Really good service. I went for my birthday and they were so kind to me and made it such a special experience. Food was incredible especially the chocolate cake! read more

O-ku is lovely. Sat at the cocktail bar and everything was great. Servers are exceptionally nice and offer great reviews of the food. I don't think you can go wrong on the menu. Would suggest making a reservation, it fills up! read more

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It is genuinely a pleasure to leave a review for O-Ku as it is quite literally my favorite restaurant of all time. As a girl from the coast, I can be a snob when it comes to seafood and sushi. O-Ku is always fresh and the highest of quality fish. Each of the rolls are uniquely crafted to perfection, as are the appetizers and larger plates. I wish I had photos saved to leave with this review. The cocktails are my favorite in Nashville - the "sugar and spice" is my ride or die, but I'm also a huge fan of "you had me at aloe" and the "whiskey ponzu." These seriously rival any cocktail bar in town or mixologist's creation. As an app, always get the edamame with truffle oil. Side note on the service - one time the server accidentally dropped the edamame in my lap then took this cost off the bill and brought out the rock shrimp and cauliflower, both to DIE for. Amazing service on all ends. Another standout is the salmon app. The best signature maki rolls are the Playboy (topped with Wagyu) and the Tennessee Two Step. I'm genuinely salivating just thinking of them. My partner and I typically get two of each and finish them both! I've never tasted anything this unique. Seriously the best sushi I've ever had. The restaurant is nice and a good size, but parking sucks in this area (nothing is free) but I promise it is worth it. The price point is a little elevated but once again, fair for fresh sushi. Also a nice place for celebrity sightings I absolutely love O-Ku and wish I could go weekly. Once again, favorite restaurant in Nashville and everyone I've recommended it to has loved as well. Definitely a must!! read more

Heard amazing things about this place. Decided to take hubby for his birthday. We had a reservation, but the seat they put us in was like a glorified bar table. If it were me I would save those tables for walk ins and give the nicer booths to reservations. Service was very very good! Since it was his birthday they offered a complementary dessert. Which we had cake with our kids waiting for after dinner, so we decided not to get anything. The server ended up taking 2 appetizers off instead which was super nice! Now as far as sushi goes, I'd say this is more fusion. So if you are looking for something to fix a more traditional sushi craving, this would not be it. The first set of rolls we got were pretty good! Very unique flavors. I do wish the meat and fish on top were a little better quality. Some of them made the roll chewy. Then we ordered 2 more rolls and they were ok. For sure not worth the price. I think Sprouts has a similar roll that is way better. We also ordered the chicken wings, which were good! The two sauces were ok! The truffle edamame sounded like a weird flavor combo to me but was surprisingly good. Cucumber salad was super basic and good. The miso soup wasn't the best I've had. The tofu was way too hard. Wasn't the warmest either. Our mock tails were delicious! We got the pineapple one. Not too sweet at all. I don't think our bill was astronomical (for a higher end restaurant). We expected to pay $200 and it ended up under $150. However, I do expect better quality for the price. Overall we enjoyed ourselves but I'm not sure we will return with a sushi craving. read more

I really wanted to give this place higher rate, but being spoiled by California variety, I had to be picky. Came in on for early Sunday dinner and was seated immediately at the bar. The bartenders provided excellent service and were extremely attentive despite being busy with making drinks and taking orders. I started with the A5 wagyu tartare and lemongrass sausage. The sausage was good but it was nothing new to me as I eat this sometimes in the Vietnamese cuisine. The A5 wagyu tartare was a bit disappointing. It was supposed to come with truffle but I swear I could not taste any truffle. The tartare itself tasted ok, not bad, but nothing special. My main dishes were sashimi and the oku nigiri of wagyu that was supposed to come with foie gras: - I was looking forward to the nigiri piece but again the flavor was not there. The wagyu was a bit more on the chewy side and the onion jam pretty much overwhelmed all the other flavor. - My favorite piece of the meal were the hamachi (yellowtail) belly. It was soooo fresh and just melted in my mouth. The salmon belly was also good but nothing out of my typical expectation. The tuna had a little hint of iron, which made me think they probably got some blood on while processing the piece. I visited Nashville for work and wanted to be impressed at Oku. It wasn't bad, by all mean, but I was not impressed. On the other hand, the staff were extremely nice and probably overworked due to short-staff. I hope next time I get to be back they can throw in some improvements. read more

