Great atmosphere with great service! Prices are reasonable…read moreand the location is only minutes from Charleston!

Such nice view on the water and server was super quick and friendly. The food was super good…read morealthough the drink could've been stronger. Would def come here again!

I wanted some late night sushi (please don't question my choices ) and found Sushi Taro. Only issue…read morewas it was like 10 mins to closing. Thankful the staff was considerate enough to prep 3 rolls to go. The sushi was fresh and very tasty. Craving satisfied! Can't say much about the restaurant. It's small in size but can seat a decent number of guests. There is also patio seating.

Sushi was amazing! Highly recommend the Charleston Roll if you're not sure what to get!read more

We had a great meal and fantastic cocktails at The Mill Street Tavern! The food was delicious, and…read moreI was especially impressed by how seriously the chef and general manager take food safety. They're taking a thoughtful, intentional approach to developing a diverse menu with plenty of gluten-free options. As someone with celiac disease, it's always reassuring to find a restaurant where the staff understands the importance of safe food preparation while still offering plenty of choices. We'll definitely be back!

Excellent food and wonderful water view! Extensive gluten free options! The brunch menu is great…read moreand the brisket skillet was so tasty.

We enjoyed our meal at Shiki. The sushi was fresh, and their food and drink menu included a wide…read morerange of standard to premium selections, including fatty tuna, A5 wagyu, and Junmai Daiginjo. I appreciated how they filled their spicy tuna rolls with chunky pieces of fish instead of the usual ground tuna used in other sushi restaurants. Their offerings and methods of preparation, paired with their higher price point, suggests they are a higher end establishment. However, the atmosphere was undoubtedly on the casual side, and their service, although friendly and knowledgeable, exuded a lack of experience and the same attention to detail that they put into their food. This was especially apparent after coming from eating at other restaurants in a similar price bracket, where you can sense the waitstaff had a lot of pride and passion for their craft, and it didn't feel like it was just a job for them. In contrast, our experience at Shiki felt far more transactional, and lacked that "customer obsession" and genuine warmth. That said, it's difficult to judge a restaurant's culture just from a single night, and maybe other customers had a different experience from us. Ultimately, if good sushi is your priority and you are willing to splurge a bit, Shiki meets and even exceeds that bar.

Living in Charleston, you'd think there would be a sushi spot on every corner with phenomenal…read morefresh-fish options. They exist, but some of the best are so unassuming you can walk right past them. Shiki is exactly that kind of place--a small, warm, inviting restaurant tucked into a strip mall that feels like a neighborhood secret. Loc, our waiter, greeted us as soon as we sat down with water, a friendly welcome, and a helpful walk-through of the menu. We started with wine and sake--always a promising beginning. The first course was seaweed salad with baby octopus, and I could have happily sipped that dressing like a cocktail. Light, bright, perfectly balanced, with tender octopus that added just the right bite. From there we decided to sample our way through the menu and ordered a lineup of rolls: Spicy Yellowtail, Spicy Shiromi, Rainbow, Spider, Lemon Salmon, and Eel. Each one seemed better than the last. The Spicy Shiromi was the clear standout--absolutely spectacular. What really sets Shiki apart is that every roll has its own distinct flavor instead of the one-note sameness you find at so many sushi spots. You can tell real care goes into the preparation. If you're searching for fresh, thoughtful, genuinely delicious sushi, don't overlook this little gem. Shiki is the real deal.

LOCATION: Located in a plaza in Mt Pleasant, parking may be hard to find when it gets busy…read more SERVICE/ENVIRONMENT: Great service, waited about 15-20 mins on a busy Monday night for Happy Hour (Half Off Sushi!) Tess was kind and friendly and great interior vibe like a sports hub and plenty of seating outdoors and live music. Great environement and service overall! Food took no longer than 15-20 mins to come out, with a ton of sushi ordered. FOOD: All Signature Sushi and regular Sushi was Half-Off! It comes down to aboiut 7-8$ per roll and $4 for regular california roll or spicy tuna roll. INSANE PRICES! Sushi pieces are a bit skinny and if you get a lot, it comes a massive platter. Nigiri and Sashimi were decently big as well for a good price. Overall, great sushi, delicious flavors and combinations unique to Mt. Pleasant. Highly recommend!

