O-Ku

30 W Broad St, Greenville, SC 29601, United States

O-Ku
About This Sushi Bar

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.

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Sushi Reviews
Sushi Experience №1

First time in and it did not disappoint! Sierra and John were fabulous. Ask for them when you get there.

Visited a month ago

Sushi Experience №2

Visited a month ago

Sushi Experience №3

Oku has the best sushi! We loved our experience thanks to Noah!

Visited 2 months ago

Sushi Experience №4

Celebrated my birthday here and was blown away by the hospitality that was shown by staff and the food quality. The fish was fresh tasting and my partner who does not eat seafood enjoyed the pork dish with seasoned sweet potato puree.

Visited 2 months ago

Sushi Experience №5

It was New Year’s Eve and we were seated in the patio. We had 4 different servers come by to take our drink and appetizer orders.It was somewhat awkward because we had to repeat the orders each time. When our drinks did come out, Julian ended up wearing most of the cocktails as they spilled from his tray. He did save my serving of Kirin Ichiban which I appreciate and came back with another round to complete the order. Every item that we ordered was amazing! Noah and Julian did take care of our group of 6 and the rest of dinner didn’t disappoint.
We ordered an assortment of nigiri sushi, but the highlight of the meal was the Wagyu beef teppan yaki platter ! My wife wanted to order more servings of the Wagyu a la carte but we were told that we had to order by the set. We were fine with ordering 8-10 more ounces of beef minus the rest of the platter. Service and the atmosphere could have been better and we understood that this may have been lacking because it was New Year’s Eve. We’ll swing by again on our next visit to GVL.

Visited 2 months ago

Sushi Experience №6

A great dining experience! Fresh tastes, great service( thank you Sierra!), and a relaxing atmosphere. We are repeat customers - always a deliciously, great experience!

Visited 2 months ago

Sushi Experience №7

Service is great, but avoid the Volcano Roll! We generally have enjoyed everything we have tried (shoutout to the dessert donuts and Daimyo Roll), but they must bake the rice with the salmon and it turns dry and crumbly. I wouldn’t recommend that roll especially for the price so my only recommendation is to try one of the other great things on the menu.

Visited 2 months ago

Sushi Experience №8

I loved the atmosphere and the waitresses that serve us are always so friendly! Only complaint is the noise level sometimes I have hard time hearing or making conversation. I was there by myself for happy hour last time at 4pm, then before that my friend Ashleigh and I were there. I was also there a few months ago right before the hurricane two times with my friend Caroline. I had happy hour the last two times. The place is so beautiful and nicely decorated. I received excellent service as when the miso soup was too salty, not only did they take it off the tab but also provided free salmon appetizer for us! I received the free smaller portion of the salmon appetizer twice already! Oku is easily my favorite sushi place in town and in general. I wish I knew about Oku earlier. I love the Daimyo and Reedy River rolls. Even bigger bonus that the reedy river roll is half off during happy hour! The non alcoholic drinks are great also, especially the strawberry one. I get that every time I come there. The wagyu toast is absolutely delicious. The otoro shots are too sour for me so I won’t be getting that again. The Daimyo roll is my favorite. I love the otoro sashimi though it’s so juicy and fatty which I love!! I had the otoro nigiri appetizer one time and think it’s pricey for only one piece of sushi. The rock shrimp is great also. The crab cakes were just okay so I won’t be getting those again. My friends and I absolutely enjoyed the doughnuts Japanese style as they melted in our mouths and the miso sauce is absolutely divine!! I has the lychee sorbet with dragonfruit boba once also. I love this place and can’t wait to come back!!

Visited 2 months ago

Sushi Experience №9

I was very disappointed in the service we received when dining here the other night for a nice date night with my girlfriend. Upon arrival, the hostess took our name as we had a reservation and then seated a couple who came in after us making us feel as though we weren't a priority.

I understand it was a busy Friday night but our waitress messed up the appetizer and brought the wrong item, and then disappeared for about an hour. She walked by our table several times and neglected each time to consider we may want to out in our entree or need a refill.

I hate to leave bad feedback as we have enjoyed a nice meal here previously which is why we were excited to come back for date night. But, this noticeably bad and left a bad taste in our mouth.

Visited 2 months ago

Sushi Experience №10

Delicious and thoughtfully prepared food. Excellent service from friendly and professional staff. You can't go wrong with the surf or the turf at O-Ku. Fantastic. Great selection of liqour as well.

Visited 2 months ago

Sushi Experience №11

5/5 across the board. Probably the best sushi I've had in Greenville. And for an order of the hamachi carpaccio, Volcano roll, Upstate roll, and 1 beer, price was incredibly reasonable. Amazing service too!

Visited 2 months ago

Sushi Experience №12

Everything was fantastic, from the food and drinks to the service! We highly recommend the crab cakes and shishito peppers. Ava the host and our server Sierra gave us an amazing experience. We will be back soon!

Visited 2 months ago

Sushi Experience №13

We have been several times and are thoroughly impressed with the quality of the staff, the excellent taste of the food and the atmosphere of the restaurant! Inna has served us every time we have gone and is wonderful!

We haven't had anything we disliked yet! Highly recommend the Miso soup, the volcano roll and the chocolate brownie for desert!

Visited 2 months ago

Sushi Experience №14

Went for dinner with a reservation for 2 and they sat us at the high tops with a view of the chefs making the sushi! The service was amazing and the sushi was the best I’ve had in a long time and I eat sushi a lot. Highly recommend!

Visited 2 months ago

Sushi Experience №15

I’m gonna start with the bad since almost everything here was pretty great. First was the music, I just wasn’t a fan and found it very distracting from the atmosphere. The second was the sushi rice. It was over seasoned and completely overpowered the fish with sweetness. I left wishing I had opted for the sashimi instead. If you’re going to charge $70 for a serving and a half of nigiri, I expect the rice to be perfect. I’m only being this harsh and critical because of the steep price associated with the nigiri.

With that out of the way, my gosh this place was delicious. I know I had bad things to say about the nigiri, but that was solely about the rice. The fish atop it was both beautiful, fresh, and some of the most high quality fish I’ve ever had in Greenville.

Even the miso soup was delectable and carefully crafted.

The crudo was amazing, the brown butter left me stunned and in awe.

The miso caramel sauce on the two desserts we had was probably the highlight of our night. Seriously, get the donuts, they’re worth it.

We also had two speciality nigiri that were really good, that somehow didn’t have the overpowering rice.

Our roll was very generously stuffed and had amazing flavors, I’m a sucker for a sushi roll with some Serrano and they nailed it.

Our waitress was really cute and adorable, a bit clumsy but as a clumsy person myself I personally think it added to her charm. Very friendly and attentive service, and we couldn’t help but giggle watching her try really hard not to spill anything.

Thank you for the enjoyable, delicious birthday dinner!

Visited 2 months ago

Sushi Experience №16

Sushi below average. Great restaurant and bar. Service very good. Food not great.

Visited 2 months ago

Sushi Experience №17

Service was slow. The sunset cocktail was way too strong. Tasted like wood and rubbing alcohol. It was supposed to be fruity. The food over all was good. The reedy river was a good roll. Same with the rainbow roll. The teriyaki chicken was good too. All the food is a little over priced for what it is.

Visited 2 months ago

Sushi Experience №18

Just had a delectable dinner with the girls at O ku . The food was delicate, creative, abs bursting with flavor! Special kudos to Chef Jose who made our meal far more interesting, and to our server Tim who was attentive! Will be back!