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Amazing restaurant. Parking is a little to be desired. You have to make a reservation. Food and decor was next level, I have been to Japan several times, this place similar or better in some respects, my favorite dishes were the Nash-Vegas, and the Jap-jay, and the octopus. read more

O-Ku - Jap-Jay dish with glass noodles - Sushi Bars Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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Man o man now you guys know I am a sushi queen and anytime traveling anywhere I am always on the hunt for the best sushi in town. This did not disappoint me at all, however I will say that the sushi menu rolls are limited but fresh and delicious every single bite. Starters we tried the truffle edamame 10/10 the truffle sauce was phenomenal I could drink the bottom of the sauce The cucumber sunomuno wasn't my favorite it had a hint of spice in there but wasn't too much flavor. Rolls we tried NashVegas roll which was mainly fried and crunchy Playboy roll which was my ultimate favorite 10/10 Lo Pan came for the 2'nd winner for me 9/10 We also tried some skewers that came about 2 pieces one was like a cab something and the other one was a scallop skewer. Favorite one was definitely the cab The black magic was an all fried rice but man was it delicious ! Service is outstanding and the bartenders at the bar were all friendly. Recommend making a reservation in advance if you want to have a good spot to sit at. Such a vibe here with a cute atmosphere for a date, group of friends, or even alone to wine down and enjoy a nice cocktail ! read more

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I will start off by saying I arrived at 5:30 with no reservations as it was just me and I was going to sit at the sushi bar so I figured no big deal. Well the hostess stand seemed to be a bit of a cluster and it took a lil bit of time to get a seat at a basically empty sushi bar. The hostess were nice but just not very organized perhaps. Emma was my server and was excellent. I had several sashimi order which were all tasty. Definitely recommend this establishment read more

This is one of my favorite restaurants in Nashville. Why? It's top notch all the way around; nice atmosphere, excellent service and attention to detail, and outstanding food. Most plates are smaller portions so we sampled many items. We started with the edamame topped with kimchi. Next, we selected the Kung Pow Cauliflower and it was delish! Our server recommended the Playboy and Tennessee Two Step rolls and they were both top notch. My husband also ordered Yellow Tail and Salmon Nigiri that was fresh and full of flavor. Oh, I forgot to mention the chicken wings from a local farm, sooo good. It was my birthday and the restaurant treated me to a mango cheesecake with fresh strawberries as the garnish. They even gave my son a gluten free and dairy free dessert, there's that attention to detail I mentioned earlier. Bravo, Bravo! read more

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For a Thursday this place was packed! Def would recommended getting a reservation. Aside from that the interior is beautiful, dim lit settings, def a place that is live, has good music! Tried the Wagyu on the stone grill and it was by far the best experience yet. Gotta try it if you're a fan and wiling to invest in the experience for sure. 10/10 recommend ! read more

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The went for the happy hour on a Monday night. It was very busy. Thankfully I was there to wait at 430p until they opened at 5p. There was a significant line. Due to heavy crowd the food took about 30-45 mins to prepare, so if you choose happy hour night, it's best to know your order fast. I loved my food. I ordered 3 different rolls. Price was 1/2 off so it wasn't bad. My friends got liquor, and thoroughly enjoyed their beverages. We sat at the bar, next time I will sit at a table bc it was a bit close to the next person for me. Holding was super clean and nice. Staff friendly and accommodating. I would like to try this spot on a regular day next time tho, just to see if the timing of ordering food is faster. Overall I enjoyed myself and the food was great. read more

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The Interior Design creates a luxurious, fine dining experience. The service was swift, remarkable, and we left approximately 45 minutes after our 5PM reservation. Quality of the food was terrific, and fulfilling. read more

O-Ku - Titan Up - Sushi Bars Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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Our first time here and it was memorable. They go above and beyond to give dining and elevated experience. The sushi was amazing, the ambiance was amazing. I knew exactly who the manager was because he had a presence as he circled the restaurant and lending a helpful hand. Over all top notch read more

