O-Ku - Raleigh

4.7

1188 Reviews

$30 and under

Japanese

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O-Ku Sushi Raleigh celebrates authentic Asian cuisine with a southern approach with a menu that focuses on unique ingredients and sophisticated presentations. From petite plates to sushi specialties, O-Ku showcases the freshest fish from the world’s finest markets and produces in areas such as Norway, Scotland, Hawaii and New Zealand, as well as local sustainable sources.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jan 26, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 78 times today

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(919) 792-3777

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Japanese, Sushi, Seafood
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(919) 792-3777
Website
https://www.o-kusushi.com/location/o-ku-raleigh/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Catering
We look forward to planning and customizing off-site events and catering for you.
Private party facilities
Private dining is available. Please contact the restaurant for full details and availability.
Private party contact
Cathleen Barrett: (844) 527-4718

Location
411 W Hargett St, Raleigh, NC 27603
Neighborhood
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)<br />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, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Miso Soup$4.00
Seaweed Salad$6.00
Garden Salad$8.00
mixed greens, tomatoes, carrot, red onion, carrot ginger dressing
O-Ku Rock Shrimp$15.00
spicy aioli, fried shallots, greens
- HH$9.00
Dillon Wings (6pc)$12.00
sweet chili sauce, sesame seeds, chives
- HH$8.00
Carpaccio*$15.00
yellowtail, cilantro, serrano, mango, ponzu
- HH$11.00
White Fish Crudo*$15.00
featured fish, basil pesto, pink salt, lime, evoo, fried onion
Blue Fin Tuna Tataki*$16.00
seared 7-spice akami, orange supreme, daikon, chives, spicy ponzu
Edamame
- Traditional$5.00
- Pink Himalayan Salt & Truffle Oil$7.00
- Spiced Chili$6.00
Usuzukuri*$15.00
salmon, pickled wasabi, truffle ponzu, black salt, scallions
BBQ Pork Buns$16.00
braised pork, crispy bao buns, cucumber, pickled red onion, cilantro, hoisin sauce
Lobster Temaki*$18.00
poached lobster, asparagus, chives, black salt, cilantro aioli
Otoro Spoons* (4)$21.00
O-toro, uni, pickled wasabi, caviar, ponzu, micro greens
Wagyu Tartare*$16.00
pickled wasabi, shallots, cilantro aioli, quail egg

Omakase

Creative Multi-Course Tasting*
- pp$100.00
- Wine & Sake Pairing$45.00

Nigiri* & Sashimi*

Nigiri(1pc.) & Sashimi(2pc.)

Maguro$4.50
red tuna
O-Toro
fatty blue fin tuna
- MP
Sake$3.50
scottish salmon
Ora King$5.00
new Zealand salmon
Madai$4.00
sea bream
Hirame$3.50
fluke
Hamachi$4.00
yellowtail
Kanpachi$4.50
yellow jack
Shima Aji$4.50
striped jack
A5 Wagyu (1 Pc)
premium japanese beef
- MP
Uni (1 Pc)$13.00
sea urchin
Zuwai Gani$6.50
snow crab
Hotate$4.00
scallop
Shima-Saba$3.00
marinated mackerel
Unagi$3.50
fresh water eel
Tako$3.00
octopus
Amaebi$5.50
sweet shrimp
Ikura (1 Pc)$4.00
salmon roe
Nigiri / Sashimi Combo$35.00
assorted (Please allow additional time)

O-Ku Nigiri* (1 Pc.)

Tuna$6.00
tuna, umeboshi, shiso
Hamachi$6.00
hamachi, basil pesto, serrano pepper
King Salmon$6.00
truffle ponzu, pickled wasabi, togarashi, ikura black lava salt
Snow Crab$8.00
garlic miso butter, caviar, chives
Oooh Toro
sturgeon caviar, pickled wasabi
- MP
Sea Bream Marmalade$6.00
yuzu kosho, yuzu marmalade, yuzu tobiko, pink himalayan salt
Wagyu A-5
black truffle, pickled wasabi
- MP

Robata Yaki

Hanger$16.00
wagyu hanger steak, onion chips, fresh wasabi
Yakitori$9.00
chicken, scallions, japanese seven spice
Pork Belly$12.00
sweet chili glaze, micro greens
Citrus Scallop$13.00
truffle butter, yuzu
Hamachi Kama$15.00
yellowtail cheek, ponzu
Shishito Peppers$8.00
japanese 7 spice, miso butter

Hot Dish

Traditional Teriyaki
seasonal vegetables, steamed rice
- With Chicken$18.00
- With Salmon$23.00
Curry Noodle$16.00
spicy coconut curry, ramen noodles, scallions, chili pepper
Cauliflower Karaage$15.00
tempura cauliflower, dillon sauce, green onion, peanuts
O-Ku Fried Rice$14.00
braised pork belly, carrot, onion, edamame, garlic, egg