Visited 3 months ago

Sushi Experience №19

Next level sushi experience!

Visited 3 months ago

Sushi Experience №20

My gf and I went here for our 3 year anniversary, and I must say it was a wonderful experience. We ordered an array of items including the lobster sizzle, otoro shots, and two rolls each as well as dessert. All of the items were great. Our waitress fantastic and the management very welcoming. They even were so kind to give us some things on them for our anniversary. A wonderful place for any occasion.

Visited 3 months ago

Sushi Experience №21

Great first experience here! I love the Charleston restaurant, and finally made it to the Greenville location. Sierra took great care of us at the bar. The quality of the drinks and the food made it hard for me to stop ordering more. Great work, and I will definitely be back!

Visited 3 months ago

Sushi Experience №22

Love Oku! Best tasting sushi and ambience in GVL. Our server Sierra was amazing! Can’t wait to come back. The tuna crunch roll, falls roll, and truffle edamame is my favorite

Visited 3 months ago

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Visited 4 months ago

Sushi Experience №24

John was great

Visited 4 months ago

Sushi Experience №25

AMAZING. From the moment we walked in we knew this was going to be an awesome experience and it was from start to finish. Food, saki, service were exceptional, so fresh! A bit pricier but worth every penny. We have found our upstate sushi restaurant! Shout out to the Brussel s sprouts, edamame, and Shoshito peppers appetizers was the best I have ever had!

Visited 4 months ago

Sushi Experience №26

The truffle butter edamame was delicious!

Visited 4 months ago

Sushi Experience №27

This was definitely the best sushi meal o have ever had, and one of the best meals ever. If you told me this restaurant had a Michelin star, I would believe it, and I have been to multiple starred restaurants. Our server Sierra suggested a number of different dishes to us (we were not as experienced as this menu offered), and they were all great. The flavors were complex, well thought out, exciting, and most of all delicious.

Visited 4 months ago

Sushi Experience №28

O-Ku Sushi offers an elevated dining experience that balances traditional Japanese flavors with a touch of modern flair. From the moment you step into the restaurant , you are welcomed by an atmosphere that is both sophisticated and relaxed, making it perfect for anything from a casual night out to a celebratory dinner.

The menu is extensive, featuring a range of expertly prepared sushi and sashimi, along with a variety of hot dishes. The quality of the fish is exceptional. I was excited to try the omakase, but unfortunately arrived too late. The kind waitress instead asked the kitchen to prepare a substitute course that blew my mind.

The menu at O-Ku offers a blend of traditional ingredients with creative twists. One of my favorite dishes was the Wagyu tartare toast. This dish absolutely blew my mind. The combination of the warm sweet milk bread and the cold tartare to top it was a flavor bomb I haven’t experienced before. An honorable mention was the Oyster mushroom dish. I am a huge fan of mushrooms, and the waitress informed me that they are grown in house by the staff! Another honorable mention was the otoro shot, a beautifully put together dish.

Service is top-notch; the staff is attentive without being intrusive, and they are happy to guide you through the menu if you're unsure of what to order. The waitress had perfectly selected dishes to accommodate for my late arrival. I do not drink anymore, but the drink menu at a glance complements the food well, offering an impressive selection of sake, cocktails, and wines.

I am a bit of an expensive diner, my meal came out to around 177$ before tip. If you are a casual diner I would guess you would spend less than half of that for a good meal. Overall, for the quality and craftsmanship behind each dish, I didn’t mind the bill, and would have paid double without second guessing the price.

If I could change anything, It would’ve been nice to have some tea with my meal.

I am looking forward to returning to experience the omakase experience with you! Thank you for a great experience.

10/10

Visited 4 months ago

Sushi Experience №29

Incredible food and service! We went here for our anniversary and after ordering drinks, our server also brought out complimentary champagne. The salmon usuzukuri was absolutely incredible, a must try if you love salmon!! We told our server how much we loved it, and after we had finished our other sushi rolls, she brought out another complimentary order of the salmon usuzukuri from the chef! The reedy river was definitely our favorite roll, but the falls and rainbow roll were also great. Incredible service and delicious and unique sushi.

Visited 4 months ago

Sushi Experience №30

Best place for an adult night out.
The flavor profiles are amazing. The quality is phenomenal. The service is fabulous. The atmosphere is peak.

PLEASE get a desert. They are perfection.
It's pricey, but so worth it.

Visited 4 months ago

Sushi Experience №31

Anytime I come here, always a 10/10 experience. This is one of my favorite restaurants and here you really pay for the quality and great service! For 2 appetizers, 1 entree, and 3 rolls I paid $80… so worth it every time. You end up paying almost the same amount at a mediocre sushi restaurant. I definitely say try the bluefin tuna sashimi… so delicious and definitely taste the quality. Server was very attentive even with a full room!

Visited 4 months ago

Sushi Experience №32

Very nice place with fun atmosphere! Sat at the bar and had a great bartender, whom gave us great suggestions on the food as well as drink menu. All the items we order with the exception of one roll were awesome. The sweet soy in one of the more popular rolls was not my favorite. Give this place a try!!

Visited 5 months ago

Sushi Experience №33

Visited 5 months ago

Sushi Experience №34

This was my first time dining here and I couldn’t have asked for more! I was lucky and got a seat at the sushi bar during dinner rush. My server Sierra was absolutely without a doubt one of the best servers I’ve had ever! And I was lucky enough to sit in front of Josh and Ian sushi chef’s extraordinaire! They were extremely pleasant and friendly and answered all my questions happily. I enjoyed great conversation with these three and they will be my main reason for coming back plus the food was killer!!! 👍🏻👍🏻
Cole Boudreau

Visited 5 months ago

Sushi Experience №35

Visited 5 months ago

Sushi Experience №36

Dont waste your time.

We made a reservation for my partner's birthday. She had her eyes on eating here for the past 2 years but we held off because of the price...

The host seemed clueless about the layout of the restaurant and we literally walked a lap to find a 2-top in a restaurant that had maybe 4 other parties inside at the time. Initially we wanted to sit out back but it was rowdier than a sports bar. The host did not hold the door for us either time as we walked in or out. For a restaurant of this price point the lack of service is appalling.

After we sat down it felt that every 2 seconds our waiter was rushing us, even as far as he was coming up to the table early and asking to remove dishes that clearly we weren't done with. It honestly stressed me out. I'm also surprised a restaurant of this perceived caliber would allow male waiters to wear nail polish that looks straight out of a hot topic ad.

The food was delicious for the most part, but my roll kept falling apart the second I tried to pick it up and led to me fishing half my meal out of the soy sauce because it wouldn't hold itself together long enough for a dip. The nagiri was OK. The wagyu was far less "melt in your mouth" and more "chewy".

Most of the restaurant has the makings of a potential star, but I'm going to be honest, between the wait staff's incompetence, the kitchen's speed etc, it won't happen without major changes.

Felt like an utter waste of $110 before the tip, which we gave regardless because we're not assholes, just angry.

Oh and they do nothing for birthdays. They also needed correcting TWICE on who's birthday it was. Clearly the staff doesn't communicate. We could've had a better experience at literally any other sushi place in greenville.

It was at my date's insistence that I didn't raise hell in the restaurant and chose to write this instead 2 weeks later.