I stopped in for a quick bite and left pleasantly surprised. My server, Michael, had me seated…read moreright away and, when I asked for recommendations, demonstrated an impressive familiarity with the menu. On his suggestion, I ordered the Steak Chimichurri Taco and The Hangover. Each was distinctive enough to deserve its own mention. The steak in the Steak Chimichurri Taco was exceptionally tender and full of flavor. What impressed me most was how thoughtfully the toppings complemented the beef rather than competing with it. The goat cheese was just assertive enough to stand out without overpowering the other ingredients, creating a layered, well-balanced bite that kept me coming back for another. The Hangover was equally memorable--and completely unexpected. Had I actually read the menu instead of putting my trust in Michael, I probably wouldn't have been quite as surprised. Fortunately, I did, because his recommendation was spot on. Once again, I was treated to a wonderful balance of flavors and textures. And there's something undeniably satisfying about seeing a perfectly cooked sunny-side-up egg crowning a taco. FOOD - 10:10 Michael struck exactly the right balance between being attentive and giving me space to enjoy my meal. He knew the menu well, answered my questions confidently, and his recommendations couldn't have been better. SERVICE - 10:10 The atmosphere was every bit as enjoyable as the food. The music was at the perfect volume, the playlist fit the space well, and the lighting was bright enough to feel welcoming without being harsh. It's the kind of place where you could comfortably have a business lunch just as easily as a date night. AMBIANCE - 10:10 Will I be back? Absolutely. If you haven't been here yet, I'd suggest making this your next excuse to treat yourself. Bon appétit.

FIJI SUSHI BAR & GRILL - MOUNT PLEASANT, SC…read more FIVE STARS, THREE THUMBS UP, AND SOME OF THE BEST SUSHI IN CHARLESTON! First of all, I owe the wonderful team at Fiji Sushi Bar & Grill a BIG apology! My wife and I have been coming here for years, and somehow I've never left them a review. Well, that's changing today because this place absolutely deserves recognition! Charleston has no shortage of sushi restaurants, and we've tried plenty of them, but Fiji keeps us coming back. In my opinion, the sushi here is simply a notch above the rest! The freshness, quality, presentation, and incredible variety of sushi rolls are outstanding. Everything tastes authentic and delicious, and you can tell the sushi chefs take tremendous pride in their work. These guys are insanely talented! THE SUSHI - ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE! One of my favourite things about Fiji is the enormous selection of creative sushi rolls. You could visit regularly and still discover something new! What really sets them apart is their willingness to customise your rolls. Want to add something, change an ingredient, or spice things up? No problem! They're always accommodating, which isn't something every sushi restaurant offers. Personally, I love rolls with jalapeños! Let's just say I usually leave with a little fire in my mouth and a big smile on my face! DON'T MISS THE SPICY SHRIMP! I also have to give a special shout-out to their delicious spicy Bon Bon shrimp! Absolutely fantastic and one of my favourite things on the menu. Highly recommended! GREAT HAPPY HOUR & ATMOSPHERE! Fiji has a wonderful, relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere with indoor and outdoor seating, a great bar, and excellent happy hour food and drink specials. Whether you're stopping by for happy hour, enjoying a family dinner, or meeting friends, it's a fantastic place to relax and enjoy great food. THE SERVICE - WHAT MAKES THIS PLACE SPECIAL! Anyone who knows me knows that great food is important, but exceptional service is what keeps me coming back! The manager and team have always treated us like family. Although some staff members have changed over the years, the friendly, welcoming service remains consistently excellent. Everyone works together beautifully, and you can tell they genuinely care about their customers. And another huge shout-out to those incredible sushi chefs! Their skill, creativity, and attention to detail are outstanding. MY FINAL VERDICT! After years of visiting Fiji and trying numerous sushi restaurants around Charleston, this remains one of my absolute favourites! Incredibly fresh, delicious sushi Huge variety of creative, customisable rolls Fantastic spicy Bon Bon shrimp Excellent happy hour specials Great bar and indoor/outdoor seating Family-friendly atmosphere Outstanding management and friendly service Exceptionally talented sushi chefs! FIVE BIG STARS AND THREE THUMBS UP FROM US! To the entire Fiji team, thank you for years of wonderful meals, excellent service, and great experiences. Sorry it took me so long to write this review, but you've certainly earned it! If you're in Mount Pleasant or visiting Charleston and love sushi, do yourself a favour and give Fiji a try! And if you love jalapeños like I do, be prepared to leave with a little extra fire in your mouth! We'll definitely be back again soon! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

