O-Ku

4.6
357 reviews

About

Japanese RestaurantSushi RestaurantFine Dining RestaurantRestaurant
O-Ku brings a high-end point of precision to sushi. Our menu focuses on new seafood and classic Japanese dishes, as well as classic and avant-garde sushi and artistic cocktails.

Details

  • Dine-inAvailable
  • DeliveryNot available
  • TakeoutAvailable
  • Accepts reservationsAvailable

Location

O-Ku
30 W Broad Street, Greenville, SC
29601, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.6
357 reviews
5 stars
297
4 stars
20
3 stars
21
2 stars
8
1 star
11

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Food Quality

Customers consistently praised the freshness and quality of the sushi and other dishes, highlighting specific items like the Otoro shots and various rolls.

Service Excellence

Many reviews noted exceptional service, with staff going above and beyond to make dining experiences special, especially during celebrations.

Atmosphere

The restaurant's ambiance was frequently described as pleasant and inviting, making it suitable for both casual and special occasions.

Pricing Concerns

Some customers felt that the prices were high relative to the portion sizes and overall value, with a few mentioning that certain dishes did not meet their expectations.

Mixed Experiences

While many had positive experiences, a few reviews mentioned issues with slow service or specific dishes that did not meet expectations.
  • SC
    Svetlana Chepikova
    Jan 5, 2026
    4.0
    My bf and I went here for our anniversary. We were both asked if we had allergies. I do. To anything dairy. After we ordered. The main manager came up to our table to let us know. One of the dishes ordered, had dairy in a product that was already made. I verified I had pills with me, just in case if I had any reactions. My bf ordered the Chicken Teriyaki, I had ordered: Bao Buns and The G.O.A.T(out of the Specialty Sushi Rolls). We both think that the chicken Teriyaki was way little food for the price. The sushi was okay. The goat cheese was barely noticeable. The Bao Buns was my favorite. The Buns has the dairy in it. The sauce was put on the s I de because it was mentioned it would be spicy. And im not good with spicy foods. Im glad it was put on the side, because I would of not been able to enjoy the Bao Buns if the sauce was on or in the dish. The duck meat in the Buns was amazingly good.
  • CF
    Cat Fu
    Dec 13, 2025
    5.0
    Had omakase there for first time even though I have been there countless of times. It is my favorite local sushi restaurant. I live right down the street so it is easy to go there. I love going there alone and as soon as they open so it isn’t so busy and loud. The server was attentive and asked if I had questions. I got the corner seat at the sushi bar. I was impressed by the size of the omakase dishes.. one course was 6 nigiri, not just one nigiri like my experience at other restaurants when I do omakase! By the time I got to the milk bread with crab on top, I was full. The second to last course was a whole crispy fish. Very good but I had trouble finishing it being so full already. Then it was dessert which were many yummy donuts and mochi. I was not hungry the next day. I got a large variety of cold raw fish dishes and oyster even. There was also my favorite otoro tuna, and wagyu scallop other raw and cooked nigiri. I definitely will be doing omakase again there!
  • TH
    traci hamilton
    Dec 11, 2025
    5.0
    I celebrated a birthday at O-Ku! John was exceptional at accommodating the number of guests and time. The staff and manager the evening of were AMAZING! I will definitely recommend and put it on my go to dining list in downtown Greenville. They go above & beyond! Thank you for making my birthday celebration seem less and so enjoyable đź’•
  • JS
    JR Sigala
    Dec 3, 2025
    5.0
    I had dinner at O-Ku, and the experience was really good from start to finish. The service was outstanding—attentive without being intrusive, and truly elevated the whole evening. The food was exceptional. The highlights were definitely the duck bao buns and the nigiris, both made with very fresh ingredients and presented beautifully. Overall, every dish showed great attention to detail and high-quality products. The atmosphere is pleasant and inviting, perfect for a relaxed dinner or a special occasion. As for the price, it’s quite reasonable considering the quality of the food and the top-notch service. In summary, O-Ku is highly recommended for its excellent food, great service, and solid value for money. The dessert was disappointing. I would definitely return.
  • ST
    Scott Tulk
    Dec 2, 2025
    5.0
    I wanted to say something cute, like O-Ku is OK. But OK just doesn't give enough respect to O-Ku! It's spectacular! Fine dining sushi as I've never experienced at a sushi restaurant. Amazing rolls. We tried several and liked each one. One item we tried was exceptional. The Otoro Shots! I can't recommend this enough! How can something in a shot glass pack so much flavor, Amazing 👏 If I had to pick a best bite ever, the Otoro Shot would be it! So good. Lastly was the Chocolate Namelake. Nice semi-sweet way to top off a great meal. Thank you O-Ku!

Frequently Asked Questions About O-Ku

What type of cuisine does O-Ku specialize in?

O-Ku specializes in high-end sushi, featuring new seafood and classic Japanese dishes with both classic and avant-garde sushi options.

Does O-Ku accept reservations?

Yes, O-Ku accepts reservations which can be made through their reservation link on OpenTable.