Side note: like icing on a cake on our way out and back to our car, we passed a fellow diner face down drunk on the sidewalk that we had recognized as someone who was at the bar half an hour earlier, with an officer attempting to administer aid.

Clearly the bartenders need to be trained on when to cut someone off.

Final verdict? They put the "OK" in Oku sushi. I'd be hard pressed to give this place a second glance.

Visited 5 months ago

Sushi Experience №37

They say you can’t believe everything you see on the internet but you can believe this review. It’s always best to reserve a table ahead of time when approaching a dining experience such as O-Ku. We reserved the covered patio, on the most perfect of temperature and humidity days you could ask for. Understanding our constraint of needing to be paid and leaving by a certain time, we were taken care of quickly, efficiently, and attentively.

For the best sushi, both flavor and freshness, look no further. We started our evening with the Rock Shrimp appetizer. A favorite since visiting the Charleston location (Charlotte too). Perfect for splitting two ways but order more if parties of three or more. I may have over-indulged by ordering three rolls tonight but couldn’t decide on just two.

We’ve had the Tuna Crunch (middle) and Reedy River (closest) before. We knew we loved these two and I had an appetite to try The Falls (furthest). Let me say this, if you love spicy-hot, or even zesty, foods - go with this one. We have cravings for spicy tuna sushi rolls and both love salmon - you can’t go wrong here.

The service has always been top-notch and perfectly attentive. The entire team has a great demeanor and enthusiasm for being there to serve you. We recommend O-Ku for a date night, anniversary, business meeting, or just a social gathering of friends. Either way, you won’t be disappointed.

Visited 5 months ago

Sushi Experience №38

As a sushi lover born and raised in Greenville, this is hands down my favorite sushi bar in town! The food is always fresh, the customer service is top-notch, and no matter how many times I visit, the quality and experience never disappoint.

Visited 5 months ago

Sushi Experience №39

First time here for my birthday, wow what a great experience. The staff was outstanding, the food is off the charts. Presentation excellent, flavor on point, and the selection is incredible. Definitely a place to check out in Greenville

Visited 5 months ago

Sushi Experience №40

Decided to dine here last minute and was able to snag a table! The food was delicious! We decided to ordered several small plates to try different options -- the wagyu toast was probably our favorite. The cocktails were also delicious. Service was good. The atmosphere is great for a casual date night, friend get together, or girls night. It's expensive but you're in prime location in Greenville with beautiful presented and tasty food.

Visited 5 months ago

Sushi Experience №41

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Sushi Experience №42

Visited 6 months ago

Sushi Experience №43

The food was incredible! We all shared the Tuna Tuna, the Reedy River, the GOAT, and the crispy rice. Everything was so fresh and tasty! The service was awesome (shoutout to Laura for taking such great care of us)!

Visited 6 months ago

Sushi Experience №44

The food was delicious! A couple rolls we had were too spicy, but the G.O.A.T roll was delicious!
Our waitress Sierra was awesome! She made sure to double check for an allergy which is definitely appreciated!

Visited 6 months ago

Sushi Experience №45

Best sushi around!!!

Visited 6 months ago

Sushi Experience №46

Absolutely amazing! We finally found a favorite sushi spot. Everything was delicious. Sake was good and strong. Will try outdoor sitting next time.

Visited 6 months ago

Sushi Experience №47

My wife and I ate here for the first time the other night. Our server was Devon, and Josh was the one handling the hostess booth. Between the 2 of them, we had the best dining out experience in Greenville since we moved here. Josh was so attentative to his role as hostess, that he turned what would've been a long standing wait into a short one. We have never experienced that level of customer service in Greenville at any of the establishments. For our server, Devon, she absolutely killed it!!!! Way to go Devon!! She spoke loud enough for us to hear her, great explanation of the menu and description of what to expect while eating. Her recommendations we spot on. What made the experience exemplary was they were on a pretty long back log of orders and she sent out a plate of the rock shrimp to accommodate for the long wait. The other establishments in downtown should go here and observe what it is like to have amazing people that like what they're doing give that positivity to their customer's. We definitely be back and we will make sure to sit in Devon's section. Sorry for the long post, but the experience was too amazing to not write about it.

Visited 6 months ago

Sushi Experience №48

Amazing food! Rainbow was the BEST we’ve ever had! Alana was a supreme server with great tips and an even better personality! Would recommend to all 10 out of 10

Visited 6 months ago

Sushi Experience №49

Great atmosphere and fantastic ceviche, sushi and donuts for dessert! The bartender, Jennifer, was super outgoing and took great care of me. I will be back

Visited 6 months ago

Sushi Experience №50

Had a great evening at O-Ku. The ambience and service were fantastic. The sushi was fresh and tasty. The general manager, Travis, made an effort to make me feel welcome and wanting to come back. My waiter, Josh, was attentive and kind. I will be coming back and could not recommend enough.

Visited 6 months ago

Sushi Experience №51

Sat at the bar for 15 minutes before being given a glass of water or a menu. Terrible service and ok food.

Visited 6 months ago

Sushi Experience №52

Despite the food taking over an hour to be served, our selections were delicious. I would highly recommend the Wagyu toast that we had as an appetizer and the reedy river, the goat and the falls as rolls, they were all very good. The drinks were also delicious, I tried the dragon god sake and it was very flavorful. I overall recommend trying out this place👍🏼

Visited 7 months ago

Sushi Experience №53

Visited 7 months ago

Sushi Experience №54

Visited 7 months ago

Sushi Experience №55

Ok well sushi is good but they are a bit extreme with the sizes. It may be good quality but never spent 100 on a meal and left hungry.

Spent 20 dollars for 6 wings.

I think they need to find a balance.

Visited 7 months ago

Sushi Experience №56

Visited 7 months ago

Sushi Experience №57

Me and my friend came inside to sit down in order to have a meal we were set at the sushi bar after the host set us or manager it was a large fellow who was a redhead fastest for what type of water we would like of a never returned and also we're never acknowledged by any of the staff for over 15 minutes poorly managed and poor execution overall ended up getting up to leave

Visited 7 months ago

Sushi Experience №58

Excellent fresh sushi as well as other dishes available; the shoshito peppers were very good; wine, saki, beer, cocktail drinks; plenty of table seating; bar seating; and sushi bar seating. Opens at 4pm (not 5pm as seen on door); excellent staff; clean

Visited 7 months ago

Sushi Experience №59

Place is certainly not the end all be all for sushi restaurants that people like to make it out to be. Ambiance is very bland and boring and generic for a “fancy” sushi place in the heart of downtown. Seaweed salad was spicy due to having lots of red pepper flakes in it. Who does that? Never had spicy seaweed salad, was gross. Shrimp app (similar to bang band shrimp) the breading on it was mushy and even though they were fried was not crispy at all and was flavorless to boot. Sushi entrees we got were pretty good. Service by waitress was acceptable. The water refill girl was cold and robotic and had an attitude the entire night. Spilt water on my wife’s feet and didn’t say anything or apologize and then didn’t even clean up the puddle of water that was left on the floor.

Visited 7 months ago

Sushi Experience №60

Absolutely phenomenal. Excellent ambience, fresh food, fantastic service. Some of the most vibrant, delicious food I’ve ever had. The rainbow roll is the best roll I’ve ever had, and the oyster mushroom + truffle edamame are exquisite.

