This was our first time trying out this restaurant, and there were definitely some pros and cons…read more Apparently, there are two sides to the restaurant. On one side it is an "all you can eat" menu. On the other side, you order à la carte off of a regular menu. On the all-you-can-eat side, it appears you'll probably need a reservation, as it is quite popular. We did not have a reservation but didn't want all you can eat anyway, so we sat on the side with the regular menu. The menu is quite large, with a good variety of sushi and other dishes. We got there during happy hour, and they had some great deals on appetizers, certain types of sushi, and drinks. Every employee that we encountered was friendly and helpful. The presentation of the food was lovely, as you can see from the photos below, but overall, the food was just so-so. The sushi was good, but definitely not the best I've ever had. It wasn't terrible, just nothing to write home about. We ordered fried calamari as an appetizer and that was not great, compared to other restaurants. It was fairly thick and heavily battered (as far as calamari goes), and tasted as if the oil hadn't been changed in a while. We also ordered regular egg rolls, which were OK. As far as ambience, for some reason many restaurants play loud music that isn't suitable for dining (have they always done this and I just never noticed?), and this is one of them. Overall, I do feel that we received good food for the price, and again, all of the employees were stellar. We will probably try this location again.

Came to celebrate a birthday. The food and drinks were very good. I got the hot philly sushi and it…read morewas so good. The flavors mixed so well, never had anything like it before. The karaoke rooms are pretty cozy, we had 6 people and it was still somewhat spacious. The karaoke goes on till 11 even thought the food stop being served at 9pm. The servers are super helpful when we needed help with the karaoke machine. I definitely recommend this place for big parties who are hungry and looking for a good time. For the menu side of the restaurant I definitely recommend adding a lazy Susan for sharing apps.

If you need a break from southern cuisine, then try this establishment. SO had the chicken…read moreteriyaki and I had the steak and shrimp combo. Bottom line, the service and food were very good.

In a great location as you walk down King Street so it makes for a nice option for a quick stop as…read moreyou're window shopping (or forreal shopping :)) Very quick to get your food out. I certainly appreciated that. Serving size was average compared to what I'm used to. Price was fine. The food was pretty good. I noticed more people ordering the Japanese options rather than Korean dishes during my visit. I chose a Korean mixed rice and enjoyed it. As for the sides, their two kimchis were great. Didn't love the third option (non kimchi). The only downside for me was the service was lacking. While quick, didn't find them to be friendly. No one ever comes to check on you so make sure you have everything you need as to not need to wait in line again. Drinks are self serve. Will likely visit them again and would recommend the food.

My favorite restaurant in Charleston…read more I get the bbq but can't wait to try the hot pot. The price is fantastic considering I focus on proteins and don't fill up on rice. The bulgogi is fantastic, the sauce selection is huge, and the soft drinks are also unlimited. I try to go at least once a month. The ventilation is very good- you still smell like bbq when you leave but not as bad as other kbbq I've had. The staff is always very friendly.

I went during their lunch special from 11 am - 4 pm and they offered $20 for Korean bbq and hotpot…read morewhich is a great price! I specifically came at 3:10 pm and the server notified me ahead of time that if I wanted that price I would only have until 4 pm which was about 50 minutes to eat. Totally do-able especially since I was a party of 1. Just a heads up their options for lunch is different from dinner hence the difference in price points of the two. Everything was buffet style so you would go to the bar to grab your meats, drinks, and sauces. If you wanted rice, kimchi, or other sides please let your server know. Service was great and attentive. My server often came by and offered to cut the pork belly which by the way were my favorite here. The restaurant gave me a sense of modern/hipster vibes which can be appealing for young crowds and it seems pretty clean overall. Definitely will be back to try their dinner options one day but it's a good spot for a cheap ayce during lunch time!

This is a pretty good "build your own poke bowl spot in downtown Charleston. The ingredients were…read moreall pretty fresh, the server working that day was warm and friendly, and the ambiance is open, casual and clean. We got a build your own bowl with grilled chicken and pork, but I've heard that the fish is fresh too. Of course the purple rice is a star of the show as well. Their soda machine was out of almost every soda when we went, but as a mostly water drinker that didn't bother me. Would definitely come here again for a quick lunch!!