Classic Maki*

Tekka$8.00
tuna
Negi Hama$8.00
yellowtail, scallion
Kappa$5.00
cucumber
Sake$7.00
salmon
Unagi Kyu$10.00
eel, cucumber
Negitoro$15.00
minced O-toro, scallions

Signature Maki*

Salmon & Lemon$13.00
crab, avocado, cucumber, salmon, lemon aioli, yuzu tobiko
- HH$8.00
Spicy Tuna Crunch$11.00
spicy tuna, cucumber, eel sauce, tempura crunch
- HH$7.00
Cali Crunch$10.00
crab, cucumber, avocado, sesame, masago, eel sauce, tempura crunch
- HH$6.00
Rainbow$15.00
crab, cucumber, avocado, hamachi, salmon, tuna, masago
- HH$8.00
Tsunami Roll$12.00
panko fried roll, salmon, scallop, avocado, kewpie mayo, eel sauce, scallions
- HH$7.00
Katana$16.00
tempura shrimp, avocado, wagyu, spicy aioli, eel sauce, crispy onion
Yasai$12.00
shiitake, cucumber, asparagus, japanese pickle, avocado, mango salsa
Tuna Wrap$14.00
spicy tuna, english cucumber, big eye tuna, spicy aioli, eel sauce
Spider Roll$15.00
softshell crab, cucumber, avocado, seared salmon, spicy mayo, eel sauce, masago, scallions
Red Dragon$19.00
tempura lobster, cilantro, avocado, tuna, eel, serrano, sesame seeds, eel sauce

Hokozushi

Black Magic$21.00
lobster, shrimp, squid ink rice, spicy aioli, masago, chives, shallots
Ha-Ha Machi*$16.00
spicy tuna, asparagus, seared hamachi, cilantro aioli, wasabi tobiko, rice puffs