Visited 7 months ago

Sushi Experience №61

The food was excellent, and the service was outstanding

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Sushi Experience №62

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Sushi Experience №63

This place is absolutely wonderful, everything is very tasty, I tried several dishes from the menu and I would definitely come back. Drinks 9/10

Visited 7 months ago

Sushi Experience №64

We dined at O-Ku in Greenville, and our experience was nothing short of exceptional. We sampled most of the appetizers, and each one was a delight. In fact, some were so delicious that we had to order seconds. The truffle edamame is a must-try, offering a unique and flavorful twist on a classic dish. The miso soup was perfectly balanced, and the Crispy rice roll was cooked to perfection.

When it came to the sushi rolls, we were thoroughly impressed. The GOAT roll, featuring goat cheese, was surprisingly delightful – a fusion I never expected to enjoy so much. The hamachi carpaccio was exquisite, and the Tuna Tuna roll stood out with its fresh taste and satisfying crunch.

The atmosphere was inviting, and the service was outstanding. The staff was incredibly attentive and meticulous, making our dining experience even more enjoyable. Celebrating my birthday there was a treat, and their thoughtful gesture of bringing out a dessert with a candle made it even more special. The dessert, like everything else we tried, was amazing.

Overall, each bite was bursting with different flavors, making this sushi spot a definite go-to in Greenville. If you're a fan of fresh, raw fish, O-Ku is the place to be.

Visited 7 months ago

Sushi Experience №65

O-Ku in Charlotte is one of my favorite sushi spots to go to, so while in Greenville for the weekend, I could not pass up the opportunity to check out their location here.

We ordered two of each of their Signature Nigiri, some additional nigiri, and four rolls.

Each bite was flavorful, balanced, and absolutely delicious. The rolls were all unique which is what I truly appreciate about O-Ku.

Our server, Rachael, was wonderful; attentive, engaging, and knowledgeable.

Not only did this meal meet the already high bar I had in my head from Charlotte, but I would confidently say it exceeded it.

Looking forward to my next trip to Greenville so I can return.

Visited 7 months ago

Sushi Experience №66

Extremely unimpressed. Have heard good things about this place, some of the rolls were very good. Everything else was meh and I tried four rolls, two appetizers, and three entrees between our group.
Nothing is bad per se just not worth the price.

We had issues with our service as well, wrong items brought to the table, forgetting to bring things like napkins and fruit and water refills etc..wasn’t great.

The upstate roll is by far the most unique and impressive food item we had. The chimichanga brings the beef in the roll together very nicely. The rainbow roll is very good as well.
The GOAT is okay, quite a strong lemon flavor as advertised and the spicy tuna crunch roll is good as well. They are all good but I’ve had better roll quality and rice from much cheaper sushi restaurants.

Salmon usuzukuri is very good but goes fast!

The short rib is not worth it. It’s okay but if you’ve had a short rib at any other nice restaurant you will not impressed.

The chicken teriyaki is good, probably the best bang for your buck in terms of appetizers. The shoba yaki is not very flavorful.

If you order any entree I would recommend getting a side of rice with it but honestly if you come here just stick with the sushi.

Visited 7 months ago

Sushi Experience №67

Unfortunately, I typically only review a restaurant if it’s terrible, this was terrible. O’ku was one of the most disappointing experiences I’ve had in the city.

The sushi was mediocre, and the staff knew nothing about the menu. The manager who brought our food didn’t even know what fish he was serving. This might have been excusable if the rest of the service hadn’t been so disorganized, and unenthusiastic. The entire evening reflected poorly trained staff and ill prepared food.

Sadly, this has become a trend in the Greenville area over the past year. Yet another restaurant trying to offer an experience it can’t execute. Expensive ingredients and trendy atmosphere do not equal “upscale,” much less an inspired dining experience. Being robbed would at least have been exciting. If you can’t debone fish, you can’t do sushi. It’s pretty basic.

Visited 7 months ago

Sushi Experience №68

Some of the freshest sushi I've ever had. Truly a memorable experience.

Visited 8 months ago

Sushi Experience №69

Visited 8 months ago

Sushi Experience №70

Recently got to experience this restaurant as an out of towner from Ohio. What a great experience it was!!!! From the moment my friend and I walked in without a reservation we were greeted by the manager who was so welcoming and continued to be throughout our dinner. We were seated outdoors(which we requested) right away. Our waiter was wonderful and very knowledgeable about the menu and had great recommendations. The truffle butter edamame was so amazing!!! The oyster mushrooms and salmon usuzukuri was so flavorful and unlike anything i’ve ever had. We also ordered some sashimi and sushi rolls and I cannot rave about this food enough!!! Everything from the service to the food to the restaurant setup and decor was 5 star! Thanks for such a great experience! If i’m ever back in Greenville I will definitely be back to try more of the menu!

Visited 8 months ago

Sushi Experience №71

Took my wife here for her birthday. Immediately impressed by the service and high energy luxury atmosphere.

For sushi we ordered The Falls and Reedy River rolls. The Reedy River roll was overpowered by the Kani crab which tasted like imitation crab. Was not a huge fan of that roll. The Falls roll was delicious and would order that again.

Appetizers and dessert were great.

Will come back again.

Visited 8 months ago

Sushi Experience №72

Visited 8 months ago

Sushi Experience №73

The food was excellent! We sat at the sushi bar (highly recommend, we got to interact with the staff there) and the waiter was wonderful and very helpful with menu recommendations. Best sushi place in Greenville.

Visited 8 months ago

Sushi Experience №74

Noah Noah Noah
Thank you for your hospitality, serving up such a memorable evening and loving what you do! Looking forward to returning again and again.

Visited 8 months ago

Sushi Experience №75

This restaurant is amazing. We tried 6 different things, and every one of them was delicious. This is a must go spot in Greenville SC. The dishes were elegant, fresh and tasty. Will go back every time i'm in Greenville. The staff are so friendly and helpful and attentive. The place is beautiful.

Visited 8 months ago

Sushi Experience №76

Last night I took my wife to O-Ku based on their past ratings for our first visit. 5pm not packed and we were seated at the Sushi Bar-ordered drinks, Miso soup & 3 sushi rolls to start.Our waitress served our cocktails but never attended to us even once after that. The Miso came quickly but we found it way over salted. Then after an hour many other people nearby had their full orders (and those now next to us)or had left while our waitress was seen behind the bar and elsewhere. By this time we had enough & decided to leave when getting up, part of our order arrived. We explained the situation to our server & asked to see the manager who we had seen passing our seat many times never once stopping. He apologized & said he would send the GM to meet us (they Never came). Long time patrons next to us were also appalled at what they witnessed here and shared their past experiences. Having lost our appetite by this time, we paid for our drinks and left. We were so looking forward to this restaurant but sadly no one including the never seen GM, payed attention to patrons. It cannot be blamed on being packed which it wasn’t or lack of wait staff at the time. One star is over rated this night.

Visited 8 months ago

Sushi Experience №77

Visited 8 months ago

Sushi Experience №78

The food is similar to something you’d see at a fine dining restaurant. It was a little pricey, but the plating, quality, and tastes also are incredible. I considered myself to be underdressed, but there is no formal dress code, and the staff were still very friendly and welcoming to me. The atmosphere and decoration of the place is phenomenal, but the lighting is dim, so it is pretty difficult to get good photos of the food (you will want to take many because they all look beautiful). I strongly recommend it if you are all about trying many different dishes for sophisticated flavors rather than eating to feel full.

