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O-Ku - Raleigh, Raleigh, NC

O-Ku - Raleigh

4.9
4.9
1907 Reviews
$30 and under
Japanese

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 33 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Good for groups
O-Ku's menu provides a fresh and innovative take on traditional Japanese sushi and cuisine. Located in the Warehouse District of downtown Raleigh, 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. The beverage program is built around quality ingredients that celebrate Japanese culture .

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Sushi, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Tue, Sun 17:00–21:00 Wed, Thu 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00
  • Phone number
    (919) 792-3777
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Cuong Le
  • Catering
    We look forward to planning and customizing off-site events and catering for you.
  • Private party contact
    Cathleen Barrett: (919) 792-3777
  • Area
    Raleigh
  • Cross Street
    West Hargett Street + South West Street
  • Parking details
    The best parking option would be the Dillion Parking Deck. The parking deck entrances are location either on West Street or Harrington. Also, there are public lots around the vicinity of Oku.
  • Public transit
    Train: Raleigh Union Station (500 Ft South of O-Ku)Bus: West Street at Hargett Street - R13 (Located Immediately Adjacent to O-Ku)
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 1,907 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    Best Overall

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    Best Food

  • Raleigh

    Best Overall

  • Raleigh

    Best Food

  • Raleigh

    Best Service

  • Raleigh

    Best Ambience

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
O-Ku Raleigh delivers a "memorable experience" with "amazing service, food and atmosphere." Guests rave about the personalized touches for special occasions and "exceptional cuisine." The menu features "divine sushi," with standout items like the Black Magic Roll and O-Ku rock shrimp. While noise levels can be high, the "lovely ambiance" and "attentive staff" create an unforgettable dining experience.

1,907 Reviews
  1. Toni

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We absolutely love O-ku! Everytime is perfect and the staff makes you feel like the only custom they have! And the food! THE FOOD!! Just close your eyes and point or better yet...whatever your amazing server recommends....you canNOT go wrong! Thank you, our friends and us had the best time and you made my Birthday feel very special!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

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  2. michelle

    Phoenix

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great vibe, eclectic and a wide variety of ages. Out waitress was phenomenal and very attentive. Top notch.

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  3. Melinda

    Western NC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Eric was a fantastic server!! Knowledgeable, friendly, and attentive. The food was incredible and the drinks tasty!!

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  4. Karen

    Raleigh

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First visit and will be back. Delicious sushi. Good luck finding better in Raleigh. The staff was amazing!

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  5. William

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The quality of the sushi is top-notch and the service sends the experience over the top. It is literally a joy to visit this restaurant and our time there last night was wonderful. The salmon sashimi with black truffle salt is a must.

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  6. Ryan

    VIP

    Raleigh

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We didn’t get the table our reservation was for, but excellent experience

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  7. Brent

    Charleston

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Nigiri was great, sake offering was fantastic, rolls were average, ambience was quiet, but not standout, dessert was hit and miss, and service was superb. Special thanks to Austin!

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  8. Natalie

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love it here. Always will come back. Staff is amazing, I can tell they love to work here & love to serve their customers! I feel welcomed! Food is amazing too
    O-Ku - RaleighResponded 4 days ago
    We enjoy having you Nicole! Looking forward to seeing you again, soon!

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  9. Angelina

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Went for Valentine’s day and they sat us at the counter when there were tables open. When we went to go ask the hostess for a different seat, they gave us a hard time. When expressing to our waiter, he gave no empathy and complained about how he has been serving couples back to back from 5-10. Then we ordered drinks and they took 20 minutes to get there and when we tried to leave before getting any drinks they flagged us down to pay. So we paid and awkwardly had to stand at the counter until the manager came over to talk to us. She tried telling us we booked the counter, and they now had a table after being there for 45 minutes. She offered a free appetizer but we refused to stay as it soured our Valentine’s Day. She then proceeded to offer us a gift card and gave us a gift card for less than the drinks we just bought and said “first round on us.” The food was great and did not get this experience the first time I went. Very disappointed 👎

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  10. Harry

    Raleigh

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 14 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first sushi experience in Raleigh since we recently relocated and O-Ku made it a great one! The sushi was fresh and delicious, with a wide variety to choose from. The service was top notch, thanks to our fabulous waiter, Austin, who was amazing! If you're a sushi lover or just in the mood for something special, Sushi O-Ku is highly recommended!
    O-Ku - RaleighResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you very much Harry! We agree Austin is pretty amazing, we're looking forward to seeing you again in the near future!

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FAQs

O-Ku - Raleigh offers delivery in partnership with Chow Now. O-Ku - Raleigh also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (919) 792-3777.

O-Ku - Raleigh is rated 4.9 stars by 1907 OpenTable diners.

O-Ku - Raleigh 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
7:00 pm
Booked 33 times today

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Google Map for O-Ku - Raleigh

411 W Hargett St, Raleigh, NC 27603

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    West Hargett Street + South West Street
  • Area
    Raleigh
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Tue, Sun 17:00–21:00 Wed, Thu 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Sushi, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    The best parking option would be the Dillion Parking Deck. The parking deck entrances are location either on West Street or Harrington. Also, there are public lots around the vicinity of Oku.
  • Public transit
    Train: Raleigh Union Station (500 Ft South of O-Ku)Bus: West Street at Hargett Street - R13 (Located Immediately Adjacent to O-Ku)
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Cuong Le
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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