O-Ku - Dessert - Sushi Bars Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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The restaurant has a sultry ambiance. The sushi is an elevated grade with a variety of flavor. Definitely a cute date night location. read more

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Heard this was some of the best sushi in Nashville and it did not disappoint. All the fish was so fresh. The rolls were unique and very delicious. I'm a sushi lover from the northeast and this place is at the top of my list for some of the best sushi I have had. Will definitely be back next time I'm in Nashville. read more

O-Ku - Fresh/unique/amazing sushi! - Sushi Bars Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

We ordered in; I had the green goddess roll and my room mate had the eel of fortune and they were good but not great. We both felt they were overpriced for what they were! read more

I've been here a few times, and it's been great every time. We went here for my birthday a few months ago, and they really tried to make it special with a personalized menu and bookmark (since I like to read). The food and sake is always excellent. It's a bit pricey, but I think it's worth it. read more

So delicious! Definitely recommend the Playboy roll (we ordered a 2nd one it was that good). Also highly recommend the Usuzukuri and the Yama roll. Everything tasted so fresh. Great ambiance - perfect for a date night. read more

O-Ku - Playboy Roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

The food is excellent. Haven't had a bad dish here, service is quick, and the ambiance is super chill. Must try spot in Nashville no doubt.

This dinner was amazing!! the atmosphere was super cool, our waiter was so nice, and the food was sooo good. We got the kung pao cauliflower, spicy kimchi edamame, and honey garlic tebasaki to start and they were all 10/10. We also loved our playboy and shogun rolls. The waiter brought us shots because we were celebrating and it made for an amazing dinner experience. Definitely coming back! read more

O-Ku - Onna old fashioned, playboy roll, shogun roll, and sake harami shashimi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

This place was great, it was busy and the kitchen was running behind but our server Haley was on top of our party of 8. Our drinks were never low and she was very personable. Drinks were phenomenal and food was even better. 10/10 recommend. read more

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Went here for our anniversary and they exceeded expectations at every turn. Made it special from start to finish with champagne, flowers, dessert. The food was amazing as Always but the personal touch was even better read more

Love everything about the place! The food, the service and the ambience and oh don't let me forget the drinks! This was my 2nd time here and I haven't been disappointed. The sushi tasted fresh and all our other dishes we had was also amazing! Will definitely be back! read more

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The sushi was a 10/10. I had the hamachi nigiri and it was the best bite. The Nashvegas roll was my fiancés favorite and I really enjoyed the spicy tuna. The drinks were very good as well. I had the sugar and spice and the yogurt flavored sake. Both very easy to drink. Our waitress was very helpful and knowledgeable about the menu and she made our experience a great one! read more

So I was originally going to give 4 stars because of the pricing here (very expensive for very small portions), but I decided to do 5 because of the quality of the food. Everything was very fresh and fresh ingredients are pricey. The service was excellent, the environment was welcoming, and the decor was lovely inside. Our waitress really took care of us. When my food got caught in the kitchen she brought me out some miso soup on her (which was the best miso soup I've had) so that I had something to eat while everyone else was eating (bless her because I was starving!). We even got an extra sushi roll too! The food was very good. I was interested in trying some of the different items they had but it's so pricey I stuck to what I know. Next time though, I'll be a bit more adventurous. I had the following: -Edamame - cooked perfectly but a bit salty for my taste. Would definitely get it again though. -Miso soup - didn't order for myself but would next time! Best I've had. -Hana roll - so light and fresh. I loved it with the garlic honey. Definitely recommend eating it without soy sauce and before other rolls so your palate is fresh. -Shogun roll - very good -Black forest chocolate cake with cherry ice cream - yum! Beautifully plated. Also, it's a lava cake. -London fog lavender pudding - light and tasty. Also beautifully plated. -7 lucky gods - light drink but not worth the money. It was beautiful but there's egg white in it and most of it was foam in a coup glass so it didn't seem like there was much drink there Overall, I enjoyed the experience and will be back. read more

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Food is great, service a bit slow and this was right around opening time so it was not really busy yet. Servings are pretty good sized. We sat outside on a beautiful day. Outside seating is right around entrance of parking lot. read more