Visited 8 months ago

Sushi Experience №79

The sushi is great and the staff is very friendly. Even if you don't know what to get, the servers have great recommendations based on your preferences.

Visited 8 months ago

Sushi Experience №80

Great sushi! The outdoor seating was very comfortable.

Visited 8 months ago

Sushi Experience №81

I’d personally never recommend this restaurant to anyone visiting Downtown Greenville. The only reason I give this place 2 stars is because it is a visually appealing space. It serves great looks, but not great food. I came here in the evening and it took over 30 minutes for 2 sushi rolls, and the rolls looked like they were assembled in 2 minutes. I’ve eaten better sushi at the grocery store. However, I will say that the server we had was very sweet and apologized to us for the longer than expected wait time. We received a complementary edamame bowl for the long wait, which we did appreciate. I’m sure other people have had great experiences here, but unfortunately, we lucked out and caught them on a bad night. Normally I’d give a place a second chance, but their prices are quite high, so it’s not worth risking.

Visited 8 months ago

Sushi Experience №82

Favorite sushi spot. When it’s right it’s 100/100. Reminds me of the fancier places in bigger cities (think Nobu but not quite as pricy).

Visited 8 months ago

Sushi Experience №83

Visited 8 months ago

Sushi Experience №84

Awesome food atmosphere and service !!

Visited 9 months ago

Sushi Experience №85

I took my mom here for Mother’s Day! The restaurant is very upscale and trendy. The waiters are kind and well dressed. I wore dress pants and a t-shirt and I wish I would’ve worn a nicer shirt, but overall I was fine. The Crispy Rice was hands down the best thing I ordered. We also got the Volcano roll and The Paladin. They were both good but not outstanding, I plan to be more adventurous next time. For drinks we ordered the Shogun & Pinot noir. Don’t forget to make a reservation beforehand!
10/10 recommend!

Visited 9 months ago

Sushi Experience №86

Crazy expensive, but worth every penny! If you order strategically, the cost also isn't quite as bad. I ordered the nasu dentaku miso (divine) and the Greenville goddess roll (also splendid). A couple of my friends got the chicken bowls. These were all decently priced. Another friend of mine got the $20 steak, which was a single piece of nigiri. Even the picked ginger and wasabi was unusually good.

The atmosphere of the restaurant was very cool, and the waitstaff were phenomenal.

Visited 9 months ago

Sushi Experience №87

Amazing food, great restaurants I highly recommend

Visited 9 months ago

Sushi Experience №88

Visited 9 months ago

Sushi Experience №89

Amazing evening at Oku for our friend’s bachelor party. They made it feel so special and a truly flawless night for the grooms. Staff, food, drinks - it was a perfect dining experience. Highly recommend!

Visited 9 months ago

Sushi Experience №90

Most beautiful vibes here.

Visited 9 months ago

Sushi Experience №91

Wonderful! Fantastic! Sierra is a real treat!! Everything we had was so good, take your time and let your server guide you to an awesome meal. Seriously!

Visited 10 months ago

Sushi Experience №92

Great fresh tasting sashimi. Def will be coming back to try more.

Visited 10 months ago

Sushi Experience №93

Exceptional service by the entire restaurant. While the sushi is great, the attention of the employees makes the experience so much better than others in the area.

Visited 10 months ago

Sushi Experience №94

Alana made my wife’s birthday so special, she’s the best! Sushi is so fresh and atmosphere is awesome

Visited 10 months ago

Sushi Experience №95

We celebrated our 10th anniversary at O-Ku and the service, food and drinks were exceptional. This restaurant is amazing, many staff members wished us a happy anniversary and made our evening very special. The attention to detail and combination of flavors is one of a kind. Highly recommend O-Ku and can't wait to come back.

Visited 10 months ago

Sushi Experience №96

The food was great and our server was great as well but the timing of our food was not. We ordered the Edamame, mushrooms and two rolls. They brought out the mushrooms and one roll then the edamame. We had to ask about the second roll. The music was also very loud and it was pop music. A background lounge music would be more fitting for an expensive place like this.

Visited 10 months ago

Sushi Experience №97

Visited 10 months ago

Sushi Experience №98

My absolute favorite sushi of all time. Vibes are immaculate. Highly recommend.

Visited 10 months ago

Sushi Experience №99

Visited 10 months ago

Sushi Experience №100

We celebrated our anniversary and everything from the moment we walked in was incredible. Josh was attentive and truly went the extra mile. I had the best sushi I’ve had since being in Japan. Will be back for sure!!

Visited 10 months ago

Sushi Experience №101

Reservation at 7:15pm. Finally sat at 7:28. Drinks served 7:50pm. Venue was extremely noisy. Wood ceiling, wood floor. We were not impressed until our server, Sierra (like the beer), arrived. She was fantastic! Kind, attentive and recommended some delicious options. She made our experience worth it. The noise was so distracting conversation was difficult. I understand a lively environment, but this wasn't that. Just reverberating noise.

Visited 10 months ago

Sushi Experience №102

Went to ok-u with my mother before going to the peace center. Never been here before but heard alot about it. Food was great and service was good. The guy at the sushi bar was great and friendly. Will go back again. Their happy hour price is great.

Visited 10 months ago

Sushi Experience №103

Yesterday was my second visit to Oku and both times I was blown away! The food is incredible and the servers recommendations always are a hit!! I definitely recommend this spot! Our server Jaden last night was so friendly and helpful, we really appreciated him! I wish I could remember the girls name from my first visit but she was also wonderful!

Visited 10 months ago

Sushi Experience №104

Joshua was excellent for a birthday dinner!

Visited 10 months ago

Sushi Experience №105

O-Ku was a phenomenal experience. I am very particular about sushi and fish quality and O-Ku surpassed my expectations. We got the crème de la crème nigiri, 2x of the falls, 2x of the goat, a rainbow roll, and truffle butter edamame. Service was good as well, just make sure you make reservations ahead of time.

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №106

Dined here for the first time tonight and was impressed. The ambience is nice, the sushi was delicious, and our server, Sierra, was very friendly.

My partner and I shared the truffle edamame, and the following sushi rolls: the GOAT, the paladin, and volcano. My favorite was the GOAT and my partner's was the volcano.

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №107

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №108

Excelente restaurante japonés
Buen ambiente y servicio
precios razonables

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №109

How refreshing!
The customer service is outstanding! We haven’t had service like this is many years. Thank you for making hospitality important again. Travis is a delightful, genuine person and great manager. Thank you Devan for taking such great care of us! We will be back

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №110

The quality is unmatched in this area, my opinion personally.

The staff is knowledgeable and does an exceptional job of taking care of you from start to finish.

Went for a dinner party, so we shared different things, I think sharing gives the best experience.

My favorite rolls were “Rainbow”, Reedy River”, and “The Falls”.

I did try these as well but the above were just better. “The upstate”, “Greenville goddess” and “The Goat”

Look forward to going again.

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №111

The Yellowtail Donabe was exquisite!

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №112

O-ku continues to amaze! Josh was such an incredible server and curated the best experience for my friend and I (it was her first time in, but definitely won't be her last). The truffle edamame was heavenly, and the oyster mushrooms were garnished with fresh dill. Got the Reedy River Roll and GOAT Roll...both fresh and flavorful. The doughnuts with sesame caramel....warm and decadent with slight savory goodness because of the sesame. O-ku continues to be my absolute favorite sushi restaurant in Greenville.

