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O-Ku - Nashville, Nashville, TN

O-Ku - Nashville

4.8
4.8
2155 Reviews
$30 and under
Japanese

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 57 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Hot spot
O-Ku's menu provides a fresh and innovative take on traditional Japanese sushi and cuisine. Located in the Germantown neighborhood of Nashville, the restaurant offers rare and unique dining options 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

  • Area
    Germantown
  • Parking details
    Park along the restaurant side of Van Buren and Adams St towards the Griff Apartments. The lot outside of the restaurant is metered and not operated by the restaurant.
  • Additional
    Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access

What 2,155 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
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
O-Ku in Nashville offers a "fantastic experience" with "impeccable service" and "elevated quality sushi." Known for celebrating special occasions, the restaurant provides "attentive, knowledgeable" staff and a "great vibe." While some guests mentioned noise levels and pricing, the overall consensus highlights its "amazing food" and "memorable" dining experiences.

2,155 Reviews
  1. Bill

    Nashville

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great evening here. The food was excellent. Janna, our server, was awesome. Very knowledgeable and helped us make our night out the best it could possibly be.

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  2. Anthony

    Milwaukee

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I can’t rate the service high enough. This was our first time as we were just visiting Nashville. Our server knew the menu and was quick to accommodate dietary restrictions. The food was incredible, and we had a lot of it! Shogun and Tennessee two step were wonderful, green goddess was amazing.

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  3. PierreK

    VIP

    Pittsburgh

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Oku Sushi in Nashville is the real deal! The sushi is fresh, flavorful, and downright addictive. The playboy roll was our favorite! The staff? Super friendly, like they actually *want* you to be there (crazy, right?). The vibe is sleek but not stuffy, making it the perfect spot for a date, a night out, or just an excuse to eat way too much sushi. 10/10 would “roll” back for more!

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  4. Nick

    Nashville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and excellent service make this one of our favorite spots in Nashville.

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  5. Racheal

    Nashville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    elena reached out before we arrived and made sure our evening was special! there was a gift and a personalized menu for my boyfriend, since we were celebrating his birthday. tiffany stopped by and made sure to wish him a happy birthday as well. everyone from the host stand to the food to the service was amazing. i feel bag for not remembering our server’s name, but she was wearing a red headband and had curly hair. she was so sweet and had great recommendations. we’ll definitely be back! great hospitality!

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  6. Ana Maria

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Definitely recommend! Amazing food, service and atmosphere. Went there for my anniversary dinner with my husband and it was a great experience. They sat us in a booth meant for 4 people, had rose petals on the table around the candle, and our dessert had a special Happy Anniversary sign on it.

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  7. Josh

    VIP

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Need another bartender maybe two. Not receiving drinks until end of meal is terrible. That’s a high margin item.
    O-Ku - NashvilleResponded 1 day ago
    Hello Josh, I am so sorry to hear that you guys didn't have a perfect dining experience. It is not the level of service we strive for. I definitely understand your concerns and I will be addressing it with the team. In the main time, I would like to invite you back. We value your feedback and we would like to make it right for you. I will make sure that service on your next visit is flawless. Please don't hesitate to reach out to me directly to help you with your future reservation. Elena Grayson Restaurant General Manager

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  8. Vanessa

    Nashville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best sushi in Nashville. Always great service and the menu has an amazing variety

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    VIP

    Alabama

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the best time last night! We were celebrating a birthday and our waitress pulled out all of the stops to make the evening special. Highly recommend Oku for any special occasion!
    O-Ku - NashvilleResponded on 8 February 2025
    Hi there! So glad you had an awesome time celebrating your birthday with us last night. We are honored that we could be a part of your day and make it a special experience. Can't wait to see you next time! Sara Sturm | O-Ku Restaurant Manager

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  10. Cory

    New York City

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 6 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best sushi I have had in Nashville! Visited for my birthday last weekend and took my son the next weekend because it was so amazing. Customer service was amazing both times and they go out of their way for special events they celebrate. Such a gem for Germantown!
    O-Ku - NashvilleResponded on 8 February 2025
    Hi Cory! Thank you so much for the high praise and sweet review. So glad we were able to celebrate your birthday and have not only one but two great experiences with you. We can't wait to see you soon! Sara Sturm | O-Ku Restaurant Manager

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FAQs

O-Ku - Nashville does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now.

O-Ku - Nashville is rated 4.8 stars by 2155 OpenTable diners.

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
Booked 57 times today

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Google Map for O-Ku - Nashville

81 Van Buren Street, Nashville, TN 37208

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Germantown
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–21:30 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:30
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Sushi, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Park along the restaurant side of Van Buren and Adams St towards the Griff Apartments. The lot outside of the restaurant is metered and not operated by the restaurant.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Kevin Kobayashi
  • Additional
    Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access
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