What 1,188 people are saying

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

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JonathanR
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Perfect setting and experience, couldn’t see anyone having a bad time here. Made a reservation and had to wait a couple minutes which is understandable, they can only predict when people leave but the hosts gave us a drink and apologized for the wait and the food was amazing, will definitely be back!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Raleigh
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic food: had the Usuzukuri and Rock Shrimp to start, the chef's choice sashimi and a few other rolls for the entree and finished with green tea mochi and cheesecake, good portions, amazing flavor profiles, all around phenomenal Fantastic service: Adam made us feel like royalty even in the midst of a busy Saturday night Amazing experience from start to finish, from a quick bite to a birthday celebration like us, O-Ku is a must try!
SB
SamByrnes
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service3ambience5
Great food. Fair prices. Service could have been faster but it was a busy night!
F
Frank
Nashville
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall1food5service1ambience5
We typically visit this restaurant once a month and bring someone (Friends and Family) with us due to its amazing food and great vibes. However, last night we didn’t not have the best server. She would take order from one person at a time and then come back and ask the next person. It seems like a method to drag out our order passed 7:00 PM to avoid HH. Even though our last order was placed prior to 7:00, she charged us full price and argued that it was after 7:00. We still have her 18% tip in case she was just having a bad day but I hope that’s not a strategy that she’s being thought by her leaders. We will come back because of the food and our prior experiences.
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sdreese
Raleigh
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Birthday dinner for my hubby at Ok-u. Food was outstanding, everything was delicious. We enjoyed the pork buns, dumplings and four different sushi rolls. Everything was great. Server was outstanding she helped us in selecting sake and answered all questions on the menu knowledgably. Beautiful restaurant. Will go again.
FM
FroMan
Salt Lake City
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on January 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing as always!
LH
LoriH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
My son and I had an amazing time!! It was very nice that even the waitress knew it was my son's birthday (she wished him a happy birthday as soon as she started waiting on us!) That was very nice!! Also, the food was AMAZING!!! WHAT A GREAT EXPERIENCE!! WE WILL DEFINITELY BE BACK!
D
Dano
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server and overall service was excellent. It was our first time and our waitress went above and beyond to make our experience great. They were 20-30 minutes late seating us for our reservation however they comp’d our desserts and one entree without us even asking. Meal was reasonably priced and the food was amazing.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Berlin
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall3food4service4ambience1
Soooo much noise inside. Terrible accustics. We almost couldn't have a conversation and hear each other. Couldn't hear what the very friendly waitress was saying.... And we are not old people 😃 It almost ruined the dinner. It was a relief to step outside afterwards. Such a shame because the food was really good.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Raleigh
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great time- Hostess to wait staff was excellent. Some of the food was different than the usual sushi restaurant, and that was welcomed. Thoroughly enjoyed this restaurant and would recommend it.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 13, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Great ambience and AMAZING food! We sat at the sushi bar and had the most pleasant interactions.
SB
SabrinaB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service was great, the food was amazing. Try the sugar and spice cocktail!
L
Lovetodineout
Raleigh
57 reviews
vip
5.0
57 reviews
Dined on January 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent meal! Just wish you still had the fried rice!
AJ
AngelaJ
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on January 11, 2023
overall1food2service4ambience2
Very little lighting, could not see menu, had read from online menu with phone,not much choose from, 1st time for Birthday and got over charged, noticed next day on recipt. Menu online had different price then what was recipted..got charged for something they also forgot take off because they didn't have it! Doubt we will go back. Very pricey... good but pricey and all above listed.
SS
ShelitaS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was my second visit to O-Ku and it was delicious just as the first. Everything was very fresh and our server was sweet and professional. Perfect date night spot.
TF
TriangleFoodie
Raleigh
51 reviews
vip
4.0
51 reviews
Dined on January 7, 2023
overall4food5service3ambience3
For a very price restaurant like this I expected the service to be top notch. Our server did not even know what some of the ingredients were in a dish. When I complained the item was not as described in the menu, the manager did come over and offered it on the house and said "sorry for the miscommunication" though there was no communication about it at all when we ordered. The food was excellent, but the restaurant is packed. If you want to have a conversation it is hard.
HD
HeidiD
Raleigh
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 7, 2023
overall3food4service2ambience5
They literally gave me a dirty used food bowl. I didn’t get a clean one until I asked my waitress for one. Do I have to say anymore? Service was subpar, food good not worth the insane wait time
KS
KateS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
My husband and I haven’t stopped talking about how good o-ku is!! The perfect date spot.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great! *****
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abnw24
Baltimore
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food and service were great! Will definitely return!
DW
DocW
Raleigh
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on January 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding food, alcohol a little pricey.
R
Renee
Charlotte
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on January 6, 2023
overall3food2service5ambience5
Loved the drinks and atmosphere! Service was great. Was expecting to like my sushi a little more though.
C
Christy
Raleigh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding dinner experience last night. Dined outside. Heat lamps adequate on a chilly night. Food amazing. Very fresh fish. Amazing flavors. Beautiful decor. Exceptional waitress. Pricey but worth it. Highly recommend!
SB
SavannahB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Staff was professional and quick. Every request was met and accommodated!
NC
NCFoodie
Raleigh
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on January 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I didn’t want to stop eating. Everything was outstanding.
KG
KimberlyG
Raleigh
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Came to celebrate a birthday and have a nice dinner out before one of our children returned to college. All of the food we had was amazing, not a morsel was left on any plate! Favorites: the dumplings, Usuzukuri, Salmon & Lemon, Emperor and The Dillon. Our server, Shelly, was professional and attentive, she was always there when we needed her but never bothersome. We made arrangements late in the week and reservations were scarce, thought about finding another place to eat but decided to go with the early time - very happy that we did! The parking garage is easy and convenient.
TW
TonyW
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on January 6, 2023
overall3food4service5ambience4
Small portions great food. Overall great night out with my family. But this was a one time thing.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great for a birthday!!
HS
HectorS
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything from the hostess, to the waiter, and the food were amazing. I cannot say enough about the taste of the food. It was amazing!
MA
MonicaA
Raleigh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
The food was amazing! The hanger steak was mouth watering and the tsunami roll was perfect!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Raleigh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
New Years Eve dinner with friends
BP
BreeP
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great sushi, service, and atmosphere. I don’t think is appropriate for infants because the tables are closed to each other. Overall outstanding.
BM
BrandonM
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 26, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience5
Great food good service busy for a Monday night but overall was very nice for a date.
j
jamesh
Raleigh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
O-ku is extremely tasty, with great ambiance. It’s a bit expensive, but I would do it again! Thank you
OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlanta
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a fantastic time on Christmas Eve. The food was delicious and came out pretty quickly. The sushi was so fresh and flavorful. Great ambiance and super easy parking!
MW
MelissaW
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on December 24, 2022
overall3food5service5ambience5
Food was amazing. Drinks were good. The only minor negative was they seemed to be out of a few things. Might not be their fault given supply chain issues this time of year.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Pinehurst
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 24, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
The counter seating was totally open but we were sat on the furthest to the left seats next to the staff working. It was very awkward and uncomfortable especially when there were other places to sit that weren’t as awkward. Otherwise great experience as usual. Just need to manage seating better when restaurant is not full. Where we were sat should be the very last seats to be sat.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orlando
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and service was great. They will see me again!!!!
C
Colleen
Raleigh
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of our favorite restaurants! It’s been great every time we have been there. We’ve always had great food and service!
LK
LKayC
Washington DC
52 reviews
5.0
52 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Server was fantastic! Everything was delicious from the Pho to the sushi to the rock shrimp. Cocktails were especially good- especially the habaneravodka one!!

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

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

O-Ku - Raleigh is rated 4.7 stars by 1188 OpenTable diners.

O-Ku - Raleigh does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.