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №113

We went here for a birthday dinner (03Mar) and it was excellent. All of the food and drink were delicious but the staff made it an incredible experience. Our server was so kind and really made us feel welcomed and celebrated. We really appreciated the excellent service and will absolutely be back again. The ambiance was nice and it wasn't too loud, the restaurant is just the right size.

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №114

I've never experienced so many different flavors and textures. The Chef's selection dinner was beyond amazing. Our sushi chef Yuni absolutely has a completely abstract, and at home feel for flavor. It was amazing and worth every penny. Yuni needs to be featured on television. Wonderful experience, get the 8 course chef selection. It may seem expensive, but its a completely new experience.

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №115

Great food and atmosphere. Would definately come back.

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №116

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №117

Celebrated my daughter’s birthday here last night and had possibly the best dining experience ever in Greenville.
Devin our server took amazing care of us. No detail was left out. She gave great recommendations, she coursed our food at the perfect pace and included a wonderful treat for the birthday girl!
The food was on another level for Greenville in my opinion. The small plates were perfect, the rock shrimp being a table favorite! The sushi rolls were full of flavors and incredibly fresh, the Rainbow roll was everyone’s top pick! Also can’t forget to mention the A5-Waygu!
We will return not only for other celebrations but for date nights as well!
Thank you O-Ku for elevating the Greenville dining scene!

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №118

First time here with my wife , the atmosphere is awesome.

We were first greeted then seated by the manager himself, Travis. He had a great demeanour right off the bat. Wonderful customer service, it wasn’t fake but genuine service. Great person to run the place

Then our service was handled by Josh. Great introduction, patient, and happy to help with any of our questions. Was positive throughout and then I also placed a to go order so while we waited Josh surprised us with a complimentary desert while we waited.

Overall great experience, food was exceptional. The flavors were great and on the money.

Definitely a place to try. On occasions for us because it is a deluxe restaurant/experience. We tried a lot here and the best part of it was we felt satisfied but not overfull and horrible after a lot of other foods. Felt amazing after the food

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №119

Last evening five friends celebrated a birthday dinner here. The food was creative and the atmosphere/decor was very complementary to the Japanese influence. I had the short rib and it was the best I have ever had. The care our server demonstrated throughout our meal was extraordinary. Sierra gave excellent guidance in our food choices and was very attentive throughout the meal. The restaurant prepared a very creative birthday treat complete with birthday candle to finish our dinner. Will visit again.

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №120

We tried O-Ku for the first time last night and we were absolutely blown away by how incredible the experience was. We had the kindest waitress, Alannah. The food was out of this world spectacular. The drinks were delicious too. I wish I could give them 10 stars! We will definitely be back!

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №121

This is my first time at O-Ku and I must say I am very pleased. The vibes were immaculate(though it's a little noisy)Our server was so kind and thoughtful. When my date didn't know that most of the options were raw fish they even torched it in front of us. The blue fin tuna with brown butter was amazing.😋😋😋 Overall it's a great place if your looking for a fun night out. Would HIGHLY recommend 🗣️🗣️🗣️🗣️🗣️🗣️🗣️🗣️🗣️🗣️

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №122

My recent dining experience here was an absolute delight. Let's start with the food – it was truly delicious, like, really tasty. Each dish was bursting with flavor and expertly prepared, leaving me craving more with every bite.

Now, onto the service – it was nothing short of phenomenal. The staff were attentive, friendly, and went above and beyond to ensure that every aspect of our dining experience was perfect. From recommendations to accommodating special requests, they truly exceeded expectations.

However, when it comes to the ambiance, it's a bit of a mixed bag. While the restaurant has its charm, I wouldn't necessarily describe it as fully inviting, especially if you're looking for a romantic atmosphere. It's more suited for those seeking a casual or lively dining experience, away from the cozy, intimate setting typically associated with romance.

Overall, O-Ku is a must-visit for its delicious food and exceptional service. Just be prepared for an ambiance that leans more towards lively than romantic.

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №123

Greenville native here, and someone who has always debated who had the best sushi in town.

The debate is over. O-Ku is BY FAR the best sushi in town. With top notch service (thank you Sierra for making our recent visit a very special date) and a beautiful ambiance, it’s also now our favorite date night restaurant in town.

It’s also affordable for the quality. Comparable prices for beer and cocktails, and rolls range from $12-20.

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №124

We have been wanting to try O-Ku for a while now, and decided to dine here for our anniversary. Was an incredible experience. Great food, cocktails, and service. Highly recommend the mushroom appetizer. Nigiri was fantastic. As a cherry on top the espresso martini was probably the best I’ve had in Greenville. We will be back!

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №125

Best sushi I’ve ever had

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №126

Came to celebrate a birthday. The entire staff from the hostess to executive chef wished my fiancée a happy birthday. Our server, JR, was exceptional. JR was on the spot with drinks, food, and recommendations. The chef, Jose, did an excellent job articulating the menu and features of each dish. He answered many questions for us. The sushi is phenomenal. Incredibly fresh and a great selection. The Hamachi carpaccio is a mus. We had the rainbow roll, G.O.A.T roll, and tuna-tuna. Each was well balanced with complementary flavors. If you enjoy tuna, the otoro is a must; the waygu of tuna. We really enjoyed our visit and will certainly be back. Many thanks to the staff at O-Ku for a great experience.

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №127

We went to visit our daughter Sunday and I was so excited for their menu flavors/ combinations , ingredients, choices etc. it was good but for anyone who’s ever eaten at Nobu or any other comparable high end sushi place it’s not just about quality it’s the service. The dishes were good we only had one dish with undercooked grainy rice which isn’t expected at a place like this. Our service however fell short - she forgot our bottle of wine, never explained or identified the different fish on the platter of sashimi which is a staple at low end sushi places ( we ordered Nigiri but received the sashimi) we felt like by the end of the meal everyone, including the manager, were ready for us to go even though we had only been there for two hours eating and drinking the entire time. I enjoyed it for the most part but for $450 they need to do better i left a very generous tip as I am in the industry but I shouldn’t have and is was less then mediocre at best.

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №128

Best Sushi around, try the Sushi shots... there incredible

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №129

This place is delicious! Wagyu teppan was worth every cent!!

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №130

Decided to try out O-Ku for date night, and it did not disappoint! As self-appointed sushi, snobs, this place was amazing! Highly recommend

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №131

Service was top tier! Tex was so kind and provided the best experience for us. The rock shrimp, edamame, usuzukuri salmon, and reedy river were all incredible. We came for happy hour so there was a little wait but would definitely return !

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №132

Amazing food, great staff, and atmosphere was a vibe, definitely will be coming back!

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №133

We had a GREAT meal, and we're not pushovers! The food was creative and delicious - same for the cocktails. We thought it was the best Japanese cuisine we had in ages. And our server Sierras was superb.
Could not ask for a better experience.

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №134

This place goes ham. Oyster Mushrooms were the secret. Tiger and The Coconut was the best drink I’ve had since grade school. Tekscher is a gem of a server and I’m never eating anywhere ever again, and I live in NY so that’s gonna be hella inconvenient.

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №135

This place was 15/10. Sushi was amazing. Definitely recommend the sushi rolls The Falls and The Goat. Also, the bartender Jennifer was beyond awesome. Perfect service and recommendations. We will be back and hopefully served by Jennifer!