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We came here for my birthday/bach party!!! I don't remember how to spell my waitress's name but I think it was like Shanice!! She was amazing and made our experience so much better! She took really great care of us and I felt so celebrated by her! The food was also amazing! I would recommend the glass noodle bowl with shrimp and the Tennessee two step roll!!! read more

O-Ku - Sushi Bars Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Truly outstanding food. I had the sashimi (yellowfin tuna, salmon, yellow tail, eel) and the spicy tuna roll (which was wonderfully spicy), with a seaweed salad on the side. My partner had the teriyaki chicken and the charred broccolini. We were both very happy with the food. Our server was also lovely. We're pretty COVID-conscious so the outdoor seating was perfect for us. Highly recommend all around. read more

Very classy joint in a new and up and coming neighborhood. Service slow with multiple mistakes. Quality of sushi Is high. The sashimi tuna melts in your mouth. All negiri and sashimi is very small for the price. Bill adds up quickly. At the end of the day, the quality of the food is there. Could have easily been a 4 or 5 rating if other things were buttoned up. read more

O-Ku - Salmon, Tuna, Hamachi, Salmon, Tennessee Roll. Glorious. - Sushi Bars Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Excellent service, amazing sushi rolls and cocktails in fun atmosphere with hip music. Really enjoyed the creativity of the flavor combinations in the rolls. Different than traditional sushi but yummy. Will definitely return on our next trip to the city. read more

O-Ku - From back to front ... Playboy, Predator, Tennessee Two Step and Shogun - Sushi Bars Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Sushi tastes great but definitely be prepared to spend some money. It is a nice treat for a special occasion meal. I miss when they used to have half off sushi rolls during their happy hour. read more

Hands down the best sushi in Nashville, nothing is comparable to it! The service and ambience is always top notch as well, a very cute date night spot. read more

I've never understood the hype around sushi. I've eaten it many times and it's been good and bad, until today. We had dinner here and I now understand what sushi is supposed to be. My wife ordered and shrimp tempura roll and I ordered a spicy tuna roll. Mine was such a great experience. The rice was perfect, the nori wasn't chewy, the tuna was soft and fresh tasting, there was spice from what I assume is a chili oil (not sriracha), along with a light sesame essence, and it's round out by a bit of fresh crunch from cucumber sticks. When you bring all of of these elements together you experience something. This is what sushi is supposed to be and what I've not been experiencing all of these years. I now understand what sushi can be and I'm very grateful for this experience. Thank you O-Ku. My wife throughly enjoyed her roll as well and our service was amazing! Another great menu item was the miso soup. It was the best I've ever had. It was deep, smokey, and rich. It's a must order! read more

Certainly one of the very best sushi spots in Nashville. The interior is great and the service was immaculate. I personally ate the rock shrimp for an app which I highly recommend. Also had some edamame and a veggie roll that I loved. The table had various bowls and rolls and of course a bottle of saki. We had an awesome time here and I would come back for sure. Make a reservation, it was slammed! read more

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Not worth the money. We were shoved in a high top table by the bar and completely forgotten about. We had to get up and find someone every time we wanted a drink. We ordered $300 worth of food and asked them to take us slow. They brought it all at one trying to cram as much food on the table as possible while not removing empty plates. The food was pedestrian at best. Everything was covered with a sweet sticky syrup. This is not elevated sushi but rather over priced mediocre fusion. Save your money. $350. I won't be back. Bad service. Mediocre food. Expensive prices. read more

A really cool restaurant with amazing food. Only issue is the parking situation. There isn't much street parking available and those spaces fill fast. There's a parking lot behind the building but you have to pay. read more

The most incredible restaurant in town! The quality of the food, the service, the drinks. Also love the no frills vibe. Just GO!

Great food with a very chill atmosphere. Highly recommend the O-Ku nigiri. The only downside to the experience was terrible service. Our server disappeared multiple times and it took forever to get drinks. read more

My go-to fancier sushi spot! They overnight their fish from Hawaii and Japan. And you can absolutely taste the difference!

It was ok. The menu was pretty limited, compared to most Japanese or Sushi bars. Parking is easy, pay by tag. The food was good not great. The tuna was not the freshest, beginning to taste "fishy". read more