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O-Ku - Raleigh, Raleigh, NC

O-Ku - Raleigh

4.8
4.8
1964 Reviews
$30 and under
Japanese
411 W Hargett St, Raleigh, NC 27603

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 34 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Hot spot
O-Ku's menu provides a fresh and innovative take on traditional Japanese sushi and cuisine. Located in the Warehouse District of downtown Raleigh, the restaurant offers rare and unique dining options with traditional sashimi and specialty rolls, highlighting seafood from the finest fish markets in Tokyo and Hawaii alongside local and seasonal ingredients. Reminiscent of traditional Japanese culture, O-Ku's menu is comprised of signature starters, contemporary Japanese entrees and seasonal traditional sushi that reflect the uniquely designed space. The beverage program is built around quality ingredients that celebrate Japanese culture .

Additional information

  • 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)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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What 1,964 people are saying

O-Ku - Raleigh reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Raleigh

    Best Overall

  • Raleigh

    Best Food

  • Raleigh

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
O-Ku Raleigh offers a "great experience overall" with "fresh and delicious" food and attentive service. The ambiance is "perfect for date nights" and special occasions, often enhanced by personalized touches such as cards and desserts. Despite some noise and pricing concerns, the "amazing" sushi and knowledgeable staff make it a "must-visit" destination.

1,964 Reviews
  1. DillonR

    Raleigh1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really good food. Moody atmosphere. Service was phenomenal.

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  2. Eric

    Orlando3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great service, good pacing of dishes.

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  3. Michelle

    Raleigh4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was absolutely delicious and the service was impeccable! Sarah was awesome and offered superb conversation. We will definitely be back. The wagyu tartare was beyond this world good!

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  4. Evelyn

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience overall. Food was fresh and delicious. Service was on point, our waitress knew the ins and outs of every dish wish is amazing when trying to make a decision. Would go again and would highly recommend.

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  5. Zach

    Minneapolis1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Friendly and knowledgeable staff, great presentation and decently sized portions for the price. Top tier sashimi and nigiri as always.

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  6. Lisa VIP

    Washington DC76 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food, service and ambience were great, as usual. We brought friends who had never been there before and they loved it too.

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  7. Lonnie

    Raleigh1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I made reservations for my wife and I’s 17th anniversary. I originally made the reservation for the outdoor seating. Emily called me on the day of and asked if I wanted to reserve their private booth and if there was anything special I wanted them to do. I told her I wasn’t sure what they offered and she told me that they would take care of everything and make it romantic for us. We were blown away at the experience. They had a fresh bouquet of flowers, rose petals on the table, a sign saying happy 17th anniversary. Everyone that walked by told us happy anniversary. The food was absolutely spectacular. My wife is Japanese and she was blown away with how everything tasted. Sushi in general is expensive and O-Ku isn’t a budget sushi joint. Really high end and worth the cost. They made the evening very special and my wife was very happy, which is what matters most. They even left a card signed by the staff and gave us a free dessert cake which was very delicious. Unfortunately I forgot to take the card with us :(. O-Ku is now on our restaurant list of places we will definitely dine again. Thank you so much for an unforgettable night. We will definitely come back again.

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  8. stephanie

    Philadelphia5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, nice environment, we had a great time!

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  9. Julie VIP

    Charleston23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the most unbelievable evening at Oku Raleigh. The food was exquisite, and the staff was upscale, personable, and so knowledgeable. The ambience of the restaurant along with the music creates an amazing vibe! One of the finest and best experiences in Raleigh. They printed a personalized card, brought champagne and a delicious dessert for the table to help celebrate an engagement.

    1 person found this helpful

  10. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Raleigh3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    O-Ku is one of my favorites! Went last night for the happy hour and had a wonderful time. Food is always amazing and consistent.

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FAQs

O-Ku - Raleigh offers 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 4.8 stars by 1964 OpenTable diners.

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

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 34 times today
Google Map for O-Ku - Raleigh

411 W Hargett St, Raleigh, NC 27603

Additional information

  • Cross street
    West Hargett Street + South West Street
  • Neighborhood
    Raleigh
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Tue, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Sushi, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    The best parking option would be the Dillion Parking Deck. The parking deck entrances are location either on West Street or Harrington. Also, there are public lots around the vicinity of Oku.
  • Public transit
    Train: Raleigh Union Station (500 Ft South of O-Ku)Bus: West Street at Hargett Street - R13 (Located Immediately Adjacent to O-Ku)
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Cuong Le
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
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