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №136

atmosphere was very nice, our server was extremely sweet I wish I remembered her name, she was tall, blonde and was the sweetest. I expected the food to be better though tbh. The miso soup was disgusting, tasted like there were chemicals put inside. The truffle edamame was not my thing but the volcano was really good & the river roll wasn't bad. My husband rated it a 6/10 and the volcano was a 9/10. Overall, if not for our extremely sweet server our experience would've been different, but she made it a better experience.

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №137

Amazing restaurant! Went for a birthday celebration and they brought us complementary champagne! The drinks were amazing. The servers were fantastic and very kind. The truffle butter edamame was amazing and all the sushi we had was phenomenal! Great restaurant!

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №138

We went last night for happy hour and it was really good! We'd been to the one in Nashville a lot and were excited to try out this location. The rock shrimp and edamame were amazing! The only slight disappointment was that almost every roll on the happy hour menu had imitation crab in it so if you're not a fan of that then the regular menu will work better.

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №139

O-Ku - much better than just O-K. Wonderful experience from start to finish. The creative sushi 🍱 and drinks 🍹 were as tasty as they looked. Sitting at the bar was a pleasure - bar tenders were attentive and added nice conversation. Another spot that shows - GREENVILLE RISIING!

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №140

Food was amazing and the service was impeccable. Alanna and Josh made our experience so special.

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №141

This is quickly becoming one of our favorite restaurants in downtown Greenville. Everything we have had on the menu is delicious and the staff always goes above and beyond. You will not regret trying this place.

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №142

The sushi is top notch. Service is excellent.

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №143

Chose to go to Oku for my girlfriend and I’s anniversary since it’s a place we’ve been wanting to try since it opened. Not only were the meals superb, but the service was extraordinary. Prestley did an excellent job of making our night feel special. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience! We’ll definitely be coming back.

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №144

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №145

Excellent in every way. I haven't encountered a place that had blue fin, Hokkaido scallop, otoro, and uni. Excellent waitresses.

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №146

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №147

Awesome atmosphere and great service. Trinity made my wife’s birthday celebration one to remember. Don’t pass on the truffle butter edamame. Your future self will thank you whole heartedly.

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №148

We have dined at O-ku before, and are beyond thrilled that GVL finally has a high-end, modern sushi restaurant with great cocktails, beautiful and incredibly tasting food, and excellent service! Overall wonderful dining experience!!

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №149

Crème de la crème out of this world. Some of the best sushi I’ve ever had. The music is ~really~ loud inside the restaurant though.

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №150

If you’re looking for an unforgettable experience in Greenville, this is the place to be! Hands down some of the best sushi I’ve EVER eaten, the staff were so friendly and the atmosphere is delightful!

Thank you to Jamie for finding a table for us even though the restaurant was pretty full 💚

To Presley, for your wonderful service, joyful energy and generosity ☺️

Josh, thanks for coming to say hello and offering some yummy food recommendations for lunch tomorrow ✨

From the New Zealand table! 💙💙

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №151

Dropped by the restaurant for their happy hour special. Now let me say, that was incredible value.

Great ambience, friendly and attentive staff, and the sushi was great.

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №152

The Hamachi Carpaccio is perfection.

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №153

First of all just wanna start by saying thank you so much to our server Cici!! She made our experience absolutely over the top amazing!!!! She had excellent time management, very detail oriented, being so sweet and additionally treating us to 2 small apps for our anniversary!!Secondly THE FOOD omg we started with the crispy rice and so good amazing they put love into that rice then Cici brought out THE BEST MOST DELICIOUS THING I HAVE EVER PUT IN MY MOUTH and that would be the Salmon Usuzukuri it was like an explosion of flavor then she brought out the truffle edamames and in that moment I had the best edamames I have ever had in my life then we got the entrees my boyfriend got the 12 piece chef choice and I got the G.O.A.T roll he loved everything but wasn’t the biggest fan of the octopus and mackerel and he agreed that it was purely off of his certain taste/likes however I loved mine but at this point I was so extremely full I couldn’t take another bite. Lastly the atmosphere was absolutely beautiful, very peaceful and relaxing and they had really nice updated music playing that was setting the whole vibe of the restaurant. We will definitely be back!!

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №154

Worth every penny! We sat at the sushi bar; it was so amazing to watch all of them work and create such beautiful dishes. Our server Ali was extremely considerate and accommodating she even brought us her favorite dish. The food was PHENOMENAL! The playboy roll and the matcha green tea creme brulee were so delicious!

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №155

Really nice restaurant with good servers. Innovative sushi rolls.

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №156

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №157

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №158

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №159

What an amazing night! Came here for my Birthday with my sweetie. Service was exceptional - lots of nice touches. Josh was an excellent server who gave great food recommendations! 10/10

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №160

Awesome!! Love J.O.! He’s an amazing mixologist!

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №161

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №162

Absolutely delicious. Everything we had was top notch. The oyster mushrooms, truffle butter edamame, sushi and even the old fashioned were definitely worth coming back for. The saki selection was also great. This may be one of my favorite restaurants in Greenville now. Update: we went for a second time and the service was definitely struggling. Drinks stayed empty for long periods of time, etc. We'll go back but will sit at the bar again next time.

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №163

We celebrated our anniversary. Service was outstanding. They had complementary champagne for us and 2 types of appetizers from chef. Sushi is amazing, you can taste the quality of ingredients they are using. Interior of restaurant is modern and so inviting. This was our second time, but we will be back again.

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №164

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №165

Completely blown away. Their food was incredible. Fresh, excellently paired dishes. This place is going to be hard to get a table in the future.
The Oyster mushrooms were the best mushroom plate I've ever had.
Salmon Usuzukuri and Akami crudo were delicious flavor bombs.
Tuna tuna was good, although I wasn't a fan of the structure.
The upstate roll was one of the best flavored sushi rolls I've ever had.
The lobster teppan was neat. Great way to eat fresh lobster. It cooks in butter in front of you.
I'll definitely be coming back to try so many other things.
The sake was quite good too.

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №166

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №167

We ate here for the first time last night with some friends. Our server (Katie) was attentive and knowledgeable about the menu. She made suggestions when we were unsure where to start. We ordered from all parts of the menu and enjoyed it all.

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №168

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №169

O-Ku brings an amazing Japanese dining experience straight to the heart of downtown Greenville. From bar service to table service, I assure that you will not be disappointed in the slightest; and my expectations were blown away. The cocktails were delicious and the food was even better. I’d rate this as one of my most enjoyable eating experiences. Note: being right next to the peace center, it is wildly packed on show nights so be sure to watch out for those times for making reservations.

They have an excellent selection of Japanese whiskeys and sakes. A decent selection of American whiskey and bourbons as well. A very well put together cocktail menu with some delicious pairings. The bar is absolutely top notch and is well selected for the style restaurant. My bartender, JO, was excellent. Loved enjoying a drink and appetizer while waiting on a table here.

The food was phenomenal - not knowing specifically what to get, we decided to go with the “omakase” or “leave it up to you” in other words - allowing the chef to prepare a delicious 7 course meal of their liking to give to the guest. It was done exceptionally well! Each dish paired deliciously with the next, with great presentation and taste all around. Highly recommend this for a date night or if you love nigiri, sashimi, and beef. The dishes are listed in my photos with descriptions.

