frequently praise the staff's attentiveness and personalized touches, making it a go-to destination for celebrations. Reservations are recommended due to its popularity.
2,447 Reviews
  1. Vincent

    VIP

    Atlanta

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect rice. Carpaccio was on point. Other rolls were delicious. Tasty! Kids friendly and accommodating! Service on point!
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded today
    Thanks for letting us know that you had such a lovely experience, Vincent! We are pleased to know that the food and service were to your liking, and we look forward to seeing you again soon!

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  2. Abby

    VIP

    Greensboro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great time at O-Ku! I went for my boyfriend’s birthday and I told the restaurant ahead of time and every waiter that came by our table made a point of wishing his a happy birthday. They went out of their way to make it a special evening.
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded today
    Hey Abby! We are so grateful that you took the time to leave us this wonderful review, and thrilled to know that our team was able to make the celebratory experience so memorable. We look forward to seeing you again soon!

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  3. steve

    VIP

    Charlotte

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Our waiter was wonderful. There was a bit of a wait for our food to be expedited—it did not change the quality of our experience or the great food.
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded 2 days ago
    Hi Steve! Thank you so much for taking the time to shout out your server and how he helped shape your excellent experience. We are humbled to receive your grace on the slight delays on the food, and pleased to know that the quality of the service and cuisine made the experience excellent. We look forward to seeing you for another celebration again soon!

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  4. Okalani

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic dining experience! The sushi was top-notch, especially the Lobster Temaki and the Chef's choice for the Sashimi and Nigiri platter. The Blue Fin Carpaccio and Truffle Toro Roll were also outstanding. The staff was attentive and made the visit even better. Highly recommend—you won't be disappointed!
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded today
    Thank you so much for taking the time to share about your wonderful service, Okalani! We are thrilled to know that you found so many of our dishes delicious and that you appreciated the attentive service as well. We look forward to seeing you again soon!

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  5. Mary Lily

    VIP

    Charlotte

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    Food was good. Service / ambiance felt like the corner of PF changs on a busy night. (It was not that busy and we had a reservation). Our appetizer came last, after we reminded waiter we ordered it. Cancelled our valentines reservation while at dinner.
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded 6 days ago
    Hi Mary Lily - Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. While we're glad you enjoyed your meal, we're sorry to hear that your recent overall experience at Oku didn't meet your expectations. Your comments about the delay on your appetizer will be addressed directly with our team. And I would love to gain more insight from you as to what was off regarding the service and ambiance. If you'd be keen to share more details and allow us to truly make things up to you, please feel free to reach out to me directly so I can assist with your next booking to ensure you enjoy the experience you deserve. I will DM you my direct contact info! At Your Service, Lauren Bachar General Manager

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  6. Michelle

    VIP

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Justin was amazing! The attention to detail and offer of fabulous suggestions on entrees made our dinner perfect!
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded 2 days ago
    Hi Michelle! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this wonderful review, and to shout out Justin's service. We think he's amazing too! We look forward to seeing you again soon!

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  7. Ryan

    Charlotte

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 24 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always an amazing time at O-KU! Thank you to everyone on their team who makes the experience so wonderful!
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded 2 days ago
    Hey Ryan! Thank you so much for stopping by to leave us some love! We are humbled and honored to be in receipt of your compliments to the team, and we look forward to seeing you again soon!

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  8. Kristy

    VIP

    Charlotte

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on 23 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was exquisite. Tony provided a great review of the menu and suggestions. Great date night!
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded on 24 January 2025
    Hey Kristy - thanks for leaving us this wonderful feedback. We are thrilled to know that the food and Tony's service helped make your date night so special. We look forward to seeing you again soon!

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  9. Chris

    VIP

    Las Vegas

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 22 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    O ku is great and highly recommend. The the atmosphere.
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded on 24 January 2025
    Thanks for leaving us this great review, Chris. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to seeing you soon!

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  10. Glenn

    Western NC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I've been to several O-Ku's and they are all great. The one in Charlotte is now my favorite. The food is so crazy good that they are often packed to the rafters and the noise level escalates accordingly. Last night was busy, with the restaurant being about 70% full and it still felt cozy and was quiet enough for my client and I to have a meaningful conversation without straining to hear each other over the din. Our server was excellent, just the right combination of attentive and unobtrusive. The food was, as always, fantastic: fresh, beautifully presented and fun to eat.
    O-Ku - CharlotteResponded on 24 January 2025
    Wow Glenn, this review has got us totally blushing! We are so glad to be your favorite Oku, and thrilled to know you and your client had the ideal experience and that you found the food and service to be top tier. We look forward to seeing you again soon!

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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 2447 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.

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm

Select a time

Booked 53 times today
You're in luck! We still have 2 timeslots left

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for O-Ku - Charlotte

2000 South Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28203

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    E. Tremont Ave
  • Area
    Southend
  • 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
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Sushi, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeaway
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