O-Ku
O-Ku offers a sophisticated Japanese dining experience with an emphasis on high-quality sushi and exceptional service.
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O-Ku offers a sophisticated Japanese dining experience with an emphasis on high-quality sushi and exceptional service.
"The sushi here is hands down the best in Greenville, and the atmosphere is gorgeous."
Consider the Omakase
Opt for the Omakase Chef's Tasting Menu for a personalized and diverse culinary experience.
Allergy Accommodations
The staff is highly accommodating of food allergies and dietary restrictions.
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Cuisine
Japanese
Price
$$$
Phone
(864) 326-4812
Address
30 W Broad St, Greenville, SC 29601, USA
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Omakase Chef's Tasting Menu
Embark on a culinary journey with the Omakase tasting menu, a curated selection of the chef's finest creations.
Exquisite Sushi & Rolls
Indulge in meticulously crafted sushi and specialty rolls, featuring the freshest ingredients and innovative combinations.
Vibrant Atmosphere & Live Music
Experience a lively and chic atmosphere, enhanced by live music during special events like Jazz Fest.
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Consider the Omakase
Opt for the Omakase Chef's Tasting Menu for a personalized and diverse culinary experience.
Allergy Accommodations
The staff is highly accommodating of food allergies and dietary restrictions.
Sushi Bar or Outdoor Seating
Sit at the sushi bar for interactive dining or enjoy the outdoor seating on pleasant days.
Reservations Recommended
Make a reservation if you wish to be seated at a table, especially during peak times.
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Consider the Omakase
Opt for the Omakase Chef's Tasting Menu for a personalized and diverse culinary experience.
Allergy Accommodations
The staff is highly accommodating of food allergies and dietary restrictions.
Sushi Bar or Outdoor Seating
Sit at the sushi bar for interactive dining or enjoy the outdoor seating on pleasant days.
Reservations Recommended
Make a reservation if you wish to be seated at a table, especially during peak times.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
O-Ku is celebrated for its high-quality sushi, innovative rolls, and exceptional service, making it a top dining destination. While the ambiance is often praised as upscale and vibrant, some diners note that the restaurant can become noisy during peak hours. Prices are considered on the higher side, but the quality of ingredients and overall experience are frequently deemed worth the splurge for special occasions.
"We had been waiting a while to find an occasion to go here and my wife’s birthday seemed like a good cause.
We opted for the OMAKASE
CHEF'S CREATIVE MULTI COURSE TASTING MENU for us both so we didn’t have to make choices. Well done. Great way to get a taste of many things.
We will go back and sit at the sushi bar for a nigiri splurge next though they offer many creative combinations."
John Pall
"The food was delicious. We will definitely be back for the Omakase. Otoro Shots were phenomenal. 10 out of 10. We got the Tarusake Sake. The white pepper went perfectly with the raw seafood. The waiter was excellent."
Emily Savage
"We decided to try out O-Ku in Greenville although there is one back home in Charleston since we’re heard good things about it.
The indoor area was very nice and had nice lighting and ambiance. We chose to sit outside since it was pretty nice and finally cooled down.
I love me some sake so that was my first stop on the menu and hubby got the “Just got back” margarita. He didn’t love it bc of the spicy flavor but that was solely preference. I enjoyed his drink and my nigori sake.
We skipped the appetizers and settled on 3 sushi rolls. The server was very helpful in guiding us towards the GF ones since hubby has celiac.
We got one with shrimp, one with tuna and another fish. Everything tasted very fresh and it was quite filling. I will say we kinda knew coming in that it would be pricier so we ended up spending over $100.
You can definitely tell they use quality ingredients but sushi nights like this are definitely a “treat” when you’re spending that much for just a few rolls and drinks. We enjoyed ourselves and our server took good care of us and accommodated our allergy."
Nina Cash
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Frequently Asked Questions
Omakase is a Japanese phrase meaning 'I leave it up to you.' It's a chef's tasting menu where the chef curates a multi-course meal based on the freshest ingredients available.
Yes, O-Ku is known for its excellent accommodation of food allergies and dietary restrictions, including gluten-free and vegetarian options.
Reservations are highly recommended, especially if you wish to secure a table. Walk-ins are often accommodated at the bar.
O-Ku features a chic, vibrant, and sophisticated atmosphere, with some locations offering live music during events.
Yes, O-Ku offers several delicious vegetarian options, including specific rolls and appetizers.
Standout dishes include the Otoro Shots, Rainbow Roll, and the Omakase tasting menu. The Truffle Butter Edamame is also a popular starter.
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O-Ku is another Greenville restaurant with footprints throughout the South, from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. The Upstate outpost is the sibling restaurant and neighbor to Indaco—both from The Indigo Hospitality Group—but its offerings are completely unique. O-Ku credits its “high-end point of precision to sushi” as its selling point, with a menu composed of signature nigiri, specialty sushi rolls, and Hakozushi (box-style sushi), among other dishes. o-kusushi.com; 30 W Broad St, Greenville, SC 29601; 864-326-4812
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Lieu’s Chinese Bistro serves entrees like Cantonese crispy duck, and nationally recognized sushi restaurant O-Ku added a Greenville outpost to its existing locations that include Nashville, Washington, D.C., and Atlanta. (In 2024, O-Ku’s owners were semifinalists for the James Beard Foundation Award for outstanding restaurateurs.)
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O-Ku – “A sibling restaurant and neighbor to Indaco, from The Indigo Hospitality Group,” the magazine said, but a totally different concept. They offer ‘high-end point of precision to sushi’ as its selling point, with a menu composed of signature nigiri, specialty sushi rolls, and Hakozushi (box-style sushi), among other dishes.
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I come here often and always feel very safe as someone with Celiac Disease. They gave a gluten free menu and when telling the waitress I have Celiac, they were very accommodating and understanding of the seriousness of Celiac. Chefs will change gloves upon request.
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