family night fun night. all day long…read more quick service. salad. chicken. steak. ready for another day!!

This place blew us away!! It is unassuming to walk up to but we had some of the best sushi of our…read morelives here. Everything is so fresh, made to order, and delicious!!! The sweetest owner and his wife took great care of us. Must go!!!

I am surprised, the place has not been shut down by the health department. There was a Desk with…read morepiles clothes & shoes underneath it. I walked in and sat down and saw how dirty it was and immediately left. I'm sure the food is good but the conditions are completely unsanitary. Why is there a desk with clothes piled in a restaurant??? The shoes under the desk. Nasty

Oku is always a great spot for sushi and cocktails in Charleston. I ordered the Salmon Lemon Roll…read moreand the Playboy Roll. Both were fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. I also ordered the Shogun cocktail made with gin, lemon, and basil. It was such a good complement to the sushi. Great atmosphere, delicious food, and creative cocktails. Ask for Erica at the bar. Oku is an easy choice for a date night, girls' night, or whenever you're craving really good sushi downtown.

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.

Excellent all round. Great food, great service - never disappoints…read more Excellent specials.

Brought some friends here visiting the area and it was also our first time…read more I know they've expanded but we visited while it was the smaller and quaint spot on the corner of East Bay. Very limited seating across the room but we luckily we snagged a reservation. Our server was very friendly and went over some specials with us before taking our drink orders and inquired about allergies. We went family style and started with the crispy tuna rice, marinated cucumbers, dumplings and pork bao. We added on a few rolls and ended with the sesame lamb noodles and duck fried rice. The dumplings were unique with this crispy shell on top and had a creamier sauce. We did have to ask for soy sauce which is usually something we expect to get right away after ordering sushi. He gave us one dish of soy instead of all of our own which I thought was weird so we asked for more. I enjoyed the textures of the dumplings but I felt the sauce lacked a bit in flavor to complement the dumplings. Crispy rice looked appealing but we were all disappointed with the lack of flavor, especially in the tuna mixture alright the textures were on point. The sushi rolls were made well and you get about 5 bigger pieces. The best thing we had were the cucumbers! Simple and delicious, packed with flavor. The sesame lamb noodles were also prepared well, and had nice flavors overall that were unique. We spent about $200 per couple which I felt was quite steep for the amount of food we got, but overall I would say we enjoyed ourselves but a few things just fell short on flavors.

Popped in here while on vacation. Nice varied selection, food is plentiful and came out hot. Prices…read moreare good and service is fast.

I have reviewed Tokyo Bistro in the past and given it OK marks. we get takeout there about once a…read moremonth. sad to say we have not found better Chinese in Mt Pleasant. in our latest meal, we ran into a kitchen disaster. the egg rolls were greasy and doughy. no crispness at all. hard yo guess how long they had been prepared in advance. we threw them out. the General Tso chicken was hard and tasteless. used a steak knife to cut the chicken. if we had been in the restaurant we would have sent it all back. this is very disappointing as we know of no good alternative. if Tokyo Bistro can get their kitchen sorted out, we will go back. i intend to watch the reviews .