I don't give 5 stars freely or without being positive about a restaurant. We came here after a…read moreYelp Event. We got there close to closing time (9:30pm) and they were very gracious and allowed and encouraged us to come on in!! We were getting our meals to go, so we went in. My child Bek attends CofC and has eaten here several times! The lady recognized her and thanked her for bringing people in!! I decided to go with one of their signature bowls! There were so many to choose from!! I decided on the High Tide bowl and Bek built her own. I figured I'd trust their chef and am glad I did! My bowl was absolutely fresh and delicious! Bek devoured her build your own. I even had enough for a 2nd meal. I topped it off with a little light soy sauce and some Yum Yum sauce from the fridge! It was just as good leftover ! I can't wait to try all of their creations !! We will be back! And by the way, this place is sparkling clean! This building has been several businesses, so GogiBop has done a miraculous transformation!!

We had the most incredible time celebrating my birthday at O-ku!…read more The team completely personalized my entire experience and made me feel so special on my birthday. Going that extra step certainly did not go unnoticed and something I value in a dining experience. First of all-- the matcha mocktail was a wonderful opener to our evening. We ordered the truffle edamame (our favorite), the chef's choice nigiri which was incredibly fresh, the salmon & lemon roll (a must order), and the spider roll. My partner said the mochi was the best he's ever had. We highly recommend this dining experience not only for the exceptional service but for the quality in every dish.

O-Ku on King St Charleston has been on my list for a while. What a beautiful large airy space. So…read moremany staff who attend to every need making the whole experience memorable. After looking at the menu we opted for the 6 course Omakase Menu ($150 per person) It was a phenomenal choice. Each dish better than the previous. Outstanding technique & presentation with the freshest of product. Omakase takes about 2 hrs which was perfect for us. The restaurant fills up pretty quickly and unless you want to sit at the bar (if available) book your reservation early. We parked in the visitors parking garage off of Ann St. it's very close by. Definitely check this gorgeous restaurant out.

A neighborhood gem and on the Michelin guide! There's a small parking lot and you can score a spot…read moreif you are lucky, however there's plenty of street parking if you don't mind a walk. There's seating inside and outside but I usually opt for the bar. Creative cocktails, local beer and a small selection of imports. Food is well portioned, packed with flavor and comes out quick. Definitely stop by for their friendly service and the best Asian fusion in town.

We wanted to share everything which is recommended by the staff. It was hard for us to put a meal…read moretogether. My favorite of the dinner were the bao with pork. We also got the OKONOMIYAKI Japanese pancake, and I expected a pancake with veggies. Instead, we got a pile of cabbage shaped like a giant pancake with stuff on top. It was okay. For our third dish we got the mAPO Dou fu that had excellent tofu in it. We wished there was more tofu and less pork in that dish. I was hoping to be wowed by this very casual restaurant. I wasn't. If in the area again, I would eat somewhere else. There are a few parking spaces out front, and we were lucky to snag one.

Filipino food for the masses! Great bar style food that complements the amazing beer from Charles…read moreTowne Fermentory (brewery) in the same building. Try the Jufran fried chicken, way better than Jollibee Lumpia and pancit were good too although it would have been better if they had spicy vinegar and calamansi instead of sweet sauce and lime. Don't expect authentic although the owner/chef is Manila born.

The food here is decent and scratches the itch. The main complaints I have are that the food…read moreportions aren't very big so for the price point it's not great. Also the food kinda tastes similar.

King Street Foods totally satisfied my Thai food cravings and then some! The drunken noodles were…read moreprobably the best I've had in the U.S.--medium spice was perfect, the chicken was tender and flavorful, veggies were crisp, and the noodles had the perfect consistency. Honestly, nothing about them I'd change--I'm ruined forever. We also got the avocado roll, which was refreshing and light, and the shrimp tempura roll, crispy, deep-fried, and just plain delicious. The service was amazing too--staff were so attentive and welcoming, checking in just the right amount without being overbearing. I wish I'd gone twice during the trip that's how much I loved it. If you're in Charleston and craving Thai, this spot is an absolute must!

Solid Thai food with excellent noodles. King Street food had a large selection of Asian cuisine,…read morehowever, my focus was on Thai for lunch. The Thai Tea was made perfectly imo and was a generous portion. The Pad Thai had plenty of protein, the aforementioned excellent noodles, and just the right balance of peanut. The place is fairly large and was not very busy during my visit. Service was friendly and patient as I explored the full menu before deciding on my meal. Location is good as it seems to be in the thick of things on King Street. I'm not sure you'd come to Charleston looking for Asian food. However, if you have an inch that needs scratching, King Street Food will deliver.