Highlighting my favorites: hamachi and truffles soaked in truffle sauce, the salmon and heirloom tomatoes in a vinegar base, braised beef short rib, and wagyu on Japanese milk bread toast. I can’t stress enough how exceptional the flavor and pairings were for all of these dishes, and after 7 courses, I felt full but not overly stuffed to an uncomfortable point. It was a perfect amount of food for an average and healthy sized adult. I’d argue this is some of the freshest selections of fish I’ve had at any location in Greenville.

All in all, this was hands down the most delicious food I’ve had to date. Greenville certainly needs some cultural diversity in the cuisine department downtown in general and, although there is a good number of Asian cuisines already, O-Ku makes a great step forward for being a fine Japanese dining experience that stands out from the rest. From atmosphere, to excellent staff and chefs, along with the food itself, this place cements itself as a top restaurant for me to enjoy.

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №170

Josh was incredible, he gave us excellent recommendations for both our meals and desserts. Will absolutely be back

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №171

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №172

The food and sake were great. I love the chic atmosphere and the music, it was a very cohesive experience

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №173

First time dining. High expectations a d they delivered! Everything we tried was unique and wonderful. Our server, Alanna, made it even more special. Loved the table side preparation of the Lobster Teppan!

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №174

Really cool atmosphere, if you’ve ever eaten at the Charleston location it looks totally different, but equally as cool. Great drinks and food- most importantly, sushi was fresh and quality fish. The GOAT roll was especially unique and we’ve been back for it already. I can’t remember every roll we’ve had, but there’s been no disappointments from the menu in 2 visits.

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №175

The atmosphere is so good. It fills up quick so get a reservation or get there early to sit at the bar.
The GOAT roll is my favorite by far. The tuna tuna roll is really good too, a little too much rice for me and will fill you up quick.
But overall would recommend this to anyone in the area or visiting. Definitely a new must try in Greenville.

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №176

Amazing food, we started off with the rock shrimp appetizer and miso soup , we got the non alcoholic tiger and the coconut drink and got the GOAT sushi. We tried the Christmas cake for desert. The ambiance was amazing and so was our server. Very friendly and will come again.

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №177

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №178

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №179

Absolutely love the vibe of this restaurant, definitely bringing bit city atmosphere to our growing town. Our group did think the music was too loud, it was difficult to hear anyone at the table. Sushi options were delectable and the quality was excellent. I do wish they had more non fish options for those who don't love seafood but other than that no complaints!

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №180

Excellent new addition to downtown Greenville! Unique and authentic Japanese flavors served in a hip, modern environment. We will definitely be back!

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №181

Totally delicious experience. Trinity is amazing. Honestly, some of the best sushi I’ve had in a long time.

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №182

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №183

overpriced, the rice fell off the seawed and felt old, very expensive for what they offer, there are better sushi bars in Greenville, in this place you only pay for the luxury.

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №184

O-Ku Greenville exceeded our expectations as we celebrated my brother’s 30th birthday. Everyone from the hostesses to our waitress, to the manager and the chef were extremely knowledgeable and kind. The food, drinks, and atmosphere were immaculate. We tried a little bit of everything, but my favorite dishes were the Rock Shrimp, the Wagyu Toast (pictured), the Braised Beef Short Ribs, The Paladin (pictured), and the Yellowtail Donabe. Our favorite drinks were the Saketini, the Pomegranate Pisco Sour, and the “Black Widow” Cider. Overall, I was completely blown away by our experience. I’d hands down, 100% recommend this restaurant for any celebration, happy hour, dinner date, and more!

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №185

Amazing sushi and vibe!

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №186

Beautiful restaurant. Really cool experience. The food was really good.

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №187

WoW! One of the best Sushi places I have been to!! 🍣🥢😋

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №188

Yes, enjoyed the sushi and experience. If you’re gonna visit, sit at the bar.

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №189

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №190

If you get the chance to sit in Alanna’s section, you’ll have an amazing experience. She is so knowledgeable and friendly.

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №191

We had a fantastic experience here. The food was out of this world from the appetizer to the dessert. The service was fantastic and our server had great recommendations in all categories of the menu. We will definitely be back.

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №192

Just an awesome experience. And the bartender John makes a mean filthy martini

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №193

I don’t even live in America anymore but I literally stay up at night thinking about the ricotta donut balls.

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №194

It was our first time at O-Ku and it definitely will not be our last. My boyfriend planned a birthday dinner for me, so we got to have a very intimate space to enjoy the food and each other. Since it was my birthday, we had gotten a glass of champagne on the house and a dessert. The service was amazing, the manager led us to our table, and we had an amazing waiter. The food itself was delicious. It was high quality ingredients and executed perfectly. The experience was worth it and we will definitely be returning.

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №195

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №196

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №197

I’ve been waiting so long to come here! The atmosphere and ambience was amazing.

Our server wasn’t that attentive so the amount of time it took to give our order was long.

The food was delicious. We got the butter truffle edamame, reedy river roll, the paladin, and the soft shell spider.

I will be coming back!

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №198

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №199

Visited a year ago

Sushi Experience №200

Visited a year ago

Sushi Details
  • 10 sushi photos
  • 200 sushi reviews
  • 4.7 Sushi Rating
  • Reservations: +1 864-326-4812
  • Menu Website: https://www.o-kusushi.com/location/o-ku-greenville/?y_source=1_MTAwMjQwNjU4MS03MTUtbG9jYXRpb24ud2Vic2l0ZQ%3D%3D
  • Sushi Address: 30 W Broad St, Greenville, SC 29601, United States
  • Sushi Map: 34.8478626, -82.4007523
Specialties
  • Japanese restaurant
  • Fine dining restaurant
  • Restaurant
  • Sushi restaurant
Sushi Hours
  • Sunday: 5–9 PM
  • Monday: 4–10 PM
  • Tuesday: 4–10 PM
  • Wednesday: 5–10 PM
  • Thursday: 5–10 PM
  • Friday: 5–11 PM
  • Saturday: 5–11 PM
Service options
  • Outdoor seating: Available
  • Takeaway: Available
  • Dine-in: Available
  • Delivery: Available
Highlights
  • Great cocktails: Available
  • Great tea selection: Available
Popular for
  • Dinner: Available
  • Solo dining: Available
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park: Available
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance: Available
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating: Available
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet: Available
Offerings
  • Alcohol: Available
  • Beer: Available
  • Cocktails: Available
  • Coffee: Available
  • Happy-hour drinks: Available
  • Happy-hour food: Available
  • Healthy options: Available
  • Organic dishes: Available
  • Small plates: Available
  • Spirits: Available
  • Vegan options: Available
  • Vegetarian options: Available
  • Wine: Available
Dining options
  • Dinner: Available
  • Dessert: Available
  • Seating: Available
Amenities
  • Bar on site: Available
  • Toilets: Available
Atmosphere
  • Romantic: Available
  • Trendy: Available
  • Upmarket: Available
Crowd
  • Groups: Available
  • Tourists: Available
Planning
  • Dinner reservations recommended: Available
  • Accepts reservations: Available
Payments
  • Credit cards: Available
  • Debit cards: Available
  • Credit cards: Available
Children
  • High chairs: Available
Parking
  • Free of charge street parking: Available
  • Paid multi-storey car park: Available
  • Paid parking lot: Available
  • Paid street parking: Available
Pets
  • Dogs allowed outside: Available